International Hummus Day 2024: Top 5 Middle Eastern Restaurants In Dubai To Add To Your Dining Bucket List
The best renditions of this Middle Eastern delight in the heart of Middle East
13 May, 2024 by Gargi Bisht
Every year on May 13, all hummus lovers celebrate International Hummus Day to savor and promote this delectable and nutritious Middle Eastern dish. Hummus pairs well with almost anything, which is one of its best features. For example, you can combine it with pita bread and add it to a sandwich or wrap. The traditional hummus dip recipe calls for boiled chickpeas, tahini sauce made from sesame seeds, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and thick chickpea paste. However, you can alter this procedure to suit your preferences. Being one of the most well-known Middle Eastern foods, it has a special place in the hearts of residents of Dubai, one of the world's top food cities. Therefore, in honor of International Hummus Day, we have put together a list of the top 7 hummus restaurants.
Larder, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront
The Larder is a restaurant located within the Radisson Blu Hotel in Dubai Media City. It serves international cuisine with a focus on using locally sourced ingredients to create innovative dishes. The restaurant has a modern and stylish decor and offers indoor and outdoor seating options. Some of their signature dishes include hummus, beef tartare, tuna tataki, and truffle mac and cheese. The Larder is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and is a popular dining destination for both hotel guests and locals in Dubai.
Must-haves: Crisp Calamari, Crispy Tomato Tart, Chicken Shawarma, Grilled Lamb Kofta, Steak Frites, Seared Salmon Fillet, and Tiramisu.
Cost for two: AED 255
Sidra, Satwa
Sidra is a posh authentic Middle Eastern restaurant. Besides its exceptional food that will surely please your taste buds, Sidra has a unique, warm ambiance that will certainly complement your experience. Whether you’re looking for a good dinner, catching up with a friend over shisha, or ordering food for business meetings and special events, Sidra offers guaranteed satisfaction. Their stellar menu offers a plump variety of Middle Eastern classics along with a wide array of Hummus variations that are sure to leave you spoilt for choice.
Must-haves: Zaatar & Olive Salad, Shawarma, Lahem Meshwi Sandwich, Cheese Rolls, Steak with Mushroom Sauce, Mouhalabia Pudding, and Turkish Coffee.
Cost for two: AED 100
Kavo Restaurant & Cafe, Jumeirah 1, Jumeirah
KAVO is a one-of-a-kind Middle Eastern restaurant featuring a menu inspired by the idea of simple and honest cooking. Starting in 2000, Kavo has developed a unique dining experience that focuses mainly on using fresh and sustainable ingredients. From classic recipes to new-age kitchen adventures, each dish reflects Kavo's passion for high-quality food presented in a simple yet pleasing manner.
Must-haves: Hummus with Meat, Halabi Kebab, Mix Grilled Platter, Shish Tawook Sandwich, and Cheese Sambousek.
Cost for two: AED 200
The Orchestra, Al Khabaisi, Deira
The Orchestra Restaurant & Cafe in Deira offers a dramatic, eclectic setting with mood lighting. a restaurant that offers a menu with a variety of dishes from continental, Mediterranean, and Arabic cuisines. Breakfast options, seafood, and different kinds of pasta are also available here. It is a great place to unwind by having a cup of coffee and a private conversation with your loved ones. Indeed a good restaurant to visit this International Hummus Day.
Must-haves: Arabic Breakfast Platter, Labneh, Assorted Sambousek, Chicken Sesame Salad, Lamb Kofta, Shawarma, Lamb Chops, Eggplant Kabab, Seafood Platter, and Kunafa.
Cost for two: AED 190
Mezz, Ramada Chelsea, Al Barsha
This wonderful restaurant is popular for its all-encompassing Arabic menu. Located on the first-floor open terrace environment, Mezz offers the unbridled taste of Arabia with its lineup of several luscious Middle Eastern classics and a hefty range of mezze such as Lamb Kibbeh, Hummus, Spinach Fatayer, Baba Ghanouj, Cheese Triangles, Sambousek and so much more.
Must-haves: Cold Mezze, Hot Mezze, Fish Kebabs, Lebanese Mixed Gill Platter, Shish Taouk, Shawarma, Caramelized Apple with Candied Puff Pastry.
Cost for two: AED 200
Written By
Gargi Bisht is an event copywriter/conceptualizer turned writer currently working with EazyDiner Pvt. Ltd. Compulsive eater, book hoarder, dog lover and pop culture enthusiast with an innate love for storytelling. Usually the quietest person in the room, Gargi is an introvert who loves her own company. When not eating, can be found in front of her laptop watching movies. Knows a thing or two about art and literature.
