Casual Dining

%ARABICA

% ARABICA at Limestone House, DIFC, is a Japanese speciality coffee brand known for its carefully sourced beans, freshly roasted coffee and minimalist design. The café combines its signature white aesthetic with natural wood and bright interiors, offering a convenient spot for coffee breaks, casual meetings and quick stops throughout the workday.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 6:45 AM – 10:00 PM Location: Limestone House, DIFC

1762 The Gourmet Deli

1762 The Gourmet Deli is a Dubai-born gourmet deli offering freshly prepared sandwiches, salads, pastries, coffee and other all-day favourites.
It is designed for both grab and go customers and guests who want to sit down for coffee or lunch. Its combination of deli food, bakery items and café drinks makes it particularly popular with the DIFC office community.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone A, Gate Avenue, DIFC

The Açaí Spot

The Açaí Spot is a health-focused café specialising in açaí bowls, smoothies and lighter food options. Customers can personalise bowls with fruits, granola and other toppings, making it popular for breakfast, snacks and post-workout meals. Its fresh and colourful menu provides a lighter alternative to conventional café dining.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Anassa Tea

Inspired by Mediterranean traditions, Anassa Tea offers a premium selection of Greek mountain teas and botanical infusions crafted from natural herbs and plants. Its range of aromatic blends provides a soothing alternative to coffee, ideal for a relaxing break or a calming tea ritual throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Central Park Towers, DIFC

Bagel & Co

Bagel & Co brings New York-style bagels to Gate Avenue’s South Market, with freshly baked and kettle-boiled bagels served with a range of fillings and spreads. Specialty coffee and breakfast and lunch selections complement the core bagel menu. It is designed for quick breakfasts, takeaway coffee and convenient lunchtime meals.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Location: Zone D , Gate Avenue , DIFC

Banan

Banan Bakery is an artisan café and bakery specialising in handcrafted sourdough, freshly baked pastries and specialty coffee. Its menu includes croissants, cookies, sandwiches and simple breakfast and brunch selections prepared fresh daily. The calm setting makes it suitable for both a quick coffee and a more relaxed daytime break.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Bartartine

Bartartine is a bakery and bistro recognised for artisan French bread, pastries and freshly prepared café dishes. Traditional baking techniques and quality ingredients are central to its breads and baked goods, while the wider menu makes it suitable for breakfast and casual meals. The concept combines the atmosphere of a European bakery with the versatility of an all-day café.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Bejuiced

Bejuiced is a health focused beverage concept specialising in smoothies, juices and protein-rich drinks. Its menu is particularly suited to customers looking for refreshing drinks, post-workout options and lighter alternatives to conventional café beverages.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Boho Café & Restaurant

Boho Café & Restaurant serves a variety of international dishes, breakfast favourites, light bites and freshly brewed coffee in a relaxed atmosphere. It’s an ideal spot for casual dining, coffee breaks or informal meetings.

Opening Hours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 AM; Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 AM
Location: Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC

Bread Ahead

Bread Ahead is a London-born artisan bakery famous for traditional baking techniques and freshly made breads, pastries, pizzas and signature filled doughnuts. Originating in Borough Market, the bakery brings its British baking heritage to Gate Avenue, DIFC. It is a convenient destination for breakfast, coffee, freshly baked treats or a casual meal throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Location: Zone A, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Brown Box Café

Brown Box Café offers a selection of wholesome meals with a focus on fresh ingredients and balanced food options. Its menu features salads, wraps, sandwiches and nourishing bowls, making it a casual choice for a quick lunch, light meal or takeaway during a busy working day in DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

Café Bateel

Café Bateel combines Mediterranean-inspired dining with a selection of speciality coffee, pastries and gourmet dates. Its all-day menu features breakfast favourites, fresh salads, pasta and light meals, alongside desserts made with Bateel’s signature dates, providing a comfortable setting for breakfast, business lunches or afternoon coffee breaks in DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

Cafe Frei

Café Frei offers a unique coffee experience with speciality blends and brewing styles inspired by coffee cultures across the globe. The menu also features teas, refreshing beverages, cakes and light bites, making it a pleasant spot for a morning coffee, a casual catch-up or a relaxing break during the day.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM;
Friday – Satuday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM;
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Location: Central Park Towers, DIFC

