DOORS

Name: DOORS
Address: The Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue Expansion Level 4, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97145196000

Downtown Dubai

Restaurant Open now 04 519 6000

DOORS is an upscale restaurant in Downtown Dubai, known for elegant interiors, fountain-facing terrace seating and carefully presented food. Guests come for dinners, celebrations and breakfast, with dishes such as fettuccine pasta and Wagyu steak receiving particularly specific praise.

Reputation Score

4.9

★★★★★

8,944 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Fountain views

Outdoor seating gives diners a strong view of the Dubai Fountain, adding real value to dinner and celebrations.

Outdoor terrace

The terrace is repeatedly described as a beautiful, relaxing place to sit, especially during fountain shows.

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What to Eat at DOORS

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of DOORS, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 6

Pomegranate salad Net +7

“We had an amazing experience at Doors. The steaks were perfect, the drinks were excellent, and the pomegranate salad was absolutely delicious.”
Egg benedict Net +4

“Tried the Egg Benedict with smoked turkey and the french toast. Both were a 10/10.”
French toast Net +4

“The food , the view , the ambience..... top notch.... had an amazing brunch with my son, and he loved his French toast...... John was amazing in serving us and we went home happy with our bellies full”
Asian crispy chicken Net +3

“✨Asian Crispy Chicken – perfectly crispy with bold flavors”
Shish kebab Net +3

“Fantastic food, had the iskender and the shish kebab. Both were cooked perfectly, you can tell the meat quality is high quality. Ambience is nice, staff are helpful and attentive and make you feel welcome. They have a smoking and non smoking section, and also do shisha. The view is one of the best in the area as its higher up than the rest of the restaurants overlooking the fountains and feels more exclusive and private instead of mass tourists. I was completely satisfied and will be back!”
Striploin steak Net +3

“The Wagyu striploin steak was equally delicious and melt-in-your-mouth tender, cooked to perfection at a rare medium.”

Honorable mentions (79)

Cheesecake Net +2

“Me and my wife had such a beautiful and romantic experience. We absolutely loved the vibe and the way everything was taken care of. The mojitos were refreshing, and the cheesecake was simply amazing. The service was wonderful, and the entire experience felt special and memorable.”
Chicken cutlet Net +2

“The chicken cutlet was another standout — crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and packed with flavor.”
Chicken kebab Net +2

“Food is outstanding. The steaks, the iskendar kebab and the salads are really good. The chicken kebabs are good too. Loved it, will be going again very soon ♡”
Coconut fusion Net +2

“We tried the coconut fusion and crispy phyllo desserts for a fresh experience. The presentation was beautiful, the ingredients were perfectly balanced, and we noticed that the subtle sweetness allowed us to fully appreciate the different flavors.”
Doors bread Net +2

“We also tried the Doors Bread, which our waiter recommended, and it was a great addition to the meal and perfect for sharing.”
Hummus Net +2

“What truly stole the show was the hummus with freshly baked bread. I have tasted hummus at many places, but this was on another level rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. I honestly couldn’t believe how good it was!”
Mushroom rice Net +2

“Mushroom Rice (AED 110): Good taste and quantity, nothing exceptional”
Prawn dumplings Net +2

“The receptionist was kind and helpful from the get go and we were taken to our table almost immediately once we arrived, The coconut cream pasta was brilliant although beware it contains fish, and the prawn dumplings were to die for.”
Prawn tempura Net +2

“A special mention goes to the Fettuccine Coconut Pasta—it’s truly one of a kind. The flavors were unique, rich, and unlike anything we’ve tried before. The Prawns Tempura was equally impressive—perfectly crispy, fresh, and absolutely delicious.”
Roasted corn Net +2

“The food was really excellent. I really liked the pasta and the roasted corn.”
Turkish breakfast Net +2

“Had a Turkish breakfast at Doors!! We loved it!! Food is really tasty and fresh! Enjoyed a lot!”
Apple salad with seaweed Net +1

“I tried the apple salad with seaweed, and it was super tasty!”
Baked potatoes Net +1

“I had an unforgettable dining experience at Door Dubai! The food was absolutely exquisite — I ordered the red snapper with baked potatoes and corn on the cob, and every bite was packed with flavor and perfectly prepared.”
Baklava Net +1

