Food quality
The spread prioritises well-cooked, fresh dishes over sheer size, with steak, salmon and stewed lamb repeatedly highlighted.
Sloane's
Dubai Marina
Sloane’s is a buffet restaurant in Dubai Marina with an open show kitchen and indoor or outdoor seating. Reviews point to well-executed steak, lamb, sushi and seafood, plus live stations where dishes such as pasta or steak can be prepared to your preferences.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
692 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Live stations
Chefs prepare steak, pasta and other dishes to order; one review says guests were asked about steak doneness, pasta and sauce.
Desserts
Desserts are a recurring highlight, from cakes and ice cream to knafe, snow cones and Middle Eastern sweets.
Marina views
Outdoor tables overlook the Marina canal, with yachts passing by and the Cayan Tower visible across the water.
Attentive service
At least one lunch review describes table-assigned service that cleared plates, refilled drinks and reset utensils without being asked.
Accessibility
A repeat guest using a wheelchair said staff consistently helped with mobility and remembered their preferences.
Quiet setting
The buffet was described as more intimate and relaxed than similarly priced alternatives, with comfortable Saturday lunchtime conditions.
Family friendly
A brunch review mentions a kids’ play zone with magicians and PlayStations, making the format easier for family groups.
What to Eat at Sloane's 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 Sloane's, 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 Sloane's got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 5
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Sushi Net +7
“The sushi was fresh and delicious, the seafood selection was impressive, and the roasts were perfectly cooked.”
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“The sushi was fresh and delicious, the seafood selection was impressive, and the roasts were perfectly cooked.”February 2025
“Sushi and grilled station was my favorite! Desserts too.”November 2024
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Lamb chops Net +2
“Options were limited this time compared to a few years ago however their steak and lamb chops were really perfectly cooked and very delicious.”
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“Options were limited this time compared to a few years ago however their steak and lamb chops were really perfectly cooked and very delicious.”May 2026
“The lamb chops were prepared medium well and I love the flavour of fresh herbs on it.”May 2019
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Rip-eye steak Net +2
“The quality of lamp and ribeye is good, the chef also did a great job.”
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“The quality of lamp and ribeye is good, the chef also did a great job.”July 2026
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Roast beef Net +2
“Roast beef was one of my favorites!”
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“Roast beef was one of my favorites!”December 2020
“Loved the tenderloin steak, prawns and roast beef!”February 2024
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Salmon Net +2
“I especially loved the steak, prawns, and salmon—they were all cooked perfectly and full of flavor.”
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“I especially loved the steak, prawns, and salmon—they were all cooked perfectly and full of flavor.”July 2026
Honorable mentions (28)
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Beef wellington Net +1
“Next to the grill section was the roast section with dishes like a very good for a buffet Beef Wellington, roast turkey, roast duck, and other roast classics with trimmings.”
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“Next to the grill section was the roast section with dishes like a very good for a buffet Beef Wellington, roast turkey, roast duck, and other roast classics with trimmings.”November 2022
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Chicken and lobia casserole Net +1
“They had some very interesting dishes for their main courses like thai red duck curry, Chicken roulade, chicken and lobia casserole, Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce etc. I like the fact that they had some different dishes which I haven’t tasted anywhere else and they all tasted good.”
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“They had some very interesting dishes for their main courses like thai red duck curry, Chicken roulade, chicken and lobia casserole, Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce etc. I like the fact that they had some different dishes which I haven’t tasted anywhere else and they all tasted good.”May 2019
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Chicken roulade Net +1
“They had some very interesting dishes for their main courses like thai red duck curry, Chicken roulade, chicken and lobia casserole, Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce etc. I like the fact that they had some different dishes which I haven’t tasted anywhere else and they all tasted good.”
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Review excerpts
“They had some very interesting dishes for their main courses like thai red duck curry, Chicken roulade, chicken and lobia casserole, Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce etc. I like the fact that they had some different dishes which I haven’t tasted anywhere else and they all tasted good.”May 2019
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Crispy hash browns Net +1
“They had a nice spread: – Fresh fruit and fresh juices – Arabic mezzes and labneh with za’atar – Indian options like paratha and chana masala – Fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns – And yes, a full English section for the classics”
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“They had a nice spread: – Fresh fruit and fresh juices – Arabic mezzes and labneh with za’atar – Indian options like paratha and chana masala – Fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns – And yes, a full English section for the classics”July 2025
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Date pudding Net +1
“I enjoyed most of what I eat And my favourites were the date pudding , rasgulla, knafe & snow cone.”
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“I enjoyed most of what I eat And my favourites were the date pudding , rasgulla, knafe & snow cone.”May 2019
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Delicious vegan burger Net +1
“I am going into the happiest food coma EVER. I loaded a plate with all of these wonderful vegan salad items... baba ganoush, grilled zucchini, delicious ripe to.atoes and smooth hummus... and then the staff brought me a delicious vegan burger!”
