These Restaurants in Hatta Will NOT Leave You Hungry!
Make no mistake, we love Dubai with all our hearts, especially its restaurants. But as adventurous as our palates are, of course, we’re always on the hunt for new food spots to try.
Guess where our hunger led us? Hatta, a little town outside the city that’s becoming a favorite among foodies. And you know what’s coming next, a list of the top Hatta restaurants that we’ve tried!
Janam Restaurant
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Website: https://janamrestaurant.net/
Address: 1st Floor – Hatta COOP Shop 1 – Hatta
Contact details: +971 4 264 4475
Operating hours:
- 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM daily
Price: $$$
Stunning interiors, delicious food and a relaxing ambiance – it’s sometimes hard to believe that Janam Restaurant, one of the most beautiful Hatta restaurants, is also budget-friendly.
But you got that right, this restaurant boasts delicious yet affordable food. Janam specializes in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food that fill up your tummy without breaking your bank.
Some of their must-tries include Biryani chicken, Janam mix and makboos Kuwaiti.
Pro tip:
Care for some caffeine? Don’t miss out on the chance to taste authentic Turkish coffee while dining at Janam Restaurant.
Tanoor Restaurant
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Website: https://www.visithatta.com/en/restaurants/tanoor-restaurant
Address: Dubai-Hatta Road – Hatta
Contact details: +971 4 388 4994
Operating hours:
- 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM daily
Price: $$
We’re in Dubai so of course, we’ll always crave Emirati food. And when it comes to that, the best among all Hatta restaurants has to be Tanoor.
This restaurant is designed to bring you comfort after a day of exploring Hatta. Here, you can eat to your heart’s content before getting a well-deserved rest.
Tanoor offers authentic Arabic cuisine with its roast lamb as the star of the show. This lamb is slow roasted in a traditional underground oven for hours until it’s tender and delicious.
The restaurant also offers dishes with your choice of meat – lamb, chicken, beef or camel – and the aromas that fill Tanoor will surely make you look forward to your meal.
Pro tip:
Loved that roast lamb so much? You can actually order a fully-cooked roast lamb for a huge group and have it delivered straight to your hotel at no added cost.
Al Hajarain Restaurant
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Website: https://alhajarain.com/home
Address: Heritage Village – Hatta
Contact details: +971 800 425 27246
Operating hours:
- 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily
Price: $$$
Al Hajarain isn’t just one of the best Hatta restaurants, it’s an institution here not only for its location within Hatta Heritage Village but also its delicious food.
Now if you can’t decide what cuisine to choose for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you don’t need to worry because Al Hajarain’s extensive menu includes Italian, Indian and of course, Emirati cuisines.
What we love about this restaurant is that they only use fresh and locally sourced ingredients from the nearby farmer’s market to support the livelihood of Hatta’s locals.
Oh, we absolutely crave for their chicken biryani and makboos, and they also serve some delicious pizzas and pastas if you’re craving Italian food.
Pro tip:
Al Hajarain is usually packed, especially on the weekends. So, if you don’t want to miss out on a unique dining experience, make sure to book a table ahead.
The BBQ Department
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Website: https://www.visithatta.com/en/restaurants/the-bbq-department
Address: Hatta Wadi Hub – Dubai-Hatta Road – Hatta
Contact details: +971 502 306 800
Operating hours:
- 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily
Price: $$$
Hungry for burgers? The BBQ Department is one of the best Hatta restaurants for that. Located in Hatta Wadi Hub, it’s the perfect spot to feed yourself after all that adventure inside the park!
In fact, you’ll already feel hungry before even tasting their burgers because of the aromas coming from the outdoor BBQ kitchen where these delights are crafted.
You have the classic beef brisket and pulled pork buns. But if you’re vegan, they also have the BBQ jackfruit bun that’s as delicious as the meat options.
Of course, you can’t eat burgers without fries, so make sure to try their halloumi fries served with a pot of sauce. Ah, yummy!
Pro tip:
Are you camping in Hatta and want to cook your own BBQ? The BBQ Department offesr a BBQ box that’s loaded with different selections of meats that are prepped and ready for the grill.
This box can feed up to eight people, so you don’t need to worry about the hassles of bringing your own meat!
Jeema Restaurant
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Address: Road E Upper Lobby Level – JA Hatta Fort Hotel – Hatta
Contact details: +971 4 809 9333
Operating hours:
- 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM from Monday to Friday
- 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM from Saturday to Sunday
Price: $$$
Jeema Restaurant is where you go if you want a unique fine dining experience while enjoying views of the mountains, making it one of the best Hatta restaurants in town.
Located at the JA Hatta Fort Hotel, Jeema specializes in delicious seafood with favorites like grilled scallops, burrata salad, poached salmon and beef tataki.
