Tuscan dishes
The menu includes less-common Tuscan dishes alongside Italian staples; reviewers especially enjoyed the homemade pasta and beef cheek.
Il Borro Tuscan Bistro Dubai
Umm Suqeim
Il Borro Tuscan Bistro is a refined Tuscan restaurant in Umm Suqeim, with indoor dining and a waterside terrace. Reviews highlight its truffle pizza, handmade pasta and polished service, making it a strong choice for a relaxed lunch, romantic dinner or special occasion.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
2,180 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Desserts
Cheesecake and tiramisu are repeatedly singled out, with one regular calling the cheesecake the best in Dubai.
Waterside setting
Outdoor tables by the water overlook the lagoon and turtles, while the interior is described as cosy and elegant.
Service
Many reviews describe attentive, professional hospitality, including helpful menu guidance without intrusive table service.
Wine list
The restaurant has a broad international wine list, with reviewers specifically noting Tuscan estate and Bolgheri wines.
Dietary care
A reviewer said the team accommodated gluten-free needs, including gluten-free bread.
Seafood
Seafood dishes such as octopus, whole seabass and Dover sole receive strong mentions, including praise for careful cooking.
Tips for a Better Visit
Reserve ahead. Book before visiting; one review says reservations are required, and outdoor-table availability has caused mixed messages.
Check extras. Ask the price of off-menu dishes and additions, then inspect the bill: one guest reported AED 30 per added vegetable.
Choose timing. For easier conversation, consider avoiding peak or weekend dinner periods, when reviews mention loud conditions and slower service.
Try dessert. Leave room for the cheesecake or tiramisu; both are repeatedly praised, with cheesecake described as a standout.
Dress smartly. Check the dress code before arriving; one review says gentlemen generally need trousers.
Use valet. If driving, plan for Al Naseem valet parking, then walk to the restaurant rather than expecting to park at the entrance.
Plan the visit
Practical details
906 Jumeira St
Umm Suqeim Third - Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
High prices
Prices are consistently described as high, with some reviewers questioning the value of relatively simple dishes.
Peak noise
The dining room can become loud and difficult for conversation at busy times, particularly during peak service.
Booking confusion
One guest received conflicting information about whether an outdoor table could be reserved.
Entry concerns
A reviewer reported being refused entry with female companions despite seeing apparently available tables and felt judged by dress.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 285 + tax
Asparagus Risotto
“We ordered Asparagus Risotto which was not there in Menu and we were charged AED 285 + tax for the same for 1 small portion while other vegetarian Risottos were there in Menu at around AED 100-130”Google review · January 2026
AED 30 per vegetable
vegetable added
“We were charged separately for every vegetable added at AED 30 per vegetable but when we pointed this out, it was removed and one entry of vegetable was kept”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Il Borro Tuscan Bistro is a polished Italian restaurant in Umm Suqeim, set within Jumeirah Al Naseem beside the lagoon. It suits a date, anniversary or unhurried Sunday lunch, with indoor seating and a waterside terrace. The menu ranges from Italian staples to less-common Tuscan plates; reviewers particularly mention truffle pizza, lobster angel hair pasta, beef cheek and whole seabass.
Food is often the main draw. Octopus, tartare, burrata and handmade pasta receive enthusiastic feedback, while the cheesecake and tiramisu are dependable dessert recommendations. The wine list is broad, including Tuscan estate and Bolgheri bottles, and the service is commonly described as warm, professional and attentive.
Gluten-free diners have also reported helpful accommodation, including gluten-free bread. There are caveats. This is not a budget-friendly address, and one diner reported AED 285 plus tax for an off-menu asparagus risotto, while another was charged AED 30 per added vegetable before correction.
Ask about extras and check the bill. Peak periods can be noisy, weekend service may run slowly, and an outdoor reservation led to conflicting information for one guest. Drivers should use Al Naseem valet parking and walk over; check the dress code before arriving.