Fresh Pasta
Fresh pasta is a consistent highlight, with reviewers noting good portions and flavorful dishes such as Alfredo and truffle pasta.
Vapiano City Centre Deira
Port Saeed
Vapiano City Centre Deira is a laid-back Italian restaurant in Port Saeed serving made-to-order fresh pasta, pizza and salads. Reviews point to generous portions, including a pizza large enough for two, plus a relaxed atmosphere that suits casual meals with friends or family.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
216 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Generous Portions
Portions can stretch further than expected: one reviewer found a single pizza more than enough for two people.
Italian Favourites
The menu has several well-liked Italian staples, including chicken Alfredo, lasagna, pizza, risotto and gnocchi.
Family Friendly
Families get practical help, including high chairs, dedicated kids’ menu options and staff who are friendly with children.
Relaxed Setting
Reviews describe the atmosphere as cozy and peaceful, making it comfortable for a meal with friends or family.
Outdoor View
An outdoor table can provide a clear view of the fountain show, adding a visual extra to an evening meal.
Birthday Touch
One birthday visit included a surprise gift, which may be worth asking about when celebrating.
What to Eat at Vapiano City Centre Deira 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 Vapiano City Centre Deira, 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.
These items at Vapiano City Centre Deira got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Brownies Net +1
“We also took some brownies to go, and they were just as good later.”
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“We also took some brownies to go, and they were just as good later.”March 2026
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Bruschetta Net +1
“I had ordered bruschetta for the starter and it was nourishing - and I ordered chicken alfredo and truffle though my family had preferred the truffle over alfredo , I personally liked the alfredo , and we ended with a tiramisu which was different and unique from any other tiramisu i had ever tasted !!!”
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“I had ordered bruschetta for the starter and it was nourishing - and I ordered chicken alfredo and truffle though my family had preferred the truffle over alfredo , I personally liked the alfredo , and we ended with a tiramisu which was different and unique from any other tiramisu i had ever tasted !!!”July 2026
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Burrata pizza Net +1
“The Burrata pizza was really nice and tasty — fresh ingredients and good flavor combination.”
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“The Burrata pizza was really nice and tasty — fresh ingredients and good flavor combination.”May 2026
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Chicken alfredo pasta Net +1
“I tried the Chicken Alfredo pasta, and it was creamy, rich, and generously portioned.”
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“I tried the Chicken Alfredo pasta, and it was creamy, rich, and generously portioned.”November 2025
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Crema de funghi Net +1
“We have also ordered pastas: Crema de Funghi and Truffle with chicken breast. Both are delicious but pastas are a bit soggy and too much sauce for our taste.”
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“We have also ordered pastas: Crema de Funghi and Truffle with chicken breast. Both are delicious but pastas are a bit soggy and too much sauce for our taste.”May 2026
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Gamberetti and mushroom and truffle pasta Net +1
“Gamberetti and mushroom and truffle pasta has been my personal favorites and they always serve a generous portion.”
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“Gamberetti and mushroom and truffle pasta has been my personal favorites and they always serve a generous portion.”July 2026
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Gnocchi pasta Net +1
““One of the best Italian restaurants I’ve tried in many countries, always consistent in their service — and their gnocchi pasta is simply the best.””
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““One of the best Italian restaurants I’ve tried in many countries, always consistent in their service — and their gnocchi pasta is simply the best.””September 2025
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Green and gold (avocado toast with eggs) Net +1
“I had green and gold (Avocado toast with eggs) it was good, the service was nice Kaweesha came by to check if I liked my breakfast couple of times,asked if I needed anything, all with a smile on her face.”
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“I had green and gold (Avocado toast with eggs) it was good, the service was nice Kaweesha came by to check if I liked my breakfast couple of times,asked if I needed anything, all with a smile on her face.”July 2026
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Hot chocolate Net +1
“We ended our meal with cappuccino and hot chocolate, both of which were excellent, especially for the price.”
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“We ended our meal with cappuccino and hot chocolate, both of which were excellent, especially for the price.”March 2026
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Lasagna Net +1
“We tried the pizza, chicken Alfredo, and lasagna, and every dish was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor.”
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“We tried the pizza, chicken Alfredo, and lasagna, and every dish was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor.”July 2026
Honorable mentions (9)
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Lasagna spaghetti Net +1
“We also ordered several pasta dishes including Pesto Penne, Lasagna Spaghetti, and Pomodoro Spaghetti. The flavors were good, but the pasta texture could still be improved because it was a bit chewy. If the pasta is cooked more accurately to authentic Italian style, the dishes would taste even better and more enjoyable.”
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Review excerpts
“We also ordered several pasta dishes including Pesto Penne, Lasagna Spaghetti, and Pomodoro Spaghetti. The flavors were good, but the pasta texture could still be improved because it was a bit chewy. If the pasta is cooked more accurately to authentic Italian style, the dishes would taste even better and more enjoyable.”May 2026
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Pesto penne Net +1
“We also ordered several pasta dishes including Pesto Penne, Lasagna Spaghetti, and Pomodoro Spaghetti. The flavors were good, but the pasta texture could still be improved because it was a bit chewy. If the pasta is cooked more accurately to authentic Italian style, the dishes would taste even better and more enjoyable.”
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Review excerpts
“We also ordered several pasta dishes including Pesto Penne, Lasagna Spaghetti, and Pomodoro Spaghetti. The flavors were good, but the pasta texture could still be improved because it was a bit chewy. If the pasta is cooked more accurately to authentic Italian style, the dishes would taste even better and more enjoyable.”May 2026
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Pink sauce pasta Net +1
“The best pink sauce pasta ever!”
