Massimo’s Italian Restaurant - City Walk

Name: Massimo’s Italian Restaurant - City Walk
Address: City Walk 2 Unit B02, Al Wasl, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97142836577

Al Wasl

Italian restaurant Closed 04 283 6577

Massimo’s is an Italian restaurant in Al Wasl’s City Walk, with handmade-style pasta, pizza and traditional dishes. Reviews particularly point to its gluten-free pasta and gelato, while the comfortable setting works for casual meals, dates and special occasions.

Reputation Score

4.8

★★★★★

2,462 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Gluten-free options

Reviewers found the gluten-free pasta excellent, with careful attention to keeping the order completely gluten-free.

Strong pasta

The tagliatelle Alfredo, seafood pasta and mushroom-truffle pasta all received specific praise for flavour and cooking.

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What to Eat at Massimo’s Italian Restaurant - City Walk

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Food 3

Gelato Net +9

“Just before leavimg grabbed a gelato as well and loved it.”
Lasagna Net +4

“The lasagna was layered to perfection — rich, hearty, and full of flavor — while the Margherita pizza had that perfect wood-fired crust with just the right balance of tomato, mozzarella, and basil.”
Tagliatelle alfredo Net +2

“One of the best Lasagnas out there. The pizzas also were very tasty. The tagliatelle alfredo was the best I have ever tasted, perfectly balanced, not very creamy and not very light. I was disappointed with the Tiramisu.”

Honorable mentions (24)

Tiramisu Net +1

“The food was great, the service staff were amazing, especially Imalka, she was very knowledgeable about the menu and asked what we would like and tailored the menu accordingly, very sweet and super friendly! The atmosphere was great, and the tiramisu was amazing! ❤️”
Alfredo pasta Net +1

“The Alfredo pasta tried was simply yum and exceeded expectations , but the pizza tried has a lot of room for improvement .”
Bolognese lasagna Net +1

“We tried the Bolognese lasagna and their pizza, and both were incredibly delicious—we loved everything.”
Chicken alfredo Net +1

“I ordered the lasagna (amazing!) and the chicken Alfredo, which was creamy, wholesome, and exactly what I needed that day.”
Diavola pizza Net +1

“Great Italian restaurant! Only tried the Diavola Pizza and that was a 10/10 ! Great taste and perfect !! Will go again to try other dishes ! Must mention it’s a bit noisy”
Frutti di mare pizza Net +1

“Delicious italian food. Great service. The lasagna is very yummy. We ordered frutti di mare pizza that was fresh and cooked well. Definitely will go there again 😍”
Gamberi aglio olio e peperoncino Net +1

“His suggestion to take the Gamberi Aglio Olio E Peperoncino and Pasta Tagliatelle Alfredo, paired with their Passion fruit lime sorbet drink, was just perfect! Was so caught up with devouring the dishes that I lost track of time for my flight!”
Gluten-free pasta Net +1

“The gluten-free pasta was absolutely amazing! A special thank you to Saurav for his excellent recommendations and for taking extra care to ensure that everything we ordered was completely gluten-free.”
Gluten-free pizza Net +1

“Their saffron risotto with shrimps and asparagus was yummy, and their gluten-free pizza was so good that we were definitely coming back ,pure perfection 👌 😋”
Lobster pasta Net +1

“The lobster pasta was a standout—fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.”
Margherita pizza Net +1

“The lasagna was layered to perfection — rich, hearty, and full of flavor — while the Margherita pizza had that perfect wood-fired crust with just the right balance of tomato, mozzarella, and basil.”
Molten cake Net +1

“The molten cake was decadent. Id prefer abit more cakeyness, there was but a thin layer acting as a mold with chocolate batter and ganache oozing out when spooned in. The cake was paired with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream, a mini cone and a crackle underneath.”
Papardelle with mushroom and truffle cream plate Net +1

“Got a papardelle with mushroom and truffle cream plate, strawberry mojito and gelato, and reallyyyy enjoyed everything!”
Parmigiana melanze Net +1

“We also tried a few other dishes, including parmigiana melanze, and everything was consistently good.”
Passion fruit lime sorbet drink Net +1

“His suggestion to take the Gamberi Aglio Olio E Peperoncino and Pasta Tagliatelle Alfredo, paired with their Passion fruit lime sorbet drink, was just perfect!”
Pumpkin soup Net +1

