Eid Sweets in Dubai

Looking for the best Eid sweets in Dubai? Whether it's Eid Al Fitr or Eid Al Adha, Dubai is home to some of the finest Arabic sweet shops, bakeries, and dessert makers in the region. From traditional knafeh and baklava to maamoul, harissa, and Omani halwa, here are some of the most worthwhile spots across Dubai.

If you've survived an Arab Eid gathering, then you already know: refusing sweets is not an option, it's just quietly ignored. Somewhere between your second round of knafeh and your aunt insisting you're "looking too thin"... you realize the only way out is through... another bite.

So in prep for Eid Al Fitr this weekend, I did what any sweet-seeker would do: I wandered, I taste-tested (you're welcome), and noted several spots in Dubai that'll make your glucose levels spike and your soul do a little dabke. Bring stretchy pants. Maybe backup stretchy pants. Let's go.

If one of your favorites hasn't made the list, DM me on Instagram so I can go check it out. Culinary research is my favorite kind of research.

1. Nabeel Nafisah

Location: Al Barsha 1 | nabeelnafisah.com | IG: @nabeel.nafisah.uae

Straight outta Damascus, Nabeel Nafisah is a Syrian institution that's been perfecting the art of sweet persuasion since before you could spell "pistachio." This spot is a shrine to Shamiah sweets, a category of Levantine treats that juggle filo, kishta cream, semolina, cheese, and pistachios in every glorious combination. Their warbat with cream and stuffed ghraybeh are celebrating Eid on their own. And if you're into the crunchy stuff, head to the nawashef section. Their barazek, a Damascene classic made with sesame, rose water, and pistachio, are divine and impossible to eat quietly.

2. Al Samadi Sweets

Location: Al Muraqqabat St, Deira | alsamadisweets.ae | IG: @alsamadisweets

A staple in Dubai since the 1970s, Al Samadi is where textures, syrup ratios, and tradition all come together like they actually read the manual. The baklava is textbook: layers of crisp filo, finely chopped nuts, and just enough sugar syrup to glue your fingers together (in the best way). And the sfoof? Earthy, bright yellow, a turmeric semolina cake that's humble in looks but bold in flavor.

3. Ree7an

Location: Al A'amal St, Business Bay | IG: @ree7ankitchen

You might know Ree7an for its knockout Palestinian mains but let's talk about their ka'ak asawer, traditional bracelet-shaped cookies stuffed with dates, brushed with olive oil, and coated in sesame and nigella seeds. They're chewy, earthy, lightly sweet, and basically impossible to eat without closing your eyes in joy. Worth noting: not everything makes it onto the delivery platforms. She's making maamoul by the kilo, date, pistachio, and walnut, and for the date ones you can choose between mould-pressed or hand-shaped. Contact them directly to order.

4. Omar Odali

Location: Square Gardens, Nad Al Sheba (other branches around Dubai) | IG: @omar.odali

What started as a one-item operation has quietly expanded. Omar Odali built its reputation on knafeh, perfectly gooey, crispy-edged, made fresh, and still the main event. But now there's ice cream too, and the mastika flavor is heavenly. During Ramadan, their Nad Al Sheba branch has also been serving atayef, and if we're lucky, they'll keep those going through Eid. Only one way to find out: make the trip. Pair it all with tea and miramiya (sage). No online orders, no delivery. Just show up, sit down, and see what's on.

5. Qedreh w Mansaf

Location: Order online only | qedrehwmansaf.com | IG: @qedreh_w_mansaf

This one's personal. Qedreh w Mansaf is one of my absolute favorites for all things savory: their mansaf is rich, tangy, and cooked the way your Palestinian teta would approve of, the msakhan is perfectly caramelized with sumac-drenched onions, and honestly, everything on the mains menu turns to gold. And they also do desserts! Their hareeset joz hend is dense, sweet, and dangerously good, and their date cake is rich and just the right amount of indulgent. You can order individual portions through their delivery platforms, but here's the insider move: all of their desserts can be made in full tray portions, perfect for Eid gatherings. Just place your order at least a day in advance, don't leave it last minute. Show up with that tray and suddenly you're everyone's favorite relative.

6. Qwaider Al Nabulsi

Location: Al Muraqqabat Road, Deira | qwaideralnabulsi.com | IG: @qwaidernabulsi

If you've lived in Dubai long enough to remember anything pre-Burj Khalifa, you've probably been to Qwaider Al Nabulsi. This OG Muraqqabat gem is as old-school as it gets: no frills, no fusion, just solid sweets done right. The must-order? Knafeh naameh with that signature fine golden crust, gooey cheese, and just the right drizzle of syrup.

