Saffron Tea
The signature Zafran Tea is repeatedly praised for its aroma, balanced saffron flavour and comforting taste.
FiLLi Cafe | Karama - Dubai
Al Karama
FiLLi Cafe in Al Karama is a compact tea café known for saffron-infused karak and a relaxed setting with indoor and outdoor seating. Reviews make the Zafran Tea the main draw, while snacks such as samosas, bun maska and spicy chicken momos give you something to eat alongside it.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
1,219 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Cozy Setting
The warm interiors and outdoor seating suit relaxed catch-ups, quiet tea breaks and short work sessions.
Work-Friendly
One review specifically mentions good Wi-Fi and accessible charging points for remote work or study.
Spicy Momos
The spicy chicken momos are singled out as especially tasty with the accompanying sauce.
Fresh Wrap
The chicken tikka wrap was described as freshly made, making it a useful choice beyond tea and snacks.
Late Hours
A dated review says the café stayed open until 2 AM, which suits late tea or snack runs.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Temperature. Ask for your tea hot when ordering; one review received it lukewarm and finished it before the food arrived.
Watch Timing. If ordering tea with food, allow for staggered service: one visit had 15 minutes between the tea and bun maska.
Try Indoors. For a quieter work or study stop, use the indoor seating, Wi-Fi and charging points mentioned in one review.
Expect Crowds. Evenings can be busy, so consider an earlier visit if you want outdoor seating or a relaxed table.
Check Portions. For takeaway samosas, confirm the size and value before ordering; one customer found five pieces unusually small.
Mind Sweetness. If you prefer less-sweet tea, ask about sugar: one review found the Zafarani tea too sweet.
Plan the visit
Practical details
8 13A St
Al Karama, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Egg Bhurji with Toast
This breakfast combination was described as tasty alongside Zafaraan Tea.
Masala Fries
The masala fries were praised for their seasoning and make a useful side with the café's savoury food.
Ice Safran & Bun Maska
One customer chose this pairing as a relaxing late-day order.
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Several reviews report long gaps between items, including tea arriving 15 minutes before the bun maska and samosas.
Temperature Issues
Tea was described as lukewarm in more than one visit, which is a notable drawback for a tea-focused café.
High Prices
Some customers feel the tea is expensive for takeaway and no longer delivers enough flavour for the price.
Small Samosas
An online order of five samosas was criticised for unusually small portions relative to the stated price.
Service Attitude
Reviews include complaints about rude responses, unhelpful handling of mistakes and staff seeming uninterested in feedback.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
20 AEd
5 Samosas
“I ordered online 5 Samosas for 20 AEd and they are sending small samosa which is no where in the market”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
FiLLi Cafe in Al Karama is primarily a karak-and-snacks stop, with the Zafran Tea attracting the most attention. Customers also mention the chicken tikka wrap, spicy chicken momos with sauce, bun maska and Egg Bhurji with Toast, so it works for a light breakfast or quick bite rather than tea alone. The reported iftar box included a chicken tikka wrap and was recommended for a light iftar.
The setting is one of the stronger reasons to sit in. Reviews describe warm lighting, comfortable seating, indoor and outdoor tables, Wi-Fi and charging points. It can suit a catch-up, a quiet tea break or some casual work, although the branch is small and evenings have been described as crowded.
One older review says it stayed open until 2 AM, useful for late tea and snacks. There is a noticeable service and consistency caveat. Customers have reported lukewarm tea, food arriving in widely separated stages and staff handling mistakes or seating requests poorly.
Pricing also divides opinion, especially for takeaway tea and small samosas; one order was five pieces for 20 AEd. If you visit, ask for the tea hot, clarify sweetness and check takeaway portions before paying.