Dubai Chocolate Bar Houston: Best Places to Buy, Prices & Homemade Recipe 

The Dubai chocolate bar is a viral Middle Eastern dessert made with milk chocolate, pistachio cream, and crispy kataifi (shredded phyllo pastry). In Houston, top spots include Cacao & Cardamom, Mostly Chocolate, Royal Roastery USA, ChocolatZeina, and Suzie’s Pastry Shoppe. Prices typically start at $20 per bar, with local pickup and online delivery available across the Houston metro area.

Houston has one of the largest Arab American communities in Texas  so it’s no surprise the city has fully embraced the Dubai chocolate bar craze. From Westheimer Road to the Katy suburbs, local chocolatiers and coffee shops have taken this viral treat and made it their own. Some serve it as a classic bar. Others turn it into ice cream bombs, strawberry cups, crepes, and even baklava.

Where to Buy the Best Dubai Chocolate in Houston

Houston’s chocolate scene has stepped up fast. Several shops across the city now offer their own takes on the Dubai chocolate bar, with each location bringing something slightly different to the table.

Best Dubai Chocolate Bars on Westheimer and Uptown Houston

The stretch of Westheimer Road has become the unofficial Dubai chocolate corridor of Houston:

Cacao & Cardamom (founded by Houston chocolatier Annie Rupani) offers the widest variety from a traditional pistachio praline and kanafeh bar to a cerulean blue Biscoff version and a purple hazelnut variation. The Knafeh Kisses  red-lip-shaped chocolate bites filled with pistachio praline and kanafeh  are a standout.

Royal Roastery USA on Westheimer takes a more Middle Eastern approach. Their Dubai Ice Cream Bomb surrounds booza (traditional stretchy Arab ice cream) with pistachio butter and a chocolate shell, topped with edible gold flakes and phyllo dough. Saffron, rose water, and pistachio flavors run throughout.

ChocolatZeina was among the first Houston shops to carry the viral bar. They offer bars in pyramid truffle shapes, 1-pound servings with pistachio sprinkle, and Dubai chocolate strawberries.

Mostly Chocolate  Spring Branch

Mostly Chocolate (1050 N. Post Oak Road, Unit 220) is a family-owned Spring Branch chocolatier widely regarded as one of Houston’s best. Their version features kataifi toasted in brown butter, homemade pistachio paste, and tahini  all wrapped in a bar with zig-zag green chocolate detailing. A $20 box includes three bars.

Suzie’s Pastry Shoppe  Mid-West Houston

Suzie’s Pastry Shoppe (8619 Richmond Avenue, Suite 800) has gone viral multiple times for its Dubai chocolate innovations. Beyond the classic bar, their Dubai chocolate strawberry cup  layered with strawberries, pistachio butter, ice cream, milk chocolate, and shredded phyllo dough  has become a customer favorite. Dark chocolate, white chocolate, and sugar-free options are all available.

Golden Roastery  West Houston

Golden Roastery (3111 Fondren Road) offers some of the most creative spins on the trend. Their Dubai Cake Bombs surround ice cream with kanafeh and Turkish pistachio, then drench it in pistachio and chocolate sauces. The Dubai chocolate baklava and strawberry cups are also strong orders.

Houston Dubai Chocolate in Katy  Where to Find It

The Katy and Greater West Houston area has its own reliable options:

Mazajj Organic Coffee pairs organic Yemeni coffee with the Dubai chocolate bar  a combination that has gone viral on its own. They operate two locations: the Uptown Galleria and the Katy Mason Road outpost.

Cupcake Novelties, based in Richmond, TX, serves the Katy, Sugar Land, and Memorial areas with handcrafted Belgian chocolate Dubai bars and truffles. Custom packaging for corporate gifts, birthdays, and events is available. They also offer nationwide USA shipping, with free ground shipping on orders over $120.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the best Dubai chocolate bar in Houston?
Cacao & Cardamom (Uptown/Westheimer), Mostly Chocolate (Spring Branch), and Royal Roastery USA (Westheimer) consistently rank as the top spots based on local reviews and media coverage.

How much does a Dubai chocolate bar cost in Houston?
Prices typically start at $20 per bar. At Cupcake Novelties, Dubai chocolate truffles are available at $32/dozen. Specialty bars with more elaborate designs or fillings may cost more.

Where can I find Dubai chocolate bars near Katy, TX?
Mazajj Organic Coffee (Mason Rd, Katy), Cupcake Novelties (Richmond, TX), and Samar Cake (Katy, TX) are the most reliable options in the Katy area.

What are Dubai chocolate strawberries, and where can I find them in Houston?
Dubai chocolate strawberries are fresh strawberries coated or layered with pistachio butter, shredded phyllo, and chocolate. Suzie’s Pastry Shoppe, ChocolatZeina, and Royal Roastery USA all offer versions in Houston.

Can I order Dubai chocolate bars online from Houston shops?
Yes. Cupcake Novelties offers nationwide shipping with free ground shipping on orders over $120. Express shipping is recommended during summer months to prevent melting.

What is kataifi pastry and where can I buy it in Houston?
Kataifi is a thin, shredded phyllo pastry dough. It can be found at Middle Eastern grocery stores across Houston (such as Phoenicia Specialty Foods) or purchased dried online from brands like Sweetifi for around $8.

What happened to The Chocolate Bar restaurant in Houston?
The original Chocolate Bar, a Houston dessert institution, has closed its locations. The gap has been filled by a new generation of artisan chocolate shops, many of which now specialize in Dubai chocolate-inspired desserts.