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Nolu's Restaurant - Al Bandar

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One of the Most Revieweds in Al Rahah


Address

Barza South Building - next to Spinneys - Al Rahah - Al Bandar - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Website

www.nolusrestaurants.com

Contact

+971 2 557 9500

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 9 am to 10:45 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 10:45 pm
  • Friday: 9 am to 10:45 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 10:45 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 10:45 pm
  • Monday: 9 am to 10:45 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 10:45 pm

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  • 5/5 Sandeep M. 2 years ago on Google
    This place located at Bandar in Al Raha area is having sit out and well maintained sit in area. I loved the Afghani dishes it serves. Got quite a few vegetarian ones too. Interiors are done with taste. Dogs are also allowed in the sit out area.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saud J. 2 years ago on Google
    Just had a dinner at Nolus al Bandar with my brother. The best chicken kebab and mantoo dumplings. The staff and manager are very friendly and talkative. I would recommend everyone to come to try Afghani dishies.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 AbdulRahman Al M. 2 years ago on Google
    This an edit to a previous 5 star rating I made. It brings sadness to my heart that this amazing restaurant has become below average. It used to be absolutely amazing but not anymore. Food quality decreased significantly. Please bring back the Old Nolu's (I am certain the chef has changed along with the staff). After being a loyal customer, it pains me to say goodbye to this restaurant. There is no more harmony in the ingredients. The packaging has become the worst.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sandpit W. 2 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite restaurants #InAbuDhabi 🍽 Whenever I dine @nolusrestaurants I can tell that the food is made from fresh and healthy ingredients. At first I got surprised that the Afghani food would suit my Southeast Asian tastebuds. No turning back since then. My personal favorites are the Angus Beef Kebob and Mantu dumplings. Super love it. Try them now! Lastly, I love the interiors and the ambiance of this branch too. All of the staff were kind and hospitable especially Ivy. Thanks, Team! Also, Thanks to the Chef we enjoyed our food tonight!💖 #abudhabirestaurants #albandarrestaurant #nolus #nolusalbandar #nolusrestaurants #albandar #summereats #whatsonabudhabi #sandpitwonders #sandpitwonderstips #ramadaniftar #foodie #abudhabireels #abudhabieats #instaabudhabi #instafoodies #abudhabilife #abudhabiinfluencer #filipinoinuae
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Asma S. 2 years ago on Google
    The last time I’ve been to Nolu’s Al Bandar was back in 2013 and I must say the place has gone downhill ever since. The hostess that “greeted” me, the waitress, and staff were all very passive aggressive as if they were paying the bill for me. The ambiance of the place is really beautiful, there’s nothing as beautiful as having a meal by the sea. However the food wasn’t great. I had the manti, koobideh, and tropical juice. The manti was fine. I personally found the flavours to be so overwhelming. The koobideh was very disappointing and not juicy, even old. The best aspect of that dish was the yogurt. I can’t believe I’m saying this but the juice was the best aspect of the entire meal, the flavours worked together so beautifully. I was disappointed when I checked out their desserts as none where made in house and all were catered. Overall, I wouldn’t be back.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 saif S. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the place to try some authentic Afghanistan food. This place is very nice and decent. Overall a amazing experience and not to forget the view of the canal. The service was okay. Dishes i eat was great and tasty. Dumlings was yummy and had Wonderful dessert.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eskobarp P. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious dishes, flavors of traditional cuisine, great atmosphere, friendly service and beautiful views. I recommend it to everyone visiting Abu Dhabi
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 NF 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing place with nice view and good service, food and dessert was tasty. The parkings are bad and its hard to find parking in Al Bandar specially in the afternoon time half of the parkings there are for residents and tiki lounge.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James S. 11 months ago on Google
    Food is amazing. Best Breakfast in town.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shuyu L. 1 year ago on Google
    A wonderful brunch experience at Nolu’s. Three of us came here for Sunday lunch. The restaurant is busy, but there are plenty of tables. Luckily, we got a window seat and the view was amazing! The food was great. We had the pumpkin toast, the steak on toast and a wrap. So generous with the amount. The rose latte was great too. The decor is modern, simple, bright and relaxing. The service is more than amazing. The waiter came to check whether we need anything a couple of times and double checked with us about price and extra charge before putting the request of an extra egg over. Will definitely visit again if I’m in the area.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Bana g. 10 months ago on Google
    I always love the food and love the place. But this time it was really disappointing we went there late to have dinner they were closing after 45 min. We ordered salad and two main courses. The salad wasn’t fresh like you see in the photos but we ate it we were hungry especially the cucumber was really bad. Kabab and other main course was good and delicious but after I left got sick from the salad and the spices. They should not serve anything old no matter what. Above all decoration and atmosphere are so nice service is excellent and nice view on the water in Al Bandar plaza in Al Raha Beach. Prices are normal 84 AED for the main course 55 AED for the salad.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Makboul N. 1 year ago on Google
    I would like to thank all the staff for the excellent customer service the food was amazing the view the staff everything makes you decide to come back again and again thank you all and i will see you soon again
