Bar des Prés

Name: Bar des Prés
Address: ICD Brookfield Place - 51st Floor, DIFC, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97144981616

DIFC

Restaurant Open now 04 498 1616

Bar des Prés is a French-Asian restaurant in DIFC by Chef Cyril Lignac, pairing a polished, lively setting with skyline views. Reviews point to the business lunch as a practical introduction, while dinner guests return for dishes such as black cod, gyozas and the vanilla mille-feuille.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

293 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Skyline views

The high-floor setting gives diners expansive Dubai views, with several reviews calling them a highlight of the experience.

Business lunch

The weekday business lunch is praised for well-timed courses and good value, making it a strong choice for a work meal.

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What to Eat at Bar des Prés

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Bar des Prés, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 6

Black cod Net +4

“The black cod as a main course was fresh, well cooked and tasty.”
Vanilla mash Net +4

“But the vanilla mash completely blew my mind — compliments to the chefs for such an unforgettable dish.”
Mille-feuille dessert Net +3

“To top it off, the mille-feuille dessert was absolutely divine, an absolute must-try.”
French fries Net +2

“French fries 9/10”
Marinated rice Net +2

“Marinated rice 10/10”
Tuna crunchy galette yuzu Net +2

“For appetizers, I loved the Tuna crunchy galette yuzu. This reminded me Akira Back Tuna pizza dishes.”

Honorable mentions (34)

Apple tart Net +1

“As you can see tried varies dishes, but those are my must try’s: chutoro, avocado salad, shrimp salad, gyoza, vanilla mashed potatoes & apple tart as dessert! Their ginger ale is lovely as a drink too!”
Avocado salad Net +1

“As you can see tried varies dishes, but those are my must try’s: chutoro, avocado salad, shrimp salad, gyoza, vanilla mashed potatoes & apple tart as dessert! Their ginger ale is lovely as a drink too!”
Bar des prés wagyu smash burger Net +1

“The highlight of the evening was clearly the Bar Des Prés Wagyu Smash Burger (9.5/10) — one of Dubai’s best. Perfectly seared patties with well-balanced toppings made this dish outstanding.”
Beef fillet Net +1

“I loved the beef fillet with a very special crust full of flavors.”
Beef gyozas Net +1

“When it comes to the food, some dishes lived up to my expectations, such as the crunchy tuna galette, the beef gyozas and the sushi (even though mine came without ginger or wasabi), whilst some other dishes left me rather unsatisfied, such as the chicken satay which was dry in my opinion and a bit bland, the pineapple juice that didn’t taste like pineapple, and the mille feuille, which was tasty but so unbalanced as it lacked cream compared to the feuilletage.”
Beef satay Net +1

“The beef satay is to die for.”
Burger Net +1

“Even the burger is extremely well executed.”
California roll Net +1

“The California roll was flawless, the Portobello mushroom appetizer was packed with rich, earthy flavors, and the meringue dessert Absolutely heavenly! 🧁”
Chocolate biscuit with hazelnut ice-cream Net +1

“The chocolate biscuit with hazelnut ice-cream was well presented and delicious.”
Chocolate souffle Net +1

“Chocolate souffle 10/10”
Chutoro Net +1

“As you can see tried varies dishes, but those are my must try’s: chutoro, avocado salad, shrimp salad, gyoza, vanilla mashed potatoes & apple tart as dessert! Their ginger ale is lovely as a drink too!”
Crab galette Net +1

“The crab galette is amazing.”
Ginger ale Net +1

“As you can see tried varies dishes, but those are my must try’s: chutoro, avocado salad, shrimp salad, gyoza, vanilla mashed potatoes & apple tart as dessert! Their ginger ale is lovely as a drink too!”
Grey goose bloody marys Net +1

“While the Grey Goose Bloody Marys were a standout, the overall value for the set menu was below expectations, notably in terms of the small seafood platter.”
Gyoza Net +1

“As you can see tried varies dishes, but those are my must try’s: chutoro, avocado salad, shrimp salad, gyoza, vanilla mashed potatoes & apple tart as dessert! Their ginger ale is lovely as a drink too!”
Hazelnut cream Net +1

“The dessert, if you loved Hazelnut go directly for the Hazelnut cream.”
Japanese wagyu tartare maki Net +1

“The Japanese Wagyu Tartare Maki (8/10) offered a nice touch of pesto that complemented the richness of the wagyu beautifully.”
Japatini Net +1

“The evening began with the non-alcoholic Japatini (8/10) — a refreshing and well-balanced blend of mango, yuzu, and citrus notes, setting a pleasant tone for the meal.”
Lamb Net +1

“The lamb was absolutely outstanding – cooked to perfection and full of flavour.”
Lamb chop with teriyaki sauce Net +1

“The lamb chop with teriyaki sauce was Marvellous Marvellous Marvellous perfectly made. If you don’t order it you will miss it all.”
Meringue dessert Net +1

“The California roll was flawless, the Portobello mushroom appetizer was packed with rich, earthy flavors, and the meringue dessert Absolutely heavenly! 🧁”
Mizu loma Net +1

“In the evening, the highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the drink I ordered it’s name is Mizu Loma, it was innovative, perfectly balanced, and absolutely delicious.”
Otoro sushi Net +1

