Café Kitsuné - H Residence

Name: Café Kitsuné - H Residence
Address: Al Wasl Rd, Al Safa, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971507303622

Al Safa

Restaurant Open now 0 507 303 622

Café Kitsuné in Al Safa combines a calm, Parisian-style setting with Maison Kitsuné merchandise, matcha drinks, coffee and light meals. Reviews make it especially appealing for a matcha break, pastries or brunch dishes such as French toast and fluffy pancakes.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

910 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Matcha drinks

Matcha is a consistent highlight, from the Coconut Matcha Cloud and mango matcha to iced and salted vanilla versions.

Strong coffee

Many reviewers describe the coffee as smooth, rich and well made, with the Spanish Latte praised for balanced sweetness.

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What to Eat at Café Kitsuné - H Residence

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Café Kitsuné - H Residence, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 2

Carbonara udon Net +2

“was having dinner with friend here, the place was so cozy.. the food was amazing, especially the Carbonara Udon 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Salmon Carpaccio dressing was incredible, superb fresh!”
Pistachio tart Net +2

“Pistachio tart is superb!”

Honorable mentions (28)

French toast Net +1

“The French toast is very nice yet for thr price its small”
Aglio olio pasta Net +1

“They also have the best aglio olio pasta!”
Avocado toast Net +1

“The Avocado Toast was a revelation - perfectly ripe avocado on toasted sourdough, a delightful combination of textures and flavors.”
Avocado toast with scrambled eggs Net +1

“While the coffee may not have been exceptional, the avocado toast with scrambled eggs stands out as a highlight. The smooth and flavorful avocado paired perfectly with the fluffy scrambled eggs, creating a satisfying breakfast option.”
Blossom vanilla tart Net +1

“The blossom vanilla tart was light and tasty, and the mango matcha was refreshing.”
Burrata Net +1

“I went to try their iced matcha as my friend recommended and ended up trying the Burrata and club sandwich too, the burrata was amazing I loved it, it came with some toasted bread and balsamic vinegar, loved it, the club sandwich was a bit bigger than I expected but was still serving, I have no other words than it might be my favorite club sandwich, the matcha was good too”
Caramelised banana cake Net +1

“Charming & elegant café, cozy vibe, welcoming staffs, freshly brewed coffee & the best caramelised banana cake (to die for) 😋 the matcha marble cake is so so good too 💚”
Chicken katasu sando’s Net +1

“The food is so delicious and the portion is enough per person highly recommend the chicken katasu sando’s and their signature date cake.”
Chocolate croissant Net +1

“The only thing that was okay is chocolate croissant that we shared between us because we were hungry))”
Club sandwich Net +1

“I went to try their iced matcha as my friend recommended and ended up trying the Burrata and club sandwich too, the burrata was amazing I loved it, it came with some toasted bread and balsamic vinegar, loved it, the club sandwich was a bit bigger than I expected but was still serving, I have no other words than it might be my favorite club sandwich, the matcha was good too”
Cookie matcha Net +1

“Tried this place out for desserts and some ice matcha, I liked their cookie matcha and rose pearl cake, both were delicious, their chocolate and matcha fox shortbread were OK.”
Croissant Net +1

“Their croissant was a delight, perfectly flaky and delicious.”
Croque monsieur Net +1

“We ordered Iced Spanish Latte, White matcha, croque monsieur and kouign croissant. Iced spanish latte was perfect, it was not too sweet and not too bitter. My friend had the white matcha and she liked it. (We didn't get the chance to see the name of this female staff but she offered to wipe the cup before serving it as the matcha spilled slightly on the side of the cup. It was very thoughtful of her) Croque monsieur was really nice, oozing with cheese!”
Egg frittata Net +1

“Breakfast: egg frittata was delicious.”
Eggs benedict with bacon Net +1

“Tried the various sandos (they even got the famous scrambled egg ones from Japan as well as katsu chicken and wagyu beef) and eggs benedict with bacon as well as matcha marble cake and matcha cookie and everything was delicious.”
Granolla plate Net +1

“Granolla plate is also very yummy but also very small for the price.”
Japanese fluffy pancakes with whipped cream, maple syrup, and red fruits Net +1

“The food is exquisite. We had the breakfast sandwich, and the Japanese fluffy pancakes with whipped cream, maple syrup, and red fruits were absolutely amazing.”
Kouign croissant Net +1

“We ordered Iced Spanish Latte, White matcha, croque monsieur and kouign croissant. Iced spanish latte was perfect, it was not too sweet and not too bitter. My friend had the white matcha and she liked it. (We didn't get the chance to see the name of this female staff but she offered to wipe the cup before serving it as the matcha spilled slightly on the side of the cup. It was very thoughtful of her) Croque monsieur was really nice, oozing with cheese! Kouign - I think this was the best, the cashew butter was amazing.”
Lobster roll Net +1

“We enjoyed the lobster roll and carbonara udon.”
Matcha chocolat cake Net +1

“I had a Green tea and a matcha chocolat cake. Both were absolutely spot on. The tea was strong and smooth, and the pastry was fresh and buttery.”
Matcha cookie Net +1

“Tried the various sandos (they even got the famous scrambled egg ones from Japan as well as katsu chicken and wagyu beef) and eggs benedict with bacon as well as matcha marble cake and matcha cookie and everything was delicious.”
Raspberry pearl cake Net +1

“The breakfast was good but the raspberry pearl cake that we had was delicious and well designed.”
Rose pearl cake Net +1

