Live entertainment
Greek dancing, music and plate smashing turn dinner into an interactive show.
Opa Dubai
Trade Centre
Opa Dubai is a Greek restaurant in Trade Centre built around traditional food and a lively dinner show. Guests come for dishes such as hummus and seafood, then join Greek dancing and plate smashing, making it more suited to celebrations and energetic evenings than quiet meals.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
2,636 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh seafood
Fresh seafood was a standout for one recent visitor, alongside the Greek mezes.
Celebrations
Birthdays are a strong fit, with reviews describing memorable parties and shows.
Food quality
Several diners praised the food, including tender chicken and well-prepared dishes.
Welcoming staff
Reviews often describe attentive, friendly service that helps guests join the activity.
Family dining
The entertainment can work well for families, especially children over eight during the stated evening window.
What to Eat at Opa Dubai 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 Opa Dubai, 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 Opa Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 8
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Hummus Net +3
“The food was exceptional — authentic Mediterranean and Greek flavours with fresh ingredients, from delicious hummus and grilled meats to perfectly cooked mains.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was exceptional — authentic Mediterranean and Greek flavours with fresh ingredients, from delicious hummus and grilled meats to perfectly cooked mains.”January 2026
“The hummus was exceptionally good and the lamb chops were nice and tender.”December 2022
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Greek salad Net +2
“I took 2 Greek salad, pita and hummus and the sea bass (it big enough for couple for sharing) and I recommend everything.”
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Review excerpts
“I took 2 Greek salad, pita and hummus and the sea bass (it big enough for couple for sharing) and I recommend everything.”March 2025
“The Greek salad was fresh and flavorful, and the passion fruit drink was perfectly refreshing.”January 2026
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Baklava Net +1
“Food is very good and some of the items like the baklava is innovative.”
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Review excerpts
“Food is very good and some of the items like the baklava is innovative.”January 2021
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Fried chicken from mains Net +1
“Fried chicken from Mains was the best.”
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Review excerpts
“Fried chicken from Mains was the best.”July 2026
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Lamb chops Net +1
“The hummus was exceptionally good and the lamb chops were nice and tender. Most perfect medium-well piece of meat I’ve ever had!”
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Review excerpts
“The hummus was exceptionally good and the lamb chops were nice and tender. Most perfect medium-well piece of meat I’ve ever had!”December 2022
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Mai tais Net +1
“The Mai Tais were great.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Mai Tais were great.”December 2025
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Pita Net +1
“I took 2 Greek salad, pita and hummus and the sea bass (it big enough for couple for sharing) and I recommend everything.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I took 2 Greek salad, pita and hummus and the sea bass (it big enough for couple for sharing) and I recommend everything.”March 2025
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Sea bass Net +1
“I took 2 Greek salad, pita and hummus and the sea bass (it big enough for couple for sharing) and I recommend everything.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I took 2 Greek salad, pita and hummus and the sea bass (it big enough for couple for sharing) and I recommend everything.”March 2025
Drinks 1
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Passion fruit drink Net +1
“The Greek salad was fresh and flavorful, and the passion fruit drink was perfectly refreshing.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Greek salad was fresh and flavorful, and the passion fruit drink was perfectly refreshing.”January 2026
What to Avoid (1)
Food 1
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Lamb shoulder Net −1
“I had the lamb shoulder was disappointing. Meat was hard no flavour”
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Critical review excerpts
“I had the lamb shoulder was disappointing. Meat was hard no flavour”October 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Book late. For the liveliest entertainment, consider a 10pm booking rather than an early dinner.
Reserve ahead. Reserve before a weekend visit, when the restaurant can be fairly busy.
Check duration. Ask about the table limit before booking; one review says the stay is restricted to two hours.
Stamp parking. If using the reported free valet parking, remember to stamp the paper.
Ask about menus. Groups may be placed on a set menu, so confirm the arrangement before accepting a large-party booking.
Check kids hours. For children, confirm the stated 7pm–10pm window before planning a family visit.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Zayed Rd
Trade Center First, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Booking issues
Conflicting booking information has caused serious problems, including a nearly hour-long wait for a table.
Loud atmosphere
The plate smashing and show make conversation difficult if you want a quiet dinner.
High pricing
One diner found the meal expensive for the setting, while another said the food did not match the price.
Service delays
A birthday visit included a wait of more than 30 minutes for drinks and a missed celebration detail.
Mixed dishes
The lamb shoulder was reported as hard and lacking flavour, despite the lively atmosphere.
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The Bottom Line
Opa Dubai is a Greek restaurant in Trade Centre where dinner comes with a built-in performance. You can order Greek mezes, fresh seafood, hummus or dishes such as sea bass, then expect music, traditional dancing and plate smashing to pull diners into the action. That makes it a natural choice for birthdays, anniversaries and groups who want an animated night rather than a quiet meal.
Food feedback is generally strong but not completely consistent. Guests have praised fresh, flavorful dishes, generous portions and especially tender chicken; one diner called the lamb shoulder hard and bland, while another felt the food was only average for the price. The setting also divides opinion: some love the Greek-inspired atmosphere, while one review found the windowless interior enclosed and more like a wedding hall than a premium venue.
Plan ahead. Reviews mention two-hour table slots, booking information that can conflict, and long waits in some visits, so confirm the reservation details and timing. The entertainment becomes more active around 10pm, and the room can get loud and messy.
Reported practical details include free valet parking with a required stamp, alcohol service, and a 7pm–10pm window for children. Plate smashing is part of the experience, but additional plates may need to be purchased.