Common Grounds - Mall of the Emirates

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Inner Bloom Smoothie & the BEST Team!

We recently tried the new Inner Bloom Smoothie, a collaboration between Common Grounds and Cymbiotika, and WOW — it did not disappoint! 🌸✨

The taste is absolutely amazing, and knowing it’s packed with so many health benefits, including liquid colostrum, makes it even better. It’s honestly such a delicious way to add something nourishing to your day.

But the biggest reason we keep coming back to Common Grounds at Mall of the Emirates is the incredible team — and especially Neil, the barista. He is PHENOMENAL! ☕️👏🏼

We literally travel all the way from Ajman just to have a coffee made by Neil because he has the magic touch. Today we decided to switch things up and try the Inner Bloom Smoothie, and of course, Neil worked his magic once again! 🥰

A very special shout-out to the rest of the team who make our weekly trips so special: Rex, Leo, Apple, Rashni, Kashi, Sumitra, and everyone else at the Mall of the Emirates branch. ❤️

It’s not just the coffee, smoothies or food that keep us coming back week after week — it’s the people. The warmth, service, familiarity and genuine friendliness of this team make every visit feel special.

Neil and the entire Common Grounds MOE team — you are truly amazing! Keep doing what you do. We’ll see you next week! ☕️🙏🏼🔥

Really enjoyed my visit to Common Grounds MOE! ☕🍰 Thanks to Heidi. iced mocha was smooth, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. The cheesecake was creamy and delicious, and the baked potato wedges were crispy, flavorful, and nicely seasoned. Everything tasted fresh and made for a perfect coffee break. Definitely worth coming back! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Always a fantastic time at Common Grounds. the breakfast is to die for. Everything is super fresh. They even have their homemade almond milk. The service is excellent too. Probably the best breakfast in Dubai for those who also like to eat clean.

We really enjoyed our food. It’s very healthy and fresh . Staff are knowledgeable and explained well the items that we are looking for. Avocado salad is the best for me . But their steak is a must try too. Don’t forget to try the avocado fries as well and paired it with their detox water. It’s a well perfect balance dinner ! Thanks to wonderful service of Isham and Harry .

Had an amazing breakfast here! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I especially loved the scrambled eggs, sautéed mushrooms, roasted cherry tomatoes, greens, edamame, and grilled vegetables—everything tasted fresh and perfectly cooked. We also enjoyed the crispy bacon which were a delicious touch.
I also love their acai bowl and low fat Smoothies- ideal for my diet.
What really made the experience special was the service. Bryan, Daddo and Rex were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome from start to finish. They checked in at all the right times and made sure everything was perfect. Great food, great atmosphere, and outstanding service. Definitely coming back!

I had such a wonderful experience here, thanks in large part to Apple! She went above and beyond to make sure I had a great experience. When the food I originally wanted wasn’t available, she was incredibly helpful and offered me a great alternative, along with a generous discount.

Apple was friendly, attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure I was happy. Her customer service was exceptional, and she truly made a difference to my visit. She deserves to be recognised for her hard work and dedication — honestly, she should be the boss! 😊

Thank you, Apple, for going the extra mile and making my experience such a lovely one. You’re amazing! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Common Ground at Mall of the Emirates is a fantastic choice if you are looking for a refined, top-quality breakfast. Every dish delivered on flavor and presentation—you can immediately taste the freshness and care put into the menu.
​While the prices sit firmly in the premium tier and the portions are on the slightly compact side, the exceptional culinary quality makes it well worth it for a high-standard morning meal.
​What truly made our visit special was the outstanding service. A huge shoutout to Isham, who went above and beyond with his warm, attentive, and seamless hospitality, as well as the rest of the team for making us feel so well looked after from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone visiting MOE!

Great selection of brunch dishes over here. Although I wasn’t happy the fact that I have to pay so much extra for swapping sweet potato fries with baked potato wedges. Ordered vegetarian salad on this occasion. Would come back for non vegetarian in the future.

Isham, Harry & Roshni gave excellent service and the food was incredible. I always return for my favourite Linguini pasta with prawns as it’s always so fresh tasting - the chef nails it every time and the staff serve it phenomenally with their warm presence. Thanks team!

Earl was very helpful and guided us well with food choices. Had a lovely experience and good food. Will like to come back again.