Caffè Nero

Caffè Nero is an Italian-inspired coffeehouse known for espresso-based drinks and a comfortable European café atmosphere. Coffee is complemented by pastries, cakes, sandwiches and other light food suitable for breakfast or lunch. Its Gate District branch provides indoor and outdoor seating for informal meetings and everyday coffee breaks.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Wednesday & Sunday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday – Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

Circle Café

Circle Café is a casual all-day dining spot offering a varied menu of freshly prepared meals with a focus on wholesome ingredients. Known for its bagels and breakfast selections, the café also serves salads, sandwiches, hearty lunch and dinner dishes, alongside coffee, fresh juices and desserts. Its relaxed atmosphere makes it suitable for breakfast meetings, casual lunches or a coffee break in DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Coffee & Sundries

Coffee & Sundries is a minimalist café offering specialty coffee, pastries and light bites. Its calm and understated environment is designed as a convenient escape from the surrounding business district. It works particularly well for takeaway coffee, informal meetings or a quiet daytime break.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Common Grounds

Common Grounds is a contemporary café offering wholesome meals made with fresh ingredients, alongside speciality coffee and refreshing drinks. Its menu features all-day breakfast favourites, avocado toast, chia pudding, salad bowls and wraps, providing a relaxed setting for breakfast meetings, casual lunches or coffee breaks in DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Concrete

Located at Burj Daman in DIFC, Concrete Restaurant offers a casual dining experience with freshly prepared breakfasts, light meals and Middle Eastern-inspired dishes. Its menu includes salads, sandwiches, pasta, sweet treats and a selection of coffee and tea, making it a convenient spot for breakfast, lunch or a coffee break.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM;
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Waldorf Astoria, Burj Daman, DIFC

Costa Coffee

Costa Coffee is a British coffeehouse chain serving handcrafted espresso drinks, teas, iced beverages and a selection of pastries and light meals. Its familiar café format works particularly well for takeaway coffee and informal business meetings. The DIFC outlet caters largely to professionals looking for a reliable everyday coffee stop.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Multiple Locations, DIFC

Cotti Coffee

Cotti Coffee is a contemporary coffee chain focused on convenient specialty-style drinks and modern flavour combinations. The menu is centred around espresso beverages, flavoured lattes and refreshing coffee-based drinks suited to customers on the go. Its DIFC branch provides a quick caffeine stop for the Innovation Hub community.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Domicile Coffee

Known for its speciality coffee and inviting atmosphere, Domicile Coffee is a convenient stop for those seeking a quality brew in DIFC. Whether stopping by for a morning caffeine fix, a quick break or an informal catch-up, it provides a relaxed spot to enjoy coffee throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Central Park Towers, DIFC

EL&N London

Located at Gate Village in DIFC, EL&N London is a contemporary café known for its distinctive pink interiors, floral decorations and all-day dining menu. It serves breakfast favourites, salads, sandwiches, burgers, cakes and pastries, alongside speciality coffee, teas and signature drinks, making it a casual spot for breakfast, lunch or an afternoon coffee.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Location: Gate Village 2, DIFC

Encounter

Encounter Coffee is a specialty coffee brand inspired by Melbourne’s coffee culture and the adventurous lifestyle of modern travellers. It roasts its beans in-house for EATX venues, focusing on quality and ethical sourcing while aiming to bring its coffee experience to communities and travel hubs across major international cities.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Location: ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC

FiaFia

FiaFia combines a family-friendly indoor play area with a dedicated café where parents can relax while children play. The café serves coffee, drinks, snacks and meals, making the venue suitable for family visits rather than simply a children’s entertainment facility. Its relaxed setting allows parents to work, meet friends or enjoy refreshments while remaining close to the play area.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

French Bakery

French Bakery offers a selection of freshly baked breads, buttery croissants, French pastries and cakes, alongside breakfast dishes and light meals. The menu also includes sandwiches, salads, quiches and coffee, making it a casual option for breakfast, lunch or an afternoon break. The bakery also specialises in customised cakes for birthdays, weddings and other celebrations.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

