The Nice Guy

The Nice Guy

Trade Centre

Restaurant 04 276 9888

The Nice Guy is an intimate Italian-American restaurant and lounge in Trade Centre, with dim, mafia-bar-inspired rooms, live music and a late-night feel. Reviews point to the chicken parm and pizzas as reliable orders, while the photo booth adds a playful extra after dinner.

Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
1,050 ratings
5★
78%
4★
7%
3★
4%
2★
2%
1★
9%

Source: Google Maps

The Good Stuff

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Atmosphere

Dim, intimate rooms, live music and a lounge create a date-friendly evening that can continue later into the night.

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Pizza

The truffle pizza is repeatedly praised, while one review found the Margherita dough soft, airy and chewy even when cold.

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What to Eat at The Nice Guy

These items at The Nice Guy got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 4

  1. Chicken parm Net +4
    “Food wise I would recommend the chicken parmigiana (huge portion, easily shareable) and burrata.”
  2. Pepperoni pizza Net +3
    “- Pepperoni Pizza (Nice but a bit salty)”
  3. Fried calamari Net +2
    “Amazing!!! Do yourself a favor and order fried calamari. Best I have ever had. I have already been once and I just had to come back. It is one of my favorite restaurants in Dubai. Especially Goliath and Atlas made my stay exceptionally pleasant.”
  4. Truffle pizza Net +2
    “Truffle pizza was so light ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Honorable mentions (28)
  1. Baked oysters Net +1
    “In particular I love the baked oysters, beef carpaccio, pizza and the gnocchi.”
  2. Bbq impossible pizza Net +1
    “The food arrived promptly and was truly delightful. I must mention the BBQ Impossible Pizza and the Bolognese pasta two definite recommendation.”
  3. Beef cappachico Net +1
    “Limited but quality choices on the menu, Food was super fresh. Beef cappachico had delicious flavours, burrata was also paired nicely with the pesto and the bread was nice and crispy.”
  4. Beef carpaccio Net +1
    “In particular I love the baked oysters, beef carpaccio, pizza and the gnocchi.”
  5. Blushing kiss Net +1
    “The Blushing Kiss, infused with hibiscus, grapefruit, and citrus, was a refreshing choice. Its cleansing effect on the palate left a subtle, bitter aftertaste, reminiscent of alcoholic beverages.”
  6. Bolognese pasta Net +1
    “The food arrived promptly and was truly delightful. I must mention the BBQ Impossible Pizza and the Bolognese pasta two definite recommendation.”
  7. Bolognese rigatoni Net +1
    “The food was delicious, would 100% recommend the bolognese rigatoni and warm cookies for dessert.”
  8. Brussel sprouts Net +1
    “The Brussel sprouts were nice and crunchy and not something I would go for but this restaurant has shown a new version of the dish.”
  9. Cacio e pepe pasta Net +1
    “The nice guy is a lovely restaurant, the service was top notch, and the ambience was beautiful. I loved the music that was playing inside the restaurant; the mood is great for couples and friends. They have a photo booth which is so fun for friends!! The food was Italian/American. We ordered the margarita pizza, cacio e pepe pasta, and two chicken parms. The chicken parm was so tasty and I would come back again for that!! The rest of the food was good. We ordered mocktails which were really good and unique. Lastly, for desserts, we got the tiramisu and that was good as well. I would like to thank our amazing server Bryan; he was so sweet and took care of us really well!! 10/10 would definitely come back. Everything was beyond amazing!”
  10. Charred broccoli Net +1
    “- Charred broccoli 9/10”
  11. Chicken pesto salad Net +1
    “The food was tasty, the chicken Parm was well balanced and cheesy, the pepperoni was distinct with a bit of a kick on the spice, the chicken pesto salad was flavorful and we'll marinated, the Coffee and Date drink was surprisingly really good, and the Vanilla Panna Cotta was really great as it utilized the sweetness of the berries without holding back the other ingredients.”
  12. Chocolate chip cookie with milk Net +1
    “- Chocolate chip cookie with milk 10/10 it spoke directly to my heart”
  13. Fennel salad Net +1
    “From a very refreshing fennel salad (a must try) truffle pasta, pizza of course, carpaccio and all other starters we ordered were simply delicious almost not leaving any room for dessert.”
  14. Grilled cobb salad Net +1
    “Grilled cobb salad: fantastic, definitely try it!”
  15. Kale salad Net +1
    “Honestly my experience was beyond amazing, from the service till the food quality and quantity !!! 😍😍😍 Mr. Jumaa was very kind and helpful while we chose our food. He even gave us great recommendations! Thanks to him our experience at the restaurant was great 😊 We ordered other items but the top were: Kale salad ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
  16. Lemon tart Net +1
    “The Lemon Tart was adorned with a silky-smooth meringue, raspberry, and a basil leaf. The interplay of textures and flavors in this dessert was like a firework display in our mouths. From the fruitiness of the raspberry to the tanginess of the lemon filling, every bite was a delightful surprise.”
  17. Margherita pizza Net +1
    “We had their Margherita Pizza and while the simplicity of flavors were expertly executed, I now understand why they coveted the award. The secret is in their dough. It was incredibly soft even as it got cold. The airiness was maintained while still being chewy at the same time. Simply delightful!”
  18. Mushroom campanelle Net +1
    “Love the food especially the salmon with the salad, shrimp scampi, and the mushroom campanelle.”
  19. Pesto pasta Net +1
    “I've been here a couple of times and thoroughly enjoyed the food. The customer service is great and the pesto pasta is incredible.”
  20. Profitroles Net +1
    “Dessert: profitroles - 3 big profitroles with salted caramel sauce, wouldn't say its gourmet dessert but good enough if u want something sweet”
  21. Roasted salmon Net +1
    “- Roasted salmon 9/10 was nicely cooked”
  22. Shrimp scampi Net +1
    “Love the food especially the salmon with the salad, shrimp scampi, and the mushroom campanelle.”
  23. Signature tiramisu Net +1
    “For desserts, the signature Tiramisu instantly became a favorite, with its perfectly balanced bitterness of coffee and sweetness. Pair it with the Dates and Coffee mocktail for an unforgettable combination.”
  24. The good fella Net +1
    “On the other hand, The Good Fella is a great option if you want to start with a light, delicate drink. It’s a highball with J.W. Black Label and J.W. Double Black Scotch whiskies, mango, and tonic water.”
  25. Truffle arancini Net +1
    “Truffle arancini: was decently crispy, hit the spot”
  26. Truffle pasta Net +1
    “From a very refreshing fennel salad (a must try) truffle pasta, pizza of course, carpaccio and all other starters we ordered were simply delicious almost not leaving any room for dessert.”
  27. Vanilla panna cotta Net +1
    “The food was tasty, the chicken Parm was well balanced and cheesy, the pepperoni was distinct with a bit of a kick on the spice, the chicken pesto salad was flavorful and we'll marinated, the Coffee and Date drink was surprisingly really good, and the Vanilla Panna Cotta was really great as it utilized the sweetness of the berries without holding back the other ingredients.”
  28. Warm cookies Net +1
    “The food was delicious, would 100% recommend the bolognese rigatoni and warm cookies for dessert.”

