Fusion dishes
Lebanese and Latin American flavours come together in distinctive dishes such as hummus chimichurri and shawarma empanadas.
Soul Kitchen Dubai
Business Bay
Soul Kitchen Dubai is a Business Bay restaurant-bar built around Lebanese and Latin American fusion, live music and an evening atmosphere that grows livelier as the night goes on. Reviews point to dishes such as shawarma empanadas and hummus chimichurri, alongside creative cocktails and regular live performances.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
977 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Live music
Live bands, DJs and themed nights are a major part of the experience, from soul and Motown to jazz and house.
Creative cocktails
Cocktails are repeatedly described as balanced and inventive, with the peach margarita receiving a specific recommendation.
Sharing portions
Several reviews found the portions well suited to sharing, making it easier to try the cross-cultural menu with friends.
Warm hospitality
Many diners describe the welcome as attentive and thoughtful, including staff who explain the dishes and restaurant concept.
Late-night energy
The room can shift from a seated dinner to dancing later in the evening, especially around midnight.
What to Eat at Soul Kitchen 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 Soul Kitchen Dubai, 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 Soul Kitchen Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Ceviche with tabbouleh Net +3
“We especially loved the ceviche taboulé, and honestly every dish we tried was delicious.”
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“We especially loved the ceviche taboulé, and honestly every dish we tried was delicious.”March 2026
“Every dish was unforgettable: the hummus with chimichurri (mind-blowing), ceviche with tabbouleh, empanadas, and a perfectly cooked steak, paired with a peach-infused margarita that brought everything together.”October 2025
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Hummus chimichurri Net +3
“The hummus chimichurri is an absolute wow moment — familiar yet completely different.”
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“The hummus chimichurri is an absolute wow moment — familiar yet completely different.”June 2026
“Definitely recommend hummus chimiccuri, arepa, tenderloin with truffle!!!”January 2026
Honorable mentions (19)
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Appetizer of three types of eggplant Net +1
“The cuisine is beyond praise (especially note the appetizer of three types of eggplant, the burrata with peaches, and the tartares).”
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“The cuisine is beyond praise (especially note the appetizer of three types of eggplant, the burrata with peaches, and the tartares).”April 2025
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Arepa Net +1
“Definitely recommend hummus chimiccuri, arepa, tenderloin with truffle!!!”
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“Definitely recommend hummus chimiccuri, arepa, tenderloin with truffle!!!”January 2026
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Bacon churros Net +1
“And dessert sealed the deal, bacon churros paired with labneh ice cream. Unexpected and absolutely worth it.”
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“And dessert sealed the deal, bacon churros paired with labneh ice cream. Unexpected and absolutely worth it.”May 2026
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Beef tenderloin Net +1
“Beef tenderloin was cooked to perfection.”
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“Beef tenderloin was cooked to perfection.”July 2025
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Burrata with peaches Net +1
“The cuisine is beyond praise (especially note the appetizer of three types of eggplant, the burrata with peaches, and the tartares).”
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“The cuisine is beyond praise (especially note the appetizer of three types of eggplant, the burrata with peaches, and the tartares).”April 2025
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Carni burger Net +1
“For the main, I went with the carni burger… honestly, no words do it justice.”
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“For the main, I went with the carni burger… honestly, no words do it justice.”May 2026
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Crispy shawarma empanadas Net +1
“I especially loved the hummus, grilled octopus , crispy shawarma empanadas which was cooked to perfection.”
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“I especially loved the hummus, grilled octopus , crispy shawarma empanadas which was cooked to perfection.”July 2025
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Eggplant appetizer Net +1
“I’ve had the best eggplant appetizer in my life and the peach margarita is not to miss out on.”
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“I’ve had the best eggplant appetizer in my life and the peach margarita is not to miss out on.”May 2026
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Grilled octopus Net +1
“I especially loved the hummus, grilled octopus , crispy shawarma empanadas which was cooked to perfection.”
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“I especially loved the hummus, grilled octopus , crispy shawarma empanadas which was cooked to perfection.”July 2025
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Hummus Net +1
“I especially loved the hummus, grilled octopus , crispy shawarma empanadas which was cooked to perfection.”
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“I especially loved the hummus, grilled octopus , crispy shawarma empanadas which was cooked to perfection.”July 2025
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Hummus with tenderloin Net +1
“The sea bass ceviche with avocado and ginger dressing is refreshing and perfectly balanced, and the hummus with tenderloin - super tasty.”
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“The sea bass ceviche with avocado and ginger dressing is refreshing and perfectly balanced, and the hummus with tenderloin - super tasty.”July 2025
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Labneh ice cream Net +1
“And dessert sealed the deal, bacon churros paired with labneh ice cream. Unexpected and absolutely worth it.”
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“And dessert sealed the deal, bacon churros paired with labneh ice cream. Unexpected and absolutely worth it.”May 2026
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Sea bass ceviche with avocado and ginger dressing Net +1
“The sea bass ceviche with avocado and ginger dressing is refreshing and perfectly balanced, and the hummus with tenderloin - super tasty.”
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“The sea bass ceviche with avocado and ginger dressing is refreshing and perfectly balanced, and the hummus with tenderloin - super tasty.”July 2025
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Seabass in coconut sauce Net +1
“The seabass in coconut sauce is a must-try - absolutely amazing!”
