Juicy burgers
The Double Wagyu Burger and Ribs Burger are repeatedly praised for juicy, flavourful meat.
Nad Al Sheba
Tendain Café is a burger restaurant in Nad Al Sheba, with a broader menu that includes coffee and Asian-inspired dishes. Reviews especially point to the Double Wagyu Burger, Ribs Burger and freshly baked buns, while the maze-like café setting gives casual meals a distinctive backdrop.
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The Double Wagyu Burger and Ribs Burger are repeatedly praised for juicy, flavourful meat.
The café bakes its own bread, including a notably light, fluffy potato bun.
Wagyu cheese fries are a standout side, with one diner calling them a dish that changed their view of fries.
Siew mai and roasted oxtail have made a strong impression, showing the menu extends beyond burgers.
Coffee is a recurring strength, from signature coffee to cortado, piccolo latte and iced matcha drinks.
There is outdoor seating with attractive décor for cooler months, alongside indoor tables.
Egg Avocado Toast was described as fresh, balanced and more affordable than similar Dubai options.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Tendain Café, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“I think i just ate the best chicken burger on Dubai. Great staff too!”
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“I think i just ate the best chicken burger on Dubai. Great staff too!”July 2021
“Loved the brioche bun, the chicken burger was great, the chicken sando was good. The Double Wagyu burger was really greasy, it didn't fit with my taste”August 2021
“The Mango Stamina was a super thick smoothie which was super rich with Mango and really heavy as well.”
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“The Mango Stamina was a super thick smoothie which was super rich with Mango and really heavy as well.”January 2022
“Amazing burgers, the menu is really simple and easy to choose from. Loved their bacon beef burger and their amazing wagyu fries and mango stamina. The staff are friendly and helpful 👍🏻”April 2021
“The ox tail was also amazing!”
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“The ox tail was also amazing!”January 2026
“Their appetizers were just so unique and different but also so good and juicy to have especially the Samurai Prawns.”
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“Their appetizers were just so unique and different but also so good and juicy to have especially the Samurai Prawns.”January 2022
“Delicious 🤤 the samurai prawn was delicious & Double Wagyu Beef was also super delicious but the Ribs Burger was 💥 juicy and super delicious,,, very recommended”November 2021
“They have hands down one of the best siew mai we’ve had in the UAE!”
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“They have hands down one of the best siew mai we’ve had in the UAE!”January 2026
“Amazing burgers, the menu is really simple and easy to choose from. Loved their bacon beef burger and their amazing wagyu fries and mango stamina. The staff are friendly and helpful 👍🏻”
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“Amazing burgers, the menu is really simple and easy to choose from. Loved their bacon beef burger and their amazing wagyu fries and mango stamina. The staff are friendly and helpful 👍🏻”April 2021
“Great burgers i suggest the Double Wagyu Burger it was so delicious must try also wagyu fries was really good 👌🏻”March 2023
“Bowl of happiness - Spicy Chicken: Al dente noodles. The chicken balls were very good!”
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“Bowl of happiness - Spicy Chicken: Al dente noodles. The chicken balls were very good!”January 2026
“One of the best burgers u can try very yummy very juicy and what is special about them they bake there own (Bread) 🥯 and its super fluffy ,, and the best is brisket burger 🍔 highly recommended 👌🏽”
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“One of the best burgers u can try very yummy very juicy and what is special about them they bake there own (Bread) 🥯 and its super fluffy ,, and the best is brisket burger 🍔 highly recommended 👌🏽”June 2021
“I recommend the croissant, it was fresh and delicious .”
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“I recommend the croissant, it was fresh and delicious .”August 2024
“- Double Beef Wagyu Burger: 4/5. The meat is so high quality, juicy and flavorful. I loved every bite of it. The meat really carried the burger because honestly the sauces could have been much much better. But still, just a great classic beef burger”
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“- Double Beef Wagyu Burger: 4/5. The meat is so high quality, juicy and flavorful. I loved every bite of it. The meat really carried the burger because honestly the sauces could have been much much better. But still, just a great classic beef burger”July 2025
“I had the double Wagyu cheeseburger and fries. They were both awesome. Highly recommended and the softest bun ever.”
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“I had the double Wagyu cheeseburger and fries. They were both awesome. Highly recommended and the softest bun ever.”November 2021
“We ordered the Egg Avocado Toast, Piccolo Latte, and Cortado. Everything was perfect; the flavors were fresh, well-balanced, and exactly what I was hoping for. The Egg Avocado Toast was especially great, and more affordable compared to similar places in Dubai.”
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“We ordered the Egg Avocado Toast, Piccolo Latte, and Cortado. Everything was perfect; the flavors were fresh, well-balanced, and exactly what I was hoping for. The Egg Avocado Toast was especially great, and more affordable compared to similar places in Dubai.”May 2025
“We asked for their bestsellling burgers and they recommend us the Enoki Burger and the Double Wagyu Burger. Let’s talk about their bread which was freshly baked by them and we enjoyed how light it actually was than it looked. The beef patties and the minced meat that was super flavorful and so juicy to eat and we could not get enough of it.”
