Strong breakfast
Breakfast has plenty of choice, with generous portions and standout dishes including the Big Breakfast and Royal benedict.
Friends Avenue Cafe Springs Souk
Barsha Heights
Friends Avenue Cafe at Springs Souk is an all-day dining cafe with a broad breakfast menu, coffee and full meals. Reviews make it especially appealing for a relaxed breakfast, well-made drinks and dishes such as steak or the Chicken Sando.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
326 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Good coffee
The honey cinnamon latte, iced matcha latte, cortado and iced Spanish latte all receive specific praise from customers.
Fresh food
Several reviews describe the food as fresh, while the Chicken Sando is praised for juicy chicken and crisp, non-greasy fries.
Relaxed setting
The cafe is repeatedly described as cozy, aesthetic and comfortable for a quiet meal or an unhurried coffee.
Healthy choices
The menu includes healthy options that reviewers found genuinely enjoyable, including the Superfood Salad and Green Morning Bowl.
Dessert standout
The Tiramisu is a notable dessert pick: one reviewer found it unexpectedly excellent and not overly sweet.
Work-friendly
One regular appreciates being able to plug in a laptop and work from the cafe.
Warm service
Many customers describe the team as attentive, welcoming and accommodating throughout the meal.
What to Eat at Friends Avenue Cafe Springs Souk 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 Friends Avenue Cafe Springs Souk, 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.
These items at Friends Avenue Cafe Springs Souk got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Tiramisu Net +2
“For dessert, I asked the staff for a recommendation, and they suggested the Tiramisu. I was hesitant at first, as I'm usually not a fan of this type of dessert. I ordered it to-go, thinking I might not finish it. But I decided to try a bite before leaving and to my surprise, it was incredible. Hands down the best Tiramisu I’ve ever had. It literally melted in my mouth and not very sweet. I ended up finishing the whole thing before even walking out the door.😅😅😅”
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Review excerpts
“For dessert, I asked the staff for a recommendation, and they suggested the Tiramisu. I was hesitant at first, as I'm usually not a fan of this type of dessert. I ordered it to-go, thinking I might not finish it. But I decided to try a bite before leaving and to my surprise, it was incredible. Hands down the best Tiramisu I’ve ever had. It literally melted in my mouth and not very sweet. I ended up finishing the whole thing before even walking out the door.😅😅😅”June 2025
“The tiramissu or the chocolate cake are great and the Ethiopian V 60 is wonderful”March 2026
Honorable mentions (14)
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Champ breakfast Net +1
“The Champ Breakfast was delicious and perfectly portioned.”
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“The Champ Breakfast was delicious and perfectly portioned.”January 2026
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Chicken & avocado sandwich Net +1
“The Chicken & Avocado Sandwich is another favorite of ours, and the fries that come with it are absolutely delicious.”
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“The Chicken & Avocado Sandwich is another favorite of ours, and the fries that come with it are absolutely delicious.”July 2026
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Chicken sando Net +1
“I ordered the Chicken Sando with a hot cappuccino. The side fries were cooked perfectly to my liking, crisp on the outside and not greasy. The sandwich itself was excellent, perfectly toasted bread with a thick, juicy piece of chicken that was cooked just right.”
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“I ordered the Chicken Sando with a hot cappuccino. The side fries were cooked perfectly to my liking, crisp on the outside and not greasy. The sandwich itself was excellent, perfectly toasted bread with a thick, juicy piece of chicken that was cooked just right.”June 2025
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Chicken strips Net +1
“Its been a long time since i liked chicken strips which are a must try here with their sauce.”
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“Its been a long time since i liked chicken strips which are a must try here with their sauce.”March 2026
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Chocolate cake Net +1
“The tiramissu or the chocolate cake are great and the Ethiopian V 60 is wonderful”
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“The tiramissu or the chocolate cake are great and the Ethiopian V 60 is wonderful”March 2026
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Egg and sausage fac'muffin Net +1
“Great food, i had Egg and Sausage Fac'muffin. Delicious! Who wouldve thought to put chilli jam in an egg and sausage muffin? But it totally works. Excellent service by Jhona and her colleagues.”
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“Great food, i had Egg and Sausage Fac'muffin. Delicious! Who wouldve thought to put chilli jam in an egg and sausage muffin? But it totally works. Excellent service by Jhona and her colleagues.”May 2026
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Ethiopian v 60 Net +1
“The tiramissu or the chocolate cake are great and the Ethiopian V 60 is wonderful”
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“The tiramissu or the chocolate cake are great and the Ethiopian V 60 is wonderful”March 2026
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Green morning bowl Net +1
“The green morning bowl is a must try.”
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“The green morning bowl is a must try.”October 2025
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Mongolian beef Net +1
“Steak, chicken, pulled beef and Mongolian beef. Each one better than the next.”
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“Steak, chicken, pulled beef and Mongolian beef. Each one better than the next.”June 2026
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Pulled beef Net +1
“Steak, chicken, pulled beef and Mongolian beef. Each one better than the next.”
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“Steak, chicken, pulled beef and Mongolian beef. Each one better than the next.”June 2026
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Royal benedict Net +1
“Amazing breakfast served till 3 maybe. Royal benedict is super good.”
