Pizza
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Brew House - Business Bay
Business Bay
Brew House is a bar-restaurant in Business Bay, with indoor and outdoor seating, live sports and live music. Reviews make the pizza and draft beer stand out, while the relaxed pub setting suits after-work drinks, casual meals and weekend catch-ups.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
987 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Live Music
Live music runs daily from 7 pm according to one review, adding energy to evening visits.
Outdoor Seating
The venue has indoor and outdoor seating, including a garden-style terrace for cooler evenings.
Beer Selection
Reviews highlight fresh house-brewed craft beers and excellent draft beer, including a beer flight worth sampling.
Sports Screens
The outlet telecasts sports with a 360-degree view, making it useful for watching matches.
Happy Hour
One review reports daily happy hour from noon to 9 pm, with 25% off drinks and food.
Calm Lunches
A reviewer found the hotel venue calm and clean for a quiet lunch, especially with the salmon salad.
Late Hours
One long-standing review notes that the pub stays open really late.
What to Eat at Brew House - Business Bay 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 Brew House - Business Bay, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Brew House - Business Bay got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Nachos Net +4
“The taste of this nachos and quesadilla was outstanding, kudos to the chef as we live in north and south part of America and nothing tastes this best….. before leaving definitely coming again.”
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“The taste of this nachos and quesadilla was outstanding, kudos to the chef as we live in north and south part of America and nothing tastes this best….. before leaving definitely coming again.”May 2025
“Definitely try their chilli chicken, calamari, onion rings, nachos and mini sliders. Bar food here is great.”February 2025
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Steak Net +2
“Never coming back again and checking out of the hotel, as soon as possible...so this is just a reminder to Brew House how lack of common sense makes you lose customers - regular customers, as we had dinner and refreshments here at least four times a week - the steak was good though!!”
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“Never coming back again and checking out of the hotel, as soon as possible...so this is just a reminder to Brew House how lack of common sense makes you lose customers - regular customers, as we had dinner and refreshments here at least four times a week - the steak was good though!!”April 2026
“Calamari was unique. Loved the steak, beef sandwich and especially the sticky toffee date.”March 2024
Honorable mentions (19)
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Beef sandwich Net +1
“Calamari was unique. Loved the steak, beef sandwich and especially the sticky toffee date.”
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“Calamari was unique. Loved the steak, beef sandwich and especially the sticky toffee date.”March 2024
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Brisket Net +1
“Food is delicious brisket is recommended. And fresh hoggarden beer make my night amazing.”
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“Food is delicious brisket is recommended. And fresh hoggarden beer make my night amazing.”February 2026
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Caesar salad Net +1
“I had nachos, an hamburger, a Caesar salad and tacos 🌮 and it was everything amazing! In particular I enjoyed the salad, which had a wonderful taste!”
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“I had nachos, an hamburger, a Caesar salad and tacos 🌮 and it was everything amazing! In particular I enjoyed the salad, which had a wonderful taste!”May 2022
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Chilli chicken Net +1
“Definitely try their chilli chicken, calamari, onion rings, nachos and mini sliders. Bar food here is great.”
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“Definitely try their chilli chicken, calamari, onion rings, nachos and mini sliders. Bar food here is great.”February 2025
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Fried calamari Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious: the seafood pizza was a standout favorite, and the fried calamari was crispy and full of flavor 🦑.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious: the seafood pizza was a standout favorite, and the fried calamari was crispy and full of flavor 🦑.”November 2025
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Hamburger Net +1
“I had nachos, an hamburger, a Caesar salad and tacos 🌮 and it was everything amazing!”
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“I had nachos, an hamburger, a Caesar salad and tacos 🌮 and it was everything amazing!”May 2022
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House-brewed craft beers Net +1
“• Drinks: Solid selection of house-brewed craft beers and classic cocktails. The brews are fresh and unique—definitely worth sampling the beer flight if it’s your first time.”
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“• Drinks: Solid selection of house-brewed craft beers and classic cocktails. The brews are fresh and unique—definitely worth sampling the beer flight if it’s your first time.”May 2025
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Juicy burger Net +1
“Junde was the best in brew house . I had a good time enjoying my drinks and a juicy burger . Thanks for the top-notch service jude. Will come again for sure”
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“Junde was the best in brew house . I had a good time enjoying my drinks and a juicy burger . Thanks for the top-notch service jude. Will come again for sure”August 2026
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Mini sliders Net +1
“Definitely try their chilli chicken, calamari, onion rings, nachos and mini sliders. Bar food here is great.”
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“Definitely try their chilli chicken, calamari, onion rings, nachos and mini sliders. Bar food here is great.”February 2025
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Onion rings Net +1
“Definitely try their chilli chicken, calamari, onion rings, nachos and mini sliders. Bar food here is great.”
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“Definitely try their chilli chicken, calamari, onion rings, nachos and mini sliders. Bar food here is great.”February 2025
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Pizzas Net +1
“Wings are not good but the pizzas are really good . Service is good . Polite”
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“Wings are not good but the pizzas are really good . Service is good . Polite”April 2026
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Quedadilla with chicken Net +1
“I can't describe how delicious the food is at this place. Although we only ordered nachos and a quedadilla with chicken, I can imagine the rest is just as delicious.”
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“I can't describe how delicious the food is at this place. Although we only ordered nachos and a quedadilla with chicken, I can imagine the rest is just as delicious.”May 2025
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Quesadilla Net +1
“The taste of this nachos and quesadilla was outstanding, kudos to the chef as we live in north and south part of America and nothing tastes this best….. before leaving definitely coming again.”