“For dessert, we had the baklava, which was fantastic. It was flaky, sweet, and delicious.”
Bananas foster Net +1

“I loved our dessert too, the bananas foster was great!”
Bbq eggplant Net +1

“The BBQ Eggplant was rich and smoky with a soft, creamy texture that made it very satisfying.”
Beef kabob Net +1

“We tried the lamb chops and beef kabob, both of which were cooked perfectly. The lamb chops were tender and flavorful, while the beef kabob was juicy and well-seasoned.”
Beef mushroom rice dish Net +1

“I really recommend the beef mushroom rice dish. It is delicious.”
Beef rolls Net +1

“We ordered beef rolls, a vegetable roll, a salmon roll and signature drinks - everything was perfectly cooked and beautifully served.”
Black cod Net +1

“I celebrated Valentine’s Day - was amazing black cod so fresh food. Service is great amazing view high recommended”
Bread with cheese Net +1

“The grilled chicken and bread with cheese had smooth and delicious taste.”
Buddha salad Net +1

“Food-wise, I had the Buddha Salad to start fresh, colorful, and bursting with flavor.”
Burger Net +1

“The food was outstanding, honestly, the best burger I’ve ever had and the grape juice was unbelievable.”
Burrata salad Net +1

“We had their chefs favourite pina colada drink,mushroom rice,wagyu beef pida,and burrata salad.”
Butter sea bream Net +1

“we enjoyed butter sea bream and delicious desserts.”
Cheese kunafa Net +1

“Before we left, we were served their most delicious and famous cheese kunafa topped with thick layers of pistachio,what a treat it was !😍Beautifully presented and irresistibly delicious.”
Cheese pida bread Net +1

“• Must Try: Chicken Kofte • Can Skip: Cheese Pida Bread (unless you want something light) The Cheese Pida Bread was decent, offering fresh bread and cheese, but the Chicken Kofte was the standout, tasting great though a bit pricey for the portion.”
Cheese pide Net +1

“The food was incredibly fresh, we absolutely loved the pomegranate salad, hummus, and the cheese pide.”
Chef’s special sushi Net +1

“Chef’s special sushi was delicous.”
Chicken skewers Net +1

“The food is great, I would recommend the chicken skewers.”
Chicken wings Net +1

“We like the chicken wings, prawn tempura, and the baked eggplants in particular.”
Chocolate fountain dessert Net +1

“The food? Exceptional. The Chicken Cutlet was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and beautifully presented. And ending the night with the Chocolate Fountain dessert was pure indulgence - rich, decadent, unforgettable.”
Corn on the cob Net +1

“I had an unforgettable dining experience at Door Dubai! The food was absolutely exquisite — I ordered the red snapper with baked potatoes and corn on the cob, and every bite was packed with flavor and perfectly prepared.”
Crispy fried rice Net +1

“The Crispy Fried Rice had great flavor and a nice mix of textures, although it wasn’t quite as crispy as we expected.”
Crunchy prawn sushi Net +1

“The pomegranate salad was less about the pomegranate fruit or taste. Not to my liking but I did enjoy the crunchy prawn sushi and the portions are a fair size.”
Desert coconut fusion Net +1

“What truly stole the show for me was the Desert Coconut Fusion—a masterpiece of flavor and creativity that left me craving more.”
Doors medallion Net +1

“The Pomegranate Salad was fresh and flavorful, the Asian Crispy Chicken was perfectly prepared, and the steaks—especially the Striploin Steak and the signature Doors Medallion—were cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious.”
Ferrero cake Net +1

“Also would recommend the Ferrero cake 🍰!”
Fish fillet Net +1

“For the main we got the fish fillet, served with the best sauce on earth and perfectly baked potatoes. Delicious, but honestly, the ambiance steals the show.”
Fried broccoli Net +1

“I especially really enjoyed the fried broccoli surprisingly.”
Garlic bread Net +1

“The garlic bread was warm, crisp, and the perfect companion to the pasta.”
Golden fries Net +1

“The golden fries and perfectly cooked wings were a flavorful delight, while the flatbread with fresh toppings like pomegranate and greens was incredibly unique and delicious.”
Grilled chicken Net +1

“The grilled chicken and bread with cheese had smooth and delicious taste.”
Grilled mushrooms Net +1

