Buffet variety
The buffet stretches from Italian live cooking and Arabic dishes to seafood, sushi, Indian food and 20 types of sweets.
Timo
Al Jaddaf
Timo is an Italian restaurant in Al Jaddaf that also hosts expansive international buffets. Reviews highlight dishes such as Squid Ink Spaghetti and Char-grilled octopus, while the buffet brings live cooking, family-friendly activities and a warm, polished setting together.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
360 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Live stations
Brunches include live BBQ counters, while larger buffets add live Italian cooking and made-to-order fattoush.
Italian dishes
Customers specifically recommend the Squid Ink Spaghetti, Seared scallops and Char-grilled octopus.
Family setup
A separate children's area, cupcake decorating, popcorn and cotton candy help keep younger diners occupied during brunches and celebrations.
Food presentation
Reviews repeatedly describe dishes as fresh, flavourful and carefully presented, including the themed Valentine's buffet.
Iftar cooking
The Ramadan buffet stood out for Syrian dishes including tender Mansaf, Molokhia and stuffed cabbage.
Event hosting
A family celebration for 35 adults and 17 children was praised for smooth planning, food, drinks and atmosphere.
What to Eat at Timo 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 Timo, 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 Timo got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Ramadan buffet Net +5
“Overall, the Ramadan buffet at Timo Restaurant was exceptional.”
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“Overall, the Ramadan buffet at Timo Restaurant was exceptional.”March 2026
“Every year during Ramadan, we come to conclude the last day of this blessed month with Iftar at this restaurant. The atmosphere is calm and comfortable, the staff are helpful, and the food is excellent and varied.”March 2026
Honorable mentions (17)
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Arabic mezze selection Net +1
“The Arabic mezze selection was beautifully prepared and full of vibrant flavors. Each dish reflected authenticity, careful seasoning, and a deep respect for traditional Levantine recipes.”
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“The Arabic mezze selection was beautifully prepared and full of vibrant flavors. Each dish reflected authenticity, careful seasoning, and a deep respect for traditional Levantine recipes.”March 2026
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Beet hummos Net +1
“When it comes to appetizers, they have a lot of options, I liked, Hummus, beet Hummos, spicy potato, and vines.”
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“When it comes to appetizers, they have a lot of options, I liked, Hummus, beet Hummos, spicy potato, and vines.”March 2023
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Beet salad Net +1
“For salads, you can make your salad but I recommend Fatoush, and beet salad”
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“For salads, you can make your salad but I recommend Fatoush, and beet salad”March 2023
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Brunch buffet Net +1
“A very special thank you to Mr. Wasantha, who helped us with the booking and kindly showed us around the brunch buffet before the event.”
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“A very special thank you to Mr. Wasantha, who helped us with the booking and kindly showed us around the brunch buffet before the event.”May 2026
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Chicken briyani Net +1
“The food was very delicious, especially rice and meat and chicken Briyani. Shish barak was also good.”
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“The food was very delicious, especially rice and meat and chicken Briyani. Shish barak was also good.”March 2023
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Fatoush Net +1
“For salads, you can make your salad but I recommend Fatoush, and beet salad”
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“For salads, you can make your salad but I recommend Fatoush, and beet salad”March 2023
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Gourmed brunch Net +1
“Tried their Gourmed brunch this Saturday and it was amazing. Loved the food, vibe and service.”
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“Tried their Gourmed brunch this Saturday and it was amazing. Loved the food, vibe and service.”May 2026
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Hummus Net +1
“When it comes to appetizers, they have a lot of options, I liked, Hummus, beet Hummos, spicy potato, and vines.”
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“When it comes to appetizers, they have a lot of options, I liked, Hummus, beet Hummos, spicy potato, and vines.”March 2023
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Live barbq Net +1
“A huge hall where all types of cusines were setup from live cooking of italian food to live fatoush making, indian corner to arabic food , live barbq which was juicy and flavourful and setup was near pool , ozzy, huge variety of sea food, sushi, kids corner, popcorns, come iceam, jelly, 20 types of sweets unlimited drinks. Each and every dishes was setting its on level. Very delicious.”
