Shisha seating
Separate smoking and non-smoking areas let families and shisha groups choose different spaces.
Chez Michel Dubai Restaurant & Coffee Shop
Trade Centre
Chez Michel is a Lebanese restaurant and coffee shop in Trade Centre, with indoor and outdoor seating plus a separate shisha area. Reviews point to generous mixed grills, seafood platters and a notably substantial steak sandwich, making it useful for meals around World Trade Centre events or late-night coffee and shisha.
Reputation Score
3.7
★★★★☆
544 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Late hours
Several reviews describe the restaurant as open 24/7, useful after exhibitions or for late-night food and coffee.
Large portions
A reviewer described the seafood platter as huge, while another found the steak sandwich a big serving with salad and fries.
Lamb chops
Lamb chops receive some of the strongest dish-specific praise, including a description of soft, succulent chops with Lebanese flavour.
Event location
Its position beside World Trade Centre makes it convenient for exhibitors and visitors needing a meal during or after an event.
Friendly staff
Multiple reviews mention courteous, cooperative or friendly staff, although service feedback is not consistent.
What to Eat at Chez Michel Dubai Restaurant & Coffee Shop 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 Chez Michel Dubai Restaurant & Coffee Shop, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Chez Michel Dubai Restaurant & Coffee Shop, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Lentil soup Net +3
“Started with Lentil Soup: it is the staple of Middleastern dish. It was thick and creamy.”
Positive 3Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Started with Lentil Soup: it is the staple of Middleastern dish. It was thick and creamy.”January 2020
“Lentil soup was good, but the best was the seafood platter which had Jumbo shrimps, Calamari, grilled salmon and hamour fish.”January 2020
Honorable mentions (25)
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Lamb chops Net +1
“The lamb chops are the best tasting ones I tried (could be a bit larger, but its a medium priced meal).”
Positive 2Negative 1
Review excerpts
“The lamb chops are the best tasting ones I tried (could be a bit larger, but its a medium priced meal).”December 2018
“The best lentils soup and lamb chops Dubai”December 2018
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Arayes kofta platter Net +1
“~ Arayes Kofta platter : Baked pita sandwiches stuffed with minced lamb, spices served with salad and sauce. It was delicious and was a perfect appetiser.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“~ Arayes Kofta platter : Baked pita sandwiches stuffed with minced lamb, spices served with salad and sauce. It was delicious and was a perfect appetiser.”February 2020
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Cheese pastries Net +1
“It was freshly baked Meat, Spinach and Cheese pastries , very crispy and delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“It was freshly baked Meat, Spinach and Cheese pastries , very crispy and delicious.”January 2020
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Cheese spring roll Net +1
“Cheese spring roll - crunchy from outside and cheese from within, these were perfect.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Cheese spring roll - crunchy from outside and cheese from within, these were perfect.”January 2020
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Cheesecake Net +1
“The Cheesecake was drizzled with honey and it was super soft and cheesy.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Cheesecake was drizzled with honey and it was super soft and cheesy.”January 2020
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Chez michel burger platter Net +1
“~ Chez Michel Burger platter : Huge burger with minced meat patty, turkey ham and eggs served with French fries. Kids favourite and vanished in no time.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“~ Chez Michel Burger platter : Huge burger with minced meat patty, turkey ham and eggs served with French fries. Kids favourite and vanished in no time.”February 2020
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Chicken escalope Net +1
“Chicken Escalope- Chicken breast coated with bread crumbs, deep fried and topped with melted cheese. Serves with side of fries and a small soup. This was good too.”
