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Reviews repeatedly describe the food as fresh, healthy and well-prepared, including a generous Chicken Pasta Salad with lemon dressing.
Joga Emaar Square
Downtown Dubai
Joga Emaar Square is a Downtown Dubai restaurant focused on wholesome sandwiches, wraps, salads and smoothies, with vegan and vegetarian choices. Reviews make it a useful stop for fresh lunch, especially if you want a generously filled sandwich or a fruit-and-chia Joga pot.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
186 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Strong Sandwiches
Sandwiches are a standout, with reviewers calling them generous and singling out the fig, brie and caramelized onion combination.
Custom Bowls
The make-your-own bowl option lets you combine ingredients such as cauliflower rice, broccoli, spinach, egg, berries and almonds.
Quick Service
One reviewer specifically praised the service as very fast, making the restaurant practical for a short lunch break.
Welcoming Team
Multiple reviews mention polite, attentive and accommodating service, including staff who remember regular customers’ names.
Clean Seating
A review described the seating as clean and fresh, which supports the restaurant’s appeal for a quick office lunch.
What to Eat at Joga Emaar Square 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 Joga Emaar Square, 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 Joga Emaar Square got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 6
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Acai bowl Net +1
“I also enjoyed the acai bowl topped with strawberries, blueberries, bananas & granola!”
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“I also enjoyed the acai bowl topped with strawberries, blueberries, bananas & granola!”March 2021
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Bbq wrap Net +1
“BBQ wrap was delicious however the strawberry yoghurt was too underwhelming. it felt warm and unsavory. Atmosphere wise, it could be a lot cleaner as I was constantly disturbed by flies.”
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“BBQ wrap was delicious however the strawberry yoghurt was too underwhelming. it felt warm and unsavory. Atmosphere wise, it could be a lot cleaner as I was constantly disturbed by flies.”November 2023
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Chicken pasta salad with lemon dressing Net +1
“I recently visited Joga at Emaar Square and ordered their Chicken Pasta Salad with lemon dressing. It was absolutely delightful! The ingredients were incredibly fresh, and the flavors were perfectly balanced. The chicken was tender, the pasta was cooked to perfection, and the zesty lemon dressing added a refreshing and tangy touch that elevated the entire dish.”
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“I recently visited Joga at Emaar Square and ordered their Chicken Pasta Salad with lemon dressing. It was absolutely delightful! The ingredients were incredibly fresh, and the flavors were perfectly balanced. The chicken was tender, the pasta was cooked to perfection, and the zesty lemon dressing added a refreshing and tangy touch that elevated the entire dish.”November 2024
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Freshly baked croissant Net +1
“I started my day with freshly baked croissant and americano.”
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“I started my day with freshly baked croissant and americano.”July 2024
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Joga pot Net +1
“I had a Joga pot with mango and chia seeds. Super delicious!!”
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“I had a Joga pot with mango and chia seeds. Super delicious!!”March 2026
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Tuscan chicken with cauliflower rice Net +1
“Had Tuscan Chicken with Cauliflower rice, charred broccoli, cauliflower, baby spinach, boiled egg, pomegranate seeds, almonds, and mixed berries! It was super delicious and worth the price.”
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“Had Tuscan Chicken with Cauliflower rice, charred broccoli, cauliflower, baby spinach, boiled egg, pomegranate seeds, almonds, and mixed berries! It was super delicious and worth the price.”May 2021
What to Avoid (4)
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Falafel Net −1
“Happy with the option to make your own bowl. Although the falafel was a bit dry, all veggies were very fresh. Ordered some sweets for dessert as well. They were very sweet for my taste. Next time will try the vegan/healthy options.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Happy with the option to make your own bowl. Although the falafel was a bit dry, all veggies were very fresh. Ordered some sweets for dessert as well. They were very sweet for my taste. Next time will try the vegan/healthy options.”May 2021
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Strawberry yoghurt Net −1
“BBQ wrap was delicious however the strawberry yoghurt was too underwhelming. it felt warm and unsavory. Atmosphere wise, it could be a lot cleaner as I was constantly disturbed by flies.”
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Critical review excerpts
“BBQ wrap was delicious however the strawberry yoghurt was too underwhelming. it felt warm and unsavory. Atmosphere wise, it could be a lot cleaner as I was constantly disturbed by flies.”November 2023
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Espresso Net −1
“Disappointing undrinkable espresso , poor quality Croissants that is more like butter bread.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Disappointing undrinkable espresso , poor quality Croissants that is more like butter bread.”July 2024
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Fresh carrot juice Net −1
“I’m a regular customer at Joga and I order fresh carrot juice almost daily. I was very upset today to find a bug in my juice! The staff have apologized and gave me another juice, however, I’m reluctant to drink it now! Very disappointed 😞”
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Critical review excerpts
“I’m a regular customer at Joga and I order fresh carrot juice almost daily. I was very upset today to find a bug in my juice! The staff have apologized and gave me another juice, however, I’m reluctant to drink it now! Very disappointed 😞”August 2020
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Takeaway. Before collecting takeaway, compare every item with your order; a review reports receiving different sandwiches and salad.
Confirm Availability. Ask what is currently available before choosing, particularly if coffee matters to your visit.
State Amendments. If you need an adjustment such as less avocado, confirm the request clearly when ordering.
Try Bowls. For a tailored meal, ask about the customized bowl option; one customer combined cauliflower rice, vegetables, egg, fruit and almonds.
Consider Lunch. The restaurant suits a quick office lunch, with one review describing fast service and another calling it a lunch-break spot.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Emaar Square, Building 1 Ground Floor
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
Common Concerns
Order Errors
Check takeaway items before leaving: one reviewer received different sandwiches and salad from what was ordered.
Availability Gaps
A customer reported that several requested items were unavailable, including coffee, and found the explanation difficult to understand.
Amendment Friction
One review says employees reacted poorly to a simple request for less avocado in an order.
Inconsistent Cooking
A diner complained that cooked fish arrived microwave-heated and said dietary requirements were not handled properly.
Cleanliness Concerns
Past reviews reported hair in cucumber and flies in the dining area, so hygiene has not been consistently reassuring.
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The Bottom Line
Joga Emaar Square is a health-focused restaurant in Downtown Dubai where you can order sandwiches, salads, smoothies and build-your-own bowls. It is especially appealing for a quick office lunch: reviewers describe the food as fresh and well-prepared, while one customer praised the generous Chicken Pasta Salad with lemon dressing. Sandwiches also attract unusually strong feedback, including a fig-and-brie version with caramelized onions and a separate review calling the sandwich the best they had tasted in Dubai.
The menu has room for different eating preferences. A customized bowl review lists cauliflower rice, charred broccoli, spinach, egg, pomegranate, almonds and berries, while the Joga pot with mango and chia seeds was paired with good coffee. Breakfast is another option, with a review mentioning a freshly baked croissant and Americano, although croissant and espresso quality has received criticism elsewhere.
Service is often described as friendly, attentive and fast, but the experience is not perfectly consistent. Check takeaway bags carefully, since one customer received different sandwiches and salad from the order. It is also worth confirming availability before paying, particularly for coffee, and clearly repeating any dietary request or modification.
Older reviews mention hair in food and flies, so cleanliness is another point to keep in mind.