Brunch quality
Saturday brunches are praised for tasty dishes, broad choice and strong seafood and dessert selections.
Jou Jou Brasserie
Jumeirah
Jou Jou Brasserie is a Mediterranean restaurant in Jumeirah at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Reviews point to polished French-leaning dishes, warm baked bread and an elegant indoor-outdoor setting suited to relaxed meals or celebrations.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
127 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Beautiful setting
The elegant interior and garden-like outdoor seating create a calm hotel setting, with birdsong mentioned during daytime meals.
Strong cooking
Reviews highlight carefully cooked seafood, fresh flavours and well-presented French and Mediterranean dishes.
Fresh bread
The bread is baked fresh and served warm, making it a standout before the main courses arrive.
Attentive service
Many diners describe the service as warm, knowledgeable and attentive, including helpful menu recommendations.
Quiet atmosphere
The restaurant suits business lunches and quieter dinners, with one review specifically noting calm music and a clean French train-inspired interior.
Family-friendly space
A family brunch review found the dining room enjoyable for four adults, two children and an infant.
Valet parking
A review notes valet parking at the Four Seasons Jumeirah location.
What to Eat at Jou Jou Brasserie 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 Jou Jou Brasserie, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Jou Jou Brasserie, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Seabass Net +2
“Had a great meal at Jou! Food was fresh and well seasoned, the seabass was cooked perfectly. The lambchops wasnt bad”
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Review excerpts
“Had a great meal at Jou! Food was fresh and well seasoned, the seabass was cooked perfectly. The lambchops wasnt bad”May 2026
“For mains, we had the sea bass, which was beautifully cooked, and the pasta with burrata, which was pure comfort on a plate.”February 2025
Honorable mentions (20)
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Beef ravioli Net +1
“The beef ravioli is to die for, and the truffle salad dressing is absolutely divine.”
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“The beef ravioli is to die for, and the truffle salad dressing is absolutely divine.”July 2026
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Croquetas Net +1
“I tried the tempura sushi and croquetas—both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were so fresh and perfectly balanced.”
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“I tried the tempura sushi and croquetas—both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were so fresh and perfectly balanced.”August 2025
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Flan Net +1
“We ended on a high note with the flan, lemon sorbet, and fresh fruit—a perfect mix of creamy, tangy, and sweet.”
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Review excerpts
“We ended on a high note with the flan, lemon sorbet, and fresh fruit—a perfect mix of creamy, tangy, and sweet.”February 2025
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Grilled padron pepper Net +1
“I ordered the Grilled Padron Pepper, which was perfectly charred, with a smoky touch and mild spiciness, and the Pear and Ricotta Plin, a delicate pasta dish with a creamy filling and a beautifully balanced sauce that enhanced every bite.”
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Review excerpts
“I ordered the Grilled Padron Pepper, which was perfectly charred, with a smoky touch and mild spiciness, and the Pear and Ricotta Plin, a delicate pasta dish with a creamy filling and a beautifully balanced sauce that enhanced every bite.”March 2025
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Joujou burger Net +1
“Must-try dishes include the signature Joujou burger, which is juicy and flavorful, and the delightful desserts that showcase the chef's creativity.”
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Review excerpts
“Must-try dishes include the signature Joujou burger, which is juicy and flavorful, and the delightful desserts that showcase the chef's creativity.”January 2025
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Lambchops Net +1
“Had a great meal at Jou! Food was fresh and well seasoned, the seabass was cooked perfectly. The lambchops wasnt bad”
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Review excerpts
“Had a great meal at Jou! Food was fresh and well seasoned, the seabass was cooked perfectly. The lambchops wasnt bad”May 2026
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Lemon sorbet Net +1
“We ended on a high note with the flan, lemon sorbet, and fresh fruit—a perfect mix of creamy, tangy, and sweet.”
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Review excerpts
“We ended on a high note with the flan, lemon sorbet, and fresh fruit—a perfect mix of creamy, tangy, and sweet.”February 2025
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Mezze maniche al pomodoro Net +1
“The Niçoise 1800c starter was exquisite, and the Provençale Sea Bream and Mezze Maniche Al Pomodoro were absolute must-tries—full of flavor and beautifully presented.”
