Best Kerala Restaurants in Dubai 2026: A Malayali’s Food Guide

No matter how long you live in Dubai, there are days when you just miss real Kerala food. (best kerala restaurants in dubai)

That masala dosa made the way your amma makes it. That fish curry with a thick red gravy. That perfectly made appam with stew on a Sunday morning.

Good news — Dubai has some fantastic Kerala restaurants that will take you straight back home.

Here are the best ones, area by area 👇

1. Calicut Paragon — The Gold Standard for Kerala Food

Calicut Paragon is a legend. Originally from Kozhikode, this restaurant has earned a massive following among Malayalis in Dubai for its authentic North Kerala cuisine.

The Malabar biriyani here is something special — fragrant, rich, and exactly like what you get in Calicut.

Must Try

• Malabar Chicken Biriyani
• Kozhi Curry (Kerala chicken curry)
• Pathiri with Mutton Curry
• Unnakkai (stuffed banana snack)
• Kozhikodan Halwa

📍 Locations: Al Qusais, Karama, Deira
💰 Price: AED 25–80 per person

2. Ente Keralam — Home Food Feel

The name says it all — “Ente Keralam” means “My Kerala.”

This restaurant focuses on traditional South and Central Kerala cuisine. If you are from Thrissur, Ernakulam, or Kottayam, this place will feel like home.

Must Try

• Fish Molly (coconut milk fish curry)
• Appam with Chicken Stew
• Kappa Biriyani
• Sadya meals (Onam & Vishu specials)

📍 Locations: Karama, Bur Dubai
💰 Price: AED 20–70 per person

3. Aroos Damascus — For the Kozhikode Shawarma Lover

This is not a purely Kerala restaurant — but every Malabari knows the love for shawarma!

Aroos Damascus in Deira gives you that perfect Arabic–Kerala fusion shawarma experience.

💰 Price: AED 8–25 per person

4. Kerala Kitchen — Authentic Homestyle Cooking

Kerala Kitchen is a favourite among working professionals and families looking for affordable, filling meals.

Their food feels like proper home cooking — simple, tasty, and satisfying.

Must Try

• Fish Curry Rice (AED 15–20)
• Chicken Peralan
• Puttu & Kadala Curry (breakfast)
• Beef Fry

📍 Locations: International City, Al Qusais, Muhaisnah

5. Bombay Chowpatty — Snacks & Tea Spot

Perfect for quick bites and tea-time cravings.

Whether it’s a crispy samosa, pazham pori, or strong sulaimani tea — this place is a Malayali favourite.

Quick Guide: Where to Eat by Area

Where to Buy Kerala Groceries in Dubai

Sometimes, the best Kerala food is homemade ❤️

Here are the best grocery spots:

• Lulu Hypermarket — wide variety of Kerala rice, spices, fish
• Al Adil Supermarket — budget-friendly Indian essentials
• Kerala Supermarket (Al Qusais) — Matta rice, kodampuli, chembu
• Deira Fish Market — freshest fish in Dubai
• Spinneys / Carrefour — packaged Kerala brands

FAQ

Which is the best Kerala restaurant for biriyani?

Calicut Paragon is widely considered the best for authentic Malabar biriyani.

Where to get Kerala breakfast in Dubai?

Kerala Kitchen and Ente Keralam serve puttu, appam, and kadala curry from early morning.

Is Kerala food available everywhere in Dubai?

Mostly in Al Qusais, Karama, Deira, and International City — but available across Dubai in Indian restaurants.

Where to buy Matta rice?

Lulu Hypermarket and Kerala Supermarket (Al Qusais) are the best options.