Fresh Luqaimat
Luqaimat are made fresh and come in three sizes; reviewers found them tasty and crunchy.
SHAHAD AL EMARAT شهد الإمارات | Arabic Sweets & Pastries
Al Warqa
SHAHAD AL EMARAT in Al Warqa is a bakery for Arabic sweets, cakes and savoury pastries. Reviews point to fresh luqaimat, beautifully packed gift boxes and helpful support with birthday-cake choices, making it useful for both everyday treats and gatherings.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
307 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Gift Boxes
Staff help shoppers choose a varied gift box, while baklava and chocolates are praised for their packing.
Cake Support
The team helped one customer compare birthday-cake options and arranged smooth delivery.
Cake Message
A saffron milk cake could be personalised with a message, adding a useful touch for celebrations.
Wide Choice
Reviews describe a broad selection spanning Arabic sweets, cakes, pastries and light snacks.
Party Pickup
The selection works well for family gatherings, gifts and last-minute snacks when visitors arrive.
Delivery
Delivery has been specifically praised, including for birthday-cake orders.
Drink Counter
A small side shop sells hot and cold drinks to accompany bakery snacks.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Sizes. Ask for the fresh luqaimat and choose among its three sizes; one reviewer said they were worth the wait.
Use Side Parking. If parking near the entrance is difficult, check the side area, where a reviewer found plenty of spaces.
Request Tasting. For unfamiliar sweets, ask whether tasting is available before choosing your box.
Plan Gifts. For a gift, ask staff to build a varied box; reviewers found them helpful with selection and packing.
Ask Cake Options. For a birthday cake, discuss the available options and suitable size before ordering.
Check Value. Compare the price with the portion and expected quality, particularly when ordering fatayer or cakes.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Warqa - Al Warqa'a First - Dubai
Al Warqa - Al Warqa'a First, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
mini cheesecake bites
Mini cheesecake bites are one of the items a repeat customer regularly returns for.
Qatayef
Qatayef is mentioned among the standout items, specifically as a Ramadan offering.
kunafa
Kunafa is mentioned as a freshly made Arabic sweet.
Common Concerns
High Prices
Several reviewers considered the prices high, especially for cakes, fatayer and luqaimat relative to quality.
Fatayer Quality
One reviewer described the fatayer as unappetizing, so savoury items may be less consistent than the sweets.
Crowded Area
The surrounding area can be crowded, which may make stopping by less convenient.
Parking Friction
Parking has been called a small downside, despite side parking being available.
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The Bottom Line
SHAHAD AL EMARAT is an Arabic sweets and bakery stop in Al Warqa, with enough range for a dessert run, a family gathering or a gift. The clearest strengths are fresh luqaimat, baklava, kunafa and cakes. One reviewer also had a saffron milk cake personalised with a message, while another praised the help given when choosing a birthday cake and arranging delivery.
The sweet selection gets the most dependable praise. Luqaimat are made fresh and come in three sizes, and the mini cheesecake bites are a repeat favourite for one customer. Baklava and chocolates are also mentioned as gift-friendly choices because of their presentation and packing.
A side counter for hot and cold drinks can accompany the snacks. Service is another strong point: reviewers describe welcoming staff, useful cake guidance and help assembling gift boxes. There is also a tasting option, which is handy if you are choosing unfamiliar sweets.
Delivery has been praised for cake orders. The main caution is value. Several customers found prices high, especially for cakes, fatayer and luqaimat, and one called the fatayer unappetising.
The area can be crowded, though side parking is available. For a first visit, sample or ask about the fresh luqaimat before committing to a larger order.