A reliable familiar option for families with picky eaters, with an enormous menu covering pasta, pizza, burgers, and cheesecake in a loud casual environment where kids can be kids without stares. Mains run AED 65-120 (USD 18-33) and the kids menu is AED 35-50 (USD 10-14). Fully stroller-accessible with wide aisles and high chairs available on request. Waits can hit 45-60 minutes on weekend evenings — put your name in via the hostess stand or OpenTable before finishing your Dubai Mall visit to time it right. The Dubai Aquarium visible from the mall floor is a bonus visual treat for kids waiting to be seated.

Address: The Cheesecake Factory, Level 2, The Dubai Mall, Financial Centre Road, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, UAE

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Cost: Paid $$