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    4.4 (319 reviews)
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    Dubai Crepe
    chellz c.

    Delish! Excellent flavors and good service. Would recommend to try the kinder mini pancakes, my favorite! Highly recommended to anyone.

    Winston A.

    Tried this place for the first time with my family and we really enjoyed it! We ordered the pistachio and biscoff, and both were tasty and well-made. I'm not usually a big sweets person, but even I thought this was good. If you have a sweet tooth, this is definitely a nice spot worth visiting.

    Leslie G.

    Been having a love affair with kunafee lately so when in the area and we saw this place we had to stop in Didn't have time to eat so took it to go. They packaged it well yet this dessert really should he eaten fresh. It was good yet I want to try in house next time. Cute place. Pleasant service

    Missy F.

    I decided to try some Dubai chocolate ice cream. I actually never tried anything Dubai chocolate related so this was a first for me. Seen Juice Time on my feed so why not. Definitely a drive from Mira Mesa where I live , but I had some time on my hands and it was 86 degrees out in February. Place is a nice size with plenty of seating. I would imagine they get pretty busy. I went during the week mid day so barely anyone there. For me the menu is is too small to read or not lit up enough, maybe it was my eyes I don't know. I just ordered the Dubai chocolate ice cream. Price was not bad at all for the service size they give you. It was vanilla soft serve, Dubai chocolate on the bottom, topped with the sweet pistachio sauce and sprinkled heavily with Kadayif which is like a toasted shredded filo. I loved every bite, the ice cream itself was one of the best soft serve ice creams I ever tasted. Every bite was better than the last. I can't wait to go back to try some other items.

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    Vince B.

    After reading about Middle Eastern desserts and learning that knafeh is the favorite of the Filipino chef who invented Dubai Chocolate, I became intrigued. There are a few other stores that sell Knafeh that was located closer but I would rather go to a place that has 'Kanafa' in its name. This busy El Cajon location, which opened in 2022, is Papa Kanafa's first US branch since originating in Kuwait. The shop buzzes with energy in this large strip mall, drawing a mostly younger crowd. Middle Eastern pop music fills the bright, lively space. I asked the cashier which of the dozen kanafas was the traditional version, and that's what I ordered. "Cheese or cream cheese?" he asked. Staying authentic, I chose the traditional cheese option. My to-go kanafa took about 10 minutes since they prepare it fresh to order. Meanwhile, the popular cocktails I ordered came out in just a couple of minutes. I had planned to wait until I got home, but when I opened the box and saw the kanafa still warm, I couldn't resist taking a tiny bite with a spoonful of the sugar syrup drizzled on top. The texture of the crispy, buttery shredded phyllo contrasted beautifully with the melted cheese inside. The Jojo cocktail was wonderfully sweet! Maybe a little too sweet for my liking. I guess that's why this place if popular among teens and twentysomethings. The shakes are buy 1 get one. I picked Heart Attack but won't be drinking it tonight. Papa Kanafa hits the spot for my Knafeh cravings with fresh preparation in a variety of sizes and flavors. Definitely worth the visit if you're in Rancho San Diego.

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    Robin L.

    Such nice service!! I couldn't remember what I had ordered. It had been about a year. He reminded me and when I tasted it I realized it was right. Absolutely love the crunchy, chocolate hazelnut and pistachio sauces and the soft serve is great. Wish we had this place in Chula Vista!!

    Angelica V.

    Got the Dubai brownie and with the chocolate melted on top, it was a bit too sweet and thick but after refrigerating it the chocolate was a lot better hard. It was crispy with pistachio bits inside and the flavors balanced well. About $20 so I would say it's worth it

    Dubai strawberries chocolate Dubai Waffle Ice Cream
    Emily G.