And we know you’d want to stay longer after dinner to enjoy the relaxing ambiance of this restaurant. So, make sure to order their wide range of mocktails including blueberry blitz and passionate sunrise.
Pro tip:
Jeema is an exclusive restaurant that only opens for late lunch and dinner. So, whether you’re staying at the JA Hatta Fort Hotel or not, it’s best to book your reservations way before your visit to Hatta.
Al Yamm Cafe
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Website: https://www.visithatta.com/en/restaurants/al-yamm-cafe
Address: Al Wadi Park – Hatta
Contact details: +971 56 695 5055
Operating hours:
- 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily
Price: $$
When it comes to hearty breakfasts and snacks, one of the best Hatta restaurants for that is Al Yamm Cafe within Hatta Wadi Park.
Located within tall trees, you’ll instantly feel that you’re one with nature as you settle down in one of the tables at this quaint cafe. Hungry for breakfast? Get their classic Arabic breakfast paired with Arabic coffee to kickstart your day!
The cafe also serves a wide range of snacks and beverages in case you get hungry in the middle of your activities at Hatta Wadi Park.
Pro tip:
Don’t just enjoy breakfast at Al Yamm Cafe. Make sure to try all the activities at Hatta Wadi Park, one of the best tourist destinations in all of Hatta!
Cafe Gazebo
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Address: JA Hatta Fort Hotel – Dubai-Hatta Road – Hatta
Contact details: +971 4 809 9333
Operating hours:
- 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily
Price: $$$
Cafe Gazebo is another gem at the JA Hatta Fort Hotel and one of the best Hatta restaurants for fine dining.
Yes, this isn’t your typical cafe but a full fledged restaurant serving an extensive selection of dishes from across the globe.
Can’t choose from their menu? We recommend their spicy lamb kofta wrap, oriental mezze selection and steak frites.
Oh, and you can’t leave the restaurant without trying some indulgent cakes including our favorite sticky date and white chocolate and raspberry cheesecake.
Pro tip:
To get the full Middle Eastern experience, order the famous Hajar Mixed Grill where you get kofta, marinated lamb cutlet, arayes and shish tawook served with fattoush salad, french fries and pickles.
Hatta Wild Cafe
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Website: https://www.visithatta.com/en/restaurants/hatta-wild-cafe
Address: Sufayri – Hatta
Contact details: +971 56 828 2252
Operating hours:
- 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM from Monday to Thursday
- 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM from Friday to Sunday
Price: $$
Hatta Wild Cafe may look like a simple shack inside Hatta Wadi Hub, but make no mistake because it’s one of the best Hatta restaurants.
A local favorite, people come here to relax, enjoy the views and munch on some hearty snacks including our favorite avocado toast and chicken sandwich.
Need some caffeine? The cafe also serves different types of coffees including our favorite Spanish latte as well as different kinds of desserts for those craving sweets.
Pro tip:
Want to get the best spot at the cafe’s outdoor seating area? Make sure to come right when the cafe opens to enjoy the best views as you sip your coffee and munch on your sandwich.
Afghan Bukhari Restaurant
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Address: Dubai-Hatta Road – Hatta
Contact details: +971 4 852 1233
Operating hours:
- 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM daily
Price: $$
If you’re feeling adventurous with your food and you want to sample new cuisine, head to the Afghan Bukhari Restaurant, one of the best Hatta restaurants in this part of Dubai.
From the name itself, you’ll know that this restaurant serves authentic Afghani food as well as a selection of Middle Eastern dishes that will surely tickle your taste buds.
You have to try their chicken karahi and Afghani pulao, two of our absolute favorite dishes that we go to Hatta just to try them.
But more than the food, it’s the ambiance that really makes this restaurant a favorite among locals and tourists.
From the colorful chairs to the large seating areas for big families, you’ll know that Afghan Bukhari Restaurant was made for celebrations.
Pro tip:
Afghan Bukhani is one of only a few Hatta restaurants that open until midnight. So, if you have those late night cravings, you can always visit the restaurant.
Bottom Bracket
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Website: https://www.visithatta.com/en/restaurants/bottom-bracket
Address: Hatta Wadi Hub – Hata-Dubai Road – Hatta
Contact details: +971 502 306 800
Operating hours:
- 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily
Price: $$
Looking for something healthy and delicious? Bottom Bracket is the best Hatta restaurant to satisfy those cravings without the guilt after.
This simple shack in the middle of Hatta Wadi Hub serves up some healthy offerings including meat and vegan wraps, rainbow salads, acai bowls and fruit smoothies.
The best part is, most of the herbs and vegetables used in their dishes are grown right in their backyard garden. Talk about farm to table goodness!
Pro tip:
There’s a lot to see and do at Hatta Wadi Hub, so make sure to get your day started bright and early with a meal at Bottom Bracket to fuel up for the rest of the day!