“The food was exceptional, especially the sea bass, grilled mushrooms, and pasta.”
Grilled sea bream Net +1

“For the mains, the Grilled Sea Bream was fabulous perfectly cooked, delicate, and very flavorful.”
Islander kabab Net +1

“First comes the venue itself, beautifully designed, then comes the wonderful service by Gladys and Vijay and then finally the food, the yummy yummy food. The dishes we selected from the pomegranate salad to the chicken kebab to the islander kabab to the wagyu pida and the wagyu steak burger. Finally finished it with a wonderful dessert.”
Juicy pizza Net +1

“Had an amazing dining experience at Doors Dubai Mall! The food was top-notch — from juicy pizza to flavorful seafood. The view of the fountain made it extra special, and the ambiance was so elegant. Service was attentive and friendly. Perfect spot for a stylish night out! Special shout out to Ayman and Hasan, top notch service!!!”
Lamb chops Net +1

“We tried the lamb chops and beef kabob, both of which were cooked perfectly. The lamb chops were tender and flavorful, while the beef kabob was juicy and well-seasoned.”
Lobster tempura Net +1

“We had the sushi, Lobster tempura and steak. Each dish was very tasty.”
Menemen Net +1

“The breakfast set portion is generous wasn’t able to finish it. Make sure to have some to share all this delicious food. Menemen was my favorite 😍 The entire staff worked seamlessly together to create a seamless dining experience.”
Mushroom omelet Net +1

“The toast is a must, along with the mushroom omelet✨”
Pancakes Net +1

“The food was dope, the egg Benedict, pancakes, coffee were all fantastic. Excellent service, good portions size, overall a fantastic dining Royal experience.”
Perfectly baked potatoes Net +1

“For the main we got the fish fillet, served with the best sauce on earth and perfectly baked potatoes. Delicious, but honestly, the ambiance steals the show.”
Pistachio cake Net +1

“I ordered the pistachio cake — it had a very good taste and was clearly made with quality ingredients.”
Pizza Net +1

“An amazing place, with interesting and beautiful design and view to Burj Khalifa, lovely staff and music, and of corse the most delicious pasta and pizza in my life😋 Anis was so friendly and taking care. I will definitely come back and highly recommend this place for visit”
Red snapper Net +1

“I had an unforgettable dining experience at Door Dubai! The food was absolutely exquisite — I ordered the red snapper with baked potatoes and corn on the cob, and every bite was packed with flavor and perfectly prepared.”
Risotto Net +1

“The risotto was also very good.”
Salad with chukka Net +1

“Lounge music, and fancy food 👌🏼 I loved the salad with chukka has incredible nut sauce.”
Salmon and avocado croissant Net +1

“Breakfast was incredible the salmon and avocado croissant 😍 Gladys was exception as well service 10/10”
Salmon roll Net +1

“We ordered beef rolls, a vegetable roll, a salmon roll and signature drinks - everything was perfectly cooked and beautifully served.”
Salmon teriyaki roll Net +1

“Amazing dinner at Doors ,The Salmon Teriyaki Roll was incredible, Their Fettuccine Pasta super creamy and flavorful. Steak was cooked spot-on and so juicy. Huge thanks to Cheena who took great care of us. Will definitely be back!”
Sea bass Net +1

“The food was exceptional, especially the sea bass, grilled mushrooms, and pasta.”
Sea bream fish Net +1

“Loved the dinner here! Tried their sea bream fish - it came with a cheesy bread and was rich in taste! Doors offer you a great vibe in a luxurious atmosphere ✨✨”
Seabream roll sushi Net +1

“The Seabream Roll Sushi was very fresh and light, with a nice balance of flavors.”
Shrimp tempura roll Net +1

“The shrimp tempura roll was excellent.”
Signature salt-baked dishes Net +1

“Their signature salt-baked dishes and premium steaks are showstoppers, both in taste and presentation.”
Snapper fish Net +1

“I had an very interesting apple salad and snapper fish which was very tasty.”
Steak burger Net +1

“Best steak burger ever quality was amazing and very tasty.”
Sushi platter Net +1

“The sushi platter was incredibly delicious, and the grilled corn was just perfect.”
Tenderloin Net +1

