Large portions
Main dishes are notably generous: one review says two dishes can feed three to four people.
The Cheesecake Factory
Al Barsha
The Cheesecake Factory is an American chain restaurant in Al Barsha with a very broad menu and notably generous portions. Reviews point to it as a reliable stop for comfort-food mains such as pasta or Steak Diane, followed by a substantial slice of cheesecake.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
6,364 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Cheesecake choice
The cheesecakes are a strong draw, with the Godiva version described as rich and smooth rather than overly sweet.
Broad menu
The menu covers varied tastes, from pasta and burgers to lighter Skinnylicious dishes and seafood.
Family seating
A large birthday group received a private corner that gave children some room without disturbing other diners.
Warm bread
Warm brown bread with butter is repeatedly mentioned as a favourite pre-meal touch.
Helpful service
Several visits describe staff as attentive and good at recommending dishes when they understand a guest’s preferences.
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid peak times. Allow for a 20–30 minute wait for a seat on weekends, or try visiting outside the busiest periods.
Share mains. Consider sharing: the portions are large enough that two dishes may suit three or four people.
Clarify dinner. If asking for a recommendation, specify that you want a substantial main; one diner received a fries-heavy shrimp basket as dinner.
Check takeaway. For takeaway, check the packed dishes before leaving; one order contained a different shrimp dish from the one requested.
Ask about views. If the Ski Dubai view matters, ask about current seating availability because reviews differ on whether the view is accessible.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Mall of Emirates
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Uneven service
Some diners found it difficult to attract a waiter, including one who asked four passing staff members for help.
Loud dining room
Multiple reviews describe the restaurant as extremely noisy, making conversation and relaxed dining difficult.
Long waits
Seating and meal service can take time: reviews mention 20–30 minutes for a weekend seat and delayed orders.
Inconsistent dishes
Food quality is not uniform; reviewers called some new dishes hit-or-miss and found examples of bland or average mains.
Serious complaint
One review reports a racist comment from a server and says the follow-up apology did not feel adequate.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 104
Gumbo
“The Gumbo especially felt like a VERY average dish with basic ingredients that tasted more homemade than restaurant quality, yet it was priced at AED 104!”Google review · May 2026
AED 322+
total bill
“The total bill was AED 322+, yet the food quality honestly did not justify the pricing at all”Google review · May 2026
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The Bottom Line
The Cheesecake Factory in Al Barsha is a broad-menu American restaurant built around generous comfort-food portions and its large dessert selection. You can come for dishes such as Steak Diane, Honey Chicken Pasta or Skinnylicious Shrimp Tacos, then share a slice of cheesecake. The warm brown bread served before the meal is a small but frequently praised part of the experience.
Portions are unusually large: one review says two dishes can feed three to four people, so sharing can make the meal better value. Cheesecake flavours that drew specific praise include Godiva, Red Velvet, Strawberry and Mango Key Lime. The menu’s variety also helps groups with different appetites, including families and guests looking for lighter choices.
Service is mixed rather than reliably smooth. Some diners describe attentive recommendations and quick, friendly visits, while others struggled to flag down staff or encountered an unwelcoming manner. Food is similarly uneven, with standout pasta, burgers and seafood alongside reports of bland or average dishes.
Plan around the busy periods: weekend seating can take 20–30 minutes, and the dining room is often very loud. If you want a Ski Dubai view, ask about seating when you arrive, as recent reviews give conflicting impressions about its availability.