Get snap happy at the most Instagrammable cafes in Dubai!
Are you guilty of ‘gramming your food before you eat it? Well, you’re certainly not alone. Most of us like to satisfy our Insta feed with tempting snaps of delicious food and stunning interiors of the eateries we visit. Today, we bring you a list of the top Instagrammable cafes in Dubai that can help you elevate your Insta game. From the delightfully floral to storybook wonderlands, these cafes will satisfy your palates and help you stand out on the ‘gram.
TOP INSTAGRAMMABLE CAFES IN DUBAI
Whether you need a quick fix of coffee or want to celebrate a special occasion, reserve a spot at these cafes to be the talk of the town.
BOSTON LANE
Offering fantastic toasties and cool vibes, Boston Lane is another Instagrammable cafe in Dubai worth a visit. Its interiors are imbued in shades of pinks and whites, offering a summery feel. The outdoors are equally cool. Around the cafe, there is plenty of greenery to make for a superb backdrop for your picture-perfect selfie. #bostonlanedubai! At Boston Lane, you can indulge in delectable food or grab a seriously tasty hot coffee.
- Average Cost for Two: AED 140
- Location: 6 A Street, The Courtyard, Al Quoz
- Timings: Sunday to Saturday 07:30 am – 07:00 pm
- Contact: +971-54-449-2131
COMPTOIR 102
Part clothing store, part cafe, Comptoir 102 is a delightful retreat for foodies. Known for being one of the best garden cafes in Dubai, it features wooden furniture, glass walls adorned with green pots and string lights hanging from the ceiling. You can click Insta-worthy snaps anywhere in this cafe in Dubai. Comptoir 102 offers organic, nutritious food such as soups, parmesan, red lentil dahl and soba noodles. Fresh and fruity smoothies are also available.
- Average Cost for Two: AED 170
- Location: 102 Beach Road, Jumeirah 1
- Timings: Sunday to Saturday 08:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-385-4555
FOREVER ROSE CAFE
Based on a storybook theme, Forever Rose Cafe looks like a fairytale dream! As you enter, the cafe’s 2D monochrome styled interiors make you feel like you’re in your favourite childhood tale. From chairs to plates, this unique eatery features a consistently cool monochrome design that sets it apart from other cafes.
The only bursts of colours are the roses that embellish the cafe. You can get a beautiful click with their Good Morning platter, quiche or croissants at this immensely popular cafe.
- Average Cost for Two: AED 235
- Location: Al Wasl Road, Al Safa
- Timings: Monday to Thursday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm | Friday to Sunday 10:00 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-548-4210
SAYA BRASSERIE
Adorned with floral archways, pink and gold-accented chairs as well as ambient lighting, Saya Brasserie becomes another Insta-friendly cafe in Dubai. Saya Brasserie serves up fresh salads, crispy fried chicken crumble, avocado toast, beef shakshuka and pink avocado rose. You can also enjoy Corn on the Cob with paprika lemon mayo and a mix of spices at this restaurant.
- Average Cost for Two: AED 90
- Location: Multiple Locations
- Timings: Sunday to Thursday 04:00 pm – 12:00 am | Friday and Saturday 12:00 pm – 01:00 am (The Pointe – 4, Al Khanezi Street, The Palm Jumeirah)
- Contact: +971-4-510-4800
SECRET GARDEN BY L’ETO
As the name suggests, Secret Garden is a hidden, floral paradise in Dubai. Decorated with a canopy of flowers and fairy lights, the cafe literally makes you feel you’re in a garden. Along with ambience, you can enjoy artisanal coffee or mocktails like the ‘passion flashbag beauty and the beast’ or ‘Alladin lamp’ at this cafe in The Dubai Mall.
- Average Cost for Two: AED 200
- Location: Multiple Locations
- Timings: Sunday to Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:00 pm | Thursday to Saturday 10:00 am – 12:00 am (The Dubai Mall)
- Contact: +971-4-388-2080
TANIA’S TEAHOUSE
Tania’s Teahouse is one of the most popular cafes in Umm Suqeim. It is known for its stylish interiors that feature pink accents, lush green plants and minimalist marble work. While some consider Tania’s Teahouse a great place to organise baby showers, it is also one of Dubai’s best work-friendly cafes. You can read books, play board games, enjoy speciality teas and light bites at this two-storey cafe.
- Average Cost for Two: AED 200
- Location: Jumeirah Street, Umm Suqeim
- Timings: Sunday to Saturday 08:00 am – 06:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-324-0021
TOM&SERG.
With ambient lighting and whimsical foliage, Tom&Serg. is another Insta-worthy cafe in Dubai. Established in 2013, Tom&Serg. is the brainchild of Tom Arnel and Sergio Lopez who make sure to offer guests a great culinary experience. If you’re looking for top cafes in Al Quoz, this place ought to be on your list.
Tom&Serg. serves croissants, gluten-free granola, halloumi bowl, braised sweet potato dahl and Turkish eggs for breakfast. Their dishes for lunch include the Tom&Serg. Burger, fish tacos, okra bhajis and crispy calamari.
- Average Cost for Two: AED 210
- Location: Al Quoz
- Timings: Monday to Friday 08:00 am – 04:00 pm | Saturday and Sunday 08:00 am – 06:00 pm
- Contact: +971-56-474-6812
VIBE
Calling all health-conscious diners in Dubai! VIBE is a beautiful cafe in Palm Jumeirah that encourages clean eating. VIBE features a rich colour scheme, indoor plants and ambient lighting, offering you a great opportunity to click pictures and up your Insta game! When it comes to the brilliantly eclectic food, you can enjoy grilled seafood, steaks, as well as classics of Indian and Middle-Eastern cuisine.
- Average Cost for Two: AED 170
- Location: Al Wasl | DIFC
- Timings: Sunday to Saturday 09:00 am – 10:00 pm (Al Wasl)
- Contact: +971-4-339-0087 (Al Wasl)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE SOME POPULAR CAFES IN DUBAI?
For those who want to grab some light bites there are plenty of popular cafes in Dubai for them, such as Public Cafe, Parlour Boutique and Two at Symphony.
WHAT ARE THE BEST INSTA-WORTHY SPOTS IN DUBAI?
The Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and City Walk are some of the most Insta-worthy spots in Dubai.
That brings an end to our list of the most Instagrammable cafes in Dubai. Eat your favourite food, click lots of photos and share your experience with your Insta family!
Aside from these cafes, you can check out Cupagahwa, Madness Made and Street X Gossip for Instagrammable desserts in Dubai.
The UAE has no shortage of beautiful selfie spots. Similar to Dubai, you can find various Insta-friendly spots in Abu Dhabi.
