Pastries
The croissants are a major draw, with the almond, turkey meat, rose pistachio and cheese cake bun receiving especially detailed praise.
Room 1618
Mirdif
Room 1618 is a neo-classic lounge, patisserie and Italian restaurant in Mirdif, moving from breakfast pastries and coffee into a fuller Italian menu. Reviews point to its buttery croissants, well-received pastas and pizzas, and a cosy setting that suits family brunches, relaxed meals or working with a laptop.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
982 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Italian Plates
Pastas stand out across the reviews, including spicy Pasta a L’arrabbiata, burrata pasta and wagyu bolognese.
Cosy Setting
Warm décor, soft lighting and a quiet atmosphere make it comfortable for breakfast, family time, celebrations or a longer coffee break.
Flexible Breakfast
Staff accommodate dietary preferences and dish changes; one reviewer had dishes adjusted to use less oil.
Work Friendly
The café has sockets and is described as suitable for quiet, productive working as well as meeting friends.
Family Ready
Reviews describe it as comfortable for families, including a baby highchair and staff who are kind with children.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Ahead. Reserve for weekend breakfast, when tables can fill quickly and waits may exceed 45 minutes.
Arrive Early. Come before midday if pastries are your priority; most were sold out by around 12:30pm on one weekend visit.
Ask Changes. Ask whether breakfast dishes can be adjusted to your preference, such as using less oil or requesting runny poached eggs.
Try Coffee. Coffee drinkers can compare options including the Spanish latte, V60, cold brew and Brazilian beans.
Order Dessert. Leave room for the Basque Cheesecake or Tiramisu Mille-Feuille, both highlighted as standout desserts.
Plan the visit
Practical details
2 78th St
Mirdif, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Weekend Crowds
Breakfast can be busy: one reviewer found tables tightly spaced and said weekend reservations were essential.
Pastry Sellout
Popular pastries may be sold out by around 12:30pm, according to one weekend visit.
Coffee Price
One reviewer considered the coffee expensive, citing a cappuccino at 28 AED before additions.
Pizza Polish
Pizza is not uniformly praised; one review called it good but said it could be improved.
Missing Sauce
A reviewer found the truffle fries disappointing because the expected truffle sauce was absent.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
28 AED
Cappuccino
“In my opinion the coffee prices are over the top (Cappuccino priced at 28 AED without additions)”Google review · July 2023
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The Bottom Line
Room 1618 in Mirdif works particularly well when you want breakfast, pastries and coffee in a setting that can stretch into lunch or dinner. Start with the almond croissant or Eggs Benedict, then consider the spicy Pasta a L’arrabiata, Margherita pizza or burrata pasta. The pastry counter and Italian menu give the place a broader range than a typical coffee stop.
The room itself is repeatedly described as cosy, quiet and thoughtfully decorated, with a terrace, soft lighting and art-filled interiors. Families are catered for with a baby highchair, while sockets make it practical for a laptop session. Reviewers also mention vegetarian and vegan options, plus staff willing to adjust dishes, including using less oil.
There are a few things to plan around. Weekend breakfast can be crowded, with tightly spaced tables, and one visitor faced a wait of more than 45 minutes without a booking. Pastries may also sell out by about 12:30pm, so arrive early if that is the main reason for visiting.
Pricing feedback is mostly favourable, but one reviewer found a cappuccino at 28 AED before additions expensive. Check the truffle fries if you expect sauce, as one order arrived without the truffle sauce.