Turkish breakfast
The breakfast spread includes menemen, eggs with sucuk, cheeses, olives, jams, honey, fruit, yoghurt and warm bread.
OCCO Restaurant Dubai
Al Barsha
OCCO is an international-cuisine restaurant in Al Barsha where the stylish, spacious setting works for breakfast, dinner, or a relaxed shisha evening. Reviews especially point to the Turkish breakfast and smooth, long-lasting shisha, with an upstairs terrace and giant screen adding another reason to linger.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
2,151 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Smooth shisha
The grape-with-mint shisha was described as balanced, smooth and long-lasting, while the branded hookahs add a distinctive visual touch.
Stylish interior
The two-level design includes plenty of room for small and large groups, a drink bar and an open terrace upstairs.
Fresh sushi
Several diners found the sushi fresh and beautifully presented; one called the tempura sushi light and refreshing.
Attentive service
Reviews repeatedly describe staff as welcoming and attentive, with efficient ordering and no long waits in some visits.
Breakfast details
Presentation is a real part of the experience, from Turkish breakfast serving dishes to thoughtfully designed plates and cutlery.
Dessert standout
The Sebastian cheesecake was singled out as exceptionally creamy and rich after dinner.
What to Eat at OCCO Restaurant Dubai 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 OCCO Restaurant Dubai, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 OCCO Restaurant Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Breakfast tray Net +1
“The breakfast tray had a great variety: cheeses, olives, jams, honey, chocolate spread, fresh fruits, yogurt, and more. Everything tasted fresh and authentic.”
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Review excerpts
“The breakfast tray had a great variety: cheeses, olives, jams, honey, chocolate spread, fresh fruits, yogurt, and more. Everything tasted fresh and authentic.”February 2026
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Caesar salad Net +1
“On the culinary front, the kitchen delivers competent but not exceptional results. The edamame were decent, the Caesar salad was satisfying in terms of quality, while the hummus with meat was noticeably underwhelming in portion size relative to its price.”
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Review excerpts
“On the culinary front, the kitchen delivers competent but not exceptional results. The edamame were decent, the Caesar salad was satisfying in terms of quality, while the hummus with meat was noticeably underwhelming in portion size relative to its price.”March 2026
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Chicken 🍗 skewers Net +1
“Chicken 🍗 skewers is a absolute must They are super tender And they are melting in the mouth”
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“Chicken 🍗 skewers is a absolute must They are super tender And they are melting in the mouth”October 2025
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Creme brulle Net +1
“Creme brulle is a must as well It is French authentic recipe and so deliciously cooked”
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“Creme brulle is a must as well It is French authentic recipe and so deliciously cooked”October 2025
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Edamame Net +1
“On the culinary front, the kitchen delivers competent but not exceptional results. The edamame were decent, the Caesar salad was satisfying in terms of quality, while the hummus with meat was noticeably underwhelming in portion size relative to its price.”
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Review excerpts
“On the culinary front, the kitchen delivers competent but not exceptional results. The edamame were decent, the Caesar salad was satisfying in terms of quality, while the hummus with meat was noticeably underwhelming in portion size relative to its price.”March 2026
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Eggs with sucuk Net +1
“The eggs with sucuk were delicious and comforting, and the fresh bread was warm and soft – perfect for dipping.”
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“The eggs with sucuk were delicious and comforting, and the fresh bread was warm and soft – perfect for dipping.”February 2026
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Grilled chicken Net +1
“I tried the grilled chicken, which was delicious — tender chicken with a nice balance of flavors.”
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“I tried the grilled chicken, which was delicious — tender chicken with a nice balance of flavors.”December 2025
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Menemen Net +1
“The menemen was rich and flavorful, perfectly cooked with just the right balance of spices.”
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Review excerpts
“The menemen was rich and flavorful, perfectly cooked with just the right balance of spices.”February 2026
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Sebastian cheesecake Net +1
“The highlight was definitely the Sebastian cheesecake — incredibly creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious.”
