Long Yin restaurant is located at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, this place has been around for many years and is famous for traditional Cantonese and Szechuan cooking but it certainly has a lot more Chinese delicacies to offer. The decor and atmosphere are outstanding. The interior has got that authentic Chinese vibe to it- regal jade green chairs, wood panelling, dim lighting, armoured general, ornate dragon sculpt chopstick holders. Soothing Chinese music playing in the background adds to the ambience of the place.

Chef George Chee brings a wealth of experience to Long Yin, showcasing an authentic Cantonese and Schezwan menu. This restaurant is famous for its Mongolian beef tinged with black pepper and garlic. Other highlights include being able to select your choice of crabs, lobsters, or other crustaceans from their live tanks, which are then cooked to your preference to make the night truly special. The cordial staff and chefs will help you by suggesting dishes. You can try out their all-you-can-eat dim sum priced at just AED 119. You can visit this place with your friends, family or for some formal meeting. At Long Yin, you can be sure to experience classical Chinese food at its finest.

Address: Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre Airport Road Garhoud Near International Airport - Dubai

Website: https://www.longyin-dubai.com/

If you are a huge fan of Chinese food then Royal China is a great place for you. This restaurant has made a commendable number of followers since its opening in 1996 and has a chain of restaurants. Everything about here is elegant- the decor, the food and the service. The place has a traditional Chinese vibe added by dark wood furnishing and a combination of black and red warmth.

Royal China is a dim sum lover’s paradise. They serve the most authentic and traditional Dim sum prepared by a dedicated team of Dim-sum chefs. They have a lot of Hong Kong Chinese dishes to offer, the most renowned being the crispy duck, Dumplings, and Singapore Noodles. This restaurant serves kinds of seafood, you can try Crispy Seaweed. The place has three separate dining areas - a private dining room, the main dining area, and a secret garden. It has a separate smoking space and bar lounge. The private dining room can accommodate up to 24 guests and is perfect for any celebration with group menus available. This restaurant is kids friendly so families are most welcome. There is also an area that they proudly call a ‘secret garden’ where you can host a birthday party, organize private meetings or have a romantic dinner.

Address: Precinct Building 4 - 4L2-011 The Balcony - DIFC - Dubai

Website: https://www.royalchinadubai.com/

Easily one of the best Chinese restaurants in Dubai, the Long Teng Seafood Restaurant offers amazing seafood delicacies with a good range and value of food on the menu. Located in U-Bora Towers in Business Bay, the Long Teng Restaurant is a place where you can get an amazing taste in a luxurious setting.

Combining the delicacies in traditional and modern Chinese food, Long Teng promises a wide variety of delicacies from dim sum to beef, lamb and vegetables. The stars of the menu which are touted to be the favourites of the crowd are Prawn and Chive Dumplings, Chicken Xiao Long Bo, Hong Kong Steamed Buns, Spring Rolls, Steamed Prawn with Red Rice and Beef Ho Fun. The a la carte menu provides everything from noodle dishes to spicy stir-fried beef, chicken with cashew nuts as well as a selection of seafood dishes. Long Teng has an impressive menu, with affordable fine dining options which are sure to excite the foodie in you. The restaurant is open daily from 12 pm to 12 am.

Address: Ground Floor, U-bora Towers, Building # 3, Al Abraj Street, Business Bay - Dubai

Facebook: facebook.com/LongTengSeafoodDubai/

Hutong was one of the first Chinese restaurants to get a Michelin star when it launched in Hong Kong over a decade ago, and there’s plenty to love about this Chinese restaurant now it’s in Dubai. One of the star ingredients at Hutong is the humble chili, and this restaurant’s reputation is just as hot as its spicy dishes. Plates are stuffed full of flavour and with the option to inject as much heat as you like into orders, there’s no reason not to embrace the spice.

You’ll definitely be satisfied at Hutong, with their fiery northern Chinese cuisine delighting all five senses. The beautiful outdoor terrace is a perfect setting for a cocktail or perhaps unlimited dim sum, it’s a top date night spot. Dishes are creative and fun, while there’s also an innovative mixed drinks list. A fancy spot that picked up Time Out’s Best Chinese Restaurant in Dubai 2021. Stick it on your list now!

Address: Gate Building 6, Ground Floor DIFC Al Sukook Street - DIFC - Dubai

Website: https://www.hutong-dubai.com/

Maiden Shanghai is a lively venue with food that’s exciting and a top choice if you want something modern and playful. It’s a slick, brass-trimmed restaurant that matches its wider surroundings, and serves up pan-China cuisine that decidedly hits the spot, plus the views from the terrace are marvelous.

Award-winning, and with the best skyline view in Dubai, Chef Luo Bing provides food that rivals the setting for diners' attention. The menu features organic and MSG-Free Chinese dishes inspired by the food of Canton, Sichuan, Beijing, and (as the name might suggest) Shanghai. You can enjoy the restaurant's signature Mediterranean Sea Bream In Chilli Bean Sauce, or explore the many vegetarian options. Whatever you eat, be sure to leave space for pudding, as Two Michelin Starred dessert chef Chef René Frank will delight in his beautiful creations.