HAVE

HAVE is a contemporary specialty coffee shop designed around coffee, community and a relaxed social environment. Its drinks range from Japanese-style V60 pour-overs to classic espresso-based beverages, alongside teas, snacks and light bites. The modern open-plan setting makes it suitable for coffee meetings, short work sessions or a casual break.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

The Healthy Hangout by Almaro

Focused on wholesome eating and creative baking, The Healthy Hangout by Almaro offers freshly baked breads, low-carb and high-protein pastries, speciality sandwiches, fresh salads and nourishing bowls. The menu also includes breakfast favourites, smoothies, coffee and homemade desserts, making it a convenient choice for a healthy breakfast, lunch or quick refreshment.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Central Park Towers, DIFC

Healthy Patisserie

Healthy Patisserie is a bakery specialising in healthier alternatives to traditional baked goods, using carefully selected ingredients to create a range of sweet and savoury treats. Its selection includes cakes, cookies, brownies, cupcakes, tarts, breads and doughnuts, with options catering to different dietary preferences, including vegan, gluten-free and refined-sugar-free choices.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: DAMAC Park Towers, DIFC

Hudson & Rye

Located at DIFC Square, Hudson & Rye is a New York-style delicatessen offering classic American comfort food in a casual dining setting. Its menu features freshly prepared breakfast dishes, pastrami and Reuben sandwiches, cheeseburgers, salads and traditional New York desserts, alongside coffee and other beverages. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, making it a convenient option for casual meals throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Tower 3, DIFC Square, DIFC

Illy Café

Bringing Italian coffee culture to DIFC, Illy Café offers a selection of espresso-based drinks, including cappuccinos, lattes and speciality coffee creations. The menu also features freshly baked pastries, sandwiches and desserts, providing a relaxed setting for morning coffee, light meals or casual meetings throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Joe & The Juice

Originating from Copenhagen, Joe & The Juice is a contemporary juice bar and café offering freshly prepared juices, smoothies, speciality coffee and light meals. Its menu includes signature sandwiches such as the Tunacado, alongside breakfast bowls, salads and pastries, providing a casual setting for a quick breakfast, lunch or coffee break in DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM;
Friday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Location: Gate Village 3, DIFC

Jones the Grocer Express

Jones the Grocer Express brings an Australian-inspired café and gourmet food concept to DIFC, offering freshly prepared sandwiches, bagels, salads, pastries and hot meals. Its menu also features breakfast favourites, speciality coffee, smoothies and fresh juices, with indoor seating and an outdoor terrace providing options for casual dining, quick lunches or coffee breaks.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Kaskii

Kaskii is a contemporary casual-dining concept designed for relaxed meals and social occasions. Its modern approach places emphasis on approachable dishes and an informal dining atmosphere rather than traditional fine dining.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Katrina Coffee & Cakes

Katrina Coffee & Cakes is a homegrown UAE café known for cakes, pastries and freshly brewed coffee. Its selection of sweet treats and café beverages makes it a convenient destination for dessert, takeaway coffee or an afternoon break. The concept combines a welcoming café atmosphere with the brand’s established reputation for celebration cakes and baked goods.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Kimbo Espresso Italiano

Kimbo Espresso Italiano brings the coffee culture of Naples to Gate Avenue with traditional Italian espresso at the centre of its offering. Beyond coffee, the venue serves soups, salads, antipasti, pasta, pizza and desserts, allowing it to function as both a café and casual Italian restaurant. Its terrace and broad menu make it suitable for breakfast, business lunches and relaxed evening meals.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Zone A, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Kream by Makaw

Kream by Makaw is a café and chocolate shop combining specialty coffee with Makaw’s handcrafted chocolates. Its all-day menu includes brunch dishes, sandwiches, bowls, pastries, matcha, coffee and freshly baked treats. Warm interiors featuring marble, arches and brass details create a polished but relaxed café environment.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Kurasu

