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Buddha Bar

Grosvernor House Dubai | Al Sofouh road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
971 4 317 6000
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Ranked #22 of 5,369 restaurants in Dubai
Cuisines: Asian
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Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Description: The Buddha-Bar is legendary, its awesome spectacle instantly promising guests an evening of pure theater and pure pleasure.
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Melbourne, Australia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

What a wonderful all round experience. The food, ridiculously good especially the black cod and the crispy chicken salad. The service is impeccable. The giant gold Buddha is beautifully imposing. I can't wait to go back!!

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

everything you need you will find it there.., i enjoy with all my friends and family.., i love the time i was there.

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See 27 more reviews by Waleed H for Dubai
Paris
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24 reviews 24 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

A nice place to grab a drink in a city where consuming alcohol is not possible in restaurants. The music is good, the drinks are great, however I haven't tasted the food. It's a trendy place that get really crowded. Careful, for the few of us Europeans no longer used to smoking in bars... Definitely doesn't apply here... Two cigar... More

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See 11 more reviews by Tripaddict974 for Dubai
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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44 reviews 44 reviews
29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Food is excellent. Excellent location. Very lively place. Service is fantastic. Total value for money.

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See 28 more reviews by Abhishek P for Dubai
North Wales, Pennsylvania
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35 reviews 35 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

In fairness - probably down to my age. £8 a small bottle of beer - gave the equivalent of a tenner and never saw the barman again. Stupidly loud music and full of people smoking. Got out as quickly as possible

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See 2 more reviews by Teejay12391 for Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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89 reviews 89 reviews
54 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

If you are looking for a place where to eat something, this is not the right place at all. The place is really beautiful, with good and very kind stuff, but the food is inedible, plastic horrible food, super-fried, no tasty, and the list goes on and on.

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See 26 more reviews by CesarAlonso for Dubai
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18 reviews 18 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Food and drinks was very good but extremely overpriced. However, I would for sure return to this place if I get the chance.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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30 reviews 30 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

if you are looking for a place to chill out indoors ...with friends over a few drinks, this is a good place,buzzing with a lively crowd. Can get quite crowded though, so not quite for the romantic! The buddhas around add to the atmosphere ....and ofcourse the "with it" crowd. Get in early over weekends to avoid the traffic.

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See 15 more reviews by mschats for Dubai
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28 reviews 28 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Booking essential for a decent table for dining overlooking the Marina walk (Easter Holiday) Great service from Julian and the team. Received a text an hour before confirming the booking and welcoming you to the Buddha Bar. Menu range and choice is excellent as is the wine selection. Tom Yum Soup and Mixed Dumpling starters were beautiful (£16 each). Main... More

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See 10 more reviews by Twatsons1 for Dubai
London, United Kingdom
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42 reviews 42 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Been a couple of times and the first time, it was electric. Great music, food and ambiance. Second time it seemed a little quiet! Nevertheless, great food and chill place to hang out. The music is EXCELLENT

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