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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-08-15

Iraqi cuisine has ancient roots, with influences from early Mesopotamian cultures and neighbouring regions such as Persia, Syria, and Turkey. Over the centuries, these influences have shaped a diverse and intricate culinary tradition. Typical Iraqi dishes include 'dolma' (stuffed grape leaves), kebabs, and various stews. While dishes like falafel, pita with hummus, and biryani are popular in the broader Middle Eastern region, they are more commonly associated with Levantine or South Asian cuisines.

Saj Al-Reef Restaurant

Saj Al-Reef, as the name reflects, uses Saj (a bread-type dough placed on a domed metal griddle and baked over a wood fire) as a main ingredient in many of its dishes, being a healthier alternative to regular bread. Over time other influences have been adopted and the menu now includes Saj sandwiches, Mexican dishes, and Indian and other ethnic foods.

Restaurant Beeston Samad

Restaurant Beeston Samad

Samad Restaurant is a local favourite, its throngs of loyal patrons flooding their four locations daily and warranting the opening of a new location in Dubai. The menu consists of oriental, Iraqi, Kurdish and Western cuisines. The prices might be higher than most other options in the area, but they merely reflect the quality of the food.

Mazaya Restaurant

Mazaya stands out for the huge diversity of its menu. Options include everything from European cuisine and classic Italian favourites like pizza and pasta to Chinese and Middle Eastern dishes, specializing in Iraqi and Lebanese food. Whatever mood you're in, you are sure to find something at Mazaya.

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