Turquoise Restaurant

Enjoyed

I recently visited Turquoise restaurant at Rixos JBR, and unfortunately, it was one of my worst dining experiences in over 15 years of trying hotel restaurants. The buffet, which was supposed to have a Turkish theme, fell short of expectations in both variety and quality.

I had no doubts before booking that the food would at least meet a certain standard, given Turkish cuisine’s well-known reputation for richness and flavor. However, the selection was disappointing, lacking essential Turkish grill items or a decent variety of meats, fish, or chicken. Instead, the options included basic dishes such as an outdated style of kale kofte and simple chicken drumsticks. There were no appealing options for children either.

The seasoning was overpowering in both the meat and chicken dishes, while the pasta had a watery sauce lacking creaminess. Even the fries were not fresh. A particularly underwhelming dish was the heavily fatty, small-cut meat in an onion and tomato sauce, which felt too greasy and heavy. I looked around and noticed that most guests were only having sushi, which speaks volumes about the overall selection. The shrimp was also too fishy in taste, indicating poor quality or handling.

Having reviewed numerous hotel buffets across various platforms, I can confidently say this experience was not worth the price, especially considering the misleading influencer promotions. My advice to the chef: focus on curating a menu that offers real value rather than this uninspired selection. I tried every dish and was not impressed by a single bite.

Service was equally disappointing. Plates were not cleared unless requested, and I had to repeatedly ask for cutlery replacements for myself and my guest. The table was never cleaned, no sanitizers or warm towels were offered, and staff were rarely available when needed.

Overall, the experience did not justify the high price, and it certainly did not live up to the restaurant’s advertised reputation.

Amazing
Love it sooo much .the food is very tasty all kinds of foods my favorite buffet in Dubai and the best .the staff are so polite and friendly