Savoury Waffles
The waffles work as proper meals, with reviewers praising the Old School, New York Deli and fried chicken versions.
WOFL
Dubai Hills Estate
WOFL is a Dubai Hills Estate restaurant centred on crisp, freshly made waffles served as both sweet treats and savoury meals. Reviews particularly point to the Fried Chicken waffle with maple syrup and the Old School savoury waffle, while coffee and milkshakes round out the visit.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
413 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh Batter
Several reviews describe the waffles as freshly made, with a crisp outside and soft centre.
Fried Chicken
The fried chicken waffle is a standout for many customers, especially paired with maple syrup and curly or sweet potato fries.
Generous Portions
Portions are described as generously filled and substantial enough to count as a meal, including sweet waffles.
Coffee Quality
Coffee gets repeated praise, including a rich coffee, good flat white and latte made with Ethiopia beans.
Family Friendly
Children have a reliable savoury option: one family says the scrambled-egg waffle is the kids’ choice at Dubai Hills Mall.
Cosy Setting
Reviewers describe the atmosphere as cosy, inviting and clean, with playful balloon-themed lights.
What to Eat at WOFL 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 WOFL, 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 WOFL got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 5
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Fried chicken savoury waffle Net +5
“I tried the Fried Chicken savoury waffle with maple syrup- it was great! Well-cooked and a unique dish. Served with yummy curly fries.”
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“I tried the Fried Chicken savoury waffle with maple syrup- it was great! Well-cooked and a unique dish. Served with yummy curly fries.”December 2025
“The waffle combinations were delectable, my only concern was the chicken in the fried chicken waffle didn’t seem fresh, although the taste was lovely. Yet, my favorite aspect of my visit was the outstanding service.”July 2025
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Old school savoury waffle Net +5
“The Old School savoury waffle is OUT OF THIS WORLD! Absolutely LOVE it!”
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“The Old School savoury waffle is OUT OF THIS WORLD! Absolutely LOVE it!”February 2025
“The highlight of my visit was their savory waffle called the Old School, which was absolutely fantastic. The combination of flavors was perfect—crispy yet soft, and the toppings were fresh and flavorful.”February 2025
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Mango waffle Net +2
“The waffles, as usual, were simply great. In addition to my favorite one, Old School, I tried the new Mango waffle as dessert. It was amazing.”
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“The waffles, as usual, were simply great. In addition to my favorite one, Old School, I tried the new Mango waffle as dessert. It was amazing.”January 2023
“Stepped out for coffee and dessert with the ladies and WOFL was a good option. We had the Affogato and shared a Mango waffle, both were chilled and sweet treats.”August 2024
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Old faithful Net +2
“I had my first experience at WOFL today, and it was pretty good, the selection of food both savoury and sweet was excellent, and the beverage selection was very good, my favourite waffle was the Old Faithful... I will return :-)”
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Review excerpts
“I had my first experience at WOFL today, and it was pretty good, the selection of food both savoury and sweet was excellent, and the beverage selection was very good, my favourite waffle was the Old Faithful... I will return :-)”January 2023
“Finished the meal with “Old Faithful” for sweet tooth, and the dish was light, not too sweet and definitely delicious!”January 2023
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Vegas wofl Net +2
“Tried their Vegas wofl and fresh prawns took me by surprise! The quality of ingredients can be tasted with each bite and the waffles are perfectly crisp from the outside and soft from inside - just how it should be. So yum!”
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Review excerpts
“Tried their Vegas wofl and fresh prawns took me by surprise! The quality of ingredients can be tasted with each bite and the waffles are perfectly crisp from the outside and soft from inside - just how it should be. So yum!”January 2023
“My all-time fave, the Croque Monsieur versus my new favourite, The Vegas, at Dubai Hills. I’m amazed at how they turned the waffle into a crouton-style! It was so delicious! highly recommended, must try!”March 2025
Honorable mentions (15)
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Affogato Net +1
“Stepped out for coffee and dessert with the ladies and WOFL was a good option. We had the Affogato and shared a Mango waffle, both were chilled and sweet treats.”
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Review excerpts
“Stepped out for coffee and dessert with the ladies and WOFL was a good option. We had the Affogato and shared a Mango waffle, both were chilled and sweet treats.”August 2024
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Chocolatey waffle Net +1
“& ended up with this delicious chocolatey waffle that was so good 😋”
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“& ended up with this delicious chocolatey waffle that was so good 😋”September 2025
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Croque monsieur Net +1
“My all-time fave, the Croque Monsieur versus my new favourite, The Vegas, at Dubai Hills.”
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Review excerpts
“My all-time fave, the Croque Monsieur versus my new favourite, The Vegas, at Dubai Hills.”March 2025
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Dragon's breath Net +1
“I enjoyed both the savory waffles: Fried Chicken and Dragon's Breath.”
