Crisp Baklava
One reviewer praised the crisp phyllo, balanced syrup and lightly spiced nut filling in the baklava.
Hafiz Mustafa 1864 Mall of the Emirates
Al Barsha
Hafiz Mustafa 1864 is a Turkish confectionery and coffee shop in Al Barsha’s Mall of the Emirates. It is a convenient stop for traditional sweets, especially baklava and kunafa, with tea, Turkish coffee and a sit-down area for a mid-shopping dessert break.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
2,392 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Kunafa Pairing
Kunafa is repeatedly enjoyed with Turkish coffee or tea; one guest specifically liked the cheese kunafa with mistaka coffee.
Tea Selection
Pomegranate tea and the herbal tea selection receive especially positive mentions alongside the desserts.
Milk Cakes
Milk cakes are a strong choice, with Afet-I-Devran and the raspberry milk cake both singled out by customers.
Helpful Service
Several reviews describe the team as friendly and knowledgeable, including staff who suggest suitable menu choices.
Gift Options
The shop has a gifting section where customers can choose Turkish Delights and customise ornate tins.
Large Portions
Portions can be substantial, which is useful to know if you are ordering several desserts to share.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Alaturka. For a named coffee choice, ask for Alaturka coffee; one reviewer particularly paired it with kunafa.
Share Portions. Consider sharing or ordering carefully: a reviewer said the portions are huge, especially useful when trying multiple desserts.
Sample First. Take the offered samples before choosing, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the Turkish sweets.
Choose Takeaway. Baklava travels well for takeaway; one guest bought a box after dining and found it absolutely delicious.
Mind Coffee Choices. If coffee quality matters most, note that one reviewer disliked the espresso and Americano, calling them too strong.
Find The Shop. Inside Mall of the Emirates, look on level 1; the review also confirms there is a sitting area.
Plan the visit
Practical details
| Nearest Parking: D, Mall of the Emirates - Level 1 Sheikh Zayed Rd
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Pistachio Dry Baklava Dilim
A crisp, syrup-balanced baklava slice with pistachio filling; one reviewer ordered it individually before buying a larger box.
Pistachio Classic
The six-piece Pistachio Classic box was praised as a worthwhile follow-up to the individual baklava slice.
Alaturka coffee
Alaturka coffee is a named favourite, with one guest recommending it alongside the kunafa.
cheese kunafah
Cheese kunafah is described as especially tasty with Turkish coffee flavoured with mistaka.
baklava with ice cream
Baklava with ice cream is highlighted as a dessert worth trying.
Common Concerns
High Prices
Two reviewers considered the pricing high relative to the quality, even while praising the taste.
Freshness Concern
One visit found the baklava and sütlaç stale rather than fresh, with the feedback response described as dismissive.
Weak Bakery
A reviewer found the bakery section tasteless and noted that the menu had no savoury items.
Coffee Format
Although several guests enjoy the coffee, one reviewer felt the Turkish coffee seemed less authentic when served in a cappuccino cup.
Branch Atmosphere
A visitor comparing it with the Nişantaşı branch found the Dubai display and service atmosphere less lively and inviting.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
25 AED
Espresso
“For drinks, we tried the Espresso (25 AED) and the Americano (29 AED), but we didn’t like them and wouldn’t recommend the coffee”Google review · March 2025
29 AED
Americano
“For drinks, we tried the Espresso (25 AED) and the Americano (29 AED), but we didn’t like them and wouldn’t recommend the coffee”Google review · March 2025
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The Bottom Line
Hafiz Mustafa 1864 is a Turkish dessert and coffee stop inside Mall of the Emirates in Al Barsha. You can sit down for baklava, kunafa, Turkish tea or coffee, or buy Turkish delight and boxed sweets to take home. The strongest recommendations focus on crisp, nut-filled baklava, cheese kunafa and milk cakes such as Afet-I-Devran and raspberry milk cake.
The experience is usually described as warm and well served. Reviews mention helpful menu recommendations, generous portions and a comfortable atmosphere, while the gifting section is useful for Turkish Delights and customised tins. One detailed review also describes this branch as more intimate and less crowded than the Dubai Mall location, though that comparison is not universally flattering.
There are a few reasons to choose carefully. Prices are considered high by some customers, and one visit found both baklava and sütlaç stale. Another reviewer disliked the espresso and Americano for being too strong, while a separate guest felt Turkish coffee looked less authentic in a cappuccino cup.
Samples are offered at the display, so trying before buying is sensible. For a safer first order, Alaturka coffee with kunafa, or baklava for takeaway, has particularly clear support in the reviews.
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