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The menu uses local ingredients and explains their origins, with sustainability built into the dining concept.
Al Jaddaf
Teible is a restaurant at Jameel Arts Centre in Al Jaddaf, built around seasonal, locally sourced cooking and a sustainability-led concept. It suits a calm breakfast, lunch or dinner, with standouts ranging from pumpkin ravioli to its notably popular glazed donut.
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The menu uses local ingredients and explains their origins, with sustainability built into the dining concept.
The restaurant has a peaceful waterfront setting beside the creek, inside Jameel Arts Centre.
The glazed donut is repeatedly praised for its soft, fluffy bake and was called one of Dubai’s best.
The Garum burger is a standout, with one returning diner also praising its fluffy bun, beef and thick-cut fries.
Reviews highlight inventive combinations such as wild catfish with brown butter ice cream, parsnip crisps and pickled pineapple.
The quiet, minimalist room and relaxed atmosphere work especially well for an unhurried meal or conversation.
Several diners found the team attentive and knowledgeable, particularly when explaining dishes and making recommendations.
One diner said the team was accommodating and attentive around allergies and sensitivities.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Teible, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“While I was sad not to have some of the season 4 items again I was able to try the garum burger which seems to be a staple...and for a reason! Best burger I have ever had. The fluffy bun, the beef - you could smell how delicious it was going to be.”
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“While I was sad not to have some of the season 4 items again I was able to try the garum burger which seems to be a staple...and for a reason! Best burger I have ever had. The fluffy bun, the beef - you could smell how delicious it was going to be.”June 2023
“- Garum Burger (9/10)”November 2022
“- The glazed donut was one of the best we’ve had in Dubai – perfectly baked, thanks to their tie-up with Universal Bakes, a leading bakery from Japan”
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“- The glazed donut was one of the best we’ve had in Dubai – perfectly baked, thanks to their tie-up with Universal Bakes, a leading bakery from Japan”July 2025
“The glazed donut was really good though. Perfectly soft and fluffy.”October 2025
“- Koji Corn (7/10)”
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“- Koji Corn (7/10)”November 2022
“Outstanding dishes: Fish Moasic which was fresh and full of flavour and the Koji Corn.”January 2023
“The pumpkin ravioli was amazing, and the smoothies were so smooth and refreshing.”
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“The pumpkin ravioli was amazing, and the smoothies were so smooth and refreshing.”November 2025
“We had an absolutely delicious lunch ! My pumpkin ravioli was outstanding & my husband’s egg plant ratatouille was also tasty & beautifully presented. We will definitely go back.”December 2025
“We also tried the Middaly, very interesting to have olive oil gelato.”
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“We also tried the Middaly, very interesting to have olive oil gelato.”February 2023
“- Middaly Gelato (9/10)”November 2022
“We ordered the beef burger, gulf coast and chicken kaarage. The beef burger was nice, the brioche bun was great.”
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“We ordered the beef burger, gulf coast and chicken kaarage. The beef burger was nice, the brioche bun was great.”October 2025
“- Blueberry & Zaatar (6.5/10)”
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“- Blueberry & Zaatar (6.5/10)”November 2022
“Whauuuw Michelin green star well deserved🌸discovered a hidden diamond😍 Wild catfish from Fujeirah was so good I nearly licked the plate😂 Desert: Brown butter icecream with parsnip crisps, eadible flowers, umami caramel and pickled pineapple was the most amazing and surprising flavour pairing.”
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“Whauuuw Michelin green star well deserved🌸discovered a hidden diamond😍 Wild catfish from Fujeirah was so good I nearly licked the plate😂 Desert: Brown butter icecream with parsnip crisps, eadible flowers, umami caramel and pickled pineapple was the most amazing and surprising flavour pairing.”July 2025
“the lamb was flavourful and the burrata salad was innovative in its presentation and construction. would come back just for that!”
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“the lamb was flavourful and the burrata salad was innovative in its presentation and construction. would come back just for that!”February 2025
“Loved their meat burger, meat Sando sandwich, and their Caesar salad.”
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“Loved their meat burger, meat Sando sandwich, and their Caesar salad.”October 2023
“The chorizo toast was quite tasty and good , but the coffee was very average (a very overpriced coffee I should add).”
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“The chorizo toast was quite tasty and good , but the coffee was very average (a very overpriced coffee I should add).”December 2024
“For starters we had the citrus salad, fermented hummus, and corn (all great), and for mains we had the shrimp pasta, chicken, and wagyu burger (the only good one was the wagyu burger).”
