Experience the perfect blend of Parisian charm and the vibrant energy of the JLT community. Located in the iconic Mövenpick Hotel, CQ French Brasserie celebrates timeless French cuisine and heartfelt hospitality. The name CQ is inspired by "Le Coq," the iconic rooster that serves as a national emblem of France and a symbol of resiliance, prosperity and good luck.
At CQ, we bring you the classics of French dining - unpretentious, brilliantly prepared, and always offering incredible value. From our perfectly seared Steak Frites to our indulgent Pain Perdu, every dish is crafted with passion, blending sophistication with accessibility. We are your neighborhood brasserie.
Founded by Ziad Kamel, a founder of Couqley, CQ French Brasserie is created as an entirely new and independent brand. We are driven by a commitment to honoring French traditions while bringing a fresh and distinctive experience to your table. At the heart of the kitchen is our talented Group Executive Chef Fadi Naim, whose passion and creativity shine through every dish we serve.
Outside, a cheerful red-and-white striped awning welcomes you to CQ, setting the tone for the lively, fun-filled dining experience inside. Our covered and temperature-controlled terrace features classic French garden chairs, evoking the charm of Parisian café culture, and offers stunning views of the JLT skyline.
Step inside, and you'll feel instantly at home. Gaze through our French windows and flowing white curtains, soaking in the Parisian elegance of warm wooden accents, rouge and white stripes, and soft, comfortable lighting.
Our bar, a nod to Parisian brasserie culture invites you to enjoy fine casual dining, whether you’re grabbing a quick drink or indulging in a leisurely meal with a long list of well-priced wines.
With non-stop service from noon till midnight, CQ French Brasserie is always ready to welcome you for our bustling Business Lunch and Happy Hour along with our loved Ladies’ Night, iconic Steak Frites Mondays, marvelous Moules Frites Tuesdays and fun family Sunday LunchDays. We’ve got you, your family, and friends covered. CQ is our coup de cœur, our labor of love, and we know it will become yours too.
Experience the culture of French Brasserie dining in Dubai.
Bienvenue à CQ French Brasserie - a brasserie for friends & family.
Our Team at CQ Happily Serving You
Andy Salas
Restaurant General Manager
"Ask for Andy if you want to be sure of an exceptional experience!" - Patrick Chemali
Flordelis De Mesa
Guest Relations Executive
"Never have I had a more pleasant meal. Flor was so polite and helpful, going above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Thanks Flor for the wonderful care given to us. Rate her for 5 stars or more for her helpful service and good attitude." - Leizel Yap
Vera Napitupulu
Guest Relations Executive
“Vera was friendly and attentive, making sure we were well taken care of. Thank you for a great experience!”
Manoj Jayamal
Head Chef
"Chef Manoj creates excellent flavors in his dishes" - Aaron Depledge
Duncan Kabiru
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Special mention to the manager Duncan who always goes out of his way to ensure we have a seamless experience!" - Mariella El Mir
Kaye Alderson Bautista
Bar Manager
The service was top-notch, with a well-prepared staff ensuring a delightful dining experience. A Big Thank you!!! to Sir. Kaye he assisted us from the start to finish" - Allan Fernandez
Vishnu Suresh
Floor Supervisor
"The staffs were very welcoming especially Vishnu who was super friendly and helpful from the moment we ordered until we went out. Good job!" - Sophia
Pierre Skaf
Bar Man
"My waiter Pierre was extremely friendly, smiling a lot." - Maxime Dutilly
Josephat Ramogi
Bar Man
"Jojo , looked after us with care and a smile throughout the night ;) he made our experience quite memorable"
Benga Tamen
Chef de Rang
“Benga in specific is lovely and always goes out of his way to make sure we’re having a lovely time." - Lara Traboulsi
Kenneth Macharia
Chef de Rang
“Kenneth is the best waiter you can think about. He is proactive and always smilling" - Breno Genestrti.
Aladdin Sadok
Chef de Rang
Aladdin introduced himself as our waiter for the evening, and he was brilliant throughout. Very attentive, polite, and good humoured!" - Greg Harris
Nile Htet
Chef de Rang
"Special thanks to Nile, he really went above and beyond for us! He made a celebratory meal so amazing without even knowing!" - Aimee Rowlands
Dennis Gatakaa
Chef de Rang
“Dennis was an absolute delight and so patient.” Greg Harris
Mary Joy Woods
Junior Chef de Rang
We commend MJ for the warm assistance. She was very friendly and attentive! " - Eugenia Tada
Rowell Grafil
Junior Chef de Rang
"We were taken care of by Rowell. He was very accommodating the whole time. We will surely come back again!" - Johann Diana
Khursand Solangarov
Junior Chef de Rang
We commend MJ for the warm assistance. She was very friendly and attentive! " - Eugenia Tada
Josué Aguilera
Runner
"Great place! Always feel welcomed here and food is absolutely yum!! Josh is great" -Zemfira Agabekova
Harry Khant
Runner
“The cherry on top was our server HARRY! He was awesome. Knows the good drinks and good food to try. Also he was very attentive to our needs and always approaches us with a smile. Kudos and great job to Harry" - Nancy Guevarra
Ali Khan
Housekeeping
"Ali is amazing—always keeping everything spotless and stepping in to help with service when needed, all with a friendly attitude!" - Sara Benneth