“We have tried pumpkin soup (3 out of 5) which was good but quite bland.”
Ravioli Net +1

“Ravioli is yummy even the eggplant dish.”
Ribeye Net +1

“Ribeye was fresh and cooked well for a restaurant that is not a steakhouse.”
Risotto with mushroom and truffle Net +1

“The risotto with mushroom and truffle were both outstanding—rich, flavorful, and cooked perfectly.”
Risotto with shrimp Net +1

“The risotto with shrimp was very tasty, perfectly cooked, and the saffron mixture gave it a rich and delicious flavor. Definitely one of the highlights of the meal.”
Saffron cake Net +1

“Saffron cake was top notch and the gelatos as well.”
Saffron risotto with shrimps and asparagus Net +1

“Their saffron risotto with shrimps and asparagus was yummy, and their gluten-free pizza was so good that we were definitely coming back ,pure perfection 👌 😋”
Seafood pasta Net +1

“Had the seafood pasta at Massimo's Italian Restaurant and it was excellent. The seafood was fresh, perfectly cooked, and generously portioned. The pasta was cooked al dente and coated in a flavorful sauce that complemented the seafood without overpowering it.”
Spinach and ricotta cheese ravioli Net +1

“Spinach and ricotta cheese ravioli were nice but not life changing.”

Drinks 2

Decaf flat white Net +1

“Stopped by for dessert and coffee. We were promptly seated and ordered a decaf flat white and molten cake. The molten cake was decadent. Id prefer abit more cakeyness, there was but a thin layer acting as a mold with chocolate batter and ganache oozing out when spooned in. The cake was paired with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream, a mini cone and a crackle underneath. Flat white was made to perfection.”
Strawberry mojito Net +1

“Got a papardelle with mushroom and truffle cream plate, strawberry mojito and gelato, and reallyyyy enjoyed everything!”

What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

Arrabiatta Net −1

“We had the seafood linguine, arrabiatta and grilled salmon. I’d say the 2 pasta dishes were okay, nothing to get excited about.”
Grilled salmon Net −1

“We had the seafood linguine, arrabiatta and grilled salmon. I’d say the 2 pasta dishes were okay, nothing to get excited about. The salmon was a let down, had a strong fishy taste not seasoned well enough.”
Seafood linguine Net −1

“We had the seafood linguine, arrabiatta and grilled salmon. I’d say the 2 pasta dishes were okay, nothing to get excited about.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Check parking. City Walk parking is free for a limited duration, then becomes paid, so check the time before settling in.

Confirm gluten-free. If gluten matters, confirm that every ordered dish is completely gluten-free before the kitchen starts preparing it.

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Practical details

City Walk 2 Unit B02

Al Wasl, Dubai

04 283 6577

Mon	11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Tue	11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Wed	11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Thu	11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Fri	11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Sat	11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Sun	11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

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Common Concerns

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Premium pricing

Several reviews consider Massimo’s more expensive than comparable Italian restaurants in Dubai.

Pasta inconsistency

One visit found two pasta dishes disappointing: one was too salty and the other remained undercooked after being redone.

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The Bottom Line

Massimo’s is a City Walk Italian restaurant worth considering for pasta, pizza and a relaxed meal that can still feel a little dressed up. Reviewers repeatedly mention the lasagna, chicken Alfredo, seafood pasta and mushroom-truffle dishes, while the gluten-free pasta and gluten-free pizza make the menu useful for diners avoiding wheat. Gelato is another clear draw, with praise for its flavours and fresh waffle cones.

The setting is spacious and generally described as comfortable, polished and welcoming. Outdoor tables were preferred by one reviewer over the awkwardly angled corner couches inside. Evening visits can be calm when the restaurant is quiet, though another diner found it noisy, so the atmosphere may vary.

Service is usually attentive and friendly, and reviewers often mention helpful menu guidance. There are a few reasons to manage expectations. Prices sit above some other Dubai Italian restaurants, although large portions can be shared.

Food is not perfectly consistent: one visit produced salty, undercooked pasta, and another reported a panouzzo missing several ingredients. City Walk parking is free only for a specific time duration before becoming paid, so keep an eye on the clock.