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Saddle Cafe - Al Wasl
Al Wasl
Saddle Cafe in Al Wasl is a coffee shop with a drive-through-style setup, outdoor seating at some times, and a menu spanning drinks, breakfast and desserts. Reviews point to standout matcha, crepes, acai and brioche breakfasts, while the car-ordering option suits a quick takeaway stop.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
2,525 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Good Crepes
Nutella and crispy crepes receive specific praise, including a light, crunchy texture and buttery flavour.
Generous Brioche
The egg and avocado brioche was described as soft, flavourful and generously portioned.
Car Ordering
You can order directly from your parked car, which makes Saddle convenient for takeaway coffee and breakfast.
Warm Service
Several reviews describe attentive service, and one regular says the team recognises customers by their car number.
Outdoor Setup
The outdoor seating and food-truck-style format create a relaxed setting, especially when seasonal setups are running.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Ingredients. If you have an allergy, repeat the ingredient and check the drink before sipping; one smoothie used peanut butter instead of almond butter.
Avoid Rushes. Allow extra time during busy periods, as reviews mention peak-hour crowds and waits of 20–30 minutes.
Use Drive-Through. For a quick stop, order from your parked car; the setup is designed around takeaway and car service.
Confirm Egg Dishes. If you are visiting after 5pm for an egg-based dish, ask about the current policy before ordering.
Bring Repellent. For outdoor evening seating, mosquito repellent may be useful; one visitor reported getting several bites.
Use Parking. Parking is directly in front, with additional spaces behind the cafe according to one visit.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Wasl Rd
Al Wasl, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Acai bowls and Smoothie
Customers mention both acai bowls and smoothies as favourite choices for a refreshing takeaway.
Iced Salted Caramel Latte
One reviewer singled out this latte for its toasted toffee flavour and considered it among the best caramel lattes they had tried.
Pistachio milkshake
The pistachio milkshake is described as rich and memorable, though the reviewer also considered it expensive.
Nutela crep with banana
The banana and Nutella crepe is a clear dessert favourite in the reviews.
Common Concerns
Uneven Timing
Multiple reviews report long waits, including a 30-minute delay for an incomplete order and another visit where the order never arrived.
Order Safety
An almond-butter smoothie was mistakenly made with peanut butter, a serious concern for a customer with a peanut allergy.
Limited Seating
Some visits function mainly as drive-through stops, with reviewers noting there may be no proper indoor seating.
High Prices
Some customers consider the pricing steep, particularly for basic egg dishes and coffee.
Evening Policy
One review objects to the policy of serving egg-based dishes without eggs after 5pm rather than adjusting the price.
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The Bottom Line
Saddle Cafe in Al Wasl is geared toward coffee runs, takeaway breakfast and relaxed outdoor stops rather than a conventional indoor cafe. You can order from your car, and the menu has enough range to make the visit worthwhile: reviews specifically praise the matcha, crepes, acai bowls and brioche breakfasts. The strongest food feedback centres on the egg and avocado brioche, which one customer found soft, flavourful and generously sized.
Nutella and crispy crepes are also recurring favourites, while the iced salted caramel latte and pistachio milkshake have their own enthusiastic fans. The matcha is described as smooth, rich and balanced. The format is part of the appeal, but also a limitation.
Outdoor seating and seasonal setups can be pleasant, while other reviews say there is no proper indoor seating and that the cafe often operates mainly as a drive-through. Parking is available in front and behind the cafe. Service can be warm and personal, yet timing is inconsistent.
Customers report anything from quick service to 20–30 minute waits, missing items and an incorrect nut ingredient. If you have an allergy, check the drink before sipping; if you want eggs after 5pm, confirm the current policy first. Prices are viewed as high by some reviewers, including a reported AED 39 coconut ice cream.