A courtyard cafe in a traditional house in Al Fahidi, popular for Emirati breakfast and karak tea.
Cuisine
Emirati and Middle Eastern
Price range
$$
Opening hours
Open daily from breakfast
Address
Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Al Fahidi Street, Dubai
Our review
Arabian Tea House sits in a restored courtyard house in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Dubai's old quarter of wind towers and narrow lanes. Tables are set under a tree among white benches and turquoise cushions.
The menu covers Emirati breakfast dishes, mezze and a long list of teas. It makes a calm start to a morning exploring the Dubai Museum area, the creek and the souks.
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