Jones the Grocer, Al Manara (Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai)

Name: Jones the Grocer, Al Manara (Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai)
Address: Indigo Central 8 - Sheikh Zayed Rd - opp. Times Square Building, Al Wasl, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143466886

Al Wasl

Australian restaurant Closed 04 346 6886

Jones the Grocer in Al Wasl combines an upscale gourmet market with a café serving global food with an Australian twist. It is especially appealing for breakfast or brunch, with well-liked dishes such as the Jones Big English and poached-egg plates, plus a cheese room and specialty groceries to browse.

Reputation Score

4.6

★★★★★

3,880 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Strong breakfast

Breakfast is a standout, with the Jones Big English, Benny and Sambal Egg repeatedly praised for freshness and flavour.

Cheese room

The dedicated meat and cheese room lets diners browse specialty products and sample cheeses while waiting for food.

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What to Eat at Jones the Grocer, Al Manara (Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai)

These items at Jones the Grocer, Al Manara (Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai) got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

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Anatolia egg Net +2

“The Anatolia Eggs were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented as always.”
Benny Net +2

“We ordered the Jones Big English, Sujuk Sunrise, and the Benny. Every dish was fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor.”
Sujuk sunrise Net +2

“We ordered The Sujuk Sunrise and The Bombay Benny- both were outstanding. Their coffee is great.”

Honorable mentions (16)

Avocado toast Net +1

“A beautiful presented Avocado Toast with perfect medium poached eggs which looked just like the photo.”
Basque cheesecake Net +1

“Their Basque cheesecake is a must-try as well!”
Benediks Net +1

“Freshly made , good texture of eggs and corn. Anatolia egg and benediks were amazing.”
Berry hotcake Net +1

“But the real star of the meal was the Berry Hotcake 🥞 Fluffy, light, and perfectly cooked, the hotcake was topped generously with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and a luscious berry compote. Every bite had the right balance of sweetness, tang, and richness, especially with the drizzle of syrup and cream. It’s one of those desserts (or breakfasts!) that instantly makes you happy and feels almost too pretty to cut into 😀 until you do, and it’s even better inside. Truly a must try if you visit! A big shoutout to Sandra, my server, who was super friendly and attentive, making the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend stopping by for the Berry Hotcake, you won’t regret it!”
Burrata Net +1

“Best cheese selection and their burrata is to die for.”
Chicken udon Net +1

“I love the salmon, sea bass, and this chicken udon dishes.”
Dan dan noodles Net +1

“The dan dan noodles was good.. and the goat cheese with fig salad was just amazing.”
French toast Net +1

“Also loved the Iced Spanish latte & the French toast.”
Fresh croissant Net +1

“Excellent coffee & fresh croissant. The best place to start the morning with.”
Goat cheese with fig salad Net +1

“The dan dan noodles was good.. and the goat cheese with fig salad was just amazing.”
Jones’ english breakfast Net +1

“I had the Jones’ English breakfast and what a treat it was. The sour bread toast was char- grilled and the hash browns contained dill which was a pleasant twist on an old favorite. The staff were friendly, professional and accommodating. High quality service from my waiter Sanjay 👏What an amazing way to start my day!”
Passionfruit cheesecake Net +1

“And the passionfruit cheesecake… honestly, so good. Light, flavorful, and the kind of dessert you keep thinking about after you leave.”
Salmon croissant with poached egg Net +1

“Salmon Croissant with Poached Egg: The croissant was buttery and flaky, providing the perfect base for the salmon. The poached eggs were cooked perfectly, that brings the whole dish together.”
Sambal egg Net +1

“I ordered the Benny, while my husband had the Sambal Egg, and both dishes were absolutely delicious.”
The bombay benny Net +1

“We ordered The Sujuk Sunrise and The Bombay Benny- both were outstanding. Their coffee is great.”
Wagyu burger Net +1

“The Wagyu burger was incredibly fresh and perfectly prepared, and the steak was absolutely delicious.”

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Americano Net +1

“We ordered three hot chocolates and one Americano, and the total bill came to around 80 Dirhams. The drinks were well made, and the service was quick and smooth.”
Basil lemonade Net +1

“Served by Lwin who introduced me to the Basil Lemonade which was so refreshing.”
Flat white Net +1

“One of the best flat white in Dubai, also tried their Burundi coffee beans in french press and it's amazing!”
Iced spanish latte Net +1

“Also loved the Iced Spanish latte & the French toast.”
Matcha Net +1

“As a matcha lover, I was impressed. It was creamy, perfectly whisked, and had that authentic earthy flavor without being overly sweet. It was the ultimate "hug in a mug"”
Passionfruit drink Net +1

“One of them suggested the passionfruit drink, and I’m so glad we listened — it was super refreshing and just hit the spot.”

What to Avoid (2)

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Baguette Net −1

“My wife’s baguette was not toasted properly.”
Capachinno Net −1

“For the coffee a capachinno, wasn't up to the par. Milk was not silkyand Frith was over aired and coffee bean tasted minimum coffee”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try breakfast. For a first visit, consider the Jones Big English, Benny or Sambal Egg; these breakfast dishes were specifically praised.

Browse groceries. Leave time to explore the grocery section and cheese room rather than treating Jones as only a restaurant.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Indigo Central 8 - Sheikh Zayed Rd - opp. Times Square Building

Al Manara, Dubai

04 346 6886

Mon	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tue	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wed	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thu	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Fri	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sat	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun	8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Common Concerns

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Coffee inconsistency

One cappuccino had over-aerated milk and a weak coffee flavour, so coffee quality may vary by order.

Sandwich lapse

A sandwich review found slightly black avocado and a baguette that was not toasted properly.

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The Bottom Line

Jones the Grocer in Al Wasl is part café, part gourmet market, and a useful stop when breakfast needs to stretch into a browse. The menu is strongest in the morning: reviewers mention the Jones Big English, Benny, Sambal Egg, Anatolia Eggs and salmon croissant with poached egg. The cheese room, specialty coffees, jams and other groceries give you something to explore beyond the table.

The setting is spacious, calm and comfortable rather than loud, with sofas and proper tables that suit both relaxed meals and informal meetings. One visitor reported parking nearby, washrooms inside and a bill of around 80 Dirhams for three hot chocolates and one Americano. WiFi, however, was weak during another meeting.

Families have extra reasons to consider it. Reviews describe colouring sheets, crayons, an Easter egg hunt and a children’s cooking class where kids made cheese pizza and chocolate pizza. Special all-you-can-eat breakfast offers have also been well received for variety and value, though one Eid-weekend guest found the wait for some items longer than ideal.

Food quality is not perfectly consistent: one cappuccino had over-aerated milk, while a sandwich arrived with slightly black avocado and an under-toasted baguette. Breakfast and the cheese selection remain the safer starting points.