The Bombay Club

Name: The Bombay Club
Address: Jumeirah Marsa - Ground Floor, Umm Suqeim, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971800323232

Umm Suqeim

Restaurant Closed 0 800 323 232

The Bombay Club is a fine-dining Indian restaurant in Umm Suqeim, serving traditional dishes with modern twists. Reviews point to the butter chicken and lamb biryani as useful starting points, while the terrace and harbour setting suit a special dinner.

Reputation Score

4.5

★★★★★

147 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Signature Dishes

Butter chicken and lamb biryani are repeatedly highlighted, with one diner calling the biryani exceptionally memorable.

Vegetarian Choice

Vegetarian diners can choose from several substantial dishes, including jackfruit kofta, beetroot kebabs and saag paneer.

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What to Eat at The Bombay Club

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of The Bombay Club, 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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Butter chicken Net +6

“So was the butter chicken.”
Biryani Net +3

“The Biryani was also creative.”
Dahl Net +2

“The Food is Amazing, Must Try Lamb Chops, Dal, Butter Chicken, Dried Mashroom and Raj Kachori. So delicious.”

Honorable mentions (37)

Baked guinea fowl samosa Net +1

“The Baked Guinea Fowl Samosa was crisp, unique, and full of flavor, followed by an excellent Homemade Paneer Tikka and Tandoori Wagyu Beef Cheek, both cooked to perfection.”
Beef cheek Net +1

“My server, Rahul, was very informative about the dishes and helped me choose the restaurant’s signature items — the beef cheek is a must-try, and the cheese naan Mychelle recommended was absolutely out of this world.”
Beef tikka Net +1

“Prawn Balchao, Beef Tikka and Butter Chicken were stand outs.”
Beetroot kababs Net +1

“We ordered Beetroot Kababs which was something Unique to taste.”
Bohri lamb biryani Net +1

“We wrapped up with a rich and aromatic Bohri Lamb Biryani that was absolutely delicious.”
Butter chicken curry Net +1

“I did enjoy the lamb biryani, butter chicken curry, and lamb wings, but the flavors didn’t justify the cost.”
Chargha Net +1

“The Chargha and Konkani Lamb Chops were also excellent — smoky, juicy, and full of flavor.”
Cheese and chilli naan Net +1

“Delicious food. So good, that I forgot to take pics of the butter chicken, the cheese and chilli naan, The lamb korma, and the prawn curry.”
Cheese naan Net +1

“My server, Rahul, was very informative about the dishes and helped me choose the restaurant’s signature items — the beef cheek is a must-try, and the cheese naan Mychelle recommended was absolutely out of this world.”
Dabeli roti Net +1

“Each dish is a creative blend of tradition and innovation—Dabeli roti that melts in your mouth.”
Dried mashroom Net +1

“The Food is Amazing, Must Try Lamb Chops, Dal, Butter Chicken, Dried Mashroom and Raj Kachori. So delicious.”
Goan prawn balchao Net +1

“My husband absolutely loved the Malai Tandoori Lobster, while I preferred the Goan Prawn Balchao — perfectly spiced, tangy, and just delicious.”
Homemade paneer tikka Net +1

“The Homemade Paneer Tikka was truly exceptional—made in-house from fresh milk, right at the restaurant. It was incredibly soft, melt-in-the-mouth, and packed with flavor. This rare, handcrafted version of paneer stood out for its freshness and texture, making it one of the best I’ve ever had.”
Hyderabadi daal Net +1

“In Main course we had Saag Paneer ki Sabji with soft garlic butter naan and rhen Veg Pualo with Hyderabadi Daal. Quantity and Quality both were excellent.”
Jackfruit kofta Net +1

“Great menu as it has lot of options for the vegetarian selection specially the jackfruit kofta was a star.”
Kebab caju Net +1

“The kebab Caju that she recommended was delicious, a very unique dish.”
Konkani lamb chops Net +1

“The Chargha and Konkani Lamb Chops were also excellent — smoky, juicy, and full of flavor.”
Laddoos Net +1

“We ended with a plate of Rabri with saffron and pistachio, mini gujiyas, and laddoos — sweet, festive, and everything Diwali should taste like.”
Lamb biryani Net +1

“I did enjoy the lamb biryani, butter chicken curry, and lamb wings, but the flavors didn’t justify the cost.”
Lamb korma Net +1

“Delicious food. So good, that I forgot to take pics of the butter chicken, the cheese and chilli naan, The lamb korma, and the prawn curry.”
Lamb shank Net +1

“Succulent Lamb Shank as a artistic contribution and once the tasty cover was off the aroma that poured out was beyond belief.”
Lamb wings Net +1

