French breakfast
The almond croissant is praised for its flaky pastry and rich almond cream, while the Croque Madame and French toast also stand out.
La Brasseria
Dubai Marina
La Brasseria is a Parisian-style brasserie in Dubai Marina, serving comfort food in a relaxed setting with outdoor seating. Reviews make breakfast a strong draw, especially the almond croissant, shakshouka and Croque Madame.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
3,164 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Outdoor seating
The outside tables are described as relaxed and comfortable, particularly when Dubai’s winter weather is pleasant.
Pet friendly
Dogs are welcome, and one guest received a water bowl and a banana for their pup without asking.
Fresh preparation
A reviewer particularly enjoyed having guacamole prepared fresh at the table, alongside fresh-tasting food.
Accessible service
Staff helped a guest’s mother who used a wheelchair and kept her comfortable throughout the visit.
Family welcome
One family found the staff friendly with children, and said their child enjoyed the food.
Table-side carbonara
The carbonara can be finished in a large Parmesan pot at the table, adding a memorable presentation to the dish.
What to Eat at La Brasseria 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 La Brasseria, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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.
These items at La Brasseria got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Carbonara Net +2
“The carbonara itself was phenomenal: rich, creamy, perfectly balanced, and bursting with authentic Italian flavor. Combined with Isanka’s beautiful presentation, it became the star of the night.”
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“The carbonara itself was phenomenal: rich, creamy, perfectly balanced, and bursting with authentic Italian flavor. Combined with Isanka’s beautiful presentation, it became the star of the night.”November 2025
“The food and service was excellent. Isanka was very attentive towards our needs & finished preparing my carbonara in a large parmesan pot that was fabulous!”October 2025
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Shakshouka Net +2
“Their shakshouka is really yummy.”
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“Their shakshouka is really yummy.”March 2025
“Loved the shakshouka and the date bread.”February 2026
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Truffle hummus Net +2
“Had Mussels, Pinza and truffle hummus was tooo good.”
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“Had Mussels, Pinza and truffle hummus was tooo good.”October 2025
“Would highly recommend: 1. Truffle hummus 2. Pizza 3. San Sebastián cheesecake (insanely good) 4. Onion soup (delicious)”December 2025
Honorable mentions (28)
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Almond croissant Net +1
“Every dish we tried showcased authentic culinary craftsmanship, but the absolute star of the show was the Almond Croissant by Chef David. It is, without a doubt, one of the best in the city. You can truly taste the authentic French touch, it is flaky on the outside, and filled with a rich and real almond cream on the inside that elevates it to another level.”
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“Every dish we tried showcased authentic culinary craftsmanship, but the absolute star of the show was the Almond Croissant by Chef David. It is, without a doubt, one of the best in the city. You can truly taste the authentic French touch, it is flaky on the outside, and filled with a rich and real almond cream on the inside that elevates it to another level.”July 2026
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Baked sea bass Net +1
“I had the healthy kale salad and the baked sea bass with gluten free mash and veggies. everything we tried was good.”
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“I had the healthy kale salad and the baked sea bass with gluten free mash and veggies. everything we tried was good.”September 2024
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Beef sliders Net +1
“For sharing we had: Cheesy Potato Balls and Beef Sliders. Pictures taken from menu. The food was just amazing again.”
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“For sharing we had: Cheesy Potato Balls and Beef Sliders. Pictures taken from menu. The food was just amazing again.”December 2025
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Calamari Net +1
“As for the food — I ordered the carbonara and calamari, and wow… the calamari was heaven.”
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“As for the food — I ordered the carbonara and calamari, and wow… the calamari was heaven.”April 2026
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Cheesy potato balls Net +1
“For sharing we had: Cheesy Potato Balls and Beef Sliders. Pictures taken from menu. The food was just amazing again.”
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“For sharing we had: Cheesy Potato Balls and Beef Sliders. Pictures taken from menu. The food was just amazing again.”December 2025
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Chocolate croissant Net +1
“I got a a chocolate croissant the first time and then a pesto halloumi sandwich and both times the food has been so fresh and tasty at such a good price!”
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“I got a a chocolate croissant the first time and then a pesto halloumi sandwich and both times the food has been so fresh and tasty at such a good price!”February 2026
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Continental breakfast Net +1
“We called for a medi breakfast for two and a continental breakfast for two.”
