Breakfast range
The extensive breakfast menu gives families plenty of choice, including options for children.
The Hamptons Cafe & Restaurant Arabian Ranches
Arabian Ranches
The Hamptons Cafe & Restaurant Arabian Ranches is a restaurant and cafe set in the tranquil greenery of Arabian Ranches. It suits relaxed breakfasts, brunches and family meals, with customer favourites including the cappuccino, lotus French toast and organic beef short ribs.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
1,138 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Outdoor seating
The terrace and outdoor seating are recurring highlights, with plenty of tree parking nearby.
Family friendly
Reviews describe the atmosphere as calm and family-friendly, making relaxed meals with children easier.
Remote working
The cafe has been found comfortable enough for working remotely as well as dining.
Short ribs
The organic beef short ribs were praised for being tender, perfectly cooked and full of flavour.
Desserts
Desserts are a strong draw, particularly the lotus French toast and lavender macaroon.
Parking
Free parking and ample parking space make the Arabian Ranches location convenient for drivers.
What to Eat at The Hamptons Cafe & Restaurant Arabian Ranches 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 Hamptons Cafe & Restaurant Arabian Ranches, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Hamptons Cafe & Restaurant Arabian Ranches got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Lotus french toasts Net +2
“And of course, lotus french toasts are outstanding! Want to try all desserts menu with every visit🤤.”
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“And of course, lotus french toasts are outstanding! Want to try all desserts menu with every visit🤤.”February 2021
“Try the ice teas, beet latte and lotus french toasts! It’s delicious”December 2020
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Pina colada Net +2
“Lastly for the drink we had Pina Colada, this was the best ever it was super refreshing and the flavors were so well together.”
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“Lastly for the drink we had Pina Colada, this was the best ever it was super refreshing and the flavors were so well together.”November 2025
“My fav.. shrimps risotto n pina colas.”December 2020
Honorable mentions (18)
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Avacado on toast Net +1
“The stuffed mushrooms, the avacado on toast, the latte... everything is top notch.”
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“The stuffed mushrooms, the avacado on toast, the latte... everything is top notch.”September 2024
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Big breakfast Net +1
“We ordered the big breakfast, which is kind of a small party.”
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“We ordered the big breakfast, which is kind of a small party.”February 2025
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Caramelized banana waffle Net +1
“The food is good not the best I had but the caramelized banana waffle was delicious.”
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“The food is good not the best I had but the caramelized banana waffle was delicious.”April 2023
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Chocolate cake Net +1
“My daughter loved her chocolate cake too....”
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“My daughter loved her chocolate cake too....”March 2021
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Club sandwich Net +1
“I personally enjoyed the cappuccino and the Club Sandwich.”
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“I personally enjoyed the cappuccino and the Club Sandwich.”February 2026
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Greek shakshuka Net +1
“The greek shakshuka was spot on with burstful flavours.”
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“The greek shakshuka was spot on with burstful flavours.”September 2024
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Halloumi club sandwich Net +1
“I had the bagel salmon cream sandwich and my dad Halloumi club sandwich. My dad loved his order, we chased it down with a strawberry milk shake and Spanish latte. The food was good, the service was a bit slow, but the guys where doing their best.”
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“I had the bagel salmon cream sandwich and my dad Halloumi club sandwich. My dad loved his order, we chased it down with a strawberry milk shake and Spanish latte. The food was good, the service was a bit slow, but the guys where doing their best.”February 2022
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Hampton burger Net +1
“We had lasagna which was the best I’ve had in a while, and Hampton burger which was flavorful but the patty was a bit dry.”
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“We had lasagna which was the best I’ve had in a while, and Hampton burger which was flavorful but the patty was a bit dry.”December 2025
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Lamb and saffron risotto Net +1
“The next we ordered was the lamb and saffron risotto, the lamb was cooked really perfectly although the risotto was a bit too watery like porridge.. that would be my only critic. The flavors were good though.”
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“The next we ordered was the lamb and saffron risotto, the lamb was cooked really perfectly although the risotto was a bit too watery like porridge.. that would be my only critic. The flavors were good though.”November 2025
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Lamb risotto Net +1
“We tried the Lamb Risotto and Salmon with Broccoli—both dishes were beautifully presented and full of flavor. The lamb was tender and rich, while the salmon was cooked perfectly with fresh, well-seasoned broccoli on the side.”
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“We tried the Lamb Risotto and Salmon with Broccoli—both dishes were beautifully presented and full of flavor. The lamb was tender and rich, while the salmon was cooked perfectly with fresh, well-seasoned broccoli on the side.”July 2025
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Lasagna Net +1
“We had lasagna which was the best I’ve had in a while, and Hampton burger which was flavorful but the patty was a bit dry.”
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“We had lasagna which was the best I’ve had in a while, and Hampton burger which was flavorful but the patty was a bit dry.”December 2025
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Lavander macaroon Net +1
“To top it, their lavander macaroon is our all time fave.”
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“To top it, their lavander macaroon is our all time fave.”May 2023
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Organic beef short ribs Net +1
“The organic beef short ribs were amazing perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor.”
