Rich Chocolate
The signature hot chocolate is thick and intensely rich, with chocolate cascading over the cup for a memorable presentation.
SAID DAL 1923 - City Walk, Dubai
Al Wasl
SAID DAL 1923 is an Italian chocolatier, café and restaurant in Al Wasl, with a relaxed City Walk setting. Its dense, chocolate-forward hot chocolate and standout San Sebastian cheesecake are the main draws, while the menu also works for breakfast, coffee and an Italian meal.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
2,361 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Cheesecake
San Sebastian cheesecake is repeatedly praised for its creamy texture and caramelised top.
Dessert Range
The dessert board can be customised and finished with white, milk and dark chocolate.
Italian Plates
Reviews also point to al dente pasta and good pizza, making it more than a dessert stop.
Outdoor Seating
Outdoor seating gives you a relaxed option for a slow breakfast or coffee break around City Walk.
Family Friendly
One visit included colouring papers for children, a small but useful touch for families.
Gift Shop
The venue includes a sizeable chocolate gift shop, useful if you want to take something home.
What to Eat at SAID DAL 1923 - City Walk, Dubai How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For SAID DAL 1923 - City Walk, Dubai, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at SAID DAL 1923 - City Walk, Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Classic tiramisu Net +6
“It was a great experience they have the best hot chocolate and tirmasu i highly recommend it I always go there and I went to all the branches this time was a special day for me and would like to thank Delore she was very friendly and professional and treated us nicely , and also I was invited for the opening in MIRDIF branch opening ✨”
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“It was a great experience they have the best hot chocolate and tirmasu i highly recommend it I always go there and I went to all the branches this time was a special day for me and would like to thank Delore she was very friendly and professional and treated us nicely , and also I was invited for the opening in MIRDIF branch opening ✨”April 2026
“with cake we have tiramisu its soft and tasty it goes as well woth the carrot cake and san sebastine cake.”February 2025
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Brownie in a jar Net +2
“Brownie in a jar was absolutely amazing!!! Must have!!”
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“Brownie in a jar was absolutely amazing!!! Must have!!”April 2026
“One of the best desserts I tried in the world not only in Dubai ,I really loved the interior and the decor it the cafe ,I loved the hot Chocolate and the brownie jar and the Churros.”July 2025
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Chocolate cake Net +2
“She recommended their chocolate cake, and my kids instantly fell in love with it — rich, delicious, and perfectly made.”
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“She recommended their chocolate cake, and my kids instantly fell in love with it — rich, delicious, and perfectly made.”October 2025
“We got the chocolate cake to go with the triple chocolate sauce. Tried this after seeing this all over Instagram. The sauce costs extra but oh- it’s super worth it. One of the rare hypes off of instagram that lived up honestly. It’s suuuuuper rich and decadent. The sponge is so soft, just the right amount of airy such that it’s also got a good kind of richness and brownie-esque feel. I loved it but you really need to loooove chocolates and rich chocolate to be able to love it. I shared this with few others from whom I received mixed feedback. So it might suit some and not others, but definitely suited me!”November 2025
Honorable mentions (16)
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Chicken scalop with buratta and parmiggiano Net +1
“Main course are very good, had chicken scalop with buratta and parmiggiano...family tried salad and soudough pizza great..”
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“Main course are very good, had chicken scalop with buratta and parmiggiano...family tried salad and soudough pizza great..”April 2025
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Chocolate cheesecake Net +1
“I went for the chocolate cheesecake, and also added a banana pudding to the mix. The cheesecake was rich, creamy, and indulgent—definitely hits the spot when you're in the mood for something decadent. Since the slice was quite generous and on the sweeter side, I balanced it out with a mint lemonade to cleanse the palate.”
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“I went for the chocolate cheesecake, and also added a banana pudding to the mix. The cheesecake was rich, creamy, and indulgent—definitely hits the spot when you're in the mood for something decadent. Since the slice was quite generous and on the sweeter side, I balanced it out with a mint lemonade to cleanse the palate.”July 2025
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Churros Net +1
“One of the best desserts I tried in the world not only in Dubai ,I really loved the interior and the decor it the cafe ,I loved the hot Chocolate and the brownie jar and the Churros.”
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“One of the best desserts I tried in the world not only in Dubai ,I really loved the interior and the decor it the cafe ,I loved the hot Chocolate and the brownie jar and the Churros.”July 2025
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Classic waffle Net +1
“We also tried their Classic Waffle which was loaded with White and milk chocolate. Loved their Triple Chocolate Mousse.”
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“We also tried their Classic Waffle which was loaded with White and milk chocolate. Loved their Triple Chocolate Mousse.”February 2024
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Dark hot chocolate Net +1
“Taking about food and beverages, loved their Milk Hot Chocolate and Dark Hot Chocolate. You cannot afford to miss it. Presentation is superb.”
