Vegan Choices
Reviewers describe the vegan pizzas and vegan cheesecakes as creative and delicious, with the Freegan and Beyond Meat options standing out.
Freedom Pizza | JLT
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Freedom Pizza | JLT is a pizza restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers with delivery, takeaway and a menu that includes vegan and gluten-free pizzas. Reviews highlight creative toppings, the Saatchi pizza and kids’ catering boxes, though dine-in availability and allergy handling need checking before you go.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
240 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fast Delivery
Several customers report quick delivery; one received a hot pizza in under 20 minutes, while another recorded a 24-minute arrival.
Catering Boxes
Kids’ birthday catering boxes are available, and a large mixed pizza order with potato wedges arrived on time and hot.
Toppings Variety
Customers mention a broad choice of toppings and styles, including distinctive combinations such as the Saatchi’s buffalo chicken, cheeses and pimento chili.
Easy Ordering
The online ordering system was praised for working smoothly and using what3words to help pinpoint delivery locations.
Responsive Service
When one regular customer complained, the restaurant responded quickly, apologised and provided compensation.
Named Favourite
The Saatchi is a recurring favourite, with one reviewer specifically describing its pimento chili, buffalo chicken, cream cheese and multiple cheeses.
What to Eat at Freedom Pizza | JLT 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 Freedom Pizza | JLT, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. 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 Freedom Pizza | JLT, 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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Saatchi pizza Net +2
“Everything we are in Dubai, we make sure to order this, in particular, Saatchi pizza! Saatchi - Pimento Chili, Onions, Buffalo Chicken, Creme Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Mozzarella, Buffalo Red Sauce Hands down, once of the best pizzas ever!”
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“Everything we are in Dubai, we make sure to order this, in particular, Saatchi pizza! Saatchi - Pimento Chili, Onions, Buffalo Chicken, Creme Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Mozzarella, Buffalo Red Sauce Hands down, once of the best pizzas ever!”June 2021
“I’ve always enjoyed their Saatchi personally but most flavours are great ! Special thanks ! to James for helping me sort my order which arrived on time and hot!”February 2025
Honorable mentions (19)
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Bbq chicken pizza Net +1
“It's good put something was missing on the BBQ chicken pizza... Lovely staff and wholesome ingredients, offering gluten free and health options you can't go wrong. I'll likely give you another try but will go something more traditional, also the sides look amazing!”
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“It's good put something was missing on the BBQ chicken pizza... Lovely staff and wholesome ingredients, offering gluten free and health options you can't go wrong. I'll likely give you another try but will go something more traditional, also the sides look amazing!”January 2019
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Carnivore large pizzas Net +1
“Ordered the Freegan ( for the vegetarians )and Carnivore Large Pizzas for the Parents along with some potato wedges. Regret not ordering more quantity due to popular choice with the crowd despite other options we had available.It was all enjoyed so quickly , hence couldn’t even take a picture.”
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“Ordered the Freegan ( for the vegetarians )and Carnivore Large Pizzas for the Parents along with some potato wedges. Regret not ordering more quantity due to popular choice with the crowd despite other options we had available.It was all enjoyed so quickly , hence couldn’t even take a picture.”February 2025
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Chicken nuggets Net +1
“So the gluten free pizza is tough, dry, and hard to chew. Be cautious, have water to drink in close proximity. The Chicken nuggets were good.”
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“So the gluten free pizza is tough, dry, and hard to chew. Be cautious, have water to drink in close proximity. The Chicken nuggets were good.”May 2022
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Chicken strips Net +1
“Stopped in on their opening night in Sterling heights....fantastic pizza & chicken strips! Love their healthy & good tasting crust! Love the fact that all the ingredients are fresh! No processed NOTHING folks! And U can totally tell be the taste. I will be back again!! Thank U soo much NKD, for the invite! :) It's cheating...but not really cheating on your diet! ;)”
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“Stopped in on their opening night in Sterling heights....fantastic pizza & chicken strips! Love their healthy & good tasting crust! Love the fact that all the ingredients are fresh! No processed NOTHING folks! And U can totally tell be the taste. I will be back again!! Thank U soo much NKD, for the invite! :) It's cheating...but not really cheating on your diet! ;)”April 2016
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Chocolate chip cookies Net +1
“And the chocolate chip cookies.. om nom... so delicious! My husband and I had to fight for the last piece...”
