Athar by Q Lab
7.3
Chef's Societ، Mirdif City Center - Tripoli St - Mirdif - Level 1 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
About Athar by Q Lab
Located on the first level of City Centre Mirdif, Athar by Q Lab brings Emirati cuisine to shoppers and families seeking authentic local flavours in a relaxed café environment. The menu showcases traditional dishes including balaleet, shakshuka, aseeda and the much-praised date pudding, complemented by ice cream and coffee offerings throughout the day.
Highlights
Traditional Emirati cuisine specialties
Signature date pudding dessert
All-day dining 8 AM to midnight
Family-friendly café atmosphere
Cultural heritage dining experience
Located in City Centre Mirdif
Authentic balaleet and shakshuka
Very good7.3
/10
service7.0
ambience7.0
food quality7.4
accessibility8.6
value for money7.8
Buzzing
Fridays and Saturdays
12PM - 2PM
Best for breakfast or lunch to experience traditional Emirati dishes. Weekdays offer a quieter café atmosphere, whilst weekends bring families and mall shoppers.
Open Until 12am
Monday8 AM to 12 AM
Tuesday8 AM to 12 AM
Wednesday8 AM to 12 AM
Thursday8 AM to 12 AM
Friday8 AM to 12 AM
Saturday8 AM to 12 AM
Sunday8 AM to 12 AM
Reviews
Guests appreciate the authentic Emirati dishes and warm hospitality, though inconsistent experiences and service issues are noted. Date pudding, balaleet and ice cream receive particular praise.
Date puddingEmirati cuisineHospitality
The Experience
Category
Cuisine
Reservations
Not Required
Location Mirdif
Located on Level 1 of City Centre Mirdif, accessible via Tripoli Street in Mirdif. Follow signs for City Centre Mirdif from Al Khail Road or Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. Free parking is available in the shopping centre's multi-storey car park.
Parking: Free parking available at City Centre Mirdif
Estimated Time: 20-25 minutes from Downtown Dubai, 15-20 minutes from Dubai International Airport