A decadent dessert made of thin noodle-like pastry soaked in sweet syrup and layered with melted cheese.
5 top-rated spots found
Feras Aldiyafa Sweets
Kunafa Nabulsi (Na'ama & Kheshna)
Palestinian / Levantine
· $
· Al Barsha
★★★★½ 4.6
8,500 reviews
Local LegendClassicBudget-Friendly
9.7
Flavor
9.4
Value
6.5
Vibe
Widely considered the 'Gold Standard' by Dubai locals since 1984. It avoids the gimmicks of modern cafes, focusing entirely on the quality of the Akkawi cheese and the perfect saturation of the 'attar' (syrup).
📍 Sheikh Zayed Road, Opposite Al Salik Gate, Al Barsha 1, Dubai · View on Maps
Nablus
Traditional Palestinian Kanafeh
Palestinian
· $$
· Al Seef
★★★★½ 4.4
1,200 reviews
Hidden GemInstagrammableAuthentic
9.3
Flavor
7.8
Value
9.5
Vibe
Located in the heritage district of Al Seef, this spot uses traditional copper plates and coal-firing techniques. The ambiance transports you to the old streets of Nablus, Palestine.
A heritage brand dating back to 1872 in Lebanon. Their Dubai branch is famous for maintaining a strict balance of sweetness, ensuring the cheese flavor isn't overpowered by sugar.
📍 Al Muraqqabat Street, Deira, Dubai · View on Maps
Bosporus Turkish Cuisine
Turkish Künefe with Maras Ice Cream
Turkish
· $$$
· Jumeirah
★★★★½ 4.5
5,400 reviews
InstagrammablePremiumLate Night
8.9
Flavor
6.8
Value
9.4
Vibe
The ultimate destination for Turkish-style Künefe. The vibe is high-energy and upscale, making it a staple for tourists and social media influencers.
Specializes in the Hatay region's style of Künefe, which is known for its extra-crispy exterior and the use of specific unsalted melting cheeses imported from Turkey.
📍 Jumeirah Road, Near Burj Al Arab, Umm Suqeim, Dubai · View on Maps