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“Amazing breakfast served till 3 maybe. Royal benedict is super good.”March 2026
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Slow cooked beef Net +1
“Just amazing menu! A lot of healthy options yet not boring and delicious! Superfood salad and slow cooked beef are highly recommended ! Prices are very good too”
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“Just amazing menu! A lot of healthy options yet not boring and delicious! Superfood salad and slow cooked beef are highly recommended ! Prices are very good too”April 2026
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Superfood salad Net +1
“Just amazing menu! A lot of healthy options yet not boring and delicious! Superfood salad and slow cooked beef are highly recommended ! Prices are very good too”
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“Just amazing menu! A lot of healthy options yet not boring and delicious! Superfood salad and slow cooked beef are highly recommended ! Prices are very good too”April 2026
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Sweet potato fries Net +1
“Loved my orders especially the sweet potato fries!”
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“Loved my orders especially the sweet potato fries!”September 2025
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Cortado Net +1
“We tried the cheese cake french toast as a cute birthday treat for our friend, our host Alne was so sweet she prepped it with candle and even played the happy birthday song! our barista Ivan also prepared the best cortado! Great experience!”
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“We tried the cheese cake french toast as a cute birthday treat for our friend, our host Alne was so sweet she prepped it with candle and even played the happy birthday song! our barista Ivan also prepared the best cortado! Great experience!”June 2026
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Honey cinnamon latte Net +1
“Make sure to get the honey cinnamon latte or the iced matcha latte - amazing flavors and always fresh!”
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“Make sure to get the honey cinnamon latte or the iced matcha latte - amazing flavors and always fresh!”July 2026
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Iced matcha latte Net +1
“Make sure to get the honey cinnamon latte or the iced matcha latte - amazing flavors and always fresh!”
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“Make sure to get the honey cinnamon latte or the iced matcha latte - amazing flavors and always fresh!”July 2026
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Iced spanish latte Net +1
“I ordered an iced spanish latte, and it had a nice balance—not too sweet, not too strong. You could really taste the coffee, and the sweet added just the right touch. It was super refreshing, especially since it was served really cold—perfect for a hot day.”
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“I ordered an iced spanish latte, and it had a nice balance—not too sweet, not too strong. You could really taste the coffee, and the sweet added just the right touch. It was super refreshing, especially since it was served really cold—perfect for a hot day.”April 2026
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Rasberry&mango smoothie Net +1
“Rasberry&Mango smoothie is my favorite!😍”
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“Rasberry&Mango smoothie is my favorite!😍”March 2026
What to Avoid (2)
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Cheesecake Net −1
“Second of all I was sat right in front of the kitchen door and I could see him holding a plate of cheesecake and at the same time placing his fingers in his mouth, than later proceeds to give the same plate to the customers. This is so disappointing and disgusting.”
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“Second of all I was sat right in front of the kitchen door and I could see him holding a plate of cheesecake and at the same time placing his fingers in his mouth, than later proceeds to give the same plate to the customers. This is so disappointing and disgusting.”June 2026
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Chicken katsu Net −1
“I ordered the Chicken Katsu, which is normally my go-to dish, and honestly it was terrible. The chicken tasted off, the whole dish was covered in way too much sauce, and there was barely any flavor. I only ate a few pieces because I was hungry and left the rest. An hour later I’m home with a stomach ache and had to take a tablet.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered the Chicken Katsu, which is normally my go-to dish, and honestly it was terrible. The chicken tasted off, the whole dish was covered in way too much sauce, and there was barely any flavor. I only ate a few pieces because I was hungry and left the rest. An hour later I’m home with a stomach ache and had to take a tablet.”June 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Try lattes. For a coffee stop, consider the honey cinnamon latte or iced matcha latte, both specifically recommended by a customer.
Go for breakfast. Breakfast is served until around 3, so you have a late-morning window to try dishes such as the Royal Benedict.
Save room. Ask for a dessert recommendation; the Tiramisu was suggested to a hesitant diner and became their favourite part of the visit.
Check your order. Because one review describes wrong dishes and unclear preparation, confirm special requests when the food arrives.
Plan workspace. If you intend to work, be considerate about table space: one regular reported groups occupying four or five seats for one coffee.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Springs Souk
Al Thanyah Fourth, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Hygiene concern
One customer reported plates being moved from another table and a server touching their mouth before handling cheesecake.
Uneven service
A dissatisfied visit involved waiting to order, asking for plates and receiving no table check during the meal.
Dish inconsistency
One regular found the Chicken Katsu unusually poor, with off-tasting chicken, excessive sauce and a later stomach ache.
Small coffees
A review praised the food but found some coffees small and slightly cold, with some main-dish sides also limited.
Table hogging
People working from the cafe sometimes occupy four or five seats while ordering only one coffee.
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The Bottom Line
Friends Avenue Cafe at Springs Souk is an all-day dining cafe that works particularly well for breakfast, coffee or a relaxed meal. The menu gives you plenty to choose from: reviewers mention the Big Breakfast, Royal Benedict, Chicken Sando, steak and healthy plates such as the Superfood Salad. Portions are described as good value in one breakfast review, and several diners call the food fresh.
Coffee is a genuine draw. Customers specifically praise the honey cinnamon latte, iced matcha latte, iced Spanish latte and cortado, while one regular calls the matcha the best they have had in the city. The setting is repeatedly described as cozy, aesthetic and calm enough for a quiet meal; laptop users can also plug in and work.
There are worthwhile dessert and late-breakfast choices too. The Tiramisu surprised one hesitant customer enough to be finished before leaving, and breakfast appears to run until around 3. Service is often warm and attentive, though the reviews also show inconsistency.
Complaints include a long wait to order, dismissive handling of a requested change, small or slightly cold coffees, table-hogging by workers and one serious hygiene report. It is worth checking your order and the condition of drinks when they arrive.