Ice Cream Cakes
Ice cream cakes are a recurring highlight, including a chocolate cake ice cream described as melting in the mouth.
Baskin Robbins Albarsha
Al Barsha
Baskin Robbins Albarsha is an ice-cream stop in Al Barsha for scoops, cones, shakes and ice cream cakes. Reviews point to a broad flavour selection, with praline-based choices and chocolate cakes getting particular attention, though the service experience can vary considerably by visit.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
278 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Flavour Range
Reviews mention a variety of flavours, including strawberry, cotton candy, pistachio almond and praline options.
Praline Choices
Pralines N’ Cream and the Jamoca Almond with Pralines & Cream combination are popular picks for a sweeter order.
Toppings
You can add extras such as hot fudge and nuts, and one review recommends trying praline flavours in a waffle.
Value
One review specifically describes the branch as good value for money.
What to Eat at Baskin Robbins Albarsha 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 Baskin Robbins Albarsha, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. 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 Baskin Robbins Albarsha got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Any flavor ice cream with chocolate fudge Net +1
“Doesn't need a rating! Any flavor ice cream with chocolate fudge. Love this branch since it has a special homey feeling to it and service is always friendly.”
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“Doesn't need a rating! Any flavor ice cream with chocolate fudge. Love this branch since it has a special homey feeling to it and service is always friendly.”June 2017
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Chocolate cake ice cream Net +1
“Super delicious chocolate cake ice cream just melting in mouth..the flavours are different 😋 👌”
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“Super delicious chocolate cake ice cream just melting in mouth..the flavours are different 😋 👌”December 2021
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Cotton candy Net +1
“Good place but I don't drink and take ice cream everyday but I like the flavors of the ice creams and best flavor is the cotton candy”
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“Good place but I don't drink and take ice cream everyday but I like the flavors of the ice creams and best flavor is the cotton candy”March 2023
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Ice cream cakes Net +1
“One of the leading Ice Cream brand Have variety of flavours must try there ice cream with brownies,ice cream in Cone, There ice cream cake is very good as well”
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“One of the leading Ice Cream brand Have variety of flavours must try there ice cream with brownies,ice cream in Cone, There ice cream cake is very good as well”May 2024
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Ice cream in cone Net +1
“One of the leading Ice Cream brand Have variety of flavours must try there ice cream with brownies,ice cream in Cone, There ice cream cake is very good as well”
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“One of the leading Ice Cream brand Have variety of flavours must try there ice cream with brownies,ice cream in Cone, There ice cream cake is very good as well”May 2024
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Ice cream with brownies Net +1
“One of the leading Ice Cream brand Have variety of flavours must try there ice cream with brownies,ice cream in Cone, There ice cream cake is very good as well”
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“One of the leading Ice Cream brand Have variety of flavours must try there ice cream with brownies,ice cream in Cone, There ice cream cake is very good as well”May 2024
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Jamoca almond with pralines & cream combo Net +1
“You can never go wrong with Baskin Robbins as long as you choose the right flavor(s). It’s a matter of personal taste but my favorite is the Jamoca Almond with Pralines & Cream combo. A little hot fudge and nuts as toppings and that’s my sugar fix! :)”
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Review excerpts
“You can never go wrong with Baskin Robbins as long as you choose the right flavor(s). It’s a matter of personal taste but my favorite is the Jamoca Almond with Pralines & Cream combo. A little hot fudge and nuts as toppings and that’s my sugar fix! :)”December 2024
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Pistachio almond Net +1
“Tasty 😋 ice cream ! You definitely need to try the vanilla pralines and the pistachio almond, and in a waffle 🧇 please ! You can also add toppings ! I went to the one in the mall of the emirates.”
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“Tasty 😋 ice cream ! You definitely need to try the vanilla pralines and the pistachio almond, and in a waffle 🧇 please ! You can also add toppings ! I went to the one in the mall of the emirates.”April 2024
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Praline Net +1
“My favourite flavour is strawberry 🍓,Praline”
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“My favourite flavour is strawberry 🍓,Praline”May 2024
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Pralines n’ cream Net +1
“Pralines N’ Cream is always good as usual. What I don’t like about this branch is the staff. There’s a guy that tells you initially the ‘deal of the day’ and even after denying it politely, he starts questioning why I am not taking it and why I am taking a child’s size (?). This guy has no manners, plus he’s not paying for my ice cream nor my responsible way of eating sugars.”
