L'avenue Dubai | Fashion Avenue | Dubai Mall

L'avenue Dubai | Fashion Avenue | Dubai Mall

Downtown Dubai

French restaurant Open now 0 561 621 040

In Downtown Dubai, L’Avenue is a French restaurant in Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue with an elegant Parisian atmosphere and views over the Dubai Fountain. Reviews point to dishes such as escargots and shrimp risotto, making it a strong choice for a stylish lunch, dinner or special occasion.

Reputation Score
4.7
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118 ratings
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The Good Stuff

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Fountain Views

Panoramic windows provide a front-row view of the Dubai Fountain, especially striking in the evening.

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French Cooking

Reviews describe refined French dishes with well-executed flavours, including escargots, pasta and meat dishes.

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What to Eat at L'avenue Dubai | Fashion Avenue | Dubai Mall

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of L'avenue Dubai | Fashion Avenue | Dubai Mall, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 3

  1. Escargots Net +4
    “The food is sophisticated yet simple at the same time. The salads are excellent, especially the crab salad, and the escargots are honestly among the best I’ve had compared to similar restaurants. The pasta and meat dishes are also consistently very good, and the desserts are definitely worth trying as well.”
  2. Pizza truffle Net +2
    “My orders were King Crab Salad (so refreshing), Tomato burrata, Pizza Truffle (so light and balanced, not too much truffle) / Morels pasta is a top pick / Decided to try escargots for the first time thanks to the chef and didn’t disappoint / Chateau Filet with mustard dressing / For desert had the Costes Cheesecake and Profiterole 🥰😋😍 thank you for the extraordinary service from Julie and for the recommendations.”
  3. Shrimp risotto Net +2
    “The food was excellent. We tried the lamb chops, which were delicious, the shrimp risotto was amazing, and the burrata salad was incredibly fresh and tasty. The burger was also very flavorful and perfectly cooked.”
Honorable mentions (22)
  1. Apple tart Net +1
    “We highly recommend trying the apple tart, shrimp risotto, avocado with tuna, and the truffle pizza — all were absolutely amazing.”
  2. Avocado with tuna Net +1
    “We highly recommend trying the apple tart, shrimp risotto, avocado with tuna, and the truffle pizza — all were absolutely amazing.”
  3. Burrata Net +1
    “I visited the restaurant today and had the burrata, snails, prawn risotto, and tomato pasta. Everything was delicious and well prepared. A special thanks to Jolie, who was amazing throughout our visit. She welcomed us warmly, helped us with everything we needed, and made sure we had a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommended!”
  4. Burrata salad Net +1
    “The food was excellent. We tried the lamb chops, which were delicious, the shrimp risotto was amazing, and the burrata salad was incredibly fresh and tasty. The burger was also very flavorful and perfectly cooked.”
  5. Cheesecake Net +1
    “I ordered a V60, cheesecake, and a chocolate tart. All of the items were delicious, and I would like to sincerely thank Julie and Sandy for their outstanding service and hospitality.”
  6. Chocolate tart Net +1
    “I ordered a V60, cheesecake, and a chocolate tart. All of the items were delicious, and I would like to sincerely thank Julie and Sandy for their outstanding service and hospitality.”
  7. Foiegras Net +1
    “The pasta and Foiegras are delicious also the snails very tasty and big 🤪”
  8. Fries Net +1
    “The restaurant has a luxurious and romantic style. I tried the Smash Burger and the fries; they were delicious, the meat quality was excellent, and the staff were wonderful.”
  9. King crab salad Net +1
    “My orders were King Crab Salad (so refreshing), Tomato burrata, Pizza Truffle (so light and balanced, not too much truffle) / Morels pasta is a top pick / Decided to try escargots for the first time thanks to the chef and didn’t disappoint / Chateau Filet with mustard dressing / For desert had the Costes Cheesecake and Profiterole 🥰😋😍 thank you for the extraordinary service from Julie and for the recommendations.”
  10. Lamb chops Net +1
    “The food was excellent. We tried the lamb chops, which were delicious, the shrimp risotto was amazing, and the burrata salad was incredibly fresh and tasty. The burger was also very flavorful and perfectly cooked.”
  11. Miso salmon Net +1
    “Would recommend smoked salmon, crab salad, and miso salmon is delicious 🤤”
  12. Morels pasta Net +1
    “My orders were King Crab Salad (so refreshing), Tomato burrata, Pizza Truffle (so light and balanced, not too much truffle) / Morels pasta is a top pick / Decided to try escargots for the first time thanks to the chef and didn’t disappoint / Chateau Filet with mustard dressing / For desert had the Costes Cheesecake and Profiterole 🥰😋😍 thank you for the extraordinary service from Julie and for the recommendations.”
  13. Pavlova Net +1
    “Beautiful place with a great ambiance. The Pavlova was absolutely delicious-light, elegant, and perfectly balanced. Highly recommend.”
  14. Prawn risotto Net +1
    “I visited the restaurant today and had the burrata, snails, prawn risotto, and tomato pasta. Everything was delicious and well prepared. A special thanks to Jolie, who was amazing throughout our visit. She welcomed us warmly, helped us with everything we needed, and made sure we had a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommended!”
  15. Profiterole Net +1
    “Food is delicious! Specially the Profiteroles.”
  16. Seabass Net +1
    “The seabass was super delicious.”
  17. Smash burger Net +1
    “The restaurant has a luxurious and romantic style. I tried the Smash Burger and the fries; they were delicious, the meat quality was excellent, and the staff were wonderful.”
  18. Smoked salmon Net +1
    “Would recommend smoked salmon, crab salad, and miso salmon is delicious 🤤”
  19. Tomato pasta Net +1
    “I visited the restaurant today and had the burrata, snails, prawn risotto, and tomato pasta. Everything was delicious and well prepared. A special thanks to Jolie, who was amazing throughout our visit. She welcomed us warmly, helped us with everything we needed, and made sure we had a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommended!”
  20. V60 Net +1
    “I ordered a V60, cheesecake, and a chocolate tart. All of the items were delicious, and I would like to sincerely thank Julie and Sandy for their outstanding service and hospitality.”
  21. Chateau filet Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “My orders were King Crab Salad (so refreshing), Tomato burrata, Pizza Truffle (so light and balanced, not too much truffle) / Morels pasta is a top pick / Decided to try escargots for the first time thanks to the chef and didn’t disappoint / Chateau Filet with mustard dressing / For desert had the Costes Cheesecake and Profiterole 🥰😋😍 thank you for the extraordinary service from Julie and for the recommendations.”
  22. Costes cheesecake Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “My orders were King Crab Salad (so refreshing), Tomato burrata, Pizza Truffle (so light and balanced, not too much truffle) / Morels pasta is a top pick / Decided to try escargots for the first time thanks to the chef and didn’t disappoint / Chateau Filet with mustard dressing / For desert had the Costes Cheesecake and Profiterole 🥰😋😍 thank you for the extraordinary service from Julie and for the recommendations.”

