Antonia Mall of the Emirates

Antonia Mall of the Emirates

Al Barsha

Restaurant Open now 04 351 4588

Antonia is an Italian restaurant at Mall of the Emirates in Al Barsha, serving Roman-style pizza, pasta and traditional dishes. Reviews especially point to the sourdough pizza, traditional carbonara and generous portions for sharing.

Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
2,142 ratings
5★
91%
4★
6%
3★
1%
2★
1%
1★
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The Good Stuff

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Sourdough pizza

The sourdough pizzas can suit diners who avoid regular dough, while still delivering a crisp, flavourful crust.

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Generous portions

Several reviews describe portions as substantial; one burrata pizza was more than enough for three people.

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What to Eat at Antonia Mall of the Emirates

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Antonia Mall of the Emirates, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 7

  1. Capricciosa pizza Net +4
    “The Capricciosa pizza was also excellent, with a great balance of toppings and a delicious crust.”
  2. Tiramisu Net +2
    “The complimentary tiramisu was unforgettable! every layer packed with bold flavor, perfectly balanced, and leaving the most beautiful taste on the tongue.”
  3. Cacciucco (seafood soup) Net +2
    “As Italian I have to endorse the nice food I ate in this restaurant. Excellent pizza and amazing cacciucco (seafood soup). Strongly recommended!”
  4. Cacio e pepe Net +2
    “We chose four different Roman-style pizzas from the counter, and each one was delightful. The cacio e pepe was especially cheesy and hearty.”
  5. Carbonara Net +2
    “The food was excellent. The Carbonara was rich, creamy, and full of flavor, and the pizza was perfectly baked with a crispy base and high-quality ingredients.”
  6. Pesto pasta Net +2
    “The pesto pasta is the BEST item on the menu, it was genuinely so good.”
  7. Vanilla gelato Net +2
    “The vanilla gelato was really good.”
Honorable mentions (25)
  1. Affogato Net +1
    “Finished with an affogato, and the vanilla gelato was a standout on its own, silky, creamy, and beautifully balanced with the espresso.”
  2. Afogatto Net +1
    “Loved the Truffle pizza and the Afogatto. They tasted so authentic that it was like I was transported back to Italia.”
  3. Blue cheese pizza slice Net +1
    “The blue cheese pizza slice hit first, soft in the center, crisp on the edge, and layered with this bold, savoury depth that actually works.”
  4. Bolognaise Net +1
    “We really enjoyed the pasta dishes we tried: the pesto pasta and the bolognaise 10/10.”
  5. Classic supplì Net +1
    “The food is truly Italian—well executed, comforting, and generous in portion size. The classic supplì is a must, and the cacio e pepe is excellent; the shared portion is more than enough for two people.”
  6. Crusted seabream fillet Net +1
    “The pasta, crusted seabream fillet, pan-roasted chicken breast, and the other dishes are all must-tries.”
  7. Diavola pizza Net +1
    “I ordered the Diavola Pizza and their special truffle pasta which was so delicious! Loved the fried cod too, probably my favorite!”
  8. Focaccia Net +1
    “The focaccia was excellent!”
  9. Fried cod Net +1
    “I ordered the Diavola Pizza and their special truffle pasta which was so delicious! Loved the fried cod too, probably my favorite!”
  10. Mafaldine al pesto pasta Net +1
    “We tried the Mafaldine al pesto pasta, Capricciosa Pizza and the Tiramisu.”
  11. Ortolana pizza Net +1
    “We had the Ortolana pizza along with mocktails, and everything was absolutely delicious and incredibly refreshing.”
  12. Pan-roasted chicken breast Net +1
    “The pasta, crusted seabream fillet, pan-roasted chicken breast, and the other dishes are all must-tries.”
  13. Pistachio gelato Net +1
    “I ordered a tagliatelle al ragù, and then he kindly offered me a Margherita pizza as well. I also had an appetizer and finished my meal with a delicious pistachio gelato.”
  14. Polpette Net +1
    “We ordered The Polpette and Capricciosa. Both very diverse flavors. The Polpette was very tomato forward with rich bites of Nonna Antonia's famous meatballs.”
  15. Risotto parmesan Net +1
    “The best dishes I’ve tried are the risotto Parmesan and theTiramisu which is very tasty.”
  16. Seafood linguine Net +1
    “We had a wonderful dinner and Grazir Mille took absolute first class care of us. The seafood linguine was our favorite, made with the seafood stock! Good ambience and energey!”
  17. Sourdough Net +1
    “The highlight of our meal was the complimentary bread served at the start. The sourdough was incredibly fluffy with a crispy exterior and paired perfectly with their chili oil. We loved it so much that we ordered two pieces to take home — we might even go back one day just for the bread 🙂”
  18. Spaghetti vongole Net +1
    “The Spaghetti Vongole and Tagliolino Nero were absolutely outstanding, perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”
  19. Special truffle pasta Net +1
    “I ordered the Diavola Pizza and their special truffle pasta which was so delicious! Loved the fried cod too, probably my favorite!”
  20. Suppli classico Net +1
    “However the Suppli Classico was absolutely sensational, I couldn’t get enough of it!”
  21. Tagliatelle al ragù Net +1
    “I ordered a tagliatelle al ragù, and then he kindly offered me a Margherita pizza as well. I also had an appetizer and finished my meal with a delicious pistachio gelato. Overall, I had a very enjoyable experience. The food was good, and the atmosphere was pleasant. If I had to find one small thing to mention, I would say that the ragù was perhaps a little on the salty side, but that’s not really a complaint, just a minor observation.”
  22. Tagliolino nero Net +1
    “The Spaghetti Vongole and Tagliolino Nero were absolutely outstanding, perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”
  23. Truffle pizza Net +1
    “Loved the Truffle pizza and the Afogatto. They tasted so authentic that it was like I was transported back to Italia.”
  24. Burrata pizza Net 0

