Al Mandaloun, the Best Shisha Cafe in DIFC for 2026

Al Mandaloun is an authentic Lebanese restaurant located in the heart of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Dubai.

It offers classic Lebanese cuisine—cold and hot mezzeh, freshly baked breads, charcoal grills and shawarma—alongside an outdoor lounge terrace with shisha service in a refined setting.

Al Mandaloun Key Features

Theme: Arabian, Lebanese, Middle_eastern

Music Type: Light Music

Today Opens From: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Cost For 2 Persons: AED 260 for two people (approx.)

Nearest Metro Station: Emirates Towers Metro Station

Distance Nearest Metro Station: 5 minutes walk from Metro station

Dress Code: Smart Casuals, Elegant, Modern

Accept Cards: Cash, Visa/Master Cards, International Cards

Website: http://www.al-mandaloun.com/

Address: Gate Village, Building 3 - towards DIFC Parking - Trade Centre - DIFC - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Space & Ambience

Layout: Single-level restaurant with indoor dining plus outdoor lounge terrace; separate shisha area on the terrace

Style: Warm Lebanese hospitality atmosphere with traditional design cues (arches, wood, warm tones) and modern comfort

Crowd: Business lunches, families, social diners, shisha lounge users in the evenings

Capacity: Medium to large given location and terrace space

Music & Entertainment

Genres: Background lounge, Arabic pop/Oriental music (in lounge)

Facilities

Outdoor Seating

Indoor Seating

Shisha

Dining

Indoor Dining Room With Lebanese-style Décor

Outdoor Terrace/lounge Overlooking DIFC Gardens & Waterfalls

Shisha Lounge Terrace Available

Valet And Validated Parking In DIFC

Take-away And Home Delivery Service

Additional Features

Shisha service available on the outdoor terrace lounge

Extensive Lebanese menu including vegetarian-friendly mezzeh and desserts

Convenient DIFC location with valet parking and delivery options

Outdoor terrace good for relaxed dining and shisha in the evening

Signature Offerings

1. Experiences

Lebanese mezzeh platter (cold & hot) to share

Charcoal grilled mixed grill featuring lamb, chicken and kafta

Shisha lounge session on the terrace overlooking DIFC gardens

Ladies Night

Ladies Night is on every

Offer:

Happy Hours

Happy Hours is on every Not publicly listed

Offer: No clearly confirmed happy hour deals publicly advertised; check directly with the restaurant.

Who is it for

Business professionals and lunch diners in DIFC seeking authentic Lebanese food

Groups and friends looking for a relaxed terrace shisha lounge session with Lebanese cuisine

Families and diners wanting a comfortable Lebanese dining experience in a premium location

Practical Info & Tips

Monday To Friday: 08:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Saturday And Sunday: 09:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Dress Code: Smart casual / business casual

Entry Policy: All ages welcome for dining; outdoor terrace shisha lounge more adult-oriented in evening

Phone: +971 4 363 7474

Website: www.al-mandaloun.com/

Booking Tip: Reserve a terrace table if you intend to use the shisha lounge or dine outdoors for a more relaxed ambiance.

Faq

Yes — the restaurant offers a shisha-lounge terrace in its outdoor area.

Yes — the Lebanese mezzeh menu includes vegetarian-friendly plates.

Yes — there is a terrace overlooking the DIFC gardens and waterfalls.

Reviews

4.3 Very Good (From 411 google verified reviews)

R Rawan Alnajjar 2 months ago

Great view with Lebanese food! The appetizers are amazing. Vine Leaves were great and Hummos as well. The quantities are large for all meals. Their grills are must try. Fatoush was very authenti... show more

T Tom H 3 months ago

We ate our Ramadan fasting break meal here. The food portions were big and tasted excellent. The staff may be a bit rushed because the seating area is inside and outside the restaurant.

S Sami 3 months ago

Had dinner here and upon arrival the place was empty with no vibe. Everything was fairly average. Some items tasted like they were reheated and the mixed grill was incredibly mid. Service was sl... show more

C Clara BODIN- Official a year ago

Loved the dips ! Came here for the first time for a business lunch meeting and it was very good! Staff were quick and food was very Tasty. Outside style terrace. Lots of different Lebanese dips ... show more

J Jacques Kassarjian 2 weeks ago

Great food, generally nice experience. Always consistent. They have a nice outdoor seating area but during the summer its too hot to sit outside. Definitely recommend

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