7. Al Mukhtar Bakery

Location: Hessa Street, Al Barsha 3 | IG: @almukhtarbakery

Since 1981, Al Mukhtar has been feeding the Levantine carb-loving masses. What started as a humble Lebanese bakery in Sharjah now has a Dubai outpost on Hessa Street. From handcrafted breads to stuffed pastries and Arabic sweets, there's nothing on the menu that disappoints. Go early, because once they sell out (and they will), it's survival of the fittest.

8. Halwa

Location: Al Souq Al Kabeer, near Mazmi (Old Souk branch), by the water | Contact: 052 232 2332

This isn't just a shop; it's a sweet comeback story. After the beloved Mubarak Bin Abdullah Sweets quietly shut its doors in 2023, it's now back as Halwa, once again serving the UAE's favorite festive indulgence: Omani Halwa. Made with sugar, saffron, ghee, rosewater, this rich, sticky treat is slow-cooked and celebratory. Look for Mr. Mohamed behind the counter, still stirring up nostalgia by the ladleful.

9. Feras Sweets

Location: Al Barsha 1 | ferassweets.ae | IG: @ferassweets

This branch delivers on all fronts. The knafeh naameh is warm, gooey, and syrupy in all the right ways: crispy edges, stretchy cheese, and zero regrets. And if you're in the mood for something cold, their Arabic ice cream hits the spot: pistachio-packed, satisfyingly stretchy, and absolutely worth clearing freezer space for.

10. Mama'esh

Location: Al Manara (other branches across Dubai) | IG: @mamaeshme

Mama'esh might be known for their manakeesh, but their sweets deserve a spot at the Eid table too. Their Umm Hussam ka'ek is classic Palestinian, stuffed with date paste and sold by the dozen. The oven-baked um ali is their own special mix of biscuits, raisin, fresh milk, and cream. And the mohallabeyeh with kunafa? Topped with roasted kunafa dough and pistachio, it's the kind of thing you order "just to try" and then order again. These are individual portions, so grab a few of each and you've got yourself an Eid party. They also do Eid bread, sweet and brushed with Palestinian olive oil.

11. Afrina Sweets

Location: Umm Suqeim 2 Street, Al Barsha | afrinasweets.com | IG: @afrinasweets

Afrina is where the sweets list takes a detour. Their faloodeh with saffron ice cream is a Persian classic done right: delicate starch noodles frozen in a saffron rose syrup that's floral and tangy. The bastani sonati also impeccably delivers: a traditional Persian ice cream loaded with saffron and pistachio that's creamy and fragrant. They also do rahash, a tahini-based halwa that's dense, nutty, and lightly sweet, the kind of thing you buy "for the table" and finish before anyone else gets to it.

12. Three by Eva

Location: Al Wasl Road 23B, Jumeirah 2 | threebyeva.com | IG: @threebyeva

Founded by Eva Halasa, a proud Jordanian with a modern take on hospitality. Her maamoul collection is a thing of beauty: multiple styles, fillings, textures, all handmade and impossibly elegant. You'll also find Eid bread, baked fresh with love. Whether you're gifting, hosting, or just treating yourself, this is the place for sweets that honor tradition while feeling fresh.

13. Teta's Table

Location: Order online (Note: temporarily closed at the time of writing) | tetastable.com | IG: @tetastable

Teta's Table started with one real teta in the kitchen and grew into a brand that honors every grandmother's greatest legacy: her table. Their maamoul and ka'ak are made the old-school way, fragrant, delicate, and impossible to stop at just one. And for something unexpected, there's the macamoul, a brilliant mashup of macaron and maamoul that works way too well. Everything they make is gift-worthy and dangerously easy to finish in one sitting.

Quick Guide: Eid Sweets in Dubai, UAE

Where can I buy Eid sweets in Dubai? Dubai has dozens of Arabic sweet shops across the city. Some of the best include Nabeel Nafisah and Feras Sweets in Al Barsha, Al Samadi Sweets and Qwaider Al Nabulsi in Deira, and Halwa in Al Souq Al Kabeer, Bur Dubai. For delivery, Qedreh w Mansaf and Teta's Table both ship across Dubai and the UAE.

What are the most popular Eid sweets in the UAE? The classics include knafeh (nabulsi-style with cheese), baklava, maamoul (date or pistachio-filled cookies), ka'ak, warbat, and harissa (semolina cake). Omani halwa is also a staple during Eid celebrations in the UAE. For something different, Persian faloodeh and bastani sonati (saffron pistachio ice cream) are worth trying.

Can I order Eid sweets for delivery in Dubai? Yes. Many shops on this list deliver across Dubai and the UAE through platforms like Talabat, Deliveroo, and their own websites. Qedreh w Mansaf and Teta's Table are delivery-only. Most bakeries also offer full tray portions for Eid gatherings if ordered in advance.

Eid Mubarak, and happy eating!