Belgian Waffles
Waffles are praised for being crisp outside, fluffy inside and fresh enough to pair well with ice cream.
Paul's Creamery
Al Barsha
Paul's Creamery is an Al Barsha dessert spot centred on creamy in-house ice creams and Belgian waffles. Customers especially return for combinations such as the Cloud 9 waffle with ice cream, plus a cosy setting with friendly service and WiFi.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
144 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Cloud 9
The Cloud 9 waffle comes with ice cream and was large enough for three people to share.
House Flavours
Customers highlight distinctive in-house flavours including Chocolate Nirvana, Ferrero Rocher and walnut-raisin.
Helpful Staff
Staff have offered plenty of testers to help indecisive customers choose a flavour.
Cosy Setting
The space is described as cosy, spacious and suitable for spending time with friends or family.
Work Friendly
WiFi and a peaceful ambience make it workable for a coffee or dessert break.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Bill. If you change fruit or ice cream, ask whether it costs extra and check the bill before paying.
Allow Time. Give the waffle time to be prepared rather than expecting an instant dessert.
Try Samples. If you are unsure about flavours, ask for testers; staff have provided several to help guests choose.
Plan Parking. Allow extra time to find a space, as parking was specifically mentioned as a drawback in Barsha.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha - Dubai
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Rocher Ferraro waffle
The Rocher Ferraro waffle is praised for its fresh texture and crisp finish.
Salted Carmel brownie
The salted Carmel brownie is described as gooey and especially rich with extra dark chocolate and Ferrero Rocher ice cream.
Chocolate Almond Mud Cake icecream
Chocolate Almond Mud Cake icecream is highlighted as a favourite by one regular customer.
Biscoff and Caramel waffles
The Biscoff and Caramel waffles received enthusiastic praise from a dessert-focused visit.
Common Concerns
Extra Charges
A customer was charged AED 5 per waffle for a fruit change without being told beforehand.
Parking
Finding parking can be difficult in Al Barsha, according to one review.
Warm Shake
One brownie milkshake was thick but not cold enough to drink comfortably.
Fruit Topping
A fruity waffle disappointed one customer with mostly banana and very few kiwis instead of berries.
Classic Waffle
The classic waffle received less favourable feedback than the Cloud 9 option.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
10 Aed
single scoops
“Single scoops at just 10 Aed”Google review · July 2023
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The Bottom Line
Paul's Creamery is an Al Barsha dessert stop built around creamy in-house ice cream and Belgian waffles. The clearest draw is the waffle-and-scoop pairing: Cloud 9 arrives with ice cream, while the Rocher Ferraro waffle is praised for being fresh and crisp without losing softness. It is also a useful place to settle in, with cosy decor, ample space and WiFi mentioned by customers.
” Chocolate Nirvana, Chocolate Almond Mud Cake, Ferrero Rocher, pistachio and walnut-raisin are among the flavours reviewers singled out. Brownie fans can look at the salted caramel brownie with extra dark chocolate and Ferrero Rocher ice cream; one review describes the brownie as gooey. Waffles are generally described as crisp outside and fluffy inside, though one customer found the classic waffle less impressive.
Service is a strong part of the experience: staff have offered testers to indecisive guests and adjusted a waffle to make it crispier. Portions can be shareable; three people shared one Cloud 9, although one reviewer said a single person could finish it. Check the bill if you customise fruit or ice cream.
One customer was charged AED 5 per waffle for a fruit change without being told beforehand. Parking can also be difficult in Al Barsha, so factor that into your visit.