Bonsai setting
The bonsai collection, garden and large entrance tree give the venue a gallery-like atmosphere rather than a standard café feel.
Bocasu Specialty Coffee
Al Quoz
Bocasu Specialty Coffee is a Japanese dining and specialty-coffee concept in Al Quoz, with a calm, design-led setting built around bonsai trees. Reviews highlight its Japanese dishes and drinks, especially the tiramisu, authentic matcha and creative wasabi coffee.
Reputation Score
5.0
★★★★★
347 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Japanese dishes
Fresh sushi, hand rolls, seaweed salad and rice bowls are repeatedly praised for flavour, presentation and ingredient quality.
Specialty coffee
Coffee is a genuine draw, with reviewers praising the specialty coffee and calling the wasabi coffee worth trying.
Excellent tiramisu
The Shiro Kaffe tiramisu is a standout dessert, with reviewers noting its balanced flavours, crunchy chocolate layer and biscuit-like topping.
Calm atmosphere
Muted lighting, comfortable music and an intimate Japanese-inspired interior make it easy to linger or hold a proper conversation.
Warm service
Reviews consistently describe the team as attentive and welcoming, with service that feels caring without being intrusive.
Dog friendly
One review specifically notes that dogs are welcome, which adds flexibility for a relaxed daytime visit.
Easy parking
Several reviews mention convenient parking outside or nearby, useful given the venue’s warehouse-district setting.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Matcha. Order the authentic matcha if you care about traditional preparation; one reviewer rated the matcha shot 10/10.
Tour Upstairs. Ask to see the bonsai garden and upper floor; the property includes a bonsai room, garden and private dining room.
Plan Parking. Parking is described as easy, with space outside and RTA paid parking nearby, but the location itself can be hidden.
Book Lunch. For better value, consider the business lunch: it includes three courses and a drink, coffee or mocktail for 59 AED.
Check Music. If live music suits your visit, reviews mention a Friday pianist and Thursday open mic evenings.
Bring Your Dog. Dogs are welcome according to one review, making the café a possible choice for a relaxed outing with a pet.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Jreena street 45 Al Quoz High Street Warehouse 10 - behind GMC Showroom
Al Qouz Ind.third - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Authentic matcha
The authentic matcha is a standout for visitors looking for a traditional matcha drink in Dubai.
Business lunch
A reported lunch package includes three courses and a drink, coffee or mocktail, making it the clearest value option mentioned.
Common Concerns
Premium pricing
One reviewer says Bocasu leans premium, so the full menu may not suit every budget.
Hidden location
The venue can be easy to miss from outside, so allow a little extra time to find it.
Drink suggestion
A reviewer felt the soda-based drinks would be better with a more natural sweetener and sparkling water.
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The Bottom Line
Bocasu Specialty Coffee is more than a coffee stop. In Al Quoz, it combines Japanese-inspired dining with specialty coffee in a carefully designed space centred on bonsai trees. You can come for sushi or hand rolls, the seaweed salad, authentic matcha, or the much-mentioned Shiro Kaffe tiramisu; the menu also includes creative drinks such as wasabi coffee.
The setting is a major part of the appeal. Reviewers describe a calm, intimate interior with muted lighting, comfortable music and bonsai displays that make the warehouse venue feel unexpectedly gallery-like. There is also a bonsai garden and a second floor with private dining and event-friendly spaces.
Live piano has been mentioned on Fridays, while another review notes an open mic on Thursdays, so check the schedule if music matters to you. Service is consistently described as warm, attentive and professional. Parking is considered easy by reviewers, with space outside and RTA paid parking nearby, although the location can be hidden from the street.
Dogs are welcome according to one customer. Pricing leans premium on the regular menu, but the reported business lunch is notable value at 59 AED for three courses and a drink, coffee or mocktail. For a first visit, the matcha, seaweed salad and tiramisu are the clearest starting points.