Skyline views
The high-floor terrace gives diners memorable Burj Khalifa and Downtown views, especially after dark.
Babiole Dubai
Business Bay
Babiole is a Greek-Mediterranean restaurant on level 44 of Hilton Al Habtoor City in Business Bay. Reviews point to fresh seafood, dishes such as salmon with risotto, and a rooftop setting with striking Burj Khalifa and Downtown views, alongside DJ-led evening energy.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
840 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Seafood dishes
Reviews specifically praise the burrata, prawns, salmon tartare, salmon with risotto, and fresh seafood quality.
Lively music
DJs create an upbeat dinner atmosphere, with some guests dancing after their meal.
Attentive service
Several reviews describe careful, professional service, including staff anticipating small needs before being asked.
Vegetarian choice
The gnocchi was a standout for one vegetarian diner, who was also impressed by the number of meat-free options.
Relaxed brunch
The brunch has been described as calm rather than party-focused, making it suitable for catching up over food and drinks.
What to Eat at Babiole Dubai How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Babiole Dubai, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Babiole Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Burrata Net +2
“I enjoyed their burrata, shrimps for appetizer.”
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“I enjoyed their burrata, shrimps for appetizer.”August 2022
“The food was 10/10! Beautifully presented, flavorful and made with fresh ingredients. I enjoyed every dish what we ordered - burrata, prawns and salmon tartare were really good!”April 2026
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Salmon tartare Net +2
“The food was 10/10! Beautifully presented, flavorful and made with fresh ingredients. I enjoyed every dish what we ordered - burrata, prawns and salmon tartare were really good!”
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“The food was 10/10! Beautifully presented, flavorful and made with fresh ingredients. I enjoyed every dish what we ordered - burrata, prawns and salmon tartare were really good!”April 2026
“I tried the salmon tartar and it was incredibly fresh, light, and beautifully presented – a real highlight for seafood lovers.”August 2025
Honorable mentions (19)
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Beef tartare Net +1
“Kids' first experience of beef tartare, i was left dumbfounded when they wanted my portion too.”
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“Kids' first experience of beef tartare, i was left dumbfounded when they wanted my portion too.”June 2023
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Brunch Net +1
“We had such a wonderful time at the brunch. It is not a crazy party vibe, but was just the relaxed kind of atmosphere with great food and drinks to catch up with friends. I cannot say enough for the staff that helped us, they were attentive without being overwhelming and bent over backwards for us. The food was all so tasty and I loved the set menu option.”
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“We had such a wonderful time at the brunch. It is not a crazy party vibe, but was just the relaxed kind of atmosphere with great food and drinks to catch up with friends. I cannot say enough for the staff that helped us, they were attentive without being overwhelming and bent over backwards for us. The food was all so tasty and I loved the set menu option.”September 2025
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Carpaccio Net +1
“I loved the carpaccio, and the risotto was good, though it could have used a bit more flavor.”
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“I loved the carpaccio, and the risotto was good, though it could have used a bit more flavor.”August 2024
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Gnocchi Net +1
“As a vegetarian, I was really impressed by how many options they had — the gnocchi was my absolute favourite.”
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“As a vegetarian, I was really impressed by how many options they had — the gnocchi was my absolute favourite.”May 2025
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Hummus Net +1
“Culinary Delights is an absolute gem. Every dish was beautifully executed and full of flavor — the pesto gnocchi was rich and perfectly balanced, the hummus incredibly smooth and fresh, and the sea bass cooked to perfection.”
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“Culinary Delights is an absolute gem. Every dish was beautifully executed and full of flavor — the pesto gnocchi was rich and perfectly balanced, the hummus incredibly smooth and fresh, and the sea bass cooked to perfection.”March 2026
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Oyters Net +1
“Best oyters i've ever had (not kidding, these were from France).”
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“Best oyters i've ever had (not kidding, these were from France).”February 2026
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Pesto gnocchi Net +1
“Culinary Delights is an absolute gem. Every dish was beautifully executed and full of flavor — the pesto gnocchi was rich and perfectly balanced, the hummus incredibly smooth and fresh, and the sea bass cooked to perfection.”
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“Culinary Delights is an absolute gem. Every dish was beautifully executed and full of flavor — the pesto gnocchi was rich and perfectly balanced, the hummus incredibly smooth and fresh, and the sea bass cooked to perfection.”March 2026
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Portofino lobster Net +1
“The Portofino Lobster was indulgent and packed with flavor, the creamy bisque sauce pairing perfectly with tender lobster pieces.”
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“The Portofino Lobster was indulgent and packed with flavor, the creamy bisque sauce pairing perfectly with tender lobster pieces.”August 2025
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Prawns Net +1
“The food was 10/10! Beautifully presented, flavorful and made with fresh ingredients. I enjoyed every dish what we ordered - burrata, prawns and salmon tartare were really good!”
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“The food was 10/10! Beautifully presented, flavorful and made with fresh ingredients. I enjoyed every dish what we ordered - burrata, prawns and salmon tartare were really good!”April 2026
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Risotto Net +1
“I loved the carpaccio, and the risotto was good, though it could have used a bit more flavor.”
