Carrot Cake
The carrot cake is a standout for several regulars, with one calling it “legendary” and another naming it among the best they have tried.
The Lime Tree Cafe & Kitchen, Motor City
Motor City
The Lime Tree Cafe & Kitchen in Motor City is a coffee house, bakery and food store with a relaxed café setting. Customers come for breakfast, well-regarded coffee and cakes, especially the carrot cake, while indoor and outdoor seating suits casual meals, catch-ups or a quiet coffee.
Reputation Score
3.9
★★★★☆
503 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Good Coffee
Reviews repeatedly highlight the coffee, from a strong morning cup to carefully prepared lattes and a smooth flat white.
Outdoor Seating
Outdoor tables are described as pleasant, making the café more appealing during Dubai’s cooler months.
Easy Access
One review specifically notes free parking and access for visitors with reduced mobility.
Work Setting
The café can work well for a coffee meeting or quiet laptop session when it is not busy; one visitor found it quiet enough for conversation.
Dietary Choice
The menu includes vegan and gluten-free options, alongside fresh and healthy dishes.
What to Eat at The Lime Tree Cafe & Kitchen, Motor City 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 Lime Tree Cafe & Kitchen, Motor City, 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 Lime Tree Cafe & Kitchen, Motor City, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 2
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Carrot cake Net +6
“The carrot cake they have is one of the best carrot cakes I ever had.”
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Review excerpts
“The carrot cake they have is one of the best carrot cakes I ever had.”June 2025
“I was told the carrot cake is the best at this restaurant, not sure but I had better ones else where. It was not bad here.”January 2021
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Salmon bagel Net +2
“This is a lovely coffee shop. It's very popular. The food is amazing and I especially love the salmon bagel. You'll find it at the Waitrose centre in Motor City. The prices are reasonable too and they make great coffee ☕”
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“This is a lovely coffee shop. It's very popular. The food is amazing and I especially love the salmon bagel. You'll find it at the Waitrose centre in Motor City. The prices are reasonable too and they make great coffee ☕”May 2024
“I tried the salmon bagel, which was fresh and delicious, and the cacao superfood shake—packed with flavor and just the right amount of sweetness.”October 2024
Honorable mentions (16)
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Anzac cookies Net +1
“Great carrot cake and ANZAC cookies”
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Review excerpts
“Great carrot cake and ANZAC cookies”May 2026
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Brisket sandwich Net +1
“We were a group of six, and only one person enjoyed their meal (the brisket sandwich). The rest of us felt unwell after eating and didn’t finish half the portion.”
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“We were a group of six, and only one person enjoyed their meal (the brisket sandwich). The rest of us felt unwell after eating and didn’t finish half the portion.”March 2026
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Brownies Net +1
“The thing is the food and desserts are realllyyyy amazing. Their brownies are to die for. But the experience one has in this place is really bad. I couldn't put more than 3 stars although the food deserves a 5.”
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“The thing is the food and desserts are realllyyyy amazing. Their brownies are to die for. But the experience one has in this place is really bad. I couldn't put more than 3 stars although the food deserves a 5.”February 2021
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Complimentary chocolate cookie Net +1
“The coffee is excellent, and the complimentary chocolate cookie is the perfect touch.”
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“The coffee is excellent, and the complimentary chocolate cookie is the perfect touch.”August 2025
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Frozen chocolate Net +1
“Stopped by for a snack. Ordered the triple chocolate brownie which was very chocolatey and yummy. Had some chamomile tea and berry tea on the side. Very generous tea servings. More than 2 cups in each pot. Also had some delicious frozen chocolate and kid's burger meal”
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“Stopped by for a snack. Ordered the triple chocolate brownie which was very chocolatey and yummy. Had some chamomile tea and berry tea on the side. Very generous tea servings. More than 2 cups in each pot. Also had some delicious frozen chocolate and kid's burger meal”September 2024
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Herbed chicken Net +1
“This time, I had the Herbed Chicken – a must-try! I also ordered the tea cake, which was an absolute delight with its perfectly balanced sweetness and moist texture.”
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“This time, I had the Herbed Chicken – a must-try! I also ordered the tea cake, which was an absolute delight with its perfectly balanced sweetness and moist texture.”June 2025
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Hot chocolate Net +1
“Very popular with residents and visitors to Waitrose at Motor City. Loved the hot chocolate and cake. Nice seating outside as well. The weather is excellent now to sit outdoors and sip a cuppa while the world moves by.”
