Calm Setting
A quiet, relaxed café close to Dubai Mall, useful when you want a slower meal away from the surrounding bustle.
The Grazer
Downtown Dubai
The Grazer is a relaxed restaurant in Downtown Dubai, inside the Mövenpick Hotel Apartments, serving breakfast, brunch and casual meals. Reviews point to a calm setting near Dubai Mall, with dishes such as housemade lasagna and coconut chocolate chia pudding standing out.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
154 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Breakfast Choice
Breakfast is described as delicious and well-balanced, with a daily option that suits both hotel guests and walk-in diners.
Warm Service
Reviews repeatedly describe the team as attentive, polite and helpful, including thoughtful assistance with choosing a daytime meal.
Family Friendly
Families can find board games at the restaurant, and one child received a complimentary hash brown with breakfast.
Generous Portions
The green mango salad and tofu pizza were generous enough for one diner to take half of both dishes away.
Valet Parking
Some diners specifically mention valet parking as a useful convenience when visiting the hotel restaurant.
Fresh Drinks
Saturday brunch reviewers singled out the fresh juices, while another review praised the refreshing drinks and detox water.
What to Eat at The Grazer 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 Grazer, 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.
These items at The Grazer got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Brunch Net +1
“The best brunch that we had ever twist of Italian taste and a beautiful ambiance.”
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“The best brunch that we had ever twist of Italian taste and a beautiful ambiance.”February 2024
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Coconut chocolate chia pudding Net +1
“Special recommendations - coconut chocolate chia pudding!”
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“Special recommendations - coconut chocolate chia pudding!”April 2026
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Delicious lazy breakfast Net +1
“Enjoy Delicious Lazy Breakfast at @thegrazer.downtown , a hidden gem nestled in Downtown Dubai.”
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“Enjoy Delicious Lazy Breakfast at @thegrazer.downtown , a hidden gem nestled in Downtown Dubai.”June 2024
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French toast Net +1
“From the French toast to the lamb shank the food has been wonderful.”
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“From the French toast to the lamb shank the food has been wonderful.”September 2024
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Green mango salad Net +1
“I ordered from their Indian Fusion menu this evening and was not disappointed. The green mango salad was tasty and quite generous as was the pizza with tofu. In fact, so generous that I took half of both dishes back to my room with me! My waiter, Salin, was gracious, attentive, efficient, and very accommodating when I asked to pack my left overs for Take Away! May very well go there again before the end of my stay in Dubai.”
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“I ordered from their Indian Fusion menu this evening and was not disappointed. The green mango salad was tasty and quite generous as was the pizza with tofu. In fact, so generous that I took half of both dishes back to my room with me! My waiter, Salin, was gracious, attentive, efficient, and very accommodating when I asked to pack my left overs for Take Away! May very well go there again before the end of my stay in Dubai.”January 2026
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Housemade lasagna (beef) Net +1
“We highly recommend the Housemade Lasagna (beef) and their special Ramen.”
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“We highly recommend the Housemade Lasagna (beef) and their special Ramen.”January 2024
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Lamb shank Net +1
“From the French toast to the lamb shank the food has been wonderful.”
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“From the French toast to the lamb shank the food has been wonderful.”September 2024
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Lamb with mashed potato Net +1
“I had lasagna and passion lemonade while my partner enjoyed lamb with mashed potato with also the same refreshing passion lemonade. The food and drink were really tasty!”
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“I had lasagna and passion lemonade while my partner enjoyed lamb with mashed potato with also the same refreshing passion lemonade. The food and drink were really tasty!”November 2024
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Lasagna Net +1
“I had lasagna and passion lemonade while my partner enjoyed lamb with mashed potato with also the same refreshing passion lemonade. The food and drink were really tasty!”
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“I had lasagna and passion lemonade while my partner enjoyed lamb with mashed potato with also the same refreshing passion lemonade. The food and drink were really tasty!”November 2024
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Mackerel Net +1
“The mackerel was a hi light and the tigers milk prawns are a must.”
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“The mackerel was a hi light and the tigers milk prawns are a must.”August 2024
Honorable mentions (6)
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Mango/chocolate chia pudding Net +1
“Breakfast at Movenpick Hotel Apartments has been consistently delicious, along with great service from Binod, Renu and Joseline. Highly recommend the Mango/Chocolate chia pudding!”
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“Breakfast at Movenpick Hotel Apartments has been consistently delicious, along with great service from Binod, Renu and Joseline. Highly recommend the Mango/Chocolate chia pudding!”April 2026
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Pizza with tofu Net +1
“I ordered from their Indian Fusion menu this evening and was not disappointed. The green mango salad was tasty and quite generous as was the pizza with tofu. In fact, so generous that I took half of both dishes back to my room with me! My waiter, Salin, was gracious, attentive, efficient, and very accommodating when I asked to pack my left overs for Take Away! May very well go there again before the end of my stay in Dubai.”
