Ali Baba Restaurant in Al Juwais, Ras Al Khaimah

Inside Ali Baba Restaurant

Ali Baba Restaurant has been part of Ras Al Khaimah's dining fabric for more than four decades, standing out primarily for its grilled meats and Syrian-inspired kebabs. Nestled in Al Juwais, it caters to a diverse crowd—from long-time locals and expats to members of the royal family—who appreciate the straightforward appeal of its flavors.

The atmosphere at Ali Baba is unpretentious and carries a sense of nostalgia. The interior embraces an older style that might remind visitors of Ras Al Khaimah’s dining scene from years past, making it more about the food and less about upscale decor. This setting suits those who seek a familiar, no-frills place where the focus is firmly on the food rather than the ambiance.

The menu spotlights a range of grilled specialties and traditional Syrian dishes. The mixed grill selections often come highly praised for their tenderness and juiciness, with items like lamb tikka and mutton seekh kebabs standing out for those in search of well-cooked meats. Generous servings of classics like hummus and fattoush also accompany meals, reinforcing the authentic Levantine experience.

Ali Baba tends to attract families, meat lovers, and anyone who values consistent flavors rooted in tradition. It's a place suited for casual dinners rather than special occasions, where the queues during peak times are a sign of its enduring local appeal. However, the restaurant currently operates on a cash-only basis, which may require some planning for modern diners used to card payments.

For visitors, evenings often provide the best experience, allowing for a relaxed meal after the day’s heat subsides. Despite some past concerns about hygiene and a quieter dining room compared to its bustling history, regulars report that the taste and portions remain reliable. Those with an affinity for Ras Al Khaimah’s culinary heritage will find Ali Baba worth a visit for its familiar and hearty Syrian-style grilled fare.

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What they serve

Late-night food

Quick bite

Small plates

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Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible seating

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Free of charge street parking

Free parking lot

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Monday

10:00 AM - 02:00 AM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 02:00 AM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 02:00 AM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 02:00 AM

Friday

10:00 AM - 02:00 AM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 02:00 AM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 02:00 AM

What Locals & Travelers Say

833 Reviews

Nabeel Akram

24 Dec 2025

Ali Baba restuatant is very old resturant in Ras al Khaimmah, UAE. Serving Mix grills and Kebabs by last 4 decades in RAK city. This placed loved from Royal family to Locals and expats in RAK area. The tenderness and Juiciness of the meat is not explainable. A must try meat lover in place in RAK city. Generous Amount of Hummus, usually they serve Hummus and Moutabal. We went late closing time unfortunately Moutabal got finished. Price wise very affordable. They only charging 20 AED for plate. You can choose Meat or Chicken or Mix together

kunwer_007 khan

08 Dec 2025

You will get Syrian cuisine here. Must try mutton seekh kebab. Kebab are so soft and juicy.

Mohamed Aslam

03 Dec 2025

I have been a customer of this restaurant since I was very young. My dad used to take me here as a treat for my achievements. It was well-known throughout Ras Al Khaimah. The food used to be great, perhaps the best, and there were always long queues just to get a seat. Now, the place looks very deserted. When we tried it about a year ago, the quality and hygiene were lacking. I visited again in May 2024 and am happy to report that the taste has improved, but the hygiene is still poor. I hope they improve their hygiene standards and make a glorious comeback.

Meer Waheeth

16 Nov 2025

Always good, it is one of very old restaurant in RAK. The ambience is very old, but nice because it remembers us the olden memories. Past 13 years I am going there same taste and ambience. We have so many hotels for BBQ , but this restaurant taste is fantastic. Only thing is they don't have card payment, if they add card payment they will attract more people.

Adnan Siddiqui

04 Nov 2025

As always Ali Baba rocks ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ If you compare quality of food with price its a beat choice We order 1Kg mix grill extra kabab plate We all family members enjoyed the food I recommend to all visit once and have taste the yummy food

Fats D

29 Oct 2025

This is a hidden gem in RAK, with great food! We tried their mix kebab plate, hummus & bread. Food was authentic, fresh and good flavour. I loved their mutton kebabs. They had complimentary soup as well. Will definitely visit again. Highly recommend!

Ali Baba Restaurant

Inside Ali Baba Restaurant

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What Locals & Travelers Say

833 Reviews

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