Fountain views
The terrace looks towards the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa, with some diners timing meals around the show.
Carluccio's - Italian Restaurant in Dubai Mall
Downtown Dubai
Carluccio’s is a contemporary Italian cafe-deli in Downtown Dubai, serving familiar dishes such as fresh pasta and pizza alongside breakfast options. The Dubai Mall branch is especially appealing for terrace dining, where customers can watch the Dubai Fountain with Burj Khalifa views.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
8,105 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Pasta quality
The Rigatoni Prawns & Pistachio is repeatedly praised, including for balanced flavours and perfectly al dente pasta.
Breakfast value
The unlimited breakfast can include generous portions and dishes such as shakshuka and Egg Florentine.
Outdoor seating
The outdoor area is described as calm and spacious, with comfortable table spacing for conversation.
Family friendly
The restaurant has kids’ breakfasts, and one review describes a smooth birthday meal with parents and alcohol-free drinks.
Pet friendly
One customer was able to dine with a seven-month-old husky.
Consistent service
Reviews describe service as attentive and efficient even during a busy fountain-show period.
What to Eat at Carluccio's - Italian Restaurant in Dubai Mall 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 Carluccio's - Italian Restaurant in Dubai Mall, 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 Carluccio's - Italian Restaurant in Dubai Mall got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Rigatoni prawns & pistachio pasta Net +3
“The Diavola pizza was delicious with just the right amount of spice, and the Rigatoni Prawn & Pistachio was outstanding. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, and the flavors were well balanced. Both dishes were so good that we would definitely order them again.”
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“The Diavola pizza was delicious with just the right amount of spice, and the Rigatoni Prawn & Pistachio was outstanding. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, and the flavors were well balanced. Both dishes were so good that we would definitely order them again.”July 2026
“We tried the Rigatoni Prawns & Pistachio Pasta and the Capricciosa Pizza, and both dishes were absolutely delicious. The pasta was flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the pizza was fresh and packed with great toppings.”July 2026
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Breakfast buffet Net +2
“Thanks to the team at Carluccio’s Dubai Mall for a lovely breakfast buffet! The food was great, and the cherry on top was the warm, welcoming service.”
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“Thanks to the team at Carluccio’s Dubai Mall for a lovely breakfast buffet! The food was great, and the cherry on top was the warm, welcoming service.”April 2026
“I had the breakfast buffet for 79 AED eat all you can from 9 to 11 AM add 10 AED for Coffee or ajuices. The staff were wonderful, especially Pewee, thank you for being so accommodating! The food was good, though the options were fewer compared to other breakfast buffets I’ve tried, but the portions were decent. Still, I definitely recommend it for the view and the excellent service.”December 2025
Honorable mentions (22)
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All you can eat breakfast Net +1
“Totally worth it, Marlon was amazing at explaining how the all you can eat breakfast works. Everything as fresh and the food arrived fast. Would definitely come back!”
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“Totally worth it, Marlon was amazing at explaining how the all you can eat breakfast works. Everything as fresh and the food arrived fast. Would definitely come back!”April 2026
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Bruschetta Net +1
“We had an amazing time and truly enjoyed the birthday menu options—my mom especially loved the bruschetta.”
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“We had an amazing time and truly enjoyed the birthday menu options—my mom especially loved the bruschetta.”March 2026
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Calamari Net +1
“Had a great lunch in the restaurant, ordered chicken caesar salad, calamari and rigatoni prawns and pistachio.... yummy 😋”
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“Had a great lunch in the restaurant, ordered chicken caesar salad, calamari and rigatoni prawns and pistachio.... yummy 😋”July 2026
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Capricciosa pizza Net +1
“We tried the Rigatoni Prawns & Pistachio Pasta and the Capricciosa Pizza, and both dishes were absolutely delicious. The pasta was flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the pizza was fresh and packed with great toppings.”
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“We tried the Rigatoni Prawns & Pistachio Pasta and the Capricciosa Pizza, and both dishes were absolutely delicious. The pasta was flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the pizza was fresh and packed with great toppings.”July 2026
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Carrot cake Net +1
“Can’t wait to comeback very soon to enjoy the large variety of food and their absolutely delicious carrot cake (one of the best in Dubai)”
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“Can’t wait to comeback very soon to enjoy the large variety of food and their absolutely delicious carrot cake (one of the best in Dubai)”March 2026
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Chicken caesar salad Net +1
“Had a great lunch in the restaurant, ordered chicken caesar salad, calamari and rigatoni prawns and pistachio.... yummy 😋”
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“Had a great lunch in the restaurant, ordered chicken caesar salad, calamari and rigatoni prawns and pistachio.... yummy 😋”July 2026
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Creamy pesto pasta Net +1
“The creamy pesto pasta was rich and comforting, while the seafood pasta was perfectly cooked with fresh seafood and a well-balanced sauce.”
