Gul Khan Restaurant

⭐ 4.5/5 📍 Dubai 🍽️ restaurants

Price For Two

AED 120-150 (Family platters feed 4 for AED 200)

Timings

Daily: 11:00 AM – 5:00 AM (Kitchen open 24 hours)

Location

Dubai

Overview

Gul Khan Restaurant brings the authentic taste of Peshawar and Kabul to Dubai's Oud Metha neighborhood. Founded in 2018 by media personality Zahid Ali Khan, this family-run establishment has become the go-to destination for Pakistani and Afghan comfort food. Named after the owner's son and granddaughter, Gul Khan is celebrated for its sizzling chapli kebabs, slow-cooked karhais, and warm hospitality that makes every diner feel like part of the Khan family. The restaurant's vibrant truck art decor transports guests to the bustling streets of Peshawar, offering a true taste of South Asian culture in the heart of Dubai.

Ambiance

Step into Gul Khan and be immersed in a riot of colors reminiscent of traditional Pakistani truck art. Hand-painted floral motifs, intricate calligraphy, and mirror work adorn every surface, creating an Instagram-worthy backdrop. The air is fragrant with the aroma of sizzling kebabs and freshly baked naan from the visible tandoor. Communal tables encourage a convivial atmosphere where strangers often bond over shared platters of pulao and karhai.

✓ Truck Art Gallery – Authentic hand-painted murals by Peshawari artists.
✓ Tandoor Theater – Watch chefs prepare naan and kebabs in the open clay oven.
✓ Family Majlis – Private carpeted seating area for large groups.
✓ Cultural Artifacts – Display of traditional Afghan and Pakistani handicrafts.
✓ Outdoor Sheesha Lounge – For post-meal relaxation with flavored tobacco.

Cuisine Highlights

Kebab Paradise

Peshawari Chapli Kebab (beef or chicken),Sikh Tandoori Kebabs (marinated 48 hours),Bihari Boti (tenderized beef skewers)

Signature Curries

Dumba Karhai (slow-cooked lamb in its own fat),Kabuli Pulao (with caramelized carrots and raisins),Khyber Shinwari (whole lamb leg for groups)

Tandoori Breads

Roghani Naan (brushed with lamb fat),Peshawari Chappal (foot-shaped naan),Afghani Bolani (stuffed flatbread)

Dessert Caravan

Shahi Tukda (gold leaf-topped bread pudding),Kandahari Ice Cream (with pistachio and saffron),Hot Jalebi with Rabri

Must Try Dishes

🍽️ Peshawari Chapli Kebab – Made with 20 spices and pomegranate seeds for authentic texture.
🍽️ Dumba Karhai – Slow-cooked for 6 hours in traditional copper vessels.
🍽️ Kabuli Pulao – Featuring Afghan basmati rice with tender lamb shanks.
🍽️ Gul Khan Special Platter – Sampling of 8 signature kebabs and curries.
🍽️ Saffron Lassi – Creamy yogurt drink topped with edible silver leaf.

Why Visit?

✓ Generational Recipes – Authentic flavors unchanged for decades.
✓ Cultural Immersion – Dubai's most vibrant Pakistani-Afghan decor.
✓ Late-Night Dining – Open until 5AM for post-midnight cravings.
✓ Budget-Friendly – Generous portions at wallet-friendly prices.
✓ Celebrity Spotting – Popular with South Asian expats and visitors.

Visitor Tips

Best Time To Visit : 9-11PM for lively atmosphere; 2-4AM for late-night dining.
Reservations : Required for groups of 6+ (weekends book out 3 days in advance).
Dress Code : Comfortable casual (traditional shalwar kameez welcomed!).

Location

Address : Ground Floor, Al Sokook Building, Street 10, Oud Metha, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Nearest Metro : 10-minute walk from Oud Metha Metro Station

Parking : Valet service available Friday/Saturday evenings

Timing : Daily: 11:00 AM – 5:00 AM (Kitchen open 24 hours)
Price For Two : AED 120-150 (Family platters feed 4 for AED 200)

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