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“We called for a medi breakfast for two and a continental breakfast for two.”February 2026
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Crème brûlée Net +1
“And the desserts? Just wow. The crème brûlée was creamy with the perfect crackle on top, and the pistachio éclair looked like art and tasted even better!”
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“And the desserts? Just wow. The crème brûlée was creamy with the perfect crackle on top, and the pistachio éclair looked like art and tasted even better!”March 2025
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Croissant Net +1
“The croissant was extremely tasty and it didn’t taste dry or flaky, it was really smooth and delicious.”
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“The croissant was extremely tasty and it didn’t taste dry or flaky, it was really smooth and delicious.”December 2025
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Croque madame Net +1
“We also sampled a few other items from the menu, and none of them disappointed: The Croque Madame: elevated by a perfectly-seasoned béchamel sauce and an Original French Toast!”
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“We also sampled a few other items from the menu, and none of them disappointed: The Croque Madame: elevated by a perfectly-seasoned béchamel sauce and an Original French Toast!”July 2026
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Croque monsieur Net +1
“I really loved the Croque Monsieur; it was flavorful and I was full, but not extremely full which is good for breakfast.”
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“I really loved the Croque Monsieur; it was flavorful and I was full, but not extremely full which is good for breakfast.”December 2025
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Date bread Net +1
“Loved the shakshouka and the date bread.”
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“Loved the shakshouka and the date bread.”February 2026
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Date tiramisu Net +1
“Best complimentary focaccia bread I’ve ever had, fresh guacamole made at your table, delicious sandwiches and salads but the desert. Date tiramisu was the cherry on top.”
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“Best complimentary focaccia bread I’ve ever had, fresh guacamole made at your table, delicious sandwiches and salads but the desert. Date tiramisu was the cherry on top.”September 2025
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Greek salad Net +1
“And the greek salad was to die for.”
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“And the greek salad was to die for.”December 2025
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Healthy kale salad Net +1
“I had the healthy kale salad and the baked sea bass with gluten free mash and veggies. everything we tried was good.”
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“I had the healthy kale salad and the baked sea bass with gluten free mash and veggies. everything we tried was good.”September 2024
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La brasseria salad with chicken Net +1
“La Brasseria Salad with Chicken 8/10 very good the only downside was the dried out chicken strips”
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“La Brasseria Salad with Chicken 8/10 very good the only downside was the dried out chicken strips”April 2025
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Medi breakfast Net +1
“We called for a medi breakfast for two and a continental breakfast for two.”
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“We called for a medi breakfast for two and a continental breakfast for two.”February 2026
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Onion soup Net +1
“Would highly recommend: 1. Truffle hummus 2. Pizza 3. San Sebastián cheesecake (insanely good) 4. Onion soup (delicious)”
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“Would highly recommend: 1. Truffle hummus 2. Pizza 3. San Sebastián cheesecake (insanely good) 4. Onion soup (delicious)”December 2025
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Onion soup in bread Net +1
“The onion soup in bread was rich and cozy, like a warm hug.”
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“The onion soup in bread was rich and cozy, like a warm hug.”March 2025
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Original french toast Net +1
“We also sampled a few other items from the menu, and none of them disappointed: The Croque Madame: elevated by a perfectly-seasoned béchamel sauce and an Original French Toast!”
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“We also sampled a few other items from the menu, and none of them disappointed: The Croque Madame: elevated by a perfectly-seasoned béchamel sauce and an Original French Toast!”July 2026
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Pesto halloumi sandwich Net +1
“I got a a chocolate croissant the first time and then a pesto halloumi sandwich and both times the food has been so fresh and tasty at such a good price!”
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“I got a a chocolate croissant the first time and then a pesto halloumi sandwich and both times the food has been so fresh and tasty at such a good price!”February 2026
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Pistachio éclair Net +1
“And the desserts? Just wow. The crème brûlée was creamy with the perfect crackle on top, and the pistachio éclair looked like art and tasted even better!”
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“And the desserts? Just wow. The crème brûlée was creamy with the perfect crackle on top, and the pistachio éclair looked like art and tasted even better!”March 2025
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Salmon salad Net +1
“For starters, we had the salmon salad, which I absolutely loved—it was smoked to perfection with grapefruit and fresh greens.”
