By rating and review confidence
Best Cafes in Dubai
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French ToastThe berry-topped French toast earns repeated praise for its soft texture, custard, Chantilly cream and maple syrup.
Breakfast ChoicesBreakfast has creative options, including shakshuka with eggplant and a Japanese-style avocado toast with ginger, seaweed and yuzu.
Parlour Boutique is a French-style restaurant and cafe in Trade Centre, with breakfast, pastries, specialty coffee and a relaxed dining setting. Reviews make the French toast and croissant-based Benedict stand out, while the polished interior suits an unhurried breakfast or coffee meeting.
View full business page →Tip: Try French ToastIf it is your first visit, the berry-topped French toast is the clearest recurring recommendation.
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Zero alcoholA dedicated non-alcoholic drinks menu makes NoLo an easy choice for a night out without alcohol.
City viewsThe 24th-floor setting gives diners wide views over Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai.
NoLo is a non-alcoholic bar and restaurant in DIFC with a relaxed, vintage jazz-club atmosphere. Visitors come for creative mocktails and dishes such as wagyu sliders, with board games and city views adding to the evening.
View full business page →Tip: Request a windowAsk for a window table if you want the Sheikh Zayed Road view; one review says these seats can be requested.
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Business settingQuiet, private rooms support roundtables, strategic discussions and executive meetings without a distracting atmosphere.
NetworkingMembers and event guests regularly describe leaving meetings with useful new contacts or ideas.
Capital Club Dubai is a private business club in DIFC, built around professional meetings, networking and events. Reviews also point to private dining and a cigar lounge, with quiet spaces that make it easier to talk business or linger over lunch.
View full business page →Tip: Check parkingAllow extra time for parking and the exit, especially on weekends when one reviewer reported a 20-minute delay.
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Crisp textureThe waffles are consistently described as crisp or crunchy outside while staying soft in the middle.
Custom ordersWaffles can be adjusted by removing ingredients, including for an avocado allergy.
WOFL is a homegrown waffle bakery and specialty coffee house built around sandwich waffles and fresh grab-and-go food. At its Jumeirah Beach Residence spot, customers come for crisp sweet favourites such as the Nutella-and-strawberry Old Faithful, as well as filling savoury breakfasts.
View full business page →Tip: Check takeawayInspect fruit and toppings before leaving, after one takeaway order had mould on every berry.
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Spacious SeatingThere is ample seating upstairs and outdoors, making the branch comfortable for groups or longer visits.
Work FriendlyThe calm first-floor atmosphere and spacious layout suit focused work, reading or a quiet coffee.
Tim Hortons The B1 is a spacious coffee shop in Al Barsha serving coffee, light fare, pastries and breakfast sandwiches. Reviews make it especially appealing for relaxed coffee breaks, with upstairs and outdoor seating, a work-friendly atmosphere, and favourites such as French Vanilla and grilled cheese turkey.
View full business page →Tip: Use OutdoorsVisit in cooler weather if you want to make the most of the outdoor tables and mall views.
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Pistachio favouriteThe pistachio is repeatedly praised for its smooth texture and semi-salted, not-too-sweet flavour.
Helpful serviceSeveral reviews describe staff as welcoming and attentive, including patient help with children and mixed gelato orders.
Morelli’s Gelato sits in Dubai Mall in Downtown Dubai, serving creamy gelato, sorbet and desserts in a comfortable seating area. The pistachio flavours, raspberry sorbet and coffee drinks are among the most useful picks mentioned by customers.
View full business page →Tip: Sample firstAsk to sample flavours before choosing; customers say staff allowed two samples when they were undecided.
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Specialty rangeA useful JLT stop for UK and USA grocery items, alongside everyday supermarket essentials.
Good dealsSome promotions are described as unusually competitive, even compared with wholesalers.
West Zone Fresh Supermarket is a neighbourhood grocery stop in Jumeirah Lake Towers, with everyday essentials alongside specialty products such as UK and USA items. Customers also use its home-delivery service, although delivery reliability varies by review.
View full business page →Tip: Check timingIf ordering delivery, keep your schedule flexible: one review says the selected time slot was not followed.
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Clean boatsBoats are repeatedly described as spotless, well-maintained and carefully decorated, with comfortable seating and a cozy setup.
Local touchesTraditional Emirati coffee, dates, sweets and other refreshments give the cruise a thoughtful UAE-themed feel.
Dreams Boats is a boat-rental service in Al Jaddaf, offering calm cruises with comfortable, decorated boats and attentive hospitality. Reviews especially highlight breakfast rides and private family outings, with Arabic coffee, dates and snacks adding a distinctly local touch.
View full business page →Tip: Check extrasAsk which drinks and desserts are included before booking; one review reports ice cream and fresh juices were charged separately.
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Shrimp SandwichesThe shrimp sandwiches use massive Egyptian bread, crispy breaded shrimp and rich tahini sauce.
Sports ScreensMultiple TVs let diners follow football, UFC and Formula 1 from around the venue.
NAYAS Restaurant & Cafe is an Arabic and international cafe and shisha lounge in Dubai Internet City, with food, drinks and several seating areas. Reviews point to its shrimp sandwiches, sushi, sports screens and relaxed setting as reasons to stay for a meal, conversation or a game.
View full business page →Tip: Lunch StopFor a quick workday meal, use its ground-floor location in Thuraya Tower.
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ShawarmaChicken shawarma is often described as juicy, fresh and well-seasoned, with warm Arabic bread, garlic sauce and crisp vegetables.
Falafel WrapThe falafel shawarma stands out for herbaceous falafel, garlic sauce, salad, fries and good pickles.
Wejdan Cafe & Restaurant in Jumeirah is a casual fast-food spot best known for shawarma, with fresh juices, karak tea and a broad menu for quick meals. Reviews also highlight late-night visits, generous portions and affordable value.
View full business page →Tip: Try FalafelIf you like vegetarian wraps, try the falafel shawarma with its herbaceous filling, garlic sauce, salad and fries.
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