Egyptian classics
Customers consistently seek out the Egyptian-style basbousa, harissa and other sweets for a taste that recalls home.
Basboussa
Jumeirah
Basboussa is a Jumeirah cafe and sweets shop focused on Egyptian and Arabic desserts. It is worth considering for classic basbousa, creative kunafa flavours such as mango, and seasonal treats including Eid biscuits and kahk, with takeaway and a small dining area mentioned by customers.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
165 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Creative kunafa
Kunafa comes in distinctive versions including mango, Lotus, Nutella, caramel and Ferrero Rocher.
Eid treats
Kahk, Eid biscuits and petit four are repeatedly mentioned as nostalgic seasonal purchases.
Balanced sweetness
One customer found the sweets light and not overly sugary, while another praised the balance of sugar.
Helpful staff
A review describes staff suggesting items, offering tastings and helping customers choose.
Fresh packing
Customers have praised the sweets as fresh and baked daily, with neat presentation and packing.
Sugar-free option
A sugar-free option is mentioned, which may help customers looking for an alternative.
Quick dining
Alongside takeaway, one customer mentions a small dining area for a quick snack.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Balah. First-timers should consider Balah el sham, which one customer specifically called a must-try.
Check seasons. Mango Kunafa may be seasonal; one customer missed it after Ramadan and was told it would return.
Confirm delivery. If ordering delivery, confirm the minimum and response process first; one customer was told the minimum was 300 AED.
Ask portions. For a small household, ask about pack sizes before ordering, since one Eid review found only 1kg ready-made mixes.
Ask to taste. If you are unsure what to choose, ask for recommendations and a tasting, as one customer says staff offered both.
Try sugar-free. If you want a less traditional option, ask whether the sugar-free choice is available.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Village Mall Ground Floor, Shop No 31, Jumeirah Road, Jumeirah 1
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 1, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
Common Concerns
High prices
Several customers consider the sweets expensive, with one saying the prices did not match the taste or quality.
Large boxes
Ready-made Eid mixes were reported as available only in 1kg boxes, limiting variety for smaller households.
Limited variety
One customer liked the Egyptian sweets but felt the selection could be broader.
Delivery response
A delivery customer reported a 300 AED minimum followed by unanswered calls and messages.
Uneven service
One visit was marred by a sales person described as unwelcoming and neglectful.
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The Bottom Line
Basboussa is a Jumeirah stop for Egyptian and Arabic sweets, especially if you are looking for basbousa that recalls homemade versions or kunafa with a modern twist. Customers mention Mango Kunafa, Lotus Kunafa and Nutella Kunafa, while Balah el sham is singled out as a dish worth trying. There is also a small dining area for a quick snack, alongside takeaway.
The seasonal selection is part of the appeal. Reviews mention kahk, Eid biscuits and petit four, with one customer saying the flavours brought back memories of a grandmother’s Eid sweets. Several people describe the sweets as fresh, neatly packed and not excessively sweet; one review says they are baked daily.
A sugar-free option is also mentioned. Prices are the main caution. Some customers call them reasonable, but others describe them as high or exaggerated.
For Eid mixes, one review says only 1kg ready-made boxes were available, which is inconvenient if you want several varieties for a small household. Delivery feedback is mixed too: an older review praised convenient delivery, while another reported a 300 AED minimum and unanswered calls. Confirm current delivery terms before placing a large order, and check whether seasonal items such as Mango Kunafa are available.