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“I am going into the happiest food coma EVER. I loaded a plate with all of these wonderful vegan salad items... baba ganoush, grilled zucchini, delicious ripe to.atoes and smooth hummus... and then the staff brought me a delicious vegan burger!”March 2022
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Fluffy pancakes Net +1
“They had a nice spread: – Fresh fruit and fresh juices – Arabic mezzes and labneh with za’atar – Indian options like paratha and chana masala – Fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns – And yes, a full English section for the classics”
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Review excerpts
“They had a nice spread: – Fresh fruit and fresh juices – Arabic mezzes and labneh with za’atar – Indian options like paratha and chana masala – Fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns – And yes, a full English section for the classics”July 2025
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Fresh fruit Net +1
“They had a nice spread: – Fresh fruit and fresh juices – Arabic mezzes and labneh with za’atar – Indian options like paratha and chana masala – Fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns – And yes, a full English section for the classics”
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“They had a nice spread: – Fresh fruit and fresh juices – Arabic mezzes and labneh with za’atar – Indian options like paratha and chana masala – Fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns – And yes, a full English section for the classics”July 2025
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Fresh juices Net +1
“They had a nice spread: – Fresh fruit and fresh juices – Arabic mezzes and labneh with za’atar – Indian options like paratha and chana masala – Fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns – And yes, a full English section for the classics”
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Review excerpts
“They had a nice spread: – Fresh fruit and fresh juices – Arabic mezzes and labneh with za’atar – Indian options like paratha and chana masala – Fluffy pancakes and crispy hash browns – And yes, a full English section for the classics”July 2025
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Grill prawns Net +1
“What a experience,salad mutton chops,ribs eye,steaks,grill prawns,or fish. Very nice variety and quality food. Its my 2nd visit and delightly enjoyed twice.”
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“What a experience,salad mutton chops,ribs eye,steaks,grill prawns,or fish. Very nice variety and quality food. Its my 2nd visit and delightly enjoyed twice.”April 2026
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Grilled fish Net +1
“Food was all good in terms of quality and taste. They got a lot of choices from sushi, curry, steak, grilled fish and roasts. Loads of desserts to choose from and it's absolutely yummy!”
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“Food was all good in terms of quality and taste. They got a lot of choices from sushi, curry, steak, grilled fish and roasts. Loads of desserts to choose from and it's absolutely yummy!”July 2022
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Knafe Net +1
“I enjoyed most of what I eat And my favourites were the date pudding , rasgulla, knafe & snow cone.”
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“I enjoyed most of what I eat And my favourites were the date pudding , rasgulla, knafe & snow cone.”May 2019
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Lamb kebab Net +1
“The lamb kebab was also prepared medium well and it tasted amazing with mint chutney.”
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“The lamb kebab was also prepared medium well and it tasted amazing with mint chutney.”May 2019
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Lamp Net +1
“The quality of lamp and ribeye is good, the chef also did a great job.”
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“The quality of lamp and ribeye is good, the chef also did a great job.”July 2026
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Lobster tail Net +1
“Amazing food. Lobster tail and scallos r my favorite.”
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“Amazing food. Lobster tail and scallos r my favorite.”May 2022
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Mangosteen Net +1
“I would like to give emphasis on the fruits table as well as they offer exotic varieties like Rambutan and Mangosteen which are all expensive from the groceries.”
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“I would like to give emphasis on the fruits table as well as they offer exotic varieties like Rambutan and Mangosteen which are all expensive from the groceries.”March 2023
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Mutton chops Net +1
“What a experience,salad mutton chops,ribs eye,steaks,grill prawns,or fish. Very nice variety and quality food. Its my 2nd visit and delightly enjoyed twice.”
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“What a experience,salad mutton chops,ribs eye,steaks,grill prawns,or fish. Very nice variety and quality food. Its my 2nd visit and delightly enjoyed twice.”April 2026
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Oysters Net +1
“Oysters are fresh.”
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“Oysters are fresh.”May 2022
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Pasta Net +1
“The food is delicious most especially the live cooking station for steaks and pasta. They asked us in detail how do we like the steak to be cooked and what pasta do we need to the kind of sauces that we would like.”
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“The food is delicious most especially the live cooking station for steaks and pasta. They asked us in detail how do we like the steak to be cooked and what pasta do we need to the kind of sauces that we would like.”March 2023
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Pizza Net +1
“Even the pizza is a must try as well. They had a lot varieties which includes Indian, Japanese, Italian, etccc”
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“Even the pizza is a must try as well. They had a lot varieties which includes Indian, Japanese, Italian, etccc”March 2023
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Rambutan Net +1
“I would like to give emphasis on the fruits table as well as they offer exotic varieties like Rambutan and Mangosteen which are all expensive from the groceries.”
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“I would like to give emphasis on the fruits table as well as they offer exotic varieties like Rambutan and Mangosteen which are all expensive from the groceries.”March 2023
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Rasgulla Net +1
“I enjoyed most of what I eat And my favourites were the date pudding , rasgulla, knafe & snow cone.”
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“I enjoyed most of what I eat And my favourites were the date pudding , rasgulla, knafe & snow cone.”May 2019
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Scallops Net +1
“Amazing food. Lobster tail and scallos r my favorite.”
