Sourdough crust
The thin, crisp-edged sourdough base is a consistent highlight, with several reviews noting that it feels light rather than heavy.
Goodfellas Pizzeria
Dubai Marina
Goodfellas Pizzeria is a cosy Dubai Marina spot built around thin, fermented sourdough pizzas, with breakfast also drawing regulars in. Reviews point to standout orders such as the Date Royale pizza and Royal Benedict, alongside friendly, attentive service.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
325 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Creative pizzas
Alongside classics, the menu has distinctive combinations: Date Royale, fig and honey, tandoori, and pesto pizzas all receive specific praise.
Breakfast choice
Breakfast regulars mention the Royal Benedict, keto breakfast and shakshuka, making the restaurant useful beyond pizza.
Cozy setting
Customers describe it as a small, calm and modern neighbourhood place with a cosy atmosphere rather than a formal dining room.
Family friendly
One review specifically says the team is patient with children, while another notes the restaurant became a son's favourite local pizzeria.
Attentive service
A breakfast server remembered a guest's preference for well-done eggs and checked before preparing the next order.
Fresh drinks
Reviews mention homemade-tasting iced tea, passion lemonade and mango with lime as refreshing matches for the pizza.
Beyond pizza
The wider menu has earned praise too, including lemon pasta, spaghetti meatballs and a veggie sandwich.
What to Eat at Goodfellas Pizzeria 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 Goodfellas Pizzeria, 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 Goodfellas Pizzeria got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Anchovies and chilli flakes on margherita Net +1
“Added anchovies and chilli flakes on Margherita, OMG good!”
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“Added anchovies and chilli flakes on Margherita, OMG good!”April 2025
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Beef spianata Net +1
“Lovely place and ambience.. tried Beef Spianata and it was really good would definitely come back to try more from their Menu. Nathalie was amazing and she helped us pick the best Pizza for lunch. A must visit..”
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“Lovely place and ambience.. tried Beef Spianata and it was really good would definitely come back to try more from their Menu. Nathalie was amazing and she helped us pick the best Pizza for lunch. A must visit..”January 2025
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Chicken spaghetti Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious – the salmon and chicken spaghetti were both WOW, some of the best we’ve ever had!”
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“The food was absolutely delicious – the salmon and chicken spaghetti were both WOW, some of the best we’ve ever had!”November 2025
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Chunky cookie Net +1
“pizza was a solid 3.7/5 ,the chunky cookie was great , the waiter was super friendly but there was a lady talking so loud like she owns the place " she probably does 😅 " but it was really annoying”
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“pizza was a solid 3.7/5 ,the chunky cookie was great , the waiter was super friendly but there was a lady talking so loud like she owns the place " she probably does 😅 " but it was really annoying”June 2026
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Classic margherita Net +1
“What really sets Goodfellas apart is the consistency — whether it’s a classic Margherita or one of their signature pizzas, the quality never disappoints.”
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“What really sets Goodfellas apart is the consistency — whether it’s a classic Margherita or one of their signature pizzas, the quality never disappoints.”January 2026
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Croissants Net +1
“Our neighborhood coffee shop with tons of personality and only the best croissants in town. Thanks for the warm welcome this morning Dennis. Love coming here!”
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“Our neighborhood coffee shop with tons of personality and only the best croissants in town. Thanks for the warm welcome this morning Dennis. Love coming here!”May 2026
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Date royale pizza Net +1
“highly recommend to try Date Royale pizza, best combination of the ingredients 🤤”
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“highly recommend to try Date Royale pizza, best combination of the ingredients 🤤”March 2026
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Fig pizza Net +1
“Amazing pizza and beverages available in good fellas. They have a friendly service and their fig pizza is really delicious, sweet and a little spicy. Its open 24x7 and good for late night dinners or eraly morning snacks.”
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“Amazing pizza and beverages available in good fellas. They have a friendly service and their fig pizza is really delicious, sweet and a little spicy. Its open 24x7 and good for late night dinners or eraly morning snacks.”September 2025
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Fig pizzas Net +1
“Both the fig and the pesto pizzas we sampled were superb.”
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“Both the fig and the pesto pizzas we sampled were superb.”January 2026
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Keto breakfast Net +1
“They have a keto breakfast, which is really good”
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“They have a keto breakfast, which is really good”May 2026
Honorable mentions (11)
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Lemon pasta Net +1
“The food was outstanding, the lemon pasta was a particular delight for me.”
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“The food was outstanding, the lemon pasta was a particular delight for me.”January 2026
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Meatballs in the spaghetti Net +1
“Delicious Pizza and Pasta We really love it especially the meatballs in the spaghetti. 💖”
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“Delicious Pizza and Pasta We really love it especially the meatballs in the spaghetti. 💖”January 2026
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Pepperoni and veggie pizza Net +1
“Their pepperoni and veggie pizza was amazing!”
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“Their pepperoni and veggie pizza was amazing!”August 2025
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Pepperoni pizza Net +1
“Got a pepperoni pizza and it was delicious like for real, crust was so yummy and crunchy and pizza overall was so good! Passion lemonade as well was soooo good!! Highly recommend and the service is 🤌🏻”
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“Got a pepperoni pizza and it was delicious like for real, crust was so yummy and crunchy and pizza overall was so good! Passion lemonade as well was soooo good!! Highly recommend and the service is 🤌🏻”March 2026
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Pesto pizzas Net +1
“Both the fig and the pesto pizzas we sampled were superb.”
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“Both the fig and the pesto pizzas we sampled were superb.”January 2026
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Royal benedict Net +1
“One of my favorite place that’s close to my house. I use to come here for the breakfast. The royal Benedict is amazing. The staff is friendly and very gentle.”