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Review excerpts
“Chicken Escalope- Chicken breast coated with bread crumbs, deep fried and topped with melted cheese. Serves with side of fries and a small soup. This was good too.”January 2020
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Chicken fajita sizzler Net +1
“We further had chicken fajita sizzler, chez michael special pizza, grilled prawns, chicken seekh kebabs and orange juice. Their grilled prawns and sizzler were our personal favorite picks. Extremely fresh and mouthwatering.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We further had chicken fajita sizzler, chez michael special pizza, grilled prawns, chicken seekh kebabs and orange juice. Their grilled prawns and sizzler were our personal favorite picks. Extremely fresh and mouthwatering.”January 2020
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Chicken mandi Net +1
“It was the Chicken Mandi .The Mandi is a combination of Rice,chicken and Spices. The Mandi was fragrant and delicious .”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“It was the Chicken Mandi .The Mandi is a combination of Rice,chicken and Spices. The Mandi was fragrant and delicious .”January 2020
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Fattouch Net +1
“We ordered their fattouch and that was one of the finest salads that I have tasted in Dubai owing to the authenticity of the Labanese culture.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We ordered their fattouch and that was one of the finest salads that I have tasted in Dubai owing to the authenticity of the Labanese culture.”January 2020
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French fries Net +1
“I like the french pries that come son the side, fine dining french fries and not the fast food type”
Positive 1Negative 0Neutral 1
Review excerpts
“I like the french pries that come son the side, fine dining french fries and not the fast food type”June 2016
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Grilled chicken Net +1
“Some dishes are very poor but the grilled chicken is delicious every time. Service can be very slow during busy times (especially conferences). Prices increase during a conference and the menu is limited.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Some dishes are very poor but the grilled chicken is delicious every time. Service can be very slow during busy times (especially conferences). Prices increase during a conference and the menu is limited.”July 2016
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Grilled hamour Net +1
“It was grilled hamour with grilled jumbo prawns 🦐. Fish was perfectly grilled and tasted good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“It was grilled hamour with grilled jumbo prawns 🦐. Fish was perfectly grilled and tasted good.”January 2020
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Grilled prawns Net +1
“We further had chicken fajita sizzler, chez michael special pizza, grilled prawns, chicken seekh kebabs and orange juice. Their grilled prawns and sizzler were our personal favorite picks. Extremely fresh and mouthwatering.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We further had chicken fajita sizzler, chez michael special pizza, grilled prawns, chicken seekh kebabs and orange juice. Their grilled prawns and sizzler were our personal favorite picks. Extremely fresh and mouthwatering.”January 2020
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Grilled sea food platter Net +1
“~ Grilled sea food platter: Huge platter with grilled white fish, salmon, jumbo shrimp and squid rings with deep fried potato wedges served with grilled lemon and sauce. The squid rings were crispy and very tasty.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“~ Grilled sea food platter: Huge platter with grilled white fish, salmon, jumbo shrimp and squid rings with deep fried potato wedges served with grilled lemon and sauce. The squid rings were crispy and very tasty.”February 2020
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Large mixed seafood grill Net +1
“We had the Large Mixed Seafood Grill. It was a platter of Shrimps, Calamari, Salmon, Hamour fish and wedges. It was a plate full of fresh flavours.It not only looked good, but tasted amazing too.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had the Large Mixed Seafood Grill. It was a platter of Shrimps, Calamari, Salmon, Hamour fish and wedges. It was a plate full of fresh flavours.It not only looked good, but tasted amazing too.”January 2020
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Meat pastries Net +1
“It was freshly baked Meat, Spinach and Cheese pastries , very crispy and delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“It was freshly baked Meat, Spinach and Cheese pastries , very crispy and delicious.”January 2020
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Mint polo Net +1
“Mint polo- Lemon mint mojito. Very refreshing. Recommended.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Mint polo- Lemon mint mojito. Very refreshing. Recommended.”January 2020
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Mix grill Net +1
“Mix grill - Mix grill platter with assortment of succulent kebabs. Served with a side of fries. The seekh kebab was delicious. Recommended.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Mix grill - Mix grill platter with assortment of succulent kebabs. Served with a side of fries. The seekh kebab was delicious. Recommended.”January 2020
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Mixed meat pizza Net +1
“~ Pizza : Mixed meat pizza with mixture of mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese. It was scrumptious and as a meat lover it’s my favourite pizza ever.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“~ Pizza : Mixed meat pizza with mixture of mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese. It was scrumptious and as a meat lover it’s my favourite pizza ever.”February 2020
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Phili sandwiches Net +1
“When I walked in that restaurant at night after a whole day in the event in WTC Dubai I never thought that I will be eating one of the best phili sandwiches ever”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“When I walked in that restaurant at night after a whole day in the event in WTC Dubai I never thought that I will be eating one of the best phili sandwiches ever”June 2016
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Sea food soup Net +1
“* Sea food soup : This was healthy meal-in-a-bowl with shrimps, crab meat, calamari and loads of chopped veggies.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“* Sea food soup : This was healthy meal-in-a-bowl with shrimps, crab meat, calamari and loads of chopped veggies.”February 2020