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“The best pink sauce pasta ever!”July 2026
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Pomodoro spaghetti Net +1
“We also ordered several pasta dishes including Pesto Penne, Lasagna Spaghetti, and Pomodoro Spaghetti. The flavors were good, but the pasta texture could still be improved because it was a bit chewy. If the pasta is cooked more accurately to authentic Italian style, the dishes would taste even better and more enjoyable.”
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Review excerpts
“We also ordered several pasta dishes including Pesto Penne, Lasagna Spaghetti, and Pomodoro Spaghetti. The flavors were good, but the pasta texture could still be improved because it was a bit chewy. If the pasta is cooked more accurately to authentic Italian style, the dishes would taste even better and more enjoyable.”May 2026
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Proscuitto de funghi pizza Net +1
“The proscuitto de funghi pizza was very delicious.”
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“The proscuitto de funghi pizza was very delicious.”May 2026
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Risotto al funghi Net +1
“The Risotto Al funghi is excellent.”
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“The Risotto Al funghi is excellent.”May 2026
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Tiramisu Net +1
“I had ordered bruschetta for the starter and it was nourishing - and I ordered chicken alfredo and truffle though my family had preferred the truffle over alfredo , I personally liked the alfredo , and we ended with a tiramisu which was different and unique from any other tiramisu i had ever tasted !!!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I had ordered bruschetta for the starter and it was nourishing - and I ordered chicken alfredo and truffle though my family had preferred the truffle over alfredo , I personally liked the alfredo , and we ended with a tiramisu which was different and unique from any other tiramisu i had ever tasted !!!”July 2026
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Truffle pasta with beef fillet Net +1
“The food was excellent, especially the truffle pasta with beef fillet, and the appetizers were equally enjoyable.”
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“The food was excellent, especially the truffle pasta with beef fillet, and the appetizers were equally enjoyable.”July 2026
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Truffle with chicken breast Net +1
“We have also ordered pastas: Crema de Funghi and Truffle with chicken breast. Both are delicious but pastas are a bit soggy and too much sauce for our taste.”
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Review excerpts
“We have also ordered pastas: Crema de Funghi and Truffle with chicken breast. Both are delicious but pastas are a bit soggy and too much sauce for our taste.”May 2026
Drinks 2
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Avocado and mint smoothie Net +1
“Had the avocado and mint smoothie which was delicious”
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“Had the avocado and mint smoothie which was delicious”May 2026
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Cappuccino Net +1
“We ended our meal with cappuccino and hot chocolate, both of which were excellent, especially for the price.”
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“We ended our meal with cappuccino and hot chocolate, both of which were excellent, especially for the price.”March 2026
What to Avoid (1)
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Diavola pizza Net −1
“"I ordered the Diavola pizza and found it to be not tasty and completely lacking the expected spice. The pizza felt diluted with too many bell peppers and onions, and the small green chilies visible in the photo delivered no heat or good flavor. To make matters worse, I was charged extra for Parmesan cheese, which I believe should be standard for a pizza. The overall experience was disappointing due to the poor flavor execution and the nickel-and-diming on condiments”
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Critical review excerpts
“"I ordered the Diavola pizza and found it to be not tasty and completely lacking the expected spice. The pizza felt diluted with too many bell peppers and onions, and the small green chilies visible in the photo delivered no heat or good flavor. To make matters worse, I was charged extra for Parmesan cheese, which I believe should be standard for a pizza. The overall experience was disappointing due to the poor flavor execution and the nickel-and-diming on condiments”October 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Share Pizza. Consider sharing a pizza: one reviewer found a single pizza more than enough for two people.
Check Texture. If pasta texture matters to you, ask about doneness and sauce levels, as one visit found the pasta chewy.
Avoid Closing. Avoid arriving right at closing time; a 10 pm visit found the restaurant empty and no waitstaff on the floor.
Ask Celebrations. For a birthday meal, ask whether the surprise gift mentioned by one reviewer is available.
Try Outdoors. For an evening visit, request an outdoor table if you want a clear view of the fountain show.
Bring Children. Families can ask for a high chair and dedicated kids’ menu options; reviewers found the kids’ menu good value.
Plan the visit
Practical details
City Center
Port Saeed - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Chewy Texture
One review found several pasta dishes a little chewy and suggested more precise cooking for a more authentic texture.
Heavy Sauce
A separate visit found the pasta soggy and overly sauced, so texture and sauce levels may vary by dish.
Late Service
At 10 pm, one diner found no waitstaff on the floor while the restaurant was closing.
Small Extra
A reviewer felt the additional chicken serving was too small to notice, describing only five or six very small pieces in the dish.
Mild Diavola
The Diavola pizza was criticised for lacking expected spice and containing too many peppers and onions.
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The Bottom Line
Vapiano City Centre Deira is a casual Italian restaurant in Port Saeed where you can order fresh pasta, pizza and salads in a relaxed setting. The strongest choices in the reviews include chicken Alfredo, truffle pasta with beef fillet, burrata pizza and risotto al funghi. Portions are often described as generous, and one pizza was enough for two diners.
It is a practical family option inside Deira City Centre. Reviewers mention high chairs, dedicated kids’ menu choices and staff who are comfortable helping families with children. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as cozy or peaceful, while an outdoor table can give you a clear view of the fountain show during dinner.
There are a few reasons to order thoughtfully. Pasta texture was inconsistent across visits: one reviewer found it chewy, while another described it as soggy with too much sauce. The Diavola pizza was also criticised for being mild rather than properly spicy.
An additional chicken serving was described as surprisingly small, and a 10 pm visit coincided with closing activity and no waitstaff on the floor. For a first visit, sharing a pizza, asking about pasta doneness and arriving before closing are sensible moves.
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