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“For starters we had the citrus salad, fermented hummus, and corn (all great), and for mains we had the shrimp pasta, chicken, and wagyu burger (the only good one was the wagyu burger).”February 2023
“We had an absolutely delicious lunch ! My pumpkin ravioli was outstanding & my husband’s egg plant ratatouille was also tasty & beautifully presented. We will definitely go back.”
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“We had an absolutely delicious lunch ! My pumpkin ravioli was outstanding & my husband’s egg plant ratatouille was also tasty & beautifully presented. We will definitely go back.”December 2025
“- We ordered the “Eggs Your Way” which came with sourdough bread, spicy butter, fig chutney, and cheese – the bread itself was topped with olive oil and honey, and paired with a rich, flavorful egg mix that was genuinely fantastic”
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“- We ordered the “Eggs Your Way” which came with sourdough bread, spicy butter, fig chutney, and cheese – the bread itself was topped with olive oil and honey, and paired with a rich, flavorful egg mix that was genuinely fantastic”July 2025
“For starters we had the citrus salad, fermented hummus, and corn (all great), and for mains we had the shrimp pasta, chicken, and wagyu burger (the only good one was the wagyu burger).”
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“For starters we had the citrus salad, fermented hummus, and corn (all great), and for mains we had the shrimp pasta, chicken, and wagyu burger (the only good one was the wagyu burger).”February 2023
“Outstanding dishes: Fish Moasic which was fresh and full of flavour and the Koji Corn.”
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“Outstanding dishes: Fish Moasic which was fresh and full of flavour and the Koji Corn.”January 2023
“- Green Beans Salad (6.5/10)”
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“- Green Beans Salad (6.5/10)”November 2022
“We ordered the beef burger, gulf coast and chicken kaarage. The beef burger was nice, the brioche bun was great. Gulf coast was also nice, the sauce was yum and fish was okay.”
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“We ordered the beef burger, gulf coast and chicken kaarage. The beef burger was nice, the brioche bun was great. Gulf coast was also nice, the sauce was yum and fish was okay.”October 2025
“Tieble Cafe is a true gem in Dubai. The Hishio Glaze Stean was perfectly cooked, tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The Hummus Cannelloni was a standout: wrapped in eggplant, it’s creamy, rich, and beautifully balanced with Orange & Tomato Fondue.”
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“Tieble Cafe is a true gem in Dubai. The Hishio Glaze Stean was perfectly cooked, tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The Hummus Cannelloni was a standout: wrapped in eggplant, it’s creamy, rich, and beautifully balanced with Orange & Tomato Fondue.”May 2025
“Tieble Cafe is a true gem in Dubai. The Hishio Glaze Stean was perfectly cooked, tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The Hummus Cannelloni was a standout: wrapped in eggplant, it’s creamy, rich, and beautifully balanced with Orange & Tomato Fondue.”
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“Tieble Cafe is a true gem in Dubai. The Hishio Glaze Stean was perfectly cooked, tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The Hummus Cannelloni was a standout: wrapped in eggplant, it’s creamy, rich, and beautifully balanced with Orange & Tomato Fondue.”May 2025
“- Hypnorals (8/10)”
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“- Hypnorals (8/10)”November 2022
“I highly recommend to go for their “Lazy Set Menu” (149aed/pers with drinks) that allows you to try their best sellers.”
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“I highly recommend to go for their “Lazy Set Menu” (149aed/pers with drinks) that allows you to try their best sellers.”September 2024
“Food is reasonably priced and excellent menu, all ingredients locally sourced. The local chorizo sausage is a must order.”
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“Food is reasonably priced and excellent menu, all ingredients locally sourced. The local chorizo sausage is a must order.”May 2025
“The Market Fish Crudo was also very fresh.”
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“The Market Fish Crudo was also very fresh.”February 2023
“Loved their meat burger, meat Sando sandwich, and their Caesar salad.”
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“Loved their meat burger, meat Sando sandwich, and their Caesar salad.”October 2023
“Loved their meat burger, meat Sando sandwich, and their Caesar salad.”
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“Loved their meat burger, meat Sando sandwich, and their Caesar salad.”October 2023
“I also had the pineapple punch which is very refreshing.”
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“I also had the pineapple punch which is very refreshing.”June 2023
“I forgot to add and remind, they bake fresh and nice bread. Must try the saffron cookie and other types of pastries.”