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“Amazing food. Lobster tail and scallos r my favorite.”May 2022
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Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce Net +1
“They had some very interesting dishes for their main courses like thai red duck curry, Chicken roulade, chicken and lobia casserole, Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce etc. I like the fact that they had some different dishes which I haven’t tasted anywhere else and they all tasted good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“They had some very interesting dishes for their main courses like thai red duck curry, Chicken roulade, chicken and lobia casserole, Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce etc. I like the fact that they had some different dishes which I haven’t tasted anywhere else and they all tasted good.”May 2019
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Smooth hummus Net +1
“I am going into the happiest food coma EVER. I loaded a plate with all of these wonderful vegan salad items... baba ganoush, grilled zucchini, delicious ripe to.atoes and smooth hummus... and then the staff brought me a delicious vegan burger!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I am going into the happiest food coma EVER. I loaded a plate with all of these wonderful vegan salad items... baba ganoush, grilled zucchini, delicious ripe to.atoes and smooth hummus... and then the staff brought me a delicious vegan burger!”March 2022
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Snow cone Net +1
“I enjoyed most of what I eat And my favourites were the date pudding , rasgulla, knafe & snow cone.”
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Review excerpts
“I enjoyed most of what I eat And my favourites were the date pudding , rasgulla, knafe & snow cone.”May 2019
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Tenderloin steak Net +1
“Loved the tenderloin steak, prawns and roast beef!”
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Review excerpts
“Loved the tenderloin steak, prawns and roast beef!”February 2024
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Thai red duck curry Net +1
“They had some very interesting dishes for their main courses like thai red duck curry, Chicken roulade, chicken and lobia casserole, Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce etc. I like the fact that they had some different dishes which I haven’t tasted anywhere else and they all tasted good.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“They had some very interesting dishes for their main courses like thai red duck curry, Chicken roulade, chicken and lobia casserole, Slow cooked lamb leg with prune sauce etc. I like the fact that they had some different dishes which I haven’t tasted anywhere else and they all tasted good.”May 2019
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Red wine Net +1
“Had a lot of international cuisines under the same roof and you get dazzled with the presentation, lovely atmosphere and the tasty food, desserts and particularly the red wine.”
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“Had a lot of international cuisines under the same roof and you get dazzled with the presentation, lovely atmosphere and the tasty food, desserts and particularly the red wine.”November 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Book terrace. Reserve early if you want an al fresco table; reviewers say outdoor seating sells quickly and has the Marina view.
Save room. Leave space for dessert: the station is repeatedly praised, including cakes, ice cream and Middle Eastern sweets.
Go early. For breakfast, arriving before 9am was reported as a quieter option with less crowding.
Check schedule. If seafood is your main reason for visiting, confirm the buffet schedule first; one guest found the seafood buffet unavailable on Thursday.
Use live stations. Ask the chefs to tailor steak doneness, pasta and sauce rather than relying only on the ready-made buffet dishes.
Use valet. Valet parking is available, useful when visiting for a large brunch or dinner spread.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Emreef street, Grosvenor House Dubai
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Limited selection
Several reviews found the buffet narrower than larger international spreads, even when the available dishes were well prepared.
Seafood gaps
One reviewer wanted a broader shellfish range, while another specifically noted the absence of lobster.
Slow service
A lunch buffet guest found service slower than expected and advised being prepared for a wait.
Weak drinks
At one brunch, drink choices were limited and several mixed drinks were judged too strong; mojitos were the safer choice.
Uneven desserts
Not every dessert review is glowing: one buffet guest found the dessert section less impressive than the rest of the spread.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
around 280 AED
dinner buffet per person
“Overall, the dinner buffet per person costed around 280 AED and its value proposition was strong”Google review · March 2026
around 400 AED per person after discount
brunch
“It’s not a cheap brunch—around 400 AED per person after discount—but definitely worth it if you enjoy seafood and a vibrant atmosphere”Google review · June 2025
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The Bottom Line
Sloane’s is a buffet restaurant in Dubai Marina, particularly appealing if you want a broad meal without sacrificing cooking quality. The buffet has sushi, seafood, roasts and grilled meats, while live stations prepare items such as steak and pasta to your preferences. Steak, prawns, salmon, lamb chops and the curry station are among the dishes reviewers mention most positively.
Dessert deserves its own strategy: several guests say to save room, with cakes, ice cream, knafe and other Middle Eastern sweets appearing in the reviews. Outdoor tables look over the Marina canal and passing yachts, while the indoor room is described as intimate and softly lit. Valet parking is available, and one brunch review mentions a kids’ play zone with magicians and PlayStations.
The main trade-off is breadth. Some reviewers found the selection smaller than larger international buffets, and one wanted more seafood and shellfish; lobster was specifically missed in another visit. Service is usually a strength, though a lunch guest experienced a slower pace, and brunch drinks received criticism for limited choice and overly strong mixes.
Reported prices include around 280 AED per person for a dinner buffet and around 400 AED per person after discount for brunch, so checking the current format and seafood schedule before booking is sensible.