Breakfast Favourites
Eggs Benedict is praised for perfectly poached eggs and rich hollandaise sauce.
Illy Cup Restaurant & Cafe
Damac Hills
Illy Cup is a multi-cuisine restaurant and cafe in Damac Hills, serving breakfast, coffee and generous dine-in or delivery portions. Reviews make Eggs Benedict and cappuccino stand out, while the relaxed ambience and broad menu give it appeal for casual meals and catch-ups.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
119 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Momo Quality
The steamed momos are described as delicious, with different fillings to choose from.
Generous Portions
A delivery reviewer said the portions were large enough for two and the food arrived with strong flavour.
Pleasant Setting
Reviews mention a cosy, welcoming atmosphere, including a breakfast view that adds to the experience.
Good Value
Several reviewers describe the pricing as budget-friendly or reasonable for the food and portion sizes.
Pizza Pick
Alfredo pizza is one of the specific dishes described as fine-dining quality.
What to Eat at Illy Cup Restaurant & Cafe 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 Illy Cup Restaurant & Cafe, 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 Illy Cup Restaurant & Cafe got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 10
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Momos Net +3
“Amazing place. The food is very flavorful and the prices are very economical. The resturant was a pleasant surprise and I went in there not expecting much but left with a wow experience. Must visit and try the momos for sure.”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing place. The food is very flavorful and the prices are very economical. The resturant was a pleasant surprise and I went in there not expecting much but left with a wow experience. Must visit and try the momos for sure.”September 2023
“The restaurant offers a diverse menu, but their Momos, Pizza, and Biryani are absolute must-tries. The Momos were deliciously steamed perfection, with a variety of mouthwatering fillings to choose from.”October 2023
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Biryani Net +2
“I try this place and amazing food like momo and biryani is very nice and Chinese food,miss Mariam is the one server the food and she's good service she is the one recommended that food..but last 3 day the head chef his shouting that one customer the reason want to cancel that food but he not agree the chef....should chef you know the hospitality meaning,,,food amazing waiter service good.”
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Review excerpts
“I try this place and amazing food like momo and biryani is very nice and Chinese food,miss Mariam is the one server the food and she's good service she is the one recommended that food..but last 3 day the head chef his shouting that one customer the reason want to cancel that food but he not agree the chef....should chef you know the hospitality meaning,,,food amazing waiter service good.”August 2023
“The restaurant offers a diverse menu, but their Momos, Pizza, and Biryani are absolute must-tries. The Momos were deliciously steamed perfection, with a variety of mouthwatering fillings to choose from. The pizza had a perfect thin crust and was loaded with flavorful toppings. And the Biryani? It was an explosion of aromatic spices and tender meat that left me craving for more.”October 2023
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Eggs benedict Net +2
“The Eggs Benedict is spectacular, with perfectly poached eggs and a rich hollandaise sauce.”
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Review excerpts
“The Eggs Benedict is spectacular, with perfectly poached eggs and a rich hollandaise sauce.”October 2023
“Fresh juices, Alfredo pizza, eggs Benedict and some other items on the menu are fine dine quality.”June 2024
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Alfredo pizza Net +1
“Fresh juices, Alfredo pizza, eggs Benedict and some other items on the menu are fine dine quality.”
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Review excerpts
“Fresh juices, Alfredo pizza, eggs Benedict and some other items on the menu are fine dine quality.”June 2024
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Chicken momos Net +1
“Tried the chicken momos and enjoyed every bite of it !!”
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Review excerpts
“Tried the chicken momos and enjoyed every bite of it !!”August 2023
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Kadi chicken Net +1
“My new local, first meal was awesome. Amazing Roti and Kadi Chicken. Very reasonable price. Loved it, thank you.”
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Review excerpts
“My new local, first meal was awesome. Amazing Roti and Kadi Chicken. Very reasonable price. Loved it, thank you.”August 2023
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Paneer kadai Net +1
“Salomon and Chicken is Very good quality and tasty … Paneer Kadai also super”
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Review excerpts
“Salomon and Chicken is Very good quality and tasty … Paneer Kadai also super”December 2023
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Pizza Net +1
“The restaurant offers a diverse menu, but their Momos, Pizza, and Biryani are absolute must-tries. The Momos were deliciously steamed perfection, with a variety of mouthwatering fillings to choose from. The pizza had a perfect thin crust and was loaded with flavorful toppings.”
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Review excerpts
“The restaurant offers a diverse menu, but their Momos, Pizza, and Biryani are absolute must-tries. The Momos were deliciously steamed perfection, with a variety of mouthwatering fillings to choose from. The pizza had a perfect thin crust and was loaded with flavorful toppings.”October 2023
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Roti Net +1
“My new local, first meal was awesome. Amazing Roti and Kadi Chicken. Very reasonable price. Loved it, thank you.”
