The MAINE Land Brasserie Restaurant, Business Bay Dubai

Name: The MAINE Land Brasserie Restaurant, Business Bay Dubai
Address: The Opus by Omniyat - Ground Floor - Al A'amal St, Business Bay, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97145776680

Business Bay

Restaurant Open now 04 577 6680

The MAINE Land Brasserie is a modern brasserie in Business Bay, centred on steaks and seafood. Reviews point to fresh oysters and a lively dinner setting with music, while the set lunch menu is noted as good value.

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4.8

★★★★★

1,994 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Fresh Oysters

Oysters are repeatedly praised for their freshness, richness and flavour.

Strong Steaks

Tenderloin, filet mignon and ribeye receive especially favourable mentions for flavour and cooking.

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What to Eat at The MAINE Land Brasserie Restaurant, Business Bay Dubai

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of The MAINE Land Brasserie Restaurant, Business Bay Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 6

Oysters Net +12

“The oysters were especially fresh and tasty.”
Fish tacos Net +5

“The seafood was exquisite, everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. My absolute favorite was the fish tacos, they were delicious and definitely a must try!”
Cocktails Net +3

“We loved the cocktails. Each one was delicious and well-crafted.”
600G of ribeye steak for two Net +2

“• Ribeye Steak for Two – Ousmane’s top recommendation, and he was 100% right. Cooked medium to perfection, served dramatically on a salt rack, juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Honestly one of the best steaks in town.”
Filet mignon Net +2

“The food was delicious specially the Steak Filet Mignon and the ambiance was very relaxing.”
Salmon tartar Net +2

“The salmon tartare was light, fresh, and full of flavor, and the tacos were just as impressive.”

Honorable mentions (33)

48Hr short ribs Net +1

“And the 48hr short ribs were not braised for 48 hours but they tasted nice.”
Angry lobster pasta Net +1

“The tenderloin was buttery and flavourful with an impressive crust, and the Angry Lobster Pasta delivered robust, bold flavour without ever crossing into the 'fishy' territory that can be off-putting.”
Artichoke Net +1

“The portions are generous and they have delicious artichoke!”
Beef ragu pappardelle Net +1

“The beef ragu pappardelle (7.5/10) was prety good, rich sauce and perfectly cooked pasta.”
Beetroot salad Net +1

“Lentil salad and the beetroot salad are really good.”
Birthday slice Net +1

“The crab & avocado salad was beautifully balanced, and even the birthday slice was a lovely touch.”
Caesar salad Net +1

“Delicious salmon tartar, oysters, fish and cauliflowers tacos, Caesar salad.”
Cauliflowers tacos Net +1

“Delicious salmon tartar, oysters, fish and cauliflowers tacos, Caesar salad.”
Charred sprouts Net +1

“In our party we had the 600g of ribeye steak for two, accompanied by broccoli stems, triple-cooked fries & my personal favourite, charred sprouts, which were excellent; a mix of chargrilled and cream with lemon, honey & parmesan cheese. Excellent.”
Crab & avocado salad Net +1

“The crab & avocado salad was beautifully balanced, and even the birthday slice was a lovely touch.”
Creme brûlée Net +1

“The desserts were good. The creme brûlée was creamy and the pecan pie satisfied my vegan friend.”
Gillardeau oysters Net +1

“• Gillardeau Oysters – creamy, slightly nutty, straight from Marennes-Oléron, France. Truly some of the best oysters in Dubai.”
Grilled sea-bass Net +1

“All dishes we ordered were very good but the grilled sea-bass was excellent! Perfectly grilled, fresh and the taste is just awesome exactly how fish should be served.”
Lamb chops Net +1

“Another had the lamb chops, again very good, plus another had the pasta with shrimps; really lovely.”
Lemon meringue pie Net +1

“Amazing quality and price … special mention for the meat and the lemon meringue pie … absolutely perfect!”
Lentil salad Net +1

“Lentil salad and the beetroot salad are really good.”
Lobsters Net +1

“Every dish was absolutely outstanding — from the incredibly fresh oysters and perfectly cooked lobsters to the flavorful fish taco, veal scallopini, and the rack of lamb.”
Maple veal chop Net +1

“I started with the tuna tartare, a delightful mix of avocado and soy ginger dressing, followed by the maple veal chop, which was tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with triple-cooked fries.”
Pasta with shrimps Net +1

“Another had the lamb chops, again very good, plus another had the pasta with shrimps; really lovely.”
Pecan pie Net +1

“The desserts were good. The creme brûlée was creamy and the pecan pie satisfied my vegan friend.”
Prawns à la plancha Net +1