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“I forgot to add and remind, they bake fresh and nice bread. Must try the saffron cookie and other types of pastries.”August 2022
“Their season 2 tasting menu is inspired by the lifestyle of Bedouins. They support local and regional food systems which means their menu is devoted to providing what the land yields. Got to try many things for the first time and was very pleasantly surprised. The menu is unique and you’ve got to have an open mind and willingness to try new things to truly enjoy this experience.”
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“Their season 2 tasting menu is inspired by the lifestyle of Bedouins. They support local and regional food systems which means their menu is devoted to providing what the land yields. Got to try many things for the first time and was very pleasantly surprised. The menu is unique and you’ve got to have an open mind and willingness to try new things to truly enjoy this experience.”August 2022
“- Shio Koji Butter with Sourdough Bread (8.5/10)”
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“- Shio Koji Butter with Sourdough Bread (8.5/10)”November 2022
“The slow-cooked lamb with eggplant and spinach is a standout dish, although more chef engagement with guests would be a welcome addition.”
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“The slow-cooked lamb with eggplant and spinach is a standout dish, although more chef engagement with guests would be a welcome addition.”August 2023
“For starters we had the citrus salad, fermented hummus, and corn (all great), and for mains we had the shrimp pasta, chicken, and wagyu burger (the only good one was the wagyu burger).”
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“For starters we had the citrus salad, fermented hummus, and corn (all great), and for mains we had the shrimp pasta, chicken, and wagyu burger (the only good one was the wagyu burger).”February 2023
“Whauuuw Michelin green star well deserved🌸discovered a hidden diamond😍 Wild catfish from Fujeirah was so good I nearly licked the plate😂 Desert: Brown butter icecream with parsnip crisps, eadible flowers, umami caramel and pickled pineapple was the most amazing and surprising flavour pairing.”
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“Whauuuw Michelin green star well deserved🌸discovered a hidden diamond😍 Wild catfish from Fujeirah was so good I nearly licked the plate😂 Desert: Brown butter icecream with parsnip crisps, eadible flowers, umami caramel and pickled pineapple was the most amazing and surprising flavour pairing.”July 2025
“XO Tomato is also amazing with very tasty tomatos that complement the rictotta.”
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“XO Tomato is also amazing with very tasty tomatos that complement the rictotta.”February 2023
“Zucchini starter with pickled pears was well balanced and pretty to look at, perhaps overpriced at 85aed.”
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“Zucchini starter with pickled pears was well balanced and pretty to look at, perhaps overpriced at 85aed.”October 2023
Mixed feedback
“- Potato & Veal (7.5/10)”
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“- Potato & Veal (7.5/10)”November 2022
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“The Strawberry and Rose desert was an amazingly delicious desert.”
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“The Strawberry and Rose desert was an amazingly delicious desert.”February 2023
“I tried the seasonal kombucha, although I was not told what flavour it was. A little tart for my taste, but a very good authentic in house brewed kombucha.”
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“I tried the seasonal kombucha, although I was not told what flavour it was. A little tart for my taste, but a very good authentic in house brewed kombucha.”May 2022
“The berry croissant is too sweet.”
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“The berry croissant is too sweet.”March 2023
“We ordered the beef burger, gulf coast and chicken kaarage. The beef burger was nice, the brioche bun was great. Gulf coast was also nice, the sauce was yum and fish was okay. The chicken karage though felt like a mid attempt at butter chicken and naan.”
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“We ordered the beef burger, gulf coast and chicken kaarage. The beef burger was nice, the brioche bun was great. Gulf coast was also nice, the sauce was yum and fish was okay. The chicken karage though felt like a mid attempt at butter chicken and naan.”October 2025
“The coffee was a major disappointment .. also in the cup that was offered.. a expresso was offered in a dip cup.. very weird”
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“The coffee was a major disappointment .. also in the cup that was offered.. a expresso was offered in a dip cup.. very weird”April 2024
“We ordered a side of fries that were a little over-salted and would like to see an improvement on them. Maybe homemade chips? They didn’t match the high standards of the rest of the dishes.”
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“We ordered a side of fries that were a little over-salted and would like to see an improvement on them. Maybe homemade chips? They didn’t match the high standards of the rest of the dishes.”May 2022
“The meatballs were slightly dense but complemented by the exquisite tastes of the kefir mousse and pepper sauce.”
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“The meatballs were slightly dense but complemented by the exquisite tastes of the kefir mousse and pepper sauce.”May 2022
“Main dish, seasonal seared catfish was disappointing. Skin under-seared and slimy, flesh side of the fish over seared and dry. Served with sautéed baby gem in soy sauce, but then covered with tarragon cream sauce which appeared to have slightly split, for me the two flavour profiles just did not work together.”
