The Surf Café by Leen's

Name: The Surf Café by Leen's
Address: Jumeirah Beach Road - 41A St, Umm Suqeim, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143466292

Umm Suqeim

Restaurant 04 346 6292

The Surf Café by Leen's is a beachside restaurant in Umm Suqeim known in reviews for all-day breakfast, especially acai bowls, plus sushi from an open kitchen. The business says its current venue is closing for relocation; until the move, favourite Surf Café flavours remain available through Deliveroo and Careem.

Reputation Score

4.5

★★★★★

1,912 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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All-day breakfast

You can order breakfast favourites such as an acai bowl even at dinner, making it useful beyond morning visits.

GF choice

A family review found a wide range of gluten-free options for a child with celiac disease, including a gluten-free birthday cake.

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What to Eat at The Surf Café by Leen's

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of The Surf Café by Leen's, 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

French toast Net +2

“Came here for the first time today for breakfast and had the most amazing French Toast and coffee! The service was amazing even though the place was packed :) Absolutely loved how cheery and happy the team was! Will definitely come back to try more of the menu ❤️”

Honorable mentions (36)

Acai bowl Net +1

“We had the Cesar Wrap, Eggs & Bacon, and an Acai Bowl – all delicious and filling.”
Açaí bowl Net +1

“And the açaí bowl was to die for, I loved it how they added chocolate 🍫 bites in there. 🥰🥰”
Açaí with peanut butter and oat Net +1

“A great place for açaí, we ordered two one with peanut butter and oat and the other one was with (banana, strawberries, and pistachios) they were really tasty.”
Avo & egg croissant Net +1

“Now the food is great. We had the avo & egg croissant and the breakfast wrap with hash browns.”
Avo chocolate mousse Net +1

“What a great spot! Love the menu choices, the chicken and mango salad was a winner, and the avo chocolate mousse was absolutely yummy. Will definitely be back.”
Avocado toast poached egg Net +1

“I opted for the avocado toast topped with a poached egg, and it was an absolute delight—crunchy, creamy, and just the right amount of spicy”
Beef curry in bread bowl Net +1

“We had the beef curry in bread bowl and an avocado toast with eggs. Curry was nice. Avo toast was mid. We drank coffee, it was okay.”
Beef donburi Net +1

“Beef Donburi 8/10 tasted really very good, close to Japanese tepanyaki with rice, marinated veggies and tender beef chunks.”
Breakfast arepas Net +1

“Wifey had Sweet Potato and Mushroom Omelette while Hubby had Breakfast Arepas, both dish are great.”
Breakfast steak and eggs Net +1

“Delicious food and chilled atmosphere! Highly recommend the breakfast steak and eggs. Also thanks to our waiter Kristan 10/10”
Breakfast wrap hash browns Net +1

“Now the food is great. We had the avo & egg croissant and the breakfast wrap with hash browns.”
Caramel french toast with ice-cream Net +1

“My friend ordered the corn bread Arepas with scrambled eggs and chicken sausage and I had the surfers shakshuka. The Arepas were tasty. Shakshuka was good, maybe next time I order something different. We also had their caramel French toast with ice-cream for dessert, which was really really yummy 😋”
Cesar wrap Net +1

“We had the Cesar Wrap, Eggs & Bacon, and an Acai Bowl – all delicious and filling.”
Chicken and mango salad Net +1

“What a great spot! Love the menu choices, the chicken and mango salad was a winner, and the avo chocolate mousse was absolutely yummy. Will definitely be back.”
Cod & shrimp gyoza Net +1

“Delicious food, cozy ambience and friendly service! We had their cod & shrimp gyoza which was great, tuna tartare and beef taco. The portion isn't big, so better to order different dishes and share them.”
Corn bread arepas with scrambled eggs and chicken sausage Net +1

“My friend ordered the corn bread Arepas with scrambled eggs and chicken sausage and I had the surfers shakshuka. The Arepas were tasty. Shakshuka was good, maybe next time I order something different. We also had their caramel French toast with ice-cream for dessert, which was really really yummy 😋”
Eggs & bacon Net +1

“We had the Cesar Wrap, Eggs & Bacon, and an Acai Bowl – all delicious and filling.”
Eggs benedict Net +1

“The Eggs Benedict was really tasty. I enjoyed the meal.”
Fish and chips Net +1

“The fish and chips provide a generous portion and whilst the fish itself doesn't have a strong taste, the accompanying sauces and lemon give you the option to add flavor. However, the batter is crispy and golden!”
French toast cake Net +1

“We ordered the french toast cake and it was nice”
Mushroom omelette Net +1

“I ordered the mushroom omelette and the hot Spanish latte. Both are exceptional.”
Pancakes Net +1

“We tried the pancakes and it was great!”
Parmesan chicken Net +1

“Parmesan chicken was delicious too.”
Pistachio acai bowl Net +1

“Not only was the decor nice with lots of green plants and good vibes but they also do the best acai bowl and it was literally the best I've ever had. There is a huge variety on the menu so you will for sure get to eat whatever you fancy! I tried the pistachio acai bowl with walnuts, and peanut butter! Cannot wait to go back again very soon Excellent service! Keep it up guys!”
Quinoa and walnut salad Net +1