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Review excerpts
“The Niçoise 1800c starter was exquisite, and the Provençale Sea Bream and Mezze Maniche Al Pomodoro were absolute must-tries—full of flavor and beautifully presented.”January 2025
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Niçoise 1800c starter Net +1
“The Niçoise 1800c starter was exquisite, and the Provençale Sea Bream and Mezze Maniche Al Pomodoro were absolute must-tries—full of flavor and beautifully presented.”
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Review excerpts
“The Niçoise 1800c starter was exquisite, and the Provençale Sea Bream and Mezze Maniche Al Pomodoro were absolute must-tries—full of flavor and beautifully presented.”January 2025
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Niçoise salad Net +1
“We started with the Niçoise salad and octopus carpaccio, and wow—the carpaccio was a standout! Light, fresh, and packed with flavor.”
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“We started with the Niçoise salad and octopus carpaccio, and wow—the carpaccio was a standout! Light, fresh, and packed with flavor.”February 2025
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Octopus carpaccio Net +1
“We started with the Niçoise salad and octopus carpaccio, and wow—the carpaccio was a standout! Light, fresh, and packed with flavor.”
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“We started with the Niçoise salad and octopus carpaccio, and wow—the carpaccio was a standout! Light, fresh, and packed with flavor.”February 2025
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Olive oil chocolate cake Net +1
“The food was delicious; especially the bread & olive oil chocolate cake!”
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Review excerpts
“The food was delicious; especially the bread & olive oil chocolate cake!”February 2025
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Pasta pomodoro Net +1
“The lunch contains variety of italion kitchen loved the beef and the pasta pomodoro.”
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Review excerpts
“The lunch contains variety of italion kitchen loved the beef and the pasta pomodoro.”January 2025
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Pasta with burrata Net +1
“For mains, we had the sea bass, which was beautifully cooked, and the pasta with burrata, which was pure comfort on a plate.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“For mains, we had the sea bass, which was beautifully cooked, and the pasta with burrata, which was pure comfort on a plate.”February 2025
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Pear and ricotta plin Net +1
“I ordered the Grilled Padron Pepper, which was perfectly charred, with a smoky touch and mild spiciness, and the Pear and Ricotta Plin, a delicate pasta dish with a creamy filling and a beautifully balanced sauce that enhanced every bite.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I ordered the Grilled Padron Pepper, which was perfectly charred, with a smoky touch and mild spiciness, and the Pear and Ricotta Plin, a delicate pasta dish with a creamy filling and a beautifully balanced sauce that enhanced every bite.”March 2025
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Provençale sea bream Net +1
“The Niçoise 1800c starter was exquisite, and the Provençale Sea Bream and Mezze Maniche Al Pomodoro were absolute must-tries—full of flavor and beautifully presented.”
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Review excerpts
“The Niçoise 1800c starter was exquisite, and the Provençale Sea Bream and Mezze Maniche Al Pomodoro were absolute must-tries—full of flavor and beautifully presented.”January 2025
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Saturday brunch Net +1
“We tried Saturday brunch and the experience was amazing! The food was tasty with plenty of options to choose from.”
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“We tried Saturday brunch and the experience was amazing! The food was tasty with plenty of options to choose from.”September 2025
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Tempura sushi Net +1
“I tried the tempura sushi and croquetas—both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were so fresh and perfectly balanced.”
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Review excerpts
“I tried the tempura sushi and croquetas—both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were so fresh and perfectly balanced.”August 2025
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White chocolate and citrus zest covered madeleine Net +1
“But my personal favourite was the modest looking but intensely exquisite white chocolate and citrus zest covered madeleine from Pastry Chef Midori that was one of my all time favourite desserts!”
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Review excerpts
“But my personal favourite was the modest looking but intensely exquisite white chocolate and citrus zest covered madeleine from Pastry Chef Midori that was one of my all time favourite desserts!”March 2026
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Easter brunch Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Easter Brunch — good, but misses the magic of Suq. We’ve been loyal fans of the brunch at Suq, which in our view set the bar for Dubai brunches. So when we headed to Jou Jou Brasserie for Easter Sunday, we came with high expectations. The experience was enjoyable — quality-wise, the drop from Suq is marginal. But the variety felt limited for what’s supposed to be a flagship Easter brunch. It didn’t feel particularly special or distinct; more like a solid hotel brunch than the standout event it could be. A few more differentiators in the spread would go a long way.”