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“Very popular with residents and visitors to Waitrose at Motor City. Loved the hot chocolate and cake. Nice seating outside as well. The weather is excellent now to sit outdoors and sip a cuppa while the world moves by.”January 2023
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Kid's burger meal Net +1
“Stopped by for a snack. Ordered the triple chocolate brownie which was very chocolatey and yummy. Had some chamomile tea and berry tea on the side. Very generous tea servings. More than 2 cups in each pot. Also had some delicious frozen chocolate and kid's burger meal”
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Review excerpts
“Stopped by for a snack. Ordered the triple chocolate brownie which was very chocolatey and yummy. Had some chamomile tea and berry tea on the side. Very generous tea servings. More than 2 cups in each pot. Also had some delicious frozen chocolate and kid's burger meal”September 2024
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Nourish bowl Net +1
“Some of my favorite dishes include the daily fresh salads, the Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel, and the Nourish Bowl—all prepared with care and bursting with flavor.”
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“Some of my favorite dishes include the daily fresh salads, the Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel, and the Nourish Bowl—all prepared with care and bursting with flavor.”January 2025
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Omelette Net +1
“By far the best Omelette in Dubai. This cafe is part of my daily routine, Gym, breakfast. Their food is healthy and their drinks are amazing. The coffee is strong, just the way I like it. It’s a bit pricey, totally worth every penny.”
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Review excerpts
“By far the best Omelette in Dubai. This cafe is part of my daily routine, Gym, breakfast. Their food is healthy and their drinks are amazing. The coffee is strong, just the way I like it. It’s a bit pricey, totally worth every penny.”September 2023
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Salmon and cream cheese bagel Net +1
“Some of my favorite dishes include the daily fresh salads, the Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel, and the Nourish Bowl—all prepared with care and bursting with flavor.”
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“Some of my favorite dishes include the daily fresh salads, the Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel, and the Nourish Bowl—all prepared with care and bursting with flavor.”January 2025
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Salted caramel cheesecake Net +1
“The salted caramel cheesecake was very good.”
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“The salted caramel cheesecake was very good.”September 2022
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Tea cake Net +1
“This time, I had the Herbed Chicken – a must-try! I also ordered the tea cake, which was an absolute delight with its perfectly balanced sweetness and moist texture.”
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“This time, I had the Herbed Chicken – a must-try! I also ordered the tea cake, which was an absolute delight with its perfectly balanced sweetness and moist texture.”June 2025
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Acai bowl Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Been there a few times for breakfast. I love the acai bowl. Also tried a few different dishes and it was good. Overal experience was ok.”
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“Been there a few times for breakfast. I love the acai bowl. Also tried a few different dishes and it was good. Overal experience was ok.”July 2024
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King's breakfast Net 0
Mixed feedback
“I tried their King's Breakfast and boy the portions were huge, I had a hard time finishing it, but I was definitely full and fulfilled.”
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Review excerpts
“I tried their King's Breakfast and boy the portions were huge, I had a hard time finishing it, but I was definitely full and fulfilled.”May 2026
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Triple chocolate brownie Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Stopped by for a snack. Ordered the triple chocolate brownie which was very chocolatey and yummy. Had some chamomile tea and berry tea on the side. Very generous tea servings. More than 2 cups in each pot. Also had some delicious frozen chocolate and kid's burger meal”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“Stopped by for a snack. Ordered the triple chocolate brownie which was very chocolatey and yummy. Had some chamomile tea and berry tea on the side. Very generous tea servings. More than 2 cups in each pot. Also had some delicious frozen chocolate and kid's burger meal”September 2024
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Latte Net +2
“A special shoutout to Mariam, the barista, who prepared an exceptional latte. Not only was the coffee perfectly balanced in flavor, but she also added a beautiful touch of art on top that made the drink feel even more special.”
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“A special shoutout to Mariam, the barista, who prepared an exceptional latte. Not only was the coffee perfectly balanced in flavor, but she also added a beautiful touch of art on top that made the drink feel even more special.”October 2024
“I visited the Lime Tree Cafe yesterday and had a latte. The atmosphere was amazing, and the coffee was great. However, if you're using 5G, the internet connection tends to cut out inside.”July 2024
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Cacao superfood shake Net +1
“I tried the salmon bagel, which was fresh and delicious, and the cacao superfood shake—packed with flavor and just the right amount of sweetness.”