Address: No 1 Palm - Jumeirah Dubai - Dubai

Website: palmjumeirah.fivehotelsandresorts.com/eat-drink/maiden-shanghai

A former winner of Time Out’s Best Chinese Restaurant in Dubai, Chuan has top food with spectacular views. The Pointe is better known for its more casual dining vibes, but Chuan lays on a dash more extravagance to dazzle its guests. It’s on the pricey side, but it also sits in a prime position to watch The Palm Fountain show. As the largest fountain in the world, it’s worth the dosh, especially when you’re tucking into tasty Chinese dishes.

With views of the sea on three sides of Chuan, it’s no surprise that its menu is inspired by the rivers and streams of China. The menu is driven by authenticity, the menu includes dim sum, warming soups, and seafood. This sister restaurant of Long Teng headed up by chef Yonghe Sun does not disappoint. Everything is brilliantly perfect, and that means top-class dishes for starter, main and pud. Order in advance to try the restaurant’s signature duck, you don’t want to miss it.

Address: The Pointe Palm - The Palm Jumeirah - Dubai

Website: http://www.chuanseafood.com/

Hakkasan was founded in 2001 and awarded a range of accolades since then, it celebrates Chinese cuisine through traditional techniques coupled with modern twists. This restaurant draws a style-savvy crowd to its sleek dim sum restaurant and bar, where carved wooden screens, rich jewel tones and flickering candles evoke the glamour of the London flagship restaurant.

The modern flavour is at the core of Hakkasan's Michelin-starred menu, as traditional Cantonese recipes meet contemporary techniques to deliver innovative dishes and award-winning cocktails. You can expect an intimate Cantonese dinner partnered with an impressive wine selection or perhaps a well-crafted cocktail with a contemporary approach. The Sanpei Chicken Clay pot or the Hakka steamed dim sum platter are a welcome feast in the warmly decorated restaurant.

Address: The Palm - Atlantis The Palm - Crescent Rd - Dubai

Website: https://hakkasan.com/dubai/

New Shanghai is a popular casual dining destination from Australia, finally arrived in Dubai with the opening of its first restaurant on the ground floor of The Dubai Mall, one of the busiest shopping malls in the world. It's offering a taste of traditional and contemporary Chinese cuisine in an ambient setting inspired by the bustling, colorful streets of Shanghai, the new restaurant provides a fun and authentic culinary experience for Dubai residents and visitors to enjoy.

You can choose more than 80 mouth-watering dishes to choose, including delicious specialty dumplings, wontons, signature Xiao Long Bao, and a range of beef, chicken and seafood dishes. One of the restaurant’s key highlights is a unique dumplings theatre which offers an opportunity to observe the art of making dim sums and dumplings. Each dish is freshly prepared from the moment the order is received in the kitchen ensuring the highest quality and best flavour, for those who are looking for a truly unique taste inspired by the Middle East.

Address: Unit LG - 126 - 4 - Financial Center Rd - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

Website: https://newshanghaime.com/

Set amidst suitably Orient-inspired interiors, Shang Palace offers a Cantonese/Chinese menu to its diners. Unlike many Dubai brunch venues that offer a vast 'something for everyone' menu, Shang Palace aims to do one style, and do it well. Shang Palace brings the art of Chinese cuisine to Dubai with hand-crafted flavours that have been perfected for over half a century. Traditional tastes are blended with local influences and modern techniques for a unique experience.

Dim Sum is a favourite here, nestling in its smaller menu alongside a range of noodles, dumplings, soup and rice dishes. A majority of the dishes are meat-based, so maybe not be the best choice for vegetarians. This is a table service menu, with no buffets on offer here - ideal for friends out for a more relaxed afternoon meal. The decor is thoughtful and sharp and feels very authentic. Shang Palace is a decent choice for a Chinese meal with friends.

Address: Shangri-La Hotel Dubai - Sheikh Zayed Rd - Dubai

Established in 2016, Han Cuisine Restaurant opened its first branch in Dubai’s Business Bay area and with the growing demand for authentic restaurant quality Chinese food. Han Cuisine has opened a second branch in The Springs Souk in 2018. This restaurant specializes in authentic Cantonese cuisine supplemented with popular selections from South East Asia. Han Cuisine chefs originating from Guangdong, China, come with rich experiences from cooking in Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong and other southeast Asian cities.

With over 20 Dim Sum dishes, chefs here hand make every dumpling and bun daily to bring you the favourite breakfast of many. With the chefs making the dumplings and buns fresh each day, the quality is evident in the flavour of the food. Han Cuisine is perfect if you want the taste of Wasabi prawns, spring rolls or Peking duck under the helpful guidance of the waiters or in the comfort of your new home, thanks to their user-friendly website which allows you to dine in or out.

Address: FF-17, The Springs Souk, Al Afnan Street, Dubai

Website: https://www.hancuisine.com/