Abd el Wahab Dubai

Abd el Wahab sits on the third level of Souk Al Bahar. The dining room runs smart and elegant, serving Lebanese and Middle Eastern grills. It sits a five-minute walk from the Burj Khalifa.

Most restaurants near the Dubai Mall lean into frantic, high-turnover service. This venue prioritizes the sprawl of a long dinner instead, using its elevation to distance diners from the ground-level chaos of the neighbouring souk. While the outdoor tables often draw crowds for the vantage point, the kitchen’s focus on traditional charcoal-grilled meats justifies a visit even without a view. It remains a more measured choice for those tired of the district’s usual spectacle.