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“The creamy pesto pasta was rich and comforting, while the seafood pasta was perfectly cooked with fresh seafood and a well-balanced sauce.”May 2026
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Diavola pizza Net +1
“The Diavola pizza was delicious with just the right amount of spice, and the Rigatoni Prawn & Pistachio was outstanding.”
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“The Diavola pizza was delicious with just the right amount of spice, and the Rigatoni Prawn & Pistachio was outstanding.”July 2026
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Egg florentine Net +1
“The Shakshuka was amazingly delicious plus the Egg Florentine 😭😭 so yummy.”
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“The Shakshuka was amazingly delicious plus the Egg Florentine 😭😭 so yummy.”May 2026
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Eggs benedict Net +1
“The Smashed Avocado with eggs was vibrant and perfectly seasoned, the Eggs Benedict pure class with silky hollandaise, and the stuffed croissant buttery, indulgent, and executed to perfection.”
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“The Smashed Avocado with eggs was vibrant and perfectly seasoned, the Eggs Benedict pure class with silky hollandaise, and the stuffed croissant buttery, indulgent, and executed to perfection.”February 2026
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Ginger ale Net +1
“The homemade Ginger Ale was beautifully balanced - refreshing, crisp, and crafted with real finesse.”
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“The homemade Ginger Ale was beautifully balanced - refreshing, crisp, and crafted with real finesse.”February 2026
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Ice cream Net +1
“We opted for the alcohol-free drinks and finished off with ice cream, which was the perfect ending to the meal.”
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“We opted for the alcohol-free drinks and finished off with ice cream, which was the perfect ending to the meal.”March 2026
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Magnifica breakky Net +1
“We enjoyed our Sunday breakfast here in Carluccio’s. They have huge portions, fresh and tasty food. We highly recommend the Magnifica breakky.”
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“We enjoyed our Sunday breakfast here in Carluccio’s. They have huge portions, fresh and tasty food. We highly recommend the Magnifica breakky.”March 2026
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Penne alfredo Net +1
“We ordered the Verdure pizza, Penne Alfredo, and a salmon dish, and all of them tasted fresh and flavorful.”
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“We ordered the Verdure pizza, Penne Alfredo, and a salmon dish, and all of them tasted fresh and flavorful.”June 2026
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Scalopini Net +1
“The pizza was very nice and the scalopini was excellent — really well cooked and full of flavour. For our personal taste, the dishes had a little more sauce than we prefer, but they were still very enjoyable.”
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“The pizza was very nice and the scalopini was excellent — really well cooked and full of flavour. For our personal taste, the dishes had a little more sauce than we prefer, but they were still very enjoyable.”December 2025
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Seafood pasta Net +1
“The creamy pesto pasta was rich and comforting, while the seafood pasta was perfectly cooked with fresh seafood and a well-balanced sauce.”
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“The creamy pesto pasta was rich and comforting, while the seafood pasta was perfectly cooked with fresh seafood and a well-balanced sauce.”May 2026
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Shakshuka Net +1
“The Shakshuka was amazingly delicious plus the Egg Florentine 😭😭 so yummy.”
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“The Shakshuka was amazingly delicious plus the Egg Florentine 😭😭 so yummy.”May 2026
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Smashed avocado with eggs Net +1
“The Smashed Avocado with eggs was vibrant and perfectly seasoned, the Eggs Benedict pure class with silky hollandaise, and the stuffed croissant buttery, indulgent, and executed to perfection.”
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“The Smashed Avocado with eggs was vibrant and perfectly seasoned, the Eggs Benedict pure class with silky hollandaise, and the stuffed croissant buttery, indulgent, and executed to perfection.”February 2026
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Stuffed croissant Net +1
“The Smashed Avocado with eggs was vibrant and perfectly seasoned, the Eggs Benedict pure class with silky hollandaise, and the stuffed croissant buttery, indulgent, and executed to perfection.”
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“The Smashed Avocado with eggs was vibrant and perfectly seasoned, the Eggs Benedict pure class with silky hollandaise, and the stuffed croissant buttery, indulgent, and executed to perfection.”February 2026
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Tiramisu Net +1
“The tiramisu was great and the portion sizes were very generous.”
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“The tiramisu was great and the portion sizes were very generous.”December 2025
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Unlimited breakfast Net +1
“We had the unlimited breakfast and absolutely loved it! Everything was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. A special thank you to Marlon for his excellent service, friendly attitude, and attention to detail. He made our experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!”
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“We had the unlimited breakfast and absolutely loved it! Everything was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. A special thank you to Marlon for his excellent service, friendly attitude, and attention to detail. He made our experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!”June 2026
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Verdure pizza Net +1
“We ordered the Verdure pizza, Penne Alfredo, and a salmon dish, and all of them tasted fresh and flavorful.”
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“We ordered the Verdure pizza, Penne Alfredo, and a salmon dish, and all of them tasted fresh and flavorful.”June 2026
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Americano Net +1
“When my mom wanted coffee, Ricardo even gave helpful suggestions, and she enjoyed her Americano very much.”
