Skyline views
The outdoor seating frames downtown and the Burj Khalifa, while indoor floor-to-ceiling views work well in hot weather.
Bar - S Bar
Business Bay
S Bar is a sky-lobby bar on the 71st floor of SLS Hotel in Business Bay, known for its city and Burj Khalifa views. Visitors come for sunset drinks, bar bites and a relaxed afternoon tea with sweet and savoury items.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
164 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Afternoon tea
Afternoon tea is praised for fresh sweet and savoury items, including sandwiches, scones and pastries, with polished presentation.
Cocktail craft
Customers highlight the signature cocktails, including a Bellini described as the best one they had experienced.
Japanese bites
The sushi selection and Japanese small plates receive strong mentions, with one guest finding a sashimi platter and rolls tasty and generously sized.
Calm setting
The high ceilings, gentle music and contemporary design create a setting that suits both conversation and a quiet drink.
Helpful team
One customer reported that two waiters found and returned a lost necklace, a reassuring example of attentive conduct.
What to Eat at Bar - S Bar 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 Bar - S Bar, 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.
These items at Bar - S Bar got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 8
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Crab tacos Net +2
“I suggest you try the salmon tartare served in 🥑 and also the crab tacos.”
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“I suggest you try the salmon tartare served in 🥑 and also the crab tacos.”July 2022
“Must haves are definitely the wagyu tartar and the crab tacos —Just wow!”July 2022
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Chicken katsu sandwich Net +1
“Tried Sashimi platter, chicken katsu sandwich, shrimp cocktail rolls and unagi rolls. All dishes were delicious and tasty and big enough. Price also was acceptable compared with quality of dishes.”
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“Tried Sashimi platter, chicken katsu sandwich, shrimp cocktail rolls and unagi rolls. All dishes were delicious and tasty and big enough. Price also was acceptable compared with quality of dishes.”October 2025
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Omar odili kunafa Net +1
“We went there during Ramadan and we tried Omar Odili Kunafa it was a great experience.”
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“We went there during Ramadan and we tried Omar Odili Kunafa it was a great experience.”March 2025
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Salmon tartare served in 🥑 Net +1
“I suggest you try the salmon tartare served in 🥑 and also the crab tacos.”
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Review excerpts
“I suggest you try the salmon tartare served in 🥑 and also the crab tacos.”July 2022
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Sashimi platter Net +1
“Tried Sashimi platter, chicken katsu sandwich, shrimp cocktail rolls and unagi rolls. All dishes were delicious and tasty and big enough. Price also was acceptable compared with quality of dishes.”
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Review excerpts
“Tried Sashimi platter, chicken katsu sandwich, shrimp cocktail rolls and unagi rolls. All dishes were delicious and tasty and big enough. Price also was acceptable compared with quality of dishes.”October 2025
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Shrimp cocktail rolls Net +1
“Tried Sashimi platter, chicken katsu sandwich, shrimp cocktail rolls and unagi rolls. All dishes were delicious and tasty and big enough. Price also was acceptable compared with quality of dishes.”
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“Tried Sashimi platter, chicken katsu sandwich, shrimp cocktail rolls and unagi rolls. All dishes were delicious and tasty and big enough. Price also was acceptable compared with quality of dishes.”October 2025
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Unagi rolls Net +1
“Tried Sashimi platter, chicken katsu sandwich, shrimp cocktail rolls and unagi rolls. All dishes were delicious and tasty and big enough. Price also was acceptable compared with quality of dishes.”
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Review excerpts
“Tried Sashimi platter, chicken katsu sandwich, shrimp cocktail rolls and unagi rolls. All dishes were delicious and tasty and big enough. Price also was acceptable compared with quality of dishes.”October 2025
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Wagyu tartar Net +1
“Must haves are definitely the wagyu tartar and the crab tacos —Just wow!”
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Review excerpts
“Must haves are definitely the wagyu tartar and the crab tacos —Just wow!”July 2022
Drinks 5
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New afternoon tea Net +2
“✨ We tried the new afternoon tea and it was absolutely lovely a thoughtful selection of delicate sandwiches freshly baked scones, and elegant pastries, all beautifully presented. The flavors were refined and balanced making it a perfect afternoon treat”
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“✨ We tried the new afternoon tea and it was absolutely lovely a thoughtful selection of delicate sandwiches freshly baked scones, and elegant pastries, all beautifully presented. The flavors were refined and balanced making it a perfect afternoon treat”October 2025
“The afternoon tea was great, with a good mix of sweet and savory items, all fresh and tasty. Everything was well presented and enjoyable big thanks to Ikram and Yassine for their kind and friendly service—they made us feel very welcome.”May 2026
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Bellini Net +1
“Also worth mentioning that I had the best Bellini of my life here.”
