Park setting
Outdoor tables beneath a large tree create a quiet, lit setting inside the park, especially pleasant in cooler weather.
HAPI
Al Satwa
HAPI is an ice cream shop and all-day diner in Al Satwa's Al Khazzan Park, with a peaceful outdoor setting beneath a large tree. Customers return for its homemade ice cream, especially unusual sorbets, and for substantial flavours such as bone broth and sweet potato pancakes.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
192 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Bone broth
The bone broth is repeatedly praised as fresh, rich and distinct from ordinary chicken soup; takeaway packets are also available.
Ice cream
The homemade ice cream stands out for unusual flavours, including chocolate-orange-almond, banoffee pie and raspberry cheesecake.
Gluten-free
A family review says the team took its son's coeliac needs seriously and made them feel safe eating there.
Breakfast favourite
Sweet potato pancakes are a standout breakfast order for at least one returning customer, alongside well-regarded coffee.
Fresh cooking
Customers describe the food as freshly cooked, with one long-term visitor highlighting the use of local ingredients.
What to Eat at HAPI 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 HAPI, 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 HAPI, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 3
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Crinkle chips Net +2
“We also ordered crinkle chips, which were served super hot and freshly cooked – real potato finally.”
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Review excerpts
“We also ordered crinkle chips, which were served super hot and freshly cooked – real potato finally.”July 2025
“they have many options to eat we tried crinkle chips and waffle kunafa 😋”March 2022
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Ice pops Net +2
“Amazing ice cream, ice pops and snacks.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Amazing ice cream, ice pops and snacks.”March 2021
“Great selection of desserts like ice-cream and popsicles. They also share the same great location with the other cafés in Al Khazzan park.”May 2022
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Orange - almond - chocolate Net +2
“Mint Chocolate and Orange - Almond - Chocolate were the ones I tried.”
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Review excerpts
“Mint Chocolate and Orange - Almond - Chocolate were the ones I tried.”May 2025
“Tried the chocolate orange almond + banoffee pie and they were both amazing. Will be back for more 🙌🏼👏”August 2024
Honorable mentions (31)
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Avo toast poach eggs Net +1
“The Avo toast poach eggs was simple yet so tasty, and the egg was cooked to perfection.”
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Review excerpts
“The Avo toast poach eggs was simple yet so tasty, and the egg was cooked to perfection.”July 2025
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Banoffee pie Net +1
“Tried the chocolate orange almond + banoffee pie and they were both amazing. Will be back for more 🙌🏼👏”
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Review excerpts
“Tried the chocolate orange almond + banoffee pie and they were both amazing. Will be back for more 🙌🏼👏”August 2024
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Beef bone broth Net +1
“We tried the two versions of beef bone broth, and both were rich in flavor, comforting, and felt just like home.”
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Review excerpts
“We tried the two versions of beef bone broth, and both were rich in flavor, comforting, and felt just like home.”July 2025
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Blackberry sorbet Net +1
“But the blackberry sorbet was outstanding!”
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Review excerpts
“But the blackberry sorbet was outstanding!”January 2023
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Bone marrow Net +1
“The one item I wasn't overly keen on was the bone marrow, which tasted amazing but left me feeling nauseous afterwards as it was quite rich for me and a bit heavy on my stomach.”
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Review excerpts
“The one item I wasn't overly keen on was the bone marrow, which tasted amazing but left me feeling nauseous afterwards as it was quite rich for me and a bit heavy on my stomach.”December 2020
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Bonebroth Net +1
“A hidden gem. The bonebroth was great; I would just have liked to be served in a real bowl.”
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Review excerpts
“A hidden gem. The bonebroth was great; I would just have liked to be served in a real bowl.”February 2026
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Broth Net +1
“Best broth in dubai , lovely outside seating , very casual restaurant , everything in the menu is good .”
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Review excerpts
“Best broth in dubai , lovely outside seating , very casual restaurant , everything in the menu is good .”October 2022
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Cheese puffs Net +1
“Their cheese puffs were absolutely delicious They also have breakfast sets which come at an ok price.”
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Review excerpts
“Their cheese puffs were absolutely delicious They also have breakfast sets which come at an ok price.”February 2021
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Cheesecake ice cream Net +1
“Located in al khazzan park satwa , the coffee were normal the cheesecake ice cream was nice , they have amazing seating area in the park .”
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Review excerpts
“Located in al khazzan park satwa , the coffee were normal the cheesecake ice cream was nice , they have amazing seating area in the park .”February 2021
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Coconut ice cream Net +1
“The coconut ice cream was good, very creamy and luckily not too sweet.”
