The Ultimate Guide to 8 Must-Order Sides at Time Out Market

We’ve all been there. You order your main like a responsible adult. A burger, maybe. A steak. Something sensible and structured. Then the side dish arrives and suddenly you’re emotionally attached to a bowl of potatoes, aggressively guarding fries and wondering if anyone would judge you for ordering another round “for the table”.

At Time Out Market Dubai, some of the best bites don’t come with centre-stage billing. They’re tucked into the sides section, quietly waiting to steal the show. These are eight dishes that prove you don’t need a main course to have a complete meal.

à la grecque – Fully loaded fries

You might not see them immediately, but once you know, you know. These fully loaded fries are hand-cut, double-fried and piled high with flavour. Crisp on the outside and fluffy in the centre, they’re topped with creamy feta and nutty mizithra cheese before being finished with oregano.

The Mediterranean flavours hit instantly – salty, tangy and aromatic. They’re indulgent without being heavy, and dangerously easy to demolish solo. Sharing is possible in theory, but highly unlikely in practice.
Dhs35

BB Social – Glazed Brussels sprouts

Brussels sprouts have had a serious glow-up, and BB Social is leading the charge. These are crispy, caramelised and coated in a glossy soy glaze, with just enough chilli heat to keep things interesting.

They’re smoky, slightly sweet and deeply savoury – the kind of dish that makes you forget you’re eating vegetables. Light enough to feel virtuous but bold enough to crave, this is a side that frequently becomes the star of the table.
Dhs41

IZU Burger – Crispy onion rings

Forget everything you think you know about onion rings. These are thin-cut, golden and shatteringly crisp, layered with parmesan ranch, spicy crispy spianata beef salami and a sprinkling of dill.

Each bite delivers crunch, creaminess and a subtle smoky heat. They’re rich without being overwhelming and bold enough to compete with any burger on the menu. If your main starts getting ignored, you’ll know why.
Dhs30

Lana Lusa – Portuguese fries

Fries as a side? Technically. Fries as the entire plan? With these, absolutely. Lana Lusa’s Portuguese fries are cut into thick coin-shaped rounds and fried until golden, creating that perfect contrast between crisp edges and fluffy interiors.

They’re generously seasoned, deeply savoury and wildly addictive. There’s something about their thickness that makes each bite more satisfying than the last. Simple in concept, elite in execution.
Dhs30

Little Jun’s – Corn riblets

Corn riblets are what happens when a side dish refuses to stay in its lane. Cut into rib-style strips and charred until smoky and caramelised, they’re brushed with nutty brown butter for extra richness.

A miso soy aioli adds creaminess, while black lime introduces a sharp citrus edge that lifts the sweetness of the corn. The balance of smoky, sweet and savoury flavours makes this dish seriously memorable.
Dhs45

Masti – Smashed chaat roasted potatoes

At Masti, humble potatoes are given a bold, street-food-inspired makeover. Roasted baby potatoes are smashed, crisped and dressed in tangy, spicy chaat-style seasoning.

Expect punchy flavours, contrasting textures and plenty of personality. It’s playful, nostalgic and inventive all at once. The kind of dish that keeps you reaching back for “just one more”.

Mattar – Potato salad

Dubai’s first proper smokehouse doesn’t treat sides as an afterthought. This potato salad is creamy, punchy and generously loaded, with enough flavour to hold its own next to trays of slow-smoked meat.

For maximum indulgence, add brisket on top and turn it into a smoky, silky combination that feels far more substantial than a side dish should. Comfort food at its finest.
Dhs35

Pitfire – Garlic knots

Freshly baked to order and unapologetically glossy with garlic butter, these knots are soft, fluffy and wildly moreish. They pull apart in steamy clouds, releasing that rich, garlicky aroma that instantly makes you hungrier.

Add garlic mayo for an extra creamy hit and you’ve got something dangerously addictive. Generous, comforting and excellent value, they disappear from the table faster than expected.
Dhs32

Mon–Thu noon–midnight, Fri noon–1am, Sat 10am–1am, Sun 10am–midnight.
Time Out Market Dubai, Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai.

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