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“The taste of this nachos and quesadilla was outstanding, kudos to the chef as we live in north and south part of America and nothing tastes this best….. before leaving definitely coming again.”May 2025
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Salmon salad Net +1
“I ordered the salmon salad, which came with avocado and a fresh mix of greens. The salmon wasn’t grilled but lightly prepared, maintaining a delicate texture that paired well with the creamy avocado and crisp salad. It was a light but satisfying dish, great for a midday meal.”
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“I ordered the salmon salad, which came with avocado and a fresh mix of greens. The salmon wasn’t grilled but lightly prepared, maintaining a delicate texture that paired well with the creamy avocado and crisp salad. It was a light but satisfying dish, great for a midday meal.”May 2025
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Seafood pizza Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious: the seafood pizza was a standout favorite, and the fried calamari was crispy and full of flavor 🦑.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious: the seafood pizza was a standout favorite, and the fried calamari was crispy and full of flavor 🦑.”November 2025
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Sticky toffee date Net +1
“Calamari was unique. Loved the steak, beef sandwich and especially the sticky toffee date.”
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“Calamari was unique. Loved the steak, beef sandwich and especially the sticky toffee date.”March 2024
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Tacos Net +1
“I had nachos, an hamburger, a Caesar salad and tacos 🌮 and it was everything amazing!”
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“I had nachos, an hamburger, a Caesar salad and tacos 🌮 and it was everything amazing!”May 2022
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Tandoori platters Net +1
“• Food: Great bar bites and grills. The wood-fired pizzas and tandoori platters stood out—flavorful, well-portioned, and nicely presented.”
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“• Food: Great bar bites and grills. The wood-fired pizzas and tandoori platters stood out—flavorful, well-portioned, and nicely presented.”May 2025
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Wood-fired pizzas Net +1
“• Food: Great bar bites and grills. The wood-fired pizzas and tandoori platters stood out—flavorful, well-portioned, and nicely presented.”
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“• Food: Great bar bites and grills. The wood-fired pizzas and tandoori platters stood out—flavorful, well-portioned, and nicely presented.”May 2025
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Draft beer Net +1
“The pizza is surprisingly good (one of the best I’ve had in Dubai for this style), and the draft beer is excellent.”
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“The pizza is surprisingly good (one of the best I’ve had in Dubai for this style), and the draft beer is excellent.”November 2025
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Hoggarden beer Net +1
“Food is delicious brisket is recommended. And fresh hoggarden beer make my night amazing.”
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“Food is delicious brisket is recommended. And fresh hoggarden beer make my night amazing.”February 2026
What to Avoid (3)
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Burgers Net −1
“Burgers are terribly overcooked as they said that it’s the only way they are allowed to cook them .. per the municipality , funny how the other places do juicier burgers .”
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“Burgers are terribly overcooked as they said that it’s the only way they are allowed to cook them .. per the municipality , funny how the other places do juicier burgers .”April 2026
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Fish and chips Net −1
“The mains however could be a lot better. Didn't have a great experience with the fish and chips which was quite undercooked.”
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“The mains however could be a lot better. Didn't have a great experience with the fish and chips which was quite undercooked.”February 2025
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Wings Net −1
“Wings are not good but the pizzas are really good . Service is good . Polite”
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“Wings are not good but the pizzas are really good . Service is good . Polite”April 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Weekends. Call ahead for Saturday nights: one reviewer said the venue gets full when live music is on.
Check Offers. Ask about the current happy-hour terms before ordering; a June 2025 review reported 25% off food and drinks from noon to 9 pm.
Choose Pizza. Pizza has stronger review feedback than burgers or some mains, so it is the safer first order.
Prefer Outdoors. If you dislike smoke, request outdoor seating because one reviewer noticed smoking indoors and a smoky smell.
Allow Time. Build in extra time for food during quieter-looking periods; reviews report delays for both starters and pizza.
Hotel Parking. If you are driving, a review says parking is available at the hotel where the pub is located.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Amal Street - Al Khaleej Al Tejari 2 St - opposite Safeer Tower - 2
Business Bay, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Long Waits
Service can be slow: one guest waited 90 minutes for a pizza without updates or an apology.
Overcooked Burgers
One reviewer found the burgers terribly overcooked and said staff described that preparation as required.
Undercooked Fish
A review found the fish and chips undercooked and reported slow service on two visits.
Indoor Smoke
Smoking indoors has caused a noticeable smell, although one reviewer said the fans and air-conditioning helped.
Discount Dispute
A hotel guest said applying the 20% discount became a prolonged argument that spoiled the evening.
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The Bottom Line
Brew House is a pub-style restaurant in Business Bay, inside Citymax Hotel, with a choice of indoor and outdoor seating. It suits after-work drinks, casual dinners and match nights, with live music adding a livelier feel in the evenings. The venue can also work for a quieter lunch when the room is calm.
Food feedback is strongest around the pizza: reviews mention wood-fired and seafood versions, while bar favourites include nachos, quesadilla with chicken, calamari and chilli chicken. Draft beer and house-brewed craft beers are also recurring highlights. One reviewer specifically recommended the brisket, and another enjoyed a salmon salad with avocado and greens as a lighter lunch.
Daily offers are often mentioned; one June 2025 review reported happy hour from noon to 9 pm with 25% off food and drinks, so check the current terms before ordering. There are a few reasons to plan rather than simply drop in. Weekend live-music nights can fill up, so calling ahead is sensible.
Service is usually described as friendly and attentive, but several reviews report delays, including a 90-minute pizza wait and a starter taking over 30 minutes. Burger cooking and fish-and-chips don’t have the same consistency in the feedback, and indoor smoking can leave a noticeable smell. Hotel parking is available, according to one review.