    Mixed feedback

    “The burrata pizza was also very good, and the portion was more than enough for three people.”
  25. Lasagna Net 0

    Mixed feedback

    “Their signature lasagna arrived in a unique presentation, generous in portion and packed with slow-cooked flavour, the kind that feels both hearty and elevated.”

Drinks 1

  1. Strawberry milkshake Net +1
    “We also highly recommend trying their strawberry milkshake. The tiramisu wasn’t the best we’ve had, but one portion is easily shareable between two people.”
What to Avoid (4)

Food 3

  1. Pizza tray Net −1
    “I also ordered a pizza tray and only the Capricciosa was decent.”
  2. Rigatoni Net −1
    “The rigatoni was a little too al dente for me, I had to check a few times. The sauce was great, though!”
  3. Tagliatelle Net −1
    “I tried the Tagliatelle and the margarita pizza, both were decent but honestly didn’t meet the high standards I’ve set for this place.”

Drinks 1

  1. Margarita pizza Net −1
    “I tried the Tagliatelle and the margarita pizza, both were decent but honestly didn’t meet the high standards I’ve set for this place.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Share pizza. Consider sharing a pizza: one burrata pizza was reported as more than enough for three people.

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Try supplì. Add Suppli Classico if you want a small standout beyond pizza and pasta; one review called it sensational.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Mall of The Emirates - Level 2 Sheikh Zayed Rd - near Vox Cinema
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
04 351 4588
Mon11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Tue11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Wed11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Thu11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Fri11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Sat11:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Sun11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
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Common Concerns

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Noisy setting

Because it is in Mall of the Emirates, the dining room can be very noisy, with noticeable echo.

Price concerns

Some diners feel the pricing does not match the food, especially for certain dishes such as calamari.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

90 AED

around 15 pieces of calamari

“Giving 3 stars because I think the 90 AED price for around 15 pieces of calamari doesn't justify its expense”
Google review · January 2026
DXB
LOCAL

The Bottom Line

Antonia is a Mall of the Emirates Italian restaurant in Al Barsha where the main draw is Roman-style pizza made with sourdough, alongside pasta and traditional dishes. The menu gives you plenty to share: reviews highlight carbonara prepared traditionally, generous pizza portions, lasagna, and dishes such as Spaghetti Vongole and seafood soup. The pizza gets especially detailed praise for its crisp base, fresh toppings and soft centre, although one diner felt the crust became hard within minutes.

Suppli Classico is another worthwhile order to consider, while focaccia, pesto pasta and tiramisu have their own strong followings. The tiramisu is not universally loved—one reviewer found it too strong—but coffee fans may enjoy that intensity. Service is consistently described as warm, attentive and helpful with recommendations, making the broad menu easier to navigate.

Portions can work well for sharing, and complimentary bread or gelato appeared in some visits, though these should not be assumed. The colourful, Italian-feeling interior suits casual meals with family or friends, but the mall setting can be noisy and echoey. Pricing is another consideration: one review specifically questioned the value of 90 AED for roughly 15 pieces of calamari.

For a quieter experience, one diner found the ambience calm around 11; the restaurant is just before the cinema entrance.

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