Quick Stop
Quick service and dependable coffee make this a practical stop before a flight.
Costa Coffee
Al Garhoud
Costa Coffee is a counter-service coffee shop in Al Garhoud serving hot drinks, iced options, sweet snacks and sandwiches. Reviews make it a useful airport stop for coffee, matcha and a quick break before or after a flight.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
793 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Coffee Quality
Several reviews describe the coffee as consistently good, including a rich, smooth cup made fresh.
Balanced Matcha
The iced matcha can be tailored well; one reviewer liked a combination that was neither too sweet nor too strong.
Vegan Option
The impossible sausage pastry gives customers a clearly identified vegan food choice.
Phone Charging
Some tables include a built-in wireless charging pad, a useful airport convenience.
Takeaway Choices
Boiled eggs are available at the takeaway counter when you want something simple before travelling.
Quiet Break
Some visitors find it spacious and comfortable enough to sit quietly away from the airport crowds.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Seating. Do not rely on finding a seat; reviews describe limited seating, while quieter periods may be easier.
Try Matcha. If you prefer less-sweet drinks, ask about the iced matcha combination described as balanced rather than too strong.
Ask Milk Options. Plant-based milk is available, so ask about it when ordering a latte or another milk-based drink.
Check Freshness. Before buying pastries late in the day, check their freshness; one customer found them inedible at 3pm.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dubai Int'l Airport - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Dubai Int'l Airport, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Iced mocha
The iced mocha is described as strong and lively, making it a useful pick when you want a more pronounced coffee drink.
Ceasar wrap
The Ceasar wrap received a direct recommendation as a standout food choice.
Hot chocolate
Hot chocolate is mentioned positively for its taste.
Flat white
Flat white is a recurring coffee choice, including an almond version while waiting at arrivals.
Common Concerns
Uneven Service
Service varies sharply: reviews include complaints about rude, dismissive and disrespectful treatment.
Queue Confusion
One busy visit involved orders being taken out of sequence and order numbers prepared haphazardly.
Limited Seating
Seating can be difficult to find, especially when the airport is busy.
Food Freshness
Some pastries and a chicken-and-mushroom pie were reported as stale or inedible.
Table Cleanliness
A review reported unclean tables with rubbish and food left around.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 24
flat white
“AED 24 per cup of flat white”Google review · November 2023
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The Bottom Line
Costa Coffee is a counter-service coffee shop in Al Garhoud, and the reviews place its useful stops in Dubai International Airport’s Terminal 3. It suits a quick caffeine break before a flight or after landing: customers mention cappuccino, flat white, iced mocha and hot chocolate, alongside takeaway food such as the Caesar wrap and boiled eggs. The drinks are generally described as consistent, with one reviewer calling the coffee rich, smooth and freshly made.
Matcha gets unusually specific praise for being balanced rather than overly sweet or strong, while the impossible sausage pastry gives vegan-minded travellers a named option. A built-in wireless charging pad has also been noted. The setting can work for a quiet airport pause, and some visitors found comfortable or plentiful seating.
That is not guaranteed: other reviews say seats fill quickly or are limited, especially at busy terminals. Airport pricing is part of the trade-off; one customer paid AED 24 for a flat white, and another found prices a little higher. Service is uneven.
Several reviews describe warm, fast help, but others report rude interactions, order mix-ups, queue confusion and unclean tables. Food quality can vary too: the Caesar wrap and desserts receive praise, while a chicken-and-mushroom pie and older pastries were reported stale. Check your order, table and food freshness if you’re in a hurry.