“• Prawns à la Plancha (U7 prawns, rosemary, garlic, green chili) – smoky, garlicky perfection, the kind of dish you think about the next day.”
Rack of lamb Net +1

“Every dish was absolutely outstanding — from the incredibly fresh oysters and perfectly cooked lobsters to the flavorful fish taco, veal scallopini, and the rack of lamb.”
Scallops & foie gras Net +1

“• Scallops & Foie Gras (chervil butter, smoked brisket, spice glaze) – scallops cooked with absolute precision, silky and rich, paired beautifully with the foie gras.”
Seafood platter Net +1

“Great atmosphere and top-tier service. The seafood platter was incredibly fresh, and the steaks were cooked to perfection. It is the perfect spot for a nice dinner in Dubai, definitely worth checking out if you appreciate a good vibe and quality food. Also the dj made the night.”
Short rib Net +1

“The standout was the short rib, it melts in your mouth and carries the most incredible glaze.”
South african wild house Net +1

“We ordered a bottle of red & a bottle of white, South African Wild House; both excellent wines, complimenting our meals very well.”
Steak tartare Net +1

“Basically only fish taco and steak tartare were ok.”
Sticky toffee pudding Net +1

“Finished with the sticky toffee pudding (8/10), a genuinely perfect ending to the meal.”
Truffle roasted chicken Net +1

“I had the truffle roasted chicken and it was delicious and cooked perfectly.”
Tuna tartare Net +1

“I started with the tuna tartare, a delightful mix of avocado and soy ginger dressing, followed by the maple veal chop, which was tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with triple-cooked fries.”
Veal scallopini Net +1

“Every dish was absolutely outstanding — from the incredibly fresh oysters and perfectly cooked lobsters to the flavorful fish taco, veal scallopini, and the rack of lamb.”
Wagyu beef tataki Net +1

“We ordered the Wagyu Beef Tataki and it was flavorful, followed by the Fish Tacos, which were crispy and nice, although missing some acidity.”
Pasta with prawns Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Pasta with prawns was average.”

Drinks 1

Olive oyl spritz Net +1

“The cocktail menu was equally stellar—my Olive Oyl Spritz, with its olive oil-infused gin and prosecco, was a refreshing standout.”

What to Avoid (4)

Food 4

Crab salad Net −1

“Fries was horrible, scallop chewy and low quality, crab salad is tasteless, wagyu toaster is basically wagyu patty Sando - average as well.”
Fries Net −1

“Fries was horrible, scallop chewy and low quality, crab salad is tasteless, wagyu toaster is basically wagyu patty Sando - average as well.”
Lobster roll Net −1

“The Lobster Roll was quite different and lacked the flavor we expected.”
Wagyu toaster Net −1

“Fries was horrible, scallop chewy and low quality, crab salad is tasteless, wagyu toaster is basically wagyu patty Sando - average as well.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book Ahead. Reserve ahead for busy lunch periods; one Thursday visit found the restaurant packed.

Check Music. Ask about the entertainment schedule if live music matters, since one visit had no band.

Plan the visit

Practical details

The Opus by Omniyat - Ground Floor - Al A'amal St

Business Bay, Dubai

04 577 6680

Mon	12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Tue	12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Wed	12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thu	12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Fri	12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sat	12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sun	12:00 PM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Loud Music

Music can be loud enough to make conversation difficult at some tables.

Uneven Service

One diner reported slow service, repeated reminders for basic requests and an unattended table.

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The Bottom Line

The MAINE Land Brasserie in Business Bay is a modern, New York-style brasserie for steak, seafood and drinks, with a setting that can shift from relaxed lunch to lively evening. Customers come for oysters, fish tacos, steaks and the restaurant’s music-led atmosphere, making it more suited to a social dinner or occasion than a quick bite. Food reports are strongest around freshness and carefully cooked proteins.

Reviewers praised the oysters, a medium ribeye for two, tenderloin, short rib and grilled sea-bass; the sticky toffee pudding also made one business lunch a particularly satisfying finish. Fish tacos are divisive: some call them a must-order, while another found them underwhelming. The room is stylish, with chandeliers, wood panelling, booths and high ceilings.

Live bands or DJs can add real energy, though the music was loud enough for one table to shout across it, and another visit had no band and felt lifeless. Service is often warm and knowledgeable, but one recent diner reported slow, inattentive service and repeated follow-ups. For daytime visits, the set lunch menu is described as good value, and valet parking is directly in front.

Book ahead for busy lunches, and check the entertainment schedule if music matters. Expect a substantial bill: one review put dinner, including service, close to £400.