“I did enjoy the lamb biryani, butter chicken curry, and lamb wings, but the flavors didn’t justify the cost.”
Malai tandoori lobster Net +1

“My husband absolutely loved the Malai Tandoori Lobster, while I preferred the Goan Prawn Balchao — perfectly spiced, tangy, and just delicious.”
Mini gujiyas Net +1

“We ended with a plate of Rabri with saffron and pistachio, mini gujiyas, and laddoos — sweet, festive, and everything Diwali should taste like.”
Phaldari chaat Net +1

“Then came the Phaldari Chaat, which was light and refreshing.”
Prawn balchao Net +1

“Prawn Balchao, Beef Tikka and Butter Chicken were stand outs.”
Prawn curry Net +1

“Delicious food. So good, that I forgot to take pics of the butter chicken, the cheese and chilli naan, The lamb korma, and the prawn curry.”
Rabri with saffron and pistachio Net +1

“We ended with a plate of Rabri with saffron and pistachio, mini gujiyas, and laddoos — sweet, festive, and everything Diwali should taste like.”
Saag paneer ki sabji Net +1

“In Main course we had Saag Paneer ki Sabji with soft garlic butter naan and rhen Veg Pualo with Hyderabadi Daal. Quantity and Quality both were excellent.”
Smoked butter chicken Net +1

“We had the Tomahawk which was just incredible. As was the smoked butter chicken. Both some of the greatest dishes I’ve ever had.”
Soft garlic butter naan Net +1

“In Main course we had Saag Paneer ki Sabji with soft garlic butter naan and rhen Veg Pualo with Hyderabadi Daal. Quantity and Quality both were excellent.”
Tandoori lobster Net +1

“The Tandoori Lobster was equally impressive—succulent, smoky, and beautifully seasoned.”
Tandoori wagyu beef cheek Net +1

“The Tandoori Wagyu Beef Cheek was another standout—beautifully tender, juicy, and bursting with rich tandoori flavors. It was marinated to perfection, finished in the tandoor, and had just the right amount of smoky char that elevated every bite. A bold and flavorful dish that truly delivered.”
Tomahawk Net +1

“We had the Tomahawk which was just incredible. As was the smoked butter chicken. Both some of the greatest dishes I’ve ever had.”
Veg pualo Net +1

“In Main course we had Saag Paneer ki Sabji with soft garlic butter naan and rhen Veg Pualo with Hyderabadi Daal. Quantity and Quality both were excellent.”
Vegetable kebab Net +1

“We ordered a few starters and mains, the vegetable Kebab was really good and the other dishes were quite basic.”
Raj kachori Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The Food is Amazing, Must Try Lamb Chops, Dal, Butter Chicken, Dried Mashroom and Raj Kachori. So delicious.”

Drinks 1

Masala chai Net +1

“And the masala chai… one of the best in Dubai ☕️✨”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Check Availability. Ask what is currently available before choosing mains, since one family found many dishes unavailable.

Try Small Plates. If you want to sample the menu, start with small plates; one diner specifically preferred them to the larger meal format.

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Practical details

Jumeirah Marsa - Ground Floor

Al Arab - Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai

0 800 323 232

Mon	Closed
Tue	Closed
Wed	Closed
Thu	Closed
Fri	6:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat	6:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun	Closed

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Common Concerns

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Availability Issues

One family found that many main dishes were unavailable during their visit, limiting the menu more than expected.

Inconsistent Cooking

Some diners found dishes underwhelming, citing semi-cooked paneer tikka, poor-quality bread and prawns in a tomato-heavy sauce.

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The Bottom Line

The Bombay Club is a fine-dining Indian restaurant in Umm Suqeim, with a polished setting and a menu that mixes familiar dishes with more inventive interpretations. It is worth considering for a special dinner, especially if butter chicken, lamb biryani or creative small plates appeal to you. The outdoor setting is a recurring highlight, with reviews mentioning a romantic terrace, harbour views and a relaxed atmosphere.

There is plenty for vegetarian diners, including jackfruit kofta, beetroot kebabs and saag paneer. Other named standouts include Goan Prawn Balchao, Tandoori Wagyu Beef Cheek and masala chai. The service is usually described as warm and attentive, with staff explaining dishes and helping guests navigate the menu.

Dietary requests also received a positive mention from a diner with dairy and lactose intolerance. The experience is not entirely consistent. Some guests found the food lacking authentic flavour or criticised specific dishes such as semi-cooked paneer tikka, rubbery prawns and poor-quality bread.

Another visit involved a wait of more than 30 minutes, courses arriving separately, small portions and several unavailable mains. Check availability before ordering, and ask about cake flavours or dietary details in advance.