Fountain Views
Outdoor seating faces the Dubai Fountain, with especially striking views during the fountain show.
La Maison Ani Dubai
Downtown Dubai
La Maison Ani is a French Mediterranean restaurant in Downtown Dubai, located in Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue. Reviews point to the Izu Burger, seafood dishes and an outdoor terrace with a direct Dubai Fountain view as key reasons to visit.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
2,307 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Strong Favourites
The steak sandwich, seafood risotto, pizza and burrata salad were all described as delicious and well prepared.
Breakfast Option
Breakfast reviews specifically praise the Eggs Royale, waffles and well-made coffee in a calm setting.
Shareable Pizza
The Caesar salad and pizza were praised, with the pizza portion large enough for three people to share.
Elegant Setting
The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating, with reviews describing the atmosphere as elegant, vibrant and relaxing.
Helpful Recovery
One visit included a complimentary dish after a problem, with the team handling feedback professionally.
What to Eat at La Maison Ani 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 Maison Ani Dubai, 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 Maison Ani Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 3
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Izu burger Net +2
“We started with the Izu Burger that was perfectly made and stacked with gourmet goodness.”
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“We started with the Izu Burger that was perfectly made and stacked with gourmet goodness.”April 2025
“The Izu burger was fantastic—so tasty and delicious! I also enjoyed their lentil salad; it was incredibly fresh.”July 2026
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Seafood risotto Net +2
“The seafood risotto is the star of the night which is rich, creamy, and loaded with fresh seafood.”
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“The seafood risotto is the star of the night which is rich, creamy, and loaded with fresh seafood.”April 2025
“We ordered the steak sandwich, seafood risotto, Margherita pizza, and burrata salad — all were delicious and well prepared.”February 2026
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Truffle 🍕 pizza Net +2
“The Truffle 🍕 pizza were absolutely unbelievable light, flavorful, and something I highly recommend everyone to order.”
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“The Truffle 🍕 pizza were absolutely unbelievable light, flavorful, and something I highly recommend everyone to order.”September 2025
“I highly recommend the truffle pizza and the seafood pasta, and you can’t go wrong with the steak from here either. All the food here is consistently great!”November 2024
Honorable mentions (19)
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Beef carpaccio Net +1
“• Beef Carpaccio – decent, though I couldn’t help but compare it to their neighbor Gia’s version.”
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“• Beef Carpaccio – decent, though I couldn’t help but compare it to their neighbor Gia’s version.”September 2025
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Burrata salad Net +1
“We ordered the steak sandwich, seafood risotto, Margherita pizza, and burrata salad — all were delicious and well prepared.”
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“We ordered the steak sandwich, seafood risotto, Margherita pizza, and burrata salad — all were delicious and well prepared.”February 2026
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Butter shrimps Net +1
“• Butter Shrimps – absolutely delicious.”
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“• Butter Shrimps – absolutely delicious.”September 2025
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Caesar salad Net +1
“I highly recommend the caesar salad and the pizza they were the best and it comes in a big size you can share it with 3 people!”
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“I highly recommend the caesar salad and the pizza they were the best and it comes in a big size you can share it with 3 people!”October 2025
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Chicken burger Net +1
“Once it arrived though, the food was excellent — the chicken burger, panini, and pizza were all superb and absolutely delicious.”
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“Once it arrived though, the food was excellent — the chicken burger, panini, and pizza were all superb and absolutely delicious.”October 2025
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Crème brûlée Net +1
“The tiramisu and crème brûlée were excellent and a perfect way to end the meal.”
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“The tiramisu and crème brûlée were excellent and a perfect way to end the meal.”February 2026
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Date caramel pudding Net +1
“To finish, the Date Caramel Pudding was a highlight—soft, warm, and the perfect sweet ending.”
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“To finish, the Date Caramel Pudding was a highlight—soft, warm, and the perfect sweet ending.”September 2025
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Eggs royale Net +1
“I tried the Eggs Royale, which was nicely done, and the waffle was also really good.”
