Garden setting
A peaceful, plant-filled garden and minimalist design make the café feel removed from the city.
The Eatery at Paus
Umm Suqeim
The Eatery at Paus is a wellness café and community hub in Umm Suqeim, set around a calm, plant-filled garden. Come for breakfast such as the Paratha Eggs Benedict, a well-regarded matcha, or a quiet coffee break with outdoor seating.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
387 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Matcha drinks
The matcha is repeatedly praised, including one described as rich, smooth and balanced and another called the best hot matcha in Dubai.
Vegan choices
The menu includes several vegan options, including vegan chili and side tofu.
Warm service
Reviews often describe the team as friendly, attentive and genuinely welcoming, with service that can make the visit feel personal.
Outdoor seating
The terrace and courtyard give you a comfortable garden setting, especially when the weather is pleasant.
Breakfast variety
Breakfast stands out, with positive mentions of the halloumi sandwich, egg dishes, pancakes and Paratha Eggs Benedict.
Work-friendly space
The café is used for working and catching up, with quiet corners, garden seating and a stated minimum spend for longer stays.
What to Eat at The Eatery at Paus How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For The Eatery at Paus, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of The Eatery at Paus, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Avocado toast Net +2
“Also highly recommend their matcha & their avocado toast!”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Also highly recommend their matcha & their avocado toast!”September 2022
“The lotus pudding is a must try! The avocado toast is the best one I’ve had so far.”June 2023
Honorable mentions (16)
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Chicken peanut salad Net +1
“Food is excellent (you got to try the Peruvian chicken and the chicken peanut salad) as is the espresso.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Food is excellent (you got to try the Peruvian chicken and the chicken peanut salad) as is the espresso.”January 2025
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Full meal Net +1
“The food and drinks were outstanding – fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether you’re stopping by for coffee or a full meal, you’ll leave satisfied.”
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Review excerpts
“The food and drinks were outstanding – fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether you’re stopping by for coffee or a full meal, you’ll leave satisfied.”January 2025
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Halloumi grilled vegetables and pesto sandwich Net +1
“Great food - the halloumi, grilled vegetables and pesto sandwich was delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Great food - the halloumi, grilled vegetables and pesto sandwich was delicious.”June 2026
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Halloumi sandwich Net +1
“I highly recommend truffle egg croissant and halloumi sandwich .”
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Review excerpts
“I highly recommend truffle egg croissant and halloumi sandwich .”May 2024
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Hummus dip Net +1
“Truly the best hummus dip & paratha egg Benedict”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Truly the best hummus dip & paratha egg Benedict”June 2026
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Lotus pudding Net +1
“The lotus pudding is a must try! The avocado toast is the best one I’ve had so far.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The lotus pudding is a must try! The avocado toast is the best one I’ve had so far.”June 2023
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Paratha egg benedict Net +1
“Truly the best hummus dip & paratha egg Benedict”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Truly the best hummus dip & paratha egg Benedict”June 2026
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Peruvian chicken Net +1
“Food is excellent (you got to try the Peruvian chicken and the chicken peanut salad) as is the espresso.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Food is excellent (you got to try the Peruvian chicken and the chicken peanut salad) as is the espresso.”January 2025
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Pesto-besto sandwich Net +1
“The fry up breakfast was little too alternative for me ! But the pesto-besto sandwich was yummy! Lovely decor and the fact they use online bill payment. A must go”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The fry up breakfast was little too alternative for me ! But the pesto-besto sandwich was yummy! Lovely decor and the fact they use online bill payment. A must go”May 2023
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Scrambled eggs Net +1
“Scrambled eggs also good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Scrambled eggs also good.”June 2026
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Simba one Net +1
“I enjoyed the smoothies. May suggested the Simba one, her smile is so sweet.”