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shayma A. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a family dinner here and everything was perfect , Gerald helped us a lot and managed to serve everything perfectly. Ethan & Alex helped us too and they were really friendly. We all loved the food and the vibe ! Will definitely visit again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sonesh C. 3 years ago on Google
    Went here for Iftar the other night and had a great experience. The food was delicious, they accommodated allergies and dietary restrictions well. Everything was made in a timely fashion and the servers were very friendly and welcoming. I appreciated how they came out several times and asked if everything was okay and if there was anything else they could get us. They really have a good sense of flavour when making their dishes. Friendly suggestions: have some fans/cooling system outside to help with heat, have a separate vegetarian/vegan menu to make it easier, make sure to not run out of dishes like soups and cake, validate parking costs, add some small back pillows to the chairs for more comfort and use environmentally friendly packaging for the take out boxes. Thank you for the wonderful overall experience!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Reem a. 2 years ago on Google
    Virginia was super kind and helpful . She made my morning perfect and happy. Thank you so much. The food is amazing
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 mnm m. 3 years ago on Google
    Went on a weekend. Had to clean my own table because they were short on staff. Additionally. My food was late and not complete when it finally arrived.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dinara S. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent place, food is great but Ali the waiter is even better)) always responding Our fav dish is veg curry and manti
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ivana V. 2 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite places for breakfast in Abu Dhabi. Variety of options on the menu, food tastes amazing, and staff is supper attentive and kind. Give it a try!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Henry B. 2 years ago on Google
    Reasonably priced, very tasty food, good service. A great spot
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacopo S. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent and very particular combination, in an elegant location. Food was great, the qabili pallow was truly special, and we received an excellent service and a pleasant conversation by Otmane. Suggested!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zeina F. 1 year ago on Google
    Menu is not much varied but food is great. My friend tried the salmon kebab and it was perfection and i tried the bunless Nolu's beef burger that comes wrapped in an iceberg. Meat tasted great and was perfectly cooked. Only concern is absence of light in the outdoor section
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mohammad Hamdan bin s. 3 years ago on Google
    Ok
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zak 1 year ago on Google
    A great place all round. The menu is very nice and the Afghan fusion food is very tasty. Great service and environment. I highly recommend for families and couples
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nuria Ormeno R. 10 months ago on Google
    First time eating and Nolu’s and wont be the last one. The food is fresh and tasty, the service is good and there is a nice calmed atmosphere. Even though when we went there they had ran out of salmon and beef the servers made everything possible to make our experience 10/10. I built my own bowl, which i have to say was deli and my boyfriend ordered the chicken burger. All these with very nice views of the canal.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mohamed A. 1 year ago on Google
    Nolu's is a fantastic Afghan restaurant that serves up a variety of delicious kebabs and healthy options. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy atmosphere. The staff is friendly and attentive, and they're happy to help you navigate the menu and make recommendations based on your dietary preferences. The kebabs at Nolu's are simply outstanding. The meat is always perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, and the accompanying sauces and sides are a delicious complement. But what really sets Nolu's apart is their commitment to healthy options. They offer a wide range of dishes that are both flavorful and nutritious, including plenty of vegetarian. Whether you're looking for a hearty salad, a nourishing soup, or a delicious bowl of rice, you'll find it at Nolu's. One thing to note is that the prices at Nolu's can be a bit on the higher side, but in my opinion, the quality of the food and the overall dining experience more than justifies the cost. If you're looking for a delicious and healthy meal in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, Nolu's is definitely worth a visit. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Muna Al Z. 11 months ago on Google
    We had breakfast there during the weekend and It was not crowded. We sat at the window which was a bit hot but it expected at this time of the year 😁 but the view was amazing. The food was nice and the portions were big. We ordered the turkish egg, nouls foul and french toast and shared between the 3 of us, the food was more than enough 😋 and we enjoyed it alot.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Hannu-Daniel G. 8 months ago on Google
    The view of Al Muneera is great from the restaurant. I wanted to go for breakfast, but more than half of the items on the breakfast menu were not available. I was disappointed. They should either work on their menu or source the ingredients to actually offer food to their customers.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Samad K. 2 years ago on Google
    So we call and make a reservation and is not informed about the green pass for the restaurant. Coming from Dubai and calling again for a pre-order like 5 mins away from the restaurant to avoid the delay we were not informed again. No problem. The manager was like talk to the hand attitude and no politeness at all. Food is great with my last experience but the staff is like just get lost from the restaurant. Enjoy the food .. thanks to the chef and if you can ignore the rest

  • 4/5 Deemz 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff, nice views and good food. Slow service

  • 4/5 HSN963 3 years ago on Google
    Great quality, and service. A bit expensive though.

