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Miss Tess
Business Bay
Miss Tess is an Asian restaurant in Business Bay serving progressive Chinese, Japanese and Thai dishes alongside cocktails and live entertainment. Reviews make it especially appealing for dinner-and-show evenings, with sushi, dim sum, birthday celebrations and Burj Khalifa views all receiving attention.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
925 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh Sushi
Multiple reviews single out the sushi for freshness, careful presentation and high-quality ingredients.
City Views
Outdoor tables can offer a Burj Khalifa view, adding a strong visual reason to request terrace seating.
Celebrations
Birthday and anniversary visits can receive thoughtful touches, including surprise cakes and table-side attention.
Dish Variety
The menu covers Japanese, Chinese and Thai favourites, with reviewers praising dishes from beef fillet to papaya salad and dim sum.
Family Friendly
Reviews mention children enjoying the live Asian performances, making the venue workable for family celebrations as well as adult nights out.
What to Eat at Miss Tess 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 Miss Tess, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Miss Tess, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Beef fillet Net +2
“Food was so good Chef Nilesh really did a great job everything was so flavorful and my favorite is the Beef fillet so yum!”
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“Food was so good Chef Nilesh really did a great job everything was so flavorful and my favorite is the Beef fillet so yum!”February 2026
“1) beef fillet: PHENOMINAL 100/10”November 2025
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Dim sum Net +2
“The package offered a great variety—sushi, dim sum, and other Asian fusion dishes that were full of flavor and beautifully presented.”
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“The package offered a great variety—sushi, dim sum, and other Asian fusion dishes that were full of flavor and beautifully presented.”June 2025
“The sushi was fresh, the dim sum was perfect, and all the Asian fusion dishes were bursting with flavor! 🍣🥟 Cocktails were on point 🍹, service was top‑notch from the chef to the manager, and the music set the perfect vibe. 🎶”August 2025
Honorable mentions (34)
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After dark dinner package Net +1
“Had the after dark dinner package , food is top quality and large portions”
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“Had the after dark dinner package , food is top quality and large portions”May 2026
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Can’t make up my mind sampler Net +1
“We got the prawn pad Thai and the Thai green curry along with the Can’t make up my mind sampler, all were delicious!”
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“We got the prawn pad Thai and the Thai green curry along with the Can’t make up my mind sampler, all were delicious!”November 2022
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Cheesecake Net +1
“And the cheesecake Pure indulgence—creamy, rich, and the perfect finale.”
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“And the cheesecake Pure indulgence—creamy, rich, and the perfect finale.”May 2025
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Cod fillet Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious—savory and full of flavor. We particularly loved the Crispy Chicken Chilli, Pad Thai (vegetable), and Cod Fillet, so much so that we went back for second rounds of all three 😋”
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“The food was absolutely delicious—savory and full of flavor. We particularly loved the Crispy Chicken Chilli, Pad Thai (vegetable), and Cod Fillet, so much so that we went back for second rounds of all three 😋”March 2025
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Crispy calamari Net +1
“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”
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“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”May 2023
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Crispy chicken chilli Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious—savory and full of flavor. We particularly loved the Crispy Chicken Chilli, Pad Thai (vegetable), and Cod Fillet, so much so that we went back for second rounds of all three 😋”
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“The food was absolutely delicious—savory and full of flavor. We particularly loved the Crispy Chicken Chilli, Pad Thai (vegetable), and Cod Fillet, so much so that we went back for second rounds of all three 😋”March 2025
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Cucumber garlic Net +1
“1) cucumber garlic: good taste but the cucumbers we cut too thick and would have been better if marinated for longer”
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“1) cucumber garlic: good taste but the cucumbers we cut too thick and would have been better if marinated for longer”November 2025
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Duck Net +1
“The Asian fusion food was flavorful, especially the sushi and duck, and the cocktails were super creative.”
