Dubai may be known for its late-night shawarma runs, but when the craving is for something hot, cheesy, and straight from the oven, manakeesh is hard to beat. From traditional Lebanese bakeries serving fresh flatbreads well into the early hours to modern Arabic restaurants where manakeesh share the menu with shawarma, falafel, and sweet pastries, there are plenty of places to satisfy a midnight hunger.
Some of these spots are open around the clock, while others stay open until 2 am, 3 am, or even 4 am. So, here are some of the best places to consider for a late-night manakeesh run in Dubai.
1. Mazaq Al Reef Bakery
For a straightforward, old-school manakeesh stop, Mazaq Al Reef Bakery is difficult to overlook. Tucked away on Al Wasl Road behind Union Coop and close to Safa Park, the Lebanese bakery has become a handy destination for fresh bread and pastries at practically any hour.
The menu is particularly suited to a late-night craving. The Akkawi cheese manakeesh is one of the standout orders, with the salty cheese melting into freshly baked dough. Zaatar and zaatar-with-cheese versions are also good choices if you want something more aromatic. The bakery also serves pastries and its much-loved coconut cakes.
What makes the place especially convenient after midnight is its no-fuss setup. There is limited indoor seating, but the location works well for quick takeaway and roadside orders. You can pull up, place your order and have your food brought out while it is still hot.
- Location: Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 3, near Safa Park and behind Union Co-operative Society
- Timings: Open 24 hours daily.
- Price: Around AED 1–50 for two; takeaway and delivery options are available
What to order: Akkawi cheese manakeesh, zaatar with cheese and coconut cake.
2. Allo Beirut
If you want your late-night manakeesh with a little more energy, Allo Beirut on Hessa Street is a strong option. The Lebanese street-food restaurant is designed around the atmosphere of old Beirut, with a lively setting and a menu that covers much more than manakeesh.
Its mana’ish selection includes cheese, zaatar and meat-based options, making it easy to turn a simple late-night snack into a full meal. The four-cheese manoushe is particularly indulgent, combining cheddar, mozzarella, kashkaval and Akkawi.
There is plenty more to order if your group wants variety, from shawarma and shish tawouk to fatteh, grills and fresh juices. The restaurant’s Hessa Street branch is also positioned conveniently for people driving through Al Barsha and nearby neighbourhoods.
One timing detail is worth checking before you leave. Although some third-party listings still describe the branch as operating 24 hours, Allo Beirut’s current official location page lists the Hessa Street branch as open until 1:30 am on Monday and until 3:30 am from Tuesday to Sunday, with delivery available until 4 am.
- Location: Hessa Street, Al Barsha, near Saudi German Hospital
- Timings: Monday 9 am–1:30 am; Tuesday to Sunday 9 am–3:30 am; delivery until 4 am, according to the current location listing
- Price: Around AED 105 for two
What to order: Four-cheese manoushe, lahm b ajine with cheese, shish tawouk and fatteh.
3. Man’oushe Street
Man’oushe Street brings the traditional Lebanese flatbread into a more contemporary Downtown setting. Located in Burj Views Towers, the casual restaurant is particularly useful when you want something affordable without leaving the central Dubai area.
The menu goes well beyond the classic combination of zaatar and cheese. You can choose from Akkawi cheese manakeesh, zaatar variations, lahm b ajine, kaak and a selection of wraps. There are also sweeter options, including kunafa, for anyone who wants to finish the meal on a sugary note.
The Downtown location is another reason to keep it in mind for late-night food. It is open around the clock, and the setting gives you the option of eating in rather than simply grabbing food from a bakery counter. The outdoor seating is particularly appealing when the weather is comfortable.
- Location: Burj Views Towers, Dubai Fountain Street, Downtown Dubai
- Timings: Open 24 hours daily
- Price: Around AED 1–50 for two
What to order: Akkawi cheese manakeesh, zaatar manousheh and kunafa.
4. Al Mallah
Al Mallah has been part of Dubai’s Lebanese food landscape since 1979, and its Satwa location remains one of the city’s most recognisable casual food stops. The bright green neon, outdoor tables and roadside setting give it a distinctly old-Dubai character.
Manakeesh are among the straightforward choices here, with cheese, zaatar and cheese-and-garlic versions available. The latter is particularly suited to anyone looking for a richer midnight bite. You can also pair the flatbread with one of the restaurant’s famous shawarmas, falafel or fresh juices.
It is worth noting that Al Mallah’s current official website lists its opening hours as 7 am–2 am from Saturday to Thursday and 9 am–2 am on Friday. That makes it a good option for an evening or early-morning craving, but not for a 3 am visit.
- Location: 2nd December Street, Al Hudaiba/Satwa area, Dubai
- Timings: Saturday–Thursday 7 am–2 am; Friday 9 am–2 am
- Price: Around AED 60 for two
What to order: Cheese garlic manakeesh, cheese manakeesh, zaatar manakeesh and the signature fresh juice.
5. Zaatar W Zeit
For a cleaner, more modern take on the traditional manousheh, Zaatar W Zeit on Sheikh Zayed Road offers a comfortable alternative. The branch at Al Meraikhi Towers is particularly convenient for anyone travelling along the main highway or looking for a late-night stop around Trade Centre and DIFC.
The restaurant is known for soft, freshly baked dough and a menu that includes classic manakeesh alongside rolled wraps and other Lebanese favourites. Its Wild Zaatar is a popular choice if you want something more distinctive than a basic zaatar flatbread, while cheese and zaatar combinations offer an easy late-night comfort order.
The branch also suits diners who prefer a sit-down restaurant rather than a roadside bakery. There are lighter dough choices and a broad menu, so it is possible to put together a meal without making the entire night about one very heavy flatbread.
