Check out these hip bakeries for pretty pastries and superb sourdough.
Dubai’s bakery scene is blowing up. The city is brimming with brilliant bakeries and cool cafes, which range from the relaxed to the refined. Whether you’re looking to catch up with friends and family, work remotely, or gorge on coffee and croissants, these are the best bakeries in Dubai right now.
Alica Bakery
Alica Bakery is a serene café nestled on the waterfront at Port de La Mer, Jumeirah. Set against a marina backdrop, it offers a calming escape with minimalist interiors, natural textures, and plenty of sunlight. Known for its seasonal approach, the bakery serves up freshly made sourdough, buttery cardamom buns, and rotating specials like wholesome salads and hearty pastas. The drinks menu features expertly brewed coffees and unique local collaborations.
GO: Follow @alicabakery on Instagram for more information.
Bageri Form
Inspired by Scandinavian baking traditions, Bageri Form in Dubai Design District focuses on authentic, handmade specialities. With an open-plan bakery, you can watch the bakers craft everything in front of your eyes. Known for its Scandi-inspired artisanal pastries and tasty savoury bites baked and prepared on-site every day, their croissants are irresistible.
GO: Follow @bageriform on Instagram for more information.
Birch Bakery
Located in Al Quoz, Birch Bakery takes pride in its sustainable baking methods, using 100% wild-farmed flours. Their pain au chocolat, soft and buttery buns, and viennoiserie are local favourites. They even make their own chocolate on-site. Whether you’re seeking a leisurely breakfast or a gourmet takeaway, this hole-in-the-wall offers a rough and ready approach, but this is largely part of the appeal of this extremely popular spot.
GO: Follow @birch.bakery on Instagram for more information.
bkry
If you love the smell of freshly baked bread, then head to bkry. Located in Alserkal Avenue, the popular bakery boasts queue-worthy pastries. The menu features artisanal pastries, beautiful baked goods, crafted coffee drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. The breakfast menu ranges from Berries on Toast to Wild Mushroom on Toast, and pastries range from Matcha Cruffin to PB&J Cruffin. Plus, the new savoury additions include Beef Sando, Chicken Teriyaki Sandwich, Strozzapreti Moussaka and Gnocchi alla Sorrentina. Their viral Korean Tissue Bread recently earned them the royal stamp of approval from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum himself.
GO: Follow @bkry.space on Instagram for more information.
Bread Ahead
With locations in DIFC and Mall of the Emirates, Bread Ahead is the go-to spot for those craving traditional British baked goods. With a cult following from food fanatics across the globe, Bread Ahead brings the best of Borough Market to Dubai. Famous for doughnuts and hearty bagel sandwiches, must-try items include the brand’s signature doughnuts (try the classic vanilla or salted honeycomb and caramel combination), and sourdough pizzas sold by the slice. Bread Ahead also runs a series of baking workshops with their on-site bakery school, led by masterful tutors.
GO: Follow @breadaheaduae on Instagram for more information.
Crème
The renowned bakery from London has made its grand entrance in Dubai, bringing an array of baked goods, cookies and coffee to Dar Wasl. The popular cookies include Classic Milk Chocolate, Double Chocolate Cookies, Dulce Milk Chocolate, and Miso & White Chocolate. Beverage options, such as Americanos, Banana Toast Lattes, and S’mores Hot Chocolate, are also available.
GO: Follow @cremelondonuae on Instagram for more information.
Flaky Pastry
Flaky Pastry, Dubai’s first gourmet croissanterie, is located on City Walk. This bakery serves an exciting array of unique items that have gone viral, including the Crookie Croissant Ice Cream Cone. Instead of a regular cone, you get scoops of creamy ice cream served on a cone-shaped croissant. This dessert combines the best of both worlds and is sure to be a hit on your social media feed.
GO: Follow @flakypastryae on Instagram for more information.
Home Bakery
With locations across Dubai, Home Bakery is loved for its desserts and savoury items. Founded by Hind Al Mulla, who has a passion for creating fresh home-baked goods, the bakery’s goodies are irresistible. Home Bakery’s recipes are a fusion of traditional local ingredients and beloved international favourites, with popular items including Baked Cheesecake, Chocolate Pistachio Kunafa and Supreme Brownies.
GO: Follow @home_bakery on Instagram for more information.
Juntas Portuguese Bakery
Hidden away in Al Mizhar, Dubai, Juntas offers a taste of Portugal in a community-focused setting. This independent café combines traditional techniques with fresh ingredients to craft sourdough loaves, buttery pastries, and homemade cakes. From morning buns to pistachio jam-filled treats, the space itself is cosy and inviting, featuring a charming outdoor courtyard perfect for relaxed breakfasts or coffee with friends.
GO: Visit @livejuntas for more information.
KAYU Bakehouse
Located in Nad Al Sheba, KAYU Bakehouse specialises in French desserts, focusing on natural ingredients. Their Pecan Rolls, Fruit Tarts, and the famous Kayu Millefeuille are must-tries for anyone with a sweet tooth. The homegrown Emirati bakehouse has recently expanded to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia and London in the United Kingdom.
