Moulin D'or Bakery & Grill, Karama, Dubai

MOULIN DÓR BAKERY & GRILL, KARAMA, DUBAI

Tel: +971 4 336 9994

Dine In + Take Away + Home Delivery (Terms & Conditions apply)

Opening Hours: 24 Hours

 

A casual place to dine in or grab a quick bite!

 

Moulin D'or Bakery & Grill, a Lebanese restaurant cum bakery, is prominently located near Karama Post Office. Situated along the main road, it's quite visible while walking or commuting. However, finding a parking spot is bit of a challenge. 

The ambiance and interior is not very different from any other bakery in the city. It is one of those places where you would prefer a rapid meal over relaxed dining. 

 

Customers can choose to sit indoor or outdoor and I must say that the latter is a great option during winters. The additional lighting in the outdoor seating area makes the place more prominent. 

 

For the viewing pleasure of customers, there is a T.V. screen fixed in the indoor and one in the outdoor seating area. You can enjoy your meal while watching T.V. provided you know Arabic as usually some Arabic channel is played on it. 

 

The restrooms are clean and are located on the first level. As I didn’t see any restrooms on the same level, I was under the impression that there aren't any until I asked one of the staff. 

 

The menu includes wide variety of moderately priced food like Manakish, Kebabs, Sheesh Tawook, and Shawarmas and nonalcoholic beverages like Soft Drinks and Juices to choose from. I at times grab a quick shawarma or something small from the bakery section and usually dine in on a weekend after a late night movie as it is open 24 hours. The cakes look really tempting but I can't comment on the taste as I have not yet tried any. 

 

I have also tried the Hammous (AED 15 per plate), Chicken, Cheese and Zaatar Manakish (served in small and large sizes ranging from AED 7 to AED 12 for the small plates and starting from AED 10 for the large ones) and Sheesh Tawook sandwiches (AED 15 per plate served with French Fries, Garlic Paste and Pickle), which are quite flavorful.

 

In my opinion, the food generally tastes good but is not always presented in an appetizing way. The picture (above) of the Zaatar Manakish I had ordered in my last visit exemplifies what I am trying to get at.

 

But my last experience somewhat changed my opinion on their food quality. The Hammous I had ordered, though presented well, did not taste like it usually does. 

 

This won't stop me from going there as I still like their Manakish and Shawarma, but I would definitely think twice before ordering Hammous again. 

The service is quite prompt and staff are responsive but can be more welcoming and proactive.

Good and moderately priced food and beverages and openings hours are some of the positives of this eatery. 

 

On a scale of 1 to 5, 5 being Exceptional and 1 being Poor, I rate this place as 2.5 (between average and good) with the highest rating on food and beverage variety as compared to other factors.

 

All in all, a good eatery if you wish to have a casual dining experience.

 
The prices mentioned in this review are as of July, 2013 and are subject to change