Big Portions
Several dishes are notably generous: one guest received seven large boneless chicken pieces and managed only three.
Tony Roma's
Dubai Marina
Tony Roma’s is a family-friendly American steakhouse in Dubai Marina, known for ribs and hearty portions. Reviews also point to a broad menu, with dishes such as Shrimp Scampi Pasta, burgers, salads and grilled salmon alongside the steaks.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
380 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Rib Texture
The bountiful ribs were praised for a crisp outside, tender meat and strong BBQ sauce.
Salad Sides
A salad can come with the order, and one review specifically called the coleslaw exceptional.
Allergy Help
Staff replaced a tomato pasta with another option after learning about a guest’s tomato allergy.
Family Friendly
A kids menu and large portions make the restaurant workable for family meals.
Grilled Dishes
The grilled salmon, steak and Grilled Shrimp Primavera all receive specific positive mentions.
What to Eat at Tony Roma's 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 Tony Roma's, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Tony Roma's, 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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Bountiful beef ribs Net +2
“For our entrees, we tried the Bountiful Beef Ribs & Fillet Medallion, New York Strips which were cooked to perfection and had an amazing smoky flavor.”
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“For our entrees, we tried the Bountiful Beef Ribs & Fillet Medallion, New York Strips which were cooked to perfection and had an amazing smoky flavor.”April 2023
“The bountiful ribs amazing. Great BBQ sauce, the outside is crisp and inside the meat is tender.”March 2018
Honorable mentions (18)
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Boneless chicken breast Net +1
“I ordered boneless chicken breast as a starter and it was delicious.”
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“I ordered boneless chicken breast as a starter and it was delicious.”February 2021
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Chicken clear soup with vegetables Net +1
“My favorite is there chicken clear soup with vegetables 😋 yammy. As I am not fan of cream soups for me hard to find clear soup in UAE. This is only place where I can really enjoy with soup 🍲❤️.”
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“My favorite is there chicken clear soup with vegetables 😋 yammy. As I am not fan of cream soups for me hard to find clear soup in UAE. This is only place where I can really enjoy with soup 🍲❤️.”March 2022
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Chicken escalope Net +1
“Chicken escalope - fried chicken with pasta and vegetables. Also a very good dish”
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“Chicken escalope - fried chicken with pasta and vegetables. Also a very good dish”October 2020
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Coleslaw Net +1
“Coleslaw the best there is.”
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“Coleslaw the best there is.”December 2023
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Filet mignon Net +1
“The filet mignon is also a great deal. The meat is of high quality and juicy (at medium rare).”
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“The filet mignon is also a great deal. The meat is of high quality and juicy (at medium rare).”March 2018
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Fillet medallion Net +1
“For our entrees, we tried the Bountiful Beef Ribs & Fillet Medallion, New York Strips which were cooked to perfection and had an amazing smoky flavor.”
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“For our entrees, we tried the Bountiful Beef Ribs & Fillet Medallion, New York Strips which were cooked to perfection and had an amazing smoky flavor.”April 2023
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Garlic and rosemary chicken Net +1
“Garlic and rosemary chicken - chicken dipped in BBQ sauce so well that you will just love it!”
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“Garlic and rosemary chicken - chicken dipped in BBQ sauce so well that you will just love it!”October 2020
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Grilled shrimp primavera Net +1
“Grilled Shrimp Primavera is a must try!!! 👌 and you can add a steak along with it!”
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“Grilled Shrimp Primavera is a must try!!! 👌 and you can add a steak along with it!”March 2020
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Mojo chicken Net +1
“Mojo chicken - Chicken breast with spices served with vegetables and rice. A very well balanced dish which tastes great.”
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“Mojo chicken - Chicken breast with spices served with vegetables and rice. A very well balanced dish which tastes great.”October 2020
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New york strip Net +1
“Great place for steaks . Tried New York strip and rib eye. The sides were amazing , great and friendly staff . Will keep coming back !!!!”
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“Great place for steaks . Tried New York strip and rib eye. The sides were amazing , great and friendly staff . Will keep coming back !!!!”January 2019
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New york strips Net +1
“For our entrees, we tried the Bountiful Beef Ribs & Fillet Medallion, New York Strips which were cooked to perfection and had an amazing smoky flavor.”
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Review excerpts
“For our entrees, we tried the Bountiful Beef Ribs & Fillet Medallion, New York Strips which were cooked to perfection and had an amazing smoky flavor.”April 2023
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Onion loaf Net +1
“Onion loaf was good as was the Roma burger.”
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“Onion loaf was good as was the Roma burger.”December 2023
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Rib eye Net +1
“Great place for steaks . Tried New York strip and rib eye. The sides were amazing , great and friendly staff . Will keep coming back !!!!”
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“Great place for steaks . Tried New York strip and rib eye. The sides were amazing , great and friendly staff . Will keep coming back !!!!”January 2019
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Roma burger Net +1
“Onion loaf was good as was the Roma burger.”