- Location: Ground Floor, Al Meraikhi Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre 1
- Timings: Listed as open 24 hours daily
- Price: Around AED 50–100 for two
What to order: Wild Zaatar, zaatar and cheese manakeesh, and the Famous Chicken wrap.
6. Operation: Falafel
Operation: Falafel is better known for Arabic street-food favourites such as falafel and shawarma, but its Downtown location is also useful when a flatbread is what you are after. The restaurant puts traditional Middle Eastern flavours into a modern, casual setting and stays open throughout the night.
Its menu is broad enough to work for groups with different cravings. Alongside baked items and flatbreads, there are stuffed falafel, shawarma, hummus and sharing dishes. A beef-and-cheese manoushe makes sense when you want something more substantial than a simple zaatar order.
The Downtown location also has an advantage for late-night diners who want a view. Outdoor seating puts you close to the illuminated skyscrapers around Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, giving an otherwise simple midnight meal a distinctly Dubai setting.
- Location: Ground Floor, Boulevard Central, Tower 1, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai
- Timings: Open 24 hours daily
- Price: Around AED 90 for two
What to order: Beef and cheese manoushe, stuffed falafel, shawarma and hummus with shawarma.
7. Zaroob
Zaroob is the place to choose when the late-night meal is as much about the atmosphere as the food. The Sheikh Zayed Road branch has a colourful, energetic look inspired by Levantine street markets, with open cooking stations and a menu that spans several Middle Eastern favourites.
Classic cheese and zaatar manousheh are available, but the restaurant is also worth visiting for its Egyptian-style fateer. The flaky pastry comes in both savoury and sweet combinations, with cheese and honey making an especially satisfying late-night option. Nutella versions are there for anyone whose midnight cravings lean towards dessert.
The restaurant’s variety makes it particularly useful for groups. One person can order manousheh while another goes for shawarma, hummus, falafel or a fresh juice. The Sheikh Zayed Road branch is confirmed by Zaroob itself as a 24/7 location.
- Location: Jumeirah Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre 1
- Timings: Open 24 hours daily
- Price: Around AED 60–100 for two
What to order: Cheese and zaatar manousheh, cheese-and-honey fateer, Nutella fateer and garlic chicken shawarma.
8. Al Mukhtar Bakery
Al Mukhtar Bakery is another useful address for people who want freshly baked manakeesh late into the night without paying a premium. The bakery has roots going back to 1981, and its Hessa Street branch in Al Barsha operates until the early hours.
The Akkawi cheese manousheh is a natural starting point, particularly if you like a generous layer of salty, melted cheese. The bakery also offers a wide selection of stuffed pastries and Egyptian-style fateer, including savoury combinations with meat and chicken.
One of its practical advantages is parking. Unlike some popular late-night food stops where finding a space can be frustrating, the Hessa Street branch has dedicated parking in front of the bakery. The open-kitchen layout also lets you see the baking process while your order is being prepared.
- Location: 61 Hessa Street, Al Barsha 3, Dubai
- Timings: 6 am–4 am daily
- Price: Around AED 1–50 for two
What to order: Akkawi cheese manakeesh, chicken musakhan fateer and knefe bil kaak.
Which late-night manakeesh spot should you choose?
The best choice depends on what kind of late-night food stop you have in mind. For a quick, inexpensive bakery run, Mazaq Al Reef Bakery is a strong pick. If you want a lively Lebanese meal with more than just manakeesh, Allo Beirut and Zaroob offer broader menus.
For Downtown, Man’oushe Street and Operation: Falafel are convenient 24-hour options. Zaatar W Zeit is a good fit for a more contemporary setting along Sheikh Zayed Road, while Al Mukhtar Bakery works particularly well when you want traditional baking and easier parking.
One thing to keep in mind is that opening hours can change, especially around public holidays or during Ramadan. If you are making a special trip after 2 am, it is worth checking the branch’s latest timings before setting off.
FAQs
What is manakeesh?
Manakeesh, also spelt manousheh or mana’ish, is a Levantine flatbread traditionally topped with ingredients such as zaatar, cheese or minced meat. It can be eaten as a breakfast, snack or light meal.
Where can I get manakeesh at 2 am in Dubai?
Several places on this list cater to very late-night diners. Mazaq Al Reef Bakery, Man’oushe Street, Zaatar W Zeit, Operation: Falafel and Zaroob are currently listed as 24-hour options. Al Mukhtar Bakery stays open until 4 am, while Allo Beirut’s Hessa Street branch runs until 3:30 am on most days.
Which place is best for cheap manakeesh?
Mazaq Al Reef Bakery and Al Mukhtar Bakery are among the most budget-friendly choices, with both listed in the AED 1–50 price category for two. Man’oushe Street is another affordable option in Downtown.
Are any of these places open 24 hours?
Yes. Mazaq Al Reef Bakery, Man’oushe Street, Zaatar W Zeit’s Sheikh Zayed Road branch, Operation: Falafel Downtown and Zaroob Sheikh Zayed Road are currently listed as operating 24 hours.
Where can I eat manakeesh outdoors late at night?
Operation: Falafel in Downtown and Al Mallah in Satwa are particularly suited to outdoor dining. Man’oushe Street also has outdoor seating at its Burj Views location.
Which late-night spot is best for a cheese manakeesh?
For a classic cheese-heavy option, try the Akkawi manakeesh at Mazaq Al Reef Bakery or Al Mukhtar Bakery. If you want a more indulgent version, Allo Beirut’s four-cheese manoushe combines several cheeses in one flatbread.
Can I order manakeesh for delivery late at night?
Many of these restaurants offer takeaway and delivery, although delivery hours can differ from dine-in hours. Allo Beirut’s Hessa Street branch, for example, currently lists delivery until 4 am.
