Special Occasions
Birthday and anniversary guests have received celebration cakes, dessert plates, candles, and thoughtful table-side touches.
Atmosphere Burj Khalifa
Downtown Dubai
Atmosphere Burj Khalifa is an upscale restaurant and bar on the 122nd floor, with panoramic Downtown Dubai views as the main draw. You can come for a chef’s tasting menu, breakfast, or afternoon tea, or settle in for cocktails and canapés in the lounge.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
4,651 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Breakfast Standout
Breakfast receives strong feedback, especially the French toast, with vegetarian options available for mixed groups.
Afternoon Tea
The afternoon tea includes sandwiches, cakes, miniature scones, unlimited hot drinks, and a welcome sparkling tea.
Evening Lounge
The lounge adds well-received cocktails, elegant bites, live music, and DJ-led evening atmosphere.
Family Welcome
One tasting-menu visit found the staff welcoming to children while keeping service polished.
What to Eat at Atmosphere Burj Khalifa How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Atmosphere Burj Khalifa, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Atmosphere Burj Khalifa got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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French toast Net +2
“The French toast was the best I’ve had ever!!”
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“The French toast was the best I’ve had ever!!”February 2026
“To finish, we had the French toast, hands down the best I’ve ever had.”November 2025
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Wagyu sliders Net +2
“I enjoyed my wagyu sliders a lot!”
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“I enjoyed my wagyu sliders a lot!”January 2026
Honorable mentions (17)
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Cake with gold and candle Net +1
“Perfect place. I celebrated here today my birthday and I received as a gift cake with gold and candle. Very nice and friendly people, tasty food and spectacular view.”
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“Perfect place. I celebrated here today my birthday and I received as a gift cake with gold and candle. Very nice and friendly people, tasty food and spectacular view.”February 2026
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Canapés Net +1
“We went for their signature cocktails and canapés, and everything was just perfect. The drinks were unique and so well made 🍸🍹you could really taste the quality. The canapés were delicious too, beautifully presented and full of flavor.❤️”
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“We went for their signature cocktails and canapés, and everything was just perfect. The drinks were unique and so well made 🍸🍹you could really taste the quality. The canapés were delicious too, beautifully presented and full of flavor.❤️”September 2025
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Cheese toast with mashed potatoes Net +1
“– a cheese toast with mashed potatoes – a dessert for my wife (marshmallow and soufflé) These were actually the only two items with no complaints.”
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“– a cheese toast with mashed potatoes – a dessert for my wife (marshmallow and soufflé) These were actually the only two items with no complaints.”January 2026
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Chef’s tasting menu Net +1
“An unforgettable dining experience! The chef’s tasting menu was excellent, the views were epic, and the service was both attentive and informative.”
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“An unforgettable dining experience! The chef’s tasting menu was excellent, the views were epic, and the service was both attentive and informative.”February 2026
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Cocktails Net +1
“Cocktails were delightful.”
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“Cocktails were delightful.”December 2025
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Dessert for my wife (marshmallow and soufflé) Net +1
“– a cheese toast with mashed potatoes – a dessert for my wife (marshmallow and soufflé) These were actually the only two items with no complaints.”
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“– a cheese toast with mashed potatoes – a dessert for my wife (marshmallow and soufflé) These were actually the only two items with no complaints.”January 2026
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Eggs done our way Net +1
“We tried the eggs done our way, perfectly cooked, along with the lobster and caviar eggs, which were absolutely delicious.”
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“We tried the eggs done our way, perfectly cooked, along with the lobster and caviar eggs, which were absolutely delicious.”November 2025
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Foie gras Net +1
“The food was exceptional, but the standout for us was the foie gras — absolutely exquisite. Served with elegance and topped with delicate gold flakes, it was rich, perfectly balanced, and simply melted in the mouth. A true signature moment.”
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“The food was exceptional, but the standout for us was the foie gras — absolutely exquisite. Served with elegance and topped with delicate gold flakes, it was rich, perfectly balanced, and simply melted in the mouth. A true signature moment.”February 2026
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Glass of bubbles Net +1
“We also opted to upgrade for a glass of bubbles, which was a lovely touch.”
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“We also opted to upgrade for a glass of bubbles, which was a lovely touch.”January 2026
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Lobster and caviar eggs Net +1
“We tried the eggs done our way, perfectly cooked, along with the lobster and caviar eggs, which were absolutely delicious.”
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“We tried the eggs done our way, perfectly cooked, along with the lobster and caviar eggs, which were absolutely delicious.”November 2025
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Magical egg Net +1
“Try the magical egg. It’s on the vegetarian option.”
