Stomping Grounds

«Stomping Grounds» is tucked away in a quiet corner of Jumeirah, on 12D Street. Only a faint echo of the bustle from busy Jumeirah Beach Road reaches here, and the waterfront is just a short walk away — convenient for a coffee stop and a stroll afterward. The café is open from 7:30 to 23:00, so there's time for breakfast, a quick lunch, a lingering dinner, or an unplanned brunch instead of just a quick cup of coffee. The kitchen draws on different traditions: Arabic dishes sit alongside Italian ones, the grill turns out hearty mains, and sandwiches and diner-style items cover the need for simple, tasty food throughout the day. Coffee is a particular point of pride here. The team brews specialty coffee, including Panamanian Geisha through a V60, and this hasn't gone unnoticed — not just by guests, but by the professional community: the café received an award as the best independent coffee shop in the UAE. Behind the counter and in the kitchen work people who have long been in the restaurant business and pay attention to detail — from the first morning cup to the last plate served in the evening. The café offers free parking, which is especially valued in Dubai. The average check at «Stomping Grounds» is 50–100 AED, address: 98, 12d street.