“Lovely food. Great view on the fountain and the service from John was amazing. He made every effort to make the evening special and he cooked the tenderloin to perfection. Would recommend.”
The avocado mash Net +1

“My breakfast was amazing especially the avocado mash 10/10 please order it!!”
The avocado pizza Net +1

“Wagyu striploin steak was perfectly cooked, pomegranate salad was absolutely divine, super refreshing and the avocado pizza, thin & crispy base, perfect amount of toppings, one serve was just not enough.”
Vegetable roll Net +1

“We ordered beef rolls, a vegetable roll, a salmon roll and signature drinks - everything was perfectly cooked and beautifully served.”
Vegetarian tempura sushi Net +1

“They have very good vegetarian options - ones that we enjoyed was the vegetarian tempura sushi, and the pomegranate salad.”
Wagyu ribeye tail Net +1

“Ordered the Wagyu ribeye tail and Honestly speaking, I dont think I’ve ever had anything so good like it before. The presentation was fabulous! and the staff were extremely kind.”
Waygu ribeye Net +1

“Ramadan was wonderful had the waygu ribeye and it was absolutely the best steak I’ve had in my life”
Wings Net +1

“The golden fries and perfectly cooked wings were a flavorful delight, while the flatbread with fresh toppings like pomegranate and greens was incredibly unique and delicious.”
Chicken kofte Net 0

Mixed feedback

“• Must Try: Chicken Kofte • Can Skip: Cheese Pida Bread (unless you want something light) The Cheese Pida Bread was decent, offering fresh bread and cheese, but the Chicken Kofte was the standout, tasting great though a bit pricey for the portion.”
Mushroom risotto Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“I ordered salmon and waited about 30 minutes to receive it. After that, it took around 10 minutes just to find someone to bring the bill. I tried to order Ottoman coffee, but they told me it wasn’t available. The salmon and mushroom risotto were decent.”

Drinks 1

Mango spree Net +2

“The food was top-notch. The apple salad was refreshing and full of flavor, I love the Mango Spree, easily one of the best drinks I’ve ever had. Light, tropical, and super smooth.”

Honorable mentions (15)

Classic coke Net +1

“We started with refreshing drinks — the grape mojito was absolutely delightful, bursting with flavor and freshness, while the classic Coke complemented the meal perfectly.”
Cloud kiss Net +1

“The Cloud kiss was perfectly balanced, with every flavor note shining through. Its presentation was superb—it’s easy to see why it might be one of their best sellers.”
Fizzy maracuya Net +1

“I highly recommend fizzy Maracuya , it's a mixture of passion fruit and pineapple & mint and as well the shrimps were nice.”
Floral drip Net +1

“The Floral Drip was refreshing and visually striking, with delicate floral notes that made it a fun and unique start.”
Fruit tea Net +1

“I ordered the fruit tea which came in a special burner glass. I really enjoyed the tea because it was sweet, but not from artificial sugar, but actually from the fruits themselves.”
Grape juice Net +1

“The food was outstanding, honestly, the best burger I’ve ever had and the grape juice was unbelievable.”
Grape mojito Net +1

“We started with refreshing drinks — the grape mojito was absolutely delightful, bursting with flavor and freshness, while the classic Coke complemented the meal perfectly.”
Iced matcha Net +1

“We ordered various drinks with food (prawn dumplings, tempura roll, salmon roll, fettuccine pasta). Coffee were very good, especially the pistachio, iced matcha, and spanish latte.”
Midnight mist Net +1

“Tropic temptation and Midnight mist are absolutely must try drinks, so refreshing and divine.”
Passionfruit mocktail Net +1

“I also tried the passionfruit mocktail – so refreshing with a bright, vibrant flavor.”
Pina colada drink Net +1

“We had their chefs favourite pina colada drink,mushroom rice,wagyu beef pida,and burrata salad.”
Pineapple mocktail Net +1

“Doors is such a beautiful and cosy place to be starting from the warm welcome at the reception. The vibe was amazing, we loved the DJ over there so much, food and mocktail were delicious especially we loved fish 🐠 served with some sort of fire show and pineapple mocktail. The service was perfect, thank you to Alaa Darwish, you were so sweet and friendly. The interior is impressive and the view on the terrace is fab overlooking the dancing fountain. Highly recommended 😜👍”
Spanish latte Net +1

“We ordered various drinks with food (prawn dumplings, tempura roll, salmon roll, fettuccine pasta). Coffee were very good, especially the pistachio, iced matcha, and spanish latte.”
Tropic temptation Net +1

“Tropic temptation and Midnight mist are absolutely must try drinks, so refreshing and divine.”
Whataberi! mocktail Net +1

“My Whataberi! mocktail was perfectly refreshing, a wonderful complement to the meal.”