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“I tried the salmon bagel, which was fresh and delicious, and the cacao superfood shake—packed with flavor and just the right amount of sweetness.”October 2024
What to Avoid (4)
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Eggs benedict Net −1
“We come here from time to time, and we are familiar with Lime Tree caffe as we live In Dubai for 20 years. However, it’s still so weird to see that they serve 95% of breakfast egg dishes with only 1 egg, and for extra you need to pay. I mean, who eats and serves 1 egg for eggs Benedict or any breakfast egg item for a matter of fact. Same applies to acai bowl- haven’t seen smaller bowl than in Lime Tree! Also, they serve Tres Marias almond barista milk which is probably the most untasty milk in Dubai market, gives horrible taste to the coffee, when there are so many better brands to offer! In general, atmosphere is pleasant and local friendly, but portion sizes and non dairy milk options they stubbornly don’t want to give up- needs improvement 100%.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We come here from time to time, and we are familiar with Lime Tree caffe as we live In Dubai for 20 years. However, it’s still so weird to see that they serve 95% of breakfast egg dishes with only 1 egg, and for extra you need to pay. I mean, who eats and serves 1 egg for eggs Benedict or any breakfast egg item for a matter of fact. Same applies to acai bowl- haven’t seen smaller bowl than in Lime Tree! Also, they serve Tres Marias almond barista milk which is probably the most untasty milk in Dubai market, gives horrible taste to the coffee, when there are so many better brands to offer! In general, atmosphere is pleasant and local friendly, but portion sizes and non dairy milk options they stubbornly don’t want to give up- needs improvement 100%.”April 2026
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Mushroom burger Net −1
“Average, very average food. Ordered mushroom burger and not sure what that concoction of things was, especially with boiled bell peppers, mayo and halloumi cheese. I am sorry guys, repurchase rate 0.”
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“Average, very average food. Ordered mushroom burger and not sure what that concoction of things was, especially with boiled bell peppers, mayo and halloumi cheese. I am sorry guys, repurchase rate 0.”September 2020
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Pancakes Net −1
“Utter shock receiving this morning my breakfast in a damaged bag, wet from all the coffee spilled due to improper holder and broken box of pancakes that was all spoiled. Not to mention a missing item!! Dunno who’s managing that operation.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Utter shock receiving this morning my breakfast in a damaged bag, wet from all the coffee spilled due to improper holder and broken box of pancakes that was all spoiled. Not to mention a missing item!! Dunno who’s managing that operation.”July 2024
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Cortado Net −1
“I ordered cortado with one shot of coffee and more milk, they brought it in another cup and not the one shown to me, it had like half a liter of milk in it ….. smokey tomato shakshuka is what I ordered to eat, came with 1 egg only and so much untasty tomato sauce with vegetables and some feta cheese. I like lime tree, but this branch is not good. Not coming again”
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Critical review excerpts
“I ordered cortado with one shot of coffee and more milk, they brought it in another cup and not the one shown to me, it had like half a liter of milk in it ….. smokey tomato shakshuka is what I ordered to eat, came with 1 egg only and so much untasty tomato sauce with vegetables and some feta cheese. I like lime tree, but this branch is not good. Not coming again”March 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid Peak. For a calmer breakfast and shorter wait, consider a weekday or non-peak time rather than Saturday morning.
Order First. Choose your food before taking a table: orders are placed and paid for at the till, and extra drinks require another trip.
Check WiFi. If you plan to work, check the connection first; outdoor WiFi may not reach the tables and indoor access has been limited.
Ask Portions. If ordering an egg breakfast or acai bowl, ask about the current serving size before paying, as several reviews found portions smaller than expected.
Use Parking. Drivers can take advantage of the free parking noted by a customer, which is useful for a quick Motor City stop.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Motor CityGreen Community - Sunflower Rd
Al Hebiah First - Dubai Motor City, Dubai
| Mon | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sat | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sun | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Small Portions
Several reviews object to breakfast portions, especially egg dishes served with only one egg and a small acai bowl.
Counter Queues
Ordering is done at the counter, and busy periods can mean a long queue or only one cashier handling orders.
Busy Noise
The café can become too noisy for meetings or focused work during peak hours.
Limited WiFi
WiFi has been reported as unreliable outside and restricted to a two-hour indoor session.
Inconsistent Food
Food feedback is mixed: some visitors praise fresh breakfasts, while another group found several dishes bland and left much of the meal.
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The Bottom Line
The Lime Tree Cafe & Kitchen in Motor City combines a coffee house, bakery and food store in a comfortable café setting. Breakfast is a major draw: reviews mention the King's Breakfast, acai bowl and fresh salads, while the carrot cake is the most consistently celebrated sweet. The Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel is another reliable-sounding choice.
Coffee is also a strong reason to visit, with praise for flat whites, lattes and a strong morning brew. The café has indoor and outdoor seating, natural light and a relaxed feel that works for catching up, a casual meal or a coffee meeting. Free parking and reported wheelchair access add useful convenience.
There are a few practical wrinkles. You order and pay at the till, so decide before sitting down; queues and slower service are more likely when the café is busy, especially on Saturday mornings. Some customers consider the breakfast egg portions and acai bowl undersized, and feedback on the food is not uniform.
For laptop work, check the WiFi situation first: outdoor coverage may be weak and indoor access has reportedly been limited to two hours. During cooler weather, the outdoor tables are a pleasant alternative.