Coffee quality
Reviewers repeatedly describe the coffee as rich, smooth and consistent, with one calling the double-shot espresso among their best in Dubai.
Illy Cafe Al Ghuraiar Centre
Deira
Illy Cafe Al Ghuraiar Centre is a mall coffee stop in Deira with a relaxed atmosphere and seating that reviewers use for coffee breaks, catch-ups and laptop work. The standout orders mentioned are cappuccino, smooth latte and the classic affogato with vanilla ice cream.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
101 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Laptop friendly
Power outlets near the tables have helped visitors charge laptops and finish urgent work during short cafe stays.
Relaxed setting
The cafe is described as cozy, soothing and peaceful, with a central-atrium view and enough sitting space for longer breaks.
Fresh pastries
A reviewer found the croissant flaky, buttery and fresh, while others also mention good cakes and pastries.
Polite service
Many reviews mention professional, friendly or humble service, including accommodating help with a laptop charger.
Matcha option
Iced matcha receives positive feedback from some customers, who describe this branch's preparation as soothing and enjoyable.
Tips for a Better Visit
Bring charger. If you need to work, bring your laptop charger and ask about the available socket; outlets near tables have helped visitors send urgent emails.
Skip Wi-Fi needs. Do not rely on cafe Wi-Fi for a work session: one customer specifically reported that the cafe had none.
Clarify orders. Repeat special requests and ask how unfamiliar drinks are prepared; one cinnamon request was served as normal coffee.
Check affogato. If ordering the affogato, confirm the ice cream and presentation first; one regular customer received fig-flavoured ice cream instead of the usual vanilla.
Budget ahead. Expect mall-cafe pricing: a reviewer paid 26 AED for a cappuccino and another reported 30 AED for a flat white.
Plan the visit
Practical details
7898+JVV
Al Muraqqabat - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Cappuccino
Cappuccino is one of the cafe's most frequently mentioned coffee orders, though one reviewer also reported a poor preparation on a later visit.
Latte
A reviewer praised the latte's smooth, creamy taste and the latte art.
Classic affogato with vanilla ice cream
This long-time customer specifically returned for the classic affogato with vanilla ice cream, while another review describes the affogato as creamy and bitter.
Caffe mocha and cheesecake
One reviewer recommends pairing the caffe mocha with cheesecake.
Common Concerns
Premium pricing
Several reviewers consider the drinks expensive, including a 26 AED cappuccino and a 30 AED flat white described as a small serving.
Inconsistent drinks
Reviews report disappointing versions of cappuccino, iced matcha, mango juice and affogato, so preparation can vary by visit.
Request missed
One customer asked for cinnamon in their coffee but received a regular coffee instead.
No Wi-Fi
A reviewer who planned to work for an hour was disappointed to find that the cafe did not have Wi-Fi.
Service lapses
Some customers report ignored tables, arguments about drink preparation and staff responses that felt uncooperative or rude.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
26 AED
cup of cappuchino
“26 AED for a cup of cappuchino, more for the location and the vibe around I guess”Google review · August 2025
30 AED
flat white coffee
“Every dessert or small small cakes 30 and + AED i do not wanna go here again because of you are charging 30 AED for flat white- atleast give me some worthy amount of coffee”Google review · July 2023
30 aed
affogato
“I’ve attached a pic from the illy site explaining their affogato, certainly not what we got today for 30 aed”Google review · October 2025
38 dirham
frozen mango juice
“the mango cost just one dirham per kg and they are charging 38 dirham”Google review · September 2025
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The Bottom Line
Illy Cafe Al Ghuraiar Centre is a Deira coffee stop that suits a break, catch-up or quiet laptop session. Reviews specifically mention cappuccino, latte, double-shot espresso, croissant and the classic affogato with vanilla ice cream. Some visitors also enjoy the iced matcha.
Coffee is often described as rich, smooth and consistent, and the cafe has a cozy, soothing atmosphere with seating near the mall’s central atrium. The practical draw is the power access. Outlets near some tables have helped customers charge laptops and send urgent emails, although you should not count on Wi-Fi: one reviewer was surprised the cafe had none.
That makes it more useful for a plugged-in task than for cloud-dependent work. Pricing is the main hesitation. Reviewers reported 26 AED for a cappuccino, 30 AED for a flat white, 30 aed for an affogato, and 38 dirham for a frozen mango juice.
Drink quality and service are not completely uniform either. Several customers praise the staff and coffee, but others received a missed special request, disappointing iced matcha or mango juice, or an affogato that differed from the usual version. If a particular preparation matters, clarify it before paying.