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Review excerpts
“I enjoyed the smoothies. May suggested the Simba one, her smile is so sweet.”March 2026
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Smoothies Net +1
“The drinks are not so fancy but still the good ones. I enjoyed the smoothies.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The drinks are not so fancy but still the good ones. I enjoyed the smoothies.”March 2026
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Truffle egg croissant Net +1
“I highly recommend truffle egg croissant and halloumi sandwich .”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I highly recommend truffle egg croissant and halloumi sandwich .”May 2024
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Vegan chili Net +1
“The vegan chili and the side tofu are my fav there, with a peach blossom infusion!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The vegan chili and the side tofu are my fav there, with a peach blossom infusion!”January 2025
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Pancakes Net 0
Mixed feedback
“the pancakes were fluffy and the sandwich was really crispy with a very nice touch of flavours.”
Positive 2Negative 2
Review excerpts
“the pancakes were fluffy and the sandwich was really crispy with a very nice touch of flavours.”February 2025
“Had a nice black sesame latte with my pancakes that were hot a delicious!”February 2026
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French toast Net 0
Mixed feedback
“A really beautiful location and the food was literally one of the best French toast and açai bowls we have had in 6 years of living in Dubai!”
Positive 1Negative 1Neutral 1
Review excerpts
“A really beautiful location and the food was literally one of the best French toast and açai bowls we have had in 6 years of living in Dubai!”October 2023
Drinks 1
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Matcha Net +4
“Their matcha was especially impressive rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced in flavor. Definitely worth a visit if you enjoy a good matcha experience.”
Positive 4Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Their matcha was especially impressive rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced in flavor. Definitely worth a visit if you enjoy a good matcha experience.”April 2026
“the coffee was great, my friend loved the matcha.”February 2025
Honorable mentions (9)
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Black sesame latte Net +1
“Had a nice black sesame latte with my pancakes that were hot a delicious!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Had a nice black sesame latte with my pancakes that were hot a delicious!”February 2026
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Brazilian coffee Net +1
“Tasty food, delicious Brazilian coffee.”
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Review excerpts
“Tasty food, delicious Brazilian coffee.”March 2024
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Cappuccino Net +1
“The Cappuccino is perfect strong cafe.”
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Review excerpts
“The Cappuccino is perfect strong cafe.”September 2023
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Drinks Net +1
“The drinks are not so fancy but still the good ones. I enjoyed the smoothies.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The drinks are not so fancy but still the good ones. I enjoyed the smoothies.”March 2026
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Espresso Net +1
“Food is excellent (you got to try the Peruvian chicken and the chicken peanut salad) as is the espresso.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Food is excellent (you got to try the Peruvian chicken and the chicken peanut salad) as is the espresso.”January 2025
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Hot matcha latte Net +1
“This place has the best hot matcha latte I have tried so far in Dubai! And I have attended the sunrise sound bath workshop today morning it was quite an experience with a lovely and loving community and peaceful space; would definitely recommend it and attend more workshops at Paus;. In addition; they offer a variety of programs as well worth checking out! And did I mentioned how good the hot matcha latte is, yes ! It’s worth mentioning twice!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“This place has the best hot matcha latte I have tried so far in Dubai! And I have attended the sunrise sound bath workshop today morning it was quite an experience with a lovely and loving community and peaceful space; would definitely recommend it and attend more workshops at Paus;. In addition; they offer a variety of programs as well worth checking out! And did I mentioned how good the hot matcha latte is, yes ! It’s worth mentioning twice!”June 2024
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Matcha latte Net +1
“Their Matcha Latte is a must taste.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Their Matcha Latte is a must taste.”July 2025
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Randall smoothie Net +1