Just had a great, delicious, peaceful morning while my baby girl was sleeping. Turkish eggs were absolutely gorgeous, as were lotus choux 💝 yum! Thanks to the server, Bryan, for taking care of my breakfast time☺️

Great place to dine in with delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and excellent service. Rex, Bryan, and Neil were especially friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well worth the price. Definitely a spot I’d recommend for a nice meal.

A small hidden spot, perfect for a quick bite or a light breakfast with a cup of coffee before heading into the mall.
The staff were very helpful and attentive.
The salmon benedict was served very quickly and exactly as requested.
The latte, however, was below expectations and slightly cold. The banana cake was delicious.
The only downside was the seating, the chairs were not comfortable to sit on.

Andrei and Earl were absolutely amazing! They were welcoming, attentive, and very professional. You can really see that they care about providing a great experience. Thank you both for the wonderful service!

The salmon dish is surprisingly good. Happy with the service as well. Thanks Bryan for assisting us.

The best healthy food place. It’s super filling and everything is clean, not oily, and is good quality. I have tasted theee meals so far and they have all been better than each other. Would definetley recommend.

I come to common grounds at least x3 times per week - the coffee is great, and I love that they do an egg white omelette. Special shoutout to Earl and Brian who always go the extra mile 😊

Had such a wonderful breakfast this morning at Common Grounds! The food was absolutely delicious—every bite was flavorful and perfectly prepared.

A big thank you to the amazing staff for their warm and attentive service—you truly made the experience even better. Special appreciation to Manager Rhex, who went above and beyond by checking on us and making sure we were comfortable throughout our meal. That level of care really stands out.

I’ll definitely be coming back every time I’m at Mall of the Emirates. Highly recommended!

I recently visited Common Grounds and had a truly fantastic experience thanks to two stellar menu items: the Mediterranean Bowl and a side of their fresh guacamole. The bowl was a vibrant masterpiece, clearly made with high-quality, fresh ingredients. I especially appreciated the balanced combination of textures and flavors, from the perfectly roasted eggplant and creamy hummus to the sweet bursts of pomegranate. It was an incredibly satisfying and healthy lunch option that definitely stood out, proving that healthy food can be absolutely delicious.
The guacamole, however, deserves its own special shout-out. It was exceptionally fresh, chunky, and seasoned to perfection with a bright hit of lime. It tasted homemade and was the perfect pairing with the crispy tortilla chips. Honestly, the quality of the guac exceeded my expectations and really rounded out the meal. Overall, Common Grounds nailed it. If you’re looking for high-quality, flavorful food in a great environment, I highly recommend ordering the Mediterranean Bowl and making sure you try the amazing guacamole. Five stars all around!

It's always a joy to be here! The food is really good! Special thanks to Isham for the efficient and friendly service. We'll be back💫

Had such a great time at Common Grounds yesterday! We absolutely loved the food! Everything felt fresh, healthy, and genuinely delicious.

My personal favorite was the Winky Pop protein shake… it was amazing 🤍

Also, shoutout to Harry for the wonderful service, he was so patient, walked us through the menu, and his recommendations were spot on. Definitely made the whole experience even better!

Had an amazing brunch at Common Grounds! The food was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully served — from the perfectly cooked steak and eggs to the vibrant salad and rice bowl. The ambiance was cozy and relaxing, making it a perfect spot to unwind. Special thanks to Manager Rhex for being so accommodating and friendly, and to Apple, our server, for the excellent service and warm hospitality. Truly a wonderful dining experience — highly recommended!

It’s a great place if you’re looking for healthy meal options. The service was also top-notch, thanks to TJ for the great service and assistance. We really appreciated how accommodating they were with our special dietary requests.

Came for Eid lunch today with my pregnant wife. She has specific dietary requirements, and Jovia was incredible, answering our many questions with a smile and a fantastic, positive attitude. Great service and yummy food. Highly recommended!

Had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant. The food was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. Every dish was full of flavor, and the quality exceeded my expectations.
The staff were incredibly friendly, courteous, and attentive throughout our visit especially Bryan and Harry. They made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived and ensured everything was perfect. Their professionalism and genuine hospitality really stood out.
A great place to enjoy delicious food and excellent service. Highly recommended, and I look forward to visiting again!

Harry was a great server. He was polite, engaging and took care of our orders nicely. It was a Good first experience for me. Food was sumptuous and tasty. I would definitely go back for my next brunch !

