Jumeirah is one of Dubai’s oldest districts, home to long-standing Emirati families and a growing community of affluent expats. This storied coastal enclave has some of the most exclusive homes in the city, and its breakfast scene is just as refined. Unlike the high-gloss bustle of Downtown or Dubai Marina, the pace here is slower and more grounded – set not in gleaming high-rise towers, but in villas with character and history. From heritage cafés pouring traditional gahwa to rooftop spots where barefoot surfers linger over flat whites after a morning at Kite Beach, these eight cafés capture the best of breakfast in Jumeirah.
Heal
With its minimalist, sun-drenched interiors and bougainvillea-lined courtyard, Heal Café brings a breezy Southern California aesthetic to Jumeirah. The breakfast menu is fresh and health-conscious with a local sensibility: think za’atar-spiced labneh, capsicum shakshuka, and thick-cut French toast. Coffee is roasted in-house, and much of the produce is sourced locally, including Hatta mangrove honey. Whether you're catching up with friends or easing into a solo morning with a book, Heal promises consistently good food with just enough bustle. It’s especially busy on weekends, but is well worth the wait.
Arabian Tea House
Few cafés in Dubai are as steeped in history as Arabian Tea House. Set within the Jumeirah Archaeological Site – an ancient settlement dating back to the 10th century Abbasid period – the café is a window to the city’s past, honouring Emirati culinary traditions. The breakfast spread is generous and authentic, with regag bread, balaleet (sweet saffron vermicelli with egg), chebab pancakes, and hearty shakshuka, all served with a basket of warm khubz fresh from the clay oven. Fragrant Arabic coffee is poured from a traditional dallah, and juices are pressed fresh to order. For locals, this Jumeirah café is a ritual – a nostalgic reminder of old Dubai. For visitors, it’s one of the best places to experience Emirati cuisine firsthand.
Comptoir 102
If Arabian Tea House embodies the soul of old Dubai, Comptoir 102 captures the spirit of new Jumeirah. Tucked away inside a retro 1970s villa in Jumeirah 1, this boutique concept venue is part café, part upscale bohemian retailer. Breakfast is simple but nourishing, with standout avocado toast combinations, bountiful mezze platters, and lattes made with house-blended nut milks. Inside, the mood is laid-back and languid, designed for slow mornings with good coffee and company. Don’t be surprised if you leave with more than just a full stomach – the shelves here are stocked with natural skincare, niche homewares and handmade jewellery you won’t find anywhere else in Dubai.
Bellini Cafe
Set along the Dubai Water Canal in the coveted Mr. C Residences, Bellini Café brings the ease of a Milanese summer to Jumeirah. Created by the fourth generation of the Cipriani family, this powder-pink space is bathed in soft waterfront light and has a stellar breakfast menu. Highlights include truffle-topped eggs, fluffy ricotta pancakes, focaccia served warm, and of course – perfectly pulled Italian espresso. The signature Bellini comes reimagined as a refreshing, alcohol-free spritz, best enjoyed in the late-morning sun. For residents of Mr. C, the café is an extension of the home – a local establishment that quickly becomes a daily coffee ritual.
The Surf Café by Leen’s
Jumeirah is at its heart a beachfront neighbourhood, and The Surf Café leans into its salty air setting with ease. On the upstairs terrace, you’ll find sandy-footed surfers refuelling after a morning on Kite Beach, sinking into fresh green juices and generously topped açai bowls over communal tables. Inside, the interiors are warm and unpretentious, lined with leafy plants and pop art pieces. While many Jumeirah cafés favour light, health-conscious fare, The Surf Café doesn’t shy away from comfort: think stuffed croissants, full English breakfasts, and cheesy sandwiches. Coffee culture is taken seriously too, with one of the city’s best velvety flat whites. Just steps from the shore, it’s a go-to for beach mornings, post-workout breakfasts, and low-key weekend catch-ups.
Forever Rose
Originally founded in London as a luxury florist, Forever Rose found new life in the UAE in 2020 under Emirati entrepreneur Ebraheem Al Samadi, who reimagined the brand as a café where guests could quite literally step into a drawing. Decorated entirely in flat black and white, the interiors feel like a hand-sketched storybook – romantic and utterly unique. While the visuals are striking, it’s the local flavours that keep people coming back. Signature dishes here include saffron milk cake, warm date pastries, and Umm Ali French Toast. Loved by both Emiratis and visitors looking for a picture-perfect breakfast, Forever Rose is one of those rare spots that feels playful yet polished, and unmistakably homegrown.
Villa 515 Café
Villa 515 is one of Jumeirah’s best-kept secrets. Set inside a restored villa on Jumeirah Beach Road, it houses not just a café but one of the region’s most respected independent perfumeries. Founded by Emirati entrepreneur Dhaher Bin Dhaher in 2013, this homegrown brand has earned a cult following for its bespoke scent workshops and modern takes on oud, musk, and bukhoor, drawing from Bedouin traditions. It’s a transportive breakfast setting for fragrance lovers, with a light but considered menu. Eggs Benedict is a standout, alongside fresh Danish pastries and silky smooth espresso. Upstairs, a spiral staircase inspired by the movement of smoke leads to a leafy rooftop terrace overlooking the old neighbourhood. Quiet, aromatic, and rooted in local craftsmanship, Villa 515 offers an introspective, sensory take on breakfast in Jumeirah.
SEVA table
Located in Jumeirah 1, SEVA Table is one of Dubai’s only fully plant-based, gluten-free cafés – and one of its most atmospheric. This villa-style café opens into a barefoot garden shaded by banyan trees and bougainvillaea, with low tables and cushioned floor seating. Guests are encouraged to disconnect: there’s a gentle no-phones policy, no Wi-Fi, and no laptops in sight – just nourishing food and an authentic atmosphere you’ll wish you’d discovered sooner. The menu is far from predictable, in line with SEVA’s promise that “you won’t even notice it’s vegan.” Highlights include the chickpea eggless omelette, spicy tofu dynamite, and Lion’s Mane mushroom tawook. Everything is prepared on-site using organic ingredients and adaptogenic herbs where possible. After breakfast, guests can browse the café library, or simply take a moment to reset in one of Jumeirah’s most grounding green spaces.
