Fresh toppings
Several reviews mention fresh pizza, generous toppings and a good-tasting crust, including the Spicy Chicken Ranch.
Papa Johns - Al Ghurair Center
Deira
Papa Johns in Deira is a pizza take-out and delivery branch with classic and specialty pizzas alongside sides and desserts. Reviews make the ranch pizzas, Spicy Chicken Ranch and late-night croissant pizza stand out, while dine-in experiences depend heavily on timing and current operating arrangements.
Reputation Score
3.8
★★★★☆
714 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Ranch range
The Ranch Range and Spicy Chicken Ranch receive especially enthusiastic feedback, with ranch sauce also praised for its creamy flavour.
Helpful app
The app supports online ordering and gives points that can be used toward rewards.
Friendly staff
Multiple dine-in reviews describe staff as approachable and accommodating, including during busy family and Ramadan visits.
Late option
A Saturday visit around 1am had very little waiting, and staff suggested a menu deal while the customer tried the croissant pizza.
Tips for a Better Visit
Visit off-peak. Allow extra time during busy hours; one review says the wait can be long, while a 1am visit had very little waiting.
Check extras. If ordering Papadias, confirm that any extra dips are packed before leaving or accepting delivery.
Use the app. Check the app before ordering: one customer found it helpful for collecting reward points and another found app deals.
Confirm hours. Check the branch’s current hours and dine-in status before travelling; one late-night customer found takeaway only despite Google information.
Choose deals. Look for promotions rather than ordering at full price; reviews specifically recommend deals for better value.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Ghurair Centre 7889+P3H Deira - Al Rigga Rd
Al Muraqqabat - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 1:45 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 1:45 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 1:45 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 1:45 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 2:45 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 2:45 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 1:45 AM |
Popular Mentions
SuperPapa
SuperPapa is singled out as one of the branch’s strongest pizza choices.
garlic butter dipping sauce
The garlic butter dipping sauce is a personal favourite for one frequent customer and is ordered every time.
cheese jalapeno bites
Cheese jalapeno bites were tried alongside the croissants pizza during a late-night visit.
Common Concerns
Long waits
Dine-in service can be slow when busy, with one customer waiting from 9:50pm until 11:19pm for a pizza meal.
Missing items
Delivery orders sometimes arrive without extras, especially dips added to Papadias orders.
Cold delivery
Some delivery orders have taken close to an hour, leaving the pizza cold or not hot enough on arrival.
Hot dining room
Reviews repeatedly report poor air conditioning, including a late-night visit when only one unit was working.
Inconsistent food
Food quality varies: reviews mention burnt pasta, cold wedges, dry crust and less cheese than expected.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 128/-
four pizzas
“Four pizzas for the price of AED 128/- (exclusive of delivery/service fee) seems like a fairly delicious deal”Google review · September 2022
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The Bottom Line
Papa Johns in Deira is a take-out and delivery spot for classic and specialty pizzas, with dine-in seating as well. The strongest reasons to consider it are the pizzas themselves and the range of ranch-led options: customers praise the Ranch Range, Spicy Chicken Ranch and SuperPapa, while another late-night visitor enjoyed the croissant pizza as a change from the usual menu. The app is useful for online ordering and reward points, and customer reviews also highlight recurring promotions.
A Ramadan all-you-can-eat offer and a four-pizza deal were both described as good value, though prices and promotions may change. Garlic butter dipping sauce, spicy pepperoni rolls and potato wedges also get individual mentions, while opinions on the chicken wings are noticeably mixed. Timing matters.
Busy dine-in periods can bring long waits, and delivery has occasionally taken close to an hour, resulting in cold pizza. Packaging and missing extras—especially Papadias dips—are worth checking. The dining room’s air conditioning has also been criticised, with one late-night customer saying only one unit was working.
Finally, confirm current opening and dine-in hours before making the trip: a review reported takeaway-only service at 12:40am despite conflicting Google information.