Kurasu brings Kyoto’s specialty coffee culture to Dubai with a strong emphasis on precision, craftsmanship and simplicity. Its menu features carefully prepared pour-over coffee, espresso drinks and ceremonial-grade matcha in a Japanese-inspired setting. The serene design makes it suitable for morning coffee, business meetings or a quiet afternoon break.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone C, Gate Avenue, DIFC

La Petite Ani

La Petite Ani by Chef Izu is a relaxed French-Mediterranean café inspired by the charm of Parisian dining. It serves breakfast, pastries, light lunches and all-day dishes in an elegant but approachable environment. The combination of baked goods, coffee and casual French-inspired dining makes it a popular daytime destination in Gate Avenue.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone B, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Lulu & The Beanstalk

Lulu & The Beanstalk is a whimsical café and bookshop created by two filmmaker sisters as a tribute to their grandmother, Lulu, and her love of storytelling. The venue combines speciality coffee, craft cocktails, small dishes and sharing platters with cosy interiors, curated music and a book-filled setting designed to offer guests a creative escape.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM;
Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM;
Sunday: Closed
Location: ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC

MS Cafe

Perfect for a quick refreshment or a casual coffee break, MS Café offers a selection of hot and cold beverages alongside light bites. It’s a convenient spot for breakfast, a midday pause or an informal catch-up during the working day.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM;
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC

Orijins Coffee

Orijins is a speciality coffee shop known for its minimalist interiors, natural materials and calming neutral tones, creating a relaxed atmosphere in DIFC’s Gate Village. The menu features speciality coffee, matcha, freshly baked pastries, sandwiches and light bites, making it a suitable spot for coffee breaks, casual meetings or a light meal.

Opening Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:30 PM;
Friday – Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Location: Gate Village 8, DIFC

Panifico

Panifico serves a tempting selection of freshly baked breads, flaky pastries and delicious treats, perfect for those seeking a quick bite or a light meal. Whether stopping by for breakfast, a sandwich or an afternoon snack, it offers a convenient option for enjoying bakery favourites throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM;
Saturday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Central Park Towers, DIFC

Peet’s Coffee

Peet’s Coffee is an American specialty coffee company with roots in artisan roasting and premium bean sourcing. The brand is known for richer roast profiles and handcrafted espresso and brewed coffee beverages. Its Gate Avenue branch serves early-morning commuters as well as customers looking for coffee, breakfast and casual meetings throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Location: Zone C, Gate Avenue, DIFC

The Perfect Cake

The Perfect Cake is a Dubai-based online cake and gifting shop offering a wide selection of celebration cakes and dessert gift sets for birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers and other special occasions. Its products include cakes, cupcakes, cookies, cake pops, macarons, chocolate-dipped strawberries and other sweet treats, with gift packages featuring premium Swiss chocolate and complementary items. The company provides same-day express and next-day delivery across Dubai and the wider UAE, subject to applicable fees and availability.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Location: DAMAC Park Towers, DIFC

PopCity

PopCity specialises in colourful frozen pops and refreshing desserts made with natural ingredients. The brand offers a lighter alternative to conventional frozen desserts, with a variety of fruit-based and creamy flavours. Its DIFC outlet is an easy stop for a refreshing snack or dessert while visiting South Market.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:00 AM – 9:45 PM
Location: Zone D , Gate Avenue, DIFC

Pret A Manger

Pret A Manger is a British café chain known for its freshly prepared sandwiches, baguettes, salads and baked goods, made throughout the day. The menu also includes breakfast options, wraps, croissants and organic coffee, offering a convenient choice for a quick breakfast, takeaway lunch or casual coffee break in DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Multiple Locations, DIFC

Shaghf

Shaghf is a contemporary coffee concept known for creative beverages and a modern café experience. The menu focuses on coffee-based drinks and sweet accompaniments designed for quick visits as well as relaxed catch-ups. Its youthful presentation makes it a casual option for coffee lovers in DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Social Brewers

Social Brewers is a specialty coffee spot serving coffee and desserts in a relaxed setting. Its concept is geared towards casual meetings, takeaway drinks and leisurely coffee breaks throughout the day. The location is especially convenient for residents and professionals around the Park Towers side of DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone C, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Spaces

Spaces is a casual food and coffee concept designed around the everyday needs of the surrounding DIFC business community. The venue provides a relaxed setting for coffee, light food and informal meetings rather than a formal restaurant experience. Its accessible format makes it appropriate for quick weekday visits and casual breaks.