Drinks 2

  1. Coffee Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “Coffee - 5/10”
  2. Matcha Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “Matcha - 5 out of 10”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Request Views. If the fountain show is your priority, ask for a table near the panoramic windows, which one diner called a front-row view.

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Try Escargots. Escargots are a standout recommendation: one reviewer called them among the best they had tried at similar restaurants.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Fountain View, Dubai Mall - Fashion Avenue - 2F
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
0 561 621 040
Mon10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Tue10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Wed10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Thu10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Fri10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sat10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Over-Service

One diner found the staff’s constant table visits intrusive, with interruptions making conversation difficult.

Table Care

One visit involved sitting with dirty cups throughout and having to find the payment point independently.

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The Bottom Line

L’Avenue brings a Parisian-style French restaurant to Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue, with an elegant setting and a major visual draw: panoramic views of the Dubai Fountain. It suits a date, special occasion or polished meal after shopping, particularly if you enjoy a refined room rather than a casual mall café. The menu has enough specific standouts to make ordering worthwhile.

Reviews praise the escargots, shrimp risotto, crab salad, truffle pizza and seabass, while the Costes cheesecake, Pavlova and profiteroles give dessert a strong showing. One long-time Paris customer found the Dubai branch similar in spirit, with the view adding something distinctive. Service is mostly described as warm, professional and helpful, including detailed menu guidance and considerate handling of a table with a toddler.

It is not completely consistent, though. One diner felt interrupted almost every minute, while another reported dirty cups left on the table and having to search for somewhere to pay. If conversation matters, ask for a lighter-touch service style, and consider going early for a quieter atmosphere.

The fountain-facing tables are the ones to prioritise if the view is central to your visit.

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