“I would definitely recommend the Randall smoothie - one of the best ever (with the vegan vanilla protein powder).”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I would definitely recommend the Randall smoothie - one of the best ever (with the vegan vanilla protein powder).”March 2024
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Spirulina coffee Net +1
“The matcha and the spirulina coffee were really good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The matcha and the spirulina coffee were really good.”May 2024
What to Avoid (4)
Food 3
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Fry up breakfast Net −1
“The fry up breakfast was little too alternative for me ! But the pesto-besto sandwich was yummy! Lovely decor and the fact they use online bill payment. A must go”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The fry up breakfast was little too alternative for me ! But the pesto-besto sandwich was yummy! Lovely decor and the fact they use online bill payment. A must go”May 2023
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Poached eggs Net −1
“I ordered two poached eggs that comes with sourdough and side extra beef bacon.. I got a plate with two sourdough bread, two poached egg on the edge of the same plate, and beef bacon on a mini side plate. I just stared at it for a couple of seconds as I do not get presented In this manner in my own house.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I ordered two poached eggs that comes with sourdough and side extra beef bacon.. I got a plate with two sourdough bread, two poached egg on the edge of the same plate, and beef bacon on a mini side plate. I just stared at it for a couple of seconds as I do not get presented In this manner in my own house.”February 2026
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Shakshouka Net −1
“However food so far was average, and very disappointing shakshouka- not actually shakshouka at all as it’s rather 2 poached eggs in tomato sauce with added feta, not baked in oven at all as it should be. Hope this will improve”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“However food so far was average, and very disappointing shakshouka- not actually shakshouka at all as it’s rather 2 poached eggs in tomato sauce with added feta, not baked in oven at all as it should be. Hope this will improve”March 2026
Drinks 1
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Blue matcha Net −1
“Blue matcha 2/10”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Blue matcha 2/10”May 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Plan offline. Download anything you need before arriving: one visitor reported no cell reception and non-working WiFi on two visits.
Allow time. Service has been slow for some diners, so avoid a tight schedule if you are visiting at a busy breakfast or weekend period.
Check parking. Allow extra time to find parking, as one Sunday visitor found spaces at a premium.
Try matcha. Matcha is one of the safest signature orders, with the hot version receiving especially strong praise.
Check shakshouka. If you specifically want traditional baked shakshouka, ask how it is prepared first; one review found two poached eggs in tomato sauce instead.
Work minimum. If you plan to work for more than two hours, note the reported 150-dirham minimum spend.
Plan the visit
Practical details
The Eatery at Paus - 1119, 19A Street - Al Wasl Rd
Umm Al Sheif - Umm Suqeim, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Poor connectivity
There was no cell reception and the WiFi did not work during two visits, so it may not suit anyone who needs to stay reachable.
Uneven service
One busy Sunday visit involved a wrong item and a missed item, while other reviews mention slow service.
Shakshouka mismatch
One diner found the shakshouka unlike the expected baked dish, describing it as poached eggs in tomato sauce with feta.
Food presentation
A breakfast order of poached eggs, sourdough and beef bacon was criticised for awkward plating and a lack of garnish.
Parking pressure
Parking can be difficult or limited, particularly when the café is busy.
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The Bottom Line
The Eatery at Paus is a calm café and community hub in Umm Suqeim, built around a leafy garden and relaxed wellness-centre atmosphere. It suits a slow breakfast, coffee catch-up or quiet work session more than a rushed meal. Outdoor seating is a major draw when Dubai’s weather cooperates.
Breakfast is a strong starting point. The Paratha Eggs Benedict, halloumi sandwich, avocado toast and matcha all appear in enthusiastic reviews, while vegan diners have options such as vegan chili and side tofu. The hot matcha latte is especially celebrated, and the menu also includes smoothies, salads and coffee drinks.
Service is often described as kind and attentive, but it is not perfectly consistent. Some visits were quick and smooth; others involved long waits, a missed item or a wrong dish. One diner also found the shakshouka closer to two poached eggs in tomato sauce with feta than traditional baked shakshouka, so ask if preparation matters to you.
There are practical catches. Parking can be tight, and one pair of visits found both mobile reception and WiFi unavailable. If you plan to work beyond two hours, a review reports a 150-dirham minimum spend.
The garden’s quiet, disconnected feel is either a bonus or a nuisance, depending on your plans.