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“We asked for their bestsellling burgers and they recommend us the Enoki Burger and the Double Wagyu Burger. Let’s talk about their bread which was freshly baked by them and we enjoyed how light it actually was than it looked. The beef patties and the minced meat that was super flavorful and so juicy to eat and we could not get enough of it.”January 2022
“Simple/minimalist interior... yet TASTY ASIAN FUSION resto in Meydan neighborhood . Service was fantastic. Wagyu martabak + Nasi goreng were the star of my day .Not too oily as I expected. They've got western menu and a coffee shop too. Highly recommend it if you're after a tasty food ! They do delivery as well.”
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“Simple/minimalist interior... yet TASTY ASIAN FUSION resto in Meydan neighborhood . Service was fantastic. Wagyu martabak + Nasi goreng were the star of my day .Not too oily as I expected. They've got western menu and a coffee shop too. Highly recommend it if you're after a tasty food ! They do delivery as well.”September 2021
“We having a good time in Tendain tonight we have cortado with San Sebastian cheesecake was amazingly delicious and the taste was so good.”
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“We having a good time in Tendain tonight we have cortado with San Sebastian cheesecake was amazingly delicious and the taste was so good.”August 2024
“The Tendain Smash Patty in Dubai is a delicious and fresh option for those looking for a great burger. The patty is cooked to perfection and is juicy and flavorful, making for a satisfying and tasty meal. The toppings are fresh and add a nice crunch to the burger, enhancing the overall experience. Tendain Smash Patty is definitely one of the best burger options in Dubai, offering high-quality ingredients and a delicious taste. Whether you're a local resident or a tourist visiting Dubai, this burger is definitely worth trying. If you're looking for a great burger that is both delicious and fresh, Tendain Smash Patty is the perfect choice.”
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“The Tendain Smash Patty in Dubai is a delicious and fresh option for those looking for a great burger. The patty is cooked to perfection and is juicy and flavorful, making for a satisfying and tasty meal. The toppings are fresh and add a nice crunch to the burger, enhancing the overall experience. Tendain Smash Patty is definitely one of the best burger options in Dubai, offering high-quality ingredients and a delicious taste. Whether you're a local resident or a tourist visiting Dubai, this burger is definitely worth trying. If you're looking for a great burger that is both delicious and fresh, Tendain Smash Patty is the perfect choice.”February 2023
“Wagyu cheese fries is a fantastic dish that will make you change your mind about fries 😍”
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“Wagyu cheese fries is a fantastic dish that will make you change your mind about fries 😍”July 2021
“Simple/minimalist interior... yet TASTY ASIAN FUSION resto in Meydan neighborhood . Service was fantastic. Wagyu martabak + Nasi goreng were the star of my day .Not too oily as I expected. They've got western menu and a coffee shop too. Highly recommend it if you're after a tasty food ! They do delivery as well.”
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“Simple/minimalist interior... yet TASTY ASIAN FUSION resto in Meydan neighborhood . Service was fantastic. Wagyu martabak + Nasi goreng were the star of my day .Not too oily as I expected. They've got western menu and a coffee shop too. Highly recommend it if you're after a tasty food ! They do delivery as well.”September 2021
Only neutral feedback
“- Chicken Katsu: 3/5. Huge portion, enough for 2 people. Was it yummy? Sure. Did it taste exactly like instant maggi? Yes. The chicken itself was crispy and yum though”
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“Nice place to visit and to have a cofe + sweet . Many thanks to the friendly and welcoming staff thank you for your hospitality well trained. If I could rate the cafe ( cofe 4/5 , lava cake 3/5).”
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“We ordered the Egg Avocado Toast, Piccolo Latte, and Cortado. Everything was perfect; the flavors were fresh, well-balanced, and exactly what I was hoping for.”
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“We ordered the Egg Avocado Toast, Piccolo Latte, and Cortado. Everything was perfect; the flavors were fresh, well-balanced, and exactly what I was hoping for.”May 2025
“We having a good time in Tendain tonight we have cortado with San Sebastian cheesecake was amazingly delicious and the taste was so good.”August 2024
“Tendain UAE is truly a hidden gem in Dubai! The food is absolutely delicious — every dish is full of flavor and beautifully presented. The burgers, sushi , their Asian dishes were amazing, and best matcha iced latte were super refreshing.”
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“Tendain UAE is truly a hidden gem in Dubai! The food is absolutely delicious — every dish is full of flavor and beautifully presented. The burgers, sushi , their Asian dishes were amazing, and best matcha iced latte were super refreshing.”November 2025
“We ordered the Egg Avocado Toast, Piccolo Latte, and Cortado. Everything was perfect; the flavors were fresh, well-balanced, and exactly what I was hoping for.”