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Review excerpts
“I ordered from their Indian Fusion menu this evening and was not disappointed. The green mango salad was tasty and quite generous as was the pizza with tofu. In fact, so generous that I took half of both dishes back to my room with me! My waiter, Salin, was gracious, attentive, efficient, and very accommodating when I asked to pack my left overs for Take Away! May very well go there again before the end of my stay in Dubai.”January 2026
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Saturday brunch Net +1
“We had the Saturday brunch and slowly chatted our way through the delicious dishes, so many favorites.”
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“We had the Saturday brunch and slowly chatted our way through the delicious dishes, so many favorites.”August 2024
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Special ramen Net +1
“We highly recommend the Housemade Lasagna (beef) and their special Ramen. We thought that it will be like the one with the soup, but its different. First time we tried it, and we loved it!”
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“We highly recommend the Housemade Lasagna (beef) and their special Ramen. We thought that it will be like the one with the soup, but its different. First time we tried it, and we loved it!”January 2024
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Special tiramisu Net +1
“Loved the Aesthetics Ambiance, Super delicious Food and very refreshing Drinks, also not to forget their Special Tiramisu … Highly Recommend!!”
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“Loved the Aesthetics Ambiance, Super delicious Food and very refreshing Drinks, also not to forget their Special Tiramisu … Highly Recommend!!”June 2024
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Tigers milk prawns Net +1
“The mackerel was a hi light and the tigers milk prawns are a must.”
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“The mackerel was a hi light and the tigers milk prawns are a must.”August 2024
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Coffee Net +1
“We enjoyed a tasty lunch and a nice coffee. The other staff were also kind and professional. Nice cool place to enjoy lunch and coffee with a friendly professional service🥰”
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“We enjoyed a tasty lunch and a nice coffee. The other staff were also kind and professional. Nice cool place to enjoy lunch and coffee with a friendly professional service🥰”June 2026
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Detox water Net +1
“visited grazer restaurant and the ambience was very nice. We had detox water. It was amazing and the service department they have very amazing with their work specially Vinay and Niranjan. I really appreciate their food and beverage service and we had a great time at grazer thank you very much guys. We will come back again.”
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“visited grazer restaurant and the ambience was very nice. We had detox water. It was amazing and the service department they have very amazing with their work specially Vinay and Niranjan. I really appreciate their food and beverage service and we had a great time at grazer thank you very much guys. We will come back again.”February 2024
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Fresh juice Net +1
“Try a fresh juice they were so good”
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“Try a fresh juice they were so good”August 2024
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Passion lemonade Net +1
“I had lasagna and passion lemonade while my partner enjoyed lamb with mashed potato with also the same refreshing passion lemonade. The food and drink were really tasty!”
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“I had lasagna and passion lemonade while my partner enjoyed lamb with mashed potato with also the same refreshing passion lemonade. The food and drink were really tasty!”November 2024
What to Avoid (1)
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Unlimited breakfast option Net −1
“Went for their unlimited breakfast option the menu looked promising the food was sub par and not what we expected based on reviews so thus this will be our only visit”
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“Went for their unlimited breakfast option the menu looked promising the food was sub par and not what we expected based on reviews so thus this will be our only visit”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid Rushes. If you have a morning appointment, visit outside busy periods: one review says service slowed sharply when the café filled up.
Check Drinks. Before ordering breakfast, ask whether coffee or tea is included, since reviewers found beverages were charged separately.
Try Lasagna. For a substantial casual meal, consider the housemade beef lasagna, which a repeat visitor specifically recommended.
Use Valet. If you are driving to the hotel restaurant, valet parking is mentioned as an available convenience.
Bring Kids. Families may want to allow time for the board games available while breakfast is being served.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Ohood Street
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Service can become very slow when the café is busy; one diner waited almost an hour and missed breakfast before a morning appointment.
Extra Drinks
At least two breakfast reviews objected that coffee or tea was charged separately rather than included in the breakfast menu.
Food Inconsistency
Although many reviews praise the food, one guest found the unlimited breakfast subpar and another said the food was not up to standard.
Order Errors
One breakfast order arrived with incorrect bread, poorly toasted replacement bread and cold eggs.
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The Bottom Line
The Grazer is a hotel restaurant in Downtown Dubai that works especially well for breakfast, brunch or an unhurried casual meal. It is inside the Mövenpick Hotel Apartments and a short walk from Dubai Mall, yet several diners describe the setting as calm and tucked away from the city’s busier surroundings. Families have board games to use during breakfast, and one child was given a complimentary hash brown.
There is enough variety to move beyond the morning menu. Reviewers mention the housemade beef lasagna, a distinctive ramen, green mango salad, tofu pizza and Saturday brunch dishes including mackerel and tiger’s milk prawns. Coconut chocolate chia pudding and mango/chocolate chia pudding also receive specific praise, while fresh juices and refreshing drinks are popular accompaniments.
Portions can be generous: one guest took half of both a salad and pizza away. Service is usually the strongest part of the experience, with reviews describing attentive, friendly staff and helpful meal recommendations. The main caution is consistency during busy periods.
One breakfast took almost an hour, involved bread and temperature errors, and caused a guest to miss an appointment. Coffee or tea may also be charged separately from breakfast, so check before ordering. Valet parking is mentioned as a plus.