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“The Asian fusion food was flavorful, especially the sushi and duck, and the cocktails were super creative.”May 2025
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Edamame Net +1
“A special mention has to go to their edamame—it is genuinely the best I’ve ever had. It may seem like a simple dish, but they season it perfectly, and it’s something I look forward to ordering every time I visit.”
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“A special mention has to go to their edamame—it is genuinely the best I’ve ever had. It may seem like a simple dish, but they season it perfectly, and it’s something I look forward to ordering every time I visit.”July 2026
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Eden Net +1
“The al carte non-alcoholic options are really good , I truly enjoyed the Eden one which supposed to be a mix of fresh juices as per the waitress. It was well balance with right amount of acidity, there was an umami after taste which was just pleasant.”
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“The al carte non-alcoholic options are really good , I truly enjoyed the Eden one which supposed to be a mix of fresh juices as per the waitress. It was well balance with right amount of acidity, there was an umami after taste which was just pleasant.”February 2025
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Entree platter Net +1
“The Strand it dishes would be the lamb chops and the entree platter.”
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“The Strand it dishes would be the lamb chops and the entree platter.”November 2022
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Honey chicken Net +1
“We ordered the Honey Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Tom Yum Soup, Fried Rice, Rice Pot, Papaya Salad, Crab Salad, and two different types of sushi. Honestly, every single dish was delicious. The Honey Chicken had the perfect balance of sweetness and crispiness, while the Spicy Chicken was packed with flavor without being overpowering.”
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“We ordered the Honey Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Tom Yum Soup, Fried Rice, Rice Pot, Papaya Salad, Crab Salad, and two different types of sushi. Honestly, every single dish was delicious. The Honey Chicken had the perfect balance of sweetness and crispiness, while the Spicy Chicken was packed with flavor without being overpowering.”July 2026
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Imperial chicken Net +1
“The prawn crackers and imperial chicken didn't fail to amaze us.”
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“The prawn crackers and imperial chicken didn't fail to amaze us.”October 2022
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Japanese dimsums Net +1
“The Japanese dimsums were delicate and flavorful, while the prawns and chicken starters were packed with bold, delicious flavors.”
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“The Japanese dimsums were delicate and flavorful, while the prawns and chicken starters were packed with bold, delicious flavors.”May 2025
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Lamb chops Net +1
“The Strand it dishes would be the lamb chops and the entree platter.”
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“The Strand it dishes would be the lamb chops and the entree platter.”November 2022
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Night brunch Net +1
“I love this place ! We had the night brunch amazing Burj khalifa view outside area and inside you have amazing love shows. The food is delecious with a great selection and the drinks were perfectly made 😋😍”
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“I love this place ! We had the night brunch amazing Burj khalifa view outside area and inside you have amazing love shows. The food is delecious with a great selection and the drinks were perfectly made 😋😍”April 2026
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Nigiri Net +1
“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”
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“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”May 2023
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Pad thai (vegetable) Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious—savory and full of flavor. We particularly loved the Crispy Chicken Chilli, Pad Thai (vegetable), and Cod Fillet, so much so that we went back for second rounds of all three 😋”
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“The food was absolutely delicious—savory and full of flavor. We particularly loved the Crispy Chicken Chilli, Pad Thai (vegetable), and Cod Fillet, so much so that we went back for second rounds of all three 😋”March 2025
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Pad thai chicken Net +1
“Food wise I went for the Pad Thai chicken which was tasty, however, the noodle was slightly over cooked and the portion was quiet disappointing.”
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“Food wise I went for the Pad Thai chicken which was tasty, however, the noodle was slightly over cooked and the portion was quiet disappointing.”February 2025
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Papaya salad Net +1
“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”
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“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”May 2023
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Peony Net +1
“They truly enjoyed their drinks the peony was one of their favourites.”
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“They truly enjoyed their drinks the peony was one of their favourites.”February 2025
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Prawn crackers Net +1
“The prawn crackers and imperial chicken didn't fail to amaze us.”