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“We ordered the Egg Avocado Toast, Piccolo Latte, and Cortado. Everything was perfect; the flavors were fresh, well-balanced, and exactly what I was hoping for.”May 2025
“They've got the absolute besttt signature coffee😍🏆✨all thanks to Lloyd's recommendation. 👍🏼 He's not just got good at services, but he's also very good-looking. Maybe the owner should think about having him model for the cafe. 😍💕”
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“They've got the absolute besttt signature coffee😍🏆✨all thanks to Lloyd's recommendation. 👍🏼 He's not just got good at services, but he's also very good-looking. Maybe the owner should think about having him model for the cafe. 😍💕”March 2024
Only neutral feedback
“- Iced Latte with Honey: 3/5. Nice coffee, nothing spectacular”
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“The food is the second time very disappointing, 2 days a go the brownie comes very liquid like mousse before as much better and today I order croissant with cheese and eggs and comes with salad , but the salad was disgusting the salad are not properly clean, the leaves are older and burn from the fridge.”
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“The food is the second time very disappointing, 2 days a go the brownie comes very liquid like mousse before as much better and today I order croissant with cheese and eggs and comes with salad , but the salad was disgusting the salad are not properly clean, the leaves are older and burn from the fridge.”March 2026
“- Chicken loaded fries: 2/5. Mid sauces, chicken was almost too crispy that it tasted sort of odd. Fries were okay. Overall pretty meh, wouldn’t recommend”
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“- Chicken loaded fries: 2/5. Mid sauces, chicken was almost too crispy that it tasted sort of odd. Fries were okay. Overall pretty meh, wouldn’t recommend”July 2025
“The food is the second time very disappointing, 2 days a go the brownie comes very liquid like mousse before as much better and today I order croissant with cheese and eggs and comes with salad , but the salad was disgusting the salad are not properly clean, the leaves are older and burn from the fridge.”
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“The food is the second time very disappointing, 2 days a go the brownie comes very liquid like mousse before as much better and today I order croissant with cheese and eggs and comes with salad , but the salad was disgusting the salad are not properly clean, the leaves are older and burn from the fridge.”March 2026
“I ordered a wagyu burger and ribs burger, but it was the worst burger I’ve ever tried. The price of the ribs burger was 77 AED, which was unacceptable. I hope you improve the food quality.”
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“I ordered a wagyu burger and ribs burger, but it was the worst burger I’ve ever tried. The price of the ribs burger was 77 AED, which was unacceptable. I hope you improve the food quality.”May 2025
“I ordered a lemon mint juice without ice and this is what I got served, the glass is just over half full! An absolute disappointment!”
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“I ordered a lemon mint juice without ice and this is what I got served, the glass is just over half full! An absolute disappointment!”September 2025
Try wagyu. For a first burger, consider the Double Wagyu Burger; reviews praise its sear, juicy patty and soft bun.
Add starters. Do not skip the starters: Samurai Prawns were singled out as a particularly juicy, distinctive choice.
Watch sauces. If ordering the Ribs Burger, ask for lighter BBQ sauce; one reviewer found it overly saucy.
Choose outdoors. Outdoor seating may suit you better if the interior feels too quiet or unpleasantly scented.
Plan groups. The café is small, with tables best suited to two or three people rather than large groups.
Try coffee. Leave room for coffee: signature coffee and cortado were among the drinks reviewers enjoyed most.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Several diners found prices high; one specifically objected to paying 77 AED for the Ribs Burger.
One visit found a runny brownie and poorly cleaned, older salad leaves, leading the reviewer not to return.
A diner waited more than 20 minutes to learn that an ordered item was unavailable.
Chicken loaded fries were criticised for mediocre sauces and chicken cooked so crisp it tasted odd.
One review liked the food and speed but found the furniture uncomfortable and in need of replacement.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
ribs burger
“The price of the ribs burger was 77 AED, which was unacceptable”Google review · May 2025
The Bottom Line
Tendain Café is a Nad Al Sheba burger restaurant with a menu that reaches beyond burgers into coffee and Asian-inspired dishes. The main draw is the burger selection: the Double Wagyu Burger is praised for its seared, juicy patties and pillow-soft bun, while the Ribs Burger brings slow-cooked beef rib and BBQ sauce. Wagyu fries are another frequently recommended order.
There is plenty for a non-burger visit too. Reviews highlight large, chicken-and-prawn-filled siew mai, roasted oxtail, Samurai Prawns and a well-regarded Egg Avocado Toast. Coffee is a consistent bright spot, with signature coffee, cortado and other café drinks mentioned positively.
The house-baked bread is a useful detail if you care about buns rather than just the filling. The setting is small and maze-like, creating pockets of privacy, with indoor and outdoor seating and a quiet, cosy feel. Tables suit two or three people, so larger groups may find it awkward.
Prices are often described as high, including one report of 77 AED for the Ribs Burger. Quality can vary: chicken loaded fries, sauces, desserts and salad preparation received criticism, and one visit involved a long wait to hear that an item was unavailable. Ask for less BBQ sauce if you prefer a cleaner-tasting ribs burger.