Masala

Masala, also known as Al Nokhada, occupies the second floor of the Radisson Blu Fujairah and works as the property's sit-down alternative to the larger buffet restaurant. The dining room is the more romantic of the two rooms: pastel tones, warm lamps, live music on select evenings, and a quieter pace that suits a proper four-course meal rather than a grab-and-go dinner. The menu reads as a crossover of Arabic and Indian kitchens under one roof, and the Indian side is where the kitchen is most consistent. Expect a full mezze section, shish tawouk, mixed grills, curries and a tandoor list, with Um Ali a genuine standout dessert that regulars flag as among the better versions they have tried in the UAE. Arabic grills are solid when ordered thoughtfully; the freshness of individual items and portion sizes have drawn mixed reports on busier nights, so clarifying preparation when ordering is sensible. Service, when delivered by long-tenured hosts like Sayed, is warm, attentive and genuinely entertaining. Pacing across a full menu is generally measured rather than rushed. For half-board guests at the Radisson Blu looking for a break from the buffet, Masala is the more considered choice on property, particularly for a Wednesday-to-Friday evening when live music is usually on the schedule.