Warm service
Many reviews describe service with a smile and drinks prepared to customers’ preferences.
Starbucks
Trade Centre
Starbucks in Trade Centre is a coffeehouse for espresso, tea, breakfast, lunch and pastries. Reviews specifically mention cappuccino and customised frappuccinos, while one branch review highlights a modern setup with outlets for working or meeting colleagues.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
264 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Drink customisation
A barista customised a Crème Brûlée Frappuccino to the customer’s request, with the result described as even better.
Work-friendly
A renovated branch was praised for its modern environment, space for discussions and plentiful electrical outlets.
Coffee demo
One visitor enjoyed the fresh aroma and a demonstration of coffee filtration.
Fast orders
Some customers report receiving drinks quickly, including an order delivered without compromising coffee quality.
Social setting
Reviews describe it as a place to chat with friends and spend time over coffee.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check stock. Before joining the queue, confirm that displayed drinks are available; one review says advertised options were missing multiple times.
Watch delivery. Allow extra time for online orders or consider ordering in person after a reported cancellation and second wait.
Specify preparation. If ordering a cappuccino, clarify the preparation and check the drink before leaving, as one customer found the espresso burnt.
Check warming. If you order a pretzel and request it warmed, confirm it is hot before leaving; one customer received it cold.
Bring your laptop. The renovated branch was reported to have electrical outlets throughout, making it practical for working or discussions.
Use parking. At the Emirates Towers branch, one review reports free parking for two hours, which was considered enough time for a café visit.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Emirates office Tower
Trade Center Second, Dubai
| Mon | 6:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Tue | 6:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Wed | 6:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Thu | 6:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Fri | 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 6:30 AM – 9:30 PM |
Popular Mentions
caramel macchiato
One reviewer praised the original taste of this drink.
matcha frappe
A team review singled out the matcha frappe as a drink to try.
cappuccino
Cappuccino is mentioned both as a recommended coffee break choice and in a complaint about preparation.
Common Concerns
Order delays
One online order took over an hour to be cancelled, followed by another wait of more than 30 minutes.
Drink consistency
A customer received a cappuccino they described as espresso with boiled milk and a burnt espresso taste.
Food freshness
One review reported an unflavoured, overly hot coffee alongside sandwiches with dried-out buns.
Menu availability
Displayed drinks were reportedly unavailable at the counter, and the reviewer said this happened multiple times.
Missed requests
A customer said their ordering instructions were not followed and the register interaction felt frustrated.
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The Bottom Line
Starbucks in Trade Centre is a familiar coffee stop for espresso, tea, breakfast, lunch and pastries. Reviews give particular attention to cappuccino, caramel macchiato and frappuccinos, including a customised Crème Brûlée Frappuccino. The strongest reason to choose this branch is the people: several customers describe warm greetings, smiles and staff who remember preferences or adjust drinks to order.
It also works as more than a quick takeaway counter. A renovated branch was praised for its modern setting, space to work or discuss projects, and electrical outlets throughout. Another visitor enjoyed seeing a coffee-filtration demonstration.
The atmosphere is repeatedly described as comfortable for chatting, waiting for someone or spending time with family and colleagues. Consistency is the main caution. One cappuccino was described as espresso with boiled milk and a burnt taste, while another review found coffee bland and a sandwich bun dried out.
Online ordering has also produced a serious delay: one customer waited over an hour, was told the order was unavailable, then waited again after changing it. If you are ordering online or choosing from a displayed menu, confirm availability and allow extra time. A review of the Emirates Towers branch also reports free parking for two hours.