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Leen's Difc/ Emirates Towers
Review
About
Travelers' Choice
2024
Enjoy the best view in Dubai while dining at Leen's DIFC! This venue is licensed and offers daily happy hours from 4pm-7pm. Where exceptional food can be joyed without the formalities. Where an eclectic oasis awaits, for you to relax and be yourself with family and friends, whilst enjoying a world-class culinary experience. Our extensive, international menu offers a vibrant journey of bold flavors from around the world. Designed with passion curiosity, and creativity, using fresh, hand-selected ingredients.
Features
CUISINES
Latin, International, Sushi, Spanish, Contemporary, Fusion
Meal types
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Digital Payments
Family style
Free Wifi
Full Bar
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Parking Available
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Wine and Beer
Location
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Hours
Open until 11:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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4.6
196 reviews
Excellent
164
Good
12
Average
7
Poor
5
Terrible
8
Alan M
Gympie817 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
It is what it says but with killer views of the nearby museum along with easy access which appears to be not widely known. Just ask the helpful receptionist.
We lunched in The Surf Cafe area & were served an excellent array of dishes to share.
I would forgoe the sourdough bread for Dh11.25, seemed just like 4 thin slices of Hovis.
The rest was resonably priced, esp. Crispy Shrimp Taco but Dh90 for Roasted Miso Aubergine seemed a bit steep.
Service was brilliant & all dishes arrived simultaneously as requested.
Note; if you want an elevator you need to go to the info desk & they will arrange someone with a pass to enable entry
Written February 9, 2023
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Lina H
Gothenburg38 contributions
Apr 2024 • family
This place was on my list and I am so happy I got the chance to experience the amazing food and stunning view at Leen's.
I visited with my mom and aunt and things didn't go according to plan. We were in a stressful situation shortly after we arrived at the restaurant as my aunt lost her mobile phone in the taxi on our way to Leen's.
I just want to give a big thanks to all the amazing staff at Leen's for being so considerate and helpful. The staff were very understanding and helpful in many ways and tried to accommodate us by helping making phone calls and reporting the missing mobile phone to the taxi company.
I special thanks to wonderful Ouarda at the front desk who kindly lend out her phone several times for us to be able to make phone calls.
Despite the stressful situation the food was amazing. I loved the lunch, so many options (and healthy ones too, which I love). I went for a fresh celery juice and parmesan chicken mushroom pasta. For desserts I chose Golden latte with coconut milk (TO DIE FOR) and a chocolate mouse.
I can't want to come back in a more relaxed way just to enjoy the wonderful foods.
Thank you once again for everything.
Written April 6, 2024
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Liege-Bastogne-Liege
Zurich442 contributions
May 2023 • business
In a city where elegance is the norm, this wonderful restaurant excelled for lunch.
Not only is there a huge choice of places to dine i the business district, even in the Jumeriah Emirates Towers, there are more options than you can imagine.
Leen's is informally rather than casually elegant. There is little that is casual about a venue like this. Everything is done to perfection and with great attention to detail.
It is very relaxed however, the service is attentive but not obtrusive and the food is wonderful beyond words. It serves salads, seafood, sides and all are wonderful.
i am grateful to my host for this lovely treat, to the staff of Leen's and the staff and management of the Jumeirah Emirates Towers for this lovely treat.
Written March 29, 2024
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Thomas Martinez
Dubai11 contributions
Feb 2023 • friends
Absolutely great ambiance and service
Food was 10/10 my favorite being the sushi
You get to enjoy a beautiful view and eat delicious delicacy. Kevin the mananger was super helpful and interacted with us which really made my friends and I happy and special . The service was good as well
I am definitely going back there with my family
Written April 7, 2023
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NICHOLAS T
Dubai11103 contributions
Jul 2022 • friends
Leen’s is in a great spot in Emirates Towers, looking out at the spectacular Museum of the Future.
The decor is very chic and cool and the menu is a good mix of European and Asian cuisine. The venue is licensed.
We ordered a mix of dishes - Chicken Milanese, Nasri Goreng, prawn and chicken tacos and a side of French fries. All of the dishes were delicious and served promptly after we ordered.
Service was very good as the prices reasonable - our bill for four mains and two large still waters was just over AED 400.
Written July 3, 2022
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Rosa W
Dubai4 contributions
Jan 2023 • family
Food was good, quite expensive 365 AED for 3 people for breakfast.
Service was a bit of let down, waitresses were disorganized.
We wanted to order the truffle omelette which they had run out of truffle and they were unable to do a plain omelette zero logic.
Written January 24, 2023
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Azat Tuigunbek
Hello Day dream,
we appreciate you taking the time out to share your feedback. We’re sorry your experience didn’t match your expectations. This was an unfortunate incident that occurred, and we are striving to do better in the future. Please feel free to reach out to me with any further comments, concerns, or suggestions you wish to share. We would love to make things right if you give us another chance. Alternatively, we would like to contact you, please provide us more details to reach out. Please contact us on azat@leens.com looking forward to hear from you soon.
Regards,
Azat Tuigunbek
Floor Manager
Written May 25, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Tom D
London5 contributions
Sep 2023 • couples
Went here after the museum of the future for our dinner date and wow this place excelled! An amazingly intimate yet beautiful environment was made all the better by attentive staff and truly delicious food. The cocktails were out of this world as well! (Try the mother of pearl). The best dining experience we had in Dubai and will 100% go out of our way to return!
