Top 15 Most Drool-Worthy Kanafeh Spots In Dubai
Spell it as Kunefe or Kanafeh or Kunafa or Knafa or Knafah or Künefe… it all means the same thing; that Middle Eastern dessert made with shredded filo pastry – soaked in sweet, sugar syrup, and typically layered with lots and LOTS OF CHEESE.
This popular dish is a treasured dessert here in the UAE and practically every other Arab country, it’s sooOOoo good that just the sight of the crunchy, golden, cheesy delight will have your mouth watering buckets.
We asked you to vote for your fave Kanafa spot and the results are in my Kunafaheads!
So scroll right ahead and check out these 15 spots that are just KunaFAAINEEEE!
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15. Allo Beirut
This is the go-to spot for your traditional Lebanese kunafa It’s everything kunafa dreams are made of!
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14. Konafa Mresh
Now this is the kunafa that’ll satisfy your cravings and not hurt your wallet!
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13. Sheikh Alkunafa
Whether you like them topped with nutella, sugar syrup, pistachio nuts or all of the above, this Dubai hot spot is on everyone’s radar for a sweet kunafa treat.
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12. Kanafani
Kunafa and kaak are a match made in heaven and Kanafani are masters of this grand combination. They’re chewy, gooey and the perfect treat.
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11. Mr Kunafa
Yummy yummy and more yummy. This spot is known for its delicious and juicy kunafas.
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10. Papa Kanafa
Simple, traditional and full of sugary goodness. This dessert parlour claim to be the daddy of all Kunafa’s and Dubai peeps clearly agree.
9. The Village Grill
A slab of that fresh, outta the over Kunafa a day, will keep your Monday blues away!
8. Bosporus Turkish Restaurant
A mini Turkey right here in Dubai.
Just scrolling through their ‘gram you’ll be SOLD at the sight. Apart from their never-ending menu full of automatic dishes, their honey glazed Kunafa with pistachio shavings and ice cream topping can do NO wrong. NO WRONG I SAY.
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7. Awani
Simmered in syrup, Awani’s Cheese Knafeh will more than satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
For some finger-licking Levantine cuisine and a full-on Dubaiesque VIEW, this resto is your best bet.
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6. Project Kunafa
Looking to get a little wild and experimental with your Kunafa hogging spree? Then Project Kunafa will have you spoiled for choice with their range of flavours and options!
From the tradhish authentic creations to kunafas drizzled with Nutella, Lotus kunafas and fruit loaded kunafas, this is deffo one to add to your go-to list boo.
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5. Al Sultan Sweets
If just the picture below isn’t enough to have you drooling then kunafa’s ain’t for you!
Oozing with cheese, sugar, butter and topped with pistachio… mmmmmhmmmm this is 1kg of HEAVEN right here.
4. ILA Restaurant & Cafe
This hidden gem at Al Seef caters to ALL. Whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, have a major sweet tooth, allergic to gluten… whatever your dietary restrictions/preferences may be, ILA Restaurant & Cafe promises to stand by you through thick and thin.
Their heavenly kanafa doesn’t just talk the talk but walks the walk with its addicting flavours and tongue swirling texture. UGH, booking my uber ride to this babe of a resto RIGHT NOW!
3. Czn Burak Dubai
The eponymous chef and his resto need no introduction whatsoever!
Being a kunafa-head, if one order of the dessert is never enough for you… then Czn Burak’s GINORMOUSSSS kunafa servings will be right up your alley!
And um ya don’t worry about sharing… there will be enough to feed a VILLAGE!
2. Turkish Village Dubai
Dine like a Sultan at this divine resto! All your fave Turkish dishes and more that will have you drooling at the sight.
Remember to make space for dessert, because their signature crunchy Kunefe with ice-cream will have your taste buds twerking in just one bite.
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1. Feras Sweets
FERAS SWEETS HAS LITERALLY WON THE TITLE OF ‘OG’ KANAFA SPOT IN DUBAI.
Voted for more than a billion times by YOU, this counter-serve resto located across multiple spots in Dubai will have you ordering seconds before you’re even done with your first order.
— Joe Akkawi (@JoeAkkawi) February 8, 2021
It’s traditional Arab sweets like cheesy kanafas and fresh baklavas made to perfection at this popular pick!!!
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