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The 31st-floor setting gives diners a striking bird’s-eye view across Dubai.
Mosaica Restaurant & Catering
Downtown Dubai
Mosaica is a kosher restaurant in Downtown Dubai, set on the 31st floor with sweeping city views. Customers come for upscale dining, including sushi, steaks and prepared Shabbat dinner, though service and dish quality can vary between visits.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
667 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Shabbat Dinner
The delivered Shabbat dinner stood out for fresh challah, perfectly cooked salmon and excellent shakshuka.
Kosher Variety
Reviews describe a varied kosher menu with fresh, flavorful dishes rather than only a few dependable staples.
Elegant Ambiance
The restaurant’s warm, elegant atmosphere works for dates, family dinners and special occasions.
Meat Dishes
Steak, schnitzel and beef dishes receive strong praise, including one steak described as done to perfection.
Takeaway
Takeaway and a Shabbat menu give customers options beyond dining in.
What to Eat at Mosaica Restaurant & Catering 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 Mosaica Restaurant & Catering, 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.
These items at Mosaica Restaurant & Catering got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Couscous Net +2
“I ordered a dish with couscous and fish, and it exceeded all my expectations. The couscous was perfectly cooked, and the fish was tender and flavorful, accompanied by a wonderful vegetable garnish.”
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Review excerpts
“I ordered a dish with couscous and fish, and it exceeded all my expectations. The couscous was perfectly cooked, and the fish was tender and flavorful, accompanied by a wonderful vegetable garnish.”March 2025
“thanks to chef Rachid, we had the couscous, an absolute delight. I highly recommend it!!”November 2024
Honorable mentions (10)
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Schnitzel Net +1
“Service is exceptional, food is beautifully presented, and delicious. I've had the salt baked coated fish, the steak, the schnitzel and the smash burger, which is one of the best kosher burgers I've had.”
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“Service is exceptional, food is beautifully presented, and delicious. I've had the salt baked coated fish, the steak, the schnitzel and the smash burger, which is one of the best kosher burgers I've had.”April 2025
“We came twice first time we ordered the chicken kabobs second time the shnitzel both were very good.”December 2024
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Business lunch Net +1
“The restaurant provides a kosher dining experience and features a business lunch priced at AED 120, including a starter, main course, and dessert, though beverages are not included. I found the meal quite tasty and reasonably priced.”
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“The restaurant provides a kosher dining experience and features a business lunch priced at AED 120, including a starter, main course, and dessert, though beverages are not included. I found the meal quite tasty and reasonably priced.”February 2025
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Ceviche Net +1
“Delicious food at a good price .Business lunch.Skewers ceviche vanilla dessert bread service all wonderful”
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“Delicious food at a good price .Business lunch.Skewers ceviche vanilla dessert bread service all wonderful”March 2025
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Challah Net +1
“The challah was fresh and flavorful, the salmon was perfectly cooked, the shakshuka was outstanding.”
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Review excerpts
“The challah was fresh and flavorful, the salmon was perfectly cooked, the shakshuka was outstanding.”June 2026
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Chicken kabobs Net +1
“We came twice first time we ordered the chicken kabobs second time the shnitzel both were very good.”
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“We came twice first time we ordered the chicken kabobs second time the shnitzel both were very good.”December 2024
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Ribeye steak Net +1
“Beautiful restaurant, ribeye steak was great along with the carrots. The old fashioned cocktail was made very well too. Friendly and attentive staff! Love that they have takeaway and Shabbat menu”
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“Beautiful restaurant, ribeye steak was great along with the carrots. The old fashioned cocktail was made very well too. Friendly and attentive staff! Love that they have takeaway and Shabbat menu”June 2025
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Salmon Net +1
“The challah was fresh and flavorful, the salmon was perfectly cooked, the shakshuka was outstanding.”
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“The challah was fresh and flavorful, the salmon was perfectly cooked, the shakshuka was outstanding.”June 2026
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Salt baked coated fish Net +1
“Service is exceptional, food is beautifully presented, and delicious. I've had the salt baked coated fish, the steak, the schnitzel and the smash burger, which is one of the best kosher burgers I've had.”
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Review excerpts
“Service is exceptional, food is beautifully presented, and delicious. I've had the salt baked coated fish, the steak, the schnitzel and the smash burger, which is one of the best kosher burgers I've had.”April 2025
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Shakshuka Net +1
“The challah was fresh and flavorful, the salmon was perfectly cooked, the shakshuka was outstanding.”
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Review excerpts
“The challah was fresh and flavorful, the salmon was perfectly cooked, the shakshuka was outstanding.”June 2026
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Smash burger Net +1
“Service is exceptional, food is beautifully presented, and delicious. I've had the salt baked coated fish, the steak, the schnitzel and the smash burger, which is one of the best kosher burgers I've had.”
