Restaurant
in Dubai.

AboutA working index of places worth your time in Dubai — cafés, kitchens, wine rooms, the occasional hotel. Every entry has been visited at least twice. None of them paid to be here.

How to useFilter by any combination of tags below. Selecting two narrows the list to places that match both. Tap any row for details, hours, and map.

CuratorMaintained by Better Taste + locals. Suggestions welcome — every recommendation is reviewed before it joins the list.

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An upscale Italian cafe from the Cipriani family, set inside Mr. C Residences in Jumeirah with elegant terrazzo-and-marble interiors and Dubai Canal views. Known for authentic Italian cooking across breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a generous display of house-made pastries, cakes and gelato.

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A relaxed European cafe and bistro in Port de La Mer with a warm, seaside feel. The seasonal menu runs from hearty breakfasts to fresh seafood and sandwiches, paired with specialty coffee and non-alcoholic cocktails.

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Simple neighborhood cafe with steady coffee and kind staff. Best morning to midday; afternoons get busy.

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Simple cafe with consistent coffee and quick service. Good for a short stop. Best mid‑morning; lunch gets busy.

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