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Reviews describe the food as fresh, healthy and satisfying, including sandwiches and salads.
Pret A Manger
Al Garhoud
Pret A Manger is a counter-serve cafe in Al Garhoud for ready-made sandwiches, breakfast items, coffee, soups and salads. Reviews make it a useful airport stop for fresh food and drinks, with particular praise for the Spanish latte, croissants and friendly service before a flight.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
325 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Vegan range
The menu has several vegan choices, including a chef’s special vegan sandwich, vegan Biscoff dessert, oat milk matcha and a vanilla donut.
Good coffee
Coffee is repeatedly praised, with the Spanish latte described as smooth, creamy and not too sweet.
Relaxing space
One airport review mentions nice chairs and plenty of space to rest before a flight.
Improved ambience
A returning customer said the ambience had improved, while also enjoying the croissants and coffee.
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask about vegan. If you avoid animal products, ask what is available: one review found a chef’s special vegan sandwich, vegan Biscoff dessert and oat milk matcha.
Request favourites. If a preferred sandwich is not on display, ask whether it can be prepared; one customer received a crayfish sandwich made on the spot.
Try Spanish latte. For a sweeter coffee, consider the Spanish latte; one review found it smooth, creamy and balanced by condensed milk.
Check your drink. Because drink quality reviews vary, check the flavour before leaving; one customer could not finish an almond latte.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Terminal 1, Concourse D, Airport Road
Dubai Int'l Airport, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Hot matcha latte
A regular customer lists the hot matcha latte as a go-to drink alongside the crayfish sandwich and salad.
Almond crossaint
The almond croissant was singled out for its delicious taste, alongside positive comments about the coffee.
Cracked eggs sandwich
A customer specifically praised the cracked eggs sandwich as delicious.
Common Concerns
Inconsistent drinks
One customer found an almond latte tasteless, sour and made with almond milk they felt was old.
Stale items
A negative review reported stale pastries and an undrinkable matcha.
High pricing
One customer felt the prices were high, while another airport review called the food overpriced.
Seating dispute
A Terminal 1 customer was redirected from larger seats with a better view and felt the explanation was unfair.
Payment handling
One customer objected when the cashier selected AED before they could choose between AED and PHP.
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The Bottom Line
Pret A Manger in Al Garhoud is a counter-serve cafe that suits a quick breakfast, pre-flight meal or coffee stop. Customers mention sandwiches, salads, croissants and breakfast buns, while the Spanish latte and hot matcha latte stand out among the drinks. The airport setting also gets credit for comfortable chairs and space to rest before a flight.
There is more choice than the standard grab-and-go selection might suggest. One vegan-focused visit included a chef’s special vegan sandwich, vegan Biscoff layered dessert, oat milk matcha and a vanilla donut. Another regular highlighted the crayfish sandwich and salad.
If a favourite sandwich is missing from the display, a review says the team once made it on the spot when asked. Service is usually described as warm, efficient and welcoming, and the ambience has reportedly improved. Still, quality is not completely consistent: one customer found the almond latte sour and tasteless, while another called the pastries stale and the matcha undrinkable.
Pricing also drew criticism, with one review calling everything overpriced. If paying by card, check that the selected currency is the one you want before confirming.