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“The prawn crackers and imperial chicken didn't fail to amaze us.”October 2022
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Prawn pad thai Net +1
“We got the prawn pad Thai and the Thai green curry along with the Can’t make up my mind sampler, all were delicious!”
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“We got the prawn pad Thai and the Thai green curry along with the Can’t make up my mind sampler, all were delicious!”November 2022
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Sashimi Net +1
“While the venue and live performances were nice, the food and alcohol were at best mid. I only like the sashimi.”
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“While the venue and live performances were nice, the food and alcohol were at best mid. I only like the sashimi.”June 2026
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Secret brunch Net +1
“I'm already planning my next visit because I enjoyed the Secret Brunch here so much. The ambiance is electric, and the variety of Japanese, Chinese, and Thai dishes are simply superb.”
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“I'm already planning my next visit because I enjoyed the Secret Brunch here so much. The ambiance is electric, and the variety of Japanese, Chinese, and Thai dishes are simply superb.”June 2024
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Spicy chicken Net +1
“We ordered the Honey Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Tom Yum Soup, Fried Rice, Rice Pot, Papaya Salad, Crab Salad, and two different types of sushi. Honestly, every single dish was delicious. The Honey Chicken had the perfect balance of sweetness and crispiness, while the Spicy Chicken was packed with flavor without being overpowering.”
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“We ordered the Honey Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Tom Yum Soup, Fried Rice, Rice Pot, Papaya Salad, Crab Salad, and two different types of sushi. Honestly, every single dish was delicious. The Honey Chicken had the perfect balance of sweetness and crispiness, while the Spicy Chicken was packed with flavor without being overpowering.”July 2026
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Sticky toffee pudding Net +1
“1) sticky toffee pudding: was good”
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“1) sticky toffee pudding: was good”November 2025
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Sushi platter Net +1
“This was followed by a sushi platter and dimsums, both of which exceeded expectations. The sushi was fresh, beautifully presented, and paired with complementary sauces that enhanced the flavors without overpowering them.”
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“This was followed by a sushi platter and dimsums, both of which exceeded expectations. The sushi was fresh, beautifully presented, and paired with complementary sauces that enhanced the flavors without overpowering them.”September 2025
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Thai curry Net +1
“Personally loved the free shots game. An elite place for celebrating a special occasion. Totally recommend their Thai curry and mocktails.”
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“Personally loved the free shots game. An elite place for celebrating a special occasion. Totally recommend their Thai curry and mocktails.”May 2019
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Thai curry chicken Net +1
“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”
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“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”May 2023
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Thai green curry Net +1
“We got the prawn pad Thai and the Thai green curry along with the Can’t make up my mind sampler, all were delicious!”
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“We got the prawn pad Thai and the Thai green curry along with the Can’t make up my mind sampler, all were delicious!”November 2022
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Tofu stir fry Net +1
“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”
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“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”May 2023
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Wonton Net +1
“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”
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“We ordered Papaya Salad, wonton, Thai curry chicken, Nigiri, crispy calamari and tofu stir fry. All of it was up to the mark.”May 2023
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Tom yum soup Net 0
Mixed feedback
“We ordered the Honey Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Tom Yum Soup, Fried Rice, Rice Pot, Papaya Salad, Crab Salad, and two different types of sushi. Honestly, every single dish was delicious. The Honey Chicken had the perfect balance of sweetness and crispiness, while the Spicy Chicken was packed with flavor without being overpowering. The Tom Yum Soup was rich, aromatic, and tasted incredibly authentic.”
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“We ordered the Honey Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Tom Yum Soup, Fried Rice, Rice Pot, Papaya Salad, Crab Salad, and two different types of sushi. Honestly, every single dish was delicious. The Honey Chicken had the perfect balance of sweetness and crispiness, while the Spicy Chicken was packed with flavor without being overpowering. The Tom Yum Soup was rich, aromatic, and tasted incredibly authentic.”July 2026
What to Avoid (5)
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Chicken dumplings Net −1
“The chicken dumplings on the ladies night menu as per my friends taste nothing like chicken more like fish, unless the waitress gave wrong information on the dish?”