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“The highlight was definitely the Sebastian cheesecake — incredibly creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious.”March 2026
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Shakshuka Net +1
“Shakshuka was amazing😋”
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“Shakshuka was amazing😋”December 2025
Honorable mentions (3)
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Tempura sushi Net +1
“The main course was tempura sushi — light and refreshing.”
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Review excerpts
“The main course was tempura sushi — light and refreshing.”March 2026
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Turkish breakfast board Net +1
“Went to Occo for their Turkish breakfast board and it was honestly one of the best I’ve had in Dubai. Everything was super fresh, full of flavor, and the presentation was on point.”
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Review excerpts
“Went to Occo for their Turkish breakfast board and it was honestly one of the best I’ve had in Dubai. Everything was super fresh, full of flavor, and the presentation was on point.”November 2025
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Turkish-style breakfast Net +1
“We ordered the Turkish-style breakfast and they were incredibly generous with the portions. We literally had every type of breakfast you can imagine, and everything tasted amazing.”
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Review excerpts
“We ordered the Turkish-style breakfast and they were incredibly generous with the portions. We literally had every type of breakfast you can imagine, and everything tasted amazing.”February 2026
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Authentic turkish tea Net +1
“We paired it with **authentic Turkish tea**, which was warm, fragrant, and the perfect touch after dinner.”
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Review excerpts
“We paired it with **authentic Turkish tea**, which was warm, fragrant, and the perfect touch after dinner.”March 2026
What to Avoid (1)
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Hummus with meat Net −1
“On the culinary front, the kitchen delivers competent but not exceptional results. The edamame were decent, the Caesar salad was satisfying in terms of quality, while the hummus with meat was noticeably underwhelming in portion size relative to its price.”
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Critical review excerpts
“On the culinary front, the kitchen delivers competent but not exceptional results. The edamame were decent, the Caesar salad was satisfying in terms of quality, while the hummus with meat was noticeably underwhelming in portion size relative to its price.”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Try breakfast. Go for the Turkish breakfast if you want variety: it includes warm bread, eggs, cheeses, olives and sweet accompaniments.
Order grape berry. For shisha, grape berry is a well-supported pick; reviewers describe it as tasty, smooth and lasting through a long stay.
Use the terrace. Ask for the upstairs terrace if you want open-air seating and a giant screen, particularly for a sports-focused evening.
Check parking. Confirm parking arrangements before arriving by car: one review mentions paid RTA parking nearby, while another reports a long walk.
Confirm cards. Ask which cards are currently accepted before ordering, as one guest reported that American Express and Visa were unavailable.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Hessa St
Al Barsha Third - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Premium pricing
One detailed review found the menu premium-priced and said the hummus with meat felt small for its cost.
Parking distance
A visitor reported no valet and a lengthy walk from the nearest available parking, which can be uncomfortable in Dubai’s heat.
Poor signage
The upper floor’s restrooms were reportedly hard to find and lacked clear gents’ and ladies’ labels.
Payment limits
One guest said American Express and Visa were not accepted during the visit and alternatives were not clearly resolved.
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The Bottom Line
OCCO is a large, design-led international-cuisine restaurant in Al Barsha that doubles as a relaxed shisha lounge. The strongest reasons to visit are the Turkish breakfast, fresh sushi and carefully presented desserts, while the upstairs terrace gives the venue more room for lingering than a standard dining room. It suits a catch-up with friends, a business meal or a dinner where shisha matters as much as the food.
Breakfast receives especially specific praise. The Turkish spread can include menemen, eggs with sucuk, cheeses, olives, jams, honey, fruit, yoghurt and warm bread; another review mentions unlimited tea. For evening visits, grape with mint and grape berry shisha were described as smooth and long-lasting.
Sushi diners praised the freshness, and the tempura sushi was called light and refreshing. The Sebastian cheesecake is another clear dessert pick. There are practical caveats.
One detailed review found premium pricing, a small hummus-with-meat portion and disappointing card acceptance, with neither American Express nor Visa working. Parking reports also differ: one guest found paid RTA parking nearby, while another reported no valet and a lengthy walk. Ask about both parking and payment before settling in, and check the upstairs restroom signage once you arrive.