Seafood Tower
The brunch seafood tower is a memorable starter, with one review noting that it arrives with a theatrical touch.
FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar
Business Bay
FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar is a North American-inspired grill house in Business Bay, serving smoky Midwest-style dishes alongside cocktails. Reviews make its Deep South Social brunch a draw, particularly for the seafood tower, live-grill dishes, flowing drinks, live music and canal-side terrace.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
484 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Live Grill
Brunch includes live cooking, letting guests order a main and watch it being prepared in front of them.
Canal Views
The outdoor seating looks over the canal and city skyline, adding a particularly appealing evening backdrop.
Brunch Portions
Several brunch reviews describe generous food and drinks, including a seafood platter that guests found especially satisfying.
Vegetarian Choices
Vegetarian diners can find suitable menu options, with one repeat visitor specifically praising the available choices.
Balanced Music
Live music adds energy without necessarily overwhelming conversation; one guest specifically praised its volume.
What to Eat at FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar 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 FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 10
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Bar chips Net +1
“And also bar chips I love so much, it’s perfect with a cold pint of beer!”
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Review excerpts
“And also bar chips I love so much, it’s perfect with a cold pint of beer!”April 2025
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Burratta Net +1
“Exceptional brunch food. Selection of starters were the highlight. Incredible. Salmon Carpaccio, Oysters, Burratta, Tuna Tostados etc. All so delicious.”
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“Exceptional brunch food. Selection of starters were the highlight. Incredible. Salmon Carpaccio, Oysters, Burratta, Tuna Tostados etc. All so delicious.”April 2021
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Date pudding Net +1
“Everything was simply delicious from the starters, so fresh and tasty oysters, followed by an absolutely mouthwatering and perfectly cooked lobster, finishing with a so yummy date pudding.”
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“Everything was simply delicious from the starters, so fresh and tasty oysters, followed by an absolutely mouthwatering and perfectly cooked lobster, finishing with a so yummy date pudding.”March 2025
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Deep south social brunch Net +1
“We have enjoyed Deep South Social Brunch so much. And what impressed us is quality of the food and drinks and to make things even better the live music set the right vibe for us and also felt so welcomed by an entire staff who took our experience to the next level , big thanks to Sheilla and Humphrey.”
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Review excerpts
“We have enjoyed Deep South Social Brunch so much. And what impressed us is quality of the food and drinks and to make things even better the live music set the right vibe for us and also felt so welcomed by an entire staff who took our experience to the next level , big thanks to Sheilla and Humphrey.”February 2024
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Edame beans Net +1
“The Thai green mussels I enjoyed thoroughly and the edame beans. Then southern fried chicken on other hand was a disappointment or very average.”
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Review excerpts
“The Thai green mussels I enjoyed thoroughly and the edame beans. Then southern fried chicken on other hand was a disappointment or very average.”October 2023
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Lamp chops Net +1
“We went for a brunch with my friend and had a really gd time over there indulging into yammy food, seafood tower and lamp chops were my faves.”
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“We went for a brunch with my friend and had a really gd time over there indulging into yammy food, seafood tower and lamp chops were my faves.”October 2025
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Lobster Net +1
“Everything was simply delicious from the starters, so fresh and tasty oysters, followed by an absolutely mouthwatering and perfectly cooked lobster, finishing with a so yummy date pudding.”
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Review excerpts
“Everything was simply delicious from the starters, so fresh and tasty oysters, followed by an absolutely mouthwatering and perfectly cooked lobster, finishing with a so yummy date pudding.”March 2025
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Mussels flatbread Net +1
“The dessert was delicious, and the non-alcoholic mango daiquiri was refreshing. We also enjoyed the mussels flatbread and the roasted peppers.”
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“The dessert was delicious, and the non-alcoholic mango daiquiri was refreshing. We also enjoyed the mussels flatbread and the roasted peppers.”July 2025
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Pan seared fish Net +1
“Really enjoyed the pan seared fish , it’s was amazing and the chef really did cook it perfectly to your liking .”