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Spinach pastries Net +1
“It was freshly baked Meat, Spinach and Cheese pastries , very crispy and delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“It was freshly baked Meat, Spinach and Cheese pastries , very crispy and delicious.”January 2020
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Steak sandwich Net +1
“Just tried the Steak sandwich and it was superb! Big serving with salad and fries for sides. The bread used was perfect, not too soft and not that hard to chew. The steak alongside all other ingredients such as mushroom, vegetable, herbs and cheese blends well.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Just tried the Steak sandwich and it was superb! Big serving with salad and fries for sides. The bread used was perfect, not too soft and not that hard to chew. The steak alongside all other ingredients such as mushroom, vegetable, herbs and cheese blends well.”November 2021
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Seafood platter Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Seafood Platter. As i am not a person who enjoys all kind of seafood so though to try only fish and prawns. It was grilled hamour with grilled jumbo prawns 🦐. Fish was perfectly grilled and tasted good. Prawns i felt was bit hard and chewy.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 5
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Cappuccino Net +1
“~ Cappuccino : It was perfect for a chilled weather outside as we chose outdoor dining area.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“~ Cappuccino : It was perfect for a chilled weather outside as we chose outdoor dining area.”February 2020
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Lemonade with mint Net +1
“Lemonade with Mint : Love Mint and Lemon and this one was good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Lemonade with Mint : Love Mint and Lemon and this one was good.”January 2020
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Orange juice Net +1
“As usual ordered my all time favorite orange juice it was refreshing.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“As usual ordered my all time favorite orange juice it was refreshing.”January 2020
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Pineapple juice Net +1
“Pineapple Juice : It was fresh & good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Pineapple Juice : It was fresh & good.”January 2020
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Water melon juice Net +1
“Loved the water melon juice too. Simple and light.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Loved the water melon juice too. Simple and light.”January 2020
What to Avoid (2)
Food 2
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Grilled jumbo prawns Net −1
“It was grilled hamour with grilled jumbo prawns 🦐. Fish was perfectly grilled and tasted good. Prawns i felt was bit hard and chewy.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“It was grilled hamour with grilled jumbo prawns 🦐. Fish was perfectly grilled and tasted good. Prawns i felt was bit hard and chewy.”January 2020
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Carrot cake Net −2
“Dessert - Carrot cake - Was quite dense. Not overly sweet.”
Positive 0Negative 2
Critical review excerpts
“Dessert - Carrot cake - Was quite dense. Not overly sweet.”January 2020
“~ Carrot cake : Bit disappointed as the cake was not carrot cake. It was a normal frosted sponge cake with cream. The taste was just ok.”February 2020
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose seating. Ask for the non-smoking family section if you want to avoid shisha smoke; the restaurant divides smokers and non-smokers.
Try grills. For a first order, consider the mixed grill or lamb chops rather than pizza, both of which receive stronger dish-specific feedback.
Avoid rush. Visit outside conference and exhibition rushes if timing matters; one review reports slow service especially during busy conferences.
Check shisha. Ask for the current shisha charge before ordering, since several customers considered the AED100 price excessive.
Check parking. If you are attending a World Trade Centre event or visiting on a weekend, ask about parking conditions; one reviewer reported free parking then.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Hotel Apartment - Shop No.7,Block A, Dubai World - Sheikh Zayed Rd
Trade Centre - Trade Centre 2, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
High pricing
Several customers felt the food and drinks were expensive for the quality, including a small portion of lamb chops priced at 20 USD.
Slow service
Some visits involved waits exceeding 30 minutes, with delays particularly noticeable during busy conferences and exhibitions.
No Wi-Fi
One customer was told Wi-Fi was unavailable because it had not been paid for, limiting the cafe's usefulness for working.
Limited vegetarian
A reviewer who requested a fully vegetarian meal was told the vegetarian menu was limited.
Pizza inconsistency
One customer disliked the pizza bread and quality, and also reported a long delivery wait.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
100 Aed + 5AED tax
Sheesha (hookah)
“100 Aed + 5AED tax just for 1 sheesha(hookah)”Google review · February 2019
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The Bottom Line
Chez Michel is a Lebanese restaurant and coffee shop in Trade Centre, right beside the World Trade Centre event area. It suits exhibitors, families and late-night diners who want a broad menu rather than a narrowly Lebanese one. Reviews mention mixed grill, lamb chops, seafood platters, steaks, pizza and shisha, with indoor, outdoor, smoking and non-smoking seating.
The strongest food feedback is specific. The steak sandwich was described as a big serving with salad and fries, while the lamb chops were called soft, succulent and a standout dish. Seafood platters also attract praise for jumbo prawns, calamari, salmon and hamour fish.
Portions are often described as generous, and fresh juices and coffee are available. There are trade-offs. Prices are repeatedly called high for the quality, and drinks can be surprisingly costly.
Service reviews range from quick and friendly to waits of more than 30 minutes, with conference periods singled out as particularly slow. Wi-Fi was unavailable in one visit, and vegetarian choices were described as limited. Ask about the smoking section and current shisha price before settling in.
For better timing, avoid busy exhibition or conference periods. A reviewer also reported free parking during WTC events and on weekends.
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