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“One of my favorite place that’s close to my house. I use to come here for the breakfast. The royal Benedict is amazing. The staff is friendly and very gentle.”June 2026
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Salmon spaghetti Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious – the salmon and chicken spaghetti were both WOW, some of the best we’ve ever had!”
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“The food was absolutely delicious – the salmon and chicken spaghetti were both WOW, some of the best we’ve ever had!”November 2025
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Stromboli sandwich Net +1
“I had a fantastic stromboli sandwich, a burrata salad and an organic coke.”
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“I had a fantastic stromboli sandwich, a burrata salad and an organic coke.”June 2025
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Superpower salad Net +1
“That superpower salad is the best I've ever had by far.”
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“That superpower salad is the best I've ever had by far.”September 2025
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Tandoori delight Net +1
“Now, let’s talk about the pizza—absolutely fantastic! I tried the Tandoori Delight, and it was a game-changer. The fusion of flavors was spot on—the rich, smoky tandoori chicken paired perfectly with the gooey mozzarella and just the right amount of spice. The crust was crispy on the outside and soft inside, exactly how a great pizza should be.”
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“Now, let’s talk about the pizza—absolutely fantastic! I tried the Tandoori Delight, and it was a game-changer. The fusion of flavors was spot on—the rich, smoky tandoori chicken paired perfectly with the gooey mozzarella and just the right amount of spice. The crust was crispy on the outside and soft inside, exactly how a great pizza should be.”January 2025
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Veggie sandwich Net +1
“Goodfellas Café in Dubai Marina is an absolute gem! The pizza and their veggie sandwich are authentic with the perfect crust and rich flavors -easily one of the best in Dubai. The entire staff are warm, attentive, and make you feel right at home. Cozy ambiance, quick service, and delicious food make it a must-visit spot in the Marina!”
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“Goodfellas Café in Dubai Marina is an absolute gem! The pizza and their veggie sandwich are authentic with the perfect crust and rich flavors -easily one of the best in Dubai. The entire staff are warm, attentive, and make you feel right at home. Cozy ambiance, quick service, and delicious food make it a must-visit spot in the Marina!”October 2025
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Iced tea Net +1
“Our meal was complemented by refreshing iced tea that tasted homemade and was perfectly balanced.”
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“Our meal was complemented by refreshing iced tea that tasted homemade and was perfectly balanced.”January 2026
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Mango with lime juice Net +1
“I also tried the Mango with Lime juice, which was refreshing and perfectly complemented the pizza.”
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“I also tried the Mango with Lime juice, which was refreshing and perfectly complemented the pizza.”October 2025
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Margarita Net +1
“I had the margarita which was awesome..Nice crispy base..the sour dough base is so good..the pizza sauce reminds me of Italy..”
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“I had the margarita which was awesome..Nice crispy base..the sour dough base is so good..the pizza sauce reminds me of Italy..”May 2025
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Passion lemonade Net +1
“Got a pepperoni pizza and it was delicious like for real, crust was so yummy and crunchy and pizza overall was so good! Passion lemonade as well was soooo good!! Highly recommend and the service is 🤌🏻”
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“Got a pepperoni pizza and it was delicious like for real, crust was so yummy and crunchy and pizza overall was so good! Passion lemonade as well was soooo good!! Highly recommend and the service is 🤌🏻”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Date Royale. Start with the Date Royale if you like unusual sweet-savoury combinations; reviews call its ingredient pairing especially good.
Specify eggs. At breakfast, say if you want your eggs well done; one guest had this preference remembered and accommodated during a busy service.
Watch spice. The tandoori pizza is praised for its flavour but described as spicy, so it may not suit anyone avoiding heat.
Check toppings. Confirm the total before ordering a large build-your-own pizza: one review reported 120 dirhams after adding three toppings.
Try breakfast. If you are visiting early, breakfast is worth considering: the Royal Benedict and keto breakfast both receive specific praise.
Late visits. One customer reports that the restaurant is open around the clock, making it an option for late dinners or early snacks.
Plan the visit
Practical details
MAG 218 Tower - Shop 1
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Build-your-own cost
One customer paid 120 dirhams for a large build-your-own pizza with three toppings and considered the price excessive.
Inconsistent bake
A review reported bland marinara and a burnt, floppy pizza, suggesting the build-your-own order was not reliable on that visit.
Noise issue
One customer found a nearby woman talking loudly enough to disrupt the meal.
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The Bottom Line
Goodfellas Pizzeria is a cosy Dubai Marina neighbourhood restaurant where the main draw is thin, crisp sourdough pizza. Reviews mention classics as well as more distinctive choices, particularly the Date Royale, fig and honey, tandoori and pesto pizzas. The dough is repeatedly described as light, with one customer noting its 48-hour fermentation.
It is not only a pizza stop. Breakfast regulars come for the Royal Benedict, keto breakfast and shakshuka, while the wider menu includes lemon pasta, spaghetti meatballs, burrata salad and a veggie sandwich. Homemade-tasting iced tea, passion lemonade and mango with lime are useful drink pairings.
The room is small, calm and modern, with a relaxed atmosphere that suits solo visits, families and casual meals. Reviews consistently describe the service as friendly and attentive; one breakfast customer was impressed that staff remembered a preference for well-done eggs. The restaurant is also described in one review as open 24x7, though that is a customer report rather than a stated schedule.
There is one important ordering caution. A customer paid 120 dirhams for a large build-your-own pizza with three toppings and found the marinara bland and the pizza burnt and floppy. Another found loud conversation disruptive.
If choosing build-your-own, check the total first, and ask about spice if ordering the tandoori pizza.