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Drinks 3
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Coffee Net +1
“The food, the coffee, the service and the vibes were all fantastic.”
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Review excerpts
“The food, the coffee, the service and the vibes were all fantastic.”July 2026
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Detox juice Net +1
“Love the detox juice, the dice shots, buffalo milk and coconut yogurts, fresh fruits of every kind, Mediterranean vegetables and salads, pomegranate seeds, Mmmmmmmm.”
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“Love the detox juice, the dice shots, buffalo milk and coconut yogurts, fresh fruits of every kind, Mediterranean vegetables and salads, pomegranate seeds, Mmmmmmmm.”May 2025
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Herbal tea with honey Net +1
“Food is delicious, very good herbal tea with honey.”
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Review excerpts
“Food is delicious, very good herbal tea with honey.”January 2025
What to Avoid (2)
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Pesto pasta Net −1
“To be fair there was a pesto pasta, but 'meh'.”
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Critical review excerpts
“To be fair there was a pesto pasta, but 'meh'.”January 2025
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Tomato spaghetti Net −1
“The expensive wine seemed barely a measure, the tomato spaghetti was size of child portion, the fish skin was soggy, and tho not the restaurants fault, a baby cried through the entire lunch and it was just rushed!”
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Critical review excerpts
“The expensive wine seemed barely a measure, the tomato spaghetti was size of child portion, the fish skin was soggy, and tho not the restaurants fault, a baby cried through the entire lunch and it was just rushed!”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Check vegetarian options. If you do not eat meat or fish, ask about hot brunch mains before booking; one guest found only mediocre pesto pasta.
Confirm booking. For prepaid brunches, confirm the final total and billing arrangements in advance to avoid duplicated bills.
Request outdoors. Ask for terrace seating if you want the garden-like setting and birdsong mentioned by daytime diners.
Allow time. Build in extra time at lunch: one half-empty dining room still had a long wait for the drinks menu and drinks.
Check packages. If choosing the champagne upgrade, confirm its limits; one brunch review says the allocation was one bottle per couple, not unlimited.
Use valet. For a straightforward arrival at the hotel, valet parking is available according to a location review.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Jumeira St
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 2, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Uneven service
Two diners reported slow, dismissive service, including delayed menus, incorrect coffees and a long wait for drinks.
Vegetarian gap
One brunch review found no substantial hot main-course choice for vegetarians beyond a basic pesto pasta.
Limited spread
Some guests felt the breakfast or Easter brunch buffet lacked variety and distinctive dishes.
Loud music
One Saturday brunch guest found the ambient music louder than comfortable.
Booking confusion
A family reported multiple emails to finalise a prepaid brunch, followed by the bill being presented twice.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
800 Dirham's
some salad
“Anyway, the atmosphere is wonderful, which is why I go (despite paying 800 Dirham's for some salad), and the saxophonist and singer were very good”Google review · January 2025
250 Dirham's
champagne package
“And with an increase of 250 Dirham's to upgrade to the champagne package, they are recovering 100% of the wholesale price of the champers, so it seems a little stingy”Google review · January 2025
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The Bottom Line
Jou Jou Brasserie is a Mediterranean restaurant in Jumeirah within Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach. It is geared towards breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, with reviews especially positive about the Saturday spread, pastries, seafood and desserts. For à la carte dining, the sea bass, beef ravioli, Niçoise salad and warm baked bread are among the more useful recommendations from diners.
The room has a polished French-brasserie feel, while the outdoor area is more garden-like, with birdsong and greenery mentioned during daytime visits. It works for a business lunch, a family brunch or a special occasion, and valet parking is noted at the hotel. Service is often described as knowledgeable and attentive, although the experience is not completely consistent.
Brunch is not automatically a slam dunk for every preference. Some guests found the buffet variety limited, and a vegetarian diner felt there was no worthwhile hot main beyond pesto pasta. Another review described slow service, an incorrectly prepared coffee order and delayed menus, while a family encountered confusion around prepaid booking and billing.
Ask about vegetarian choices, confirm brunch package details and allow extra time if you are visiting during a busy service.