Opening Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Starbucks

A popular destination for coffee lovers in DIFC, Starbucks serves a range of espresso-based drinks, teas, Frappuccinos and other refreshments. With pastries, snacks and light bites available, it’s a convenient spot for a morning coffee, a quick break or an informal catch-up.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Multiple Locations, DIFC

SugarMoo Desserts

SugarMoo is a Dubai-born dessert brand known for creative cakes, cookies, brownies and indulgent sweet treats. The brand gives classic desserts a playful contemporary twist and has become particularly recognised for celebration cakes and delivery-friendly desserts. Its DIFC presence is best suited to dessert breaks, takeaway treats and office celebrations.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

Zoogz Cookies

For those with a sweet tooth, Zoogz Cookies offers a tempting selection of cookies and baked treats, ideal for a quick dessert or a little indulgence during the day. It’s a convenient option for satisfying sweet cravings while exploring DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Index Tower, DIFC

Al Abdalla

Al Abdalla is a Lebanese casual-dining concept best known for its charcoal-grilled chicken. Its menu focuses on straightforward Lebanese flavours and freshly prepared grilled food, making it suitable for a filling lunch or casual dinner.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Al Mandaloun

Al Mandaloun is a long-established Lebanese restaurant that has operated in DIFC since 2005. Its menu includes traditional hot and cold mezze, grills, shawarma, daily dishes and Lebanese desserts, served with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and hospitality. Indoor and outdoor dining, along with a lounge and shisha offering, make it suitable for everything from business lunches to relaxed evening meals.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 3, DIFC

Advocado

Advocado is a healthy eatery specialising in nutritious meals made for busy lifestyles. Its menu covers salads, grilled proteins, sandwiches, wraps, pasta, fresh juices and vegan-friendly choices. Located in South Market, it is particularly convenient for a balanced breakfast or weekday lunch.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Bahiyah Restaurant

Bahiyah serves Egyptian street-food favourites prepared with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and traditional flavours. Its menu includes dishes such as falafel, koshari, moussaka and a variety of baked items. The casual concept provides a convenient way to enjoy familiar Egyptian comfort food in Gate Avenue.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Bite Me Burger

Bite Me Burger is a casual burger concept in Gate Avenue serving compact, flavour-packed burgers in a relaxed setting. The concept focuses on approachable comfort food that works well for a quick lunch, casual dinner or takeaway meal.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Zone A, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Calabar Aroma

Offering a relaxed setting for a refreshing break, Calabar Aroma is a spot to enjoy a selection of beverages in DIFC. Whether taking a pause between meetings or catching up with colleagues, it provides a casual option for a quick refreshment during the day.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Location: Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC

Cali Poke California Seafood House

Cali Poke is a California-inspired seafood concept combining Hawaiian poke traditions with fresh, health-conscious ingredients. Its menu centres around customisable poke bowls, seafood, vegetables, grains and flavourful sauces. The casual format makes it particularly convenient for healthy lunches and takeaway meals in the business district.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Faya

With a menu featuring a variety of dishes and refreshing beverages, Faya provides a casual dining option in DIFC. Whether stopping by for lunch or enjoying a meal with colleagues, it’s a convenient spot for a laid-back dining experience.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Location: Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC

Gazebo

Gazebo is an established Indian restaurant specialising in Mughlai cuisine and traditional slow-cooked dishes. Its menu includes biryanis, kebabs, curries and breads influenced by India’s royal culinary traditions. The extensive selection makes it suitable for both business lunches and relaxed group dining.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

German Doner Kebab

German Doner Kebab reimagines the traditional doner with premium beef and chicken, freshly prepared vegetables, signature sauces and its distinctive toasted bread. The concept combines fast service with a more contemporary take on the classic kebab. It is a convenient choice for lunch, dinner or takeaway from South Market.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 10:45 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Healthy & Co