GO: Follow @trykayu on Instagram for more information.
Knot Bakehouse
A proudly homegrown café located near the Dubai Water Canal in Jumeirah, Knot Bakehouse was founded in 2024. This locally owned venue has swiftly become a favourite for those seeking quality bakes and speciality drinks in a stylish, relaxed setting. With a focus on fresh, handcrafted goods, the bakery is known for its flaky croissants, artisanal breads, and signature desserts. Their creative matcha offerings, ranging from classic to bold flavours, are a standout.
GO: Follow @knotbakehouse on Instagram for more information.
La Maison Atelier Sucre
Situated in Bay Square, La Maison Atelier Sucre brings a slice of Belgium to Dubai. Specialising in Liege waffles, this bakery whips up these fluffy treats daily, except Mondays, making it a must-visit for anyone with a soft spot for Belgian waffles. Signature flavours include Chocolate Truffle, Hazelnut Chocolate, Pecan Praline and Speculoos.
GO: Follow @lamaisonae on Instagram for more information.
Milk Bakery
Milk Bakery is a homegrown concept on Al Wasl Road in Jumeirah. With its minimalist interiors, warm atmosphere, and community-first spirit, it has quietly become a favourite among locals. Known for its artisanal sourdough, flaky pastries, viennoiserie, and indulgent milk cakes, the venue combines craft baking with casual charm. Coffee is a serious affair here, with speciality brews complementing every bite. Whether you’re dropping by for a morning matcha, an afternoon soft serve, or a late-night sweet fix, Milk Bakery delivers with sincerity and style.
GO: Follow @milkbakery.ae on Instagram for more information.
Parka Bakehouse
With branches in Sharjah’s Aljada and Dubai’s Nad Al Sheba, Parka Bakehouse is a locally founded café concept. Designed with a greenhouse-style aesthetic, the space is filled with light, plants, and an easygoing atmosphere. Known for its French-Japanese inspired baked goods, Parka serves up crisp croissants, inventive pastries, and standout desserts like its signature mille-feuille cream cake. Whether you’re dropping by for a coffee or indulging in a sweet treat, the bakehouse blends quality, creativity, and comfort.
GO: Follow @parkabakehouse on Instagram for more information.
Pekoe Tea & Bread Bar
Tucked in Alserkal Avenue, Pekoe Tea & Bread Bar is a great place for tea lovers. Known for its innovative approach to traditional Japanese pastries, Pekeo offers crispy croissants, pretty pastries and superb sourdough. Their commitment to quality ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship ensures that every bite is a memorable one
GO: Follow @mypekoe on Instagram for more information.
Rascals Bakehouse
If you love the smell of freshly baked goods in the morning, Rascals Bakehouse in Wasl Square should be on your radar. The cool cafe concept serves a range of baked goods, desserts, pastries, and speciality coffee. The space includes a green-tiled countertop, silver chairs, wooden tables, floor-to-ceiling windows, and artfully placed stacks of flour. If you suffer from food indecision, the counter showcases creative concoctions that range from cheesecakes, cookies, doughnuts, eclairs, and cereal-glazed croissants to the ever-popular peanut butter oat latte.
GO: Follow @rascalsbakehouse on Instagram for more information.
Rise & Dawn Bakehouse
Rise & Dawn Bakehouse is a beloved neighbourhood bakery found inside The Sum Of Us that is renowned throughout the city for its freshly baked bread, pastries, and cakes. This charming establishment offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a leisurely breakfast or a quick pick-me-up. Rise & Dawn Bakehouse delivers all across Dubai and takes pride in handcrafting each croissant and pain au chocolat using top-tier ingredients. Known for their bento cakes and pastries, Rise & Dawn has something to satisfy every craving.
GO: Visit www.riseanddawnbakehouse.com for more information.
Scarlet’s German Bakery
Located across several spots in Dubai, from Bluewaters Island to City Walk, Scarlet’s German Bakery brings a taste of authentic German baking to Dubai. This charming bakery specialises in traditional German breads, pastries, and cakes, crafted with the finest ingredients and traditional techniques. From hearty rye bread and flaky croissants to decadent cakes like Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte (Black Forest Cake), Scarlet’s German Bakery is a must-visit destination for those seeking a taste of Europe in Dubai.
GO: Follow @scarlets.ae on Instagram for more information.
Yamanote Atelier
With multiple locations across Dubai, Yamanote Atelier brings artisanal Japanese baking to the UAE. Known for its kid-friendly egg buns, Strawberry Danish, and bagel sandwiches, amanote Atelier offers a delightful range of treats and has a loyal following. Perfect for everyone, Yamanote Atelier offers both sweet and savoury treats for every taste. Their commitment to using high-quality ingredients and traditional techniques ensures that every bite is a memorable one, from sakura infusions during cherry blossom season to Studio Ghibli-inspired sweet treats.
GO: Follow @yamanoteatelier on Instagram for more information.
