Chocolate Quality
Customers describe the chocolates as rich, distinctive and beautifully made, with truffles and cakes praised for freshness.
PIERRE MARCOLINI Dubai Mall of the Emirates
Al Barsha
Pierre Marcolini is a chocolate cafe at Mall of the Emirates in Al Barsha, with a polished setting for coffee, pastries and Belgian chocolate. Reviews especially point to the handmade ice cream and Chocolate Fondue as worthwhile treats, while the attentive service adds to the relaxed, luxurious feel.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
407 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Handmade Ice Cream
The handmade ice cream is a strong choice, especially the mango version, which one reviewer praised for its creamy texture and authentic flavour.
Coffee Pairings
Coffee works well with the sweets: reviews specifically praise the cortado, americano, espresso and croissants.
Chocolate Fondue
The Chocolate Fondue comes with fresh fruit and cookies, making it a shareable dessert rather than just a single chocolate piece.
Elegant Setting
The cafe has a chic, warm atmosphere with bronze and purple decor and enough seating for a relaxed mall break.
Welcoming Service
Multiple reviews describe the team as attentive, knowledgeable and accommodating, including proactive help when a drink did not suit a guest.
Gift Packaging
The elegant packaging is a useful extra if you are buying chocolates as a present.
Tips for a Better Visit
Scan First. You can scan the menu on the table or ask for the digital menu pad before choosing.
Choose Carefully. For a dependable sweet option, consider the chocolate or handmade ice cream; reviews were less consistent about individual cakes and some coffee drinks.
Check Water. If ordering large sparkling water, check the carbonation; one reviewer found it nearly flat and preferred the smaller bottle.
Expect Sweets. Come with a sweet tooth: the menu is weighted towards sweet options rather than savoury food.
Avoid Delivery Macarons. If macarons are your priority, consider eating them in the cafe rather than relying on delivery, which one reviewer found dry.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Mall of The Emirates - Sheikh Zayed Rd
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Caramel frappe
The caramel frappe was rated 7/10 in one visit, alongside Happy Forest Tea.
Macarons
Macarons are a recurring chocolate-counter favourite, though one delivery order was criticised for dryness.
Common Concerns
High Pricing
Some visitors felt the pricing was high relative to the experience, so it is better suited to an occasional treat than a casual coffee stop.
Delivery Macarons
One delivery order of macarons, particularly the pistachio one, was described as dry and biscuit-like.
Dessert Miss
A reviewer found one cake and sauce disappointing, describing the sauce as slimy despite the dessert looking attractive.
Seating Variety
One guest liked the venue but wanted more variety in the seating options.
Drink Inconsistency
Coffee feedback is not uniformly strong: one review found the caffe Vienna and cafe mocha disappointing, while another wanted the flat white and latte improved.
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The Bottom Line
Pierre Marcolini at Mall of the Emirates is aimed at chocolate-led breaks rather than a full meal. You can settle in with a cortado, americano or espresso, pair it with a croissant, or go properly indulgent with chocolates, cakes and ice cream. The Chocolate Fondue, served with fresh fruit and cookies, is a useful choice for sharing.
The setting is one of the cafe’s strengths. Reviews describe a chic, warm interior with bronze and purple details, ample sitting space and a peaceful atmosphere despite being inside the mall. The team is repeatedly described as welcoming and knowledgeable, with staff offering recommendations and alternatives when a drink does not work for you.
Quality is strongest around the chocolate and ice cream, including handmade mango ice cream and dark chocolate. Feedback on coffee and individual desserts is more mixed: some guests found the caffe Vienna, cafe mocha or a particular cake disappointing. Delivery macarons also received a poor review for being dry.
Pricing is regularly described as high, so this makes more sense as an occasional chocolate stop than an everyday coffee run. The menu is predominantly sweet, with limited savoury choices.