Moreish Restaurant & Cafe — Restaurant in Dubai

Imagine a place where everyone in the family be it mom, dad kids or the grandparents are demanding to be in the kitchen to weave their own recipe and share the meals with friends and family, who would not like to be a part of such family.

They have successfully completed 9 months and have been doing well. They chose to keep the previous name as they felt the name selected them and that is how their journey began with Moreish which means satisfied (Indian Word: Santusht) with the food. They go by the hashtag #Somemoreplease, and believe us when we say that you will end up saying the same thing once you have tried the food.

Another interesting thing we liked was how they did not want to be named a vegetarian restaurant only because they have innovative and fresh food which does not require a certain crowd of people to relish it. Why limit yourself when you can aim for the sky eh?

Ambiance: A small cafe located in the lanes of Oud Mehta with a cozy atmosphere being created with the dim lighting, bright blue walls and a record player to set the mood. You can ask them to play the music genre of your choice. The seating was limited with 4-6 tables with the same amount outdoor as well but since the weather was a bit humid we decided to dine in.

Bite Board

DRINKS

Melon Sangria [AED 23]: Melon balls in a white grape lemon mint mojito. It was served in a scotch glass and we totally loved how pretty it looked. We are huge fans of the lemon mint combination and add to that some sweet melons, it made for quite a refreshing treat.

APPETIZERS

Roasted Pumpkin Soup [AED 21]: Usually we are not huge fans of pumpkin dishes, so we were a bit skeptical at first to give it a shot. But one spoon later it was so delicious that we could not resist ourselves from scraping the bowl clean to enjoy every bit of goodness. We would have loved it even more if it came along with bread-sticks. Also, we would definitely recommend this to people who are not fans of pumpkin either to discover a gem.

Grilled Peach & Pesto Bruscetta [AED 23]: An incentive to eat your greens well is this lovely combination of grilled peach drizzled with balsamic vinegar and pesto. Both the flavors complemented each other really well but was slightly on the sweeter side so it might not suit everyone’s palate.

MAINS

Broccoli Say Cheese [AED 29]: A burger with broccoli patty grilled to perfection with a layer of cheese and some jalapenos (our favorite)! It comes along with seasoned fries and an in-house coleslaw made with purple cabbage.

Polenta Steak [AED 33]: This was the star of the night because of its creamy pesto sauce which enhanced the polenta. We loved the sauce so much that we could not stop ourselves from getting another serving to enjoy it by itself, it was that good. The fight for this dish was over the top but for a good reason.

Brown Butter Mushroom Risotto [AED 35]: When two of our favorites come together in one dish, that makes very happy in this case it was the same. The risotto was prepared well and mushrooms were so juicy totally a winner for us.

DESSERTS

Parle-G Tiramisu [AED 21]: The tiramisu has a biscuit texture and something different from the regular ones out there. This was one of the creations made by Bhavika for her friends and turned out to be it and now is available for of all of the people in Dubai to try.

Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Ganache Cake [AED 21]: A dessert that is a must try even if you do not have anything else. Especially, meant for the dark chocolate lovers to indulge, this one is meant for you all. If you want something that will satiate your sweet-tooth and not give the sugar rush, then this cake is the answer to all prayers. The texture is smooth like butter with each bite melting in your mouth. One slice will not be enough to enjoy this delicacy.

Both the mom and daughter were present to make sure we have a memorable experience. The staff as courteous and quick on their feet.

The prices are reasonable for the quality being offered. We shall be back for a second round of the...

Any guesses on what Moreish mean?  It means something which is toothsome that it causes the desire for more ! This certainly was the case at our intimate dinner amongst friends at their restaurant last week. We were so warmly welcomed by the owners, that it almost felt like a homely affair.  It is  a cosy eatery run by a family of cooks, nestled in Mankhool - serving the most freshest food on your table. When you enter the place, it gives you a vibe of an alluring café with each and every corner so beautifully decorated and a lovely bookshelf on the wall which is stacked up with your favorite reads in their mini library

Coming to the food.. let me tell you they serve Gourmet savory flavorful vegetarian food and each dish has an interesting story behind it.  Let me share some of my version of the food stories :

🍜Ramen- this is the first time I got myself acquainted with the Japanese dish and with each and every bite, I was looking forward for the next spoon.  A comforting, slurpy dish packed with mushroom and lime broth, crispy tofu, nuts and chilli oil, and cherry tomatoes!

🧈Portobello Pizza Bites: These classic Italian little pizza bites just won my taste-buds. 🥔Baby potatoes tenderly roasted and seasoned with rosemary and truffle oil, served with a creamy strawberry cashew cream that may just sweep you off your plate.

🍲Brown Butter Mushroom Risotto : The risotto was prepared well and mushrooms were so juicy. Indeed a drool worthy dish.

🫕A nutty, creamy tangy pistachio kibbeh delicately infused with saffron and cardamom served with Pesto based couscous is comfort  you are seeking for.

🎂Lavender and Rose Mary Cake - spongy rosemary cake with a creamy lavender frosting (infused with real lavender flowers!) was a divine ending to our meal.

Most of the meals can be prepared vegan. But you have to explicitly order, otherwise you get the vegetarian variant.

My only regret is not trying this place earlier. The food is impeccable and the portions are definitely...

Moreish - A Hidden Gem Located At Mankhool, Bur Dubai.

The Restaurant Is By A Family Of Too Many Cooks -

It Has A Beautiful Cozy Ambiance, Where You Just Feel Like At Home They Serve A Wide Variety Of Italian, Mexican, & Continental Dishes ( Each With A Unique Presentation & Taste ) Professional & Friendly Staff ( They Were Very Polite & Helpful )

Most Of The Dishes Are Vegan & Gluten Free & If Not, They Can Be Prepared The Same.

All The Dishes That Were Presented Tasted Really Delicious, The Quality & Quantity Was Great !

We Ordered :

Appetizers -

Grilled Peach & Pesto Brushchetta : Fresh Basil Pesto, Feta, Grilled Peaches, Walnuts & Balsamic Glaze

Maple Chilli Smashed Potato : Smashed Potatoes With A Maple Chilli Glaze, Sesame Seeds, & Curry Leaf Cream

Mains -

Homestyle Ramen : Comfort Ramen, But Better - Mushroom & Kaffir Lime Broth, Crispy Tofu, Peanuts, Sesame Seeds, Cherry Tomatoes & Chilli Oil

Pistachio Kibbeh : Middle Eastern Classic - Pistachio & Pomegranate Stuffed Spiced Balls In A Fragrant Lemon Cardamom Gravy

Pan Asian Stir Fry : A Sweet & Umami Gravy With Stir Fried Veggies, Tofu, Toasted Cashews & Basil, Served With Sesame Jasmine Rice

Desserts -

Nutty Fudge Brownie With Pistachio & Orange Blossom Gelato : Dense, Dark Chocolate Fudgy Brownie With Homemade Pistachio & Orange Blossom Gelato By Artiserie Gelato, With A Chocolate Glaze

Parle G Tiramisu : Espresso Soaked Parle G Biscuits, Layered With Homemade Mascarpone

Drinks -

Nutella & Oreo Milkshake

Raspberry Lemonade

⭐️ Perfect Place For Any Kind Of Gathering ( Birthdays, Business Lunch & Meetings ) ⭐️ Easy Availability Of Parking

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