“Tried this place out for desserts and some ice matcha, I liked their cookie matcha and rose pearl cake, both were delicious, their chocolate and matcha fox shortbread were OK.”
Salmon avocado toast Net +1

“The salmon avocado toast was another standout, fresh, well-balanced, and beautifully presented.”
Salmon carpaccio Net +1

“was having dinner with friend here, the place was so cozy.. the food was amazing, especially the Carbonara Udon 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Salmon Carpaccio dressing was incredible, superb fresh!”
Scrambled eggs with bacon Net +1

“Additionally, the scrambled eggs with bacon pleased my son's palate, adding to the variety of choices available.”
Signature date cake Net +1

“The food is so delicious and the portion is enough per person highly recommend the chicken katasu sando’s and their signature date cake.”
Smashed burger Net +1

“The food was absolutely amazing, the smashed burger, was incredibly flavorful and served with a perfectly soft and delicious bun, plus a well-fried french fries.”

Drinks 3

Matcha latte Net +3

“The matcha latte was excellent.”
Spanish latte Net +3

“Little busy but cute café to drink and chat with a nice view and best atmosphere I like to sip matcha or spanish latte here, but both drinks & desserts are good. There are a few seats available but it gets crowded fast.”
Mango matcha Net +2

“I also tried the mango matcha, and it was a refreshing delight.”

Honorable mentions (9)

Coconut matcha cloud Net +1

“I ordered the Coconut Matcha Cloud and it was absolutely delicious — refreshing, creamy, and perfectly balanced. ✨🥥🍵”
Green tea Net +1

“I had a Green tea and a matcha chocolat cake. Both were absolutely spot on. The tea was strong and smooth, and the pastry was fresh and buttery.”
Iced matcha Net +1

“I went to try their iced matcha as my friend recommended and ended up trying the Burrata and club sandwich too, the burrata was amazing I loved it, it came with some toasted bread and balsamic vinegar, loved it, the club sandwich was a bit bigger than I expected but was still serving, I have no other words than it might be my favorite club sandwich, the matcha was good too”
Iced spanish latte Net +1

“We ordered Iced Spanish Latte, White matcha, croque monsieur and kouign croissant. Iced spanish latte was perfect, it was not too sweet and not too bitter.”
Iced strawberry matcha latte Net +1

“Had an Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte and a Matcha Marble Cake Slice. Definitely would recommend xx Love the interior and lighting!!”
Matcha coffee Net +1

“Café Kitsuné’s matcha coffee exceeded expectations. The blend was refined, vibrant, and so enjoyable that I genuinely questioned whether I should start every important life decision with a cup of it.”
Salted vanilla matcha Net +1

“I tried the Salted Vanilla Matcha they recommended, and it was excellent. Paired with the pistachio tart, it was even better!”
White matcha Net +1

“We ordered Iced Spanish Latte, White matcha, croque monsieur and kouign croissant. Iced spanish latte was perfect, it was not too sweet and not too bitter. My friend had the white matcha and she liked it.”
Chocolate and matcha fox shortbread Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Tried this place out for desserts and some ice matcha, I liked their cookie matcha and rose pearl cake, both were delicious, their chocolate and matcha fox shortbread were OK.”

What to Avoid (4)

Food 2

Affogato Net −1

“In love with this brand, location is good, desserts are great, but coffee (we’ve ordered simple americano and affogato) a lil bit ordinary.”
Eggs benedict Net −1

“Eggs Benedict (their bestseller) is not just bad, it was a joke. None of us could consume it. Bread (muffin) under the egg was not fresh. We returned all 5 orders of it.”

Drinks 2

Americano Net −1

“In love with this brand, location is good, desserts are great, but coffee (we’ve ordered simple americano and affogato) a lil bit ordinary.”
Orange juice Net −1

“Orange juice cup was not full not sure why 😅”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Visit off-peak. Come outside busy periods if you want a seat; one review says the café gets crowded fast, especially around popular times.

Use a card. Pay by card if possible: a reviewer said getting change took a while when paying cash.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Al Wasl Rd

Al Safa 1 - Al Safa, Dubai

0 507 303 622

Mon	8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tue	8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wed	8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thu	8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Fri	8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sat	8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sun	8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

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Common Concerns

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Limited menu

The menu is not large, and one reviewer found the food variety limited.

Small portions

French toast and granola were described as tasty but small for their price.

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The Bottom Line

Café Kitsuné H Residence is a stylish café in Al Safa built around coffee, matcha, pastries and light meals. The reviews make the drinks the safest starting point: the Coconut Matcha Cloud, mango matcha and Spanish Latte all receive specific praise. For food, the Japanese fluffy pancakes, avocado toast, French toast and Carbonara Udon give the menu more range than a standard coffee stop.

The setting is one of its strongest draws. Reviewers describe a calm, minimalist interior with Parisian touches, while the outdoor area is shaded but relatively small. It suits a relaxed catch-up, quiet morning or casual work session, and one reviewer found breakfast kid-friendly.

Maison Kitsuné merchandise, including mugs, adds another reason for brand fans to browse. There are trade-offs. The menu and pastry selection can be limited, portions of dishes such as French toast and granola have been called small, and several customers find the pricing high.

Coffee is usually praised but has also been described as average or cold on individual visits. Parking is available at the entrance, with valet mentioned, but peak periods can bring crowds and seating pressure. Paying by card may save time, and it is worth confirming the exact matcha style when ordering.