At first glance, some may find it difficult to work out how Ravi Restaurant gained its immense popularity. The restaurant is casual and humble with a strong family feel, yet has amassed a cult following among Dubai’s resident expats and travelling tourists, even teaming up with global brand Adidas to create a custom pair of trainers. So what is it that makes this restaurant so special?
One answer is the food. Ravi’s specialises in homemade traditional Pakistani dishes, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with different specials every day. The menu is seemingly endless, with pages of classic Pakistani and Indian options covering breakfast, soups, Ravi specials, grill dishes, vegetarian dishes, and lunch and dinner. This food is hearty and filling, like something straight out of a generous grandmother’s kitchen. It’s hard to choose stand-out options from a menu so expansive and tasty, but try opting for the paneer masala, mutton jalfraizi, Bihari kabab or chicken Mughlai, and definitely order one of the wonderfully fresh naans to go with it. It’s worth that Ravi’s drinks selection is rather small, and you won’t find any alcohol here – just water, soft drinks, lassi, tea, and coffee.
Another explanation of Ravi’s popularity is the atmosphere. It’s situated right in the heart of Dubai’s bustling Satwa neighbourhood, already guaranteeing it to have a lively energy. You can find people from all walks of life here; tourists on the hunt for authentic cuisine, families enjoying a pleasant meal, Indian or Pakistani expats seeking a taste of home. The interior provides quiet and casual dining, while the exterior is a cosy and well-lit space perfect for enjoying the fresh air and people watching.
Ravi Restaurant has been feeding the tourists, expats, and residents of Dubai for over 40 years and is recognised as a national and international institution. Don’t miss out.