Cafe
Specialty coffee, handcrafted desserts, and canal-side seating where Dubai comes to work, catch up, and relax.
Why clients stay
Set directly along the canal with two floors of bright indoor seating and a tranquil outdoor patio perfect for sunset views.
“A lovely café with plenty of space, including two floors and outdoor seating right by the canal.”
Renowned across Dubai for smooth V60 pour-overs, balanced iced lattes, and inventive signature beverages.
“Tried the iced Americano with Brazil beans and absolutely loved it. It was smooth, balanced, and nicely strong—exactly how I like my coffee.”
Regulars return as much for the friendly, attentive team as for the coffee itself.
“Arafat was incredible! He really did take good care of us. Amazing service”
From crispy French toast with ice cream to San Sebastian cheesecake and creamy tiramisu.
“Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, with no eggy taste at all. Paired with the ice cream, it was the perfect dessert”
A refined, stylish setting where locals, visitors, and creatives gather to meet, work, and chill.
“The place to be for meeting up with the Dubai local community and chilling”
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Our Favorites
“Creme brûlée latte was made with good quality coffee and wasn’t too sweet - it was very well balanced and probably my favourite drink.”
“The French toast was just as good! Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, with no eggy taste at all. Paired with the ice cream, it was the perfect dessert and definitely something I’d order again.”
“The drinks were immaculate, especially the Blue Matcha, which is a must-try.”
“The Smurf was really good and a unique concept - decaf which is great!”
“delicious San senstainsebastian cake”
“i had acai smothie and i highly recommend”
More favorites
“Great tiramisu.”
“The Eggs Benedict was delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”
“I tried their Orto Signature Sweet Coffee and wow… I absolutely loved it!”
“Very good v60 coffee”
Special touches
Situated right on the water in Jumeirah, Orto Cafe offers wide canal views that create a serene backdrop for morning coffees or relaxing golden-hour catchups.
Featuring double-level seating with generous natural light, the space caters equally well to solo laptop sessions, group brunches, and casual coffee meetings.
Guests frequently single out team members by name for thoughtful drink guidance, speedy service, and genuine warmth that makes every visit memorable.
In their words
“Best cafe in Dubai, best coffee I have had anywhere in the world. I would fly to Dubai just for this coffee. Great staff and beautiful atmosphere, must visit if you visit Dubai.”
“A lovely café with plenty of space, including two floors and outdoor seating right by the canal. It's a great place for working, business meetings, or simply enjoying breakfast with friends.”
“The atmosphere is cozy and relaxing, with beautiful canal views that make it a great place to unwind. Definitely coming back!”
Tips from regulars
The outdoor seating along the waterfront is especially popular during cooler hours and golden hour.
The second-floor seating offers a quieter atmosphere suitable for focused work or small business catchups.
Staff members like Kaung and Conrad are known for helping newcomers navigate the menu and find their ideal coffee or specialty mocktail.
Pair your coffee with house favorites like the French toast with ice cream or San Sebastian cheesecake.