    Since dubai chocolate has been quite viral this year, I've been looking forward to trying out other Middle Eastern desserts. My friend was craving strawberry dubai chocolate and this place popped up. We came by after dinner around 8pm and it was crowded. They have a lot of seating inside with board games so it seems like a popular hang out spot for both families and college students Of course we got the strawberry dubai chocolate as well as dubai waffle, kinder lotus ice cream and snicker ice cream. The strawberry dubai chocolate had the perfect combination of rich, fruity, and crispy in every bite. Definitely worth the $14 splurge. Waffle was fresh and crunchy, heavenly with the creamy pistachio and chocolate. So glad we decided to come here for dessert and would love to come back and try some of their other menu items!

    Nani N.

    My sister and I got here around 7pm and there was no line and we got our order 10 minutes after ordering. The place inside was pretty clean. They were always ensuring that there's very little trash lying around. We got the Dubai chocolate covered strawberries and honestly it was underwhelming. I saw it was pretty hyped up on TikTok and decided to check it out but honestly it was alright. The strawberries were okay and I thought the ratio of chocolate to strawberries was kind of unbalanced. It felt more chocolate than strawberries. It wasn't super sweet but I got pretty tired of it after finishing half of the cup. The wait was about 10 minutes long. However, my 1 complaint is that my sister had found a piece of hair in it. She was eating and found a piece of hair that was stuck within the chocolate. Kind of threw us off and discouraged us from eating the rest.

    Elisa N.

    JUICE TIME & PAPA KANAFA Parking is available out front. It is free and it was not too difficult finding parking you're able to access it right in front of the place. It was so busy on a Friday night this place does close at 12 AM so it's a great place to stop by for a dessert with your friends. The line wasn't super long and we got multiple things. We got three Dubai chocolate bars they're all medium. We got a strawberry Dubai chocolate a Dubai brownie as well as their most popular they had Dubai fettuccine. Our total was about $98 and the staff were really friendly and there was so many people in the store that were smiling and acknowledging us. after we paid for all the items we immediately got our chocolate strawberry Dubai, which was incredible. It had so much strawberries and incredible dubai flavor. I really love the ambiance here. It was very big bright and they had incredible decor that I really love just kind of circulating the entire place. There's also fairy lights outside that made the place light up in the plaza. Overall, I'd highly recommend stopping by this place and getting the chocolate strawberry Dubai that was definitely worth my money and I would 100% get that again. It was incredible quality and it was a great price!

    Dubai Chocolate Strawberry
    Joanne E.

    They have the most reasonably priced subs chocolate strawberries at about $12 (versus $15+ other places). A healthy amount of all ingredients too. We went at a busy time - it was a holiday and they were offering free vanilla cones. But still, I was able to order and receive my order in about two minutes. Very fast service! Lots of families inside so I'm guessing it's a very family friendly place. They have a huge menu and esp a big Dubai chocolate menu. Definitely want to try the rest of their items!

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    Shaianne P.

    Honestly, I've ordered here both on DoorDash AND in person. Decided to check them out for the first time in person and was so surprised how empty it was - to be fair, it was a Tuesday at around mid-day. My friend and I specifically came for the chocolate labubu's & also the free chocolate strawberries (when you spend $35+ in the entire month of October Mon-Thurs!). I will admit it's very easy to spend over $35 - which is probably one key takeaway when it comes to prices. I also got the crispy lotus ice cream and mixed crepe (kinder/pistachio/lotus) which were all very delicious. My friend got the dubai brownie & the kinder smoothie/milkshake. Literally no complaints. I didn't get to try the chocolate strawberries because when I brought them home, they were gone! But i'm sure they were just as tasty! Pleasantly surprised with how clean the restaurant is as well!

    Kevin M.