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“I tried the Eggs Royale, which was nicely done, and the waffle was also really good.”July 2025
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Lentil salad Net +1
“The Izu burger was fantastic—so tasty and delicious! I also enjoyed their lentil salad; it was incredibly fresh.”
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“The Izu burger was fantastic—so tasty and delicious! I also enjoyed their lentil salad; it was incredibly fresh.”July 2026
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Lentil soup Net +1
“Their Lentil Soup is another standout—silky smooth, lightly spiced, and beautifully enhanced with just a touch of tadka oil. It’s simple yet so comforting.”
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“Their Lentil Soup is another standout—silky smooth, lightly spiced, and beautifully enhanced with just a touch of tadka oil. It’s simple yet so comforting.”November 2025
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Lobster pasta Net +1
“The Lobster Pasta was also out of this world, truly one of the best I’ve ever had.”
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“The Lobster Pasta was also out of this world, truly one of the best I’ve ever had.”September 2025
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Margherita pizza Net +1
“We ordered the steak sandwich, seafood risotto, Margherita pizza, and burrata salad — all were delicious and well prepared.”
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“We ordered the steak sandwich, seafood risotto, Margherita pizza, and burrata salad — all were delicious and well prepared.”February 2026
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Panini Net +1
“Once it arrived though, the food was excellent — the chicken burger, panini, and pizza were all superb and absolutely delicious.”
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“Once it arrived though, the food was excellent — the chicken burger, panini, and pizza were all superb and absolutely delicious.”October 2025
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Seafood pasta Net +1
“I highly recommend the truffle pizza and the seafood pasta, and you can’t go wrong with the steak from here either. All the food here is consistently great!”
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“I highly recommend the truffle pizza and the seafood pasta, and you can’t go wrong with the steak from here either. All the food here is consistently great!”November 2024
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Steak sandwich Net +1
“We ordered the steak sandwich, seafood risotto, Margherita pizza, and burrata salad — all were delicious and well prepared.”
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“We ordered the steak sandwich, seafood risotto, Margherita pizza, and burrata salad — all were delicious and well prepared.”February 2026
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Tiramisu Net +1
“The tiramisu and crème brûlée were excellent and a perfect way to end the meal.”
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“The tiramisu and crème brûlée were excellent and a perfect way to end the meal.”February 2026
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Truffle tarte Net +1
“La Maison Ani is one of my absolute favorite spots in Dubai Mall, and I’ve visited more than 10-15 times just for their Truffle Tarte—it’s hands down the best! At AED 160, it’s definitely pricey, but worth every dirham for the indulgent flavor and perfect execution.”
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“La Maison Ani is one of my absolute favorite spots in Dubai Mall, and I’ve visited more than 10-15 times just for their Truffle Tarte—it’s hands down the best! At AED 160, it’s definitely pricey, but worth every dirham for the indulgent flavor and perfect execution.”November 2025
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Vegetarian pizza Net +1
“The vegetarian pizza was a delightful surprise, with a thin, crisp crust and fresh toppings that made every bite feel light yet indulgent.”
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“The vegetarian pizza was a delightful surprise, with a thin, crisp crust and fresh toppings that made every bite feel light yet indulgent.”April 2025
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Waffles Net +1
“I tried the Eggs Royale, which was nicely done, and the waffle was also really good.”
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“I tried the Eggs Royale, which was nicely done, and the waffle was also really good.”July 2025
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Iced latte Net +1
“I also tried their Iced Latte, which was good.”
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“I also tried their Iced Latte, which was good.”November 2025
What to Avoid (5)
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Arrabbiata pasta Net −1
“The Arrabbiata pasta was inedible, the warm prawns were overcooked, and the snails didn't taste fresh—the sauce was also completely lacking in flavor. Even the French fries weren't fresh and tasted greasy.”