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Review excerpts
“The coconut ice cream was good, very creamy and luckily not too sweet.”January 2023
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Coleslaw Net +1
“For salads, we had the Fresh herb salad and Coleslaw – both fresh, light, and delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“For salads, we had the Fresh herb salad and Coleslaw – both fresh, light, and delicious.”July 2025
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Cookies Net +1
“Se tried the dates muffin and cookies, both were very delicious and super fresh. Kids loved them”
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Review excerpts
“Se tried the dates muffin and cookies, both were very delicious and super fresh. Kids loved them”November 2024
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Dates muffin Net +1
“Se tried the dates muffin and cookies, both were very delicious and super fresh. Kids loved them”
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Review excerpts
“Se tried the dates muffin and cookies, both were very delicious and super fresh. Kids loved them”November 2024
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Fresh herb salad Net +1
“For salads, we had the Fresh herb salad and Coleslaw – both fresh, light, and delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“For salads, we had the Fresh herb salad and Coleslaw – both fresh, light, and delicious.”July 2025
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Gluten free pancakes Net +1
“I loved their gluten free pancakes (a bit expensive, but worth it).”
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Review excerpts
“I loved their gluten free pancakes (a bit expensive, but worth it).”February 2021
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Gluten-free mana’eesh bites Net +1
“And the gluten-free Mana’eesh Bites were absolutely yummy 😋.”
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Review excerpts
“And the gluten-free Mana’eesh Bites were absolutely yummy 😋.”July 2025
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Hapi's bone broth Net +1
“I really like Hapi's Bone Broth and I find it a great and healthy alternative to Karak as a takeaway drink, but 24 dirhams for a cup of bone boiling liquid is just too much.”
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Review excerpts
“I really like Hapi's Bone Broth and I find it a great and healthy alternative to Karak as a takeaway drink, but 24 dirhams for a cup of bone boiling liquid is just too much.”August 2021
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Hot chocolate Net +1
“Wonderful location in the middle of the city. Coffee is mediocre but the hot chocolate was divine and is very rich. Food was delicious however I feel overpriced for the portions. Staff were friendly and very helpful.”
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“Wonderful location in the middle of the city. Coffee is mediocre but the hot chocolate was divine and is very rich. Food was delicious however I feel overpriced for the portions. Staff were friendly and very helpful.”February 2023
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Liver pate Net +1
“Pros: Good location. Great Food! (Yummiest Liver Pate)”
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Review excerpts
“Pros: Good location. Great Food! (Yummiest Liver Pate)”December 2022
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Mint chocolate Net +1
“Mint Chocolate and Orange - Almond - Chocolate were the ones I tried.”
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Review excerpts
“Mint Chocolate and Orange - Almond - Chocolate were the ones I tried.”May 2025
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Raspberry cheesecake Net +1
“I haven’t been there physically but I ordered their ice cream online. It is amazing I’ve never had the same anywhere else. Their flavors are unique and special. My top favorite was the Raspberry cheesecake. 100% recommend will definitely order & visit again.”
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Review excerpts
“I haven’t been there physically but I ordered their ice cream online. It is amazing I’ve never had the same anywhere else. Their flavors are unique and special. My top favorite was the Raspberry cheesecake. 100% recommend will definitely order & visit again.”October 2023
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Raspberry sorbet Net +1
“Forgot - raspberry sorbet 🤤🤤🤤”
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Review excerpts
“Forgot - raspberry sorbet 🤤🤤🤤”July 2025
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Salmon wagel Net +1
“The Salmon wagel – honestly, the best salmon sandwich I’ve had in the UAE so far!”
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Review excerpts
“The Salmon wagel – honestly, the best salmon sandwich I’ve had in the UAE so far!”July 2025
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Salted caramel soft ice Net +1
“I hat the salted caramel soft ice. It is all organic ice cream with nice toppings.”
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“I hat the salted caramel soft ice. It is all organic ice cream with nice toppings.”January 2023
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Sourdough Net +1
“The sourdough is equally very good as is their lemonade, avocado and their vegan ice-cream sandwich.”
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“The sourdough is equally very good as is their lemonade, avocado and their vegan ice-cream sandwich.”December 2020
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Strawberry cheesecake Net +1
“Every time I come to the park I have too, HAVE TOO get their ice cream 🍨 It is too good 😋 Especially the strawberry cheesecake! Its a beautiful place it still with someone and enjoy the ice cream ✨ High recommend 💯”
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“Every time I come to the park I have too, HAVE TOO get their ice cream 🍨 It is too good 😋 Especially the strawberry cheesecake! Its a beautiful place it still with someone and enjoy the ice cream ✨ High recommend 💯”January 2025
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Sweet potato pancakes Net +1
“The food is clean and delicious every single time—my absolute favorite is the sweet potato pancakes!”