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“Pralines N’ Cream is always good as usual. What I don’t like about this branch is the staff. There’s a guy that tells you initially the ‘deal of the day’ and even after denying it politely, he starts questioning why I am not taking it and why I am taking a child’s size (?). This guy has no manners, plus he’s not paying for my ice cream nor my responsible way of eating sugars.”March 2024
Honorable mentions (3)
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Royal chocolate mousse Net +1
“As always love their Royal Chocolate Mousse. Overall good service, good ice cream. Limited seats due to covid.”
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“As always love their Royal Chocolate Mousse. Overall good service, good ice cream. Limited seats due to covid.”December 2021
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Strawberry Net +1
“My favourite flavour is strawberry 🍓,Praline”
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“My favourite flavour is strawberry 🍓,Praline”May 2024
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Vanilla pralines Net +1
“Tasty 😋 ice cream ! You definitely need to try the vanilla pralines and the pistachio almond, and in a waffle 🧇 please ! You can also add toppings ! I went to the one in the mall of the emirates.”
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Review excerpts
“Tasty 😋 ice cream ! You definitely need to try the vanilla pralines and the pistachio almond, and in a waffle 🧇 please ! You can also add toppings ! I went to the one in the mall of the emirates.”April 2024
What to Avoid (3)
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Ice cream waffle Net −1
“This place offers neither. Rude people, plus my ice cream waffle was leaking! When asked for a change, it was rejected.”
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Critical review excerpts
“This place offers neither. Rude people, plus my ice cream waffle was leaking! When asked for a change, it was rejected.”May 2021
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Kids scoop cone Net −1
“Please don't buy the kids scoop cone, according to the staff all their kids scoop cones have paper stuck to it and they cannot do anything about it. Half of the ice cream gone to waste.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Please don't buy the kids scoop cone, according to the staff all their kids scoop cones have paper stuck to it and they cannot do anything about it. Half of the ice cream gone to waste.”May 2025
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Vanilla flavor ice cream Net −1
“The vanilla flavor ice cream was stale. When I informed the staff, they didn't seem to care and insisted it was fresh.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The vanilla flavor ice cream was stale. When I informed the staff, they didn't seem to care and insisted it was fresh.”December 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Deliveries. If ordering through Keeta, check the bag before settling in; one customer received an order missing two items.
Try Back Parking. If front parking is full, look behind the building, where a review says spaces may be available.
Visit Later. For easier parking, consider visiting after nearby offices close, when the surrounding area reportedly becomes quieter.
Ask About Samples. Ask whether tasting is available before choosing a scoop, since one visitor said samples were not allowed.
Check The Cone. If buying a kids scoop cone, inspect it before serving because a review reported paper stuck to the cones.
Confirm Hours. If you are planning a late visit, confirm the current hours first; one review reports the branch open 24/7.
Plan the visit
Practical details
454X+X94
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, 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
Uneven Service
Several visitors report rude or unwelcoming staff, while another waited ten minutes for a single scoop despite four staff members being present.
Delivery Errors
A Keeta order reportedly arrived with two items missing, and the reviewer could not reach the branch through the listed number.
Limited Choice
Some reviews mention limited flavours, too little sorbet variety and add-ons that were not fresh.
Cone Issue
A reviewer said staff reported paper stuck to all kids scoop cones, leaving part of the ice cream wasted.
Small Seating
Seating has been described as limited, despite one review saying there is enough space inside the shop.
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The Bottom Line
Baskin Robbins Albarsha is a straightforward place to pick up scoops, cones, shakes or an ice cream cake in Al Barsha. The reviews make the cakes especially worth noting, including chocolate cake ice cream, while the flavour range covers familiar favourites and more distinctive choices such as Pralines N’ Cream, Jamoca Almond with Pralines & Cream, cotton candy and pistachio almond. For a richer order, one customer pairs Jamoca Almond with Pralines & Cream with hot fudge and nuts.
Another recommends vanilla pralines and pistachio almond in a waffle, with extra toppings. There is also a small seating area, although some visitors find the number of chairs limited. The main caution is service consistency.
Several recent reviews describe rude or inattentive interactions, including a ten-minute wait for one scoop. Delivery has its own risk: a Keeta customer reported two missing items and difficulty contacting the branch. One review also raised a problem with paper stuck to kids scoop cones.
Parking at the front can be difficult, but reviewers mention spaces behind the building and easier access after nearby offices close. Reviews also report late or 24/7 opening, so confirm current hours if timing matters.