Stylish Setting
The interiors combine elegant design with a luxury feel, including greenery, chandeliers and a glass dome mentioned by reviewers.
Coco Dubai - Best Restaurant & Shisha - Downtown DIFC
Downtown Dubai
Coco Dubai is a restaurant and lounge in Downtown Dubai, combining polished dining with an evening shisha setting. Reviews point to beautifully presented international food, fresh sushi, creative mocktails and a spacious family area, making it suited to dinners, celebrations and relaxed group outings.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
1,705 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Food Presentation
Plates are repeatedly described as refined and beautifully presented, with one reviewer also praising balanced, creative combinations.
Fresh Sushi
Sushi is a recurring highlight, with reviewers calling it fresh, well prepared and especially delicious.
Smooth Shisha
Reviews describe the shisha as smooth and flavorful, with double apple, cinnamon and mixed fruit among the named choices.
Creative Mocktails
The non-alcoholic drinks get specific praise, including creative recipes rather than basic juices.
Family Area
The spacious family area gives children room to move around comfortably during celebrations or group meals.
Evening Music
DJs regularly shape the evening atmosphere, and one review also mentions a live singer after the DJ set.
What to Eat at Coco Dubai - Best Restaurant & Shisha - Downtown DIFC 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 Coco Dubai - Best Restaurant & Shisha - Downtown DIFC, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Coco Dubai - Best Restaurant & Shisha - Downtown DIFC, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Sushi Net +7
“We tried the sushi, which was fresh and very well prepared, and their drinks was so tasty.”
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“We tried the sushi, which was fresh and very well prepared, and their drinks was so tasty.”February 2026
“Their sushi and pasta are an absolute must-try, and as for the cocktails, every single one I tasted was spectacular.”November 2025
Honorable mentions (19)
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All eyes on me Net +1
“Drinks were refreshing, especially “All Eyes on Me”, and the lotus dessert is a must-try.”
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“Drinks were refreshing, especially “All Eyes on Me”, and the lotus dessert is a must-try.”April 2026
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Black cod Net +1
“The menu features a creative international selection, including standout dishes like black cod, lamb shank, sushi, and visually impressive desserts. Presentation is refined, and flavors are well-balanced and modern.”
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“The menu features a creative international selection, including standout dishes like black cod, lamb shank, sushi, and visually impressive desserts. Presentation is refined, and flavors are well-balanced and modern.”February 2026
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Breakfast set Net +1
“The breakfast set was a great deal — only 69 AED for a delicious dish and coffee. Everything was fresh, well-presented, and full of flavor.”
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“The breakfast set was a great deal — only 69 AED for a delicious dish and coffee. Everything was fresh, well-presented, and full of flavor.”October 2025
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Buttered corn on the cob Net +1
“An unforgettable dining experience at Coco Restaurant 🍽️ Every dish on the table was a celebration of flavor and presentation. From the perfectly grilled steak, juicy and tender, to the flavorful lamb chops, cooked to perfection. The grilled chicken skewers served in a rich, aromatic sauce were incredibly delicious, and the buttered corn on the cob was comforting and full of flavor.”
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Review excerpts
“An unforgettable dining experience at Coco Restaurant 🍽️ Every dish on the table was a celebration of flavor and presentation. From the perfectly grilled steak, juicy and tender, to the flavorful lamb chops, cooked to perfection. The grilled chicken skewers served in a rich, aromatic sauce were incredibly delicious, and the buttered corn on the cob was comforting and full of flavor.”January 2026
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Cosmopolitan Net +1
“The food is delicious, especially the sushi 🤍 My favorite drink is the Cosmopolitan, and the double apple shisha is a must.”
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“The food is delicious, especially the sushi 🤍 My favorite drink is the Cosmopolitan, and the double apple shisha is a must.”March 2026
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Crispy fries Net +1
“The sides completed the experience beautifully — crispy fries, fresh sautéed vegetables, and perfectly paired sauces that elevated every bite. Each plate was presented with elegance and great attention to detail, reflecting the high standard of the kitchen.”
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“The sides completed the experience beautifully — crispy fries, fresh sautéed vegetables, and perfectly paired sauces that elevated every bite. Each plate was presented with elegance and great attention to detail, reflecting the high standard of the kitchen.”January 2026
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Dynamite shrimp Net +1
“Yesterday night I visited at Coco Grill & Lounge in Dubai Downtown. The vibe was electric and the food was phenomenal. I devoured delicious bites like dynamite shrimp, sushi, and edamame.”