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“Really enjoyed the pan seared fish , it’s was amazing and the chef really did cook it perfectly to your liking .”November 2025
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Pasta with the italian sausage Net +1
“The pasta with the Italian sausage was good.”
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Review excerpts
“The pasta with the Italian sausage was good.”October 2023
Honorable mentions (7)
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Roasted peppers Net +1
“The dessert was delicious, and the non-alcoholic mango daiquiri was refreshing. We also enjoyed the mussels flatbread and the roasted peppers.”
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Review excerpts
“The dessert was delicious, and the non-alcoholic mango daiquiri was refreshing. We also enjoyed the mussels flatbread and the roasted peppers.”July 2025
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Salmon carpaccio Net +1
“Exceptional brunch food. Selection of starters were the highlight. Incredible. Salmon Carpaccio, Oysters, Burratta, Tuna Tostados etc. All so delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“Exceptional brunch food. Selection of starters were the highlight. Incredible. Salmon Carpaccio, Oysters, Burratta, Tuna Tostados etc. All so delicious.”April 2021
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Seafood tower starter Net +1
“Absolutely fantastic brunch at Saturday’s Deep South Social. Incredible cocktails for a whiskey gal like myself, fantastic wood-fired food and live entertainment - my dad loved this place, and the band even let me make a request for his song “The Gambler”. I’m not a seafood gal, but the seafood tower starter - which comes with a bit of theatre - is the sort of showstopper that sets this place apart from other brunches in Dubai. Big shout-out to Rosina for making my visit so memorable (I’m the belated birthday girl with all the nieces and nephews). She looked after me well and kept the delicious cocktails coming! Will be missing you all when I’m back at work in freezing Glasgow on Wednesday!”
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Review excerpts
“Absolutely fantastic brunch at Saturday’s Deep South Social. Incredible cocktails for a whiskey gal like myself, fantastic wood-fired food and live entertainment - my dad loved this place, and the band even let me make a request for his song “The Gambler”. I’m not a seafood gal, but the seafood tower starter - which comes with a bit of theatre - is the sort of showstopper that sets this place apart from other brunches in Dubai. Big shout-out to Rosina for making my visit so memorable (I’m the belated birthday girl with all the nieces and nephews). She looked after me well and kept the delicious cocktails coming! Will be missing you all when I’m back at work in freezing Glasgow on Wednesday!”November 2025
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Thai green mussels Net +1
“The Thai green mussels I enjoyed thoroughly and the edame beans. Then southern fried chicken on other hand was a disappointment or very average.”
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Review excerpts
“The Thai green mussels I enjoyed thoroughly and the edame beans. Then southern fried chicken on other hand was a disappointment or very average.”October 2023
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Tuna tostados Net +1
“Exceptional brunch food. Selection of starters were the highlight. Incredible. Salmon Carpaccio, Oysters, Burratta, Tuna Tostados etc. All so delicious.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Exceptional brunch food. Selection of starters were the highlight. Incredible. Salmon Carpaccio, Oysters, Burratta, Tuna Tostados etc. All so delicious.”April 2021
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Warm beignets Net +1
“Awesome brunch. Asim looked after us fantastically. Food was excellent - especially the warm beignets. Well worth a visit”
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Review excerpts
“Awesome brunch. Asim looked after us fantastically. Food was excellent - especially the warm beignets. Well worth a visit”April 2026
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Steak with peppercorn sauce Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“The steak with peppercorn sauce. The steak was done with perfection however the sauce wasn’t really pepper like.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 2
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Cold pint of beer Net +1
“And also bar chips I love so much, it’s perfect with a cold pint of beer!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“And also bar chips I love so much, it’s perfect with a cold pint of beer!”April 2025
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Non-alcoholic mango daiquiri Net +1
“The dessert was delicious, and the non-alcoholic mango daiquiri was refreshing. We also enjoyed the mussels flatbread and the roasted peppers.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The dessert was delicious, and the non-alcoholic mango daiquiri was refreshing. We also enjoyed the mussels flatbread and the roasted peppers.”July 2025