“The Otoro Sushi (8/10) showcased high-quality tuna, though it was slightly over-torched, masking some of its natural richness, yet a good dish.”
Portobello mushroom appetizer Net +1

“The California roll was flawless, the Portobello mushroom appetizer was packed with rich, earthy flavors, and the meringue dessert Absolutely heavenly! 🧁”
Raspberry pavlova dessert Net +1

“To top it off, the raspberry pavlova dessert was incredible – the perfect way to end the evening.”
Salmon tiradito Net +1

“The standout from the cold starters was the Salmon Tiradito (8.5/10), which delivered a vibrant and well-balanced combination of tosazu jelly, ponzu, and yuzu pepper.”
Seabass Net +1

“As main courses, I strongly recommend the Seabass, the vanilla mashed potatoes.”
Shrimp salad Net +1

“As you can see tried varies dishes, but those are my must try’s: chutoro, avocado salad, shrimp salad, gyoza, vanilla mashed potatoes & apple tart as dessert! Their ginger ale is lovely as a drink too!”
Signature crab avocado Net +1

“High quality dishes, with alot of flavor. The signature crab avocado is so refreshing.”
Steak Net +1

“Tried a few dishes overall the food was average, but the steak really stood out and was definitely the highlight of the night.”
Vanilla mille-feuille with pecan praline Net +1

“The meal concluded with the Vanilla Mille-Feuille with Pecan Praline (8.5/10) — featuring crisp layers and a smooth praline cream, closing the experience on a high note.”
Wagyu burger Net +1

“You can't go wrong with any of the dishes, and the wagyu burger is great.”
Crispy prawns Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Among the starters, the Crispy Prawns (7/10) were decent but lacked a standout element to elevate the dish.”
Crispy prawns salad Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“The Crispy Prawns Salad (7/10) and Crispy Rice with Tuna, Salmon & Yellowtail (7/10) provided good texture but fell slightly short on flavor depth.”

What to Avoid (6)

Food 5

Chicken satay Net −1

“When it comes to the food, some dishes lived up to my expectations, such as the crunchy tuna galette, the beef gyozas and the sushi (even though mine came without ginger or wasabi), whilst some other dishes left me rather unsatisfied, such as the chicken satay which was dry in my opinion and a bit bland, the pineapple juice that didn’t taste like pineapple, and the mille feuille, which was tasty but so unbalanced as it lacked cream compared to the feuilletage.”
Creamed bisque Net −1

“Howether the langoustine ravioli and the creamed bisque were tasteless.A basket of bread would have been appreciated.”
Crispy mushroom tart Net −1

“We chose the crispy mushroom tart as a starter. We were really disappointed as the dough was flat and soft due to undercooking.”
Langoustine ravioli Net −1

“Howether the langoustine ravioli and the creamed bisque were tasteless.A basket of bread would have been appreciated.”
Small seafood platter Net −1

“While the Grey Goose Bloody Marys were a standout, the overall value for the set menu was below expectations, notably in terms of the small seafood platter.”

Drinks 1

Pineapple juice Net −1

“When it comes to the food, some dishes lived up to my expectations, such as the crunchy tuna galette, the beef gyozas and the sushi (even though mine came without ginger or wasabi), whilst some other dishes left me rather unsatisfied, such as the chicken satay which was dry in my opinion and a bit bland, the pineapple juice that didn’t taste like pineapple, and the mille feuille, which was tasty but so unbalanced as it lacked cream compared to the feuilletage.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book ahead. Reserve during busy periods; one reviewer said the restaurant was fully booked on a Saturday night.

Try lunch. For better value, consider the weekday business lunch, which one review describes as three courses from 12pm to 3pm.

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Practical details

ICD Brookfield Place - 51st Floor

Zaa'beel Second - DIFC, Dubai

04 498 1616

Mon	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Tue	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Wed	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Fri	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun	1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Uneven cooking

Food quality is not completely consistent: one lunch review found the mushroom tart undercooked and the ravioli and bisque tasteless.

Slow service

A busy weekend visit involved a long wait for food, while another review reported an additional dish never arriving.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

155 AED

3 courses lunch

“The business lunch is a nice way to experience this wonderful place, during weekdays from 12pm to 3pm with 3 courses lunch for 155 AED”

Google review · January 2025

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The Bottom Line

Bar des Prés is a high-floor French-Asian restaurant in DIFC by Chef Cyril Lignac, with skyline views, a smart Paris-meets-Tokyo feel and a lively lounge edge. You can come for a weekday business lunch, a date-night dinner or late cocktails. The menu’s most discussed orders include black cod, beef gyozas, the wagyu smash burger and vanilla mille-feuille.

The setting is a major part of the appeal. Reviews describe elegant décor, a vibrant but comfortable atmosphere and views that make birthdays, anniversaries and first-time Dubai visits feel suitably special. Music was easy to talk over early in one evening, though another guest found it too loud for conversation, particularly in the lounge-style setting.

Food feedback is more mixed than the room and service feedback. The black cod, lamb, beef satay, gyozas and desserts receive repeated praise, but a business-lunch guest found the mushroom tart undercooked and the langoustine ravioli and bisque tasteless. Vegetarian choice is also limited.

Portions and dinner pricing drew criticism from some reviewers, while the business lunch was repeatedly described as good value. Book ahead at busy times, ask for a view or quieter corner, and consider valet parking. The weekday lunch was reported at 155 AED for three courses.