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Best Italian restaurants in JLT
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What people like
Live musicLive singers, DJs, karaoke and open-mic sets give ordinary dinners a lively edge.
Brunch valueSeveral reviews describe the brunch as affordable, enjoyable and well suited to groups or families.
PizzaExpress Live is an Italian restaurant in Jumeirah Lakes Towers where you can settle in for pizza and pasta alongside live music. Reviews also highlight family-friendly pizza-making sessions and lively brunches, making it a good pick when dinner needs some entertainment.
View full business page →Tip: Check scheduleConfirm the entertainment lineup before going if live music is your main reason to visit.
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What people like
Fresh pastriesCroissants and sweets are repeatedly praised for being fresh, with desserts described as lightly sweet and available in many flavours.
Strong coffeeEspresso and coffee are standout orders, with one reviewer describing the espresso temperature and extraction as exceptionally well judged.
Golositalia JLT is an Italian pastry shop, café and restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, with handmade baked goods alongside pizza, pasta and coffee. It is especially worth considering for an Italian-style breakfast, a quick coffee with fresh pastries, or a casual meal with outdoor JLT views.
View full business page →Tip: Use public parkingIf driving, allow time to park in the Clusters public parking, as one visitor found typical for JLT.
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What people like
Rebecca sandwichThe Rebecca repeatedly stands out, with one customer praising its rich pulled brisket and satisfying ingredients.
Signature rangeThe Bistro Melt and Coronation Chicken were both praised for balanced flavours, with the Bistro Melt noted for caramelised onions and seasoned beef.
Gino’s Deli is a delivery-only Italian restaurant serving sandwiches, panuozzo, pasta and sides in Jumeirah Lake Towers. Reviews make the Rebecca, chicken pesto and newer signature sandwiches the clearest starting points, though delivery timing and consistency can vary.
View full business page →Tip: Start with sandwichesFor a first order, lean toward the sandwiches: one review found the penne calabrese bland and undercooked, while noting that the sandwiches may be better.
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What people like
Italian atmosphereThe rooftop setting, greenery, Italian décor and music create a distinctly Italian feel without making the restaurant feel formal.
Pizza qualityThin, crisp-edged pizzas from the wood-burning oven are the main draw, with reviewers praising the potato, pepperoni and meatball versions.
Franky's Pizzeria is a rooftop Italian restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, serving contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza and antipasti. Reviews point to the wood-fired pizzas, especially the meatball and potato versions, as well as a relaxed setting for casual dinners, dates and brunch.
View full business page →Tip: Check juice priceAsk for the price before upgrading a listed juice to fresh; one orange juice changed from 20 AED to 35 AED on the bill.
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