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“The seabass in coconut sauce is a must-try - absolutely amazing!”March 2025
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Shawarma empanadas Net +1
“The shawarma empanadas are pure genius, combining two beloved classics into one unforgettable bite.”
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“The shawarma empanadas are pure genius, combining two beloved classics into one unforgettable bite.”June 2026
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Tahini and labneh with cookie crumble Net +1
“Dessert—the tahini and labneh with cookie crumble—was a brilliant finale, creamy, nutty, and beautifully balanced.”
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“Dessert—the tahini and labneh with cookie crumble—was a brilliant finale, creamy, nutty, and beautifully balanced.”October 2025
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Tenderloin with truffle Net +1
“Definitely recommend hummus chimiccuri, arepa, tenderloin with truffle!!!”
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“Definitely recommend hummus chimiccuri, arepa, tenderloin with truffle!!!”January 2026
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Wagyu arepas Net +1
“Every single dish we had was a chef-kissed, but our favorite is the wagyu arepas and the wagyu beef tatami with the carrot purée.”
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“Every single dish we had was a chef-kissed, but our favorite is the wagyu arepas and the wagyu beef tatami with the carrot purée.”July 2026
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Wagyu beef tatami with the carrot purée Net +1
“Every single dish we had was a chef-kissed, but our favorite is the wagyu arepas and the wagyu beef tatami with the carrot purée.”
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“Every single dish we had was a chef-kissed, but our favorite is the wagyu arepas and the wagyu beef tatami with the carrot purée.”July 2026
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Peach-infused margarita Net +2
“Every dish was unforgettable: the hummus with chimichurri (mind-blowing), ceviche with tabbouleh, empanadas, and a perfectly cooked steak, paired with a peach-infused margarita that brought everything together.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Every dish was unforgettable: the hummus with chimichurri (mind-blowing), ceviche with tabbouleh, empanadas, and a perfectly cooked steak, paired with a peach-infused margarita that brought everything together.”October 2025
“I’ve had the best eggplant appetizer in my life and the peach margarita is not to miss out on.”May 2026
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Arak bellini Net +1
“The variety is impressive, and I highly recommend trying the Arak Bellini – a refreshing twist that'll leave your taste buds dancing.”
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“The variety is impressive, and I highly recommend trying the Arak Bellini – a refreshing twist that'll leave your taste buds dancing.”December 2023
What to Avoid (1)
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Red snapper Net −1
“I’m attaching a photo of the Red Snapper I was served for $55, which speaks for itself.”
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“I’m attaching a photo of the Red Snapper I was served for $55, which speaks for itself.”January 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Pick your zone. Choose the central area for dancing and energy, or the adjacent area for a calmer seated meal with clear music.
Expect dancing. For a quieter dinner, go earlier; the atmosphere reportedly becomes more dance-focused around midnight.
Try ceviche. Order the tabbouleh ceviche or sea bass ceviche if you want a fresh, distinctive introduction to the menu.
Share dishes. Bring friends and share several plates: one review specifically found the portions suited to trying different dishes together.
Check brunch flow. If visiting for Saturday brunch, allow extra time for the buffet queue and be prepared for slower drinks service.
Check the bill. Confirm water and other charges before ordering, since one diner reported paying $10 for a bottle of water.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Soul Kitchen Dubai - Marasi Dr
Business Bay, Dubai
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | Closed |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent service
One diner found the floor team inattentive after moving tables and left without ordering more food.
Small portions
A negative review described the portions as very small and considered the food poorly executed.
Price concerns
One guest felt the food cost more than expected, while another reported a $10 charge for a bottle of water.
Brunch queues
The Saturday brunch buffet was described as good, but its queue was too long and drinks service was slow.
Close tables
Tables can be close enough that nearby conversations are easy to hear, making it difficult to hear your own table.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
$55
Red Snapper
“I’m attaching a photo of the Red Snapper I was served for $55, which speaks for itself”Google review · January 2026
$10
bottle of water
“To make things worse, I was charged $10 for a bottle of water that I wasn’t even allowed to take with me”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Soul Kitchen Dubai brings Lebanese and Latin American ideas together in a restaurant-bar setting in Business Bay. It suits diners who want a meal with a soundtrack: reviews highlight the hummus chimichurri, shawarma empanadas, tabbouleh ceviche and creative cocktails, while live bands and DJs turn dinner into a longer evening out. The food has plenty of distinctive combinations.
Diners have praised wagyu arepas, sea bass ceviche with avocado and ginger dressing, and bacon churros with labneh ice cream. Several reviewers say the portions work well for sharing, so a group can explore more of the menu rather than committing to one main each. Music is central to the experience.
Jazz, soul, Motown, R&B and house nights all appear in the reviews, and the room may shift from relaxed conversation to dancing around midnight. There are reportedly two main areas: a livelier central space and a calmer adjacent section. A nearby club, Reunion, was also mentioned for after-dinner plans.
Service is praised far more often than criticised, but it is not entirely consistent. One guest found staff inattentive after moving tables, and another felt the food was small and overpriced. Saturday brunch can involve a long buffet queue and slow drinks service, so check current arrangements and the bill carefully.