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“Try the magical egg. It’s on the vegetarian option.”October 2025
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Miniature scones Net +1
“This was followed by some truly incredible cakes and miniature scones. The quality throughout was exceptional and far surpassed my already high expectations.”
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“This was followed by some truly incredible cakes and miniature scones. The quality throughout was exceptional and far surpassed my already high expectations.”January 2026
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Preset menus Net +1
“There are three preset five course meal options. And actually that’s a good thing. Because it takes you through the whole culinary experience and it makes it really fun. The à la cart may be a bit overwhelming. It is definitely more expensive this way as well. And if you’re not sure what to order then I think the preset menus are a really good option.”
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“There are three preset five course meal options. And actually that’s a good thing. Because it takes you through the whole culinary experience and it makes it really fun. The à la cart may be a bit overwhelming. It is definitely more expensive this way as well. And if you’re not sure what to order then I think the preset menus are a really good option.”October 2025
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Scones Net +1
“The scones are the best.”
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“The scones are the best.”January 2026
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Set menu lunch Net +1
“We went for the set menu lunch which was great. For special occasions or celebrations, the lunch experience was amazing. The portions were great and the quality of food was undoubtedly the best.”
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“We went for the set menu lunch which was great. For special occasions or celebrations, the lunch experience was amazing. The portions were great and the quality of food was undoubtedly the best.”April 2025
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Signature cocktails Net +1
“We went for their signature cocktails and canapés, and everything was just perfect. The drinks were unique and so well made 🍸🍹you could really taste the quality.”
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“We went for their signature cocktails and canapés, and everything was just perfect. The drinks were unique and so well made 🍸🍹you could really taste the quality.”September 2025
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Sole Net +1
“We had the sole for our main course and it was fantastic!”
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“We had the sole for our main course and it was fantastic!”November 2025
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Afternoon tea Net +1
“I recently went for afternoon tea at Atmosphere in the Burj Khalifa, and it was truly the best Afternoon Tea experience I’ve ever had - and being from the UK, I’ve had plenty over the years!”
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“I recently went for afternoon tea at Atmosphere in the Burj Khalifa, and it was truly the best Afternoon Tea experience I’ve ever had - and being from the UK, I’ve had plenty over the years!”January 2026
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Cocktail Net +1
“The cocktail were very well made.”
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“The cocktail were very well made.”January 2026
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Tea Net +1
“The drinks were plentiful throughout the experience, starting with a welcome sparkling tea followed by unlimited hot drinks, including tea, coffee, and a selection of refreshing mocktails.”
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“The drinks were plentiful throughout the experience, starting with a welcome sparkling tea followed by unlimited hot drinks, including tea, coffee, and a selection of refreshing mocktails.”January 2026
What to Avoid (12)
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Avocado toast Net −1
“The food was honestly 1 out of 5. I’ve had better meals made by amateurs at home. The avocado toast was served on what tasted like old, stale bread.”
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“The food was honestly 1 out of 5. I’ve had better meals made by amateurs at home. The avocado toast was served on what tasted like old, stale bread.”February 2026
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Blue lobster Net −1
“• Blue lobster — extremely chewy, like rubber, almost no flavor. We had lobster for lunch at a beach café earlier that day and it was a thousand times better.”
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“• Blue lobster — extremely chewy, like rubber, almost no flavor. We had lobster for lunch at a beach café earlier that day and it was a thousand times better.”January 2026
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Cheese assortment Net −1
“3. Cheese assortment”
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“3. Cheese assortment”January 2026
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Fois grois Net −1
“Some of the food was so badly prepared (like the ice cold, rock hard Fois Grois that tore the bread when you spread it - I said it should've been brought to just below room temp so you could taste it properly and be able to spread it, but the waiter just told me it's a cold starter so meant to be that way).”
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“Some of the food was so badly prepared (like the ice cold, rock hard Fois Grois that tore the bread when you spread it - I said it should've been brought to just below room temp so you could taste it properly and be able to spread it, but the waiter just told me it's a cold starter so meant to be that way).”December 2025
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Grand cru chocolate Net −1
“4. Grand Cru chocolate (similar to a fondant)”
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“4. Grand Cru chocolate (similar to a fondant)”January 2026
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Lamb Net −1
“2. Lamb”
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“2. Lamb”January 2026
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Pancakes Net −1
“The food was honestly 1 out of 5. I’ve had better meals made by amateurs at home. The avocado toast was served on what tasted like old, stale bread. The pancakes were dry, like something bought from a supermarket.”
