Dubai has never been shy about its love for carbs and sweet treats. And honestly, none of us here at Gulf Buzz are complaining. The first buttery bite into a buttery croissant or the rich, indulgent, gooey cinnamon rolls, artisanal sourdough or cookies call for these treats to have their own fan club! The city is packed with bakeries, from hidden neighbourhood gems to viral hotspots filling your social feeds. If you’re on the hunt for the next bakehouse, you need to bookmark these bakeries that’ll have you planning your next pastry run before you’ve even finished the first one.
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1. Cinnamoore
Cinnamon roll lovers, this one’s for you! Tucked away in Boxpark, Cinnamoore has built a reputation for turning the humble cinnamon roll into something seriously exciting. Alongside classics, you’ll find creative flavours like Blueberry Cheesecake, Pistachio, Raffaello and Pretzel Roll. If you’re craving something sweet but don’t want the extra calories, you can opt for high-protein rolls packed with over 20g of protein. Can’t decide? The Mini Roll Box lets you sample a selection of the bakery’s most popular creations.
- Operating Hours: Mon – Thurs | 10 AM – 10 PM, Fri – Sun | 10 AM – 11 PM
- Location: Boxpark, Al Wasl Road, Al Wasl, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
2. Alica Bakery
Perched along the waterfront at Port de La Mer, Alica Bakery is known for its fresh sourdough, fragrant cardamom buns, and seasonal menu that changes with the seasons. Beyond pastries, you’ll also find breakfast dishes, homemade pasta, fresh salads and speciality coffee. It’s the perfect spot to spend a slow morning.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 8 AM – 7 PM
- Location: La Cote 2, Port de La Mer, Jumeirah, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
3. Bageri Form
Inspired by Scandinavian baking traditions, Bageri Form has become one of Dubai Design District’s favourite artisan bakeries. Fresh pastries, handcrafted sourdough and savoury bakes are prepared daily in an open kitchen so guests can watch the bakers at work. The flaky, buttery croissants are among the biggest crowd favourites and go perfectly when paired with a cup of coffee.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 7:30 AM – 8 PM
- Location: Building 4, Dubai Design District
- For more information, visit the website
4. Birch Bakery
Birch Bakery lets quality ingredients do all the talking. Tucked away in Al Quoz, the bakery uses wild-farmed flour and sustainable baking techniques to create exceptional breads, pastries and viennoiserie. Signature picks include beautifully laminated croissants, pain au chocolat and buttery buns. The team even crafts its own chocolate in-house!
- Operating Hours: Daily | 7 AM – 3 PM
- Location: 16B Street, Al Quoz, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
5. bkry
One of Dubai’s most talked-about bakery concepts, bkry has become famous for inventive pastries, speciality coffee and beautifully presented dishes. Located in Alserkal Avenue, the bakery serves favourites like Matcha Cruffins, PB&J Cruffins and its viral Korean Tissue Bread. Alongside pastries, diners can also try out creative breakfast plates and hearty savoury dishes. It’s a must-visit whether you’re stopping by for coffee or a full brunch.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 8 AM – 10 PM
- Location: Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
6. Bread Ahead
Straight from London’s famous Borough Market, Bread Ahead has brought its legendary doughnuts and artisan baking to Dubai. Dive into fluffy pillowy doughnuts in flavours ranging from Vanilla Custard to Salted Honeycomb. For savoury options, try their sourdough pizzas, fresh bagel sandwiches and slices perfect for grabbing on the go. If you’ve ever wanted to learn the craft yourself, the bakery also hosts baking classes.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 8 AM – 12 AM
- Location: Mall of the Emirates, Al Barsha, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
7. Crème
London favourite Crème has officially landed in Dubai. And they’ve brought their iconic chunky cookies that earned the brand its cult following. Alongside indulgent flavours like Double Chocolate, Dulce Milk Chocolate and Miso & White Chocolate, the café also serves speciality coffee and rich signature drinks including Banana Toast Lattes and S’mores Hot Chocolate.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 9 AM – 11 PM
- Location: Dar Wasl, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
8. Flaky Pastry
If over-the-top pastries are your thing, Flaky Pastry deserves a spot on your pastry run. The bakery has become famous for its creative croissant desserts, especially the viral Crookie Croissant Ice Cream Cone, which swaps the traditional cone for a flaky pastry shell. It’s fun, indulgent and made for anyone with a serious sweet tooth.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 7:30 AM – 12 AM
- Location: City Walk, Al Safa, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
9. Home Bakery
A true Dubai success story, Home Bakery has grown from a homegrown passion project into one of the city’s best-loved café brands. What makes this bakery stand out is that its menu blends international desserts with Middle Eastern inspiration. So you end up indulging in favourites like Baked Cheesecake, Chocolate Pistachio Kunafa, the bakery’s signature brownies, alongside savoury dishes and speciality coffee.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 9 AM – 12 AM
- Location: Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
10. KAYU Bakehouse
KAYU Bakehouse showcases elegant French pastry techniques through their deliciously stunning crafted desserts made with all natural ingredients. The Emirati-founded bakery has become particularly well known for its signature Millefeuille, fruit tarts and pecan rolls, all presented with the precision of a luxury patisserie.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 8 AM – 8 PM
- Location: Manazil, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
11. Knot Bakehouse
You’ve probably seen those cute matcha drinks with funky text on the cups splashed across social media! Knot Bakehouse has quickly established itself as one of Jumeirah’s favourite neighbourhood cafés. Freshly baked croissants, artisan breads and handcrafted desserts fill the counter every day, while the café’s creative matcha menu has earned plenty of loyal fans.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 6:30 AM – 1 AM
- Location: Al Athar Street, Jumeirah, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
12. La Maison Atelier Sucre
Belgian baking is the star at La Maison Atelier Sucre. Here, freshly made Liège waffles steal the show. From Chocolate Truffle and Speculoos to Hazelnut Chocolate and Pecan Praline, every waffle is cooked fresh and served warm, the perfect spot for dessert lovers.
- Operating Hours: Tues – Sun | 8 AM – 10 PM
- Location: Bay Square Building 3, Business Bay, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
13. Piehaus
Created by the team behind 21grams, Piehaus offers a refreshing alternative to your usual bakery visit. The café specialises in handcrafted Balkan-style phyllo pies filled with everything from goat cheese and beef bacon to salmon, custard and seasonal fruit, all served alongside excellent coffee.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 9 AM – 6 PM
- Location: Warehouse 22A, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
14. Rascals Bakehouse
Rascals Bakehouse is a favourite for anyone who loves fresh pastries paired with speciality coffee. Inside the stylish café, you’ll find everything from doughnuts and cookies to cheesecakes, éclairs and colourful cereal-topped croissants and more! And don’t forget to try out their creative drinks like their popular Peanut Butter Oat Latte.
- Operating Hours: Daily | 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
- Location: Wasl Square, Dubai
- For more information, visit the website
Whether you’re hunting down Dubai’s flakiest croissant, craving a cinnamon roll the size of your face or simply looking for your next cosy coffee spot, these bakeries prove there’s no shortage of incredible places to indulge across the city. The hardest part is deciding where to go first. Keep reading Gulf Buzz for more delicious discoveries and hidden foodie gems around the UAE.
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