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Servinggenerationssince 1978

Original Delhi Restaurant

Slow-cooked Pakistani comfort food, inspired by Burns Road and served to Dubai for generations.

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The reason generations keep coming back.

Our legacy. Our promise. Your experience.

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Original Since 1978

Nearly five decades of serving Dubai's favourite Nihari.

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Pioneers of Nihari

The name that made Nihari a tradition in Dubai.

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12 Hours. Every Batch.

Slow-cooked overnight for the rich flavour we're known for.

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Great Taste. Always.

The same recipes, the same standards, generation after generation.

First-Time Favourites

Signatures since 1978.

Beef Nihari
Signature
Beef Nihari

Our signature slow-cooked nihari with rich gravy, tender beef, ginger and green chilli.

Since 1978
More Favourites
Nalli Nihari
Bone Marrow
Nalli
Nihari
Bihari Kebab
Smoky Char
Bihari
Kebab
Bade Kay Paye
Slow-Braised
Bade Kay
Paye
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant Rice
Chicken
Biryani
Qeema Harimirch
Bold Spice
Qeema
Harimirch
Nalli Nihari
Bone Marrow
Nalli
Nihari
Bihari Kebab
Smoky Char
Bihari
Kebab
Bade Kay Paye
Slow-Braised
Bade Kay
Paye
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant Rice
Chicken
Biryani
Qeema Harimirch
Bold Spice
Qeema
Harimirch
Nalli Nihari
Bone Marrow
Nalli
Nihari
Bihari Kebab
Smoky Char
Bihari
Kebab
Bade Kay Paye
Slow-Braised
Bade Kay
Paye
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant Rice
Chicken
Biryani
Qeema Harimirch
Bold Spice
Qeema
Harimirch
Nalli Nihari
Bone Marrow
Nalli
Nihari
Bihari Kebab
Smoky Char
Bihari
Kebab
Bade Kay Paye
Slow-Braised
Bade Kay
Paye
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant Rice
Chicken
Biryani
Qeema Harimirch
Bold Spice
Qeema
Harimirch

New Here?

First time at Delhi? Start here.

Four easy ways to taste the Delhi classics.

The Delhi Classic

Best for someone who wants to understand why Delhi is known for nihari.

Beef Nihari
Bihari Kebab
Bade Kay Paye
Lahori Kulcha
Kheer/Rabri
Heavy Comfort Meal

For people who came hungry.

Nalli/Maghaz Nihari
Bhuna Gosht
Khamiri Roti
Rice/Biryani to Share
Mutton Rich Spread

A rich replacement for beef-heavy Delhi classics.

Mutton Nihari
Mutton Hunzai Seekh
Sheermal/Naan
Kheer
Vegetarian Spread

Full-flavoured Delhi classics, completely plant-based.

Dal Makhani
Aloo Palak
Mix Sabzi
Khamiri Roti

Heritage

Since 1978.
The original Delhi Restaurant in Deira.

Inspired by Karachi's Burns Road flavours, Delhi has served slow-cooked Pakistani comfort food to Dubai for generations.

1978
Opened in Old Deira. Burns Road recipes, Deira address.
The Kitchen
Charcoal tandoor, slow gravies — the methods that remain today.
Today
A Deira institution for family dining and late-night cravings.
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Catering

Trays of Delhi, for the whole gathering.

Offices
Team lunches, client meetings, daily meals.
Family Gatherings
Reunions, celebrations, milad.
Ramadan
Iftar trays for large and small gatherings.
Events
Weddings, engagements, parties.
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Menu Explorer

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Beef Nihari

Beef Nihari

A Lahori classic — slow-cooked beef shank simmered overnight in a rich, aromatic gravy. Served with tender boti and your choice of bread.

Nalli Nihari

Nalli Nihari

Deep, gelatinous nalli pieces slow-cooked until the bone marrow melts into the broth. An intensely flavoured nihari for those who want the full experience.

Bihari Kebab

Bihari Kebab

Marinated meat skewers cooked on a sizzling tawa to smoky, charred perfection. A North Indian BBQ favourite. Your choice of chicken, beef, or mutton.