Healthy & Co. specialises in macro-counted meals designed for customers looking for nutritious and convenient food. Its selection includes warm bowls, salads, wraps, soups, açai bowls and build-your-own combinations with different proteins and vegetables. The concept is particularly well suited to health-conscious professionals and gym-goers.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Honest Kitchen Gourmet Healthy Food

Focused on fresh ingredients and balanced meals, Honest Kitchen Gourmet Healthy Food offers a selection of nutritious dishes designed for health-conscious diners. From wholesome bowls and salads to protein-rich meals, it’s a convenient choice for a nourishing lunch or a healthy meal during the working day.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Location: Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC

JOGA Let’s Eat

JOGA Let’s Eat is a Dubai-based healthy eating concept focused on fresh and convenient everyday meals. Its menu typically combines salads, sandwiches, wraps, bowls and other wholesome dishes suitable for breakfast and lunch. The concept is especially well suited to DIFC professionals looking for nutritious food without a lengthy sit-down meal.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 9:45 PM
Location: Gate District 3, DIFC

Kababji Grill

Kababji Grill specialises in authentic Lebanese cuisine with a particular focus on charcoal-grilled meats. Its menu combines traditional Lebanese recipes, mezze and freshly prepared grilled dishes in a casual restaurant environment. The concept is well suited to both quick lunches and more substantial family-style meals.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Katsu & Co

Katsu & Co is a Japanese casual-dining concept specialising in ramen, noodles and other Japanese comfort-food favourites. Located inside South Market, it provides a convenient alternative for guests looking for a warm and satisfying Asian meal. Its food-hall format makes it particularly suitable for quick lunches and takeaway orders.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Krave

Known for its fresh, flavourful approach to healthy eating, Krave offers a diverse menu of salads, nourishing bowls, wraps, pasta dishes and wholesome breakfast options. Guests can also enjoy fresh juices, smoothies, protein shakes and lighter desserts, making it a convenient choice for nutritious meals throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Location: Central Park Towers, DIFC

LDC Kitchen + Coffee

LDC Kitchen + Coffee is an all-day dining concept combining specialty coffee with a broad international food menu. Breakfast favourites, salads, sandwiches, pasta and comfort-food dishes allow the venue to function as both a café and casual restaurant. Its approachable setting is suited to breakfast meetings, lunches and relaxed meals.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 10: 00 PM
Location: Gate District 4, DIFC

Mama’esh

Bringing authentic Palestinian cuisine to DIFC, Mama’esh specialises in freshly baked mana’eesh, savoury fatayer, traditional hummus and other Middle Eastern favourites. The menu also features breakfast platters, wraps, salads and traditional sweets, making it a welcoming spot for breakfast, casual lunches or a satisfying meal throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Location: Central Park Towers, DIFC

Mamafri

Mamafri is a homegrown Asian restaurant known for bold flavours and contemporary interpretations of Asian comfort food. Its DIFC menu includes favourites such as ramen, wagyu sandos and creative dishes inspired by Asian street-food traditions. The restaurant combines casual dining with a modern, welcoming atmosphere.

Opening Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Manna Burgers

Manna Burgers is a casual burger concept focused on satisfying comfort food in an approachable setting. Its menu is built around burgers and accompanying sides designed for convenient lunches and relaxed meals. The concept fits naturally into Gate Avenue’s fast-casual dining selection.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Zone A, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Mashrou3 Tabkha

Mashrou3 Tabkha focuses on comforting Middle Eastern and Oriental dishes inspired by traditional home cooking. The menu features familiar favourites including stews, meat dishes and vegetarian options prepared with an emphasis on fresh ingredients. Its concept is designed to recreate the warmth and nostalgia of a homemade meal in a convenient DIFC setting.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Papa Murphy’s Pizza

Offering a variety of pizzas made with fresh ingredients, Papa Murphy’s Pizza caters to different tastes with a selection of toppings, flavours and crust options. Customers can also choose from a range of sides, making it a convenient option for a quick lunch, a casual dinner or a meal to enjoy with friends and family.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Location: Central Park Towers, DIFC