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“Onion loaf was good as was the Roma burger.”December 2023
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Salmon Net +1
“till the food is served, Happily salmon is my favorite but the steak is not medium well as we ask for.”
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“till the food is served, Happily salmon is my favorite but the steak is not medium well as we ask for.”September 2023
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Shrimp scampi pasta Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious. We started with Shrimp Scampi Pasta, with bold flavor.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious. We started with Shrimp Scampi Pasta, with bold flavor.”April 2023
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Spinach chicken stack Net +1
“Spinach chicken stack - for those who like artichoke and spinach, this dish a must to try!”
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“Spinach chicken stack - for those who like artichoke and spinach, this dish a must to try!”October 2020
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Shrimp salad Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“I had the Shrimp Salad and the flavor was great on both the grilled shrimp and the dressing. The sale portion was great! Huge quantity. And the avocado was perfectly ripe. Unfortunately the shrimp were teeny tiny. At that size they should have provided more.”
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What to Avoid (6)
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Apple crumble Net −1
“The brownie dessert tasted burnt, and the apple crumble was more like applesauce soup.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The brownie dessert tasted burnt, and the apple crumble was more like applesauce soup.”February 2021
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Baked potato Net −1
“Baked potato was half baked. Please stay away. Felt pretty sick afterwards!!! Never again!”
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Critical review excerpts
“Baked potato was half baked. Please stay away. Felt pretty sick afterwards!!! Never again!”February 2021
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Brownie dessert Net −1
“The brownie dessert tasted burnt, and the apple crumble was more like applesauce soup.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The brownie dessert tasted burnt, and the apple crumble was more like applesauce soup.”February 2021
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Lightly toasted white bread Net −1
“The menu lists items that are different than what is actually served. For instance, the Texas toast was actually lightly toasted white bread.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The menu lists items that are different than what is actually served. For instance, the Texas toast was actually lightly toasted white bread.”February 2021
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Short ribs Net −1
“I got the short ribs on my visit. It looked great, but the meat suffered from a common problem in the Middle East, it was dry and not tender.”
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Critical review excerpts
“I got the short ribs on my visit. It looked great, but the meat suffered from a common problem in the Middle East, it was dry and not tender.”September 2017
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Texas toast Net −1
“The menu lists items that are different than what is actually served. For instance, the Texas toast was actually lightly toasted white bread.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The menu lists items that are different than what is actually served. For instance, the Texas toast was actually lightly toasted white bread.”February 2021
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Name. Confirm the current venue name and menu before visiting, since a recent guest found it operating under a different name.
Confirm Doneness. State your steak doneness clearly and check it when served; one guest’s medium-well request was missed.
Verify Discounts. Ask which dishes qualify before ordering if using Entertainer, Smiles or another discount, as guests reported restrictions and refusals.
Try Off-Peak. For a quieter meal, consider a weekday or off-peak visit; reviewers described the restaurant as almost empty and quiet.
Mention Allergies. Tell staff about allergies before ordering; a guest with a tomato allergy received a pasta substitution.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marina Mall - Corniche
Dubai Marina, Dubai
Common Concerns
Name Change
A recent review says the venue is now operating under a different name, which may affect the original Tony Roma’s experience.
Steak Inconsistency
One guest’s steak was not cooked to the requested medium-well level, while another found the beef steaks tasteless.
Service Gaps
Service has ranged from attentive to poor: one group waited 15 minutes without being acknowledged.
Offer Confusion
Guests reported that advertised Entertainer, Smiles and discount offers were not accepted or applied as expected.
Uneven Cooking
Past reviews mention uncooked mushrooms, a half-baked potato, dry short ribs and a burnt brownie dessert.
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The Bottom Line
Tony Roma’s is an American steakhouse in Dubai Marina built around substantial portions and familiar comfort food. The reviews point to bountiful ribs with crisp edges and tender meat, New York Strip and filet medallions, plus alternatives such as Shrimp Scampi Pasta, burgers and grilled salmon. It is also described as family-friendly, with a kids menu and enough variety for mixed groups.
Portions are a recurring strength. One guest counted seven large boneless chicken pieces in a starter, while another appreciated complimentary salad with an order. Pasta is described as tasty and generously portioned, and the restaurant can accommodate at least some dietary needs: staff replaced tomato pasta after being told about an allergy.
Service is often praised as friendly and attentive, though the experience has not been consistent. There are a few reasons to double-check before settling in. A recent review says the venue is now under a different name, despite staff saying the menu remained the same.
Steak doneness has been missed, and older reviews report uncooked sides, dry ribs and a burnt brownie. Discount users should confirm the exact Entertainer or Smiles terms first; advertised buy-one-get-one deals were not always accepted. Quieter visits may suit diners who prefer an uncrowded room.
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