Cinque Trattoria | FIVE Jumeirah Village

Cinque Trattoria | FIVE Jumeirah Village

Jumeirah Village Circle

Cinque Trattoria is an Italian restaurant in Jumeirah Village Circle, serving dishes such as wood-fired pizza and fresh pasta in a stylish, lively setting. Reviews also highlight its breakfast buffet, outdoor terrace and live-music evenings.

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1,764 ratings
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The Good Stuff

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Fresh pasta

Tagliatelle with Bolognese was praised for perfectly cooked pasta and a rich, flavourful sauce.

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Standout pizza

Pizza is repeatedly singled out, including a Margarita described as fresh, cheesy and perfectly baked.

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What to Eat at Cinque Trattoria | FIVE Jumeirah Village

These items at Cinque Trattoria | FIVE Jumeirah Village got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 4

  1. Sea bass Net +3
    “The food was really good — I ordered the sea bass and it was absolutely delicious. The cocktails were also amazing — so nice and sweet, just perfect.”
  2. Aranchini siciliani Net +2
    “My favorites are the Arancini and the sea bass main course, both are incredibly flavorful and perfectly prepared.”
  3. Grilled baby chicken Net +2
    “🍗 The grilled baby chicken was cooked to perfection. Juicy, tender, and impressively moist even in the chicken breast, it shows real skill in the kitchen.”
  4. Salmon Net +2
    “Highly recommend the Salmon for the main course.”
Honorable mentions (17)
  1. Beef fileto di manzo Net +1
    “Right from the Antipasti (Bruchetta, Fresh Burrata Salad, beef meat balls) to the main course of Sea Bass and Salmon and Beef Fileto Di manzo……was prepared to perfection.”
  2. Beef meat balls Net +1
    “Right from the Antipasti (Bruchetta, Fresh Burrata Salad, beef meat balls) to the main course of Sea Bass and Salmon and Beef Fileto Di manzo……was prepared to perfection.”
  3. Breakfast buffet Net +1
    “The breakfast buffet is available every day until 11:00 AM with plenty of variety, and from Thursday to Sunday, the selection is even more extensive.”
  4. Breakfast plate Net +1
    “I also enjoyed a hearty breakfast plate that included golden hash browns, crispy potato wedges, samosas, and a refreshing quinoa-corn salad.”
  5. Bruchetta Net +1
    “Right from the Antipasti (Bruchetta, Fresh Burrata Salad, beef meat balls) to the main course of Sea Bass and Salmon and Beef Fileto Di manzo……was prepared to perfection.”
  6. Cannoli siciliani Net +1
    “And don’t miss their cannoli siciliani and ice cream it's rich, creamy, and the perfect sweet finish to a great meal.”
  7. Fresh burrata salad Net +1
    “Right from the Antipasti (Bruchetta, Fresh Burrata Salad, beef meat balls) to the main course of Sea Bass and Salmon and Beef Fileto Di manzo……was prepared to perfection.”
  8. Homemade ice cream vanilla Net +1
    “For dessert, I had the homemade ice cream vanilla, which was a lovely finish to the meal.”
  9. Lamb chops Net +1
    “Amazing Italian food! Loved the pasta, lamb chops, and salad. Abhishek was super friendly and took care of everything. Highly recommend! ⭐️”
  10. Pappardelle with lamb ragù Net +1
    “I had the pappardelle with lamb ragù and it was just perfect.”
  11. Pistachio cake with icecream Net +1
    “And not forget the mouth watering Titamisu and Pistachio cake with icecream.”
  12. Profiteroles Net +1
    “He even let me try his profiteroles and a traditional Sicilian cannolo, both of which were absolutely outstanding.”
  13. Rich and creamy tiramisu Net +1
    “From the freshly baked bread to the rich and creamy tiramisu, every bite felt like a trip to Italy.”
  14. Tagliatelle with bolognese sauce Net +1
    “I ordered the tagliatelle with Bolognese sauce, and they were absolutely delicious. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was rich and full of flavor.”
  15. Titamisu Net +1
    “And not forget the mouth watering Titamisu and Pistachio cake with icecream.”
  16. Traditional sicilian cannolo Net +1
    “He even let me try his profiteroles and a traditional Sicilian cannolo, both of which were absolutely outstanding.”
  17. Yogurt chia pudding Net +1
    “The yogurt chia pudding in a glass jar was a lovely touch, balancing out the savory flavors with a light and creamy sweetness.”

Drinks 4

  1. Cappuccino Net +1
    “The cappuccino was smooth with a good crema, served in a rustic ceramic cup, while the iced latte was well-balanced – not too strong, not too milky – and refreshingly served with a sustainable straw.”
  2. Iced latte Net +1
    “The cappuccino was smooth with a good crema, served in a rustic ceramic cup, while the iced latte was well-balanced – not too strong, not too milky – and refreshingly served with a sustainable straw.”
  3. Margarita pizza Net +1
    “The food was delicious, especially the Margarita pizza, which was fresh, cheesy, and perfectly baked.”
  4. Spanish latte Net +1
    “Maddy makes one of the best coffees I have had, and his Spanish Latte is an absolute must-try.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Breakfast timing. For breakfast, arrive before 11:00 AM; Thursday to Sunday reportedly brings a broader buffet selection.

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Try pasta. Consider the tagliatelle with Bolognese or pappardelle with lamb ragù for two specifically praised pasta dishes.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Lazuward SW
Al Barsha South Fourth - Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai
Mon6:30 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Tue6:30 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Wed6:30 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Thu6:30 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Fri6:30 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Sat6:30 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Sun6:30 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 12:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Mixed pizza

One diner found the pizza poor, saying the tomato sauce tasted sour and the portions and quality were disappointing.

Pool etiquette

A reviewer was uncomfortable with guests swimming in pajamas and said staff did not address it.

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The Bottom Line

Cinque Trattoria is a hotel-based Italian restaurant in Jumeirah Village Circle with a choice of relaxed meals and livelier occasions. You can order pizza, fresh pasta, seafood or Italian classics, then stay for desserts such as cannoli siciliani, tiramisu or homemade ice cream. Reviews consistently focus on carefully cooked pasta and flavourful dishes, though one diner reported a notably poor pizza experience.

The setting is a major part of the appeal. Indoor spaces are described as warm, stylish and rustic, while the outdoor terrace brings lemon trees, greenery and views. It can work for a date, family dinner, solo meal or weekend gathering, but live music and DJ-led events make some visits considerably more energetic than others.

Breakfast is worth noting if you are staying at the hotel or nearby: the buffet runs daily until 11:00 AM, with a wider selection from Thursday to Sunday. Reviews mention pastries, focaccia, hash browns, chia pudding and well-made coffee, including a Spanish Latte. Service is repeatedly described as attentive and welcoming, and the chef sometimes checks on diners personally.

If pool access is part of your visit, one reviewer objected to guests swimming in pajamas and felt staff failed to intervene, so expectations around the poolside atmosphere may vary.

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