What to Avoid (5)

Food 5

Chips Net −1

“Chips unfortunately were soggy but thanks to the very friendly manager Khedr who came to check on our experiences, after hearing our feedback, he gladly offered a replacement or change to different dish and we could not be happier with the corn on the cob where the combination with the butter sauce just brought the corn flavour to a whole new level.”
Fruit platter Net −1

“Dec-2024: Decent food. The fruit platter was average. The drinks were great. The team was fantastic as well.”
Lamb asado Net −1

“Lamb Asado (AED 265): Did not match the menu picture or expectation—felt more like a Thai curry with peanut gravy than a steak-style dish. Meat was tender but had a thick, non-edible white fat layer on all pieces. Overpriced for what it was”
Salmon nigiri Net −1

“The SALMON NIGIRI and sea urchin Sushi bowl was awful with no freshness whatsoever.”
Sea urchin sushi bowl Net −1

“The SALMON NIGIRI and sea urchin Sushi bowl was awful with no freshness whatsoever.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Request terrace. Ask for terrace or window seating when booking; terrace tables may not be immediately available, especially for popular views.

Time the show. Plan around the fountain show: one diner noted it runs every 30 minutes, making seating with a view worthwhile.

Plan the visit

Practical details

The Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue Expansion Level 4

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai

04 519 6000

Mon	10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Tue	10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Wed	10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Thu	10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Fri	10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sat	9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sun	9:00 AM – 2:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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High prices

Multiple reviews say DOORS is expensive, so the setting and experience need to matter as much as the food.

Loud music

Indoor music can be louder than ideal, particularly during busier periods, which may make conversation harder.

Customer-reported prices

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

AED 150, without cake

paid decoration service

“We booked Doors to celebrate my birthday and opted for their paid decoration service (AED 150, without cake)”

Google review · January 2026

AED 75, 2 pcs

Chicken Kofte

“Chicken Kofte (AED 75, 2 pcs): Felt more like chicken satay with peanut gravy, not kofte”

Google review · January 2026

AED 265

Lamb Asado

“Lamb Asado (AED 265): Did not match the menu picture or expectation—felt more like a Thai curry with peanut gravy than a steak-style dish”

Google review · January 2026

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The Bottom Line

DOORS is a polished restaurant in Downtown Dubai for people who want dinner or breakfast with a strong Dubai Fountain backdrop. The outdoor terrace is the main draw, while the elegant interiors, comfortable seating and carefully presented plates make it suitable for dates, family meals and birthdays. It is more of an experience-led outing than a quick, value-focused meal.

The menu has earned praise for the fettuccine pasta, Wagyu steak, Seabream Roll Sushi and desserts such as crispy phyllo. Breakfast also has its fans: one guest particularly recommended the toast and mushroom omelet, while another praised the coffee and said the eggs were done perfectly. Drinks and mocktails are often described as refreshing and visually striking.

Budget carefully. Several diners consider DOORS expensive, and one birthday guest felt the AED 150 decoration service was not worthwhile. Music indoors can also run slightly loud, and the main-course selection felt limited to one reviewer.

If the view matters, request terrace or window seating ahead of time; terrace tables may not be immediately available. The fountain show reportedly runs every 30 minutes, so timing your table around it can make the setting more rewarding. The Luxe Brunch was reported as running from 1 to 5 PM at AED 190 for two people.

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The Good Stuff

Fountain views

Outdoor terrace

Food presentation

Breakfast menu

Celebrations

Comfortable seating

What to Eat at DOORS

Food 6

Drinks 1

Food 5

Tips for a Better Visit

Practical details

Common Concerns

High prices

Loud music

Limited mains

Decor fee

Customer-reported prices

AED 150, without cake

AED 75, 2 pcs

AED 265

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