  • 4/5 عبدالرحمن �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the best restaurants in the area, the food is delicious and different and the service is excellent. The location of the restaurant 👍 and the cleanliness👍 (Original) احد افضل المطاعم في المنطقة، الاكل لذيذ و مختلف و الخدمة ممتازة. موقع المطعم 👍 و النظافة👍

  • 5/5 Jenna P. 2 years ago on Google
    Incredible food and wonderful service from Ali! Highly recommend this restaurant 😊

  • 5/5 Salivie N. 2 years ago on Google
    Dining in this restaurant was amazing. First, staffs are so friendly, welcoming and attentive. Second, the restaurant has a great ambiance, great interior design and view. Last but not the least, foods are amazing. Can't wait to go back there with my friends.

  • 5/5 Tinashri S. 2 years ago on Google
    Nolu's is indeed an amazing place for a quite and peaceful get together. I especially like their smoothie preparations with variety of choices for health concious people. I also admire the view and surroundings as it offers a perfect blend of exquisiteness and exclusivity that one searches to spend a quality time with family or friends.I definitely recommend this place to anyone who's looking for a quite yet appealing place to unwind.

  • 5/5 חזי �. 8 months ago on Google
    Great restaurant, much recommended. Interesting variety of local, western and fusion. Enjoyed a dish with rice raisins carrots and lamb. Great ambience

  • 4/5 Beata �. 8 months ago on Google
    It's a lovely place with beautiful view. I love to come there for coffee during the weekend and enjoy the view. So relaxing, but.... The ac is bearly workinf there and while sitting there during the summer Im sweating like no tomorrow :(

  • 2/5 Zeeshan D. 8 months ago on Google
    Unfortunately this place had limited food item that was mentioned on the menu and we had to settle with what was available. Being a fan of Afghani food, this restaurant does not taste anything like authentic Afghan cuisine. Our server was top notch and made sure everything was well served but again the food was just not to par.

  • 3/5 Abi H. 7 months ago on Google
    Beautiful restaurant and the staff are friendly. However, the food took forever to come. First time I have ever received tea in a coffee french press, the tea was not good either. The food was edible, but the quality was lacking and the hollandaise seemed to be from a jar. My friend's omelette was rubbery and looked like it was prepared in a microwave (not sure). Definitely will not be returning.

  • 5/5 Rawdha A. 3 years ago on Google
    You can never go wrong at Nolu’s. The view is beautiful, the staff are very attentive. Food is delicious. Also the fresh pressed juices are so refreshing and healthy.

  • 5/5 Shahbaz A. 3 years ago on Google
    This restaurant is very nice for fast making food

  • 4/5 Abdelilah E. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The restaurant is well located, the terrace is nice. The service is awesome. Good restaurant for family breakfast (Original) Le restaurant est bien situé, la terrasse est sympa. Le service est génial. Bon restaurant pour le petit déjeuner entre famille

  • 5/5 محضوض قيمز 2. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) They are crazy and their food is amazing. Everything is sweet, even the Kofi is their money (Original) يجنننننن واكلهم روعه كل شي حلوووو حتى الكوفي مالهم وااااو

  • 2/5 ahmed a. 3 years ago on Google
    Have have healthy food and quiet

  • 5/5 S.alhammadi 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful but expensive (Original) روعه بس غالي

  • 5/5 JABER A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice, upscale restaurant with a great location. Slightly expensive, strange but delicious food (Original) مطعم جميل راقي موقعه مميز ،. سعره غالي قليلا اكله غريب لكن لذيذ

  • 3/5 Mohammed A. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was good 👍but the service wasn't quite good

  • 1/5 Marta S. 3 years ago on Google
    It's winter I understand, the season when the flies are active, but there were 3 flies around my table INSIDE the restaurant. They don't deal with it. And only when I lost my patience, the staff brought some tool to get the flies away (not helpful though). The dumpings were not cooked 100%, they had crusty edges. The sofa seat was full of crumbles, sadly I have only noticed when I was leaving, otherwise would never had lunch there. Not the cleanest place. Also they don't validate the parking ticket and the bathroom sinks were a mess.

