Circle Cafe (DIFC)

Name: Circle Cafe (DIFC)
Address: Gate 5, Ground Floor, DIFC, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97142823577

DIFC

Restaurant Closed 04 282 3577

Circle Cafe in DIFC is a relaxed community cafe serving wholesome all-day food and coffee. Reviews particularly point to its unlimited breakfast, including dishes such as shakshuka and breakfast bowls, plus a calm setting for weekend meals or catching up with friends.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

1,036 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Unlimited breakfast

The unlimited breakfast is repeatedly described as fresh, filling and good value, with shakshuka and breakfast bowls standing out.

Dietary help

Staff have been praised for taking dietary restrictions seriously and helping guests navigate the menu with care.

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What to Eat at Circle Cafe (DIFC)

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Circle Cafe (DIFC), 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

All you can eat breakfast Net +6

“Circle Cafe, located inside DIFC, is a very nice place to dine brunch with their all you can eat breakfast to brunch during weekends from 8am to 4pm. We booked a brunch from 11 am. Booking is recommended for bigger groups as they tend to be very busy and sits may not be available for larger group without prior reservations. Food tastes great while the service of Howard is excellent. The "all you can eat" already comes with either a coffee or tea.”

Honorable mentions (23)

4-Layer chocolate cake Net +1

“Every visit to Circle Cafe DIFC is a reminder of why we keep coming back day after day. The staff here are absolutely incredible - always with smile, making you feel welcome and at home, esp. Jason and Marj. Plus their coffee is always made w TLC, perfectly brewed every single time. Their cheesecake is to die for, and the 4-layer chocolate cake! Thanks its back on deck! Circle Cafe is truly our favorite spot! And for this year’s women’s day, they surprised the guests w a treat! So sweet!”
Amazónico salad Net +1

“We ordered the amazónico salad, beef and mushroom sandwich with sweet potato fries (my personal fave) and the chicken burrito bowl with lotus cookie. Twas worth it, we were served good food, experienced good service by our server named Dave and good atmosphere overall.”
Apple pie cookie Net +1

“Amazing Ramadan deals ! Food and service was lovely, perfect portion sizes and flavours. Crunchy noodle salad, beetroot humous, buttterchicken and an apple pie cookie all for less than 100dhs.”
Asian chicksilog Net +1

“For filipinos, Asian Chicksilog is a must try. Enjoy!”
Banana bread Net +1

“Swapped my coffee cravings for something gentler at DIFC Circle, thanks to Alliona’s lovely recommendation—matcha and banana bread. Honestly, it wasn’t just the change in drink, but her warmth, care, and genuine hospitality that won me over. Safe to say, I’ve found my new regular spot 💚🍵🍌 Thank you Alliona from Beena”
Basil soup Net +1

“The basil soup was absolutely delicious — full of flavor and very comforting.”
Beef and mushroom sandwich Net +1

“We ordered the amazónico salad, beef and mushroom sandwich with sweet potato fries (my personal fave) and the chicken burrito bowl with lotus cookie. Twas worth it, we were served good food, experienced good service by our server named Dave and good atmosphere overall.”
Beef milanese Net +1

“I tried both the chicken schnitzel and beef milanese. Both were great.”
Beetroot humous Net +1

“Amazing Ramadan deals ! Food and service was lovely, perfect portion sizes and flavours. Crunchy noodle salad, beetroot humous, buttterchicken and an apple pie cookie all for less than 100dhs.”
Breakfast bowl Net +1

“The food was amazing every dish was delicious from the “all you can eat breakfast”, especially the Shakshuka and the breakfast bowl.”
Buttterchicken Net +1

“Amazing Ramadan deals ! Food and service was lovely, perfect portion sizes and flavours. Crunchy noodle salad, beetroot humous, buttterchicken and an apple pie cookie all for less than 100dhs.”
Cheesecake Net +1

“Every visit to Circle Cafe DIFC is a reminder of why we keep coming back day after day. The staff here are absolutely incredible - always with smile, making you feel welcome and at home, esp. Jason and Marj. Plus their coffee is always made w TLC, perfectly brewed every single time. Their cheesecake is to die for, and the 4-layer chocolate cake! Thanks its back on deck! Circle Cafe is truly our favorite spot! And for this year’s women’s day, they surprised the guests w a treat! So sweet!”
Chicken burrito bowl Net +1

“We ordered the amazónico salad, beef and mushroom sandwich with sweet potato fries (my personal fave) and the chicken burrito bowl with lotus cookie. Twas worth it, we were served good food, experienced good service by our server named Dave and good atmosphere overall.”
Chicken salad Net +1