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“Taking about food and beverages, loved their Milk Hot Chocolate and Dark Hot Chocolate. You cannot afford to miss it. Presentation is superb.”February 2024
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Dessert board Net +1
“Edit: Second visit this week - you MUST try the dessert board! Customized to your desire, drizzled in their signature white, milk and dark chocolate. Divine!”
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“Edit: Second visit this week - you MUST try the dessert board! Customized to your desire, drizzled in their signature white, milk and dark chocolate. Divine!”September 2022
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Garlic knots Net +1
“What surprised us were the savory offerings. Everything was delicious. Well balanced menu with a fair price point. Service was 5 star as well. Kudos to Claude in creating a welcoming and friendly environment. Items pictured: Mocha, Garlic knots, Berry pancakes”
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“What surprised us were the savory offerings. Everything was delicious. Well balanced menu with a fair price point. Service was 5 star as well. Kudos to Claude in creating a welcoming and friendly environment. Items pictured: Mocha, Garlic knots, Berry pancakes”September 2022
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Medium size chocolate with marshmallows Net +1
“We had the medium size chocolate with marshmallows.”
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“We had the medium size chocolate with marshmallows.”February 2024
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Milk hot chocolate Net +1
“Taking about food and beverages, loved their Milk Hot Chocolate and Dark Hot Chocolate. You cannot afford to miss it. Presentation is superb.”
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“Taking about food and beverages, loved their Milk Hot Chocolate and Dark Hot Chocolate. You cannot afford to miss it. Presentation is superb.”February 2024
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Pistachio cake Net +1
“The hotel chocolate is the best. So rich and dense! The pistachio cake was lovely too and coffee was amazing.”
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“The hotel chocolate is the best. So rich and dense! The pistachio cake was lovely too and coffee was amazing.”May 2026
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Pistachio chicken Net +1
“Pistachio Chicken was a standout- you must try it!! Great blend of flavours and textures in that dish.”
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“Pistachio Chicken was a standout- you must try it!! Great blend of flavours and textures in that dish.”July 2025
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Profiteroles Net +1
“In the past we have had Profiteroles and Tiramisu and must each one is better than the other! Best desert place in the city!”
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“In the past we have had Profiteroles and Tiramisu and must each one is better than the other! Best desert place in the city!”April 2026
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Pulled beef benedict Net +1
“Pictures added: dessert board and Pulled Beef Benedict (bravo! Will order again for sure!)”
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“Pictures added: dessert board and Pulled Beef Benedict (bravo! Will order again for sure!)”September 2022
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Saffron cake Net +1
“Their hot chocolate is a definite must-try, along with the San Sebastian cake, saffron cake,& the classic tiramisu is a must try. The experience, the quality and presentation justifies it all with the premium .”
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“Their hot chocolate is a definite must-try, along with the San Sebastian cake, saffron cake,& the classic tiramisu is a must try. The experience, the quality and presentation justifies it all with the premium .”June 2026
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Soudough pizza Net +1
“Main course are very good, had chicken scalop with buratta and parmiggiano...family tried salad and soudough pizza great..”
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“Main course are very good, had chicken scalop with buratta and parmiggiano...family tried salad and soudough pizza great..”April 2025
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Triple chocolate mousse Net +1
“We also tried their Classic Waffle which was loaded with White and milk chocolate. Loved their Triple Chocolate Mousse.”
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“We also tried their Classic Waffle which was loaded with White and milk chocolate. Loved their Triple Chocolate Mousse.”February 2024
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Mocha Net +2
“Lovely vibe and decor, good service, outstanding mocha.”
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“Lovely vibe and decor, good service, outstanding mocha.”March 2026
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Mint lemonade Net +1
“Since the slice was quite generous and on the sweeter side, I balanced it out with a mint lemonade to cleanse the palate. It paired surprisingly well, so much so that I ended up ordering a second one!”
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“Since the slice was quite generous and on the sweeter side, I balanced it out with a mint lemonade to cleanse the palate. It paired surprisingly well, so much so that I ended up ordering a second one!”July 2025
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Signature triple chocolate coffee Net +1
“One thing you absolutely shouldn’t miss is their signature triple chocolate coffee. It’s incredibly delicious and easily one of the best coffees to try there.”
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“One thing you absolutely shouldn’t miss is their signature triple chocolate coffee. It’s incredibly delicious and easily one of the best coffees to try there.”March 2026
What to Avoid (5)
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Banana pudding Net −1
“Visited this café for the second time, and the atmosphere is still as calm and cosy as I remember. Great coffee and really good food overall. The only letdown was the banana pudding. I loved it on my first visit, but they’ve changed the recipe and now it tastes more like a carrot cake. Hopefully they bring the old version back — it was fantastic. Still, I definitely recommend this place.”
