Barbar Business Bay

Name: Barbar Business Bay
Address: Business Bay - Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97145541376

Business Bay

Lebanese restaurant Open now 04 554 1376

Barbar Business Bay is a Lebanese restaurant in Business Bay serving street-food favourites such as chicken shawarma and freshly made manakish. It also has indoor and outdoor seating, including a terrace noted for its Burj Khalifa view.

Reputation Score

4.5

★★★★★

1,729 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Lebanese flavour

Reviews consistently point to fresh, generously portioned food with a distinctly Lebanese character.

Strong manakish

The cheese, zaatar and cocktail cheese-and-zaatar manakish received especially high praise for their crisp dough.

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What to Eat at Barbar Business Bay

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

Food 2

Chicken shawarma Net +3

“Shawarmas - The chicken shawarma was AMAZING, definitely one of the best I’ve had in a while. 5/5”
Fried chicken Net +2

“The fried chicken was very fresh and crispy without too much flour and yet had great flavor. The 4 piece meal came with bread, pickles, garlic sauce, fries, coleslaw and potato salad.”

Honorable mentions (41)

Manaqish Net +1

“The best Manaqish that I had in Dubai.”
Arabic shawarma wrapped in saj bread Net +1

“Excellent Lebanese cuisine. Broasted grilled chicken is mouth watering. Authentic Arabic Shawarma wrapped in saj bread makes it more delicious.”
Baba ghanouj Net +1

“Chicken Fajita and the ice cream are the standouts. Loved the Lebanese touch in every dish The baba ghanouj was SO Good”
Baked potato Net +1

“Baked Potato - I initially thought this was the same thing as potato slices served in other restaurants but I was wrong. It was just potato cut into pieces and baked as the name suggests. It tastes good though. 4/5”
Barbar bbq main dish Net +1

“Just tried Barbar Dubai at Bay Avenue, and it did not disappoint! The Barbar BBQ main dish was packed with flavor perfectly grilled and bursting with spices.”
Bbq platters Net +1

“Barbar is a true taste of Lebanon in the UAE! 🇱🇧 The tabbouleh is fresh and zesty, the shawarma is perfectly seasoned, and the BBQ platters are packed with flavor. From hot and cold mezza to sandwiches and wraps, every dish is a delight. Whether you’re craving authentic Lebanese classics or a quick, satisfying bite, Barbar never disappoints. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality Lebanese food!”
Broast chicken Net +1

“The broast chicken was definitely a highlight… super juicy with the perfect crunch 🤤🔥”
Broasted grilled chicken Net +1

“Excellent Lebanese cuisine. Broasted grilled chicken is mouth watering. Authentic Arabic Shawarma wrapped in saj bread makes it more delicious.”
Cheese rolls Net +1

“Cheese Rolls – 8/10 Crispy on the outside, melty cheese inside. Solid appetizer!”
Cheese zatar manakish Net +1

“Cheese zatar manakish - 4/5 Just enjoy this hot bread as is. Recommended”
Chicken avocado salad Net +1

“They had a bunch of new salads, to name a few; Chicken Shawarma Salad and Chicken Avocado Salad. We tried both of those and order a ton of food from the Hummus to Chicken Shawarmas and a Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich.”
Chicken fajita Net +1

“Chicken Fajita and the ice cream are the standouts. Loved the Lebanese touch in every dish The baba ghanouj was SO Good”
Chicken shawarma arabic bread Net +1

“The food - I got the chicken shawarma in both the arabic bread and the samoon bread. Loved both of them!! The samoon version was filled to the max with chicken which I really appreciated. Pls do ask for extra garlic in the shawarmas (thanks to the previous reviewers for this tip).”
Chicken shawarma salad Net +1

“They had a bunch of new salads, to name a few; Chicken Shawarma Salad and Chicken Avocado Salad. We tried both of those and order a ton of food from the Hummus to Chicken Shawarmas and a Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich.”
Chicken shawarma samoon bread Net +1

“The food - I got the chicken shawarma in both the arabic bread and the samoon bread. Loved both of them!! The samoon version was filled to the max with chicken which I really appreciated. Pls do ask for extra garlic in the shawarmas (thanks to the previous reviewers for this tip).”
Chicken sub Net +1

“As always, Barbar never fails to deliver the best food, best service, and best staff. Starting with the food: 1- the amazing chicken Sub was super delicious.”
Chicken sub (without corn, add mozzarella) Net +1

“Chicken Sub (Without Corn, Add Mozzarella) – 7/10 Cheesy, filling, and tasty.”
Chicken tawouk sandwich Net +1

“Chicken Tawouk Sandwich – 7/10 Good, but the Riyadh branch does it slightly better. In terms of chicken level of consumption cooking.”
Classic shawarma Net +1

“The classic shawarma is pretty decent. And I do think it's worth the price. Is it super special? Not really. But for my palate, it ticked all the right boxes.”
Daily dish Net +1

“Diab suggested the daily dish, and honestly it was exactly what I was craving — something simple and home-style, like homemade food. Everything was fresh and comforting, and the service was quick and friendly.”
Dubai chocolate merry cream Net +1

“Ofcourse, we ended our night with dessert. They had a new icecream called the “Dubai Chocolate Merry Cream” which is like the Dubai Viral Chocolate and that was the cherry on the top!!”
Falafel Net +1

“The falafel is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside—perfectly done.”
Falafel plate Net +1

“I tried their chicken shawarma, hummus Beiruty, and falafel plate, and everything was flavorful, authentic, and made fresh.”
Fattoush Net +1

“The fattoush was fresh, hummus creamy, margarita pizza cheesy, and the open shawarma packed with flavor.”
Ferek meat Net +1

“The Ferek meat was another standout tender, rich, and beautifully seasoned.”
Fish filler shawarma Net +1

