| 📍 Address | BAI Bar & Terrace, Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Canal View, Business Bay |
| 📅 When | Every Saturday, 1pm – 4pm |
| 💰 Prices | AED 249 (soft drinks) · AED 299 (house beverages) |
| 👨👩👧 Kids | Under 10 dine free |
| 📞 Booking | 056 995 8210 |
The Boneyard BBQ Brunch at BAI Bar & Terrace does exactly what it promises: smoke, meat, live music, and three hours of free-flowing drinks at a Business Bay canal-front venue every Saturday. It is not the fanciest brunch in Dubai, and it does not try to be. What it does is deliver the sensory full package — the smell of binchotan charcoal, ribs and wings arriving at the table, cold beers with cocktail chasers — in a setting that is decidedly more relaxed than Palm Jumeirah hotel prices.
At AED 249 for soft drinks and AED 299 for the house package, the Boneyard sits in the mid-range of Dubai’s Saturday brunch market — cheaper than most hotel venues in Downtown and more fun than most alternatives at this price point. Children under 10 eat for free, which makes it unusual among Dubai brunches in being genuinely family-friendly without the “family-friendly” becoming a euphemism for blandness.
The Food: What Gets Served at Boneyard BBQ
The menu is built around a live BBQ station — smoked meats, grilled proteins, and the kind of smoke-infused sides that justify eating with both hands and a stack of paper napkins. Expect ribs, chicken wings, pulled meats, corn, coleslaw, and brisket-adjacent offerings depending on the week. The food arrives continuously rather than in formal courses; this is a feast format rather than a sit-down dining experience.
The drinks are designed to complement smoke — think cold beers, easy cocktails built around rum and bourbon, and refreshing long drinks that clean the palate between courses. The house beverage package covers this well at AED 299. If you are sticking to soft drinks, the AED 249 option still gets you full access to the food spread.
The Boneyard BBQ After Dark
In addition to the day brunch, Boneyard also runs an After Dark edition — a later-starting version of the same concept with a more nightlife-oriented atmosphere. This suits groups who want the BBQ experience but prefer to start the evening rather than the afternoon. Check with BAI Bar & Terrace directly for the current After Dark schedule, as timings can vary by month.
The Venue: BAI Bar & Terrace at Radisson Blu Canal View
BAI Bar & Terrace sits on the terrace level of the Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Canal View in Business Bay. The Dubai Canal runs alongside, giving the venue canal-front views that most Business Bay restaurants would charge considerably more to sit next to. The terrace setup means fresh air, outdoor seating, and enough space between tables to make the noise from the live entertainment enjoyable rather than overwhelming.
Business Bay’s location means it is accessible from Downtown Dubai (10 minutes by taxi), DIFC (15 minutes), and Jumeirah (20 minutes). Valet parking is available at the hotel. There is no Metro station immediately adjacent, but RTA water taxis along the canal are an option for those arriving from the waterfront.
How the Boneyard Compares to Other Saturday Brunches
| Brunch | Venue | Price (house) | Style |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boneyard BBQ | Radisson Blu Canal | AED 299 | BBQ feast, live entertainment |
| Bubbalicious | Westin Dubai | AED 680 | Party brunch, DJ |
| Candypants Refined | Akira Back, W Dubai Palm | AED 449 | Party brunch, 21+ |
| Saffron House | The House by Kasian | AED 525 | Party brunch, Mediterranean |
Boneyard sits notably below most party brunches on price — AED 299 versus AED 449–680 for comparable free-flow options. The trade-off is that it is a BBQ feast concept rather than a curated culinary experience, and the venue is more terrace bar than event space. For groups who want a long, eating-and-drinking Saturday afternoon without a large bill at the end, it makes a strong case.
Booking and Practical Details
Reserve by calling BAI Bar & Terrace on 056 995 8210. Booking is advised particularly for groups of 6 or more, as the terrace has limited capacity and Saturday slots fill. A credit card guarantee is typically required for large group reservations. Children under 10 eat free when accompanying dining adults. Smart casual dress is appropriate — no beachwear or sportswear.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Boneyard BBQ Brunch costs AED 249 with soft drinks or AED 299 with house beverages (beer, wine, and selected cocktails). Both packages are served for three hours every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm. Children under 10 dine free.
The Boneyard BBQ Brunch is held at BAI Bar & Terrace inside the Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Canal View, Business Bay. The venue is on the canal-facing terrace with views of the Dubai Canal. It is approximately 10 minutes by taxi from Downtown Dubai.
Yes — children under 10 years old eat for free at the Boneyard BBQ Brunch, making it one of the few Dubai brunches with a genuine family-friendly policy. The outdoor terrace setting is comfortable for families, though the brunch does serve alcohol and has live entertainment.
Call BAI Bar & Terrace on 056 995 8210 to reserve. Booking is strongly recommended, especially for groups. The brunch runs every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm. You can also inquire about the After Dark edition, which runs later in the evening on selected Saturdays.