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Review excerpts
“Yesterday night I visited at Coco Grill & Lounge in Dubai Downtown. The vibe was electric and the food was phenomenal. I devoured delicious bites like dynamite shrimp, sushi, and edamame.”January 2026
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Edamame Net +1
“Yesterday night I visited at Coco Grill & Lounge in Dubai Downtown. The vibe was electric and the food was phenomenal. I devoured delicious bites like dynamite shrimp, sushi, and edamame.”
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Review excerpts
“Yesterday night I visited at Coco Grill & Lounge in Dubai Downtown. The vibe was electric and the food was phenomenal. I devoured delicious bites like dynamite shrimp, sushi, and edamame.”January 2026
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Fresh sautéed vegetables Net +1
“The sides completed the experience beautifully — crispy fries, fresh sautéed vegetables, and perfectly paired sauces that elevated every bite. Each plate was presented with elegance and great attention to detail, reflecting the high standard of the kitchen.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The sides completed the experience beautifully — crispy fries, fresh sautéed vegetables, and perfectly paired sauces that elevated every bite. Each plate was presented with elegance and great attention to detail, reflecting the high standard of the kitchen.”January 2026
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Grilled chicken skewers Net +1
“An unforgettable dining experience at Coco Restaurant 🍽️ Every dish on the table was a celebration of flavor and presentation. From the perfectly grilled steak, juicy and tender, to the flavorful lamb chops, cooked to perfection. The grilled chicken skewers served in a rich, aromatic sauce were incredibly delicious, and the buttered corn on the cob was comforting and full of flavor.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“An unforgettable dining experience at Coco Restaurant 🍽️ Every dish on the table was a celebration of flavor and presentation. From the perfectly grilled steak, juicy and tender, to the flavorful lamb chops, cooked to perfection. The grilled chicken skewers served in a rich, aromatic sauce were incredibly delicious, and the buttered corn on the cob was comforting and full of flavor.”January 2026
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Grilled salmon Net +1
“I tried the sushi, shrimp, grilled salmon, and cookie cakeall of them were absolutely delicious.”
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“I tried the sushi, shrimp, grilled salmon, and cookie cakeall of them were absolutely delicious.”January 2026
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Grilled steak Net +1
“An unforgettable dining experience at Coco Restaurant 🍽️ Every dish on the table was a celebration of flavor and presentation. From the perfectly grilled steak, juicy and tender, to the flavorful lamb chops, cooked to perfection. The grilled chicken skewers served in a rich, aromatic sauce were incredibly delicious, and the buttered corn on the cob was comforting and full of flavor.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“An unforgettable dining experience at Coco Restaurant 🍽️ Every dish on the table was a celebration of flavor and presentation. From the perfectly grilled steak, juicy and tender, to the flavorful lamb chops, cooked to perfection. The grilled chicken skewers served in a rich, aromatic sauce were incredibly delicious, and the buttered corn on the cob was comforting and full of flavor.”January 2026
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Iftar Net +1
“Visited Coco Grill and Lounge for Iftar, and it was an amazing experience. The ambiance was excellent — very welcoming and beautifully set up for the occasion. The food was absolutely delicious, with great taste and quality in every dish.”
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Review excerpts
“Visited Coco Grill and Lounge for Iftar, and it was an amazing experience. The ambiance was excellent — very welcoming and beautifully set up for the occasion. The food was absolutely delicious, with great taste and quality in every dish.”February 2026
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Lamb chops Net +1
“An unforgettable dining experience at Coco Restaurant 🍽️ Every dish on the table was a celebration of flavor and presentation. From the perfectly grilled steak, juicy and tender, to the flavorful lamb chops, cooked to perfection. The grilled chicken skewers served in a rich, aromatic sauce were incredibly delicious, and the buttered corn on the cob was comforting and full of flavor.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“An unforgettable dining experience at Coco Restaurant 🍽️ Every dish on the table was a celebration of flavor and presentation. From the perfectly grilled steak, juicy and tender, to the flavorful lamb chops, cooked to perfection. The grilled chicken skewers served in a rich, aromatic sauce were incredibly delicious, and the buttered corn on the cob was comforting and full of flavor.”January 2026
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Lamb shank Net +1
“The menu features a creative international selection, including standout dishes like black cod, lamb shank, sushi, and visually impressive desserts. Presentation is refined, and flavors are well-balanced and modern.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The menu features a creative international selection, including standout dishes like black cod, lamb shank, sushi, and visually impressive desserts. Presentation is refined, and flavors are well-balanced and modern.”February 2026
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Lotus dessert Net +1
“Drinks were refreshing, especially “All Eyes on Me”, and the lotus dessert is a must-try.”
