Burj views
Outdoor tables offer clear views of the Burj Khalifa and, according to one diner, the Dubai Fountain show.
Princi
Downtown Dubai
Princi is a cafe and bakery in Downtown Dubai, serving Italian-style breakfasts, pastries, coffee and meals. It stands out for its Burj Khalifa and fountain views, plus review favourites such as pasta and tiramisu.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
282 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh baking
The olive bread, sourdough and croissants are made fresh, with bakers visible through the glass display.
Italian food
Pasta, pizza, risotto and traditional Italian dishes receive strong praise, with pasta repeatedly singled out by diners.
Breakfast choice
Breakfast has a broad range of dishes, pastries and coffee; one 15-person gathering received hot food and fast coffee.
Outdoor comfort
The outdoor area is described as beautiful, and fans are provided outside during warmer weather.
Attentive service
Reviews describe the team as welcoming and attentive, including careful allergy questions during an Iftar visit.
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask olive oil. Ask for the olive oil with breakfast or your meal; reviewers describe it as a standout accompaniment, though it was not yet sold by the bottle.
Try takeaway. For bakery shopping, consider takeaway: a reviewer specifically bought olive bread, sourdough and a croissant to take home.
Choose outdoors. Pick the outdoor seating if the Burj Khalifa or fountain view is your priority; fans are available to help with the heat.
Check gluten. If you avoid gluten, ask about every bread item before ordering, since the bread served during one visit contained gluten.
Allow choices. Breakfast has enough variety to make repeat visits worthwhile, rather than trying to decide everything in one stop.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dubai Mall - First Floor
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Grilled chicken with vegetables
One review describes the grilled chicken with vegetables as perfectly cooked and full of flavour.
Tiramisu
The tiramisu was described as the standout dessert at the table, although the portion felt small to one reviewer.
Cinnamon roll
A warm cinnamon roll was praised for being soft, fluffy and balanced between sweetness and spice.
Common Concerns
Small portions
One diner found meal sizes underwhelming for the price, while another wished the tiramisu portion were larger.
Mild seasoning
A review found the food suited a lighter Italian palate, but described the chicken as inconsistently seasoned.
Gluten limits
The bread served contains gluten, so diners avoiding gluten need to check what they can order.
Display placement
A retail-focused review felt the food display should be moved closer to the front of the shop.
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The Bottom Line
Princi is a cafe and bakery in Downtown Dubai, inside Dubai Mall, with an Italian-leaning menu and a polished, relaxed setting. You can come for breakfast and coffee, settle in for pasta or risotto, or pick up bakery items such as olive bread, sourdough and croissants. The tiramisu is another recurring favourite.
The setting is a major part of the appeal. Outdoor seating looks towards the Burj Khalifa, and one evening review also mentions watching the Dubai Fountain show. The bakery display and glass-fronted preparation area add interest for anyone stopping in mainly for pastries or bread.
Fans are provided outside in hotter weather. Service is consistently described as warm, quick and attentive. A large breakfast for 15 guests arrived hot and on time, while another diner appreciated being asked about allergies.
Breakfast also has plenty to explore, from pastries and coffee to more substantial dishes. There are a few practical cautions. One reviewer felt portions were small for the price, and another found the grilled chicken inconsistently seasoned.
The bread contains gluten, so check carefully if that matters to you. Prices are not documented in the supplied reviews, so confirm current menu costs directly before ordering.
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