Quiet Mornings
From 7–9 AM, reviewers found it nearly empty, calm and fast enough for working online or relaxing.
Starbucks
Down Town
This Starbucks in Down Town is a coffeehouse for espresso drinks, tea, pastries and light meals, with a relaxed setting that reviewers often use for breaks, catch-ups or online work. Its Souk Al Bahar location is also noted for a terrace, nearby Dubai Mall access and views around the Burj Khalifa.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
232 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Remembered Orders
Regulars say the team sometimes remembers their usual drink, adding a personal touch to repeat visits.
Relaxing Setting
The branch is repeatedly described as cozy and tranquil, despite the busy surroundings nearby.
Terrace Views
Outdoor seating gives visitors a view toward the Burj Khalifa and the small lakes.
Dubai Mall Access
One review places the branch about a five-minute walk from Dubai Mall, useful during a shopping break.
Comfortable Seating
Reviewers mention comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi for coffee, conversation and laptop use.
Correct Customisation
A reviewer said a drink was prepared correctly to their stated preference.
Tips for a Better Visit
Go Early. For a quieter table and faster service, try 7–9 AM, when one reviewer found the shop practically empty.
Check Wi-Fi. If you need to work online, check the connection first: one reviewer found the internet unsuitable for laptop use.
Plan Seating. If you want to sit outside, arrive with some flexibility because the terrace can become crowded and chairs may be close together.
Keep Receipts. Confirm the payment total before paying and carry an alternative payment method in case the machine is unavailable.
Use The View. For a coffee break after shopping, consider the outdoor setting, which reviewers mention for Burj Khalifa and small-lake views.
Allow Time. During a busy visit, leave extra time for drinks and food; one reviewer reported a 20-minute wait for a white mocha.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Souq Al Bahar-Level 3
Burj Khalifa - Down Town, Dubai
| Mon | 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 8:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Ice Americano
An Ice Americano was ordered alongside a cheese croissant during a coffee stop.
Cheese Croissant
A cheese croissant was mentioned as a pairing with an iced coffee.
White mocha
One review mentions ordering a white mocha, though that visit included a lengthy wait.
Mocha Frappuccino with almond milk
A customer specifically requested this customised Frappuccino but reported receiving a different drink.
Common Concerns
Busy Seating
Outdoor seats can fill up, and some are placed very close together.
Unreliable Internet
One review recommends it for meeting friends but not for laptop work because the internet was poor.
Service Delays
A review describes a white mocha taking 20 minutes, with a food item served warm but overly burnt.
Payment Problems
One visit involved a non-working payment machine and receiving change in small fils after paying cash.
Food Concern
One reviewer reported becoming unwell after a cake and described its topping as hard and strong; this is a single customer account.
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The Bottom Line
This Starbucks in Down Town, at Souk Al Bahar, is a useful stop for an espresso-based drink, tea, pastry or light bite. Reviews mention an Ice Americano with a cheese croissant, a white mocha, and a billionaire cake, while the setting suits coffee breaks, chats and quiet laptop sessions more than a rushed takeaway. The atmosphere is the main draw.
Several visitors describe the branch as cozy, relaxing and surprisingly tranquil despite the activity around Dubai Mall. Outdoor seating is praised for views toward the Burj Khalifa and small lakes, and one reviewer places it about a five-minute walk from Dubai Mall. Another mentions free Wi-Fi and comfortable seating, although the internet has also been reported as poor.
Timing matters. A visit between 7 and 9 AM was described as practically empty, with fast service, while later outdoor seating can be crowded and chairs may sit close together. Service reviews are mostly warm, including reports of staff remembering regular orders, but there are also complaints about long waits, payment-machine problems and inconsistent attitudes.
If you are ordering food or working remotely, allow extra time and check the connection before settling in.