Standout Danish
The Custard Cream and Forest Berry Danish is repeatedly singled out as a favourite, with vanilla custard, berries and buttery pastry.
Bageri Form
Dubai Design District
Bageri Form is a Scandinavian-inspired bakery and café in Dubai Design District, with a strong focus on artisan pastries, breakfast and specialty drinks. Customers especially return for the custard-and-berry Danish, fresh croissants and matcha, alongside a calm, thoughtfully designed setting.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
1,102 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Strong Matcha
The Coconut Cream Matcha earned a top score from one reviewer for its creamy, balanced flavour without being overly sweet.
Fresh Breakfast
Breakfast dishes such as the egg bun, chicken paillard brioche and carrot cake porridge are described as fresh, well-balanced and delicious.
Good Coffee
Several reviews praise the coffee, including a well-brewed flat white, rich coffee and a strong Freddo cappuccino.
Relaxed Setting
The café has a quiet, cosy interior with plants and outdoor seating that works particularly well on a calm morning.
Online Ordering
Ordering and paying online in advance is appreciated by customers who want a faster, more efficient visit.
Seasonal Menus
Regular seasonal menus give returning customers new items to try while keeping staple dishes available.
Tips for a Better Visit
Reserve Ahead. For weekend brunch, reserve in advance or expect to wait around 20 minutes for a table.
Check Matcha. If you are visiting for the Brown Sugar Matcha, check the current menu first: several customers said it had been removed.
Request Heating. Ask staff to heat pastries if that matters to you; one customer had to request this separately.
Choose Timing. A Friday afternoon was quiet before filling up after 1:30pm, so earlier visits may be easier for a relaxed seat.
Watch Weather. Outdoor seating is pleasant in morning sun, but wind can make the patio uncomfortable.
Check Availability. If ordering delivery, check Deliveroo before calling: a chocolate croissant was unavailable there and later appeared after the app was checked again.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Building 4
Zaa'beel Second - Dubai Design District, Dubai
| Mon | 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Zataar Croissant with Honey
A returning customer calls this savoury-sweet croissant a standout order.
Cinnamon Bun
The cinnamon bun is a frequently mentioned bakery item, though one review found it slightly dry.
Bageri Breakfast
The house breakfast is mentioned as a satisfying choice alongside a savoury tartine.
Common Concerns
Uneven Service
Service reviews are inconsistent, with reports of staff interrupting customers, ignoring tables or responding in an unfriendly way.
Long Waits
Some guests waited 20 minutes for a table, while another reported half an hour before ordering and an hour for food.
Limited Seating
The café is small, with limited weekend seating, tiny tables and chairs that some customers found uncomfortable.
High Prices
Some reviewers consider the food expensive for its portion sizes and say prices are on the higher end.
No Restroom
The café does not have its own restroom, so guests must walk outside to reach one.
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The Bottom Line
Bageri Form is a Scandinavian-inspired bakery and café in Dubai Design District, and pastries are the clearest reason to visit. The Custard Cream and Forest Berry Danish is a recurring favourite, while reviews also praise the airy butter croissant, cinnamon bun and zaatar croissant with honey. Breakfast is substantial enough for a proper brunch, with the carrot cake porridge, egg dishes and brioche-based plates getting particularly good mentions.
Drinks are more mixed but there are strong picks. The Coconut Cream Matcha was described as creamy and balanced, and the coffee is often praised, including a perfectly brewed flat white and a strong Freddo cappuccino. The once-popular Brown Sugar Matcha may no longer be on the menu, so check before making a special trip.
The interior is cosy, green and highly designed, with indoor and outdoor tables. Morning patio seating can be lovely, though wind has stopped guests from sitting outside. Online ordering and payment are convenient, but service is not consistently smooth: some diners report friendly, attentive visits, while others waited 30 minutes to order or found staff dismissive.
The space is small, weekend seating can involve a wait, and prices are considered high by some reviewers. There is no in-café restroom, so plan for a walk outside if needed.