Top-Deck Pizza
The pizzeria’s pizzas are praised for hot, fresh toppings and a crispy base, making the upstairs setting a strong casual option.
Bussola
Dubai Marina
Bussola is a seaview Italian restaurant in Dubai Marina, with a pizzeria on the top deck and a more romantic dining room below. Reviews make the pizzas—especially the Diavola—and Sunday brunch standouts, while the terrace setting and water views give the meal a distinctly resort-like feel.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
2,473 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Water Views
Upper-floor and outdoor seating can deliver attractive Dubai night, pool and beach-facing views alongside a relaxed resort atmosphere.
Sunday Brunch
Sunday brunch receives praise for its generous flow of fresh dishes, with pasta and dessert selections mentioned as highlights.
Italian Favourites
Reviewers specifically praise the burrata, mushroom ravioli, baked sea bass, seafood linguine and tiramisu.
Attentive Service
Several diners describe warm, attentive service, including thoughtful recognition of returning guests and helpful recommendations.
Family Friendly
The restaurant can suit family dinners, with one review highlighting patient service and recommendations for children.
Celebrations
Guests return for birthdays and Valentine’s Day, and reviews describe personalised touches that make special occasions feel considered.
What to Eat at Bussola 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 Bussola, 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 Bussola got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Pizza Net +10
“Pizzas are great, view is beautiful, ambience is nice....so definitely worth coming here. It's just strange that there is only pizza upstairs and then downstairs is more high end but does have much pizza choice and then pastas. Ultimately good pizzas and worth coming to although pricey.”
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“Pizzas are great, view is beautiful, ambience is nice....so definitely worth coming here. It's just strange that there is only pizza upstairs and then downstairs is more high end but does have much pizza choice and then pastas. Ultimately good pizzas and worth coming to although pricey.”January 2026
“Great food, one of the best pizza’s in town for sure. The drinks are very average but the food is great.”August 2021
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Tiramisu Net +4
“*And the tiramisu is on another level of deliciousness.”
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“*And the tiramisu is on another level of deliciousness.”June 2026
“Tiramisu was another highlight.”August 2024
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Diavolo pizza Net +2
“Upstairs or downstairs, both are amazing. I prefer the pizza honestly . Pizza diavola. Drinks are also very good and menu items are affordable.”
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“Upstairs or downstairs, both are amazing. I prefer the pizza honestly . Pizza diavola. Drinks are also very good and menu items are affordable.”April 2026
“On a side note, the pizzeria above the restaurant is fantastic, one of the best in Dubai. Their pies are thin and crispy. I love their Diavola.”April 2024
Honorable mentions (19)
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Aperitiv with rossini Net +1
“Sunday brunch with amazing food and beautiful atmosphere, the Italian plates were delicious, aperitiv with Rossini was delicious and the service was excellent.”
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“Sunday brunch with amazing food and beautiful atmosphere, the Italian plates were delicious, aperitiv with Rossini was delicious and the service was excellent.”May 2025
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Broccolini Net +1
“Favourites are their Broccolini and Bussola ones.”
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“Favourites are their Broccolini and Bussola ones.”November 2023
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Bruschetta Net +1
“The pizzas were freshly made and full of flavor, and the bruschetta—recommended by the staff—was absolutely delicious and a great first-time choice for us.”
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“The pizzas were freshly made and full of flavor, and the bruschetta—recommended by the staff—was absolutely delicious and a great first-time choice for us.”April 2026
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Burrata Net +1
“The burrata was a total showstopper; it was huge, the biggest I’ve ever seen! Creamy, oozing with richness, paired perfectly with fresh tomatoes and basil.”
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“The burrata was a total showstopper; it was huge, the biggest I’ve ever seen! Creamy, oozing with richness, paired perfectly with fresh tomatoes and basil.”February 2026
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Calamari Net +1
“Calamari is perfect, make sure they bring the dipping sauce for it because our server forgot.”
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“Calamari is perfect, make sure they bring the dipping sauce for it because our server forgot.”November 2023
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Chocolate cake Net +1
“You can try an amazing chocolate cake .”
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“You can try an amazing chocolate cake .”March 2024
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Cocktails Net +1
“Lovely cocktails and an array of wines to choose from.”
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“Lovely cocktails and an array of wines to choose from.”July 2026
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Gnocchi Net +1
“We had mushroom ravioli & gnocchi - great options.”
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“We had mushroom ravioli & gnocchi - great options.”February 2026
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Margherita pizza Net +1
“We had calamari, croquettes, Margherita pizza as well as salami pizza & ended it with some tiramisu.”
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“We had calamari, croquettes, Margherita pizza as well as salami pizza & ended it with some tiramisu.”July 2025
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Mullet main course Net +1
“The Mullet main course was good but too rich.”
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“The Mullet main course was good but too rich.”February 2025
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Mushroom ravioli Net +1
“We had mushroom ravioli & gnocchi - great options.”
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“We had mushroom ravioli & gnocchi - great options.”February 2026
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Onion topped focaccia basket Net +1
“Love the onion topped focaccia basket they serve on the house, goes well with their olive oil and balsamic vinegar.”
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“Love the onion topped focaccia basket they serve on the house, goes well with their olive oil and balsamic vinegar.”November 2023
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Salami pizza Net +1
“We had calamari, croquettes, Margherita pizza as well as salami pizza & ended it with some tiramisu.”
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“We had calamari, croquettes, Margherita pizza as well as salami pizza & ended it with some tiramisu.”July 2025
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Seafood linguine Net +1
“The seafood linguine was another highlight, al dente pasta loaded with fresh lobster and shrimp in a bright tomato sauce.”
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“The seafood linguine was another highlight, al dente pasta loaded with fresh lobster and shrimp in a bright tomato sauce.”February 2026
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Sorbeto with lemon Net +1
“The last was the perfect choice of Tiramisu dessert and Sorbeto with lemon which was refreshing and great digestive.”
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“The last was the perfect choice of Tiramisu dessert and Sorbeto with lemon which was refreshing and great digestive.”January 2024
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Sunday brunch Net +1
“The food is excellent, and their Sunday brunch is a must-try—offering a wide selection at a fixed, affordable price that makes it a great value.”
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“The food is excellent, and their Sunday brunch is a must-try—offering a wide selection at a fixed, affordable price that makes it a great value.”November 2024
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Truffle ravioli Net +1
“My favorite easy fix will be Truffle Ravioli but today I started with crunchy kale salad with roasted butternut squash, Bucatini pasta with crispy pork and tomato sauce, lamb with aromatic herbs, pairing it with favorite Red Wine Kim Crawford and close it with some hazelnut ice cream.”
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“My favorite easy fix will be Truffle Ravioli but today I started with crunchy kale salad with roasted butternut squash, Bucatini pasta with crispy pork and tomato sauce, lamb with aromatic herbs, pairing it with favorite Red Wine Kim Crawford and close it with some hazelnut ice cream.”February 2023
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Valpolicella ripasso Net +1
“We choose a Valpolicella Ripasso and he was amazing with his description.”
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“We choose a Valpolicella Ripasso and he was amazing with his description.”January 2024
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Wines Net +1
“Lovely cocktails and an array of wines to choose from.”
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“Lovely cocktails and an array of wines to choose from.”July 2026
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Aperol spritz Net +1
“Their drinks were on point, we tried aperol spritz, pornstar martini & their signature cocktail!”
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“Their drinks were on point, we tried aperol spritz, pornstar martini & their signature cocktail!”February 2026
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Pornstar martini Net +1
“Their drinks were on point, we tried aperol spritz, pornstar martini & their signature cocktail!”
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“Their drinks were on point, we tried aperol spritz, pornstar martini & their signature cocktail!”February 2026
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Signature cocktail Net +1
“Their drinks were on point, we tried aperol spritz, pornstar martini & their signature cocktail!”
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“Their drinks were on point, we tried aperol spritz, pornstar martini & their signature cocktail!”February 2026
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White wine Net +1
“The white wine included in the package is light and refreshing.”
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“The white wine included in the package is light and refreshing.”March 2021
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Wine Net +1
“We absolutely loved the pizza—paired with a great wine!”
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“We absolutely loved the pizza—paired with a great wine!”August 2025
What to Avoid (5)
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Chewy octopus Net −1
“Returned chewy octopus although staff were so nice and offered a replacement.”
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“Returned chewy octopus although staff were so nice and offered a replacement.”February 2025
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Lobster linguine Net −1
“The lobster linguine was overcooked, with too much tomato sauce and a lack of balance; the lobster itself was average in taste.”
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“The lobster linguine was overcooked, with too much tomato sauce and a lack of balance; the lobster itself was average in taste.”July 2026
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Steam broccolini Net −1
“Our side dishes: tomatoes salad, was nice, and the steam broccolini was a little oily. We’re not fans of oily food.”
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“Our side dishes: tomatoes salad, was nice, and the steam broccolini was a little oily. We’re not fans of oily food.”April 2024
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Prawn tartare Net −2
“Food was disappointing. The tartares were overwhelmed by aggressive seasoning, especially the prawn tartare, where the main ingredient was barely noticeable.”
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“Food was disappointing. The tartares were overwhelmed by aggressive seasoning, especially the prawn tartare, where the main ingredient was barely noticeable.”July 2026
“The prawns tartar was too sweet and watery.”February 2025
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Gin basil Net −1
“The first drinks were not good (gin basil) but the next ones were much better, i guess a different bartender prepared them.”
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“The first drinks were not good (gin basil) but the next ones were much better, i guess a different bartender prepared them.”April 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Reserve Ahead. Book ahead, especially at popular times; one reviewer says the quieter 3–6pm window may be easier for walk-ins.
Pick Your Floor. Choose upstairs if you want pizza; the downstairs restaurant is where reviewers found the broader pasta and meat selection.
Ask Portions. Ask about dish size before ordering: one review says portions can be large enough to share, despite another finding them small for the price.
Try Off-Peak. For a less pressured visit, consider the 3–6pm period, which one reviewer specifically identifies as easier for finding a table.
Check Availability. If choosing wine or a particular cocktail, confirm availability early; a group found two listed wines unavailable and drinks arriving unevenly.
Plan the visit
Practical details
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Slow Service
Service can lose its rhythm: one group waited almost 50 minutes for pizza after starters, while another received cocktails at different times.
Mixed Cooking
Some dishes have disappointed, including over-seasoned tartares and an overcooked lobster linguine with an unbalanced sauce.
Rooftop Layout
The rooftop pizzeria’s view is appealing, but one diner found its seating layout closer to a food court than the downstairs restaurant.
Price Concerns
A reviewer felt the portions were too small for the cost, while another described a special-occasion bill above AED 800 as poor value.
Noisy Evenings
Dinner can be noisy when the restaurant is busy with families and children, which may not suit a quieter occasion.
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The Bottom Line
Bussola is a Dubai Marina Italian restaurant at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, with a pizzeria upstairs and a more polished dining room below. It is worth considering when the setting matters: reviews repeatedly mention outdoor seating, beach proximity, pool or water views, and a relaxed resort atmosphere. The upstairs choice is pizza, with the Diavola, thin and crispy pies, and bresaola pizza all receiving specific praise.
Downstairs, reviewers mention mushroom ravioli, gnocchi, seafood linguine, baked sea bass and tiramisu. Sunday brunch is another draw, with comments on its flowing variety, pasta selection and desserts. Service is often warm and attentive, including thoughtful touches for celebrations and patient help with children.
It also works for families and larger groups; one team dinner for about 100 people reportedly ran smoothly. The outdoor area can feel especially calm at lunch, while evenings may be livelier and noisier with families. Expect a mixed experience at busy times.
Some guests reported order confusion, long waits and drinks arriving at different times; one pizza order took almost 50 minutes. The rooftop pizzeria has a lovely view but was criticised for a food-court-like layout, and one diner found portions small for the price. Reserve ahead, choose your level based on pizza versus pasta, and ask about portion size.