Sunday Roast Dubai, Goose Island, JVC

Summer in Dubai is upon us, and what better way to beat the heat than indulging in a warm, hearty Sunday roast, right? This week, we ventured to Goose Island in JVC for our roast dinner fix, and here’s what we thought of it…

The Goose Island Experience

If you’re feeling homesick, Goose Island is just what the doctor ordered. This huge sports bar oozes pub vibes reminiscent of home. With multiple big screens displaying various sports and both smoking and non-smoking areas, it caters to everyone’s preferences.

We chose non-smoking and arrived at 3 pm on a buzzing Sunday afternoon. After being quickly seated, we were handed the Sunday roast menu and informed about the 2-4-1 happy hour, which was tempting, but we declined and kept our eyes on the roast.

The Main Event

The Sunday roast Dubai at Goose Island is a carvery experience, offering fantastic value at just 145 AED for essentially a three-course unlimited menu. The children’s menu is also a steal at 70 AED!.

Meat Galore

Now, let’s talk about the various meats – the stars of the show. The meats were served at live cooking stations, allowing us to specify our preferences. Options included roast beef, leg of lamb, crackling pork belly, and garlic and herb roasted chicken. The beef and lamb were finished off on the grill to our liking, ensuring they were hot and cooked to perfection. And to top it off, they even threw in some pigs in blankets and posh Scotch eggs – it felt like Christmas came early!

Veggie Delight

The meat was accompanied by a generous selection of vegetables, including broccoli, cauliflower cheese, and deliciously sweet peas. The roast potatoes were not traditional roast potatoes but small potato cubes, which were cooked to perfection and seasoned well, though my husband missed the traditional roasties. The cauliflower cheese, while cooked perfectly, lacked any real cheese flavour.

The Yorkshire Pudding Saga

Yorkshire puddings were also made at a live cooking station. Unfortunately, when we arrived at the buffet, there was just one left in the bowl, and it had been there a bit too long, becoming dry. However, more were being cooked fresh in the oven, and I’m confident that a piping hot one straight out of the oven would have been fantastic. Although we were too impatient to wait for one 🙂

Dessert Heaven

The desserts were a highlight, with options including banana cake, lemon meringue tart, and a delicious pineapple crumble. Accompanied by whipped cream and homemade custard, they were a perfect end to the meal. A funny moment was when my husband snuck a piece of pork crackling onto his dessert plate—clearly, the pork was that good!

Lots of Pros

Goose Island offers unlimited food, a casual atmosphere, a children’s menu, great value for money, a generous happy hour, and free nearby parking.

Scorecard

Beef: 8/10
Lamb: 8/10
Pork: 9/10
Potatoes: 8/10
Veg: 7/10
Yorkshire Pudding: 8/10
Condiments: 10/10
Gravy: 8/10
Service: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Parking: 10/10
Overall rating: 8/10

Final Verdict

This Sunday roast in Dubai at Goose Island is a must-try for all. With its generous portions and lively atmosphere, it’s a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. The Sunday roast runs every Sunday from 12 pm to 6 pm, with the 2-4-1 happy hour running simultaneously. You can book your spot here – Goose Island website.

This review is part of our Sunday Roast Dubai challenge, where we explore the most talked-about roast dinners in Dubai. So far we have reviewed, Bread Street Kitchen, Top Golf Roast, The Guild. If you want to follow along please subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates.

As always, our reviews are unbiased and purely based on our experiences. Are there any other roasts you think we should try? Let us know in the comments below!

Disclaimer: This is my personal review based on my own experiences. I paid for everything myself and am not associated with, sponsored by, or gifted by any of the companies mentioned in this post.

Sunday Roast Goose Island