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Review excerpts
“Drinks were refreshing, especially “All Eyes on Me”, and the lotus dessert is a must-try.”April 2026
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Passion coco Net +1
“I’m obsessed with their mocktails from the Redemption Bar - tried the Passion Coco and it was so good, like genuinely one of the best drinks I’ve had in Dubai, no alcohol needed.”
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“I’m obsessed with their mocktails from the Redemption Bar - tried the Passion Coco and it was so good, like genuinely one of the best drinks I’ve had in Dubai, no alcohol needed.”December 2025
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Truffle risotto Net +1
“The food was great ! Loved the truffle risotto especially.”
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“The food was great ! Loved the truffle risotto especially.”May 2026
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Group iftar Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“I tried their group iftar, and it was definitely worth the money with a good price for what you get. The iftar selection was okay overall — the food taste is around 7/10, while the desserts were better, I’d rate them 8/10.”
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Cocktail made with chocolate and raspberry Net +1
“One of the highlights of the evening was a cocktail made with chocolate and raspberry. I highly recommend it, especially if you enjoy creative and indulgent drinks. The combination was surprising, well-executed, and simply delicious — I genuinely loved it and would go back just for that cocktail alone.”
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“One of the highlights of the evening was a cocktail made with chocolate and raspberry. I highly recommend it, especially if you enjoy creative and indulgent drinks. The combination was surprising, well-executed, and simply delicious — I genuinely loved it and would go back just for that cocktail alone.”January 2026
What to Avoid (3)
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Beef stroganof Net −1
“OUZI was writen in the Menu, beef stroganof , Mix grill but no meat at all.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“OUZI was writen in the Menu, beef stroganof , Mix grill but no meat at all.”March 2026
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Mix grill Net −1
“OUZI was writen in the Menu, beef stroganof , Mix grill but no meat at all.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“OUZI was writen in the Menu, beef stroganof , Mix grill but no meat at all.”March 2026
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Ouzi Net −1
“OUZI was writen in the Menu, beef stroganof , Mix grill but no meat at all.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“OUZI was writen in the Menu, beef stroganof , Mix grill but no meat at all.”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose Seating. If you prefer smoke-free dining, ask for the non-smoking area; reviews confirm both smoking and non-smoking spaces are available.
Ask Families. For a celebration with children, request the family area, which one review found spacious enough for them to move around.
Try Breakfast. A breakfast set with a dish and coffee was reported at 69 AED, making mornings worth considering as well as dinner visits.
Use Parking. For group or casual visits, check the parking arrangement: one reviewer specifically reported free parking.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Murooj Complex - opp. Dubai Mall
Trade Center Second - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Food Inconsistency
One reviewer found the ordered dishes under-seasoned and only average despite attractive presentation.
Smoking Area
A diner specifically advised avoiding the smoking area when visiting for dinner.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
69 AED
breakfast set
“The breakfast set was a great deal — only 69 AED for a delicious dish and coffee”Google review · October 2025
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The Bottom Line
Coco Dubai is a polished restaurant and lounge in Downtown Dubai, aimed at people who want dinner to flow into a longer evening. You can order international dishes, sushi, creative mocktails and shisha, with DJs adding energy later on. The setting is a major part of the appeal: reviews describe elegant interiors, lush greenery, a glass dome and several distinct seating areas.
Food feedback is mostly strong. Sushi is described as fresh and well prepared, while truffle risotto, black cod, dynamite shrimp, grilled salmon and the lotus dessert receive individual mentions. The non-alcoholic drinks are more distinctive than standard juices; Passion Coco and “All Eyes on Me” are named favourites.
Shisha flavours mentioned include double apple, cinnamon and mixed fruit. This is not only an adults’ lounge. A reviewer found the family area spacious for children, and another noted separate smoking and non-smoking areas.
Free parking was also mentioned. For breakfast, a set with a dish and coffee was reported at 69 AED. One caution: a reviewer felt some dishes were bland for their price, and another advised avoiding the smoking area, so seating choice matters if you want a quieter meal.
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