Specialty coffee
The flat white is a standout, with one reviewer calling it the best they had ever tried.
moto rauch & staub
Al Quoz
Möto Rauch & Staub is an Al Quoz cafe built around specialty coffee, German-influenced food and a striking motorcycle-and-rock setting. You can come for a flat white or burger, work among the vintage details, and find a traditional barber shop upstairs.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
386 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Distinctive food
Reviews single out the burgers, steak, German sausages, Farmer's Breakfast and salmon pizza.
Handmade decor
The owner-made interior combines wooden styling, old-century details, motorcycles and rock memorabilia.
Live music
The venue has hosted live rock music, amateur and professional musicians, and impromptu audience performances.
Work-friendly
Several workstations have laptop connections, and one reviewer said calls were comfortable there.
Barber shop
A traditional barber shop operates upstairs, making the cafe more than a coffee-and-food stop.
Friendly staff
Multiple reviews describe the staff as welcoming, helpful and easy to talk to.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check timing. Check the cafe's status and avoid crowded periods if you want a calmer visit.
Plan parking. Allow time to find a space nearby; RTA parking is available, with payment made online or by SMS.
Order first. Go to the cashier to place your order, although payment can be made from the table.
Try coffee. For a first coffee order, consider the flat white or the macchiato double espresso mentioned by regulars.
Bring work. If you need somewhere to work, bring your laptop: reviewers mention multiple workstations and the ability to take calls.
Check age rule. One 2020 review reported that children aged 10 and below were not allowed, so confirm the current policy before bringing younger children.
Plan the visit
Practical details
4b Street Warehouse number 3 Opposite Office One Middle of the alleyway
Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
BBQ grilled beef burger
The BBQ grilled beef burger is one of the specifically recommended main dishes.
pull beef burger
The pull beef burger is another burger option praised in the dining reviews.
macchiato double espresso
The macchiato double espresso was a personal favourite for one reviewer.
Common Concerns
Parking friction
Parking can be difficult in the industrial area, and reviewers say you may need to park farther away.
Counter ordering
At least one review says customers need to order at the cashier rather than receiving full table ordering.
No alcohol
A reviewer specifically noted that the cafe does not serve alcohol.
Service complaints
A few reviews report rude treatment, including being asked to order food or leave after spending time with drinks.
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The Bottom Line
Möto Rauch & Staub is an Al Quoz cafe for people who want more than a standard coffee stop. You can order specialty coffee, burgers, German-style dishes or breakfast, then settle into a handmade motorcycle-and-rock setting. The upstairs barber shop and motorcycle workshop add genuine reasons to visit beyond eating.
Coffee is one of the strongest themes in the reviews: the flat white, macchiato double espresso, Americano and maple cold brew all receive specific praise. Food feedback is also strongest around the steak, burgers, German sausages, Farmer's Breakfast, salmon pizza and brownies. One reviewer called the cheesecake their best ever.
The atmosphere is the main draw. Vintage props, old-century decor, bikes, live rock music and workstations make it suitable for a relaxed coffee, informal meeting or laptop session. Indoor and outdoor seating are both mentioned, and several reviewers describe the staff as welcoming.
Plan for industrial-area parking and possible counter ordering. Alcohol is not served. There are also isolated but clear complaints about rude treatment and being asked to order food or leave after lingering with drinks, so expectations around service may vary.