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“I enjoyed both the savory waffles: Fried Chicken and Dragon's Breath.”March 2025
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Enchanted forest Net +1
“The sweet La Tartin was absolutely lovely too, as was the Enchanted Forest.”
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“The sweet La Tartin was absolutely lovely too, as was the Enchanted Forest.”February 2025
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Fried chicken Net +1
“I enjoyed both the savory waffles: Fried Chicken and Dragon's Breath.”
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“I enjoyed both the savory waffles: Fried Chicken and Dragon's Breath.”March 2025
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Lotus Net +1
“I tried the Savoury Wofls Fried Chicken along with Lotus and Caramel Milkshake and it was perfect. The serving is fully loaded and really worth your penny.”
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“I tried the Savoury Wofls Fried Chicken along with Lotus and Caramel Milkshake and it was perfect. The serving is fully loaded and really worth your penny.”May 2024
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Marshmallow waffle Net +1
“The marshmallow waffle is also very catchy and delicious. Its a must visit 💯 recommended”
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“The marshmallow waffle is also very catchy and delicious. Its a must visit 💯 recommended”May 2026
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Mexican Net +1
“Waffles are also delicious, ingredients super fresh. Love the Mexican and the Old School (hold the onions tho).”
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“Waffles are also delicious, ingredients super fresh. Love the Mexican and the Old School (hold the onions tho).”February 2024
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Mexican chicken Net +1
“Tried WOFL for lunch, ordered the turkey & cheese, also tried the Mexican chicken, both tasted very good, good ingredients for each type. Portions were also good.”
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“Tried WOFL for lunch, ordered the turkey & cheese, also tried the Mexican chicken, both tasted very good, good ingredients for each type. Portions were also good.”May 2023
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New york deli on dutchman butter (classic waffle with sesame seeds) Net +1
“Dropped by to grab a quick brunch today. I opted for New York Deli on Dutchman butter (classic waffle with sesame seeds), and yeah you guys never fails. The homemade mayo is so yum that it’s perfectly blended with the other ingredients. Oh, I also had a Latte using medium roast Ethiopia beans and it naturally complemented my waffle. Special thanks to Kayla and Sushila who patiently introduce the menu. Kudos WOFL!”
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Review excerpts
“Dropped by to grab a quick brunch today. I opted for New York Deli on Dutchman butter (classic waffle with sesame seeds), and yeah you guys never fails. The homemade mayo is so yum that it’s perfectly blended with the other ingredients. Oh, I also had a Latte using medium roast Ethiopia beans and it naturally complemented my waffle. Special thanks to Kayla and Sushila who patiently introduce the menu. Kudos WOFL!”September 2023
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New york deli savoury wofl Net +1
“We ordered the New York Deli Savoury WOFL which is in a buckwheat batter waffle and the Fried Chicken Savoury WOFL which is in a sesame batter waffle and is accompanied by some maple syrup, spicy mayo and comes with a side of sweet potato fries. Both were really flavourful and tasty.”
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Review excerpts
“We ordered the New York Deli Savoury WOFL which is in a buckwheat batter waffle and the Fried Chicken Savoury WOFL which is in a sesame batter waffle and is accompanied by some maple syrup, spicy mayo and comes with a side of sweet potato fries. Both were really flavourful and tasty.”August 2023
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Savory waffle Net +1
“I never had savory waffle and here the one I had was freshly baked waffle made of Norseman batter and the topping made it so sumptuous.”
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“I never had savory waffle and here the one I had was freshly baked waffle made of Norseman batter and the topping made it so sumptuous.”May 2026
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Turkey & cheese Net +1
“Tried WOFL for lunch, ordered the turkey & cheese, also tried the Mexican chicken, both tasted very good, good ingredients for each type. Portions were also good.”
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“Tried WOFL for lunch, ordered the turkey & cheese, also tried the Mexican chicken, both tasted very good, good ingredients for each type. Portions were also good.”May 2023
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Waffle with scrambled eggs Net +1
“They go for the waffle with scrambled eggs, at any time of the day! Lovely service, good eats and recently discovered they have some great coffee.”
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“They go for the waffle with scrambled eggs, at any time of the day! Lovely service, good eats and recently discovered they have some great coffee.”June 2025
Drinks 5
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Caramel milkshake Net +1
“I tried the Savoury Wofls Fried Chicken along with Lotus and Caramel Milkshake and it was perfect. The serving is fully loaded and really worth your penny.”
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Review excerpts
“I tried the Savoury Wofls Fried Chicken along with Lotus and Caramel Milkshake and it was perfect. The serving is fully loaded and really worth your penny.”May 2024
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Coffee Net +1
“The food was delicious, and the coffee was genuinely amazing rich, fresh, and high quality. You can really tell they care about what they serve.”
