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Daddy's Smoke House BBQ & Grill

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Daddy's Smoke House BBQ & Grill

Family-run smokehouse and grill in Dubai, run by owner Mostafa, a trained pitmaster, with a menu centred on smoked meats. Brisket leads the menu, and rubs, sides and desserts are made in-house.

Highlights

  • Smoked brisket
  • Smoked chicken and ribs
  • Homemade banana pudding

Good to know

  • Street parking is scarce and often a walk
  • Sauces are charged extra on the bill
  • Pastrami and some items sometimes unavailable

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