Overall Rating
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7.5 / 10
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Al Ijaza cafeteria is a small cafeteria located on Jumeriah road, but the size does not put a hindrance in the quality and market presence they hold. They have been in the same location for years now and it is a viable take away choice for many. The que and wait might be a bit frustrating, but it is totally worth it. The matured cafeteria has also made its debut in movies. The appearance was in an Emirati movie named ‘City of Gold’ and had significant screen time in the movie.
I was infact shocked to see on the bag that the cafeteria holds 26 years of market presence. Unlike other cafeteria and restaurants, the taste and service has been consistent with no decline. Ever since my childhood Ijaza has been a choice when it comes to juices and quick bites. This fondness was flowed into me from childhood from my brothers. They are one of the most loyal customers I have seen. The diner on Jumeriah Road offers both indoor and outdoor seating, but the ambiance and fit might not be the best. But it is a good pick for takeaways. Is it heavy to the pocket? I think the answer is quite definite. Ijaza also comes under the pocket friendly high taste food zone #PocketFriendly I have never altered my order for the past 2 years. My favorites from Ijaza are the Shish Tawook Mathar (AED 6) and the juice Abood (small AED 7). The Shish Tawook Mathar is a sandwich prepared from tender and juicy minced chicken. The creamy Mathar fill is the use of cheese, mayo and tobassco. The sandwich when toasted leaves the cheese semi melted and gives the sandwich and creamy and juicy texture. Tobassco gives the mild spice flavor it needs. Abood is a fresh juice prepared using sweet melon and mango. The fruits are blended in thick milk and sugar. The more dominating flavor in the juice is Sweet Melon. I like it that way as well, because the light sweet melon flavor is refreshing. The whole meal costs me AED 13, definitely #PocketFriendly. Ps, the menu offers a range of healthy options for healthy eaters. They serve fruit salads, grill dishes and also, Natural fruit juices with motivating names like Power Booster, Body Builder, and so on.. |