Chicken Biryani

Chicken Biryani

Flavourful everyday biryani with perfectly spiced basmati rice and tender bone-in chicken.

Reviews

What regulars remember.

an absolute delight eating at Delhi restaurant, only sad about the fact that it took me so long to try this place, my review is based on plain nihari and paya which is a thursday, friday, Saturday, sunday special. very balanced flavors, fresh food, decent portions and prices. impeccable service, they take your order and leave you alone non intrusive which is great for a desi restaurant. i am going to go back and try the biryani and also bbq.

Javeria Akhter

#dineoutdubai

242 reviews · 3,298 photos · 2 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

First time visiting with friends and honestly one of the best Nihari in Dubai! We ordered Nihari and chicken karahi — both were amazing. The taste was very close to authentic Karachi style, rich and full of flavor. Service was good and the overall experience was great. If you love Pakistani food, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommended! 10/10

Mohsin Jamil

39 reviews · 16 photos · a month ago

Local Guide
Google Review

Everything up to the mark. Being a girl from Karachi, I have to say this — it's really too good! I ordered Shahi Nihari with Asli Tarka. In Karachi we have so many options for nihari and we always miss the authentic Karachi taste here in Dubai. But here, my craving was completely satisfied. The taste was amazing and truly reminded me of Karachi-style nihari. Also for dessert I order Rabri that was also too good. Highly Highly recommended!

Sana Sheikh

5 reviews · 3 photos · 3 months ago

Zomato Review

Had an incredible Suhoor experience at Delhi Restaurant – Pioneers of Nihari, and it's one of those meals that truly stays with you. What made the visit even more special was getting the chance to meet the owner himself, personally overseeing everything. You could immediately feel the passion, pride, and dedication he has for the restaurant and the food. The Nihari was rich, slow-cooked to perfection, packed with deep, comforting flavors that only come from patience and tradition. The Chicken Haleem was smooth, hearty, and beautifully balanced. And the Bihari Boti was tender, smoky, and incredibly flavorful. With every bite, it felt like being transported back to the food streets of Old Delhi — authentic, soulful, and full of heritage.

Ahmed Wazir

300 reviews · 284 photos · 3 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

Amazing experience overall. The nihari was rich and flavorful, and the mutton biryani was perfectly spiced with tender meat. Service was outstanding, very polite staff, especially Ilyas and Niya. I'll definitely be recommending this place to family and friends.

Faryal Mansoor

19 reviews · 32 photos · 2 months ago

Local Guide
Tripadvisor Review

The best nalli nihari I have ever had in my life.... The paya was amazing and the roti too was amazing... This place is a must visit for food lovers specially their nihari — out of this world. Even their paya, must try. We also had the rabri and kheer which was superb as well. Met the owner who was friendly and told us about the history of the restaurant. Overall money well spent, worth every penny. Will defo visit again. Highly recommended.

Reagan Dsouza

187 reviews · 229 photos · 4 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

absolutely love this place and highly recommend it 100%. The place is very clean, the food is delicious, and the staff are extremely friendly. They have a great team, so please visit this restaurant. It's definitely worth it!

Ali Lodhi

8 reviews · 5 photos · a month ago

Zomato Review

Had one of the best dining experiences with my friends, the food was delicious, lovely customer service by Ms. Niya and Mr. AbdulRehman, the food was delivered on time, the ambiance was warm and cozy. Highly recommended to visit with friends and family 💕

Madiha Yacoob

9 reviews · 4 photos · 4 weeks ago

Google Review

The Food was really good — it was the best nihari in the UAE so far, the service was amazing especially the waiters they were very kind and polite, with excellent manners.