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“And the chocolate chip cookies.. om nom... so delicious! My husband and I had to fight for the last piece...”June 2021
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Detroit orginal (pepperoni) Net +1
“The pizzas we got was the Detroit Orginal (Pepperoni), and Motown Pesto. The pizzas were AED 30 each, and what we loved about it was the crust - it was super thick and crispy on the outside. They try to create their pizzas like a deep dish (it's not a deep dish) which is why the crust is thick, and it was very soft as well. There was perfect balance between the sauce, the toppings, and the crust, and it's one of the most unique pizzas we've ever eaten, and is definitely a must try whether you're a pizza person or not :)”
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“The pizzas we got was the Detroit Orginal (Pepperoni), and Motown Pesto. The pizzas were AED 30 each, and what we loved about it was the crust - it was super thick and crispy on the outside. They try to create their pizzas like a deep dish (it's not a deep dish) which is why the crust is thick, and it was very soft as well. There was perfect balance between the sauce, the toppings, and the crust, and it's one of the most unique pizzas we've ever eaten, and is definitely a must try whether you're a pizza person or not :)”October 2019
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Freegan Net +1
“Ordered the Freegan ( for the vegetarians )and Carnivore Large Pizzas for the Parents along with some potato wedges. Regret not ordering more quantity due to popular choice with the crowd despite other options we had available.It was all enjoyed so quickly , hence couldn’t even take a picture.”
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“Ordered the Freegan ( for the vegetarians )and Carnivore Large Pizzas for the Parents along with some potato wedges. Regret not ordering more quantity due to popular choice with the crowd despite other options we had available.It was all enjoyed so quickly , hence couldn’t even take a picture.”February 2025
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Garlic bread Net +1
“Slurp slurp. Excellent pizzas, especially the pesto one. The garlic bread is great too! Want to try the salads now!”
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“Slurp slurp. Excellent pizzas, especially the pesto one. The garlic bread is great too! Want to try the salads now!”October 2017
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Motown pesto Net +1
“The pizzas we got was the Detroit Orginal (Pepperoni), and Motown Pesto. The pizzas were AED 30 each, and what we loved about it was the crust - it was super thick and crispy on the outside. They try to create their pizzas like a deep dish (it's not a deep dish) which is why the crust is thick, and it was very soft as well. There was perfect balance between the sauce, the toppings, and the crust, and it's one of the most unique pizzas we've ever eaten, and is definitely a must try whether you're a pizza person or not :)”
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“The pizzas we got was the Detroit Orginal (Pepperoni), and Motown Pesto. The pizzas were AED 30 each, and what we loved about it was the crust - it was super thick and crispy on the outside. They try to create their pizzas like a deep dish (it's not a deep dish) which is why the crust is thick, and it was very soft as well. There was perfect balance between the sauce, the toppings, and the crust, and it's one of the most unique pizzas we've ever eaten, and is definitely a must try whether you're a pizza person or not :)”October 2019
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Nkd pizza Net +1
“I think that NKD pizza is one of the best out there. I ordered takeout from there last month and had it three times already. Hahaha. The pizza comes quick and the staff are polite and friendly. Discount with Emirates Platinum card holders.”
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“I think that NKD pizza is one of the best out there. I ordered takeout from there last month and had it three times already. Hahaha. The pizza comes quick and the staff are polite and friendly. Discount with Emirates Platinum card holders.”May 2014
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Panko crusted chicken fingers Net +1
“Pretty good menu. The Panko crusted chicken fingers were excellent.”
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“Pretty good menu. The Panko crusted chicken fingers were excellent.”September 2018
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Potato wedges Net +1
“Ordered the Freegan ( for the vegetarians )and Carnivore Large Pizzas for the Parents along with some potato wedges. Regret not ordering more quantity due to popular choice with the crowd despite other options we had available.It was all enjoyed so quickly , hence couldn’t even take a picture.”
