BASTA!

Sunil Iyer★★★★★

Located within St Regis Dubai on ground floor, easily accessible via Google maps, Basta offers finest Italian cuisine. Nice selection of cocktails and international wines. Menu offers decent options including vegetarian and vegan options. Team is friendly and helpful. Overall a great venue to catch up with friends and colleagues. Will surely recommend.

Rob Pol★★★★★

The Italian restaurant Basta! is located right at the canal with a terrace outside and big windows inside for beautiful views. The jazz music in the background makes for a relaxed classy atmosphere. The food is authentic Italian and of the best quality. I had carpaccio and lamb along with dessert and it was perfect. The service is especially great. We had the pleasure of being served by Asangla and Marjane who were very attentive and made our evening memorable (thank you!). We will definitely be back in this outstanding venue!

anita bonita★★★★★

A pleasant spot with a warm, inviting ambiance that works especially well for an evening meal. The food was good, well-prepared. The atmosphere — relaxed yet stylish, making it a great place for a calm dinner or a casual catch-up. Overall, a solid dining experience with good food, nice setting, and a dinner vibe that makes you want to stay a bit longer than planned.

Irina Kazantseva★★

Unfortunately, this was a disappointing experience, especially considering the standards expected from a five-star hotel like St. Regis. The seafood risotto contained only a few small pieces of seafood, which did not reflect the nature of the dish. Additionally, we specifically requested a calzone with only cheese and ham, but it was prepared with bacon instead. Greater attention to detail and consistency would be expected at this level.

George Charles★★★★

Enjoyed a dinner here with friends. The food is very very tasty, and worth the trip through Business Bay traffic to reach the St Regis hotel. Bonus experience: sit on the terrace at sunset for a magnificent view, that feels so chic and European. Dishes we ate and would heartily recommend are the Calzone, Salame Pizza and the Tagliatelle Pasta with Prawns. That calzone was absolutely divine! Desserts were fair. Mocktails and cocktails are good. Prices above average though, which was surprising - for 3 mains, 2 desserts, 2 cocktails, 2 mocktails, a coffee, and 2 bottles of water our bill was AED 910 which did feel high for what are traditionally inexpensive dishes. Service was top-tier, however - attentive without being intrusive, and we didn’t wait on anything.

Khaled Sarhan★★★★★

Had lunch at BASTA today and it was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The restaurant has one of the most relaxing views in Business Bay — right on the Dubai Canal, with sunlight reflecting off the water and a calm breeze that makes you want to stay for hours. We ordered the grilled jumbo prawns, shrimp tagliolini, and their signature truffle pizza — every dish looked incredible and tasted even better. The prawns were juicy, slightly smoky from the grill, and served with a vibrant mix of colorful vegetables. The shrimp tagliolini was pure comfort — fresh pasta, tender shrimp, and a light yet flavorful sauce that tied everything together beautifully. The truffle pizza was the highlight: thin, crisp, and loaded with rich truffle aroma that lingered in the best way. Service was friendly and attentive without being over the top. The staff made sure everything arrived on time and checked in just the right amount. BASTA is easily one of my new go-to lunch spots in Dubai — perfect co

Julien Noma★★★★★

Every time we visit Basta, Habib is the reason our experience stands out. He is consistently kind, attentive, and incredibly respectful, always making sure everything is perfect without ever needing to be asked. His service feels natural and sincere. Whether it’s remembering our preferences, checking in at the right moment, or simply sharing a friendly word, Habib creates a warm atmosphere that makes us want to come back again and again. Basta is a great place, but Habib is what truly elevates it. He represents hospitality at its best.

Mo7amed Feto7★★★★★

This place delivers an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. The ambience is simply stunning — warm lighting, beautiful interiors, and a calm, elegant vibe that feels both cozy and upscale. The service was absolutely impressive — attentive, friendly, and professional throughout the whole evening. As for the food… just wow. 🍝🍕 The dishes taste exactly like you’re in Italy — authentic, rich in flavor, and made with high-quality ingredients. The truffle pizza and creamy pasta were standouts! Yes, the prices are on the higher side, but the overall experience is totally worth it. Perfect for a special night out or a memorable dinner. Highly recommended!