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9 Best Chinese Restaurants in Dubai

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Best Of compares Dubai’s Chinese restaurants across cooking, regional character, dim sum, roast meats, seafood, service, atmosphere and value. Choose between MICHELIN-starred Cantonese dining, fiery Northern Chinese dishes, traditional family restaurants and lively celebration venues.

BEST OF EditorialVenues last checked 22 Oct 2026

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Shortlist

Choose from 9 Dubai chinese restaurants options in one glance

Compare the strongest chinese restaurants choices, what each one does best and who each option suits.

  1. 01Hakkasan Dubai · Best overall Chinese9.8
  2. 02China Tang Dubai · Best Cantonese menu9.7
  3. 03Hutong Dubai · Best dim sum9.6
  4. 04Demon Duck by Alvin Leung · Best Sichuan dishes9.5
  5. 05XU Dubai · Best Peking duck9.4
  6. 06Maiden Shanghai · Best family meal9.3
  7. 07Long Teng Seafood Restaurant · Best fine dining9.2
  8. 08Royal China Dubai · Best casual dining9.1
  9. 09Shanghai Me · Best group sharing9.0
Editor’s choice

Hakkasan Dubai is the strongest overall choice

It combines polished modern Cantonese cooking, accomplished service and a room that feels special without letting the atmosphere overwhelm the food.

How BEST OF ranks

Weighted methodology for chinese restaurants

The ranking prioritises quality and consistency, then considers value, service, setting, convenience and how clearly each option suits its intended reader need.

  • Core quality and execution25%
  • Consistency and reliability20%
  • Reader usefulness and fit15%
  • Service and experience15%
  • Value for the category15%
  • Access and booking clarity10%
  • Kitchen test. The restaurant should show strong technique across more than one familiar Chinese dish.
  • Regional test. Higher scores reward a clear regional identity or a thoughtfully varied menu rather than generic coverage.
  • Group test. Sharing portions, table comfort, service pace and value should work for the intended occasion.
BEST OF take

Choose the chinese restaurants option that fits your plans

Start with Hakkasan Dubai for the strongest all-round option, then compare the remaining picks by location, style, value and the specific experience you need.

Confirm current prices, availability, timings and booking rules directly before visiting.

Check before you book

Three details that shape the visit

  • AvailabilityOpening hours, sessions or reservation slots
  • Current pricePackages, minimum spends or seasonal changes
  • Exact locationBranch, entrance, parking and transport
  • Group fitAge rules, capacity and accessibility
Best by occasion

Match the chinese restaurants choice to your plans

  • Best overall Chinese · Hakkasan Dubai
  • Best Cantonese menu · China Tang Dubai
  • Best dim sum · Hutong Dubai
  • Best Sichuan dishes · Demon Duck by Alvin Leung
Booking checks

Avoid disappointing Chinese restaurant choices

The best restaurant should match the regional style, group size and dishes you actually want to order.

  • Ordering only familiar dishes. A strong menu may be best judged by its regional specialities rather than generic favourites.
  • Ignoring portion sizes. Some dishes are designed for sharing and can lead to serious over-ordering.
  • Not checking spice levels. Confirm heat and numbing spice when ordering for a mixed group.
Decision Strategy

Compare the right details before choosing

  1. Choose the occasion first
  2. Compare menu and price level
  3. Check location and booking details
  4. Keep one strong backup nearby
The ranking

The 9 best chinese restaurants in Dubai

Use the shortlist and comparison details to choose the option that best fits your priorities.

  1. 01

    Hakkasan Dubai

    9.8BEST OF score
    Best overall Chinese

    It combines polished modern Cantonese cooking, accomplished service and a room that feels special without letting the atmosphere overwhelm the food.

    Modern ChineseAtlantis, The Palm

    Best for:
    A broad first visit
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  2. 02

    China Tang Dubai

    9.7BEST OF score
    Best Cantonese menu

    China Tang Dubai stands out for best Cantonese menu. It is best suited to seafood and roast meats, with a cantonese restaurant option in Dubai.

    Cantonese restaurantThe Lana, Business Bay

    Best for:
    Seafood and roast meats
    View profileOpen in Maps
  3. 03

    Hutong Dubai

    9.6BEST OF score
    Best dim sumHutong Dubai

    Hutong Dubai is a strong DIFC choice for bold Northern Chinese flavours, dim sum, stylish interiors and a lively city dining feel. It is especially useful for dinners where you want Chinese food with atmosphere, spice and a bit of skyline energy.