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“Ordered the Freegan ( for the vegetarians )and Carnivore Large Pizzas for the Parents along with some potato wedges. Regret not ordering more quantity due to popular choice with the crowd despite other options we had available.It was all enjoyed so quickly , hence couldn’t even take a picture.”February 2025
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Salted caramel Net +1
“Desert was outstanding Salted Caramel. You should try once and then judge yourself the taste is supercilious delicious and wonderful.”
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“Desert was outstanding Salted Caramel. You should try once and then judge yourself the taste is supercilious delicious and wonderful.”October 2020
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Skinny pizza Net +1
“We get the skinny pizza. Its a little floppy for me but still good.”
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“We get the skinny pizza. Its a little floppy for me but still good.”September 2018
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Thin crust pizzas Net +1
“I walked over from JBR. They're rebuilding and the front is locked so thought I was in for a disappointment. The staff attended to my knocking, coming over from the back and made two of the most delicious thin crust pizzas. Definitely going back!”
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“I walked over from JBR. They're rebuilding and the front is locked so thought I was in for a disappointment. The staff attended to my knocking, coming over from the back and made two of the most delicious thin crust pizzas. Definitely going back!”June 2021
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Vegan beyond meat Net +1
“Says dine in but it isn't anymore. Took 45 min waiting there to get order. Overpriced for poor cardboard flavor quality. Vegan beyond meat is great though.”
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“Says dine in but it isn't anymore. Took 45 min waiting there to get order. Overpriced for poor cardboard flavor quality. Vegan beyond meat is great though.”June 2023
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Vegan cheesecakes Net +1
“Unbelievably delicious tasting vegan pizza and vegan cheesecakes. I feel blessed that I've found this place! HEAVEN for vegans!”
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“Unbelievably delicious tasting vegan pizza and vegan cheesecakes. I feel blessed that I've found this place! HEAVEN for vegans!”January 2022
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Vegan pizza Net +1
“Unbelievably delicious tasting vegan pizza and vegan cheesecakes. I feel blessed that I've found this place! HEAVEN for vegans!”
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“Unbelievably delicious tasting vegan pizza and vegan cheesecakes. I feel blessed that I've found this place! HEAVEN for vegans!”January 2022
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Gluten-free pizza Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Delicious gluten free pizza! It's quite pricey, but it's what I would expect for gf pizza in Dubai. Great service, beautiful location. Loved it!”
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“Delicious gluten free pizza! It's quite pricey, but it's what I would expect for gf pizza in Dubai. Great service, beautiful location. Loved it!”December 2017
“Very good pizza , they also make gluten free pizza and as well as veg based..”July 2019
What to Avoid (5)
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Cheesy breadsticks Net −1
“Cheesy breadsticks were over cooked, flat, not good. Ranch sauce was like water. Pizza sauce was ok. Pizza Oahu. Not good pineapples were hard not fresh. Just overall. Expesive and not good Food was ready in 15 minutes. Great service just food blah”
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“Cheesy breadsticks were over cooked, flat, not good. Ranch sauce was like water. Pizza sauce was ok. Pizza Oahu. Not good pineapples were hard not fresh. Just overall. Expesive and not good Food was ready in 15 minutes. Great service just food blah”April 2016
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Nutella banana dessert Net −1
“and the Nutella banana dessert had raw bananas inside not appetizing over sweetened with Nutella.. this is our regular order since we our vegetarian so understand the difference immediately.. either the chef has changed or their quality is deteriorated. Very very disappointed.”
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“and the Nutella banana dessert had raw bananas inside not appetizing over sweetened with Nutella.. this is our regular order since we our vegetarian so understand the difference immediately.. either the chef has changed or their quality is deteriorated. Very very disappointed.”April 2025
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Pizza oahu Net −1
“Cheesy breadsticks were over cooked, flat, not good. Ranch sauce was like water. Pizza sauce was ok. Pizza Oahu. Not good pineapples were hard not fresh. Just overall. Expesive and not good Food was ready in 15 minutes. Great service just food blah”
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“Cheesy breadsticks were over cooked, flat, not good. Ranch sauce was like water. Pizza sauce was ok. Pizza Oahu. Not good pineapples were hard not fresh. Just overall. Expesive and not good Food was ready in 15 minutes. Great service just food blah”April 2016
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Special order pizza Net −1
“I have a special order pizza that I designed myself and it has previously been consistently good. Last nights was poorly made, lacked some of the usual ingredients and tasted - reheated. Although since the driver was new the pizza took well over an hour to deliver so was actually lukewarm when it arrived. It had also slipped in the box so was crumpled up at one end. I think Freedom Pizza just lost a regular customer.”
