Neighbourhood guide
Al Khawaneej, Dubai
Restaurants, coffee spots and bakeries stand out for burgers, specialty drinks and pastries. Reviewers often value relaxed seating, careful preparation and welcoming service.
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Best of Al Khawaneej
The highest-rated, most-reviewed places across every category.
#1SALTSALT is a restaurant in Al Khawaneej known for burgers and sliders, with indoor and outdoor seating that makes it easy to settle in. It also has table tennis and other games, giving families and groups something to do while they eat.
#2Saddle Cafe - Last Exit Al KhawaneejSaddle Cafe at Last Exit Al Khawaneej is a coffee shop with drive-through service, all-day breakfast and sweet options. Reviews particularly highlight the açaí smoothie and crepes, alongside rich coffee and a relaxed setting for a quick stop or catch-up.
#3Krush Burger - Last Exit Al KhawaneejKrush Burger at Last Exit Al Khawaneej is a drive-through burger stop serving slider-style beef, chicken and vegetarian burgers. Reviews particularly point to the Buffalo chicken burger, spicy chicken sliders and crisp fries, though portion size and consistency are worth keeping in mind.
Best Restaurants in Al Khawaneej · 89
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeTop restaurants span burgers and slow-cooked meats, with indoor or outdoor seating at some venues.
#1Meat Moot Last Exit Al KhawaneejMeat Moot is a smoked-meat restaurant in Al Khawaneej, known for tender brisket and slow-cooked cuts. Reviews highlight the chef-led preparation, where diners can watch the meat being prepared and sometimes taste it before choosing, alongside generous sides and sauces.- #2The Grey Al Khawaneej - Lounge & RestaurantThe Grey Al Khawaneej is a contemporary coffee shop and restaurant serving international fare, breakfast, specialty coffee and desserts. It is worth considering for a relaxed coffee stop or meal, with reviewers highlighting the date pudding, distinctive drinks and spacious, elegant setting in Al Khawaneej.
#3Seekh Kabab RestaurantSeekh Kabab Restaurant is an Iranian and Arabic grill in Al Khawaneej, centred on kebabs and tikka. Customers come for juicy minced-beef and chicken kebabs, mix grills, and a relaxed roadside-style meal with indoor and outdoor seating.
#4TORI - Al Khawaneej WalkTORI is a modern Japanese restaurant in Al Khawaneej, known in reviews for fresh sushi and a polished, relaxed setting. The Wagyu burger, Spicy Tuna Sushi and creative dishes such as Beef gyoza give diners plenty beyond a standard sushi order.
Best Coffee shops in Al Khawaneej · 49
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeThe listed coffee shops suit quick stops or catch-ups, with drive-through service, breakfast and outdoor seating.
#1StarbucksStarbucks in Al Khawaneej is a coffeehouse for familiar drinks, breakfast and pastries, with a particularly attractive setting at the Last Exit lake. Reviews highlight outdoor seating, late-night opening and a calm atmosphere that suits coffee breaks, family visits or weekday laptop time.- #2جيرارد كافيه الخوانيجGerard Cafe in Al Khawaneej is a two-level coffee shop with a marble-and-wood interior, friendly service and a menu that suits both quick coffee stops and breakfast visits. Reviewers especially mention the cappuccino and healthy breakfast.
#3The Coffee Lab - Last Exit
#4EstkanahChai alkhawaneej
Best Cafes in Al Khawaneej · 25
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeSpecialty coffee leads the café choices, alongside desserts and settings ranging from takeaway to outdoor seating.
#1Farmers CoffeeFarmers Coffee is a small organic specialty coffee and snacks cafe in Al Khawaneej. Customers come for carefully made coffee, including a Colombian-bean V60, as well as matcha drinks and lighter organic treats such as the chocolate macarons.
#2Old Caf CafeOld Caf Cafe is a car-oriented coffee stop in Al Khawaneej, known especially for its frappe and coffee-and-donut pairing. There is no seating, so it suits a quick takeaway more than a lingering café visit.
#3ONE COFFEE HOUSEONE COFFEE HOUSE is a relaxed café tucked away in Al Khawaneej, set beside a public park with indoor and outdoor seating. It is a good stop for specialty filter coffee, hot chocolate, or a pizza after a walk, though service speed can vary.
#4WanderlustWanderlust is a café in Al Khawaneej with a relaxed indoor-outdoor setting, specialty coffee and a dessert-led menu. Visitors come for drinks such as the tiramisu latte and sweets including the honey cake, while breakfast is another recurring highlight.
Best Grocery stores in Al Khawaneej · 18
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeThe grocery listings focus on everyday essentials, with one shop also offering free home delivery.
#1Zam zam almadina Supermarket alkawaneejZam zam almadina Supermarket alkawaneej is a neighbourhood grocery store in Al Khawaneej, with reviews describing a small shop that stocks many everyday essentials. Customers also mention Al Bayan water, fresh naan and a zattar sandwich with wheat, while the business says it provides free home delivery.
#2AL TTAY SUPERMARKET
#3AAlKhawaneej Grocery
#4Thoraya Al Madena Mini Mart LLC
Best Clothing stores in Al Khawaneej · 15
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeThe listings include clothing retailers alongside a tailoring option.
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Best Auto repair shops in Al Khawaneej · 14
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeThe listings cover mechanical and bodywork repairs, with some reviews highlighting work on American vehicles.
#1Salute Auto RepairSalute Auto Repair in Al Khawaneej handles mechanical and bodywork repairs, with especially strong feedback from owners of American vehicles. Reviews mention careful work on a pink Camaro, a Cadillac Escalade and GMC trucks, plus clear updates during repairs.
#2AutoPro - 7635
#3FIXMASTER VEHICLES REPAIR
#4LTX Motorsports
Best Bakeries in Al Khawaneej · 13
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeFrench-style pastries, croissants, sourdough and matcha make these bakeries useful for breakfast or coffee.
#1Beurre Bakery Al KhawaneejBeurre Bakery Al Khawaneej is a bakery-café for French-style pastries, breakfast and coffee in a quiet corner of Al Khawaneej. Reviewers particularly return for the flaky almond and pecan croissants, while the cosy café setting makes it suited to a slow breakfast or coffee stop.
#2Kneaded Al KhawaneejKneaded Al Khawaneej is a small bakery and coffee house known for fresh pastries, croissants, sourdough and matcha drinks. The jalapeño cheese croissant and smooth Kneaded matcha are especially useful starting points, while the warm service makes it a friendly stop for takeaway or a quick coffee.
#3Lulu Al Bastakya Bakery
#4Kubza Baker - مخبز خبزة
Best Barber shops in Al Khawaneej · 13
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeThe category includes men’s haircut and beard-trim services, with one salon noted for careful finishing.
#1Luxuriate Gents SalonLuxuriate Gents Salon is a men’s barber shop in Al Khawaneej for haircuts and beard trims, with reviews also mentioning shaving and foot massage. Visitors often point to the polished setting, welcoming team and careful finishing, though service consistency and add-on charges are worth checking.
#2Vida Gents Salon - Al Khawaneej
#3A One Specialist Gents Saloon Al Khawaneej 2- #4Side fade Barber
Hidden gems in Al Khawaneej
Excellent ratings from a smaller number of reviews, so they are easier to miss.