“Highly recommend the fish filler shawarma and new chicken. I’ll definitely be coming back for more!”
Francisco (without soya sauce) Net +1

“Francisco (Without Soya Sauce) – 8.5/10 Nice sandwich, one of my favorite, but I prefer the texture of the bread and flavor of the one in Riyadh a bit more,”
Hindbeh Net +1

“3- Super delicious Hindbeh.”
Hummus beiruty Net +1

“I tried their chicken shawarma, hummus Beiruty, and falafel plate, and everything was flavorful, authentic, and made fresh.”
Lebanese shawarma Net +1

“Do try their Lebanese Shawarma & Manaqish. The food was amazing.”
Lentil soup Net +1

“We started with the lentil soup.. creamy, rich, and really comforting ✨”
Merry cream Net +1

“Their merry cream is huge and soooo good!”
Mix grill platter Net +1

“Best spot if you are looking for a labanese food. Their grill and shawarma both taste good. Mutton and chicken is so juicy. I suggest their mix grill platter and chicken shawarma. Beef shawarma not recommended. Overall 9/10.”
New chicken Net +1

“Highly recommend the fish filler shawarma and new chicken. I’ll definitely be coming back for more!”
Open shawarma Net +1

“The fattoush was fresh, hummus creamy, margarita pizza cheesy, and the open shawarma packed with flavor.”
Saj shawarma Net +1

“Their shawarma is to die for and you habe to try the saj shawarma as it s so full and big and unbelievably addictive!”
Signature falafel Net +1

“I also tried their signature falafel, which was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside—truly some of the best I've had in Dubai.”
Small falafel platter Net +1

“Small Falafel Platter – 10/10 Crispy and flavorful. Honestly better than the one in Riyadh – fresh and perfectly seasoned.”
Tabbouleh Net +1

“Barbar is a true taste of Lebanon in the UAE! 🇱🇧 The tabbouleh is fresh and zesty, the shawarma is perfectly seasoned, and the BBQ platters are packed with flavor. From hot and cold mezza to sandwiches and wraps, every dish is a delight. Whether you’re craving authentic Lebanese classics or a quick, satisfying bite, Barbar never disappoints. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality Lebanese food!”
Kharouf mehshe Net 0

Mixed feedback

“Amazing 🤩 food and service best location 📍 try kharouf mehshe its amazing 💗💗ask about ali hes great”
Francisco Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Francisco - 3/5 Cream chicken chunks in yoghurt sauce and lettuce in a sub type roll was strictly ok & quite bland.”

Drinks 3

Avocado shake Net +1

“The food was so good, fresh, delicious. I love avocado shake. Fried chicken was so tender. I love grilled barbecue at Barbar, so juicy 😍”
Cocktail cheese & zaatar manakish Net +1

“Cocktail Cheese & Zaatar Manakish – 9.5/10 Perfect balance of cheese and zaatar, with a light, crisp dough. One of the best manakish I’ve had.”
Margarita pizza Net +1

“The fattoush was fresh, hummus creamy, margarita pizza cheesy, and the open shawarma packed with flavor.”

What to Avoid (4)

Food 4

Arabic chicken shawarma Net −1

“I ordered the Arabic chicken shawarma and ate two pieces. After that, I noticed the food didn’t smell fresh, and unfortunately, I ended up with food poisoning. This experience was really disappointing.”
Falafel sandwich Net −1

“Also had the falafel sandwich and the meat pies for take away. The falafel sandwich felt gigantic tbh. The taste was okayish. Found the parsley to be overwhelming and wasn't a fan of some of the veggies inside.”
Moutabal Net −1

“Moutabal – Smooth, creamy, and well-seasoned. I’ll not order it again.”
Beef shawarma Net −2

“Best spot if you are looking for a labanese food. Their grill and shawarma both taste good. Mutton and chicken is so juicy. I suggest their mix grill platter and chicken shawarma. Beef shawarma not recommended. Overall 9/10.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Add garlic. Ask for extra garlic in the shawarma; one reviewer found the sandwiches better with it.

Choose chicken. Choose chicken shawarma over beef if you want the option most consistently praised in these reviews.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Business Bay - Dubai

Business Bay, Dubai

04 554 1376

Mon	7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Tue	7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Wed	7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Thu	7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Fri	7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sat	7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sun	7:00 AM – 2:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Price concerns

Some diners feel the prices are high for the portion size or perceived food and service quality.

Uneven waits

One visit involved a 30-minute shawarma wait and a further 20 minutes for manakish, with both arriving cold.

Customer-reported prices

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

10AED

parking for an hour

“We paid 10AED for an hour”

Google review · July 2024

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The Bottom Line

Barbar Business Bay is a Lebanese street-food restaurant in Business Bay, with a broad menu that covers shawarma, manakish, mezza, grills and fried chicken. The clearest crowd-pleasers are chicken shawarma, cheese-and-zaatar manakish, falafel and ice cream. Chicken fajita and broasted chicken also received specific praise, so there is more here than a quick shawarma stop.

The strongest reviews describe fresh, flavourful food, generous portions and fast, friendly service. The outdoor terrace is a draw in its own right, with diners mentioning a Burj Khalifa view, while the reported 24/7 opening makes it useful for late-night cravings. For a workday lunch, one customer enjoyed the home-style Daily Dish with a soft drink.

There is some inconsistency to keep in mind. A few diners found the prices high, sandwiches smaller than before, or specific dishes underwhelming. Beef shawarma was described as chewy or not recommended, making chicken the more dependable choice.

One visit involved a 50-minute wait for shawarma and manakish, which arrived cold. Ask for extra garlic, eat meat pies hot on site, and check parking: one reviewer paid AED 10 for an hour without restaurant validation.