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“Main dish, seasonal seared catfish was disappointing. Skin under-seared and slimy, flesh side of the fish over seared and dry. Served with sautéed baby gem in soy sauce, but then covered with tarragon cream sauce which appeared to have slightly split, for me the two flavour profiles just did not work together.”October 2023
“Really really love the concept and all our starters were fantastic, but the mains were super disappointing (for the shrimp pasta the waiter advised us to eat as quickly as possible, as the flavor changes "a lot" after it cools... Unfortunately it wasn't good hot either 🤷🏻♀️).”
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“Really really love the concept and all our starters were fantastic, but the mains were super disappointing (for the shrimp pasta the waiter advised us to eat as quickly as possible, as the flavor changes "a lot" after it cools... Unfortunately it wasn't good hot either 🤷🏻♀️).”February 2023
“then got black tea i didn’t like so much it was light.”
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“then got black tea i didn’t like so much it was light.”June 2024
“Lastly, the coffee latte is not good, the milk froth is not smooth, lots of bubbles on the surface and the coffee art is worse than nothing.”
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“Lastly, the coffee latte is not good, the milk froth is not smooth, lots of bubbles on the surface and the coffee art is worse than nothing.”March 2023
“We ordered Iced Latte, which is nothing more than a little bit of milk and a shot of coffee, but it was a tiny amount for AED 27!!! Come on guys, show us some generosity 😅😅”
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“We ordered Iced Latte, which is nothing more than a little bit of milk and a shot of coffee, but it was a tiny amount for AED 27!!! Come on guys, show us some generosity 😅😅”December 2024
Try Breakfast. Consider breakfast: reviewers specifically praised the menu and called the local chorizo sausage a must-order.
Order Set Menu. For a broader introduction, try the Lazy Set Menu, reported at 149aed per person with drinks.
Save Room. Leave space for dessert, especially the glazed donut, which reviewers describe as exceptionally soft and well baked.
Check Pastries. If ordering a pastry, check that it is fresh; one brunch visit included a stale recommendation.
Plan Conversation. For an easy conversation, check the music level first; one group found it too loud to hear each other.
Use Parking. Driving is practical according to one diner, who reported ample free parking at the venue.
Plan the visit
Some visits were excellent, but others found mains ordinary or poorly executed, including dry fish and disappointing shrimp pasta.
Coffee feedback is inconsistent, with complaints about average flavour, poor latte foam and drinks arriving too cool.
A brunch reviewer received a stale, unsweet pastry after asking staff to recommend something sweet.
One diner said a request for an extra-hot mocha was initially missed and met with an argument before being remade.
A group found the central music system too loud for conversation and were told its volume could not be reduced.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
Lazy Set Menu
“I highly recommend to go for their “Lazy Set Menu” (149aed/pers with drinks) that allows you to try their best sellers”Google review · September 2024
Iced Latte
“We ordered Iced Latte, which is nothing more than a little bit of milk and a shot of coffee, but it was a tiny amount for AED 27!!! Come on guys, show us some generosity 😅😅”Google review · December 2024
zucchini starter
“Zucchini starter with pickled pears was well balanced and pretty to look at, perhaps overpriced at 85aed”Google review · October 2023
The Bottom Line
Teible is a restaurant at Jameel Arts Centre in Al Jaddaf, where the menu follows seasonal, local-ingredient cooking and a sustainability-focused concept. It works well for breakfast after visiting the galleries, a relaxed creek-side lunch, or a quietly paced dinner. Reviewers repeatedly mention the pumpkin ravioli, eggplant dish, Garum burger and glazed donut, so those are useful starting points when available.
The setting is a major part of the appeal: minimalist, stylish and calm, with views towards the creek. The food can be genuinely inventive, from locally sourced produce and fermented elements to wild catfish paired with brown butter ice cream, parsnip crisps, umami caramel and pickled pineapple. The restaurant has also been praised for its Michelin Green Star and Bib Gourmand recognition.
That creativity is not completely consistent. Some diners found dishes ordinary, overly salty or poorly cooked, while coffee feedback ranges from excellent to average; one latte had bubbly foam, and one mocha arrived room temperature despite an extra-hot request. A pastry was also reported stale.
Prices are described as reasonable by some guests, though an iced latte was reported at AED 27 and a zucchini starter at AED 85. The Lazy Set Menu was reported at 149aed per person with drinks.