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“Also worth mentioning that I had the best Bellini of my life here.”July 2022
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Draft beer Net +1
“The draft beer is a must, great taste. Great staff, Sushmita is a sweetheart ❤️”
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“The draft beer is a must, great taste. Great staff, Sushmita is a sweetheart ❤️”September 2025
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Prosecco Net +1
“I personally loved the place, high ceilings, beautiful and chic design and amazing customer service, definitely a great place for a glass of Prosecco, the views are spectacular”
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“I personally loved the place, high ceilings, beautiful and chic design and amazing customer service, definitely a great place for a glass of Prosecco, the views are spectacular”June 2022
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Spanish latte Net +1
“The Spanish Latte was absolutely perfect.”
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“The Spanish Latte was absolutely perfect.”February 2025
What to Avoid (3)
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Sushi nigiri Net −1
“Every time i have to send sushi back, as what i getting is different from what i’ve ordered 🤦🏼♀️ if it is says sushi with cream cheese and salmon- there r no cream cheese, or sushi with avocado and salmon- there r no avocado, or sushi nigiri- u ll be serving sushi with meat 🤦🏼♀️ And last time my friend and I came there for drinks, i had 2 cocktails.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Every time i have to send sushi back, as what i getting is different from what i’ve ordered 🤦🏼♀️ if it is says sushi with cream cheese and salmon- there r no cream cheese, or sushi with avocado and salmon- there r no avocado, or sushi nigiri- u ll be serving sushi with meat 🤦🏼♀️ And last time my friend and I came there for drinks, i had 2 cocktails.”April 2023
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Sushi with avocado and salmon Net −1
“Every time i have to send sushi back, as what i getting is different from what i’ve ordered 🤦🏼♀️ if it is says sushi with cream cheese and salmon- there r no cream cheese, or sushi with avocado and salmon- there r no avocado, or sushi nigiri- u ll be serving sushi with meat 🤦🏼♀️ And last time my friend and I came there for drinks, i had 2 cocktails.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Every time i have to send sushi back, as what i getting is different from what i’ve ordered 🤦🏼♀️ if it is says sushi with cream cheese and salmon- there r no cream cheese, or sushi with avocado and salmon- there r no avocado, or sushi nigiri- u ll be serving sushi with meat 🤦🏼♀️ And last time my friend and I came there for drinks, i had 2 cocktails.”April 2023
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Sushi with cream cheese and salmon Net −1
“Every time i have to send sushi back, as what i getting is different from what i’ve ordered 🤦🏼♀️ if it is says sushi with cream cheese and salmon- there r no cream cheese, or sushi with avocado and salmon- there r no avocado, or sushi nigiri- u ll be serving sushi with meat 🤦🏼♀️ And last time my friend and I came there for drinks, i had 2 cocktails.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Every time i have to send sushi back, as what i getting is different from what i’ve ordered 🤦🏼♀️ if it is says sushi with cream cheese and salmon- there r no cream cheese, or sushi with avocado and salmon- there r no avocado, or sushi nigiri- u ll be serving sushi with meat 🤦🏼♀️ And last time my friend and I came there for drinks, i had 2 cocktails.”April 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Book ahead. Make a reservation before visiting; one reviewer specifically advises booking, especially for a date or sunset outing.
Time sunset. Arrive about 30 minutes before sunset to watch downtown transition from daylight to its evening lights.
Ask deals. Ask for the separate happy-hour drinks menu; reviews place weekday deals around the early evening.
Check valet. If you are planning a long afternoon tea celebration, check the valet limit first; one review found three hours restrictive.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marasi Dr
Business Bay, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Slow service
Several reviews describe long waits; one guest waited almost an hour for two drinks and a salad despite few customers.
Staff visibility
Service can become difficult to access, with customers reporting that staff disappeared or were hard to flag down.
Limited menu
Some visitors find the food selection narrow, with small portions and fewer choices than expected.
Seating disputes
A review says single guests sometimes occupied four to six seats, creating frustration under the stated first-come, first-served policy.
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The Bottom Line
S Bar is a 71st-floor sky-lobby bar in Business Bay where the main draw is the outlook over downtown and the Burj Khalifa. It works particularly well for a sunset drink, a relaxed date or an occasion that benefits from a polished setting. Outdoor tables deliver the clearest view, while the indoor area keeps the skyline visible in air conditioning.
There is more to order than drinks. Reviews mention afternoon tea with fresh sandwiches, scones and pastries, Japanese choices such as the sashimi platter and unagi rolls, and bar favourites including wagyu tartar and crab tacos. Signature cocktails also receive praise, and weekday happy hour is a useful value option; one review mentions Tuesday ladies’ night at 100 aed for three drinks.
Service is not completely consistent. Some guests describe warm, attentive care, but others waited nearly an hour for simple orders or struggled to find staff. Food portions and menu choice can feel limited, and one visitor reported confusion over seating when tables were occupied by single guests.
Book ahead, arrive around 30 minutes before sunset, and ask for the separate happy-hour menu. For afternoon tea, check the three-hour valet limit before settling in.