Macarons
Macarons are a clear strength, with reviewers praising raspberry, pistachio and chocolate flavours and a balanced sweetness.
Ladurèe
Al Barsha
Ladurée is a refined French bakery and café in Al Barsha at Mall of the Emirates, known for its macarons and elegant Parisian setting. Reviews also point to French toast, afternoon tea and relaxed coffee breaks as good reasons to sit down rather than simply pick up a pastry.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
826 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
French Toast
French toast is repeatedly recommended, including a salt-and-caramel version and a crème brûlée pairing.
Afternoon Tea
The afternoon tea combines a calm setting with attractive decoration and carefully presented teapots.
Tea Selection
Marie Antoinette tea is a memorable order for visitors who want something beyond coffee.
Quiet Setting
The Mall of the Emirates branch sits in a quieter part of the mall, useful for a calmer breakfast or dessert break.
Warm Service
Reviews consistently describe the team as attentive, polite and welcoming, including careful attention to allergies.
French Menu
Beyond desserts, the reviews mention satisfying French-style meals such as quiche, onion soup and blanquette de veau.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try French Toast. Order the salt-and-caramel French toast if you want the most specifically recommended variation.
Pair Your Tea. Ask for tea or coffee guidance with French toast and crème brûlée; reviewers found the pairing advice useful.
Seek Quiet. For a less crowded break, visit the branch’s quieter mall section, especially on a weekend.
Check Availability. If you want the Rose Latte, check first: one reviewer found it out of stock.
Ask Promotions. Ask whether a promotion is running before ordering; one visit included a sealed gift envelope with possible drink, dessert or travel rewards.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Luxury Wing, Mall of the Emirates - Level 1
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
High Prices
One reviewer found the café expensive, while another felt a pricey tart tasted fairly ordinary.
Strong Drinks
Coffee and tea were described as very strong, and another visit found the cappuccino and Spanish cold disappointing.
Limited Choice
One visit had fewer food choices than expected, and a kitchen renovation temporarily restricted the menu.
Small Space
The seating was described as a bit small, although the reviewer also found it more private than the Dubai Mall branch.
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The Bottom Line
Ladurée at Mall of the Emirates is a French bakery and café in Al Barsha, suited to a polished dessert stop, breakfast or leisurely tea. The macarons are the signature purchase, with raspberry, pistachio and chocolate among the flavours mentioned. For a sit-down order, reviews repeatedly point to French toast, crème brûlée and the Marie Antoinette tea.
The mood is a major part of the appeal. Customers describe an elegant, calm interior with attractive pastel décor, soothing music and beautifully presented teapots. The branch is in a quieter part of the mall, making it useful when you want to escape weekend crowds or take a break while shopping.
Afternoon tea and coffee-and-dessert visits feature often, while the menu also includes French dishes such as quiche, onion soup and blanquette de veau. There are a few practical cautions. Coffee and tea can taste very strong, and one reviewer considered the café expensive; another felt a pricey tart was fairly ordinary.
Food choices were limited during a kitchen renovation, although that may not reflect the current menu. Seating is described as somewhat small but relatively private. Promotions have appeared, so it is worth asking what is running when you visit.