Fresh coffee
Regulars say the coffee is served fresh, making this a dependable everyday stop.
Tim Hortons
Trade Centre
Tim Hortons in Trade Centre is a coffee shop for fresh coffee, cold drinks and casual sitting or working. Reviews particularly mention matcha, French Frozen Vanilla and the outdoor seating with a view towards the Museum of the Future.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
1,196 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Calm setting
The sitting area is described as calm and peaceful, with a comfortable atmosphere for getting work done.
Iced cappuccino
One reviewer considers this branch's iced cappuccino better than those at other branches.
Grilled cheese
The grilled cheese is praised for its crispy bread and gooey filling.
Helpful service
Reviews repeatedly describe the service as friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming, including for regular customers.
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid peaks. If you need a quick order, avoid peak periods where possible; one customer reported a long wait for a poorly prepared wrap.
Check lids. For takeaway drinks, check that the cups are properly closed before leaving, as one order spilled on the way home.
Confirm matcha. When ordering matcha with less sugar, confirm how much matcha will be added so the drink is not mostly milk.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Latifa Tower - Showroom No. 3, Ground & Mezzanine Floor - Sheikh Zayed Rd
Trade Center First, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Matcha
Matcha is mentioned as a popular drink, including a positive review of its preparation.
French Frozen Vanilla
A regular customer specifically mentions ordering the French Frozen Vanilla almost every day.
Pista spice latte
One reviewer calls the pista spice latte a new favourite.
Common Concerns
Slow service
Some orders take longer than expected, with customers needing to follow up for the complete order and receipt.
Food inconsistency
Food preparation can vary: one chicken Caesar wrap was poorly cut and not wrapped properly.
Drink inconsistency
A French Frozen Vanilla was reported as poorly mixed, with an incorrect texture and milk choice.
Spill risk
An incorrect takeaway cup caused drinks to spill before the customer reached home.
Worn outlet
One visitor found the outlet tired, with worn mugs and poor coffee presentation.
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The Bottom Line
Tim Hortons in Trade Centre is a coffee shop people use for fresh coffee, cold drinks and a casual place to sit or work. Reviews specifically mention matcha, French Frozen Vanilla, iced cappuccino and grilled cheese, so there is more to choose from than a standard hot coffee. The seating is repeatedly described as calm and welcoming, and one review highlights an outdoor area facing the Museum of the Future.
Service is the strongest recurring theme: customers describe staff as friendly, quick, knowledgeable and consistently welcoming, including regular visitors who return daily or have been coming for years. The branch also gets credit for sandwiches and other food, though preparation is not always reliable. One chicken Caesar wrap arrived poorly cut and loosely wrapped, while another egg-and-chicken sandwich contained processed chicken that the reviewer found barely edible.
There are practical reasons to check your order before leaving. Reviews mention long waits, an incorrect order, open takeaway cups that spilled, and add-on charges that were not clearly explained. Drink consistency also varies: a French Frozen Vanilla was reported as poorly mixed, and one matcha latte was mostly cold milk after a less-sugar request.
The outlet itself was called tired, with worn mugs and weak coffee presentation. It can be a pleasant Trade Centre stop, especially for the atmosphere and named drinks, but takeaway customers should inspect packaging and custom orders at the counter.