Cassette Dubai: Where Food, Art and Ease Meet

Dubai’s calm corner for good food and good mood

Tucked inside the leafy calm of The Courtyard in Al Quoz in Dubai, a café-bistro opened in 2019 as a creative hub for food, coffee, design and music. It’s the kind of place that doesn’t try too hard to impress. It simply does, by offering a warm welcome, thoughtful food and an atmosphere that settles you as soon as you walk in.

A Setting That Feels Like Home, Only Better

Cassette's charm begins with its surroundings. The Courtyard, despite being in an industrial-meets-creative part of Dubai, feels like a leafy enclave. Indoor seating spills into a relaxed courtyard, blending greenery, natural light and soft music, the vibe is casual yet considered.

Whether you arrive early for breakfast or linger into the afternoon for coffee, Cassette offers a peaceful haven. There’s a gentle buzz around, a mixture of regulars and newcomers, families and friends and a diverse crowd drawn by the comfort inherent in its design and energy.

Morning Rituals That Delight

We visited Cassette for breakfast and left genuinely impressed. The menu unfolds with tempting simplicity: dishes like the “Big Cassette Breakfast” offering eggs, mushrooms, beef bacon, sausage, potatoes, beans and toast, generous and well built.

For something lighter, the “Super Green Omelette” with spinach, zucchini, cherry tomatoes and avocado on sourdough toast felt fresh and balanced. Coffee arrives with precision; juices and fresh-brewed drinks provide a nice counterpoint to heavier breakfast plates.

What stood out was not only the taste, but the care: flavors felt genuine, dishes well-portioned and elements balanced so each bite felt considered. The kind of breakfast that leaves you satisfied, not stuffed; content, but still ready for the day.

A Menu That Grows With You

Cassette’s culinary philosophy is described as “Modern Parisian Direction.” That means there are hints of French familiarity but with an international openness. Vegans and vegetarians find plenty to choose from, and even casual comfort-food lovers are happy. From salads to sandwiches, burgers to quinoa bowls, there’s a clear effort to cater to varying tastes and dietary preferences.

Lighter lunch options sit comfortably beside more indulgent dishes. It’s easy to see Cassette as a place for a quick coffee break, a long brunch with friends, a relaxed lunch meeting, or even a cozy spot to work over a laptop. The balance between style, accessibility and substance is deliberate.

Why Cassette Matters

In a city overflowing with “hotspots,” Cassette doesn’t strive for flash. Instead, it thrives quietly on authenticity. It represents a thread in Dubai's tapestry that values community over glitz, comfort over spectacle, and understated design over over-the-top flair.

For anyone, whether a visitor or a regular, looking for a moment of calm, good food, and a sense of ease, Cassette offers exactly that. It’s a café where you can belong without belonging to anything pretentious.

What to Know Before You Go

• Cassette opens daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

• The Courtyard location gives easy access to parking (though public and paid), and plenty of indoor and courtyard seating.

• The vibe is relaxed and family-friendly.

• The menu caters to a variety of dietary preferences from hearty breakfasts to vegan dishes making it a versatile choice for groups with differing tastes.

  
  

Cassette is a creative getaway within Dubai, a place where good food, thoughtful design and casual comfort meet. For those seeking a moment of ease, a fresh breakfast, or simply a quiet retreat away from the city’s pace, Cassette delivers with sincerity and quiet style.