Fast service
Several travellers describe quick service, including a latte collected conveniently before reaching their gate.
Starbucks
Al Garhoud
Starbucks in Al Garhoud is a compact airport coffee shop for handcrafted coffee, espresso, tea and quick food. Reviews make it useful for a fast pre-flight latte or cappuccino, with takeaway drinks such as Mango Dragonfruit also drawing praise.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
220 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Friendly team
Friendly service is a consistent bright spot, with reviewers describing cheerful staff and helpful drink suggestions.
Clean space
The outlet is repeatedly described as neat, clean and well-organized.
Coffee stop
A cappuccino was praised as an excellent strong coffee while a traveller waited through flight cancellations.
Easy payment
One traveller reported that a Dutch debit card worked smoothly for payment at the airport outlet.
Travel mugs
The airport branch sells Dubai-themed tumblers, cups and espresso cups that travellers can collect as souvenirs.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check upgrades. Ask whether stronger coffee or blonde espresso carries an extra charge before paying; one traveller reported an unrequested surcharge.
Treat as takeaway. Plan for a small stand rather than a café seating area; nearby airport seats may be your only option.
Watch timing. Allow extra time during busy travel periods: one reviewer described an unusually long wait for takeaway coffee.
Check gate rules. Buy drinks with your gate in mind, since one traveller had to finish coffee before crossing to the next gate.
Check matcha. If ordering matcha, confirm the preparation and taste before leaving; reviews describe both watery and milk-heavy cups.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Near B 18 Gate, Terminal 3 - Dubai Airport - C207
Dubai Int'l Airport, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Mango Dragonfruit drink
A traveller visiting from Japan found this drink delicious and unavailable at home.
Iced Coconut matcha
One customer recommended a customised version with two pumps of vanilla sweet cream.
Turkey and cheese croissant
This was available as a pre-flight food option, though one reviewer rated it only alright.
Pumpkin latte
A reviewer was persuaded to try this seasonal drink and rated the result excellent.
Lemon Mint Breeze
A frequent flyer mentioned this drink as a favourite after the barista customised it to their preference.
Common Concerns
Small outlet
This is a compact takeaway stand, and one reviewer found no seating inside.
Drink inconsistency
Matcha was described twice as tasting like milk with green colouring, while another review found it watered down.
Airport pricing
Reviewers found airport prices steep, including 40 AED for a venti matcha beverage.
Service lapses
Although many reviews praise the team, some report rude or unhelpful interactions and staff ignoring customers.
Possible waits
One traveller reported the longest Starbucks takeaway wait they had experienced, despite finding the outlet quieter.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
31 dirham
double caramel frappuccino venti
“Price of a 'double caramel frappuccino venti' 31 dirham = € 8 atm”Google review · February 2023
22 aed
iced caramel machiato
“I ordered iced caramel machiato and the price is 22 aed”Google review · June 2024
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The Bottom Line
This Starbucks is a compact airport coffee stop in Al Garhoud, geared towards travellers who want a familiar drink before a flight or during a layover. You can order coffee, espresso drinks and tea, along with quick food such as the turkey and cheese croissant. Reviews specifically mention a good pre-flight latte, an excellent cappuccino during flight cancellations and a Mango Dragonfruit drink that a traveller could not find in Japan.
The branch is small and may function more like a takeaway counter than a sit-down café. One review found no seating at all, although another noted plenty of nearby airport seats. Service is often described as fast, cheerful and helpful, and the area is reported as neat and clean.
Payment also worked smoothly for one traveller using a Dutch debit card. There are important caveats. Airport pricing can feel steep: reviewers reported 31 dirham for a double caramel frappuccino venti and 40 AED for a venti matcha beverage.
Drink consistency is uneven, especially for matcha, mocha and berry drinks. Ask about any extra charge before accepting stronger coffee or blonde espresso, and allow extra time if the counter is busy. Also check your gate’s drink rules before ordering, since one traveller had to finish their coffee before crossing to the next gate.