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Dubai Hills Mall: What Is Inside and Best Restaurants

Dubai Hills Mall packs family fun, 150 stores, and top restaurants in one easy-to-reach spot. See what’s inside and where to eat before your visit.

·5 min read·By the Tovi UAE Team
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What You Will Find Inside Dubai Hills Mall

Dubai Hills Mall sits in the heart of Dubai Hills Estate and opened its doors in late 2023. The three-level centre holds more than 150 retail outlets, a 2,200-seat cinema, and a large indoor play area. Families can reach the mall in 20 minutes from Downtown Dubai via the new Hessa Street extension, and free parking covers 4,500 spaces.

Top Restaurants and Cafes in 2026

Food options range from quick bites to full-service dining. On Level 1, you will find:

  • SEVA – plant-based menu with mains from AED 65.
  • PAUL Bakery – fresh croissants and coffee from AED 25.
  • Noodle House – signature laksa at AED 58.

Level 2 hosts the main dining strip:

  • Texas Roadhouse – steaks from AED 115, kids eat free on Sundays.
  • Jamal Al Hamra – Emirati seafood platters AED 145.
  • YO! Sushi – conveyor-belt plates AED 22 each.

Reservations are advised on weekends. Most outlets accept 4 pm to 11 pm timings.

Family Attractions and Entertainment

Parents appreciate the 800-square-metre indoor playground called Kidz Empire, priced at AED 75 per child for two hours. The mall’s 12-screen VOX cinema shows new releases in English and Arabic. During school holidays, free craft workshops run every Saturday from 11 am to 2 pm near the central atrium.

How Dubai Hills Mall Compares to Mall of the Emirates

Mall of the Emirates is larger, yet Dubai Hills Mall offers shorter queues and easier parking. Ski Dubai sits only in the older mall. Dubai Hills Mall wins on new facilities and direct access from Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. Both centres share many of the same brands, so choice comes down to location and crowd size.

Practical Tips Before You Go

Arrive before 6 pm on weekdays to secure shaded parking. Use the free mall app to check restaurant wait times. RTA buses 307 and 337 stop at the main entrance every 15 minutes. If you plan to shop for groceries, Carrefour on Level LG stays open until midnight.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking free at Dubai Hills Mall?▾

Yes, the mall offers 4,500 free spaces with shaded options on upper levels.

What are the cinema ticket prices?▾

Standard 2D tickets cost AED 45 on weekdays and AED 55 on weekends in 2026.

Does the mall have prayer rooms?▾

Two large prayer rooms are located on Levels 1 and 2 near the central lifts.

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