Located in an ordinary arcade, Alkhaleej is the kind of place that adventurous foodies dream of stumbling across. Join the families and groups of young professionals lunching inside and let the staff explain the short but perfectly formed menu. This is devastatingly good value - the biryani is served in three parts: a pile of rice studded with chicken, nuts and vegies; a bowl of soup; and a giant, achingly tender lamb shank. Paired with the mixed kebab plate, it is more than enough for two hungry adults, particularly as it comes with giant rounds of wood-fired bread and salad bar privileges.