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“For starters, we had the salmon salad, which I absolutely loved—it was smoked to perfection with grapefruit and fresh greens.”February 2025
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Salmon with a creamy sauce Net +1
“For the main course, I had salmon with a creamy sauce, which was delicious—the creamy taste made it even better.”
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“For the main course, I had salmon with a creamy sauce, which was delicious—the creamy taste made it even better.”February 2025
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San sebastián cheesecake Net +1
“Would highly recommend: 1. Truffle hummus 2. Pizza 3. San Sebastián cheesecake (insanely good) 4. Onion soup (delicious)”
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“Would highly recommend: 1. Truffle hummus 2. Pizza 3. San Sebastián cheesecake (insanely good) 4. Onion soup (delicious)”December 2025
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Seafood pasta Net +1
“I ordered the seafood pasta and it was outstanding – perfectly cooked pasta, fresh seafood, and a rich, flavourful sauce.”
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“I ordered the seafood pasta and it was outstanding – perfectly cooked pasta, fresh seafood, and a rich, flavourful sauce.”November 2025
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Truffle fries Net +1
“The food was pure magic, the truffle fries actually made me pause mid-conversation, and don’t get me started on the Tartuffo… I still think about that.”
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“The food was pure magic, the truffle fries actually made me pause mid-conversation, and don’t get me started on the Tartuffo… I still think about that.”May 2025
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Truffle linguini Net +1
“The food was outstanding, especially the truffle linguini, which was truly amazing, rich, and perfectly cooked.”
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“The food was outstanding, especially the truffle linguini, which was truly amazing, rich, and perfectly cooked.”December 2025
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Cappuccino Net +1
“Cappuccino 8/10 loved the house blend”
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“Cappuccino 8/10 loved the house blend”April 2025
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Coffee Net +1
“The matcha and coffee were quite good, though the food was fairly standard, typical brunch fare.”
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“The matcha and coffee were quite good, though the food was fairly standard, typical brunch fare.”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Try breakfast. Breakfast is a reliable starting point: consider the shakshouka, fresh bread basket or a breakfast that includes coffee and juice.
Choose outdoors. Choose an outdoor table when the weather is good for the relaxed Marina atmosphere, but be aware that one guest noticed flies.
Use parking. If you are driving, a review says parking is available inside Dubai Marina Mall.
Mind timing. For quicker service, consider an early dinner; one guest visited at 6 pm and found it was not too busy.
Plan the visit
Practical details
La Brasseria, Silverene Tower
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Uneven hospitality
One birthday guest reported rude service, plates being collected while the table was still eating, and no birthday acknowledgement.
Dessert value
A diner felt the desserts were not worth their listed prices and would not recommend ordering them.
Outdoor flies
One otherwise positive breakfast review noted that there were many flies around the outdoor area.
Building bathroom
The bathroom is part of the surrounding building and was described as being in poor condition.
Inconsistent cooking
On one Valentine’s Day visit, the steak was tough and the potato starter was slightly cold inside.
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The Bottom Line
La Brasseria is a Parisian-style brasserie in Dubai Marina with a relaxed atmosphere, outdoor seating and a menu that works particularly well for breakfast. The almond croissant, shakshouka, Croque Madame and table-finished carbonara are among the most useful dishes to know about before visiting. Reviews also mention fresh bread, generous portions and guacamole prepared at the table.
The setting suits several kinds of visit. Families describe the team as friendly with children, dogs are welcome, and one review praised the staff for helping a wheelchair user stay comfortable. Outdoor seating is especially appealing in good winter weather, while drivers may find parking inside Dubai Marina Mall.
An early dinner around 6 pm was reported as relatively quiet and quick. There are a few reasons to keep expectations measured. Feedback on service is mostly attentive and warm, but one birthday visit described rude treatment and plates being collected while guests were still eating.
Dessert value is also disputed, and the building bathroom was criticised. An outdoor diner noticed many flies, while a Valentine’s Day review found the steak tough and a potato starter cold inside. Overall, it is an appealing Marina stop for breakfast and casual comfort food, with some inconsistency worth bearing in mind.