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“When my mom wanted coffee, Ricardo even gave helpful suggestions, and she enjoyed her Americano very much.”June 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Big breakfast Net −1
“So we decided to order the big breakfast and the vegetarian version instead with coffees. They do offer kids breakfasts though we didn’t order one. For 82 AED each you don’t get a lot - which is a shame - though we had vouchers and managed to get a BOGOF deal. One of our breakfasts had to be sent back as the eggs were raw. Breakfasts were pretty small and the food tasted average. Mushrooms weren’t well seasoned and the avocado was barely ready to be eaten. Coffees were poor which is surprising being an Italian place.”
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Critical review excerpts
“So we decided to order the big breakfast and the vegetarian version instead with coffees. They do offer kids breakfasts though we didn’t order one. For 82 AED each you don’t get a lot - which is a shame - though we had vouchers and managed to get a BOGOF deal. One of our breakfasts had to be sent back as the eggs were raw. Breakfasts were pretty small and the food tasted average. Mushrooms weren’t well seasoned and the avocado was barely ready to be eaten. Coffees were poor which is surprising being an Italian place.”January 2026
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Vegetarian version Net −1
“So we decided to order the big breakfast and the vegetarian version instead with coffees. They do offer kids breakfasts though we didn’t order one. For 82 AED each you don’t get a lot - which is a shame - though we had vouchers and managed to get a BOGOF deal. One of our breakfasts had to be sent back as the eggs were raw. Breakfasts were pretty small and the food tasted average. Mushrooms weren’t well seasoned and the avocado was barely ready to be eaten. Coffees were poor which is surprising being an Italian place.”
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Critical review excerpts
“So we decided to order the big breakfast and the vegetarian version instead with coffees. They do offer kids breakfasts though we didn’t order one. For 82 AED each you don’t get a lot - which is a shame - though we had vouchers and managed to get a BOGOF deal. One of our breakfasts had to be sent back as the eggs were raw. Breakfasts were pretty small and the food tasted average. Mushrooms weren’t well seasoned and the avocado was barely ready to be eaten. Coffees were poor which is surprising being an Italian place.”January 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Time the show. For a fountain-view dinner, plan around the show; one review says it runs every 30 minutes.
Choose terrace. Ask for outdoor seating if the view matters: reviews specifically mention the terrace’s Burj Khalifa outlook.
Check breakfast. Confirm the current breakfast offer and inspect egg doneness, as one customer found a posted deal was no longer honoured.
Compare buffet value. If choosing the buffet, ask about the current options first; one diner found the selection narrower than at other buffets.
Visit cooler months. Outdoor seating is especially attractive when the weather is cooler, according to a breakfast review.
Reserve ahead. Reservations were reported to be easy even during a packed fountain-show period, so booking is sensible for busy dates.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dubai Mall, Lower Ground Floor - Financial Ctr St
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
No alcohol
Alcoholic drinks are not served, which one diner felt was a drawback with the Italian menu.
Premium pricing
A diner felt the bill was on the expensive side, viewing the fountain scenery as part of what they paid for.
Breakfast inconsistency
One breakfast review reported raw eggs, small portions, poorly seasoned mushrooms and an underripe avocado.
Limited buffet choice
The breakfast buffet was described as having fewer options than other breakfast buffets.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
70 AED
all-you-can-eat breakfast
“We initially came with our toddler for the 70 AED offer shown on Facebook - for all you can eat breakfast - but apparently they weren’t honouring that deal any more”Google review · January 2026
79 AED
breakfast buffet
“I had the breakfast buffet for 79 AED eat all you can from 9 to 11 AM add 10 AED for Coffee or ajuices”Google review · December 2025
10 AED
Coffee or juices
“I had the breakfast buffet for 79 AED eat all you can from 9 to 11 AM add 10 AED for Coffee or ajuices”Google review · December 2025
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The Bottom Line
Carluccio’s Dubai Mall is an Italian cafe-deli in Downtown Dubai, with indoor and outdoor tables and a particularly strong setting beside the fountain. Come for familiar Italian food such as the Rigatoni Prawns & Pistachio, Diavola pizza or a generous breakfast, then stay for the Burj Khalifa view and fountain show. Breakfast is a notable draw.
Reviews mention unlimited breakfast, Magnifica breakky, shakshuka and Egg Florentine, while another customer praised the Smashed Avocado with eggs and Eggs Benedict. The experience is not completely consistent, though: one diner found the 82 AED breakfast small, encountered raw eggs and thought the coffee was poor. Another found the buffet selection narrower than at comparable buffets.
The terrace is the main reason to plan your timing. One review notes that the fountain show runs every 30 minutes, and several diners enjoyed watching it while eating. Prices can feel high because of the setting, and alcohol is not served.
Kids’ breakfasts are available, and a review also describes pet-friendly dining, so it can work for family or casual post-shopping meals. Booking ahead makes sense during busy show periods.