Sunday roast
The roast gets unusually specific praise for pink beef, crisp-tender potatoes, firm Yorkshire pudding and juniper-laced gravy.
jones the grocer Dusit Thani Hotel
DIFC
Jones the Grocer at Dusit Thani Hotel in DIFC combines an upscale grocery shop with a cafe serving global food with an Australian twist. Reviews make it especially useful for breakfast, coffee and relaxed meals, with standouts including the Sunday Roast and Avo Toast with hash browns.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
3,439 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Breakfast choice
Breakfast portions are generous, with the English breakfast, blueberry pancakes and Avo Toast earning repeated praise.
Personal service
Reviewers describe staff as attentive and welcoming, including tailored orders and remembering dietary requirements.
Grocery range
The attached market adds branded groceries plus harder-to-find items such as exotic cheese and cured meat.
Relaxed setting
The venue is described as cozy and calm, with indoor and outdoor seating and enough quiet for a videocall.
Meat quality
One long-time customer specifically calls the meat top-tier and the steak outstanding.
Menu flexibility
Staff have adjusted breakfast orders to suit guest requirements, which is useful when ordering around dietary needs.
Tips for a Better Visit
Use parking. If you are driving, check the free self-parking at the back of Dusit Thani Hotel.
Try roast. For Sunday lunch, consider the roast and ask for extra gravy if that is your preference.
Ask adjustments. Mention dietary requirements when ordering; reviewers say the breakfast menu can be adjusted.
Bring a jacket. The dining room may run cold, so bring a layer if you are sensitive to strong air conditioning.
Browse groceries. Allow time to look through the mini-market for exotic cheese and cured meat alongside the meal.
Choose outdoors. If you prefer a more open setting, reviews confirm that outdoor tables are available.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dusit Thani Dubai - 133 Sheikh Zayed Rd
Trade Center Second - DIFC, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| 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 – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Coffee inconsistency
One detailed review found cappuccino and latte foam too thick and heavy, pointing to inconsistent barista technique.
Chai availability
A regular customer reported being told the chai latte was out of stock every time for a year.
Burger quality
One burger review found the meat frozen rather than fresh, disappointing at the price.
Cold interiors
The air conditioning can feel uncomfortably cold; one diner specifically advised bringing a jacket.
Value concerns
Some reviewers found portions average or too large for one person, while snacks were described as relatively expensive.
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The Bottom Line
Jones the Grocer at Dusit Thani Hotel is a cafe-and-grocery stop in DIFC, useful for anything from a substantial breakfast to a relaxed dinner. The attached market sells branded groceries, exotic cheese and cured meat, while the cafe covers global dishes with an Australian twist. Breakfast is a strong starting point: reviewers mention the English breakfast, blueberry pancakes and Avo Toast with hash browns.
The Sunday Roast is another standout, especially the pink beef, crisp-tender potatoes, firm Yorkshire pudding and juniper-accented gravy. The setting is generally described as cozy, elegant and calm, with indoor and outdoor seating. It is relaxed enough for a videocall, and the hotel location provides free self-parking at the back.
Service is repeatedly described as attentive, friendly and willing to adjust orders around dietary requirements. Portions can be generous, though some diners consider the value only average and find snacks expensive. There are a few practical cautions.
The air conditioning may feel freezing, so a jacket is sensible. Coffee opinions vary: some praise the espresso and cappuccino, while another long-term review criticises heavy foam and inconsistent technique. The chai latte has also reportedly been unavailable for an extended period, so check before ordering.