Written September 7, 2023
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HiteshB
High Wycombe14 contributions
Jan 2023 • family
If you want to be ignored, ripped off on food, and be served by staff absent of incentive or common sense, then this is the restaurant for you.
Rude, inconsiderate, and overall apathetic staff.
Poor experience, and they won’t do a thing about it because they know that they’re in a prime tourist spot.
Written January 13, 2023
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Azat Tuigunbek
Dear Hitesh,
We are sorry to hear about your disappointment with us, and I would like to personally assist you with making things right. It’s important to us that our customers are more than satisfied and we would like the opportunity to resolve this issue immediately. I will reach out today to discuss, or you can contact me directly at Azat@leens.com if it's more convenient.
Regards,
Azat Tuigunbek
Floor Manager
Written May 25, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Mots
17 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
We had dinner here several days ago which was nice and wanted to try the breakfast about which we'd heard such good things. The food was tasty but we found the breakfast portions small and insubstantial for the Eggs Benedict, and had to order a second dish. One of which was the mushroom omelette with egg which was very thin and more like a crepe. The mushrooms were tasty though.
My breakfast, the Leen's Breakfast, was tasty and included eggs, fruit, yogurt with granola, bread, a cupcake and 2 drinks. It was better value for money (104 dhs) although the omelette was very plain, tasteless, and I felt I had to order more veg - mushrooms (32 dhs!) and spinach (18 dhs) as the half tomato was insufficient vegetables.
If you enjoy a good mug of coffee then please order an Americano, as the cafe latte comes in a little teacup! As does the hot chocolate! The coffee/hot chocolate was nice but all wrong served in a little cup.
I think what was disappointing was the inflexibility of the chef to cater for different tastes e.g. I wanted to order the Mediterranean Breakfast but substitute the smoked salmon for mushrooms and kale, however I was told it was not possible!
That said this is a good restaurant for vegans, those with a gluten intolerance and those wanting a healthy breakfast.
Written June 11, 2021
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Katrina GT
Dubai468 contributions
Jan 2025 • couples
Leen’s DIFC offers incredible food, with standout sushi and desert - the Pastel Vasco. The warm and attentive service by Jofer and Ahmad makes the experience even more delightful. The ambiance is elevated by stunning views of the Museum of the Future and Sheikh Zayed Road, creating a perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience. However, reaching the restaurant as a first-timer was a bit challenging due to a lack of clear directions both online and onsite, which could be improved for a smoother experience.
Written January 9, 2025
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FoodTraveler_theworld
Bangkok4197 contributions
Dec 2022 • friends
Reliable booking system for tourists, good service, many choices of brunch, pasta, sushi and grilled menu, last but not least enjoy the view of “Future Museum” and other skyscrapers of Dubai. There are both outdoor and indoor seatings available.
The staffs offer us the table with the view for group of 4.
Written December 29, 2022
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Badreddine A
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • family
The worst experience ever I’ll never come back again even I’ll never recommend it to my friends or family, it was waiter from Albania he was so rude, unprofessional. The food wasn’t that great whatever you seen on the menu doesn’t match with what they are serving. Anyway horrible experience. Never again.
Written October 17, 2023
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Gezim Elezi
Hello Baddredine,
We apologize for the negative experience you had at our establishment. We take customer feedback seriously and are committed to providing a positive experience for all of our guests. We will use your feedback to improve our services and ensure that all of our customers have a pleasant experience. We would like to make this right for you, please reach out to us on hello@leens.com . Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Kind Regards
Leen’s Bluewater Team
Written October 23, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
LenisterProdigalSon
Dubai52 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
Early lunch experience for two , warm welcome from hostess , uniforms , crisp , refined casual chic , well done. Attentive servers on the floor interacting with several tables . Menu knowledge of service associate top drawer and went with the Leen's Signature dishes . Each plate was carefully curated with insightful ingredient pairings ( Salmon Tataki , grilled Octopus , black cod & prawn gyoza , Korean chicken , 5+ Wagyu Shortrib * standout dish ) Pistachio cheesecake , chocolate Lava cake. During the lunch , I noticed a gentleman engaging with the guests tableside and the team with genuine warmth and enthusiasm . Claudio introduced himself as the owner of the venue and the brand and sharing the origins and well deserved expansion of his vision , chapeau Claudio and team .A jewel in the tower with and so excited about the terrace season returning to sit , enjoy and experience more of the same while viewing the Museum - its going to be a perfect location to dine to celebrate Museum visits
Written September 11, 2021
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Leen's Casual To Gourmet
Hello,
We are very happy to hear you had a fantastic time with us at LEEN’S! Thank you for sharing this great feedback, it means a lot to our entire team. We will definitely be sharing your kind words with them and are looking forward to serving you again soon!
LEEN'S Casual to Gourmet Team.
Written September 24, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
LaurenceBoyce
58 contributions
Oct 2021 • none
The restaurant has an outside terrace with views over the bay back to the Dubai beachfront. At night, this is a fantastic view which elevates the restaurant experience. Apart from the Mushroom Tacos (which were brilliant), the portion size, value for money and quality of the food was all OK, but not special so I would not rush back.
Written October 31, 2021
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Charias C
4 contributions
Jan 2025 • friends
I had an experience with their customer service that could be improved. While they accept reservations, they mentioned they cannot guarantee outdoor seating, which was a key preference for me. It feels a bit unclear what the purpose of the reservation is if specific seating cannot be secured. Additionally, I found the interaction with the reservation staff and supervisor to be less friendly and accommodating than expected. I hope the management considers addressing these concerns to enhance the overall customer experience.
Written January 17, 2025
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