Cheese Kunafa
The cheese kunafa is often described as warm, crisp and balanced, with a generous, gooey filling.
Kanafani - JVC
Jumeirah Village Circle
Kanafani - JVC is a Lebanese sweets shop in Jumeirah Village Circle, centred on freshly prepared kunafa. Reviewers come for the crisp, cheese-filled version, kunafa with kaak, and other Arabic desserts such as Mad bi’l qashta, with pickup and delivery also available.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
720 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Lebanese Style
Several customers say the knefe tastes close to what they remember from Lebanon, especially the kaak version.
Kaak Version
Kunafa with kaak is a standout for customers who like a fresh, crispy bread base with plenty of cheese.
Generous Portions
A medium fine kunafa was reported to serve a group of eight to ten people.
Other Desserts
Mad bi’l qashta, dates maamoul and halawet give you worthwhile alternatives to the signature kunafa.
Diet Option
The diet kunafa is described as a lighter choice when you want the dessert without its usual heft.
Fresh Preparation
Customers regularly mention fresh, handmade desserts, including kunafa prepared hot for immediate enjoyment.
Tips for a Better Visit
Call Ahead. For pickup, call in advance so the kunafa can be started before you arrive; one reviewer specifically recommends this.
Eat Promptly. If you want stretchy cheese and a crisp texture, collect the kunafa and eat it soon rather than letting it cool.
Ask For Syrup. Ask for the syrup separately if you prefer to control the sweetness; one customer received it on the side.
Plan Pickup. Ready-made stock may run out, so allow around 20 minutes if you arrive expecting an immediate takeaway.
Share Portions. For a gathering, a medium fine kunafa was reported to cover eight to ten people.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Shop No. 2, Serena Residence, قرية جميرا الدائرية
Al Barsha South Fourth - Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai
| 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 | 8:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Mini Kunafa Naame
The mini kunafa naame is described as balancing delicate flavours and textures in a smaller portion.
Ashtayat
Ashtayat is described as a mix of banana, honey and cream for a different kind of sweet treat.
Common Concerns
Inconsistent Quality
One regular customer reported that the same JVC branch sometimes sends excellent kunafa and sometimes sends it cold or oversaturated with syrup.
Delivery Delays
A late-night WhatsApp order left one customer waiting from 10:34PM until after 11:10PM while guests were waiting.
Limited Seating
The shop is small, with one review mentioning only two tables and another saying there are no proper tables for waiting.
Syrup Excess
A late order arrived swimming in sugar syrup, with the reviewer calling it uneatable.
Service Concern
One customer reported a glove being used while handling money and then bread and kunafa, raising a food-hygiene concern.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
20 dirham
one kaak
“It is 20 dirham for one kaak and could be for sharing”Google review · January 2025
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The Bottom Line
Kanafani - JVC is a Lebanese sweets shop in Jumeirah Village Circle where kunafa is the main event. Customers come for cheese kunafa with a crisp pastry layer, kunafa with kaak, and hot, freshly made portions. The menu also includes Arabic sweets such as Mad bi’l qashta, dates maamoul, halawet and kunafa with cream, so there is more to try than one signature dish.
The strongest reviews describe a taste close to Lebanon, generous cheese and sensible sweetness. A medium fine kunafa reportedly served eight to ten people, while one kaak portion was considered large enough to share. The diet kunafa is mentioned as a lighter alternative.
The atmosphere is warm and cozy, but this is a compact shop rather than a comfortable sit-down destination: one reviewer counted only two tables. For takeaway, call ahead if you want a fresh batch started, and eat it promptly so the cheese does not cool and turn chewy. Delivery feedback is mixed.
Some orders arrived hot and fresh, but other customers reported late service, cold kunafa or plates overwhelmed by sugar syrup, particularly late at night. If sweetness matters to you, ask for the syrup separately.