10 minPublished: November 28th 2021
Expo 2020 may be a festival of culture but it’s also a festival of the best flavours from around the world. Here are our top wallet-friendly dishes to try on your next visit so you can taste your way around the world, without breaking the bank.
Serving the ultimate fried chicken from the shores of Malaysia, Marrybrown will get you clucking for more but not spending more. Try the Malaysian delight Nasi Lemak Combo or the Hotouch Chicken Fillet Burger Combo, with a drink and a side of fries for only 30 AED.
Must-Try: Chicken Popcorn, AED 12, Chicken Sandwich AED 12, Combos AED 22
Opening times: Saturday-Friday: 10:00 - 22:00
Location: Malaysia Pavilion, Mobility District
Melbourne Lane
Inspired by the coffee shops of Australia, Melbourne Lane offers a selection of health-kick lattes, an indulgent Milo-Tim Tam Freak Shake, and many more Aussie delicacies. Try one of the famous Aussie Jaffle Toasties to make your taste buds go crikey!
Must-Try: Jaffle Toasties Cheesy Melt, Vegemite & Cheese, AED 15
Opening times: Saturday-Friday: 10:00 - 23:00
Location: Australia Pavilion, Mobility District
Sugar and spice and all things nice. For the ones that prefer the simple flavours, try the vanilla or the classic jam (23 AED). For the more daring palettes, we recommend the Blackcurrant Cheesecake or the Pistachio (23 AED). Dough-nut worry if you don’t have a sweet tooth, delicious sourdough pizza is on the menu too, starting from AED 41 per Pizza Slice and a doughnut for AED 23
Must-Try: Doughnuts, AED 23
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 23:00 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 00:00
Location: Mobility District
Named the perfect burger by a leading New York newspaper, Michelin-starred chef David Myers’ epic burger recipe has travelled from LA to Dubai so you can get a taste of California.
Must try: 1940s classic and DM burger, AED 45
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday 10 am-midnight Opening Thursday-Friday 10 am-1 am
Location: Mobility District
Jailbird
Home of the Chicken Melt Sando, a favourite amongst Dubai residents. Nashville spiced tenders, JB mayo, overflowing with a cheesy fondue centre & buttery brioche bread. Being Jailbird’s most photographed invention, you’ve probably seen this masterpiece all over social media. No surprises then that over 2,000 of these beauties fly out of Jailbird kitchens every week.
Must-Try: Chicken Sando Melt, AED 44
Location: Opportunity District
Famed in the Philippines but now a firm favourite in Dubai, this is one for seafood lovers. Get down and dirty using your fingers without digging into your wallet too much as they dump the freshest catch in front of you.
Must-Try: Chicken Jsaw, AED 20. Cajun shrimp, AED 42, Gangstah Lobstah, AED 47
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 22:00 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 23:30
Location: Mobility District
Al Farwania
Discover a Dubai local gem, and one of the oldest Indian cafeterias in town. Try the authentic Chips Oman paratha and wash it down with one of the signature karaks – we recommend the saffron.
Must-Try: Meals with Fish Curry, AED 9. Signature Mutton Briyani, AED 14. Butter Chicken, AED 13
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 23:30 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 00:00
Location: Sustainability District
Alkebulan The African Dining Hall
The world’s first African dining hall has opened at Expo 2020 and it is a must-visit for all. Celebrating the world’s largest hidden gem, explore 10 counters from top African chefs. Chicken Coop by chef Alexander Smalls is unreal and Tasty Goat by famed chef Kiran Jethwa is getting rave reviews. They’ve even opened a hot dog stand in Al Forsan Park, so you can get an African twist on a favourite for just AED 25.
Must try: Ugali Taco of slow-cooked goat, AED 30
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday 10 am-12 am, Thursday-Friday 10 am-1 am.
Location: Jubilee Park
Baking you to food heaven with a delicious selection of baked goods, complemented with a range of Arabic and Mediterranean salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Most of the sweet and savoury baked goods fall under 10 AED.
Must-Try: Cajun Chicken Wrap, AED 14. Zaatar Manakish, AED 14. Tiramisu, AED 12. Halloumi Cheese Wrap, AED 18
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 00:00 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 01:00
Location: Opportunity District
Giving everyone a fried food frenzy since its arrival in the UAE - the Saudi brand is famed for its iconic garlic sauce. We recommend the Falafel (5.50 AED), for vegetarians, the spicy Chicken Nuggets Meal (18 AED) & the most popular option, the Value Shrimp Meal (27 AED for 10 pieces).
Must-Try: Chicken Fillet Sandwich, AED 6.50
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 00:00 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 01:00
Location: Opportunity District
Floozie Cookies offers its signature 'stuffed cookies' in five delicious vegan flavours and a seasonally changing sixth option. Get 1 delicious stuffed cookie for just 16 AED, 3 for 45 AED or get a cookie and one of the delicious Ice Cremè Drinks for only 32 AED.