“Quinoa and Walnut Salad 8/10 perfect balance of fruits and veggies.”
Quinoa salad Net +1

“Delicious and healthy quinoa salad. It’s really big!”
Salmon nigiri Net +1

“So for appetizer I picked salmon 🍣 nigiri and for entrée I got the pasta. Both were so yummy 🤤 especially the nigiri; they were so soft and melt in my mouth.”
Surfers shakshuka Net +1

“My friend ordered the corn bread Arepas with scrambled eggs and chicken sausage and I had the surfers shakshuka. The Arepas were tasty. Shakshuka was good, maybe next time I order something different. We also had their caramel French toast with ice-cream for dessert, which was really really yummy 😋”
Sweet potato and mushroom omelette Net +1

“Wifey had Sweet Potato and Mushroom Omelette while Hubby had Breakfast Arepas, both dish are great.”
Sweet potato fries Net +1

“The food it’s absolutely tasty and very fresh! I really recommend this place! The best sweet potato fries ever!”
The hangry slider Net +1

“The Hangry Slider 9/10 these burgers were out of the world and made up for everything else I'd say. Excellent tasting patty, cheese and sauces with a fluffy bun. Will repeat for these alone.”
Wagyu beef and eggs Net +1

“The burger was excellent, the wagyu beef and eggs was good, too.”
Weekday set menu (take a break) Net +1

“We opted for the weekday set menu (take a break) Sweet potato fries Greek salad Salmon Poke Caesar Salad”
Avocado toast with eggs Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“We had the beef curry in bread bowl and an avocado toast with eggs. Curry was nice. Avo toast was mid. We drank coffee, it was okay.”
Chicken milanese Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Chicken Milanese 7/10 beautiful presentation with lots of greens on top but not met expectations and VFM.”
Wild mushroom gyoza Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Wild Mushroom Gyoza 8/10 OK tasting dumplings, I'd expect at least 8pcs for this price tag.”

Drinks 7

Breakfast smoothie Net +1

“As well their Breakfast smoothie is very good, nutritional and delicious. So you can be full after a bowl, piece of cheesecake and smoothie.”
Cappuccino Net +1

“great menu, delicious healthy food, great cappuccino, I like the fact that I could choose a vegan milk for my coffee and enjoy home made bread, the style of the restaurant is amazingly cosy and the service was super friendly.”
Hot spanish latte Net +1

“I ordered the mushroom omelette and the hot Spanish latte. Both are exceptional.”
Orange kicker juice Net +1

“I also ordered an Orange kicker juice (really delicious btw) that was included in the Breakfast dish price due to the Summer Offer 😍.”
Salted caramel milkshake Net +1

“The salted caramel milkshake was to die for and the tacos were nice and crunchy as well.”
Spanish latte Net +1

“I always order my coffee which is spanish latte and its awesome.”
Vegan coconut matcha cheescake Net +1

“As well you must try their vegan coconut matcha cheescake. It’s so delicious but be ready to get super sweet dessert (although they have good type of sweetener - Maple Syrup & dates).”

What to Avoid (1)

Food 1

Chicken taco Net −1

“Chicken Taco 6/10 bit on the sweeter side, have had way better.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Go upstairs. If you arrive for breakfast, head straight upstairs; the downstairs reception may be unattended, with stairs and an elevator available.

Allow parking time. Try to leave extra time for parking because the small RTA lot opposite was full during one Sunday visit.

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Practical details

Jumeirah Beach Road - 41A St

Umm Suqeim Second - Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai

04 346 6292

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Common Concerns

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Pricey extras

Several reviews consider the pricing high; one specifically objected to paying 20 AED for an Americano.

Busy atmosphere

The restaurant can fill up quickly, so it may not suit anyone looking for a quiet meal.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

20 AED

americano

“hmmm some things are pricey! An americano should not cost 20 AED”

Google review · November 2019

AED 90

main dish

“The average main dish will cost around AED 90 but is great value for the stunning quality”

Google review · July 2017

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The Bottom Line

The Surf Café by Leen’s has long been a relaxed beach-area restaurant in Umm Suqeim, with breakfast as a major draw. Reviews mention acai bowls, avocado toast, omelettes, pancakes and French toast, while the broader menu reaches sushi, poke, burgers, salads and tacos. The open-kitchen sushi bar and proximity to Kite Beach make it a natural stop after a swim or walk.

There is useful flexibility for different diets. Reviewers describe vegan choices, dairy-free coffee options and a strong range of gluten-free dishes; one family even received a gluten-free birthday cake for their celiac daughter. Dogs are also welcome, and the spacious surf-themed interior includes an elevator.

Service is repeatedly described as warm and attentive, although one older review reported inattentive staff. Plan around the practical details. The restaurant is upstairs, and the small RTA car park opposite can fill up.

It also becomes lively when busy, so this is not the safest pick for a quiet meal. Prices are sometimes described as high, with one review citing an Americano at 20 AED and another putting an average main dish around AED 90. Most importantly, the business says the current venue is closing and relocating; check its latest updates before travelling, or use Deliveroo and Careem during the transition.