Lovely ambiance, excellent food (the salads and pancakes are a must, and the portions are generous!), and it works just as well for a casual meal as it does for working or catching up over a meeting.

The service is always really lovely too. Bryan in particular has been so sweet and helpful every single visit. Highly recommend! ☕️​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Great food and drinks! Incredible service with very kind and attentive staff, and the ambience and design is wholesome and welcoming! I throughly recommend!

The coffee is great. A good variety of breakfast and brunch options.
Seating is limited. Service is great.

I love this place it's a great place to work from and have good food and good atmosphere. Their chocolate eclair wow so good it's not too sweet it's just the right amount of sweet. Also their staff are so friendly and nice. Big shout out to Isham he was very professional friendly and smiley. Good food and great service

Tried Common Grounds at Mall of the Emirates for breakfast this morning and left pretty disappointed. The food was ridiculously overpriced for what you get—portion-to-price and overall quality just didn’t match the premium they’re charging.

Service felt disorganized and unhelpful. When I asked what water they use for the drinks, the waiter couldn’t explain it properly and then said they use tap water for the infused drinks. It was confusing and didn’t inspire confidence, especially given the premium pricing.

Nice setting, good food presentation, but between the weak value and the service, I wouldn’t rush back.

At First it captures my attention the beautiful ambiance of the cafe so i decided to get in. The girl name apple is very welcoming. I also loved how Ms Heidi who made the best coffee for me, it really made my day, i like how concern they are to ask about if i have food allergies. I will definetely go back with friends and family because the food are all delicious. The Common Ground MOE

Great experience at Common Ground MOE. The food was tasty, fresh, and clean, and the waiter Earl was very attentive and welcoming. Would definitely come back again.

The overall experience was just okay, food choices perhaps are not the right combination… I have to say Beef Burger is not that satisfying as it lacks texture little bland for me but I guess that makes it healthier? LoLs the avocado dip was good and the matcha Latte was good.
Additionally, the immunity juice was fantastic!! Thanks for no ice suggestion Apple… 😍

Servers made it more relaxing perhaps the Filipino in me feels comfortable seeing smiles from same nationality as they were amazing, let me mention Stiphen and Apple. Btw….They look cute together. Playing cupid…lols kidding… overall restaurant atmosphere is superb. The yellow card made it feel sooooo safe haha they put the allergy card…as I am allergic to shrimp, love this touch. #SatisfiedExpat #SpreadHealthySmiles #HealthyDineOut

I had a great experience with the service provided by Isham and Earl! 😊 Both were friendly, professional, and attentive. Thank you for the excellent service and for making my visit enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Went in this place just for the Acai bowl! It was amaziiing, with lots of fruits and granola on it, highly recommended :) also the waiters were very kind and helpful

Had a wonderful experience at Common Grounds. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, especially the pancakes and breakfast bowl. The drinks were refreshing too.

Shoutout to TJ and Apple for the friendly and attentive service.

Highly recommend. Will definitely come back!

To all staff of Common Ground,

Thank you so much we had a perfect dine in dinner, the experience was amazing. The food is incredible, super delicious and yumminess overload and very fresh, healthy. Not a waste of money. The ambiance of the restaurant is very cozy and inviting, not stressful. We enjoyed a lot. Thank u so much to Stephen, Apple, Dado and specially to Laiza and of course the people who manage here. This Common Ground restaurant is highly recommended. THANK U SO MUCH!Godbless and more power.👏👏😊❤️

Amazing food and atención. I really recomend in his amazing place, súper healthy and delicious✨🤍

Thank you for such an amazing experience! From the moment we arrived, the staff were very welcoming and attentive. A special shout-out to Bryan who took care of our order. Hewas friendly, patient, and made sure everything was perfect. The food was delicious, the ambiance was relaxing, and the service was outstanding.

I will definitely be coming back and I’ll surely recommend this restaurant to my friends and family. Keep up the great work! 👏✨

Friendly service but busy team, there was no one to welcome and give a seat. The food came relatively quick and it was really good. The side salad is a generous bowl well dressed and with fresh pesto sauce. The wrap was generously filled with all the ingredients that are chosen very precisely; well marinated chicken, feta for sourness and beetroot hummus, along with greens for the crunch. Half of the wrap made me full and i took the rest home. A good place for quick meals, next time i will try their coffee and update my review.