Patty & Bun

Patty & Bun is a burger-focused casual dining concept centred around indulgent burgers, fries and classic comfort food. The brand’s straightforward approach makes it a convenient choice for a quick but filling lunch or dinner.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Pita & Co

Pita & Co is a casual Middle Eastern concept centred around pita-based meals and convenient regional comfort food. Its offering is designed for customers seeking a quick, filling meal rather than a formal restaurant experience. The approachable format makes it suitable for weekday lunches, takeaway and casual dining.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

The Pizza Factory

The Pizza Factory is a casual pizza restaurant in DIFC offering freshly made pizzas with a variety of toppings. The menu includes classic and signature pizzas, along with options for different tastes. It is a convenient spot for a quick lunch, dinner, or takeaway.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 4, DIFC

Poio

Poio is a casual food concept centred around satisfying chicken-based meals and approachable comfort food. Its format is geared towards quick service, takeaway and informal dining rather than a formal restaurant experience.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Poke & Co.

Poke & Co. specialises in Hawaiian-inspired poke bowls, combining fresh ingredients, flavourful sauces and a choice of proteins for a customisable meal. The menu also features nutritious bowls with vegetables, grains and toppings, making it a popular option for a fresh, balanced lunch or a light meal throughout the day.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Multiple Locations, DIFC

Poke Poke

Poke Poke is a Hawaiian-inspired casual restaurant specialising in fresh and customisable poke bowls. Guests can choose rice or salad bases and combine them with fish, vegetables, toppings and sauces to create their preferred meal. Its fresh and flexible menu makes it particularly popular for quick, health-conscious lunches.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Royal China

Royal China is an established Chinese restaurant best known for traditional Cantonese cuisine and handmade dim sum. Its specialist chefs prepare dim sum fresh to order alongside a broader selection of classic Chinese dishes. The elegant setting makes the restaurant suitable for business lunches, family meals and evening dining.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM
Location: Gate District 4, DIFC

Salmontini Le Bistro

Salmontini Le Bistro is a neighbourhood-style bistro centred around quality ingredients and carefully presented contemporary dishes. The concept maintains Salmontini’s strong association with premium salmon and seafood while offering an approachable all-day bistro environment. It works particularly well for breakfast, business lunches and relaxed evening dining.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM;
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 3, DIFC

SF Bistro

SF Bistro is a Singaporean restaurant in DIFC, Dubai, serving a mix of Singaporean, Chinese and Western cuisine. Its menu features traditional favourites such as Hainanese chicken rice, seafood laksa, chilli prawns, chilli crab with mantou, scallop dishes and cereal prawns, alongside pizzas, pasta, burgers and wraps. The restaurant also offers desserts such as pandan cake, as well as milk tea, fresh juices and coffee.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Location: DAMAC Park Towers, DIFC

Shvili

Shvili is a Georgian-inspired restaurant built around the warmth and generosity of traditional Georgian dining. Its menu features comforting regional dishes designed for sharing, with breads, grilled dishes and Georgian favourites forming an important part of the experience. The welcoming concept makes it suitable for casual lunches, dinners and meals with groups.

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 3, DIFC

Spaces Eatery

Spaces Eatery is a casual dining destination in DIFC, offering a relaxed and convenient experience for professionals and visitors. Its menu features a selection of freshly prepared dishes suitable for breakfast, lunch, and everyday dining. With its welcoming atmosphere and easygoing service, it is an ideal spot for a quick meal or a casual break during the day.

Opening Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

The Steak Bar

The Steak Bar is a homegrown UAE steakhouse specialising in premium beef and classic steakhouse accompaniments. Its selection includes USDA Prime and certified Black Angus beef grilled over premium hardwood charcoal to emphasise flavour and tenderness. The restaurant provides a more substantial dining experience for business lunches and steak-focused meals.