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“The Arrabbiata pasta was inedible, the warm prawns were overcooked, and the snails didn't taste fresh—the sauce was also completely lacking in flavor. Even the French fries weren't fresh and tasted greasy.”July 2026
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French fries Net −1
“The Arrabbiata pasta was inedible, the warm prawns were overcooked, and the snails didn't taste fresh—the sauce was also completely lacking in flavor. Even the French fries weren't fresh and tasted greasy.”
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“The Arrabbiata pasta was inedible, the warm prawns were overcooked, and the snails didn't taste fresh—the sauce was also completely lacking in flavor. Even the French fries weren't fresh and tasted greasy.”July 2026
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Pear tart Net −1
“Desserts are 4 star, we have tried better, especially when it comes to the pear tart.”
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“Desserts are 4 star, we have tried better, especially when it comes to the pear tart.”December 2025
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Ratatouille dish Net −1
“The Ratatouille dish was a letdown—rather than the visually stunning version you’d expect (like in the Ratatouille movie), it came more like Indian baingan bharta in a bowl, with an overly sweetened oven tomato that threw off the balance. Not something I’d order again.”
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“The Ratatouille dish was a letdown—rather than the visually stunning version you’d expect (like in the Ratatouille movie), it came more like Indian baingan bharta in a bowl, with an overly sweetened oven tomato that threw off the balance. Not something I’d order again.”November 2025
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Warm prawns Net −1
“The Arrabbiata pasta was inedible, the warm prawns were overcooked, and the snails didn't taste fresh—the sauce was also completely lacking in flavor. Even the French fries weren't fresh and tasted greasy.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The Arrabbiata pasta was inedible, the warm prawns were overcooked, and the snails didn't taste fresh—the sauce was also completely lacking in flavor. Even the French fries weren't fresh and tasted greasy.”July 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Ahead. Reserve ahead if possible: one frequent visitor said the restaurant is always busy and recommended booking in advance.
Request Outside. Ask specifically for outdoor seating if you want the fountain show view, but note that those tables are in high demand.
Allow Time. Build in extra time for the meal and check that drinks and every component of your order arrive together.
Share Pizza. A pizza can work well for a group: one review says the portion was large enough to share among three people.
Try Breakfast. For a calmer visit, consider breakfast, when reviewers enjoyed Eggs Royale, waffles and coffee.
Plan the visit
Practical details
TDM GF 319, Dubai Mall
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Several reviews mention long waits, including meals arriving at different times and drinks coming after the food.
Inconsistent Food
One repeat visitor found the Arrabbiata inedible, prawns overcooked, snails unbalanced and fries greasy.
Tableware Issues
A diner reported receiving two visibly unclean plates before staff washed one specifically for them.
High Pricing
Reviews describe the restaurant as expensive for Dubai Mall, with some appetiser portions feeling small for the price.
Outdoor Demand
Outdoor tables are heavily requested, and one guest said their seating request was forgotten.
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The Bottom Line
La Maison Ani is a French Mediterranean restaurant in Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue, Downtown Dubai, with a polished indoor setting and an outdoor terrace overlooking the Dubai Fountain. The menu gives you plenty of reliable starting points: reviewers have enjoyed the Izu Burger, steak sandwich, seafood risotto, truffle pizza and Eggs Royale. The setting is a major part of the appeal.
Outdoor tables are particularly attractive during the fountain show, while breakfast has been described as chic and calm. Pizza portions can be generous enough to share among three people, although another repeat visitor felt appetisers were small for their prices. Service is often warm, attentive and professional, but it is not consistently quick.
Several diners reported long waits or food arriving in separate waves; one breakfast order arrived without its salmon component. Food feedback is also mixed: many reviews describe fresh, beautifully presented dishes, while one visit reported inedible Arrabbiata, overcooked prawns and disappointing snails. A separate diner found two plates unclean, so attention to tableware is worth noting.
Book ahead when possible, especially if you want outdoor seating. It is a higher-priced Dubai Mall choice, with the fountain view adding to the occasion.