A unique sweet and savory breakfast dish of saffron vermicelli topped with a thin omelet.
4 top-rated spots found
Al Fanar Restaurant & Cafe
Traditional Balaleet
Emirati
· $$
· Yas Island
★★★★½ 4.4
2,850 reviews
Local LegendClassicTourist Favorite
9.4
Flavor
8.5
Value
9.7
Vibe
Al Fanar offers a museum-like atmosphere that transports diners to the 1960s UAE. Their Balaleet is praised for its perfect texture—neither too dry nor too mushy—and a masterfully balanced sweet-to-savory ratio.
📍 Yas Mall, Ground Floor, Abu Dhabi, AE · View on Maps
Yadoo's Teta
Balaleet
Emirati
· $$
· Al Mushrif
★★★★☆ 4.3
1,420 reviews
Hidden GemAuthenticLocal Legend
9.6
Flavor
9.2
Value
8.9
Vibe
The name translates to 'Grandmother's Grandmother,' and the food lives up to it. Reviewers consistently highlight the 'home-cooked' soul of the dish, noting it tastes less commercial and more like a family recipe.
📍 Al Muroor Street, Behind Embassies Area, Abu Dhabi, AE · View on Maps
Meylas
Meylas Balaleet
Emirati
· $$
· Al Muneera
★★★★☆ 4.2
680 reviews
InstagrammableModern EmiratiClassic
9.1
Flavor
8
Value
9.4
Vibe
Meylas focuses on high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. The presentation is elevated, and the location at Al Raha Beach provides a serene backdrop that complements the delicate flavors of the vermicelli.
Milas is known for its interactive iPad menus and chic, modern interior. Their Balaleet is a sophisticated take on the classic, appealing to those who want traditional flavors in a high-end setting.
📍 Souk Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, AE · View on Maps