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“I have a special order pizza that I designed myself and it has previously been consistently good. Last nights was poorly made, lacked some of the usual ingredients and tasted - reheated. Although since the driver was new the pizza took well over an hour to deliver so was actually lukewarm when it arrived. It had also slipped in the box so was crumpled up at one end. I think Freedom Pizza just lost a regular customer.”March 2018
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Plant eater pizza Net −2
“We had ordered veg plant eater pizza. It was not good at all. First of all it was sweet, second the bread was not good, it was bitter in taste. I am not sure about non veg options but i recommend that do not try this veg pizza. Other pizza franchise are far better than this.”
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“We had ordered veg plant eater pizza. It was not good at all. First of all it was sweet, second the bread was not good, it was bitter in taste. I am not sure about non veg options but i recommend that do not try this veg pizza. Other pizza franchise are far better than this.”January 2020
“We ordered the plant eater pizza with their normal crust to my surprise the crust was so thick like other pizza joints so disappointed with so less toppings and the Nutella banana dessert had raw bananas inside not appetizing over sweetened with Nutella.”April 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm Safety. If you have an intolerance or coeliac disease, confirm preparation safeguards before ordering; reviews report gluten contamination and a reaction.
Check Location. Call or verify the current setup before travelling to Jumeirah Lake Towers, since a recent visitor found it was not operating as a restaurant.
Check Order. Inspect the pizza before accepting it, especially when ordering meat or dietary-specific options; one pepperoni and salami order arrived vegetarian.
Consider Delivery. Delivery may be the more practical format: reviews praise quick arrivals, while dine-in reports mention limited space and waiting.
Book Catering. For children’s parties, ask about the catering boxes and order quantities early; a birthday crowd finished the pizzas and wedges quickly.
Try Saatchi. For a distinctive first order, consider the Saatchi, repeatedly mentioned as a favourite rather than choosing only a standard combination.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Cluster N
Al Thanyah Fifth - Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Order Errors
A customer ordered pepperoni and beef salami but received a vegetarian pizza, then could not reach the restaurant despite repeated calls.
Dine-In Unclear
Recent reviews say the JLT site is no longer a restaurant, while another customer reported waiting 45 minutes there for an order.
Uneven Crust
Crust feedback ranges from gummy and overly thick to tough and dry, including complaints about a gluten-free base being hard to chew.
Small Portions
One customer said medium pizzas were smaller than a hand and cost AED 90, creating a poor value impression.
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The Bottom Line
Freedom Pizza | JLT is a pizza restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers that customers mostly use for delivery or takeaway. The menu has useful alternatives to standard pizza, including the vegan Freegan, Beyond Meat options and gluten-free bases. The Saatchi is a recurring favourite, while the Detroit Original (Pepperoni) and Motown Pesto were praised for their thick, crisp crust in one review.
Speed is a real strength when the operation runs smoothly. Customers describe pizzas arriving hot and in under 20 minutes, and the online ordering system has been praised for being easy to use, including what3words delivery positioning. For children’s parties, reviewers found the catering boxes handy; one birthday order of Freegan and Carnivore Large pizzas with potato wedges arrived on time and disappeared quickly.
There are important caveats. Dine-in availability appears unclear, with a recent visitor saying the JLT site was not a restaurant, and older reviews mention very limited seating. Crust quality is inconsistent, with reports ranging from gummy and overly thick to tough and dry.
Most seriously, gluten-free customers should confirm cross-contamination safeguards before ordering: multiple reviews describe gluten being mixed up with gluten-free orders or causing a reaction. Check the order on arrival, and treat quoted prices as historical rather than current.