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“A huge hall where all types of cusines were setup from live cooking of italian food to live fatoush making, indian corner to arabic food , live barbq which was juicy and flavourful and setup was near pool , ozzy, huge variety of sea food, sushi, kids corner, popcorns, come iceam, jelly, 20 types of sweets unlimited drinks. Each and every dishes was setting its on level. Very delicious.”July 2026
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Mansaf Net +1
“The highlight of the evening was the Mansaf. The meat was unbelievably tender—literally melting like butter—and perfectly seasoned with rich, balanced spices. It was cooked to perfection and presented in a way that felt both traditional and refined.”
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“The highlight of the evening was the Mansaf. The meat was unbelievably tender—literally melting like butter—and perfectly seasoned with rich, balanced spices. It was cooked to perfection and presented in a way that felt both traditional and refined.”March 2026
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Meat briyani Net +1
“The food was very delicious, especially rice and meat and chicken Briyani. Shish barak was also good.”
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“The food was very delicious, especially rice and meat and chicken Briyani. Shish barak was also good.”March 2023
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Molokhia Net +1
“The Molokhia was another standout dish, offering deep, comforting flavor and excellent texture.”
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“The Molokhia was another standout dish, offering deep, comforting flavor and excellent texture.”March 2026
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Pork pizza Net +1
“We had a pork pizza and it was so tasty and good.”
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“We had a pork pizza and it was so tasty and good.”March 2024
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Risotto Net +1
“The risotto was so tasty and the overall service was very good !”
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“The risotto was so tasty and the overall service was very good !”March 2024
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Shish barak Net +1
“The food was very delicious, especially rice and meat and chicken Briyani. Shish barak was also good.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was very delicious, especially rice and meat and chicken Briyani. Shish barak was also good.”March 2023
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Spicy potato Net +1
“When it comes to appetizers, they have a lot of options, I liked, Hummus, beet Hummos, spicy potato, and vines.”
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Review excerpts
“When it comes to appetizers, they have a lot of options, I liked, Hummus, beet Hummos, spicy potato, and vines.”March 2023
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Stuffed cabbage Net +1
“Alongside the stuffed cabbage, the dishes created a wonderful harmony of flavors that truly showcased the richness of Syrian cuisine.”
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“Alongside the stuffed cabbage, the dishes created a wonderful harmony of flavors that truly showcased the richness of Syrian cuisine.”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Reserve outdoors. Ask for the poolside outdoor area when booking; a review says reservations are needed to secure it.
Choose brunch. For live stations and family activities, consider the weekend brunch, which one review reported at 125/-.
Allow time. If ordering pizza à la carte, allow extra time rather than relying on a short preparation estimate.
Check drinks. For Iftar, check whether tea and coffee are included in the current buffet before you arrive.
Bring children. Families can make use of the children's activity area, including cupcake decorating, popcorn and cotton candy stations.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Jaddaf Street
Al Jadaf, Dubai
Common Concerns
Pizza delays
One customer waited 45 minutes for a simple pizza and was then given another five-minute estimate.
Small portion
The spinach ravioli portion was described as too small to work as a main dish.
Sugary desserts
Some Iftar desserts looked appealing but were considered overly sugary and lacking a distinctive taste.
Buffet drinks
One Iftar review noted that tea and coffee had been removed from the buffet.
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The Bottom Line
Timo is an Italian restaurant in Al Jaddaf with a second identity as a substantial buffet venue. You can order Italian dishes such as Squid Ink Spaghetti, Seared scallops and Char-grilled octopus, or come for brunch and Iftar spreads with live BBQ and international cooking stations. That range makes it more useful for both a regular meal and a larger family gathering.
The buffet is the main draw in many reviews: one spread included Arabic, Indian and Italian food, seafood, sushi, a kids’ corner and 20 types of sweets. Ramadan diners also singled out Mansaf and Molokhia. Food is generally described as fresh, flavourful and well presented, though some desserts were considered too sugary, and one reviewer found the spinach ravioli portion too small for a main course.
The setting is warm and polished rather than stiff, with indoor seating and a poolside outdoor area. Families get a dedicated children’s space, and a celebration review involving 35 adults and 17 children praised the organisation. Reserve ahead if you want the outdoor area.
Also allow extra time for pizza: one customer reported waiting 45 minutes. A weekend brunch was reported at 125/-, though offers can change.