What to Avoid (4)
Food 4
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Lamb chops Net −1
“Also had the lamb chops. We asked to have it done well done but was so pink.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Also had the lamb chops. We asked to have it done well done but was so pink.”October 2023
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Pasta with the lobster Net −1
“The mains I order the pasta with the lobster. It said it had chilli but was not chilli or hot. I ordered more chillies to put in and they were so mild.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The mains I order the pasta with the lobster. It said it had chilli but was not chilli or hot. I ordered more chillies to put in and they were so mild.”October 2023
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Southern fried chicken Net −1
“The Thai green mussels I enjoyed thoroughly and the edame beans. Then southern fried chicken on other hand was a disappointment or very average.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The Thai green mussels I enjoyed thoroughly and the edame beans. Then southern fried chicken on other hand was a disappointment or very average.”October 2023
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Vegan burger Net −1
“6 people in our party, general food quality was very average for the price. Several guests had steaks that were extremely difficult to chew. One guest had a vegan burger served cold and later suffered with upset stomach.”
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Critical review excerpts
“6 people in our party, general food quality was very average for the price. Several guests had steaks that were extremely difficult to chew. One guest had a vegan burger served cold and later suffered with upset stomach.”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow Time. For brunch or quieter services, allow extra time for food: one guest waited around 90 minutes for small plates.
Choose Terrace. Ask for outdoor terrace seating if the canal and skyline view is a priority, especially for an evening visit.
Use Valet. Use the hotel entrance valet when driving; a review says parking is free for FireLake guests.
Check Vouchers. For the Deep South Social brunch, check whether Entertainer vouchers apply, as one guest found this improved the value.
Mention Dietary Needs. Tell the team about vegetarian requirements when ordering; a reviewer received help finding clean vegetarian options.
Bring Children. Families can ask about the kids menu, which one review says came with a colouring set and a surprise box.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marasi Dr
Business Bay, 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 – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Uneven Service
Service can vary sharply: one recent visit had no visible waitstaff while the hostess handled seating and serving alone.
Long Waits
A pizza and pasta order took 40–50 minutes despite the restaurant being less than half full.
Value Concerns
One group found portions small for the price, while another described the overall food quality as average for the cost.
Food Inconsistency
A dinner group reported extremely chewy steaks and a cold vegan burger, followed by an upset stomach.
Construction Views
The canal view can be affected by nearby construction, according to one visitor.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
120 AED
two starters and 3 cocktails
“120 AED for two starters and 3 cocktails which was well worth the price”Google review · October 2023
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The Bottom Line
FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar is a canal-side restaurant in Business Bay built around smoky, North American-inspired grill food and cocktails. The clearest reason to book is the Deep South Social brunch: guests mention a seafood tower, live-grill mains, desserts, flowing drinks and live music, with the terrace adding a city-and-canal backdrop. The brunch is often praised for fresh starters, grilled seafood and generous portions.
The seafood tower is the recurring standout, while other reviews call out warm beignets, pan-seared fish and lamb chops. Dinner has range too, from pizza and pasta to steaks, prawns and lobster, though food consistency is not flawless. Atmosphere depends on the setting.
The outdoor terrace is the appealing choice when the weather works, and the music is generally lively without being painfully loud. Families are catered for with a kids menu, colouring set and surprise box. Drivers can use the reported free valet at the Radisson Blu entrance.
Service is the main variable. Many brunch guests describe fast, attentive care, but others report understaffing, delayed dishes and long waits. If timing matters, ask about current service conditions and allow breathing room; a pizza-and-pasta order once took 40–50 minutes.
Also check the bill and portion expectations, as value reviews are mixed.