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Best Cafes in Downtown Dubai
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Chewy BobaThe boba is consistently praised for a soft, chewy texture rather than a hard bite.
Coffee JellyCoffee jelly works especially well with the tea and adds a popular alternative to standard pearls.
Tiger Sugar is a bubble-tea cafe in Downtown Dubai, located in Dubai Mall’s food court. Its menu centres on brown-sugar boba drinks, including the popular black sugar pearl combination with coffee jelly, milk and cream mousse, alongside treats such as strawberry mochi.
View full business page →Tip: Reduce SugarAsk for less sugar first; multiple reviewers found the drinks very sweet, and one specifically recommends the less-sugar option.
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Game libraryThe collection includes hundreds of games, from familiar choices such as Uno and Jenga to less familiar titles.
Game guidanceStaff regularly recommend games and explain the rules clearly, including for first-time players and advanced games.
THE SIX Board Game Cafe in Downtown Dubai combines a coffee-shop setting with a large board-game library, snacks and drinks. It suits groups who want to learn unfamiliar games with staff guidance, or settle in for a relaxed session with friends and family.
View full business page →Tip: Request guidanceIf you do not know the games, ask for a recommendation and a full rules explanation before starting.
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Date selectionPremium plain and stuffed dates include tahini, almonds and walnuts, with gift-ready elegant boxes.
Breakfast dishesBreakfast gets specific praise for Qinwan syrniki, Turkish Eggs, Eggs Benedict and an açai bowl with fresh fruit.
Qinwan Cafe in Downtown Dubai is a polished café for Arabic coffee, carefully presented dates and relaxed meals. Reviews point to breakfast favourites such as syrniki and Turkish Eggs, while the date ice cream and complimentary tastings add a distinctly local reason to linger.
View full business page →Tip: Request samplesAsk to sample dates or gelato before choosing; reviewers say tastings help with unfamiliar selections.
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French toastThe Lotus and classic French toast are repeatedly described as soft, balanced and delicately textured.
Generous portionsThe breakfast bag ordered for two was described as large enough for more than two people.
TEN 11 is a cafe in Downtown Dubai, inside Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue. Reviews make it worth considering for specialty coffee, including Chemex and V60 brews, alongside breakfast favourites such as French toast and generous breakfast sets.
View full business page →Tip: Confirm availabilityIf travelling for Emirati breakfast, call on the same day: one customer was told it had finished despite earlier confirmation.
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Waterfall viewsThe café’s seating beside the waterfall creates a calm backdrop, while outdoor tables can face the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain.
Dietary careOne guest with lactose and gluten intolerance said the team adjusted the food to meet their dietary requirements.
Café Bateel is a Mediterranean café in Downtown Dubai, set beside Dubai Mall’s waterfall with indoor and outdoor seating. Reviews point to it for relaxed breakfasts, date pudding, premium dates and date-based gifts, as well as a sit-down meal with fountain or Burj Khalifa views.
View full business page →Tip: Choose indoorsIf you are with children or do not want smoke, choose indoor seating; outdoor tables can also involve a wait.
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Pastry RangeThe pastry and cake display is a major draw, with customers highlighting croissants, buns, babka and cakes.
Warm SettingAround 20 indoor tables and additional outdoor seating suit coffee breaks, meals and casual catch-ups.
BABA ROMA is an urban cafe, patisserie and bakery bistro in Downtown Dubai, centred on breakfast, brunch and all-day dining. It is worth considering for carefully made coffee, fresh pastries and a relaxed meal in a stylish setting.
View full business page →Tip: Try CoffeeMake coffee a priority: the latte was praised for its beans, extraction and milk texture.
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Quieter locationOne customer found it usually less crowded than other cafes in Dubai Mall.
Plant milkPlant milks are available, which is useful if you avoid dairy in your coffee.
Secret Garden by L'ETO is an upscale cake-and-coffee shop in Downtown Dubai’s Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue. Customers come for a calm, flower-filled setting and desserts, with the mango French toast and wide cake and cheesecake selection standing out alongside coffees, mocktails and other drinks.
View full business page →Tip: Try toastConsider the mango French toast if you want a substantial sweet breakfast rather than only cake.
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DessertsNutella tiramisu, butterscotch pudding, pistachio cake and date lamington all receive specific praise from customers.
Matcha choicesThe strawberry matcha and charcoal matcha are described as smooth, balanced and delicious.
RX Coffee Apothecary is a stylish café in Downtown Dubai, inside Dubai Mall’s District area, with a calm, red-toned setting suited to coffee breaks and catch-ups. The menu is especially appealing for specialty coffee such as Panama Geisha hand brew and desserts including Nutella tiramisu.
View full business page →Tip: Try V60Ask about the V60 if you prefer filter coffee; one customer specifically enjoyed the Ethiopian-bean version.
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AtmosphereThe interior is repeatedly described as cosy and inviting, with comfortable seating and a peaceful view over the mall walkways.
Fresh BakesA recent visit found the cheeseburger, pastries and hazelnut doughnut fresh, while the coffee paired well with the desserts.
Home Bakery is a cosy cafe in Downtown Dubai, known for its milk cakes, coffee and baked treats. It also works well for breakfast or a relaxed mall break, with reviewers highlighting the crème brûlée French toast and a comfortable setting overlooking the Dubai Mall walkways.
View full business page →Tip: Go EarlyFor a quieter visit, try a weekday morning; one reviewer specifically found mornings less busy than other times.
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PancakesPancakes are a recurring favourite, including blueberry versions and pancakes with caramel sauce and fresh pecans.
Burj KhalifaOutdoor tables can give you a Burj Khalifa view, adding a distinctive backdrop to breakfast or dinner.
Apricot is a casual European eatery and cafe in Downtown Dubai, valued for its leafy, relaxed setting near the city’s busiest sights. Breakfast is the main draw, with Turkish breakfast spreads and popular pancakes, while indoor seating gives you a cooler alternative in summer.
View full business page →Tip: Share breakfastConsider sharing the Turkish breakfast; one reviewer found it a good portion for two people.
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