In a competitive market like the UAE’s it is very hard to rank at top in restaurant industry. It needs a lot of effort , a very good SEO strategy. That’s where Cyprus Digital Agency came in.
When DesiVillageUAE.com approached us their goal was clear:
“We want to increase online visibility, attract local diners and rank on Google for restaurant-related searches in Dubai and the UAE.”
Within just four months, our SEO strategy delivered 1.09 million impressions, 17.6K organic clicks and a strong upward trend in rankings. This transformed Desi Village from a hidden gem into one of the most search-discoverable South Asian restaurants in the UAE.
About Desi Village UAE
Now Desi Village Restaurant & Lounge is one of the UAE’s top-rated South Asian restaurants, offering authentic Pakistani, Indian and Afghani cuisine in a luxury setting. It is Located in Dubai. it combines traditional flavors with a modern dining experience attracting both locals and expats craving a taste of home.
However despite its exceptional food and ambiance, the restaurant’s website was barely visible on Google. Their digital footprint didn’t match the restaurant’s offline popularity.
That’s where we stepped in to build a strong online presence that truly reflected the restaurant’s reputation.
The Challenge of ranking on Google
Before partnering with Cyprus Digital Agency, the website faced several SEO obstacles:
- Low keyword visibility: The site wasn’t ranking for most local search terms like “Pakistani restaurant in Dubai” “Indian restaurants near me “ or “Desi food near me.”
- No structured content strategy: The menu, blog, and service pages were not optimized for search intent.
- Weak local SEO: Missing Google Business Profile optimization and inconsistent NAP (Name, Address, Phone) citations.
- Slow loading speed: Heavy visuals and unoptimized media were affecting mobile ranking as well.
- Limited backlink profile: The website lacked authority and trust signals in Google’s eyes.
Our mission was to fix these issues and help Desi Village dominate the local restaurant searches in Dubai and nearby cities.
The SEO Strategy
At Cyprus Digital Agency, we focus on long-term growth through data-driven SEO. Our strategy for Desi Village UAE was divided into six main phases:
Technical SEO Audit & Fixes
We started with a deep audit to detect issues related to crawlability, speed, and structure.
Key actions taken:
- Fixed broken internal links and 404 errors.
- Minified JS/CSS files and optimized images.
- Improved mobile responsiveness and site performance.
- Updated XML sitemap and robots.txt for accurate indexing.
- Set up SSL for full HTTPS security compliance.
After these technical enhancements, the page load time improved by 40%, and Google crawled all major pages successfully.
Local SEO & Google Business Profile Optimization
As a restaurant targeting nearby customers, local SEO was the heart of our strategy.
We:
- Created and optimized the Google My Business (GMB) profile.
- Added structured data (schema markup) for restaurant menus, ratings, and hours.
- Embedded Google Maps on the contact and location pages.
- Ensured NAP consistency across local directories and social profiles.
- Collected and highlighted authentic customer reviews to boost trust and visibility.
Result: Within 6 weeks, Desi Village began appearing in Google’s “Local 3-Pack” for top restaurant searches like “Desi food Dubai” and “Pakistani restaurant UAE.”
Keyword Research & On-Page SEO
We focused on high-converting, location-specific keywords such as:
- “Pakistani restaurant in Dubai”
- “Best Indian restaurant in UAE”
- “Desi food near me”
- “Top restaurants in Dubai Marina”
We optimized:
- Page titles, meta descriptions, and heading structures (H1–H3).
- Image alt text using cuisine and location-based terms.
- Menu and service pages for intent-based searches (like “order Pakistani food online in Dubai”).
The result was a dramatic increase in visibility for high-value local keywords.
Content Strategy
We created engaging blog posts and articles that positioned Desi Village as a thought leader in the UAE’s dining scene.
Example topics included:
- “Top 10 Pakistani Dishes You Must Try in Dubai”
- “The Story of Desi Cuisine: From Lahore to Dubai”
- “Where to Find the Best Biryani in the UAE”
Each piece was optimized for long-tail keywords and internal links, improving both rankings and time-on-site metrics.
Backlink & Brand Authority Building
We built quality backlinks from:
- Food review sites and restaurant blogs.
- Local UAE directories.
- Influencer collaborations and guest features.
- Articles on hospitality and tourism platforms.
This improved the domain’s authority and credibility, which helped boost ranking positions faster.
Tracking, Reporting & Continuous Optimization
We monitored the progress through Google Analytics, Search Console, and Ahrefs.
Over three months, we observed:
- A consistent upward graph in impressions and clicks.
- CTR growth from 0.8% to 1.6%.
- Ranking improvement from average position 45+ to 24.4.
Our ongoing updates and A/B testing on meta titles and CTAs continue to refine and strengthen the website’s performance.
The Results of Our SEO
Within just 4 months, DesiVillageUAE.com achieved:
✅ 17.6K total organic clicks
✅ 1.09 million impressions
✅ 1.6% click-through rate (CTR)
✅ Average ranking position: 24.4
✅ Steady rise in both traffic and inquiries
This growth wasn’t achieved through ads — it was pure organic SEO success.
🍛 The Impact
Desi Village UAE now enjoys strong online visibility, improved brand recognition, and steady website traffic. More importantly, they’ve:
- Increased walk-in customers and online reservations.
- Gained top rankings for location-based restaurant keywords.
- Reduced dependence on paid ads and delivery apps.
In essence, the website became a powerful digital asset that continues to bring real diners every day.
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