The food, served straight off the oven or stove, is always fresh and the aromas heady and mouth watering. Some cafetaries,with their roadside seating, are definitly a unique experience. The all-night spots in and around Bur Dubai and Deira across the creek are among the more popular with revellers and those who prefer succulent meats fresh from the grill. The menu usually consists of the finest mughlai and traditional grilled recipes as well as an assortment of speciality dishes made from afe-old recipes. The sheer variety and number of the many little cafes is enormous.
Strict regulations ensure that the food is both hygenically prepared and safe, so have no fear.
Whether its a quick cup of tea, a snack or even an inexpensive meal, these little outlets offer an inexpensive alternative to the budget traveller that is hard to beat, with most meals and beverages costing inside Dhs.15 per person. In addition to local fare, the many international fast-food chains offer yet another alternative to the hustle and bustle of inner city cafes, not to mention perhaps , a touch of home. Well represented, major chains such as Hardees , KFC , McDonalds and Pizza Hut generally have special offers and knock-down prices. In addition, new chains too have opened up in the city's malls offering truly global cuisine. The many Lebanese and Arabic food eateries, with their roadside seating, are definitly a unique experience.