Specialty coffee
The passion fruit V60 and Brazilian V60 stand out for strong, distinctive brews.
Linosa Cafe لينوزا كافية
Al Jaddaf
Linosa Cafe is a specialty coffee and food spot in Al Jaddaf, shaped around an Italian-island atmosphere. It suits relaxed breakfasts, coffee breaks and catch-ups, with reviewers especially highlighting the French toast and Rafaelo cake.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
257 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Breakfast dishes
Breakfast favourites include creamy avocado toast with scrambled eggs, shakshuka and well-executed Eggs Benedict.
Desserts
The Rafaelo cake is a standout dessert, praised for its coconut, vanilla cream and mousse textures.
Calm interior
The island-themed decor creates a quiet, cozy setting that reviewers use for working, relaxing and meeting friends.
Table games
Mini board games at the tables give coffee visits and catch-ups an extra activity.
Warm hospitality
Several reviews describe staff as attentive and welcoming, including a reported gesture of free iced coffees for construction workers.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try V60. Ask for the passion fruit V60 if you like a strong brew; it was specifically praised.
Order French toast. French toast is one of the clearest dish recommendations, though coffee feedback alongside it was negative.
Allow time. For food visits, avoid tight schedules: one reviewer reported waiting almost 45 minutes.
Check readiness. If visiting at opening, confirm the kitchen and coffee station are ready rather than assuming immediate service at 8am.
Use the games. Choose a table with the mini board games if you want your coffee stop to include a casual activity.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Zabeel Stadium
Al Jadaf, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
Popular Mentions
French toast
A reviewer called the French toast the best item they tried.
Linosa Pudding
Linosa Pudding was singled out as a favourite dessert.
Spicy rigatoni
The spicy rigatoni received strong praise as an especially memorable savoury dish.
Buffalo chicken sandwich
The buffalo chicken sandwich was described as one of the reviewer's best sandwiches.
Common Concerns
Opening delay
At the advertised 8am opening, one visitor found the cafe unprepared and was quoted 15–20 minutes for coffee.
Slow service
One visit took almost 45 minutes, so allow extra time when ordering food.
Coffee consistency
Coffee feedback is mixed: one reviewer noticed crushed beans, while another returned a coffee but still paid.
Small cups
One reviewer wished the coffee cups were larger for a longer drink.
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The Bottom Line
Linosa Cafe in Al Jaddaf is a relaxed specialty coffee and food spot built around an Italian-island concept. It works well for breakfast, a quiet coffee break or an unhurried catch-up, with mini board games on some tables and an interior that reviewers describe as cozy, calm and suitable for working. Breakfast gets specific praise: the avocado toast with scrambled eggs was described as creamy and balanced, while the Eggs Benedict were praised for perfectly poached eggs and rich hollandaise.
Shakshuka, sandwiches and pasta also appear in the reviews. For coffee, the passion fruit V60 and Brazilian V60 are notable orders, although feedback is not completely consistent; one guest mentioned crushed beans and another returned a coffee. Dessert is another reason to visit.
The Rafaelo cake was admired for its coconut, vanilla cream and mousse layers, while Linosa Pudding and San Sebastián cheesecake also received personal recommendations. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, and one review recalls free iced coffees being given to construction workers in the Dubai heat. Timing is worth considering.
A visit at the stated 8am opening found the cafe not fully prepared, and another food order took almost 45 minutes, so avoid arriving rushed.