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Review excerpts
“Service is exceptional, food is beautifully presented, and delicious. I've had the salt baked coated fish, the steak, the schnitzel and the smash burger, which is one of the best kosher burgers I've had.”April 2025
Drinks 2
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Long island iced tea Net +1
“The standout was the expertly crafted drink, especially when I requested a custom Long Island iced tea (not on the menu) without ice and a cocktail on the side.”
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Review excerpts
“The standout was the expertly crafted drink, especially when I requested a custom Long Island iced tea (not on the menu) without ice and a cocktail on the side.”March 2024
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Old fashioned cocktail Net +1
“Beautiful restaurant, ribeye steak was great along with the carrots. The old fashioned cocktail was made very well too. Friendly and attentive staff! Love that they have takeaway and Shabbat menu”
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Review excerpts
“Beautiful restaurant, ribeye steak was great along with the carrots. The old fashioned cocktail was made very well too. Friendly and attentive staff! Love that they have takeaway and Shabbat menu”June 2025
What to Avoid (4)
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Burger Net −1
“Chef was adamant that the burger must be well done - it was very dry.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Chef was adamant that the burger must be well done - it was very dry.”March 2026
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Double burger Net −1
“I ordered a double burger and fries online from this restaurant. The burger was tasteless and super dry — I could barely swallow it — and there was an overwhelming amount of fake cheese that ruined any flavor.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered a double burger and fries online from this restaurant. The burger was tasteless and super dry — I could barely swallow it — and there was an overwhelming amount of fake cheese that ruined any flavor.”December 2025
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Hamburger Net −1
“Hamburger is over spiced, quality of meat is poor, and an absolute joke compared to the price.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Hamburger is over spiced, quality of meat is poor, and an absolute joke compared to the price.”February 2026
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Mini burger Net −1
“for the kids menu we got a mini burger at the price of a large hamburger. It's a shame to put a little extra bread and a little extra minced meat won't bring back the money.”
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Critical review excerpts
“for the kids menu we got a mini burger at the price of a large hamburger. It's a shame to put a little extra bread and a little extra minced meat won't bring back the money.”August 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Plan Parking. Use the garage across from the Sofitel, then enter the Sofitel and take the elevator to the 31st floor.
Check Availability. Confirm steak availability before ordering; one guest learned after an hour that the ribeye was unavailable.
Try Shabbat. For Friday-night dining at home, consider the delivered Shabbat dinner, especially the salmon and shakshuka.
Compare Lunch. Ask about the business lunch if you want a set meal: it was reported at AED 120, excluding beverages.
Skip Burgers. If ordering online, consider avoiding the burger and fries; one customer found both dry and the fries burnt.
Allow Time. Build in extra time during busy periods, as one diner waited five to ten minutes just to be seated.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sofitel Downtown - 31st Floor
Burj Khalifa, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Service Delays
One diner waited an hour before learning the ordered ribeye was unavailable, suggesting service can be slow at busy times.
Inconsistent Food
Some visits report greasy schnitzel, undercooked sushi rice and dry burgers, so execution is not consistently reliable.
Menu Knowledge
A review says waiters repeatedly had to check basic menu questions instead of answering directly.
Dirty Windows
The views are a draw, but one diner specifically complained that the windows were filthy.
High Pricing
A reviewer considered the restaurant pricey, while another called the burger poor value for its price.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 120
business lunch
“The restaurant provides a kosher dining experience and features a business lunch priced at AED 120, including a starter, main course, and dessert, though beverages are not included”Google review · February 2025
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The Bottom Line
Mosaica is a kosher restaurant in Downtown Dubai on the 31st floor, where the skyline is a major part of the experience. You can dine in, order dishes such as sushi, steak or schnitzel, or arrange a prepared Shabbat dinner. The setting is warm and polished enough for a date, family meal or special occasion, and several reviews praise the presentation and fresh flavours.
The strongest food-specific feedback is mixed but encouraging. Shabbat delivery earned especially good comments for its fresh challah, salmon and shakshuka. Steak and beef dishes are often praised, while sushi has both enthusiastic fans and a complaint about undercooked rice and over-seasoned seasoning.
The smash burger also divides opinion: one reviewer called it excellent, while others found burgers dry, over-spiced or poor value. Service appears to depend heavily on the visit. Many guests describe attentive staff, but others report unanswered menu questions, long waits and a ribeye that was unavailable only after an hour.
The view can be impressive, although one diner found the windows filthy, and nearby construction was reported as a possible distraction. Finding the entrance is not completely intuitive: park across from the Sofitel, enter it and take the lift to the 31st floor. A reported business lunch costs AED 120 for starter, main and dessert, with drinks extra.