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“The organic beef short ribs were amazing perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor.”June 2026
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Salmon with broccoli Net +1
“We tried the Lamb Risotto and Salmon with Broccoli—both dishes were beautifully presented and full of flavor. The lamb was tender and rich, while the salmon was cooked perfectly with fresh, well-seasoned broccoli on the side.”
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“We tried the Lamb Risotto and Salmon with Broccoli—both dishes were beautifully presented and full of flavor. The lamb was tender and rich, while the salmon was cooked perfectly with fresh, well-seasoned broccoli on the side.”July 2025
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Seafood pie Net +1
“Of everything I’ve had- liked the seafood pie the best.”
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“Of everything I’ve had- liked the seafood pie the best.”August 2022
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Shrimps risotto Net +1
“My fav.. shrimps risotto n pina colas.”
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“My fav.. shrimps risotto n pina colas.”December 2020
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Stuffed mushrooms Net +1
“The stuffed mushrooms, the avacado on toast, the latte... everything is top notch.”
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“The stuffed mushrooms, the avacado on toast, the latte... everything is top notch.”September 2024
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Waffle with banana and nuts Net +1
“And the waffle with banana and nuts was a treat to taste.”
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“And the waffle with banana and nuts was a treat to taste.”September 2024
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Beet latte Net +1
“Try the ice teas, beet latte and lotus french toasts! It’s delicious”
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“Try the ice teas, beet latte and lotus french toasts! It’s delicious”December 2020
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Cappuccino Net +1
“I personally enjoyed the cappuccino and the Club Sandwich.”
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“I personally enjoyed the cappuccino and the Club Sandwich.”February 2026
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Coffee Net +1
“A must to visit, at least for a cup of coffee. Beautiful presentation, even the coffee cup.”
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“A must to visit, at least for a cup of coffee. Beautiful presentation, even the coffee cup.”April 2026
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Peach and pear tea Net +1
“Peach and pear tea was also good choice in addition to toasts.”
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“Peach and pear tea was also good choice in addition to toasts.”February 2021
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Turmeric latte Net +1
“Turmeric latte was interesting.”
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“Turmeric latte was interesting.”June 2022
What to Avoid (3)
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Thai noodle salad Net −1
“- Thai noodle salad was dry, for desert the Cake was quite a while after serving coffee, it should be served together.”
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“- Thai noodle salad was dry, for desert the Cake was quite a while after serving coffee, it should be served together.”June 2026
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Cortado Net −1
“The Cortado was a little disappointing. It tasted like a burnt latte.”
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“The Cortado was a little disappointing. It tasted like a burnt latte.”October 2023
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Sparkling water Net −1
“- sparkling water flat but was changed”
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“- sparkling water flat but was changed”June 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose timing. Visit outside peak periods if you want a quieter meal; one busy visit became noisy because of the crowd.
Check add-ons. Ask about supplement pricing before adding grilled chicken: one review says the add-on cost 32dhs.
Time dessert. If ordering coffee and cake, ask for them together; one visit had the cake arrive well after the coffee.
Try terrace. Consider the terrace when the weather suits it; reviewers highlight it as a pleasant seating option.
Bring children. The extensive menu and calm, family-friendly setting make breakfast with children a practical choice.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Community Center - 1
Wadi Al Safa 6 - Arabian Ranches, Dubai
| 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 |
Common Concerns
High pricing
Several reviews consider the pricing high; one specifically found a single espresso expensive at AED 20.
Busy service
Service can slow down when the restaurant is busy, with one reviewer noting only one server covered an area.
Noise levels
Crowding and a party machine have both made the dining room noticeably noisy.
Inconsistent dishes
Individual dishes have missed the mark, including a dry Thai noodle salad and watery lamb risotto.
Seating cleanliness
One visit found dirty, stained chairs and a discarded straw left on a seat.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 20
single espresso
“For example, a single espresso at AED 20 seems slightly overpriced compared to similar cafes in Dubai”Google review · April 2026
32dhs
addition grilled chicken to the Salad
“- addition grilled chicken to the Salad ( not even proper grilled chicken) 32dhs (50% of price of salad)”Google review · June 2026
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The Bottom Line
The Hamptons Cafe & Restaurant in Arabian Ranches is a polished cafe-restaurant for breakfast, brunch, coffee and unhurried meals. The menu is broad enough for families, and customers repeatedly mention the cappuccino, lotus French toast, eggs and beef dishes. It is also used for casual catch-ups, business lunches and remote working.
The setting is a major part of the appeal. Reviews describe a calm, cosy interior, outdoor seating and a terrace in the green Arabian Ranches community. Families value the relaxed atmosphere, while drivers appreciate the tree parking and ample parking space.
Desserts are worth attention too, with the lavender macaroon and lotus French toast receiving particularly specific praise. Pricing is the main reservation: one customer considered a single espresso at AED 20 too expensive, and another felt the food was overpriced for its taste. Service is generally warm and attentive, but busy periods can mean slower coverage and more noise.
A recent visit also reported a dry Thai noodle salad, delayed cake service and dirty chairs, so consistency has not been perfect. For a first visit, going outside crowded periods and checking add-on costs before ordering may make the experience smoother.