Shabestan
Persian Deira, Dubai
A long-running Persian dining room overlooking Dubai Creek.
AED 180 to 280 per personValet
The source-checked brief
A long-running Persian dining room overlooking Dubai Creek. This is not a firsthand review. Confirm the menu, prices and hours with the venue before going.
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- Classic Persian grills
- Creek views
- Old-Dubai institution
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