  • 4/5 Majed Al D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) very good (Original) جيد جدا

  • 5/5 Bakhit Al M. 3 years ago on Google
    You will not be able to stop eating until you finish your plate, I think, you understand the meaning of this words, and the restaurant deserves 5/5 of the food and service

  • 5/5 Mia H. 3 years ago on Google
    Totally delicious, healthy and nutricious food. Lots of interesting menu options but I could never not order their barley soup! like nothing I have tried before and so tasty! Beautiful chilled interior and professional friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Mommin al r. 3 years ago on Google
    The best afghani is fusion resturant , they have the best burgers and the entire experience is amazing , I have been coming for the last 4 years and never was let down with the Qulity of the food and the consistency 😍 , a must try !

  • 5/5 Dawn F. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was very nice I had a chicken sandwich and service is great (sorry I never got his name) and the place is just lovely for a catch up

  • 2/5 Justin S. 3 years ago on Google
    My experience was poor but it looks like a nice place. From my experience 1) ordered a burger medium came out between Raw and Medium Rare. 2) it took over 30 minutes to have food delivered after order. - claimed it took 20 minutes to cook a chicken breast after I had to go find the manager. 3) they do not validate parking. 4) service was poor and slow. The only upside was that the Mantoo Dumplings were fantastic and authentic Afghani.

  • 4/5 Sami A. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to have Afghani dishes with a modern style. They have the best salad 🥗 Nolu’s Salad.. and the kabobs are delicious.

  • 5/5 Ahmed A. 3 years ago on Google
    The food was so nice and warm in this cold weather there is Siting area out doors we ordered their Nolu’s burger and kubali rice with lam service is 10/10 staff is welcoming also the price was reasonable am happy with the meal and the outside sitting area

  • 5/5 Ahmed A. 3 years ago on Google
    nice place and food

  • 2/5 ISMAEEL A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The service is sooooo bad The order link after 40 minutes (Original) الخدمة جداااا سيئة وصلة الطلبية بعد ٤٠ دقيقة

  • 5/5 Salem Ali f. 3 years ago on Google
    Very comfortable and amazing service 😊

  • 1/5 NADA h. 3 years ago on Google
    Found a hair in the food When I informed the waiter her excuse is that there is no lady inside the kitchen although the hair was not long. Haven't even got a apology

  • 5/5 Zoya C. 3 years ago on Google
    Always love the food and service at Nolu!

  • 1/5 BoSaif U. 3 years ago on Google
    Worst place ever very bad service , to place your order you need to wait half an hour then they will tell you we don't serve this know

  • 5/5 Fatima H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Peace, mercy and blessings of God be upon you. Since the restaurant’s opening years ago, I have always had lunch, but for a long time I have not attended the restaurant the same wonderful and distinctive taste, and the price is suitable for my favorite meal, the famous salad. The staff are helpful, I hope they are a little kind, thank them. (Original) السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته، انا منذ افتتاح المطعم من سنوات كنت اتناول وجبه الغداء دائما ،ولكني لم احضر للمطعم فتره طويله نفس الطعم الرائع والمميز ،والسعر مناسب وجبتي المفضله السلطه الشهيره ،وابنائي يفضلون كباب افغاني مع الرز ،وايضا كيكه الجزر وكيكه الموز الخفيفه جيده ،الموظفين خدومين اتمنا ان يكونوا الطفا قليلا ،شكرا لهم .

  • 5/5 Shaima T. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing food

  • 5/5 Roger H. 3 years ago on Google
    Even though it's National Day, and it is busy, the staff are attentive and friendly. The food is always good. Great ambience!

  • 5/5 Reece Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food

  • 5/5 R M. 3 years ago on Google
    Always great. No matter the time.

  • 4/5 Fatima A. 3 years ago on Google
    I love the food and place

  • 2/5 Sarah A. 3 years ago on Google
    After a memorable lunch at their Khalifa branch, we decided to dine at the weekend in their Raha branch. A beautiful location for a family lunch. Unfortunately, they messed up our order, and the food was disappointing. The chicken kebob was dry and the rice too salty and greasy, the shrimp pasta was average and the barley soup tasted totally different than the first time we ordered it. Evething we tried seemed processed or reheated (on the contrary of our experience in their Khalifa branch). On another hand the cheesecake was outstanding!

  • 1/5 Fabio S. 3 years ago on Google
    Once more i have been disappointed. Wait 1h (notability I’m a resident in al Bandar) for a cold burger and poor fries....65AED! Never ever again and luckily there are more options around al Bandar.

  • 5/5 Nahyan 3 years ago on Google
    One of the best restaurants in Abu Dhabi 👌🏼

  • 5/5 Haris M. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely place for the relaxing dining... Just awesome...

  • 5/5 Taghreed T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ni e restaurant (Original) Ni e restaurant


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible lift
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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