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“The chicken dumplings on the ladies night menu as per my friends taste nothing like chicken more like fish, unless the waitress gave wrong information on the dish?”February 2025
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Pad thai Net −1
“The fish I would rate the lowest would be the pad Thai, which was sweet and strange.”
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“The fish I would rate the lowest would be the pad Thai, which was sweet and strange.”November 2022
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Plain white rice Net −1
“Had bottomless brunch like a 3 course meal. Also who serves plain white rice at a brunch? Asian food deserves more light and please hire more staffs!”
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“Had bottomless brunch like a 3 course meal. Also who serves plain white rice at a brunch? Asian food deserves more light and please hire more staffs!”June 2026
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Platter of small bitings Net −1
“I went for the ladies night on Monday which is a great deal, 4 drinks and a platter of small bitings( which I felt could be improved as it was lacking in creativity and taste) which is available for AED 98 , a great buy!”
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“I went for the ladies night on Monday which is a great deal, 4 drinks and a platter of small bitings( which I felt could be improved as it was lacking in creativity and taste) which is available for AED 98 , a great buy!”May 2021
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Wagyu beef Net −1
“2) wagyu beef: never had wagyu cut that thick.. threw me off. Flavor was okay but the thick cut messed with the flavor”
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“2) wagyu beef: never had wagyu cut that thick.. threw me off. Flavor was okay but the thick cut messed with the flavor”November 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Ahead. Reserve early for Friday nights and busy weekends, especially if you want outdoor seating or are bringing a group.
Ask About Spice. If you avoid spicy food, ask the team to guide you; one review found much of the à la carte menu spicy.
Request Outdoors. Ask for an outdoor table if the Burj Khalifa view matters to you; reviews specifically praise the outside area and terrace.
Check Packages. Before booking a brunch or ladies-night package, confirm the food, drink and non-alcoholic options so they match your preferences.
Expect Noise. Choose a quieter dinner slot or seating away from the performances if conversation is more important than the show.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Taj Dubai - Burj Khalifa St
Business Bay, Dubai
Common Concerns
Brunch Service
A large Saturday group reported missing additional dishes, repeated requests and service that felt scattered when the venue was full.
High Pricing
Some diners felt the food and drinks did not justify the cost, especially for brunch and cocktails.
Loud Music
The lively soundtrack can make conversation difficult, particularly for groups seated during performances.
Inconsistent Food
Food quality is not uniformly praised: one diner found the beef fillet excellent but questioned the cucumber, wagyu and tom yum.
Small Drinks
Several reviews describe cocktails as weak or disappointing in size relative to their price.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 400 per person
Saturday brunch
“AED 400 per person for the Saturday brunch”Google review · June 2026
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The Bottom Line
Miss Tess is a Business Bay restaurant for Asian food with a built-in night out. You can order sushi, dim sum, Thai dishes and Chinese-inspired mains, then stay for singers, dancers, DJs and cultural performances. The After Dark Brunch is a recurring draw, while birthday and anniversary visits often get extra attention such as a surprise cake.
Food feedback is strongest around fresh sushi, dim sum, beef fillet, crispy chicken chilli and Pad Thai, though consistency varies. One diner called the beef fillet “PHENOMINAL” but found other starters less convincing; another enjoyed only the sashimi at a Saturday brunch. Cocktails are described as creative by some reviewers, but others found them weak or small for the price.
The atmosphere is vibrant rather than hushed. Outdoor seating brings Burj Khalifa views, and children have reportedly enjoyed the performances, but loud music can make group conversation difficult. Service is often warm and attentive, yet a full Saturday brunch with a group of more than 20 led to missed dishes and scattered service.
Book ahead for busy Fridays and weekends, and ask about spice levels and package inclusions before committing.