Live music
Live singers, DJs and occasional saxophone performances give dinner and brunch a distinctly entertaining feel.
La Cantine du Faubourg Dubai
Trade Centre
La Cantine du Faubourg is a French restaurant in Trade Centre built around food, music and visual design. Reviews make it especially appealing for live-music dinners and its three-hour Sunday brunch, with dishes such as truffle pasta and pizza drawing particular attention.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
2,091 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Brunch format
The Sunday brunch runs for three hours with unlimited food and drinks, and offers indoor or outdoor seating.
Truffle dishes
Truffle pasta and pizza are standout orders for reviewers, with one describing both as 10/10.
French-Mediterranean
The menu combines French-Mediterranean cooking with polished dishes such as beef tartare and scallops.
Outdoor terrace
The terrace is repeatedly praised for its cosy setting, greenery and seasonal appeal.
Celebrations
Reviews describe the venue as a strong setting for birthdays, Christmas dinner and other special evenings.
What to Eat at La Cantine du Faubourg Dubai 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 Cantine du Faubourg Dubai, 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 La Cantine du Faubourg Dubai, 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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Buratta Net +3
“The service was great & the food was good overall, the buratta in particular and pasta was our favorite, we do think comparing to the other restaurants in the same caliber it is a bit on the pricey side”
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“The service was great & the food was good overall, the buratta in particular and pasta was our favorite, we do think comparing to the other restaurants in the same caliber it is a bit on the pricey side”January 2023
“Really enjoyed the food here, from burata starter to lobster spaghetti. Delicious.”August 2024
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Profiteroles Net +2
“And I can recommend the profiteroles that are for sure one of the best in Dubai !”
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“And I can recommend the profiteroles that are for sure one of the best in Dubai !”June 2022
“The desserts were so delicious. Particularly the creme brûlée and profiterole.”October 2021
Honorable mentions (22)
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Avocado flat bread Net +1
“Food was great.we had poke bowl and avocado flat bread which were delicious.”
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“Food was great.we had poke bowl and avocado flat bread which were delicious.”May 2024
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Beef tartare Net +1
“The French-Mediterranean menu is impressive, and the dishes are perfectly crafted—I highly recommend the beef tartare and scallops.”
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“The French-Mediterranean menu is impressive, and the dishes are perfectly crafted—I highly recommend the beef tartare and scallops.”December 2024
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Calamari Net +1
“The spicy beef was impeccable and the calamari was flawless.”
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“The spicy beef was impeccable and the calamari was flawless.”October 2021
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Creme brûlée Net +1
“The desserts were so delicious. Particularly the creme brûlée and profiterole.”
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“The desserts were so delicious. Particularly the creme brûlée and profiterole.”October 2021
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Leek risotto with truffles Net +1
“The main course, leek risotto with truffles, was divine—rich and comforting with the perfect balance of flavors .”
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“The main course, leek risotto with truffles, was divine—rich and comforting with the perfect balance of flavors .”December 2024
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Lobster spaghetti Net +1
“Really enjoyed the food here, from burata starter to lobster spaghetti. Delicious.”
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“Really enjoyed the food here, from burata starter to lobster spaghetti. Delicious.”August 2024
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Octupus Net +1
“.Octupus ( absolutely amazing )”
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“.Octupus ( absolutely amazing )”September 2020
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Pizza Net +1
“I loved that place 🤍 Excellent food, good service, great music 🙏🏻 Especially live music performance was amazing. Truffle pasta and pizza is just 10/10 Highly Recommend 💗”
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“I loved that place 🤍 Excellent food, good service, great music 🙏🏻 Especially live music performance was amazing. Truffle pasta and pizza is just 10/10 Highly Recommend 💗”January 2026
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Poached eggs Net +1
“The poached eggs were also perfectly cooked with a lovely hollandaise sauce and the muffin toasted to perfection.”
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“The poached eggs were also perfectly cooked with a lovely hollandaise sauce and the muffin toasted to perfection.”October 2021
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Poke bowl Net +1
“Food was great.we had poke bowl and avocado flat bread which were delicious.”
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“Food was great.we had poke bowl and avocado flat bread which were delicious.”May 2024
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Quinoa salad Net +1
“The food was nothing short of delicious 🍽️. For starters, I highly recommend the quinoa salad—fresh, flavorful, and light 🥗.”
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“The food was nothing short of delicious 🍽️. For starters, I highly recommend the quinoa salad—fresh, flavorful, and light 🥗.”December 2024
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Scallops Net +1
“The French-Mediterranean menu is impressive, and the dishes are perfectly crafted—I highly recommend the beef tartare and scallops.”
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“The French-Mediterranean menu is impressive, and the dishes are perfectly crafted—I highly recommend the beef tartare and scallops.”December 2024
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Seabass carpaccio Net +1
“The steak was some of the best I’ve ever had as well as the seabass carpaccio, tuna ceviche, and the burrata. 10/10 highly recommend”
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“The steak was some of the best I’ve ever had as well as the seabass carpaccio, tuna ceviche, and the burrata. 10/10 highly recommend”July 2024
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Seabass cooked like in france Net +1
“I enjoyed quinoa salads and seabass cooked like in France listening very nice live music.”
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“I enjoyed quinoa salads and seabass cooked like in France listening very nice live music.”December 2024
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Short ribs Net +1
“.Short Ribs ( best in Dubai )”
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“.Short Ribs ( best in Dubai )”September 2020
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Spicy beef Net +1
“The spicy beef was impeccable and the calamari was flawless.”
