Leafy setting
The greenery, water features and peaceful garden atmosphere create a genuine break from Dubai’s usual bustle.
NETTE - Al Barari
Majan
NETTE is a French-Japanese café-restaurant set within Seventh Heaven, in Al Barari, with a leafy, calm setting for breakfast, lunch, coffee or a relaxed outdoor sit-down. Reviews point to the Crème Brûlée Pancake and ramen as standout orders, while the greenery-heavy atmosphere is a major reason to linger.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
110 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Signature pancake
The Crème Brûlée Pancake is repeatedly praised for its fluffy texture, caramelised top and generous portion.
Strong ramen
Ramen is another standout, with one customer calling it the best they had tasted and a memorable hangover meal.
Good coffee
Coffee is consistently regarded as a strength, including rich, smooth coffee and well-liked matcha drinks.
Work-friendly
The calm space, coffee and laptop-friendly atmosphere make it suitable for working or a quiet catch-up.
Outdoor seating
Indoor and outdoor seating let you choose between the designed interior and the garden setting.
Generous portions
Several reviews describe the portions as good for sharing, which helps the value when ordering breakfast.
What to Eat at NETTE - Al Barari 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 NETTE - Al Barari, 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 NETTE - Al Barari got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 7
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Crème brûlée pancake Net +4
“The Crème Brûlée Pancake was absolutely delicious—fluffy, rich, and perfectly caramelized.”
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Review excerpts
“The Crème Brûlée Pancake was absolutely delicious—fluffy, rich, and perfectly caramelized.”July 2026
“The place is very beautiful, the food is delicious, I tried the crème brûlée pancakes and I highly recommend it, the service is excellent. It's definitely a must-visit if you're in Dubai. The cafe is near Global Village.”November 2025
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Ramen Net +2
“OMG the Ramen here is amazing! Just the most unique flavors and unequivocally the BEST hangover meal you can imagine🔥🔥🔥”
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“OMG the Ramen here is amazing! Just the most unique flavors and unequivocally the BEST hangover meal you can imagine🔥🔥🔥”August 2025
“The best ramen I have ever tasted in my entire life. Also the Cheesecake is an absolute banger.”July 2026
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Buttermilk brulee pancakes Net +1
“I liked the buttermilk brulee pancakes. The avocado toast was not much impressive.”
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“I liked the buttermilk brulee pancakes. The avocado toast was not much impressive.”April 2025
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Cheesecake Net +1
“The best ramen I have ever tasted in my entire life. Also the Cheesecake is an absolute banger.”
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“The best ramen I have ever tasted in my entire life. Also the Cheesecake is an absolute banger.”July 2026
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Chilli prawns Net +1
“Service was amazing throughout our time there. The staff were full of joy and good vibes. The location is also lovely, being surrounded by all the greenery. My wife and I loved the chilli prawns. The Katsu chicken could have done with some more flavour. My only wish is that I ordered 2 crème brûlée pancakes because it was absolutely delicious!”
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Review excerpts
“Service was amazing throughout our time there. The staff were full of joy and good vibes. The location is also lovely, being surrounded by all the greenery. My wife and I loved the chilli prawns. The Katsu chicken could have done with some more flavour. My only wish is that I ordered 2 crème brûlée pancakes because it was absolutely delicious!”November 2025
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Japanese crème brûlée with buttermilk Net +1
“Now the food, I ordered the Japanese crème brûlée with buttermilk and wow… it was soft, thick, not overly sweet, and beautifully paired with burnt cassava and custard. Visually, it was stunning — the fruits on the side gave it a vibrant, fresh look.”
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Review excerpts
“Now the food, I ordered the Japanese crème brûlée with buttermilk and wow… it was soft, thick, not overly sweet, and beautifully paired with burnt cassava and custard. Visually, it was stunning — the fruits on the side gave it a vibrant, fresh look.”July 2025
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Katsu beef burger Net +1
“Loved the place! Got their Katsu beef burger , the food was excellent , their ice tea succulent.”
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“Loved the place! Got their Katsu beef burger , the food was excellent , their ice tea succulent.”January 2026
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Matcha Net +3
“Loved the place, the matcha is so good and the service is amazing.”
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Review excerpts
“Loved the place, the matcha is so good and the service is amazing.”December 2025
“I’ve been here several times before just for matcha and was always very happy, which makes today’s experience even more disappointing.”February 2026
Honorable mentions (5)
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Cafe latte Net +1
“💯 From the service of the staffs, to the cafe latte/matcha, and meal breakfast options served with a beautiful presentation portions are good for sharing and of course it was very delicious! A must try in Al Barari 😋👍🏻”
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Review excerpts
“💯 From the service of the staffs, to the cafe latte/matcha, and meal breakfast options served with a beautiful presentation portions are good for sharing and of course it was very delicious! A must try in Al Barari 😋👍🏻”January 2026
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Decaf spanish latte Net +1
“Paired it with a decaf Spanish latte that hit all the right notes.”
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Review excerpts
“Paired it with a decaf Spanish latte that hit all the right notes.”July 2025
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Hot matcha latte Net +1
“Hot matcha latte and the crème brûlée pancakes were delicious.”
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“Hot matcha latte and the crème brûlée pancakes were delicious.”December 2025
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Ice tea Net +1
“Loved the place! Got their Katsu beef burger , the food was excellent , their ice tea succulent.”