    Juice time & Papa Kanafa is a solid Dubai chocolate restaurant located nearby hotspots like SDSU and El Cajon. Pros: With abundant outdoor parking, the restaurant is large enough to accommodate big groups. They have many options for Dubai chocolate. We ordered the strawberry Dubai chocolate for about $12.99, Dubai brownie for about $14.99, and the creative Dubai fettuccine for $19.99 which blends crepe dough into fettuccine shapes mixed with the Dubai toppings and a brownie in the middle. We also got Dubai chocolate bars to go which is nice. They come in 2 bars each order. My favorite was the Dubai strawberry which has great flavor and a lot of the katifi (the crunchy stuff) and the brownie was my next favorite. The fettuccine was good but is a lot to eat so make sure you share with a friend or it'll most likely go to waste. Service was really good and fast. They also have free water available which is NEEDED as the chocolate taste will need to get washed down eventually. Cons: there's not much cons here. It does get busy so be sure to wait in a line if there are big parties ahead. Verdict: a must try for the all popular Dubai chocolate. I'd come back again and recommend to anyone of my friends

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    Extraordinary Desserts

    Extraordinary Desserts

    4.0
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    Memorial Day 2026 commenced with the most amazing dessert I'd never imagine ordering. Before the…read moredessert, the gentleman that rang me up, and the lady packing the desserts (apologies for not getting names) provided exceptional service. My name was spelled properly, a short conversation reassured my dessert choice, and as I walked up to retrieve my dessert, the lady met me halfway with a smile (thank you for wrapping so it didn't fall over). The smallest of gestures and niceties are what make leaving the house worth it. GIANDUIA. This cake is nothing you can be prepared for, yet everything you need without setting expectations. The boysenberry was the perfect separation for the waves of chocolate and the subtle crunch of the hazelnut toffee type of layer on the very top. The chocolate mousse was the exact mouth feel needed to separate the rich layers of chocolate cake. I saw, I conquered, and I was yet again impressed by what Extraordinary Desserts so purposefully and gracefully offered. Thank you for healing a bit of my soul I didn't realize was waiting to be healed.

    We sat at the bar while we waited for our orders. Served fast and it was so nice that it wasn't…read morecrowded but of course due to it being a weeknight. The parking was a bit tough, but luckily I found a spot not that far away. Overall, you get wonderful customer service here! Thank you Extraordinary Desserts for making our visit enjoyable!!

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    One of our 'go to' dessert places in San Diego.
    One of our 'go to' dessert places in San Diego.
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    Maya literally made us feel so special love her ice cream so good yum ! Worth the drive from La fs:)read more

    I was really excited to try this ice cream shop after seeing it all over Instagram and TikTok…read more Everyone seemed to be calling it one of the best ice cream spots in San Diego, and after finally trying it for myself, I completely understand the hype. We waited nearly an hour and a half, close to two hours, in line near closing time. It was freezing outside, and there were definitely moments when we questioned whether it was worth it. Looking back, I can honestly say it was. One thing that immediately stood out was the service. The staff continuously came through the line offering samples, explaining the different flavors, sharing how some of them were created, and helping people decide what they might enjoy before reaching the counter. It made the long wait feel much more manageable and showed how much they genuinely care about the customer experience. When it was finally our turn, I was completely overwhelmed in the best way possible. Every flavor I sampled seemed better than the last. Even the flavors I was convinced I would not like ended up surprising me and becoming some of my favorites. The creativity, quality, and balance of flavors were honestly impressive. Everything tasted unique, thoughtful, and incredibly well executed. My friends and I spent so much time trying to decide which flavors to choose because there were simply too many good options. That is not a problem I usually have at an ice cream shop. The only thing I regret is not ordering a bigger size. The moment I finished my ice cream, I wished I had gotten a larger cup or cone because it was that good. This place is truly a gem. I would love to see them expand beyond San Diego because I have no doubt they would be just as successful in Los Angeles and Orange County. While I hope the line is a little shorter next time, I would absolutely come back and wait for this ice cream again. It was one of the most memorable desserts I have had in a long time.

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    Calico, an October classic, is made with cream cheese and pumpkin butter from Jackie's Jams
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    2 flavors- Canvas-Olive Oil Rosemary and Termeh -Saffron Pistachio Vanilla All the ice cream was unique.

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