Dubai may be a city of luxury, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t know how to be humble either. A massive misconception most people who don’t live here think about Dubai is that you can’t do or get things you love for an affordable price. Well, to that, I shake my head disapprovingly. So, to prove all those people wrong, I bring you a list of the best things you can get in Dubai for under AED 5. You can indulge in a soul-filling and tummy-filly meal for under AED 5, and the trick is to just look in the right places. Enough chatter now. Let’s get into this action-packed list.
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Things To Eat In Dubai Under AED 5
1. Caesars Confectionery
If you’ve grown up in the UAE, you’re likely no stranger to the delights of Caesars Confectionery. They offer an amazing range of baked good such as – mini pizzas, chicken tikka rolls, cheese buns, spinach fatayers and so much more. And you can individually buy all these delicious snacks for less than AED 5 each. I think that’s a steal.
2. Disco Sandwich – Palace Restaurant
In the heart of Meena Bazaar, you’ll find Palace Restaurant, a true veteran in the cafeteria scene. Their claim to fame? The unique and flavourful Disco Sandwich. This grilled sensation is stuffed with a freshly-made omelet, juicy tomatoes, and crisp salad. And the price? A mere AED 4. That’s a deal that’s hard to beat.
3. Cheese Olive Manakeesh – Al Sultan Bakery
Craving a simple yet satisfying Arabic snack? Look no further than Al Sultan Bakery’s Cheese Manakeesh. It all starts with freshly baked dough bread, generously topped with cheese and a pinch of salt. There are various flavours to choose from, like Zaatar, Basic Cheese, Cheese & Olive, or Cheese & Meat. The result? A cheesy, gooey delight that’ll set you back just AED 5.
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4. Cream Rolls – Habib Bakery
For over three decades, Habib Bakery has been serving up some of the most mouthwatering treats in Hor Al Hanz. Among their must-tries are the delectable Cream Rolls. These iconic pastries are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and your wallet for just less than AED 5.
5. Mixed Veggies Falafel Sandwich – Filafil Al Rabiah
Their Mixed Veggies Falafel Sandwich is a flavor explosion, drenched in tahina sauce, accompanied by french fries, veggies, and sometimes even chips. And guess what? All this goodness comes at an unbeatable price of just AED 5. It’s the ultimate budget-friendly snack for a quick, tasty meal fix.
6. Vada Pav – Vaibhav Vegetarian Restaurant
Ever heard of Vada Pav? It’s essentially deep-fried potato patties sandwiched between burger buns, but what sets it apart are the incredible chutneys that accompany it. Vaibhav is the place to be for this spicy, filling delight, and it won’t burn a hole in your pocket, priced at just AED 4.
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7. A Cup Of Karak Chai
Some things are priceless, but in Dubai, you can enjoy a cup of Karak for just AED 1. And you can find amazing chai at this even more amazing price in any number of cafeterias around Dubai. You definitely don’t have to look far and wide for this one.
8. Timibit at Tim Hortons
It may be a small snack, but the Timibit at Tim Hortons is worth every bit of its AED 1 price tag. They’re small but mighty and essentially just mini bite-size doughnuts, and who wouldn’t love a bite-size doughnut that just cost practically nothing?
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9. An Ice Cream at McDonald’s
Even if you’ve had ice cream from all over the world, there’s something special about a soft-serve cone from McDonald’s. And all it will cost you is a staggering AED 2. Go ahead and buy yourself 2 because the best part is it’ll still cost you less than AED 5.
10. Oman Chips
This one specially for the Dubai kids out there that practically grew up on this snack. These flavour chips that come in small packages definitely pack massive flavour (see what I mean about not underestimating things that are small). And If you haven’t had the pleasure of trying out this tasty snack then you may have to take out a loan from the bank because it’ll cost you a whopping AED 1! I know that’s an insane price. Just like everything else on this list make sure you have plenty of change in your wallet because when you have one you simply won’t want to stop.
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