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“The food was delicious, and the coffee was genuinely amazing rich, fresh, and high quality. You can really tell they care about what they serve.”April 2026
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Flat white Net +1
“And of course, my flat white was great. 😍 Gonna come back soon!”
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“And of course, my flat white was great. 😍 Gonna come back soon!”March 2025
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Fresh apple juice Net +1
“Fresh apple juice is tart yet sweet and worth every penny.”
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Review excerpts
“Fresh apple juice is tart yet sweet and worth every penny.”February 2024
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Latte using medium roast ethiopia beans Net +1
“Dropped by to grab a quick brunch today. I opted for New York Deli on Dutchman butter (classic waffle with sesame seeds), and yeah you guys never fails. The homemade mayo is so yum that it’s perfectly blended with the other ingredients. Oh, I also had a Latte using medium roast Ethiopia beans and it naturally complemented my waffle. Special thanks to Kayla and Sushila who patiently introduce the menu. Kudos WOFL!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Dropped by to grab a quick brunch today. I opted for New York Deli on Dutchman butter (classic waffle with sesame seeds), and yeah you guys never fails. The homemade mayo is so yum that it’s perfectly blended with the other ingredients. Oh, I also had a Latte using medium roast Ethiopia beans and it naturally complemented my waffle. Special thanks to Kayla and Sushila who patiently introduce the menu. Kudos WOFL!”September 2023
What to Avoid (2)
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The sweetheart Net −1
“We ordered their Sweet Wofls, The Sweetheart in particular. To be honest, I'm not a fan. The whipped cream could have been a little sweeter, but the bread is nice — crispy and pretty big.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We ordered their Sweet Wofls, The Sweetheart in particular. To be honest, I'm not a fan. The whipped cream could have been a little sweeter, but the bread is nice — crispy and pretty big.”May 2024
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Ze vegan Net −1
“Ordered Ze Vegan and the Fried Chicken waffle. My mistake. Fried Chicken waffle was bland, soft and overpriced for what was there. Ze Vegan needed a better mix of ingredients. More of a sweet waffle than savory.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Ordered Ze Vegan and the Fried Chicken waffle. My mistake. Fried Chicken waffle was bland, soft and overpriced for what was there. Ze Vegan needed a better mix of ingredients. More of a sweet waffle than savory.”July 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Combos. If you want a regular waffle with Nutella, strawberries and cream, ask whether The Sweetheart is cheaper than ordering those toppings separately.
Time Dessert. Order ice-cream waffles after your savoury food; one La Tatin arrived too early and became soggy as the ice cream melted.
Confirm Ingredients. For dairy-free orders, confirm the waffle base and every topping before paying, especially if a topping is unavailable.
Find It. Inside Dubai Hills Mall, look right opposite the food court rather than searching elsewhere in the mall.
Avoid Crowds. Expect queues during Dubai Shopping Festival; visiting outside those periods may make a quick stop easier.
Try Savoury. If you usually think of waffles as dessert, start with a savoury option: reviewers were especially taken with the fried chicken and Old School.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Khail Rd
Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Service Mismatch
One customer reported an order misunderstanding followed by argumentative and rude handling from two staff members.
Vegan Availability
Biscoff was unavailable during one visit, leaving a dairy-free customer unable to confirm the topping’s ingredients.
Melting Ice Cream
An ice-cream waffle served before the meal became soggy when the ice cream melted over the tray.
Mixed Chicken
One reviewer enjoyed the flavour but felt the chicken in the fried chicken waffle did not seem fresh.
Separate Pricing
A customer paid more by ordering waffle toppings individually instead of being directed to the matching set menu.
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The Bottom Line
WOFL is a Dubai Hills Estate waffle restaurant where the format goes well beyond dessert. You can order a savoury waffle meal such as Old School, New York Deli or Fried Chicken, then follow it with a sweet creation such as Mango or The Sweetheart. The waffles are made in-house and several reviewers describe them as crisp outside and soft inside.
The Fried Chicken waffle is the clearest crowd favourite. Customers pair it with maple syrup, spicy mayo and fries, while the Old School also earns unusually strong praise. Portions are generous enough to function as a full meal, and families mention the scrambled-egg waffle as a dependable choice for children.
Coffee is another strength, with positive comments on flat whites, lattes and richer speciality drinks. The setting is cosy, clean and playful, with the Dubai Hills Mall outlet located opposite the food court. It can get busy during Dubai Shopping Festival, so a quieter visit may be easier outside those periods.
There are a few ordering points to watch. Ask whether a named set is cheaper than choosing matching toppings separately, and confirm vegan ingredients and topping availability before ordering. Save ice-cream waffles for dessert, as one arrived early and turned soggy while waiting.