Burj View
Glass-side and terrace tables can give you a direct, unobstructed Burj Al Arab view for photos.
Costa Coffee
Al Sufouh
Costa Coffee is a counter-service coffee shop in Al Sufouh, serving hot and iced drinks alongside pastries, sandwiches and quick meals. Its main draw is the outdoor and glass-side seating, where a coffee break can come with a clear Burj Al Arab and canal view.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
835 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Outdoor Seating
The outdoor seating beside the canal creates a relaxing setting, especially when the weather is cooler.
Friendly Service
Reviews repeatedly describe the team as welcoming, patient and efficient, including help with recommendations and getting orders right.
Quick Meals
Customers mention filling options beyond café sweets, including chicken biryani, beef tapa with omelette and a tuna sandwich.
Loyalty Value
One regular reviewer says the loyalty programme is worth using, adding value for repeat coffee stops.
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose Glass. Ask for a table by the glass if you want the clearest Burj Al Arab photo opportunity.
Go Cooler. For terrace seating, visit when the weather is cooler; outdoor tables are a major part of the experience.
Visit Early. An early visit may make it easier to enjoy a peaceful coffee and the view before the area gets busier.
Check Parking. Before ordering, confirm the current parking-validation minimum spend, particularly if arriving in more than one car.
Watch Steps. Take care when entering the patio: a reviewer saw several people trip on the entrance step.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Souk Madinat, Madinat Jumeirah
Al Sufouh 1, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Medium Mocha
A customer ordered a medium Mocha and described the coffee upgrade as a strong, crisp drink with citrus, caramel and chocolate notes.
Chocolate Fudge Cake
One customer found the chocolate fudge cake fresh, delicious and balanced in sweetness.
Pistachio Spanish Latte
The pistachio Spanish latte was described as an especially enjoyable drink.
Common Concerns
Parking Rule
A minimum-spend restriction for parking validation caused frustration, including a case where two cars could not both be validated.
Photo Crowds
Tourists sometimes use the terrace for Burj Al Arab photos, disturbing customers who are seated there.
Older Furniture
One reviewer found some of the café furniture old and said it needed replacement.
Limited Dishes
A review says the food selection is not extensive, with this branch focused more on drinks than meals.
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The Bottom Line
Costa Coffee in Al Sufouh is less about discovering an unusual coffee menu and more about taking a break with one of the area’s standout views. From the glass-side or terrace seating, customers can look across the canal towards the Burj Al Arab, take memorable photos and rest while visiting the souk. Indoor seating is also described as quiet, though the terrace can attract people stopping for pictures.
The menu covers the expected hot and iced drinks, with reviews specifically mentioning the iced latte, matcha, pistachio Spanish latte and a medium Mocha upgraded to Character Roast. Food is more varied than a pastry case alone: the tuna sandwich, chocolate fudge cake, grilled cheese sandwich, chicken biryani and beef tapa with omelette all appear in customer visits. One reviewer considered the rice meals, wraps and salads good value compared with nearby orders costing around 50–100 per order.
Service is usually described as warm, patient and efficient, but parking validation is a notable complication. One customer reported that only one of two cars could be validated without another order, while another flagged a minimum-spend restriction. The terrace may also be busy with photo-takers, so early visits and cooler weather should make the setting easier to enjoy.