Must-Try: Stuffed Cookie, AED 16
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 22:30 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 01:00
Location: Sustainability District and Al Forsan Park
Natural, revitalising, energy-giving food, Grains & Greens offers great value and prices. Indulge in one of their pre-made salads such as the Beef Salad or Vegan Salad for only 45 AED or bring out your inner artist at the Salad Bar where you can create your masterpiece starting from 30 AED.
Must-Try: Make your own salad AED 30
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 22:00 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 00:00
Location: Mobility District
Maraheb is serving traditional Yemeni cuisine to the Expo 2020 crowd. Full of rich flavours and tantalizing spices, they offer a list of traditional meals, with unparalleled quality and distinctive taste. Start with the Fried Kibbeh (24 AED for 4 pieces) with the Half Mandi Chicken (39 AED) full of spices to truly show you what Yemeni cuisine has to offer.
Must-Try: Half Mandi Chicken Meal AED 39
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 01:00 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 01:00
Location: Opportunity District
This homegrown concept has galloped its flavours to Expo 2020. Their menu boasts some of the best quality speciality coffees complemented by delicious treats. Try one of their homemade blend crepes with Chocolate and Pistachio (36 AED), devour one of their Saddle La Brioche (38 AED), or sample some of the tastiest açaís in town (38 AED).
Must-Try: Chocolate Crepe, AED 26
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 01:00 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 01:00
Location: Al Wasl
As a born-at-Expo concept, Alif Café showcases the incredible range and quality that the UAE has to offer, with ingredients from their local farm. Immerse yourself in spices and flavours from East to West with their meal combo for AED 45.
Must try: Rose and pistachio soft serve, AED 15
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday 10 am-10 pm
Location: Mobility District
The Viking Café
Devour an array of delectable Danish delights at The Viking Café. The café offers sweet pastries, ice cream, and tea which pay homage to the Nordic region. Breakfast is served all day with a selection of Danish Puff pastries starting from 15 AED. The café will captivate your taste buds with its many flavours of ice cream, get one scoop in a cone for only 20 AED.
Must-Try: Cinnamon Swirl, AED 15
Opening times: Saturday-Friday: 10:00 - 22:00
Location: Denmark Pavilion, Mobility District
Deli2Go
Great tasting food to enjoy on the move. Whether it’s a Latte (16 AED), Ham & Cheese Bagel (30 AED), or Avocado and Paneer Bowl (35 AED) Deli2Go will have you prepped, packed, and ready-to-go, so you can spend less time wandering around looking for a filling snack and more time exploring Expo 2020.
Must-Try: Arabic Lentil Soup, AED 15
Opening times: Saturday-Wednesday: 10:00 - 22:00 Thursday-Friday: 10:00 - 00:00
Location: Sustainability District
The legendary Chicken Tikka Inn is famed for its Chicken as well as its succulent botis and kebabs. The restaurant offers quality food, with exceptional taste and prices. Try their renowned Chicken Tikka dish (17 AED) Mutton Tikka (33 AED) with a Butter Tandori Naan (5 AED) for an Indian feast to power you around Expo 2020.
Must-Try: Chicken Tikka Signature Grill, AED 17
Opening times: Saturday-Friday: 10:00 - 00:00
Location: Sustainability District
Make your experience at Expo 2020 Dubai unique by visiting Salties Beach Bar. Characterised by unique cuisine, live music and an incredible selection of grape and signature cocktails, the Caribbean atmosphere will make you feel like you're in a tropical world. Enjoy bottles of house grape for only AED 60, alongside a selection of shisha flavours.
Must-Try: Three Mushrooms Tagliatelle, AED 30. Bottle of grape AED 60
Opening times: Saturday-Friday: 10:00 – 01:00
Location: Opportunity District
Farrago Express
An all-day international dining buffet for AED 65. Take a trip to culinary excellence from around the world
Farrago Express, where a medley of exciting flavours and experiences await. Bring your friends along and enjoy the full bar or visit the dedicated Culinary Pod Experience, showcasing the best culinary curations from participating countries.
Opening times: All day 11:00 to 22:00
Location: Sustainability District
Dangerously delicious waffles. Just outside the Norwegian Pavilion, WOFL food truck serves up a selection of fresh creative savoury and sweet waffle sandwiches.
Must-Try: New York Deli Waffle, Banana & Nutella, AED 35
Location: Opportunity District
Mama’esh
Discover authentic Palestinian street food serving freshly oven-baked goods including manakeesh, fatayer and the famous nabulsi kunafa roll (AED 20, get there before it sells out).
Must try: Akkawi cheese manakeesh, AED 15
Opening times: Saturday-Friday 10.30 am-10 pm, Thursday-Friday 10.30 am-midnight
Location: Palestine Pavilion, Opportunity District
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