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“Visited this café for the second time, and the atmosphere is still as calm and cosy as I remember. Great coffee and really good food overall. The only letdown was the banana pudding. I loved it on my first visit, but they’ve changed the recipe and now it tastes more like a carrot cake. Hopefully they bring the old version back — it was fantastic. Still, I definitely recommend this place.”November 2025
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Shakshuka Net −1
“We also ordered shakshuka because it looked good in the photos. Big mistake. It was the worst shakshuka I’ve ever had in Dubai. The eggs were undercooked, the tomatoes lacked flavor, and even the bread was messy and crumbly. We were so hungry we ate what we could in five minutes just to fill our stomachs, but it was not enjoyable at all.”
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“We also ordered shakshuka because it looked good in the photos. Big mistake. It was the worst shakshuka I’ve ever had in Dubai. The eggs were undercooked, the tomatoes lacked flavor, and even the bread was messy and crumbly. We were so hungry we ate what we could in five minutes just to fill our stomachs, but it was not enjoyable at all.”September 2025
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Signature chocolate Net −1
“What make appreciation fall from 5 to 3 is the signature chocolate..its not drinkable..was likle a thick cream only eatable with spoon and far too sweet for my taste. i am chocolate connoisseur addict..Mirzam is teh absolute reference for me in dubai where they serve proper hot chocolate...i did not understood this concept of ultra sweet non liquide chocolate a pity.”
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“What make appreciation fall from 5 to 3 is the signature chocolate..its not drinkable..was likle a thick cream only eatable with spoon and far too sweet for my taste. i am chocolate connoisseur addict..Mirzam is teh absolute reference for me in dubai where they serve proper hot chocolate...i did not understood this concept of ultra sweet non liquide chocolate a pity.”April 2025
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Triple chocolate cake Net −1
“Their portions are good and the hot chocolate is so much heavy - I recommend the smallest size. The triple chocolate cake is very sweet it’s hard for two people to finish it all, their coffee is perfect.”
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“Their portions are good and the hot chocolate is so much heavy - I recommend the smallest size. The triple chocolate cake is very sweet it’s hard for two people to finish it all, their coffee is perfect.”February 2024
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Latte Net −1
“The latte was not very good and just tasted like burnt machine coffee.”
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“The latte was not very good and just tasted like burnt machine coffee.”February 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Start Small. Order the smallest hot chocolate first: reviewers describe it as very heavy and rich.
Choose Outside. For a slower visit, choose outdoor seating, particularly when City Walk’s weather is comfortable.
Late Dessert. It can suit a late dessert craving; one reviewer found it open until 1 AM.
Check Extras. Ask about add-ons before ordering: triple chocolate sauce was reported as an extra 18 AED.
Parking. Reviews report underground parking and available free parking slots, useful when arriving by car.
Share Cake. The triple chocolate cake can be very sweet and substantial, so sharing may make sense.
Plan the visit
Practical details
City Walk
Al Wasl, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Dense Drink
The hot chocolate is not a conventional pourable drink; some diners found it pudding-like or spoonable.
Very Sweet
The chocolate can be overwhelmingly sweet, especially for guests who prefer a more balanced hot chocolate.
Mixed Coffee
Coffee feedback is uneven, with one review describing the latte as burnt-tasting.
Recipe Change
The banana pudding recipe was criticised for changing from a liked version to something more carrot-cake-like.
Premium Pricing
Several reviews consider the pricing high for the portions or experience.
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The Bottom Line
SAID DAL 1923 is a chocolate-led café and Italian restaurant in Al Wasl’s City Walk. The clearest reason to come is the signature hot chocolate, served thick and intensely rich with chocolate coating or cascading over the cup. It is an indulgent presentation rather than a standard light drink, so expectations matter.
The San Sebastian cheesecake, classic tiramisu, brownie in a jar and churros are among the better-supported dessert choices in reviews. There is more than cake on the menu. Diners mention al dente pasta, pizza, breakfast dishes and an outstanding triple chocolate coffee, while the outdoor seating suits a slower coffee break.
The vintage-leaning décor, warm lighting and cosy atmosphere are recurring positives, and one review notes a chocolate gift shop inside. Families may appreciate the colouring papers offered to children on one visit. The main caution is consistency of taste and value.
Some guests found the hot chocolate too sweet, too dense or not warm enough, and coffee feedback is mixed. The prices are described as above the usual range, with triple sauce reported at 18 AED extra. If you are driving, reviews mention underground or free parking; for dessert late at night, one guest found the branch open until 1 AM.