“The kids ordered for takeaway a chicken salad, a cookie and a cinnamon role. They really enjoyed every single one of them!”
Chicken schnitzel Net +1

“I tried both the chicken schnitzel and beef milanese. Both were great. The chicken was so tender and soft and is my favorite between the two dishes.”
Chicken with mushrooms and sweet potatoes Net +1

“I had the chicken with mushrooms and sweet potatoes, so delicious!!”
Cinnamon role Net +1

“The kids ordered for takeaway a chicken salad, a cookie and a cinnamon role. They really enjoyed every single one of them!”
Crunchy noodle salad Net +1

“Amazing Ramadan deals ! Food and service was lovely, perfect portion sizes and flavours. Crunchy noodle salad, beetroot humous, buttterchicken and an apple pie cookie all for less than 100dhs.”
French toast Net +1

“Our visit was pleasant 😊 thanks we enjoyed alot english breakfast, avocado toast with french toast and great value on breakfast on Sunday.. Thanks Olivia for your great service .. Will see again soon”
Harvest veggie omlette Net +1

“the food was amazing, we had so many dishes, the harvest veggie omlette was yummm!”
Avocado toast Net 0

Mixed feedback

“Our visit was pleasant 😊 thanks we enjoyed alot english breakfast, avocado toast with french toast and great value on breakfast on Sunday.. Thanks Olivia for your great service .. Will see again soon”
English breakfast Net 0

Mixed feedback

“Our visit was pleasant 😊 thanks we enjoyed alot english breakfast, avocado toast with french toast and great value on breakfast on Sunday.. Thanks Olivia for your great service .. Will see again soon”
Shakshuka Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The food was amazing every dish was delicious from the “all you can eat breakfast”, especially the Shakshuka and the breakfast bowl.”

Drinks 3

Ice tea with passion fruit Net +1

“He was welcoming and honest when asked about a certain drink and recommended the Ice tea with passion fruit which was a great joice! .”
Matcha Net +1

“Swapped my coffee cravings for something gentler at DIFC Circle, thanks to Alliona’s lovely recommendation—matcha and banana bread. Honestly, it wasn’t just the change in drink, but her warmth, care, and genuine hospitality that won me over. Safe to say, I’ve found my new regular spot 💚🍵🍌 Thank you Alliona from Beena”
Unlimited coffee Net +1

“My favourite place for a weekend morning breakfast. Never too crowded, great food options and unlimited coffee—how can you go wrong with that combination.”

What to Avoid (2)

Drinks 2

Americano Net −1

“Food: Very basic, nothing special. Coffee (just Americano and cappuccino) took way too long.”
Cappuccino Net −1

“Food: Very basic, nothing special. Coffee (just Americano and cappuccino) took way too long.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book groups. Reserve ahead for larger groups; one weekend reviewer warned that bigger parties may not find seats without a booking.

Check parking. Ask the cafe to validate your parking ticket if your bill reaches AED 75 or more; this was reported by a DIFC visitor.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Gate 5, Ground Floor

Zaa'beel Second - DIFC, Dubai

04 282 3577

Mon	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tue	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wed	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thu	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Fri	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sat	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Common Concerns

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Long waits

One all-you-can-eat visit involved a one-hour wait for the first food and another two hours without the second round.

Uneven service

A separate breakfast review reported repeat orders and coffee taking much longer, making the unlimited format feel frustrating.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

69 aed

all you can eat breakfast

“we ordered for all you can eat breakfast which is for 69 aed, which is available till 4 pm”

Google review · February 2025

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The Bottom Line

Circle Cafe DIFC is a laid-back cafe for breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffee, with wholesome food and a calm atmosphere inside Gate 5. Breakfast is the main draw in the reviews: the unlimited format includes favourites such as shakshuka, breakfast bowls, harvest veggie omelette and Asian Chicksilog. Some guests also praise the avocado toast, fresh juices and chicken schnitzel.

The unlimited breakfast has been reported at AED 69 and AED 79 in different reviews, so check the current offer before ordering. One review says it runs until 4pm, making it more flexible than a typical morning-only breakfast. The small-plate format is useful if you want to sample several dishes without oversized portions.

Service is usually described as warm, attentive and accommodating, including for dietary restrictions and family celebrations. The setting suits a quiet catch-up, family meal or casual business meeting. That said, service during unlimited breakfast has not been perfectly consistent: reviewers reported waits of one to three hours, and another found some brunch dishes cold.

Larger groups should book ahead. Parking is another consideration, although one review says dining at AED 75 or more can qualify for ticket validation.