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“Loved the place! Got their Katsu beef burger , the food was excellent , their ice tea succulent.”January 2026
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Matcha bowls Net +1
“The menu is thoughtful and nourishing with dishes like matcha bowls and French‑Japanese fusion plates. Everything tastes fresh and feels made with care ”
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“The menu is thoughtful and nourishing with dishes like matcha bowls and French‑Japanese fusion plates. Everything tastes fresh and feels made with care ”June 2025
What to Avoid (6)
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Avocado toast Net −1
“The avocado toast was also not to my taste at all – it was extremely creamy and mostly avocado cream, which I’ve never experienced like this before. I could only eat about half of it.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The avocado toast was also not to my taste at all – it was extremely creamy and mostly avocado cream, which I’ve never experienced like this before. I could only eat about half of it.”February 2026
“I liked the buttermilk brulee pancakes. The avocado toast was not much impressive.”April 2025
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Affogato Net −1
“My experience was disappointing. The Yuzu Avocado Toast was overloaded with avocado cream to an excessive degree, and the side egg (add on) had an unpleasant smell. As for the affogato, instead of the classic espresso shot over a small scoop of ice cream, I received a huge portion of bland ice cream with bad espresso. For me, it was overpriced, overrated, and not worth the experience.”
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Critical review excerpts
“My experience was disappointing. The Yuzu Avocado Toast was overloaded with avocado cream to an excessive degree, and the side egg (add on) had an unpleasant smell. As for the affogato, instead of the classic espresso shot over a small scoop of ice cream, I received a huge portion of bland ice cream with bad espresso. For me, it was overpriced, overrated, and not worth the experience.”May 2026
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Katsu chicken Net −1
“Service was amazing throughout our time there. The staff were full of joy and good vibes. The location is also lovely, being surrounded by all the greenery. My wife and I loved the chilli prawns. The Katsu chicken could have done with some more flavour. My only wish is that I ordered 2 crème brûlée pancakes because it was absolutely delicious!”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Service was amazing throughout our time there. The staff were full of joy and good vibes. The location is also lovely, being surrounded by all the greenery. My wife and I loved the chilli prawns. The Katsu chicken could have done with some more flavour. My only wish is that I ordered 2 crème brûlée pancakes because it was absolutely delicious!”November 2025
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Oatmeall Net −1
“Plats are kuch less than on the picture. Very dissapoiting. Less berrys Less oatmeall. Very bad.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Plats are kuch less than on the picture. Very dissapoiting. Less berrys Less oatmeall. Very bad.”May 2025
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Yuzu avocado toast Net −1
“My experience was disappointing. The Yuzu Avocado Toast was overloaded with avocado cream to an excessive degree, and the side egg (add on) had an unpleasant smell. As for the affogato, instead of the classic espresso shot over a small scoop of ice cream, I received a huge portion of bland ice cream with bad espresso. For me, it was overpriced, overrated, and not worth the experience.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“My experience was disappointing. The Yuzu Avocado Toast was overloaded with avocado cream to an excessive degree, and the side egg (add on) had an unpleasant smell. As for the affogato, instead of the classic espresso shot over a small scoop of ice cream, I received a huge portion of bland ice cream with bad espresso. For me, it was overpriced, overrated, and not worth the experience.”May 2026
Drinks 1
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A spanish latte Net −1
“Food was alright. I ordered a Spanish latte, and suffice to say, I have had better Spanish lattes in the past.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Food was alright. I ordered a Spanish latte, and suffice to say, I have had better Spanish lattes in the past.”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Arrive early. Visit early on weekends, when the café can become busy and seating may be harder to find.
Check seating. If you need air conditioning, plan ahead: many tables may be occupied by people working on laptops.
Try outdoors. For a garden-style visit, choose outdoor seating in cooler weather, when the breeze makes lingering more comfortable.
Check accessibility. Guests needing step-free access or nearby disabled parking should confirm arrangements before visiting.
Allow time. Build in extra time for food or dessert, especially if your schedule is tight or the restaurant is busy.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Office Restaurants & Retail 3 Lower Ground (LG) Level - Seventh Heaven, Accessible via stairs or elevator
Wadi Al Safa 3 - Al Barari, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Uneven service
Service ranges from attentive to inattentive, with guests sometimes needing to call staff repeatedly to order or get a menu.
Order mistakes
One visit involved the wrong drink, side and egg consistency despite the order being written down.
Avocado-heavy
The Yuzu Avocado Toast has been criticised for being dominated by an excessive amount of avocado cream.
Slow preparation
Desserts and meals can take longer than expected; one dessert took about 25 minutes in a quiet restaurant.
Limited vegetarian mains
Vegetarian and vegan diners may find the main-course selection restrictive, with eggplant reportedly the only vegetarian main.
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The Bottom Line
NETTE is a French-Japanese café-restaurant in Al Barari, set among greenery and designed for slow breakfasts, coffee meetings, lunch and relaxed outdoor visits. The Crème Brûlée Pancake is the clearest crowd-pleaser: reviews describe it as fluffy, rich and caramelised, with portions generous enough to share. Ramen, cheesecake and the Katsu beef burger also receive specific praise.
The setting is the main draw beyond the food. Wide windows, garden views, water features and a calm atmosphere make it feel removed from the city, while several customers use the café for laptop work or quiet catch-ups. Indoor and outdoor seating are available, and parking was described as easy by one reviewer.
Service is less consistent. Some guests found the team warm and attentive, but others had to call repeatedly for menus or orders, received food before drinks, or dealt with incorrect items. Preparation can also be slow.
The Yuzu Avocado Toast has divided opinion, and vegetarian or vegan diners should note the reported lack of substantial meat-free mains beyond eggplant. Weekend mornings can get busy, so arriving early is sensible. If accessibility matters, check first: one review says there is no ramp or disabled parking near the entrance.
Price feedback is mixed, with some calling it good value and others finding it expensive for the experience.