Drinks 2

  1. Coffee and date drink Net +2
    “The food was tasty, the chicken Parm was well balanced and cheesy, the pepperoni was distinct with a bit of a kick on the spice, the chicken pesto salad was flavorful and we'll marinated, the Coffee and Date drink was surprisingly really good, and the Vanilla Panna Cotta was really great as it utilized the sweetness of the berries without holding back the other ingredients.”
  2. Dusk till dawn drink Net +2
    “- Dusk till dawn drink (Nice Mocktail)”
Honorable mentions (5)
  1. Aloe drink Net +1
    “Went there last Sunday, the service and food is 💯💯 and the place 💯💯 you should try kale salad as your appetizer highly recommend and if you don’t like drinking or doest not drink try their mocktails the aloe drink it’s good, pesto is also good. The vibe, music is setting the place in a nice mood. Nice nice 👍🏼”
  2. Dusk 'till dawn mocktail Net +1
    “If you prefer a kick of acidity, the Dusk 'Till Dawn mocktail, featuring passion fruit, lychee, grenadine, and ginger beer, provided a refreshing and stress-relieving sensation, perfect for a warm day.”
  3. Espresso martini Net +1
    “Great cocktails the espresso martini 🍸 is the best I’ve ever had.”
  4. Margarita pizza Net +1
    “The nice guy is a lovely restaurant, the service was top notch, and the ambience was beautiful. I loved the music that was playing inside the restaurant; the mood is great for couples and friends. They have a photo booth which is so fun for friends!! The food was Italian/American. We ordered the margarita pizza, cacio e pepe pasta, and two chicken parms. The chicken parm was so tasty and I would come back again for that!! The rest of the food was good. We ordered mocktails which were really good and unique. Lastly, for desserts, we got the tiramisu and that was good as well. I would like to thank our amazing server Bryan; he was so sweet and took care of us really well!! 10/10 would definitely come back. Everything was beyond amazing!”
  5. Spicy sienna cocktail Net +1
    “While I did not indulge in the cocktails, my friend thoroughly enjoyed the Spicy Sienna Cocktail a tantalizing blend of 1800 Blanco Tequila, lime fresno agave, Cointreau, served on the rocks with a tajin rim. Its perfect balance of spice, heat, and acidity made it an instant favorite.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book Ahead. Make a reservation before visiting; one review specifically recommends prior reservations.

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Choose Seating. If you want to talk while enjoying the music, ask for a booth away from the speaker.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Sheikh Zayed Road, Ground Level, The Boulevard, Emirates Towers
Trade Center Second, Dubai
04 276 9888
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Common Concerns

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Safety Allegation

One customer alleged that a friend showed symptoms of being roofied after a drink; this is an unverified report, but it merits caution.

Very Dark

The low lighting suits the theme, but multiple reviews found the interior or restaurant area too dark.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

100 dhs more than any other pasta

Truffle pasta

“Truffle pasta: this was a recommendation, it wasn't on the menu, but was overpriced, 100 dhs more than any other pasta, which was surprising for 100 grs pasta”
Google review · April 2025
DXB
LOCAL

The Bottom Line

The Nice Guy is a dark, intimate restaurant and lounge in Trade Centre, built around Italian-American comfort food, cocktails and a lively evening atmosphere. You can come for dinner, brunch or live music, then stay on in the lounge as the night gets busier. It suits date nights and dressed-up gatherings more than a quick, casual meal.

The reviews give you a useful starting point for ordering: chicken parm, truffle or pepperoni pizza, kale salad and tiramisu all receive specific praise. The fried calamari and bolognese rigatoni also stand out in individual reviews, while gluten-free pizza and pasta are reportedly available. Cocktails and mocktails are another draw, including the Coffee and Dates mocktail and espresso martini.

Expect very low lighting, with indoor, outdoor and lounge zones; live music can be excellent but may make conversation harder near the speakers. Ask for a booth away from them if chatting matters. Reservations are recommended, parking was described as easy, and the free photo booth is worth seeking out, although one reviewer said it kept rebooting.

Prices can feel high: one customer found truffle pasta 100 dhs more than other pasta. Finally, one unverified review alleges a drink-related safety incident, so visitors should stay alert and look after companions.

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