Gastronomical Greatness

12 reviews · 2 photos · a month ago

Tripadvisor Review

Lovely food in Dubai — special Nihari & Bihari beef kebab along with chicken biryani, visited all the way from UK. We also ordered chicken ginger but need more flavour of ginger otherwise good. Roti very crispy, hot and fresh. Must recommend 🙌

Muhammad Kashif Rana

10 reviews · 9 photos · 4 months ago

Google Review

an absolute delight eating at Delhi restaurant, only sad about the fact that it took me so long to try this place, my review is based on plain nihari and paya which is a thursday, friday, Saturday, sunday special. very balanced flavors, fresh food, decent portions and prices. impeccable service, they take your order and leave you alone non intrusive which is great for a desi restaurant. i am going to go back and try the biryani and also bbq.

Javeria Akhter

#dineoutdubai

242 reviews · 3,298 photos · 2 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

First time visiting with friends and honestly one of the best Nihari in Dubai! We ordered Nihari and chicken karahi — both were amazing. The taste was very close to authentic Karachi style, rich and full of flavor. Service was good and the overall experience was great. If you love Pakistani food, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommended! 10/10

Mohsin Jamil

39 reviews · 16 photos · a month ago

Local Guide
Google Review

Everything up to the mark. Being a girl from Karachi, I have to say this — it's really too good! I ordered Shahi Nihari with Asli Tarka. In Karachi we have so many options for nihari and we always miss the authentic Karachi taste here in Dubai. But here, my craving was completely satisfied. The taste was amazing and truly reminded me of Karachi-style nihari. Also for dessert I order Rabri that was also too good. Highly Highly recommended!

Sana Sheikh

5 reviews · 3 photos · 3 months ago

Zomato Review

Had an incredible Suhoor experience at Delhi Restaurant – Pioneers of Nihari, and it's one of those meals that truly stays with you. What made the visit even more special was getting the chance to meet the owner himself, personally overseeing everything. You could immediately feel the passion, pride, and dedication he has for the restaurant and the food. The Nihari was rich, slow-cooked to perfection, packed with deep, comforting flavors that only come from patience and tradition. The Chicken Haleem was smooth, hearty, and beautifully balanced. And the Bihari Boti was tender, smoky, and incredibly flavorful. With every bite, it felt like being transported back to the food streets of Old Delhi — authentic, soulful, and full of heritage.

Ahmed Wazir

300 reviews · 284 photos · 3 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

Amazing experience overall. The nihari was rich and flavorful, and the mutton biryani was perfectly spiced with tender meat. Service was outstanding, very polite staff, especially Ilyas and Niya. I'll definitely be recommending this place to family and friends.

Faryal Mansoor

19 reviews · 32 photos · 2 months ago

Local Guide
Tripadvisor Review

The best nalli nihari I have ever had in my life.... The paya was amazing and the roti too was amazing... This place is a must visit for food lovers specially their nihari — out of this world. Even their paya, must try. We also had the rabri and kheer which was superb as well. Met the owner who was friendly and told us about the history of the restaurant. Overall money well spent, worth every penny. Will defo visit again. Highly recommended.

Reagan Dsouza

187 reviews · 229 photos · 4 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

absolutely love this place and highly recommend it 100%. The place is very clean, the food is delicious, and the staff are extremely friendly. They have a great team, so please visit this restaurant. It's definitely worth it!

Ali Lodhi

8 reviews · 5 photos · a month ago

Zomato Review

Had one of the best dining experiences with my friends, the food was delicious, lovely customer service by Ms. Niya and Mr. AbdulRehman, the food was delivered on time, the ambiance was warm and cozy. Highly recommended to visit with friends and family 💕

Madiha Yacoob

9 reviews · 4 photos · 4 weeks ago

Google Review

The Food was really good — it was the best nihari in the UAE so far, the service was amazing especially the waiters they were very kind and polite, with excellent manners.

Gastronomical Greatness

12 reviews · 2 photos · a month ago

Tripadvisor Review

Lovely food in Dubai — special Nihari & Bihari beef kebab along with chicken biryani, visited all the way from UK. We also ordered chicken ginger but need more flavour of ginger otherwise good. Roti very crispy, hot and fresh. Must recommend 🙌

Muhammad Kashif Rana

10 reviews · 9 photos · 4 months ago

Google Review

an absolute delight eating at Delhi restaurant, only sad about the fact that it took me so long to try this place, my review is based on plain nihari and paya which is a thursday, friday, Saturday, sunday special. very balanced flavors, fresh food, decent portions and prices. impeccable service, they take your order and leave you alone non intrusive which is great for a desi restaurant. i am going to go back and try the biryani and also bbq.

