Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Al Ustad Special Kabab
About Al Ustad Special Kabab
Operating since 1978, this Bur Dubai institution is famous for its yogurt-marinated Persian kababs served with fragrant saffron rice and warm flatbread. The dining room is an attraction in its own right, lined from floor to ceiling with vintage photographs, banknotes, and memorabilia accumulated over decades. It is an essential stop for travelers wanting to experience authentic old-world Dubai hospitality and hearty culinary heritage.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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