Warm service
Staff are repeatedly described as attentive, friendly and welcoming from arrival through the meal.
The Banc Dubai - Restaurant & Bar
Business Bay
The Banc Dubai is a restaurant, bar and lounge in Business Bay with stylish indoor and outdoor seating, canal views and a lively evening atmosphere. Reviews point to the Sunday Roast and the unusual chance to pair shisha with a cocktail.
Reputation Score
5.0
★★★★★
3,599 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Sunday Roast
The roast is a standout: reviews mention tender beef, crispy potatoes and fluffy Yorkshire pudding, with generous portions on one visit.
Canal setting
The canal-side location, warm lighting and outdoor seating give dinners a distinctly scenic backdrop.
Shisha pairing
It is one of the reviewed venues where guests can enjoy shisha and cocktails in the same evening.
Balanced music
DJs create energy without consistently overwhelming conversation; one review specifically praised the volume.
Creative mocktails
The non-alcoholic cocktails are described as refreshing, creative and attractively presented.
Late snacks
Midnight snacks are available for late visitors and were called a worthwhile way to finish the evening.
What to Eat at The Banc Dubai - Restaurant & Bar 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 The Banc Dubai - Restaurant & Bar, 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 The Banc Dubai - Restaurant & Bar got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Crispy potatoes Net +2
“Sunday Roast was 10/10, juicy roast, crispy potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire pudding, and the Caesar salad was so fresh.”
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“Sunday Roast was 10/10, juicy roast, crispy potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire pudding, and the Caesar salad was so fresh.”August 2026
“The Yorkshire pudding, crispy potatoes and fresh vegetables made the meal even better.”July 2026
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Pesto pasta Net +2
“Every dish we ordered was outstanding. The pesto pasta was perfectly cooked with rich, fresh flavors and a wonderful balance of textures.”
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“Every dish we ordered was outstanding. The pesto pasta was perfectly cooked with rich, fresh flavors and a wonderful balance of textures.”July 2026
“We loved the pesto pasta and salmon, and the apple strudel was the perfect dessert.”July 2026
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Roast beef Net +2
“We went on Sunday and really enjoyed it – the roast beef and chicken were tender and flavourful, paired with a fresh salad.”
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“We went on Sunday and really enjoyed it – the roast beef and chicken were tender and flavourful, paired with a fresh salad.”May 2026
“The roast beef was perfectly cooked, tender and full of flavour, and all the traditional sides were delicious.”July 2026
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Yorkshire pudding Net +2
“The Yorkshire pudding, crispy potatoes and fresh vegetables made the meal even better.”
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“The Yorkshire pudding, crispy potatoes and fresh vegetables made the meal even better.”July 2026
“Sunday Roast was 10/10, juicy roast, crispy potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire pudding, and the Caesar salad was so fresh.”August 2026
Honorable mentions (20)
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Apple crumble dessert Net +1
“To finish, the apple crumble dessert was warm, comforting, and the perfect end to the meal.”
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“To finish, the apple crumble dessert was warm, comforting, and the perfect end to the meal.”July 2026
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Apple pie Net +1
“We also tried the Apple Pie for dessert and it was so good!”
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“We also tried the Apple Pie for dessert and it was so good!”July 2026
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Apple strudel Net +1
“We loved the pesto pasta and salmon, and the apple strudel was the perfect dessert.”
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“We loved the pesto pasta and salmon, and the apple strudel was the perfect dessert.”July 2026
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Asia string salad Net +1
“I started with a fresh and delicious Asia String salad, followed by Pesto Fusilli and Tomato Penne pasta dishes that were cooked perfectly and full of flavour.”
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“I started with a fresh and delicious Asia String salad, followed by Pesto Fusilli and Tomato Penne pasta dishes that were cooked perfectly and full of flavour.”July 2026
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Baked potato Net +1
“The slow-cooked beef was incredibly tender, the baked potato was delicious, and the cheese bread reminded me of Brazilian pão de queijo.”
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“The slow-cooked beef was incredibly tender, the baked potato was delicious, and the cheese bread reminded me of Brazilian pão de queijo.”July 2026
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Baklava smash Net +1
“Lastly the baklava smash was a unique concept. Im pretty sure that the ice cream was made with real cream.”
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“Lastly the baklava smash was a unique concept. Im pretty sure that the ice cream was made with real cream.”June 2026
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Bbq chicken Net +1
“The BBQ chicken was nice - light meal at night. Serving was a bit small but the quality made up for it.”
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“The BBQ chicken was nice - light meal at night. Serving was a bit small but the quality made up for it.”June 2026
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Bean sprouts salad Net +1
“The salmon was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious, and the bean sprouts salad was fresh, flavourful, and the perfect accompaniment.”
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“The salmon was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious, and the bean sprouts salad was fresh, flavourful, and the perfect accompaniment.”July 2026
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Berry bonita Net +1
“We also enjoyed two refreshing mojitos, Mango & Passion and Berry Bonita the which complemented everything really well.”