Javeria Akhter

#dineoutdubai

242 reviews · 3,298 photos · 2 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

First time visiting with friends and honestly one of the best Nihari in Dubai! We ordered Nihari and chicken karahi — both were amazing. The taste was very close to authentic Karachi style, rich and full of flavor. Service was good and the overall experience was great. If you love Pakistani food, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommended! 10/10

Mohsin Jamil

39 reviews · 16 photos · a month ago

Local Guide
Google Review

Everything up to the mark. Being a girl from Karachi, I have to say this — it's really too good! I ordered Shahi Nihari with Asli Tarka. In Karachi we have so many options for nihari and we always miss the authentic Karachi taste here in Dubai. But here, my craving was completely satisfied. The taste was amazing and truly reminded me of Karachi-style nihari. Also for dessert I order Rabri that was also too good. Highly Highly recommended!

Sana Sheikh

5 reviews · 3 photos · 3 months ago

Zomato Review

Had an incredible Suhoor experience at Delhi Restaurant – Pioneers of Nihari, and it's one of those meals that truly stays with you. What made the visit even more special was getting the chance to meet the owner himself, personally overseeing everything. You could immediately feel the passion, pride, and dedication he has for the restaurant and the food. The Nihari was rich, slow-cooked to perfection, packed with deep, comforting flavors that only come from patience and tradition. The Chicken Haleem was smooth, hearty, and beautifully balanced. And the Bihari Boti was tender, smoky, and incredibly flavorful. With every bite, it felt like being transported back to the food streets of Old Delhi — authentic, soulful, and full of heritage.

Ahmed Wazir

300 reviews · 284 photos · 3 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

Amazing experience overall. The nihari was rich and flavorful, and the mutton biryani was perfectly spiced with tender meat. Service was outstanding, very polite staff, especially Ilyas and Niya. I'll definitely be recommending this place to family and friends.

Faryal Mansoor

19 reviews · 32 photos · 2 months ago

Local Guide
Tripadvisor Review

The best nalli nihari I have ever had in my life.... The paya was amazing and the roti too was amazing... This place is a must visit for food lovers specially their nihari — out of this world. Even their paya, must try. We also had the rabri and kheer which was superb as well. Met the owner who was friendly and told us about the history of the restaurant. Overall money well spent, worth every penny. Will defo visit again. Highly recommended.

Reagan Dsouza

187 reviews · 229 photos · 4 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

absolutely love this place and highly recommend it 100%. The place is very clean, the food is delicious, and the staff are extremely friendly. They have a great team, so please visit this restaurant. It's definitely worth it!

Ali Lodhi

8 reviews · 5 photos · a month ago

Zomato Review

Had one of the best dining experiences with my friends, the food was delicious, lovely customer service by Ms. Niya and Mr. AbdulRehman, the food was delivered on time, the ambiance was warm and cozy. Highly recommended to visit with friends and family 💕

Madiha Yacoob

9 reviews · 4 photos · 4 weeks ago

Google Review

The Food was really good — it was the best nihari in the UAE so far, the service was amazing especially the waiters they were very kind and polite, with excellent manners.

Gastronomical Greatness

12 reviews · 2 photos · a month ago

Tripadvisor Review

Lovely food in Dubai — special Nihari & Bihari beef kebab along with chicken biryani, visited all the way from UK. We also ordered chicken ginger but need more flavour of ginger otherwise good. Roti very crispy, hot and fresh. Must recommend 🙌

Muhammad Kashif Rana

10 reviews · 9 photos · 4 months ago

Google Review

an absolute delight eating at Delhi restaurant, only sad about the fact that it took me so long to try this place, my review is based on plain nihari and paya which is a thursday, friday, Saturday, sunday special. very balanced flavors, fresh food, decent portions and prices. impeccable service, they take your order and leave you alone non intrusive which is great for a desi restaurant. i am going to go back and try the biryani and also bbq.