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“The food is clean and delicious every single time—my absolute favorite is the sweet potato pancakes!”July 2026
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Vegan ice-cream sandwich Net +1
“The sourdough is equally very good as is their lemonade, avocado and their vegan ice-cream sandwich.”
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Review excerpts
“The sourdough is equally very good as is their lemonade, avocado and their vegan ice-cream sandwich.”December 2020
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Waffle kunafa Net +1
“they have many options to eat we tried crinkle chips and waffle kunafa 😋”
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“they have many options to eat we tried crinkle chips and waffle kunafa 😋”March 2022
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Yoghurt honeycomb and sea salt Net +1
“Highly recommend the Yoghurt Honeycomb and Sea Salt. Bless your tongue. & there's coffee next door too!”
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Review excerpts
“Highly recommend the Yoghurt Honeycomb and Sea Salt. Bless your tongue. & there's coffee next door too!”February 2024
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Burgers Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“We had burgers and latte and it was ok , a bit pricey but it justifies the location.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 2
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Fresh juice Net +1
“Very friendly staff nice fresh juice nice environment to come and hang around will be going again”
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Review excerpts
“Very friendly staff nice fresh juice nice environment to come and hang around will be going again”November 2025
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Latte Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“We had burgers and latte and it was ok , a bit pricey but it justifies the location.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
What to Avoid (3)
Food 1
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Bread Net −1
“Beyond the environmental and health aspects, the knife does not cut the bread.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Beyond the environmental and health aspects, the knife does not cut the bread.”February 2025
Drinks 2
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Black coffee Net −1
“Black Coffee although is expensive but not the right type to start the day with.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Black Coffee although is expensive but not the right type to start the day with.”April 2026
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Coconut drink Net −1
“But we did not like the coconut drink and lemonades.”
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Critical review excerpts
“But we did not like the coconut drink and lemonades.”April 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Visit in winter. Choose a winter evening for the outdoor seating; reviewers find the park atmosphere especially enjoyable then.
Plan parking. Look for public paid parking outside the park, or park across the road and use the zebra crossing.
Try takeaway. If you are short on time, ask about a packet of broth to take away rather than dining in.
Ask gluten-free. Ask about the gluten-free choices; reviewers specifically mention gluten-free pancakes and Mana’eesh Bites.
Check seating. If back support matters, check the seating before ordering, as some breakfast tables use stools without backs.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Khazan Park - Al Safa St
Al Satwa, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Small portions
One breakfast visit was described as costly for the amount served, so value may feel uneven.
Kid welcome
One parent felt staff were intolerant of children and left feeling that she and her daughter were a bother.
Disposable service
A reviewer disliked the plastic cups, coated paper plates and plant-based plastic cutlery, adding that the knife would not cut the bread.
Stool seating
Breakfast seating may be uncomfortable for some: the tables use backless stools rather than chairs.
Weekend waits
Busy weekends can bring longer waits when several customers arrive at once.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
24 dirhams
a cup of bone broth
“I really like Hapi's Bone Broth and I find it a great and healthy alternative to Karak as a takeaway drink, but 24 dirhams for a cup of bone boiling liquid is just too much”Google review · August 2021
44 dirhams
the little bowl of pho
“Hapi charges 44 dirhams for the little bowl!”Google review · August 2021
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The Bottom Line
HAPI is an ice cream shop and all-day diner in Al Satwa's Al Khazzan Park. You can come for breakfast, lunch, coffee or a frozen dessert, but the clearest draws in the reviews are the bone broth, sweet potato pancakes, Salmon wagel and homemade ice cream. The flavours are not limited to standard chocolate and vanilla: customers mention raspberry cheesecake, chocolate-orange-almond, banoffee pie and fruit sorbets.
The setting is a major part of the visit. Outdoor seating sits beneath a large tree inside the park, with lights and greenery that several reviewers find especially atmospheric at sundown or during Dubai's winter months. The park's playgrounds make it appealing for families, although one parent reported feeling that staff were not welcoming towards children.
Seating is casual, and breakfast tables may use backless stools. Prices can feel high for portions. One reviewer called breakfast costly and small, while others described burgers, coffee and gluten-free pancakes as expensive.
Weekend waits may also increase when the park is busy. Parking is limited to public paid spaces outside, with another option across the road via the zebra crossing. For dietary needs, ask about gluten-free choices directly; one family said they felt safe eating there.