    Dim sum restaurantDIFC

    Best for:
    Weekend lunch
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  4. 04

    Demon Duck by Alvin Leung

    9.5BEST OF score
    Best Sichuan dishes

    Demon Duck by Alvin Leung stands out for best Sichuan dishes. It is best suited to spice lovers, with a sichuan restaurant option in Dubai.

    Sichuan restaurantBluewaters

    Best for:
    Spice lovers
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  5. 05

    XU Dubai

    9.4BEST OF score
    Best Peking duckXU Dubai

    XU Dubai stands out for best Peking duck. It is best suited to a signature centrepiece, with a duck specialist option in Dubai.

    Duck specialistKempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

    Best for:
    A signature centrepiece
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  6. 06

    Maiden Shanghai

    9.3BEST OF score
    Best family mealMaiden Shanghai | FIVE Palm Jumeirah

    Maiden Shanghai is a lively Chinese restaurant at FIVE Palm Jumeirah, known for party-style energy, sharing dishes and a more social mood. It is less quiet fine dining and more of a fun group dinner choice.

    Family Chinese restaurantFIVE Palm Jumeirah

    Best for:
    Family tables
    View profileOpen in Maps
  7. 07

    Long Teng Seafood Restaurant

    9.2BEST OF score
    Best fine diningLong Teng Seafood Restaurant

    Long Teng Seafood Restaurant is one of Dubai’s best choices for Cantonese-style seafood, dim sum and family-style Chinese dining. It is less about flash and more about proper Chinese dishes, seafood tanks, sharing plates and generous table ordering.

    Fine-dining ChineseU-bora Towers, Business Bay

    Best for:
    Special occasions
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  8. 08

    Royal China Dubai

    9.1BEST OF score
    Best casual dining

    Royal China Dubai is a strong classic choice for dim sum, Cantonese flavours and a more traditional Chinese restaurant feel. It is especially useful for lunch, family meals and anyone who wants reliable dim sum without needing a very trendy setting.

    Casual Chinese eateryDIFC, The Balcony

    Best for:
    Easy weeknight meals
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  9. 09

    Shanghai Me

    9.0BEST OF score
    Best group sharingShanghai Me

    Shanghai Me stands out for best group sharing. It is best suited to large groups, with a banquet-style restaurant option in Dubai.

    Banquet-style restaurantDIFC Gate Village

    Best for:
    Large groups
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Frequently asked questions

Chinese Restaurants questions answered

Start with fewer dishes

Order a first round, then add more once you see the portion sizes.

Add vegetables early

One green or tofu dish stops a rich duck-and-meat order feeling heavy.

Rice is a supporting dish

Choose one rice or noodle dish for the table unless it is the main focus.

What is the best overall Chinese restaurant in Dubai?

Hakkasan Dubai is our strongest all-round pick for cooking, service and a complete fine-dining experience.

Where should I go for traditional dim sum?

Royal China is the most straightforward traditional choice, while Hakkasan offers a more polished fine-dining version.

Which restaurant is best for Peking or roast duck?

XU and Demon Duck are strong choices, while several luxury restaurants require advance ordering for signature duck dishes.

Where is best for spicy Chinese food?

Hutong is the leading choice for fiery Northern Chinese flavours and a lively atmosphere.

Which Chinese restaurant is best for families?

Long Teng and Royal China are spacious, sharing-friendly options with broad menus.

How many dishes should a group order?

For four people, start with two dim sum or starter dishes, two mains, one vegetable and one rice or noodle dish, then add more if needed.

Do Chinese restaurants in Dubai serve halal food?

Many Dubai restaurants use halal meat, but alcohol and non-halal ingredients may still be present. Confirm directly for strict dietary requirements.

Do I need to book?

Yes for the leading restaurants, especially weekends, private rooms, brunches and signature duck orders.

Final recommendation

Choose the type of chinese restaurants first, then the place

Use the ranking as a starting point, then confirm current details directly. Availability, pricing, branches, programmes and policies can change after publication.

Details, availability, pricing, schedules and policies can change. Confirm the latest information directly before booking or travelling.

Editorial standards

Inside the Best Of Review Process

Every Best Of guide follows a clear editorial process, using topic-specific standards rather than popularity alone.

  • Research First. Every guide begins with broad research to identify the strongest businesses, venues and experiences before the final shortlist is created.
  • Quality Checked. Every recommendation is assessed against standards tailored to its category, helping ensure each featured option meets the level expected of a Best Of pick.
  • Fairly Compared. We compare the factors that matter most for each category, making it easier to understand why one option suits a particular reader better than another.
  • Reviewed Regularly. Guides are refreshed as venues, branches, menus, signature items and availability change, helping keep recommendations useful and relevant.

Every featured option must meet the quality standards relevant to this guide before it is recommended.