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“The spicy beef was impeccable and the calamari was flawless.”October 2021
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Spicy beef toast Net +1
“Don’t miss :- .Buratta .Spicy Beef Toast ( too good ) .Ceviche .Gambas .Octupus ( absolutely amazing ) .Short Ribs ( best in Dubai ) . Ribeye Steak . Seabass . Parfait .Lemon Meringue”
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“Don’t miss :- .Buratta .Spicy Beef Toast ( too good ) .Ceviche .Gambas .Octupus ( absolutely amazing ) .Short Ribs ( best in Dubai ) . Ribeye Steak . Seabass . Parfait .Lemon Meringue”September 2020
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Spinach salad Net +1
“It was business lunch and food were so delicious and healthy. Especially spinach salad.”
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“It was business lunch and food were so delicious and healthy. Especially spinach salad.”November 2021
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Truffle pasta Net +1
“I loved that place 🤍 Excellent food, good service, great music 🙏🏻 Especially live music performance was amazing. Truffle pasta and pizza is just 10/10 Highly Recommend 💗”
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“I loved that place 🤍 Excellent food, good service, great music 🙏🏻 Especially live music performance was amazing. Truffle pasta and pizza is just 10/10 Highly Recommend 💗”January 2026
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Truffle scrambled eggs Net +1
“The truffle scrambled eggs were full of truffle and beautifully cooked.”
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“The truffle scrambled eggs were full of truffle and beautifully cooked.”October 2021
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Tuna ceviche Net +1
“The steak was some of the best I’ve ever had as well as the seabass carpaccio, tuna ceviche, and the burrata. 10/10 highly recommend”
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“The steak was some of the best I’ve ever had as well as the seabass carpaccio, tuna ceviche, and the burrata. 10/10 highly recommend”July 2024
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Truffle pizza Net 0
Mixed feedback
“I would say the most potatoes the meats the selection of seafood and the salads tastes really well along with my favorite truffle pizza is highly highly recommended.”
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“I would say the most potatoes the meats the selection of seafood and the salads tastes really well along with my favorite truffle pizza is highly highly recommended.”October 2021
Drinks 2
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Special house cocktail twist on espresso martini Net +1
“Mr. Stefan made special house cocktail twist on espresso martini.”
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“Mr. Stefan made special house cocktail twist on espresso martini.”November 2021
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Wine Net +1
“Went to this restaurant with one of my girl for a chill drink night. The ambience of the place is exceptionally beautiful. We were greeted by lovely and attentive staffs since we arrive. The quality of food and wine is also very good. We were taken care by Alexander who provides his excellent service throughout the night. Definitely reccomend this place for dates and just chill night with friends and family.”
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“Went to this restaurant with one of my girl for a chill drink night. The ambience of the place is exceptionally beautiful. We were greeted by lovely and attentive staffs since we arrive. The quality of food and wine is also very good. We were taken care by Alexander who provides his excellent service throughout the night. Definitely reccomend this place for dates and just chill night with friends and family.”April 2024
What to Avoid (2)
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Duck Net −1
“The only thing I could say was the duck could be cooked at a better temperature, mine was dry and slightly overcooked. But the flavours were there especially the confit tomates.”
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“The only thing I could say was the duck could be cooked at a better temperature, mine was dry and slightly overcooked. But the flavours were there especially the confit tomates.”August 2021
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Fries Net −1
“The food taste great! But don’t order the fries.”
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“The food taste great! But don’t order the fries.”October 2021
Tips for a Better Visit
Book ahead. Reserve in advance, especially when planning a popular evening or weekend visit.
Reserve outdoors. For cooler months, request the outdoor seating when booking; reviewers specifically recommend the winter terrace.
Skip fries. If ordering à la carte, avoid the fries; one reviewer strongly preferred the truffle pizza and other dishes instead.
Use valet. Driving is practical for visitors: reviews note that valet parking is available.
Try plated brunch. If you dislike buffets, the brunch uses smaller plated portions, making it easier to sample several dishes.
Allow time. Leave extra time for brunch, as service may become slower during the final hour.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Emirates Towers Hotel، Emirates Towers Hotel Entrance - 1st floor
Trade Center Second, Dubai
Common Concerns
Uneven service
Service can be excellent, but one brunch group found staff inflexible and difficult over simple requests.
Slow periods
Attentiveness can dip during busy or later periods, with service slowing notably in the final brunch hour.
High pricing
One reviewer felt the restaurant was pricey compared with others of a similar calibre.
Mixed brunch dishes
The smaller brunch portions help with variety, but reviewers noted that some dishes were less successful than others.
Inconsistent mains
A breakfast review found some mains disappointing, including dry chicken and overcooked salmon.
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The Bottom Line
La Cantine du Faubourg is a French restaurant in Trade Centre where the meal comes with a strong dose of music and atmosphere. You can book a live-music dinner, settle on the terrace, or try the three-hour Sunday brunch, which includes unlimited food and drinks rather than a buffet. The smaller portions let you sample more dishes.
Food is the main reason to return. Reviewers repeatedly mention the truffle pasta and pizza, while other named favourites include beef tartare, scallops and leek risotto with truffles. The French-Mediterranean menu also covers lighter choices such as quinoa salad and seabass.
Breakfast has its own following, particularly the truffle scrambled eggs and profiteroles. The setting suits date nights, birthdays and festive dinners, with indoor and outdoor seating, stylish graffiti-led décor, greenery and live singers. Valet parking is available, and one review notes the venue is walkable from the nearest metro via the Museum of the Future connection.
Service is not completely consistent. Many guests describe attentive staff, but others report inflexibility, slow service or a noticeable slowdown in the last brunch hour. Prices are viewed as high by some reviewers, so booking ahead and allowing time is sensible.