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“The food was honestly 1 out of 5. I’ve had better meals made by amateurs at home. The avocado toast was served on what tasted like old, stale bread. The pancakes were dry, like something bought from a supermarket.”February 2026
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Red shrimp soup Net −1
“2. Red shrimp soup”
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“2. Red shrimp soup”January 2026
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Scallops Net −1
“The scallops were super fishy but the wagyu was incredible.”
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“The scallops were super fishy but the wagyu was incredible.”December 2025
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Tart with black caviar and lobster Net −1
“1. Tart with black caviar and lobster”
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“1. Tart with black caviar and lobster”January 2026
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Tasting menu Net −1
“We paid nearly 3000AED for the tasting menu, and a couple of drinks. Some of the food was so badly prepared (like the ice cold, rock hard Fois Grois that tore the bread when you spread it - I said it should've been brought to just below room temp so you could taste it properly and be able to spread it, but the waiter just told me it's a cold starter so meant to be that way).”
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Critical review excerpts
“We paid nearly 3000AED for the tasting menu, and a couple of drinks. Some of the food was so badly prepared (like the ice cold, rock hard Fois Grois that tore the bread when you spread it - I said it should've been brought to just below room temp so you could taste it properly and be able to spread it, but the waiter just told me it's a cold starter so meant to be that way).”December 2025
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Latte Net −1
“The food was honestly 1 out of 5. I’ve had better meals made by amateurs at home. The avocado toast was served on what tasted like old, stale bread. The pancakes were dry, like something bought from a supermarket. The latte was practically boiling, probably overheated to 100°C, with unattractive, unpleasant foam on top.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The food was honestly 1 out of 5. I’ve had better meals made by amateurs at home. The avocado toast was served on what tasted like old, stale bread. The pancakes were dry, like something bought from a supermarket. The latte was practically boiling, probably overheated to 100°C, with unattractive, unpleasant foam on top.”February 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Early. Reserve well ahead, especially for a window table, tasting menu, or special occasion; several reviews call reservations essential.
Confirm Windows. Ask the venue to confirm whether your window request is guaranteed before relying on it for the experience.
Time Sunset. For sunset, arrive 45–60 minutes early so you can watch the skyline change from golden hour to city lights.
Choose Daytime. One diner found the view most worthwhile from noon to 5pm, with visibility less appealing after 5pm.
Check Entrance. Allow extra time to find the correct elevator or entrance, since first-time arrivals have found the route confusing.
Check Deposit. Ask how the booking fee is handled: one review says it is fully credited against the final bill.
Plan the visit
Practical details
57XF+J8R Burj khalifa - 122nd Floor
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
High Pricing
Several diners felt the food and service did not justify the premium paid for the Burj Khalifa setting.
Table Uncertainty
A requested window table is not always guaranteed, and one guest reported being moved to a table without the booked view.
Service Slips
Reviews mention forgotten bills, repeated drink requests, incorrect tea, and tables being reclaimed before afternoon tea felt finished.
Food Inconsistency
Alongside strong meals, diners have reported dry pancakes, stale bread, chewy lobster, and fishy scallops.
Tricky Arrival
Finding the correct entrance or elevator can take some effort, especially on a first visit.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
250 AED per person
breakfast minimum spend
“I visited Atmosphere in Burj Khalifa for breakfast, which has a minimum spend of 250 AED per person”Google review · April 2025
around AED 400
non-window table
“A non-window table costs around AED 400, while a window seat goes up to AED 700–750, plus they charge an extra AED 200 just for the booking”Google review · November 2025
AED 700–750
window seat
“A non-window table costs around AED 400, while a window seat goes up to AED 700–750, plus they charge an extra AED 200 just for the booking”Google review · November 2025
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The Bottom Line
Atmosphere Burj Khalifa is a 122nd-floor restaurant and lounge built around the Dubai skyline. Guests come for breakfast, afternoon tea, a chef’s tasting menu, or cocktails and canapés, with window seating making the biggest difference to the visit. The atmosphere is elegant and the lounge’s DJ or live music can give evenings more energy without overwhelming conversation.
Food feedback is mixed but often specific. The French toast, scones, Wagyu sliders, sole, and some tasting-menu dishes receive enthusiastic praise, while other diners found the lobster chewy, scallops fishy, or breakfast items dry. Afternoon tea stands out for its sandwiches, cakes, miniature scones, welcome sparkling tea, and unlimited hot drinks.
This is a special-occasion venue rather than an everyday meal. Prices are high, and some guests felt they were paying mainly for the location and view. Book well ahead and confirm that a requested window table is actually guaranteed.
For sunset, arriving 45–60 minutes early helps you see the skyline change, while one review considered noon to 5pm the better daytime window. Allow extra time for the entrance and check how any booking fee is credited.