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Review excerpts
“My new local, first meal was awesome. Amazing Roti and Kadi Chicken. Very reasonable price. Loved it, thank you.”August 2023
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Spanish egg Net +1
“Hidden Gem. This place is amazing in terms of cost and quality. I have tried Spanish Egg and I like it.”
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Review excerpts
“Hidden Gem. This place is amazing in terms of cost and quality. I have tried Spanish Egg and I like it.”March 2024
Drinks 4
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Avacado juice Net +1
“Good food ,great avacado juice and coffee . I had today ,and good service thanks and keep it up.”
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Review excerpts
“Good food ,great avacado juice and coffee . I had today ,and good service thanks and keep it up.”June 2024
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Cappuccino Net +1
“Try the cappuccino or explore their specialty coffee menu for a delightful surprise.”
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Review excerpts
“Try the cappuccino or explore their specialty coffee menu for a delightful surprise.”October 2023
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Karak tea Net +1
“After enjoying this culinary delight, I couldn't resist trying their karak tea. It was the perfect way to end the meal. The rich and fragrant tea complemented the flavors of the food beautifully.”
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Review excerpts
“After enjoying this culinary delight, I couldn't resist trying their karak tea. It was the perfect way to end the meal. The rich and fragrant tea complemented the flavors of the food beautifully.”October 2023
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Mango milk shake Net +1
“My husband fell in love with the Mango milk shake !!”
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Review excerpts
“My husband fell in love with the Mango milk shake !!”August 2023
What to Avoid (1)
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Dynamite shrimps Net −1
“I have ordered dynamite shrimps , its 30 dhs , so should be good quantity, i will attache photo what they are showing , and what i have got , and then their manager is telling this picture is just for attracting, and most imp , very bad taste and full of oil , check what they have became and service pathetic didnt even ask to take it back or do something else , see it guys”
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Critical review excerpts
“I have ordered dynamite shrimps , its 30 dhs , so should be good quantity, i will attache photo what they are showing , and what i have got , and then their manager is telling this picture is just for attracting, and most imp , very bad taste and full of oil , check what they have became and service pathetic didnt even ask to take it back or do something else , see it guys”January 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow Time. Build in extra time for service; one visit involved major delays with food and drinks.
Check Hours. Confirm the opening schedule before an early breakfast: a 7am opening was not operating as expected.
Check Bill. Compare the final bill with the menu before paying, as a reviewer reported different prices.
Verify Delivery. Check chicken delivery orders before accepting them, since one customer received beef twice instead.
Mind Odours. If kitchen smells bother you, consider takeaway or delivery rather than sitting inside.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Carson Tower a Block, Damac Hills 1
Al Hebiah Third - DAMAC Hills, Dubai
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Some visits involved lengthy waits, including significant delays for both food and drinks.
Billing Errors
A reviewer reported that the bill did not match the menu, including a disputed fruit-salad charge.
Order Accuracy
Two delivery orders for chicken reportedly arrived as beef instead.
Food Hygiene
One customer said hair was repeatedly found in the food despite previous complaints.
Kitchen Odour
A reviewer said cooking smells entered the dining area and lingered on clothing after the visit.
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The Bottom Line
Illy Cup is a multi-cuisine restaurant and cafe in Damac Hills, with breakfast, coffee, delivery and dine-in options mentioned in reviews. People come for Eggs Benedict and cappuccino, while the menu also ranges into momos, pizza and biryani. Generous portions and repeated comments about reasonable or budget-friendly pricing make it worth considering for a casual meal.
The setting is a recurring part of the appeal: reviewers describe a cosy, welcoming ambience, a pleasant view and a good breakfast atmosphere. Delivery also gets a strong mention for portions said to serve two and food arriving with good flavour. Spanish Egg, Alfredo pizza, fresh juices and avocado juice are other specific successes in the reviews.
Service is less consistent than the food. Several customers praised attentive staff and recent improvements, but others reported long waits, disengaged service, cold delivery food and an order forgotten for an hour. There are also complaints about incorrect bills, including a fruit salad charged above its stated menu price, plus one report of hair in food and another of an oily, disappointing dynamite-shrimp portion.
For a smoother visit, allow extra time, especially early in the morning, check the bill against the menu and confirm delivery orders. If kitchen odours bother you, note one reviewer said the smell lingered on clothing. This is a good-value neighbourhood option when execution is on form, but consistency deserves attention.