Harry had an exceptional customer service as his recommendation was really superb. It was my first time to have the V60 coffee and it really complemented on the triple chocolate brownie that he had offered and served me.

What an amazing experience
I will definitely come back for more.

I have learned a new thing of coffee from him.

It is located in Mall of Emirates on 2nd level. We have been here many times whenever we visit Dubai. What we like about them the quality of food and drinks. One can have veg, vegan and gluten free food beside healthy juices. This time we had Mocha and Croissant. Both were very good. The service and ambiance was top class.
An ideal place to have snacks or full meals anytime of the day.

I had a great healthy breakfast! egg omelette is cooked perfectly, I love my decaf coffee. All 10/10 perfect! will come back again.. thanks to Harry for his good service & very kind.

I often eat here and the food never disappoints! The dishes are always delicious, and the staff are amazing. Special thanks to Earl for being so friendly and attentive every time I visit. Highly recommended!

Every time I visit Dubai, I have to stop by Common Grounds. In my opinion, they have the best banana bread — you have to try it! Their açaí is also a must, absolutely amazing. The service is top-notch and everything about the place is just perfect. I also had breakfast there, and it was absolutely delicious ..beyond words!
Huge thanks to Rachel for the legendary service 🤍
Really hope you open a branch in Riyadh soon.
Love you, Common Grounds🤍🤍

Special thank you to the lovely Bryan! He looked after me so well and made sure my food arrived quickly as I was in a rush. Great place for breakfast, lunch and dinner with fantastic selection of healthy options. Thanks Bryan and team!

Thursday morning disaster turned into the best breakfast surprise😍 I agreed to meet a friend at More Cafe in Mall of the Emirates Thursday morning at 9 AM, but guess what? More was boarded up and closed 😳 My friend was wandering the mall looking for a restaurant that didn't exist anymore😂 We both felt pretty silly 😂 So I said, change of plans, let's try Common Grounds instead. Glad I did.

Best impulsive decision ever. Our server was absolutely amazing. I asked his name, but now I completely forgot it, getting old I guess. Next time I'm writing it down because he deserves recognition.

I ordered the Big Brekkie for 85 AED. Our server said excellent choice and he was right. Two scrambled eggs cooked medium, beef bacon, beef sausages, miso mushrooms, roasted cherry tomatoes, sauteed kale, hashbrown, and toasted sourdough. The whole thing gets a solid 10/10 from me. Here's what made my day, I’m on a diet so I asked if I could swap the hashbrown and bread for cucumbers instead. Without hesitation, he said certainly. You know how rare that is? Most places act like you're asking them to rebuild the kitchen. They handled our last-minute change like pros. I swapped the carbs and it still felt like a proper breakfast feast.

My friend got the Low Carb Breakfast for 58 AED. Scrambled eggs, mushrooms, grilled zucchini, edamame, roasted cherry tomatoes, and sauteed kale. Also perfect, another 10/10.

We went a bit coffee crazy. He had a latte, then a double espresso, then a single. I had a large Americano, then another with cold milk on the side. Don’t judge us. The coffee was consistent, service was quick and friendly. The food was delicious and actually healthy too. Where else can you get a breakfast that tastes amazing and doesn't make you feel guilty after?

Common Grounds just became my new favorite breakfast spot in MOE. I wish they had breakfast combos like More used to offer but honestly, I'm not complaining.

Definitely going back soon. This time I'm bringing a pen to remember our server's name 🙂

Very disappointing experience, especially as I’ve eaten here before and always enjoyed the build-your-own salad.

I specifically asked for my salad not to be mixed, as I prefer to add only as much dressing as I want. After waiting around 15 minutes, the waiter came over to tell me that they had mixed it by mistake and asked if that was okay. I explained that it wasn’t, so they offered to remake it.

I then waited approximately another 15 minutes for the replacement. By this point I was starving, only to be served chicken that was completely different from what I had received here previously. On previous visits, the lemon and thyme chicken was nicely browned with a roasted/grilled exterior. This time it was extremely pale, wet and had a slimy texture that I simply couldn’t eat. I am attaching both pictures for comparison.

The manager did offer to make the salad again, which I appreciated, but after already waiting around 30 minutes, I wasn’t prepared to wait more and ended up leaving.

Mistakes happen, but between the original order being prepared incorrectly, the long wait for the replacement and the inconsistency in the chicken, this was a very disappointing visit.

Had a lovely breakfast with my daughter in law. The food was divine.