Family Layout
Downstairs dining is kid-friendly, while upstairs offers a more adult-focused bar with an open terrace.
Benny Mack's by Bens Farmhouse
Townsquare
Benny Mack’s by Bens Farmhouse is a Townsquare gastropub that combines family dining downstairs with a sports-bar atmosphere upstairs. Reviews point to standout orders such as the Sunday roast and steak pie, plus screens, drinks and a relaxed setting for catching a match or meeting friends.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
373 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Sports Setup
Multiple screens and a dedicated sports-bar area make it a useful place to watch football, rugby and other events.
Sunday Roast
The Sunday roast is repeatedly praised, with one review calling it the best in Dubai and another highlighting good portions.
Signature Pie
The steak pie gets unusually detailed praise for its flaky crust, well-cooked vegetables and gravy.
Burger Quality
A review describes the Hamburger as juicy, flavorful and perfectly grilled, with a soft bun and melted cheese.
Outdoor Seating
The terrace and outdoor tables work well for drinks, meals or sitting with a laptop, according to reviewers.
Filtered Water
A carafe of filtered water is provided, which one reviewer appreciated as an alternative to expensive imported bottled water.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Stock. Ask what is currently available before ordering, especially beer on tap and breakfast items, as several reviews mention out-of-stock choices.
Breakfast Timing. For breakfast, order promptly and confirm availability at the start; one visit lost 20 minutes and then missed the breakfast window.
Choose Your Area. Use the upstairs sports bar for drinks and matches, or the downstairs area when you want a family meal near the kids’ play area.
Use Nearby Parking. Parking is directly beside the restaurant, making arrival easier for family meals or visits with children.
Supervise Children. If visiting with young children, check the play area yourself and supervise closely because reviews describe mixed ages, broken equipment and limited oversight.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Townsquare - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Townsquare, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Chicken Caesar salad
A reviewer gave the Chicken Caesar salad a full 10/10 and enjoyed sitting outside while working.
spaghetti with meatballs
One family returns mainly because their son particularly enjoys the spaghetti with meatballs.
Mushroom Arancini
The Mushroom Arancini was singled out as a standout alongside a well-received roast dinner.
Common Concerns
Play Area
Several parents found the play area poorly maintained, with broken toys and a broken slide, and raised safety concerns.
Slow Service
Breakfast service was problematic in some visits, including a 10-minute wait for menus and a 25-minute wait for a croissant.
Stock Issues
Some reviewers were told items were unavailable only after ordering; beer choices on tap were also limited on certain weekends.
Happy Hour
Happy-hour availability disappointed some guests, with one review reporting only one beer option and a discount of about AED 6–7.
Inconsistent Food
Although many dishes are praised, one Sunday roast was described as dry and bland, showing some variation between visits.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
145 aed
3 courses
“The price is 115 for 2 courses, 3 courses for 145 aed”Google review · July 2024
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The Bottom Line
Benny Mack’s by Bens Farmhouse is a Townsquare gastropub with two distinct sides: family dining downstairs and a lively sports bar upstairs. You can come for a Sunday roast, the steak pie, a burger or a drink while watching football on multiple screens. The upstairs area also hosts quizzes, theme nights and live music, while the terrace gives you an outdoor option.
Food reviews are strongest around the Sunday roast, steak pie and Hamburger, although one guest found a roast dry and bland. The community menu was praised for colourful presentation, generous portions and options including sriracha popcorn chicken and cashew-crusted salmon. A carafe of filtered water is provided, which is a thoughtful practical touch.
Families should know that the play area receives mixed feedback. Some children enjoy the arcade games and play space, but other parents reported broken toys, a broken slide, noise and poor supervision. Parking is right beside the restaurant.
Service can be warm and attentive, but breakfast visits have also involved long waits and unavailable items. It is worth checking stock before ordering, particularly for breakfast and draught beer, and confirming the current happy-hour selection rather than assuming the full advertised range is available.