Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant storefront with green neon signage at Motor City location

Welcome to Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant, Motor City's premier destination for authentic Portuguese cuisine.

Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant Motor City

8.8

Joud Boulevard West - Shop 24/25 - Turin Boulevard - Al Hebiah First - Dubai Motor City - Dubai

Closed
Opens at 11am
$$Portuguese, South African

About Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant Motor City

Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant Motor City offers an authentic taste of Portuguese and South African culinary traditions in the heart of Dubai Motor City. Known for their signature flame-grilled prawns, peri-peri chicken, and seafood platters, the restaurant combines traditional Portuguese recipes with halal-certified ingredients to cater to Dubai's diverse community. The casual dining environment, complete with family-friendly touches including a dedicated kids' menu, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy hearty, flavoursome meals. With consistently high ratings and recognition for quality food preparation, Calisto's has established itself as a go-to destination for those craving authentic Portuguese cuisine.

The restaurant caters to families, groups, and casual diners seeking a relaxed meal experience with convenient amenities including free car parking, wheelchair accessibility, and efficient table service. Located in the accessible Joud Boulevard West complex, Calisto's offers both dine-in and delivery options through Deliveroo, making it easy for Motor City residents and visitors to enjoy their distinctive Portuguese flavours. The restaurant's commitment to halal food, vegetarian-friendly options, and moderate pricing (AED 50-100 per person) ensures accessibility for a wide range of diners. Operating seven days a week with extended hours, Calisto's provides a reliable dining option for lunch, dinner, and weekend gatherings in the Dubai Motor City neighbourhood.

Highlights

Authentic Portuguese-South African cuisine
Signature flame-grilled prawns
Halal-certified menu
Family-friendly with kids' menu
Free car parking available
5.0-star rating from 100+ reviews
Delivery via Deliveroo
Best DubaiVerified
8.8
/10
Scoreservice
8.8

Scoreambience
7.5

Scorefood quality
9.2

Scoreaccessibility
9.0

Scorevalue for money
9.5
Buzzing
Saturdays and Sundays
6PM - 9PM
Perfect for lunch or family dinners. Weekdays offer relaxed dining whilst weekends bring busier crowds, especially during peak dinner hours.
Closed Opens at 11am
Monday12 to 10:30 PM
Tuesday12 to 10:30 PM
Wednesday12 to 10:30 PM
Thursday12 to 10:30 PM
Friday12 to 10:30 PM
Saturday11 AM to 10:30 PM
Sunday11 AM to 10:30 PM
Reviews
Exceptional 5.0-star rating from 104 reviews with 101 five-star ratings. Guests consistently praise prawns, seafood platters, and peri-peri chicken alongside great desserts.
Exceptional prawnsSeafood qualityPeri-peri chicken

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