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Manila 21
Deira
Manila 21 is a Filipino night club and resto bar in Deira, known for live bands, audience-friendly entertainment and dishes such as pancit bihon and crispy pata. You can settle in with drinks, Filipino food and billiards, though the music and nightclub atmosphere are not especially quiet.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
287 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Filipino food
Filipino dishes including crispy pata, lechon kawali and pancit bihon give the menu a clear draw for Pinoy food fans.
Helpful service
Several reviews describe accommodating staff, quick service and attentive table clearing during busy visits.
Billiards
Billiards gives you something to do while waiting for the live band, with one review reporting tokens at 5dhs.
Spacious room
The venue is described as spacious, with lighting that is less dim than many other bars.
Celebrations
Large groups can become part of the show, including birthday greetings and audience games on stage.
Accessible setting
A reviewer found the location easy to reach in Rigga and described it as being near the metro.
Tips for a Better Visit
Arrive early. Come before the band starts if you want a quieter meal; one visit at 6:40pm was quiet before the 9:30pm set.
Check promotions. Confirm free-drink terms and last order directly before relying on a TikTok offer.
Expect noise. Choose another venue if you need easy conversation, as the sound may be loud once entertainment begins.
Set buffet expectations. Treat the buffet as a compact Filipino spread rather than a large selection; crispy pata and pancit bihon were specific highlights.
Ask about seating. For a large group, ask about sightlines before settling in because corner tables may make performers harder to see.
Try billiards. If you arrive before the entertainment, billiards can fill the wait before the live band starts.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Avenue Hotel - M - Floor - Al Rigga Rd
Al Muraqqabat - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Loud music
The sound can be intense, and one review says the bar is not well soundproofed.
Limited buffet
The buffet has been criticised for few choices, limited desserts and no real wow factor.
Promo confusion
A customer expected free drinks until midnight but was told service had ended before then, after seeing a TikTok promotion.
Security concerns
Some visitors found a bouncer or security member rude and uncomfortable to deal with.
Uneven DJ set
Two reviews criticised the DJ for playing unsuitable songs and not responding to requests.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
43aed
buffet
“The buffet cost 43aed”Google review · August 2024
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The Bottom Line
Manila 21 is a Filipino night club and resto bar in Deira built around live entertainment rather than a quiet dinner. Visitors can eat Filipino favourites such as crispy pata, lechon kawali and pancit bihon, listen to a live band, join comedian-led audience activities, or play billiards while waiting for the music. It is a natural fit for groups, birthdays and anyone looking for a Pinoy bar atmosphere.
The entertainment is the strongest reason to come. Reviews describe singers, singer-dancers, comedians and bands as highly engaging, with audience participation, birthday shout-outs and games making some nights feel like an event. The room is spacious and, according to one review, brighter than many other bars.
Service is often described as friendly and attentive, including staff clearing dirty plates promptly. Food feedback is mixed. Some diners enjoyed the buffet and lauriat meals, but others found the buffet choices limited, with few desserts; crispy pata and pancit bihon received the clearest dish-specific praise.
Check promotional details before going, especially free-drink offers seen on TikTok. Music can become very loud, and there are complaints about rude security and an uneven DJ set, so arrive early if you prefer a calmer meal and easier conversation.