7 Spots for the perfect pastry fix.
Dubai may be all about glitz and glamour, but sometimes, all you really need is a buttery croissant and a perfectly brewed coffee. Lucky for us, the city is overflowing with world-class bakeries serving everything from flaky French viennoiseries to experimental artisan loaves.
Whether you’re a carb connoisseur or just love a good pastry, these are the must-visit bakeries in Dubai right now.
Alica
Freshly baked sourdough, dreamy lemon cake, and signature cardamom buns—this chic waterfront bakery is a paradise for pastry lovers.
Port de La Mer, Jumeirah 1 | @alicabakery (050 645 0495)
BKRY
This stylish newcomer is where traditional baking meets bold innovation. With an in-house milling process and a focus on top-tier ingredients, BKRY takes classics to the next level. Don’t leave without trying the pecan salted caramel croissant, pumpkin sourdough, or rosemary sea salt focaccia.
Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz | @bkry.space (04 832 2433)
Flaky Pastry Croissant Co.
True to its name, this bakery serves up some of the flakiest, most indulgent croissants in town. The coffee? Equally impressive.
Dubai Creek Harbour | @flakypastrydubai (054 793 5574)
Kneaded
This grab-and-go gem is all about handcrafted, flavour-packed bakes. The raspberry pistachio cruffin is dreamy, the tahini croissant is a must-try, and the date & fennel loaf? Absolutely divine.
Al Khawaneej | @alwayskneaded (04 557 1205)
La Maison Atelier Sucré
This Belgian pastry haven specialises in Liège waffles—chewy, caramelised, and utterly addictive.
Bay Square, Business Bay | la-maison.ae (04 446 9014)
Pekoe Tea & Bread Bar
A Japanese-inspired bakery tucked away in Alserkal, Pekoe is perfect for a laid-back weekend treat. Their ‘bread and spread’ concept lets you mix and match slices with delicious toppings—don’t miss it.
Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz | mypekoe.com (04 359 3553)
Scarlet’s German Bakery
Bringing European tradition to Dubai, Scarlet’s offers everything from classic pretzels to rich, buttery brioche.
City Walk | scarlets.ae (04 584 6541)
Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect pain au chocolat or a loaf that’ll change your life, Dubai’s bakery scene has got you covered.
Which one are you hitting up first?