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“We also enjoyed two refreshing mojitos, Mango & Passion and Berry Bonita the which complemented everything really well.”July 2026
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Caesar salad Net +1
“Sunday Roast was 10/10, juicy roast, crispy potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire pudding, and the Caesar salad was so fresh.”
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“Sunday Roast was 10/10, juicy roast, crispy potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire pudding, and the Caesar salad was so fresh.”August 2026
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Cheese bread Net +1
“The slow-cooked beef was incredibly tender, the baked potato was delicious, and the cheese bread reminded me of Brazilian pão de queijo.”
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“The slow-cooked beef was incredibly tender, the baked potato was delicious, and the cheese bread reminded me of Brazilian pão de queijo.”July 2026
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Chicken barbecue Net +1
“The chicken barbecue was tender and perfect. The three course meal with salad, drinks, and ice cream was really enjoyable. Loved the pistachio and chocolate flavors.”
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“The chicken barbecue was tender and perfect. The three course meal with salad, drinks, and ice cream was really enjoyable. Loved the pistachio and chocolate flavors.”June 2026
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Garlic shrimp Net +1
“If im craving those garlic shrimp the next day then I know the garlic sauce hit my taste buds.”
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“If im craving those garlic shrimp the next day then I know the garlic sauce hit my taste buds.”June 2026
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Mango & passion Net +1
“We also enjoyed two refreshing mojitos, Mango & Passion and Berry Bonita the which complemented everything really well.”
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“We also enjoyed two refreshing mojitos, Mango & Passion and Berry Bonita the which complemented everything really well.”July 2026
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Pesto fusilli Net +1
“I started with a fresh and delicious Asia String salad, followed by Pesto Fusilli and Tomato Penne pasta dishes that were cooked perfectly and full of flavour.”
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“I started with a fresh and delicious Asia String salad, followed by Pesto Fusilli and Tomato Penne pasta dishes that were cooked perfectly and full of flavour.”July 2026
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Salmon entrée Net +1
“The salmon entrée was incredibly tender, beautifully presented, and complemented by a delicious sauce.”
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“The salmon entrée was incredibly tender, beautifully presented, and complemented by a delicious sauce.”July 2026
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Slow-cooked beef Net +1
“The slow-cooked beef was incredibly tender, the baked potato was delicious, and the cheese bread reminded me of Brazilian pão de queijo.”
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“The slow-cooked beef was incredibly tender, the baked potato was delicious, and the cheese bread reminded me of Brazilian pão de queijo.”July 2026
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Sticky toffee pudding Net +1
“The sticky toffee pudding with ice cream was the perfect ending.”
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“The sticky toffee pudding with ice cream was the perfect ending.”July 2026
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Three course meal Net +1
“The chicken barbecue was tender and perfect. The three course meal with salad, drinks, and ice cream was really enjoyable. Loved the pistachio and chocolate flavors.”
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“The chicken barbecue was tender and perfect. The three course meal with salad, drinks, and ice cream was really enjoyable. Loved the pistachio and chocolate flavors.”June 2026
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Tomato penne Net +1
“I started with a fresh and delicious Asia String salad, followed by Pesto Fusilli and Tomato Penne pasta dishes that were cooked perfectly and full of flavour.”
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“I started with a fresh and delicious Asia String salad, followed by Pesto Fusilli and Tomato Penne pasta dishes that were cooked perfectly and full of flavour.”July 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Sunday roast. Plan a Sunday visit if roast is your priority; reviews highlight tender beef, crispy potatoes and Yorkshire pudding.
Outdoor seating. Ask for an outdoor table if you want a relaxed garden setting, canal views and shisha during the evening.
Check the DJ. A DJ usually shapes the evening atmosphere, but reviews say the music can remain conversation-friendly.
Drive easily. If you are driving, one visitor reported easy parking and little traffic around the venue.
Late bites. Late-night visitors should ask about the midnight snacks, which one review specifically recommends trying.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Renaissance Hotel - 188 Marasi Dr
Business Bay, Dubai
| Mon | 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 1:00 PM – 4:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Small serving
One reviewer found the BBQ chicken portion a little small, despite rating its quality positively.
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The Bottom Line
The Banc Dubai is a stylish restaurant, bar and lounge in Business Bay, suited to dinners, dates and relaxed drinks by the canal. You can order dishes such as salmon, pasta and salads, then add cocktails, shisha or dessert. The Sunday Roast is a clear draw, with reviews calling out tender roast beef, crispy potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and generous portions.
The setting does much of the work: warm, dim lighting, modern interiors, outdoor seating and canal or waterfront views. A DJ brings energy in the evening, but several guests say the volume still allows normal conversation. That makes the venue flexible for a lively night out or a quieter catch-up, depending on where you sit and when you visit.
Non-alcoholic cocktails and creative signature drinks also receive specific praise. Service is one of the strongest recurring themes, with staff described as attentive, professional and welcoming from the entrance onward. For practical planning, one reviewer found parking easy and traffic light around the venue.
If you arrive late, ask about the midnight snacks. The main caution is portion size: one guest found the BBQ chicken serving small, although they still rated its quality highly. There are no customer-reported prices in the supplied reviews.
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