Tea favourite
Tea is the clearest draw, with multiple reviewers calling it good and one describing it as their favourite in Dubai.
Al Masa Cafeteria(BR 2)
Al Satwa
Al Masa Cafeteria(BR 2) is a casual cafeteria in Al Satwa known mainly for tea and affordable Indian-style snacks and fast food. Reviews point to Chana Chaat, Samosa Chaat and burgers as worthwhile orders, though delivery and service can be inconsistent.
Reputation Score
3.9
★★★★☆
229 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Chaat options
Chana Chaat and Samosa Chaat are specifically praised for food quality in a recent review.
Good value
Customers describe the food as fresh, reasonably priced and good value compared with nearby cafeterias.
Fast food
The menu includes familiar fast-food choices such as burgers, samosas and cheese fries for a quick cafeteria meal.
Friendly moments
Service is not uniformly poor: one regular visitor highlighted a waiter who consistently greeted customers with a smile.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check delivery. Confirm delivery rules and timing before ordering, especially for small orders; a 4–5 dirham order was refused nearby.
Verify order. Repeat customisations and check the bag on arrival: customers report forgotten items and ketchup added despite a request to omit it.
Allow time. If ordering delivery, allow extra time and follow up rather than relying on the initial estimate; one order arrived after two hours.
Try takeaway. Takeaway may be more predictable than delivery if you are nearby, since several reviews mention delayed delivery and unanswered calls.
Plan the visit
Practical details
9th St
Al Satwa, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Rude service
Several customers report rude or dismissive behaviour, including complaints about staff refusing reasonable requests.
Order mistakes
Customers say items are sometimes forgotten, substituted or prepared differently from what was ordered.
Uneven food
Food quality can vary: one cheese-fries order arrived cold, oily, undersized and without cheese.
Limited seating
One group was told to drink tea outside rather than sit inside, which may matter if you want a dine-in break.
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The Bottom Line
Al Masa Cafeteria(BR 2) is a casual Al Satwa stop for tea, quick snacks and fast food. The strongest praise centres on tea, while a recent customer also singled out Chana Chaat, Samosa Chaat and burgers for their quality. Other reviews describe the food as fresh and good value compared with nearby cafeterias, making the branch appealing for an inexpensive bite rather than a carefully managed restaurant experience.
Tea has a particularly strong history here: customers call it the best they have tried, and another review says it is consistently good. Samosas, samosa chaat and other fast-food items are also part of the draw. Seating may not suit everyone, however; one group was told to drink tea outside rather than sit inside.
The main caution is service, especially delivery. Reviewers report long waits, unanswered calls, forgotten items, incorrect customisations and food arriving cold. One order placed at noon arrived at 2pm, while another customer was told delivery was unavailable for a small 4–5 dirham order.
Staff experiences vary from a smiling waiter to complaints about rude behaviour. If you visit, takeaway or a quick in-person order may be less frustrating than relying on delivery, and it is worth checking the order before leaving.