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“I loved the carpaccio, and the risotto was good, though it could have used a bit more flavor.”August 2024
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Salmon with risotto Net +1
“My main course was salmon with risotto which was asp very tasty.”
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“My main course was salmon with risotto which was asp very tasty.”April 2026
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Sea bass Net +1
“Culinary Delights is an absolute gem. Every dish was beautifully executed and full of flavor — the pesto gnocchi was rich and perfectly balanced, the hummus incredibly smooth and fresh, and the sea bass cooked to perfection.”
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“Culinary Delights is an absolute gem. Every dish was beautifully executed and full of flavor — the pesto gnocchi was rich and perfectly balanced, the hummus incredibly smooth and fresh, and the sea bass cooked to perfection.”March 2026
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Sea bass with risotto Net +1
“The food is outstanding, very well cooked and beautifully presented. The sea bass with risotto was 10/10!”
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“The food is outstanding, very well cooked and beautifully presented. The sea bass with risotto was 10/10!”May 2025
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Seafood paella Net +1
“The seafood paella, though not as the original, i thought was done well, to my liking.”
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“The seafood paella, though not as the original, i thought was done well, to my liking.”June 2023
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Seafood spaghetti Net +1
“We had a fantastic time dining at Babiole restaurant. I couldn’t recommend the truffle pizza and seafood spaghetti enough. Everything we tried was so tasty.”
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“We had a fantastic time dining at Babiole restaurant. I couldn’t recommend the truffle pizza and seafood spaghetti enough. Everything we tried was so tasty.”April 2025
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Strawberry cheesecake Net +1
“Strawberry cheesecake was lovely.”
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“Strawberry cheesecake was lovely.”June 2023
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Strawberry éclairs Net +1
“The desserts were just as impressive, especially the strawberry éclairs — light, delicate, and utterly delicious.”
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“The desserts were just as impressive, especially the strawberry éclairs — light, delicate, and utterly delicious.”March 2026
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Truffle pizza Net +1
“We had a fantastic time dining at Babiole restaurant. I couldn’t recommend the truffle pizza and seafood spaghetti enough. Everything we tried was so tasty.”
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“We had a fantastic time dining at Babiole restaurant. I couldn’t recommend the truffle pizza and seafood spaghetti enough. Everything we tried was so tasty.”April 2025
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195 Menu Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“I enjoyed the food and chose the 195 menu; the portions were generous.”
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What to Avoid (1)
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Brownies Net −1
“The brownies was too sweet though, perhaps would pair really well with espresso.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The brownies was too sweet though, perhaps would pair really well with espresso.”June 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Check ladies night. Look up the current Ladies Night offering before booking, as reviewers specifically mention it as a reason to visit.
Consider brunch. For a quieter catch-up, choose brunch rather than a high-energy evening; a reviewer liked its relaxed atmosphere and set menu.
Post-show stop. Babiole can work for snacks and a quick drink after La Perle, when you may also avoid the crowd leaving the show.
Expect music. If you want a quiet dinner, check the evening entertainment first: DJs and dancing are recurring parts of the atmosphere.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Hilton Dubai, Al Habtoor City - 44 Sheikh Zayed Rd
Business Bay, Dubai
| Mon | 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | Closed |
| Thu | 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | Closed |
Common Concerns
Pricey cocktails
One guest enjoyed the cocktails but felt they were expensive.
Value concern
A terrace diner found the food merely acceptable and considered it expensive for what was served.
Uneven risotto
One review liked the risotto overall but thought it needed stronger flavour.
Service lapse
A guest using a meal voucher said the table was forgotten, although the restaurant was otherwise praised for its appearance and view.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
265 dirhams
appetizer, main course, dessert and unlimited champagne
“I first came to this place on Friday evening and took advantage of the offer for 265 dirhams: appetizer, main course, dessert and unlimited champagne”Google review · August 2024
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The Bottom Line
Babiole is a Greek-Mediterranean restaurant on the 44th floor of Hilton Al Habtoor City in Business Bay, with the Burj Khalifa and Downtown skyline as its main draw. You can come for a full dinner, a relaxed brunch, or simply snacks and cocktails after a La Perle show. The rooftop and terrace setting suits date nights, celebrations and dinners with friends.
The menu has several review-backed highlights. Guests mention salmon tartare, prawns, sea bass with risotto, pesto gnocchi, truffle pizza and Portofino Lobster; one diner also called the French oysters the best they had tried. Portions were described as generous in some reviews, while presentation and fresh seafood receive consistent praise.
Evenings are stylish and energetic rather than purely hushed. DJs provide the soundtrack, and some guests danced after dinner, while brunch was described as more relaxed for catching up. The view is especially memorable at sunset and after dark, so timing your reservation around it is worthwhile.
Value is not uniformly praised: cocktails were called pricey, and one terrace diner felt the food was expensive for its quality. A separate voucher guest reported being forgotten, so keep an eye on service if using a promotional meal. Check current Ladies Night and set-menu details before booking.