Opening Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Gate District 1, DIFC

Sushi Fashion

Sushi Fashion is a Japanese fusion restaurant combining classic sushi techniques with contemporary presentation and creative flavour combinations. Its menu includes traditional favourites, signature rolls and plant-based options prepared with an emphasis on fresh ingredients. The modern setting works for casual lunches, dinners and social meals.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Zone D, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Taqado Mexican Kitchen

Taqado Mexican Kitchen is a fast-casual Mexican concept specialising in customisable burritos, tacos, bowls and other Mexican-inspired favourites. Customers can select their preferred proteins, fillings and toppings to create a meal tailored to their tastes. The quick-service approach makes it particularly convenient for DIFC office lunches and takeaway.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Tonda

Bringing a taste of Italy to DIFC, Tonda serves freshly prepared Italian favourites, from its signature mini pizzas (pizzette) to pasta, focaccia sandwiches and classic desserts. With its relaxed atmosphere and varied menu, it’s a welcoming spot for a casual lunch, a coffee break or a meal with colleagues.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location: Index Tower, DIFC

Trouvaille Bistro

Trouvaille Bistro combines French and Lebanese cuisine in a contemporary café setting, offering a selection of freshly baked croissants, pastries, manakish and traditional mezze. The menu also includes breakfast dishes, sandwiches, salads, desserts and speciality coffee, making it a suitable spot for casual breakfasts, business lunches or afternoon coffee breaks in DIFC.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

Turquisine

Turquisine specialises in Turkish-inspired cuisine served in a relaxed casual-dining environment. Its menu reflects familiar Turkish and Mediterranean flavours, making it appropriate for lunch and informal evening meals.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Gate District 2, DIFC

Vietnamese Foodies

Vietnamese Foodies is an award-winning homegrown concept founded by Chef Lily Hoa Nguyen and inspired by the everyday cuisine of Saigon. The menu focuses on fresh Vietnamese favourites including pho, bánh mì, rice-paper rolls and other naturally lighter dishes. Its casual atmosphere and fresh cooking style make it suitable for quick lunches as well as relaxed dinners.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Location: Gate District 5, DIFC

Wise Guys

Wise Guys is a New York-inspired deli specialising in generously filled sandwiches made with quality ingredients. The menu ranges from classics such as pastrami and Italian cold cuts to more contemporary combinations, with salads and vegetarian choices also available. Its casual format makes it an ideal choice for quick lunches and relaxed late-night bites.

Opening Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM;
Friday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM
Location: Gate District 4, DIFC

Za’za

Za’za by Table4Two is a casual dining concept designed around convenient, flavour-focused meals. The restaurant caters primarily to diners seeking an uncomplicated lunch or dinner within the DIFC area. Its relaxed service style and food-led concept place it within the casual bistro category.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Location: Zone C, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Buffalo Wings & Rings

Buffalo Wings & Rings offers a sports restaurant experience that goes way beyond just Buffalo wings. Since serving its very first wing in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1984, the brand has continued to add crave-able options to its menu and expand to more than 80 locations. Known as a destination for families and friends, Buffalo Wings & Rings brings people together to enjoy signature food, drinks, and a fun, entertaining dining experience. The experience is all about great food, good company, and making sure guests leave happier than when they came in.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Location: Liberty House, DIFC

The Coins English Pub

With its traditional English pub feel, The Coins English Pub provides a laid-back setting for socialising and enjoying a casual evening out. It’s a convenient spot for after-work drinks, catching up with colleagues or spending time with friends.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Location: Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC

Hikāri

Hikāri offers a vibrant Pan-Asian dining experience, featuring Japanese, Thai, Korean and Chinese cuisine in a contemporary setting. With a diverse menu of Asian favourites, it’s a great choice for a casual lunch, dinner or a meal with colleagues.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Location: Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC

HookahPlace

HookahPlace DIFC is the flagship Dubai location of the international shisha-lounge brand, combining premium hookah experiences with food and nightlife. The venue includes an extensive cuisine offering, a cocktail bar and a tea menu with more than 30 varieties, supported by regular themed events and entertainment.

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11:00 AM – 3:00AM
Location: Zone A, Gate Avenue, DIFC

Opal Room

Combining a sophisticated ambience with a contemporary setting, Opal Room offers a stylish space for socialising and unwinding in DIFC. It’s a suitable spot for meeting friends, enjoying an evening out or relaxing after work.

Opening Hours:
Wednesday – Sunday: 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Location: Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC