Rooftop setting
A tropical rooftop with candlelit tables, woven lights and an open ceiling framing the Dubai skyline.
Canary Club
Barsha Heights
Canary Club is a rooftop restaurant in Barsha Heights, known for its tropical setting, candlelit dinners and lively music. Reviews point to fresh sushi, well-cooked steak and Saturday brunches with DJs or live performances as reasons to visit.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
1,528 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Live entertainment
Live drums, singers, DJs and Latin-style musicians give evenings and brunches a lively soundtrack.
Fresh sushi
Sushi is repeatedly praised for fresh ingredients, including salmon sashimi, truffle sushi and sushi platters.
Steak dishes
Reviewers specifically mention perfectly cooked steak, including steak with sauce at candlelit dinners.
Creative dessert
The cigar-shaped chocolate dessert hides kunafa and pistachio paste inside, making it a memorable finish.
Weekend brunch
Saturday and Sunday brunches combine substantial food with music, cocktails and a relaxed but energetic atmosphere.
Warm service
Multiple reviews describe the team as attentive and welcoming, with service that feels personal rather than rushed.
What to Eat at Canary Club 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 Canary Club, 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 Canary Club got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Sushi Net +6
“Food is absolutely delicious ( pls try sushi!!!)”
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“Food is absolutely delicious ( pls try sushi!!!)”June 2026
“Special shoutout to Mr. Washington who was the most attentive and entertaining, haha. Love! And the team who made a special plate of sushi to accommodate my vegetarian friend. Absolutely above and beyond! Can’t wait to come again!”February 2026
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Steak Net +5
“Amazing candlelight dinner experience! The food was delicious, especially the steak, and the starters were excellent as well.”
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“Amazing candlelight dinner experience! The food was delicious, especially the steak, and the starters were excellent as well.”July 2026
“The sushi was fresh and delicious, and the steak was cooked perfectly.”June 2026
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Brunch Net +2
“The brunch was excellent, with amazing music creating a fun and lively atmosphere throughout.”
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“The brunch was excellent, with amazing music creating a fun and lively atmosphere throughout.”June 2026
“Tried their Saturday brunch again — a full three-course meal and every dish was on point. The quality of the food is consistently top-notch, the ambiance is a solid 10/10, and the hospitality makes the whole experience even better.”April 2026
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Chicken tacos Net +2
“The dishes were amazing, and the chicken tacos were definitely the highlight of the evening.”
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“The dishes were amazing, and the chicken tacos were definitely the highlight of the evening.”May 2026
“Had amazing guacamole, sushi and chicken tacos!”April 2026
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Sushi platter Net +2
“loved their sushi platter and their wine and the service is amazing.”
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“loved their sushi platter and their wine and the service is amazing.”June 2026
“We enjoy very much the sushi plater and the starters.”May 2026
Honorable mentions (20)
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Beef salad Net +1
“Had sushi, beef salad, fish, fresh fruits, ice cream, and their cocktails — everything was so good.”
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“Had sushi, beef salad, fish, fresh fruits, ice cream, and their cocktails — everything was so good.”February 2026
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California salad Net +1
“Both starters California salad and salmon tiradito were very good.”
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“Both starters California salad and salmon tiradito were very good.”May 2026
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Chocolate cigars filled with kunafa and pistachio paste Net +1
“And the most surprising was the dessert. Chocolate cigars filled with kunafa and pistachio paste. It was something I’ve never experienced before. Delicious.”
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“And the most surprising was the dessert. Chocolate cigars filled with kunafa and pistachio paste. It was something I’ve never experienced before. Delicious.”May 2026
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Chocolate kunafa cigar Net +1
“Beautiful candle dinner with amazing live music the perfect date night vibe. The atmosphere was warm, romantic, and lively without being overwhelming. Food was delicious (especially the steak and the chocolate kunafa cigar), and the service was attentive. Would absolutely come back for another special night out! ✨🍷”
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“Beautiful candle dinner with amazing live music the perfect date night vibe. The atmosphere was warm, romantic, and lively without being overwhelming. Food was delicious (especially the steak and the chocolate kunafa cigar), and the service was attentive. Would absolutely come back for another special night out! ✨🍷”February 2026
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Cigar-shaped dessert Net +1
“The salads were fresh and delicious, and the highlight of the evening was definitely the cigar-shaped dessert with its original and creative presentation.”
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“The salads were fresh and delicious, and the highlight of the evening was definitely the cigar-shaped dessert with its original and creative presentation.”June 2026
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Guacamole Net +1
“Had amazing guacamole, sushi and chicken tacos!”
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“Had amazing guacamole, sushi and chicken tacos!”April 2026
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Guacamole with crispy chips Net +1
“Had such a beautiful experience at Canary Club Dubai! The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. We had sushi rolls, gyoza, fresh salads, and guacamole with crispy chips everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The sushi was especially impressive, with high quality ingredients and great textures.”
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“Had such a beautiful experience at Canary Club Dubai! The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. We had sushi rolls, gyoza, fresh salads, and guacamole with crispy chips everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The sushi was especially impressive, with high quality ingredients and great textures.”February 2026
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Gyoza Net +1
“Had such a beautiful experience at Canary Club Dubai! The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. We had sushi rolls, gyoza, fresh salads, and guacamole with crispy chips everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The sushi was especially impressive, with high quality ingredients and great textures.”
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“Had such a beautiful experience at Canary Club Dubai! The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. We had sushi rolls, gyoza, fresh salads, and guacamole with crispy chips everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The sushi was especially impressive, with high quality ingredients and great textures.”February 2026
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Ice cream Net +1
“Had sushi, beef salad, fish, fresh fruits, ice cream, and their cocktails — everything was so good.”
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“Had sushi, beef salad, fish, fresh fruits, ice cream, and their cocktails — everything was so good.”February 2026
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Kunafa covered in chocolate Net +1
“It was served in the shape of cigars, but inside it was kunafa covered in chocolate - very creative and absolutely delicious.”
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“It was served in the shape of cigars, but inside it was kunafa covered in chocolate - very creative and absolutely delicious.”June 2026
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Pomelo & avo salad Net +1
“The cherry on top are the dancers and musicians with consistent surprises & entertainment. The vibes are immaculate and the food is sooo fresh and flavorful. The pomelo & avo salad and ceviche were delicious.”
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“The cherry on top are the dancers and musicians with consistent surprises & entertainment. The vibes are immaculate and the food is sooo fresh and flavorful. The pomelo & avo salad and ceviche were delicious.”December 2025
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Rose wines Net +1
“The wine selection was excellent, especially the red and rose wines, which perfectly complemented the food.”
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“The wine selection was excellent, especially the red and rose wines, which perfectly complemented the food.”May 2026
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Salmon sashimi Net +1
“The salmon sashimi was beautifully presented and fresh, while the food overall was well executed.”
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“The salmon sashimi was beautifully presented and fresh, while the food overall was well executed.”May 2026
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Salmon teriyaki Net +1
“For the main I loved the salmon teriyaki.”
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“For the main I loved the salmon teriyaki.”May 2026
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Salmon tiradito Net +1
“Both starters California salad and salmon tiradito were very good.”
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“Both starters California salad and salmon tiradito were very good.”May 2026
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Sashimi Net +1
“Spent such a lovely night at Canary Club. Between the perfectly cooked steak, the fresh sashimi, and the lively atmosphere, it was the perfect way to unwind.”
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“Spent such a lovely night at Canary Club. Between the perfectly cooked steak, the fresh sashimi, and the lively atmosphere, it was the perfect way to unwind.”May 2026
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Steak with sauce Net +1
“The steak with sauce was absolutely outstanding — perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”
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“The steak with sauce was absolutely outstanding — perfectly cooked and full of flavor.”June 2026
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Sushi rolls Net +1
“Had such a beautiful experience at Canary Club Dubai! The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. We had sushi rolls, gyoza, fresh salads, and guacamole with crispy chips everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The sushi was especially impressive, with high quality ingredients and great textures.”
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“Had such a beautiful experience at Canary Club Dubai! The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. We had sushi rolls, gyoza, fresh salads, and guacamole with crispy chips everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The sushi was especially impressive, with high quality ingredients and great textures.”February 2026
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Truffle sushi with salmon and sea bass Net +1
“We had fantastic Saturday brunch here. Food was delicious especially truffle sushi with salmon and sea bass, super attentive service. Kirill made our time even better 🤩 Love this place. It’s outside on the terrace. Relaxing atmosphere with life DJ”
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“We had fantastic Saturday brunch here. Food was delicious especially truffle sushi with salmon and sea bass, super attentive service. Kirill made our time even better 🤩 Love this place. It’s outside on the terrace. Relaxing atmosphere with life DJ”March 2026
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Wagyu steak Net +1
“We also had the wagyu steak and seabass which were phenomenal. Had the canary spritz as my favorite.”
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“We also had the wagyu steak and seabass which were phenomenal. Had the canary spritz as my favorite.”December 2025
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Canary spritz Net +1
“We also had the wagyu steak and seabass which were phenomenal. Had the canary spritz as my favorite.”
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“We also had the wagyu steak and seabass which were phenomenal. Had the canary spritz as my favorite.”December 2025
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Wine Net +1
“The atmosphere was warm and elegant, the wine was excellent, and the food was amazing - especially the steak, salad, and tuna.”
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“The atmosphere was warm and elegant, the wine was excellent, and the food was amazing - especially the steak, salad, and tuna.”June 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Try sushi. Add sushi to your order; reviewers highlight its freshness and quality, including sushi rolls and sashimi.
Choose candlelight. For a romantic evening, look for the candlelight dinner format, which includes live music and a softer atmosphere.
Book brunch. Saturday brunch is a strong choice if you want DJs, drinks and a lively rooftop atmosphere rather than a quiet meal.
Use valet. Valet parking is available, which several guests found useful for an evening visit.
Mention dietary needs. If someone in your group is vegetarian, ask whether a special sushi plate can be prepared.
Plan girls’ night. For a group night out, ask about the free-flow grape and bites option mentioned by one reviewer.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Banyan Tree Residences
Al Thanyah Fifth, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Registration issue
One guest said an app-registration problem at the front desk and the staff response ruined an otherwise welcoming visit.
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The Bottom Line
Canary Club is a rooftop restaurant in Barsha Heights with a tropical, candlelit setting and a music-led atmosphere. It works especially well for date nights, dinners with friends and weekend brunches. You can order sushi, steak, chicken tacos and guacamole, while live singers, drummers or DJs keep the room moving.
Food is the strongest recurring theme in the reviews. Sushi is described as fresh and high quality, with salmon sashimi, sushi rolls, sushi platters and even truffle sushi with salmon and sea bass all receiving specific praise. Steak also appears repeatedly, while the cigar-shaped chocolate dessert filled with kunafa and pistachio paste is the most distinctive finish mentioned.
The candlelight dinner is the clearest choice for a romantic occasion, with live music and a warm, elegant atmosphere. Saturday and Sunday brunches are livelier, bringing cocktails, DJs and entertainment; one review describes the vibe as a mix of Tulum and Palm Springs. Service is generally attentive and welcoming, though one guest had a poor front-desk experience when unable to complete app registration.
Valet parking is available. If you have dietary needs, ask about a customised sushi plate; a reviewer said the team prepared one for a vegetarian guest.