Hidden Oasis for Desert Lovers (No Pun Intended)
We Found the Best Kunafas in Dubai
When the urge to dip your fingers into the crispy, syrupy, and cheesy delight that is kunafas strikes, Dubai’s veteran sweet lovers know exactly where to go. As a culinary melting pot, Dubai offers a diverse range of kunafas, each with its own unique twist on this beloved Middle Eastern treat. From traditional Nabulsi kunafa to modern interpretations, there’s a perfect kunafa experience waiting for you in this vibrant city.
Let’s dive in.
Nabeel Nafisah Sweets | Al Barsha
Highlights:
- Operational since 1957
- Recipient of the “Superior taste Award” by the International Taste Institute in Brussels, Belgium
- Recommended dishes: Konafa with Cream, Piece Warbat with Pistachio, Mixed Baklava
- Starting at AED 13
I was recommended this place by a Syrain friend to try the traditional sweets and I have to say it one of the best places I have been. The sweets are to die for. Amazing. Very very good job.
Azam Ali
Feras Aldiyafa Sweets| Al Barsha
Highlights:
- Founded in 1984
- 25+ locations across UAE
- Listed among EXPO 2020 homegrown UAE brands
The best place for manakeesh and kunafa! In love with it for 11 years. Dont expect luxury atmosphere, but simple and fresh food and humble service. This is honest place, for different purses. Try cheese and egg manakeesh you’ll thank me!
Irishe4ka – Local Guide
Al Sultan Sweets – Deira
Highlights:
- Founded in 1997
- 9 branches across UAE
- Holds a Guinness World Record for designing and making the largest mosaic plate made of oriental sweets
Whenever we crave for some delicious Arabic sweets, we always go straight to this place since my childhood. They have so many different varieties of sweets which are freshly made everyday. They always give you sample tasters of the sweets, after which you can make your choice of buy. My favourites here are the Kunafeh and baklava.
Anjali Senthil Kumar – Local Guide
Ibsais Sweets
Highlights:
- A small business located in Jumeira
- Known for their authentic Nabulsi Kunafa (made with Nabulsi white cheese)
Must try their Kunafa both rolls and smooth one. Authentic Palestinian 🇵🇸✌️Kunafa. Freshly cooked, so tasty, smooth and easy on stomach, it taste great. Place is convenient, located on Jumeirah road, convenient parking in front of the shop, pleasant staff and professional. I highly recommend it ❤️ 🇵🇸✌️
Ahmed Ali – Local Guide