Javeria Akhter

#dineoutdubai

242 reviews · 3,298 photos · 2 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

First time visiting with friends and honestly one of the best Nihari in Dubai! We ordered Nihari and chicken karahi — both were amazing. The taste was very close to authentic Karachi style, rich and full of flavor. Service was good and the overall experience was great. If you love Pakistani food, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommended! 10/10

Mohsin Jamil

39 reviews · 16 photos · a month ago

Local Guide
Google Review

Everything up to the mark. Being a girl from Karachi, I have to say this — it's really too good! I ordered Shahi Nihari with Asli Tarka. In Karachi we have so many options for nihari and we always miss the authentic Karachi taste here in Dubai. But here, my craving was completely satisfied. The taste was amazing and truly reminded me of Karachi-style nihari. Also for dessert I order Rabri that was also too good. Highly Highly recommended!

Sana Sheikh

5 reviews · 3 photos · 3 months ago

Zomato Review

Had an incredible Suhoor experience at Delhi Restaurant – Pioneers of Nihari, and it's one of those meals that truly stays with you. What made the visit even more special was getting the chance to meet the owner himself, personally overseeing everything. You could immediately feel the passion, pride, and dedication he has for the restaurant and the food. The Nihari was rich, slow-cooked to perfection, packed with deep, comforting flavors that only come from patience and tradition. The Chicken Haleem was smooth, hearty, and beautifully balanced. And the Bihari Boti was tender, smoky, and incredibly flavorful. With every bite, it felt like being transported back to the food streets of Old Delhi — authentic, soulful, and full of heritage.

Ahmed Wazir

300 reviews · 284 photos · 3 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

Amazing experience overall. The nihari was rich and flavorful, and the mutton biryani was perfectly spiced with tender meat. Service was outstanding, very polite staff, especially Ilyas and Niya. I'll definitely be recommending this place to family and friends.

Faryal Mansoor

19 reviews · 32 photos · 2 months ago

Local Guide
Tripadvisor Review

The best nalli nihari I have ever had in my life.... The paya was amazing and the roti too was amazing... This place is a must visit for food lovers specially their nihari — out of this world. Even their paya, must try. We also had the rabri and kheer which was superb as well. Met the owner who was friendly and told us about the history of the restaurant. Overall money well spent, worth every penny. Will defo visit again. Highly recommended.

Reagan Dsouza

187 reviews · 229 photos · 4 months ago

Local Guide
Google Review

absolutely love this place and highly recommend it 100%. The place is very clean, the food is delicious, and the staff are extremely friendly. They have a great team, so please visit this restaurant. It's definitely worth it!

Ali Lodhi

8 reviews · 5 photos · a month ago

Zomato Review

Had one of the best dining experiences with my friends, the food was delicious, lovely customer service by Ms. Niya and Mr. AbdulRehman, the food was delivered on time, the ambiance was warm and cozy. Highly recommended to visit with friends and family 💕

Madiha Yacoob

9 reviews · 4 photos · 4 weeks ago

Google Review

The Food was really good — it was the best nihari in the UAE so far, the service was amazing especially the waiters they were very kind and polite, with excellent manners.

Gastronomical Greatness

12 reviews · 2 photos · a month ago

Tripadvisor Review

Lovely food in Dubai — special Nihari & Bihari beef kebab along with chicken biryani, visited all the way from UK. We also ordered chicken ginger but need more flavour of ginger otherwise good. Roti very crispy, hot and fresh. Must recommend 🙌

Muhammad Kashif Rana

10 reviews · 9 photos · 4 months ago

Google Review

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Address
Delhi Restaurant Frij Murar Rd - 51 20th St, Al Murar, Deira, Dubai
Hours
Every day 8am – 3am · Ramadan: 4pm – 4:30am
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Parking
Free valet for the Family Hall, 7pm – 2am. Street and paid parking also available nearby.