Citronelle

Name: Citronelle
Address: 2 Uptown - Uptown TowerUptown Tower - First Al Khail St, Barsha Heights, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971504210753

Barsha Heights

Restaurant Closed 0 504 210 753

Citronelle is a Pan-Asian restaurant in Barsha Heights with an elegant, design-led setting and a menu built around inventive Asian flavours. Reviews especially point to its Saturday dim sum experience and lively Friday night Tiger Brunch, where food is paired with music and entertainment.

Reputation Score

4.8

★★★★★

227 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Pan-Asian cooking

Fresh, flavourful Pan-Asian dishes are consistently praised, including seabream carpaccio, ramen and sweet-and-sour rice.

Dim sum

Saturday dim sum stands out for its variety of gyoza, bao and other dumplings, with reviewers praising the presentation and flavour.

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What to Eat at Citronelle

These items at Citronelle got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

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Dimsum Net +6

“Juiciest chicken, flavorful dimsum, such tender fish fillet, cocktails, desserts, everything we ordered was excellent.”
Chocolate fondant Net +2

“Enjoyed the dinner experience at The Citronelle Club, the ambience was perfect. The food was amazing. We enjoyed the starters,(Chicken Xiao Long Bao and the soft drool Crab) the main course was even more delicious and filing (must try the Scrolling Lobster and Roasted Duck) For the desert we had the Chocolate Fondant and Mango chunks with ice cream. It was just super. Saturday's and quite and peaceful so if you want to enjoy your dinner peacefully on a weekend would suggest Saturday evenings.”
Signature roasted duck Net +2

“The Wakame Brioche with its fantastic Mushroom Chili Sauce, the Yellow Fin Tuna cand Foie Gras, Duck Apicius, the Signature Roasted Duck, and the indulgent Chocolate Fondant are absolute standouts. Every dish is packed with flavor, and is presented beautifully.”

Honorable mentions (32)

Bao Net +1

“Different types of gyoza dim sum and bao🫶🏻 soo delicious and a lot❤️ Dim sum Saturdays are must visit❤️✨”
Cabbage dumplings Net +1

“Went for the dim sum night, all you can eat! We tried every dish and all of them were great! Personally I liked the radish cakes, noodles and cabbage dumplings the most. It was a super nice evening - great food, excellent service, cosy atmosphere, nice mocktails and cocktails! Definitely a great restaurant to go on a date or business dinner! The hotel in general is very beautiful, super modern and new! We’ll be def. back soon!”
Chicken xiao long bao Net +1

“Enjoyed the dinner experience at The Citronelle Club, the ambience was perfect. The food was amazing. We enjoyed the starters,(Chicken Xiao Long Bao and the soft drool Crab) the main course was even more delicious and filing (must try the Scrolling Lobster and Roasted Duck) For the desert we had the Chocolate Fondant and Mango chunks with ice cream. It was just super. Saturday's and quite and peaceful so if you want to enjoy your dinner peacefully on a weekend would suggest Saturday evenings.”
Chips Net +1

“Now let’s talk about the food… The appetizer spread is perfect for family style, starting with the chips and bread.”
Dim sum night Net +1

“Highly recommended to come on Saturday for a dim sum night ( set menu ) food is super delicious with a nice presentation .”
Dim sums with caviar Net +1

“Dim sums with caviar were delicious, wagu meat too.”
Duck apicius Net +1

“The Wakame Brioche with its fantastic Mushroom Chili Sauce, the Yellow Fin Tuna cand Foie Gras, Duck Apicius, the Signature Roasted Duck, and the indulgent Chocolate Fondant are absolute standouts. Every dish is packed with flavor, and is presented beautifully.”
Fresh fruit platter Net +1

“The desserts were a dream (that mochi and whipped cream combo was perfection 🍰🖤), and the fresh fruit platter was a refreshing finish.”
Gyoza dim sum Net +1

“Different types of gyoza dim sum and bao🫶🏻 soo delicious and a lot❤️ Dim sum Saturdays are must visit❤️✨”
Jasmine pearls Net +1

“Their tea selection is really unique — I had the Jasmine Pearls and loved it.”
Korean fried chicken with honey and korean chili sauce Net +1

“The Korean fried chicken with honey and Korean chili sauce is next level! Wow!”
Korean friend chicken Net +1

“I really loved the Korean friend chicken and soba noodles.”
Lucky 8 salad Net +1

“I started with the Lucky 8 Salad, a vibrant and creative mix of textures and flavors that set the tone perfectly & Dim Sum.”
Mango chunks with ice cream Net +1

“Enjoyed the dinner experience at The Citronelle Club, the ambience was perfect. The food was amazing. We enjoyed the starters,(Chicken Xiao Long Bao and the soft drool Crab) the main course was even more delicious and filing (must try the Scrolling Lobster and Roasted Duck) For the desert we had the Chocolate Fondant and Mango chunks with ice cream. It was just super. Saturday's and quite and peaceful so if you want to enjoy your dinner peacefully on a weekend would suggest Saturday evenings.”
Mochi Net +1

“Also they have the best mochi I have even try👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼”
Mochi and whipped cream combo Net +1

“The desserts were a dream (that mochi and whipped cream combo was perfection 🍰🖤), and the fresh fruit platter was a refreshing finish.”
Mongolian lamb Net +1

“From the main dishes the sea bream and the Mongolian lamb was superb.”
Omakase Net +1

“Wow! We had the best omakase experience at Citronelle club! All the food we had was so fresh and delicious and they all had a unique twist to it!”
Radish cakes Net +1

“Went for the dim sum night, all you can eat! We tried every dish and all of them were great! Personally I liked the radish cakes, noodles and cabbage dumplings the most. It was a super nice evening - great food, excellent service, cosy atmosphere, nice mocktails and cocktails! Definitely a great restaurant to go on a date or business dinner! The hotel in general is very beautiful, super modern and new! We’ll be def. back soon!”
Ramen Net +1

“We tried the ramen, and wow — it was packed with flavor. The broth was rich but not too heavy, noodles cooked perfectly, and the toppings were so fresh. Tender meat, soft-boiled eggs, veggies, spices — every bite felt like someone actually cared about what they were serving.”
Scrolling lobster Net +1

“Enjoyed the dinner experience at The Citronelle Club, the ambience was perfect. The food was amazing. We enjoyed the starters,(Chicken Xiao Long Bao and the soft drool Crab) the main course was even more delicious and filing (must try the Scrolling Lobster and Roasted Duck) For the desert we had the Chocolate Fondant and Mango chunks with ice cream. It was just super. Saturday's and quite and peaceful so if you want to enjoy your dinner peacefully on a weekend would suggest Saturday evenings.”
Sea bream Net +1

“From the main dishes the sea bream and the Mongolian lamb was superb.”
Seabream carpaccio Net +1

“Very delicious food, especially the seabream carpaccio.”
Soba noodles Net +1

“I really loved the Korean friend chicken and soba noodles.”
Soft drool crab Net +1

“Enjoyed the dinner experience at The Citronelle Club, the ambience was perfect. The food was amazing. We enjoyed the starters,(Chicken Xiao Long Bao and the soft drool Crab) the main course was even more delicious and filing (must try the Scrolling Lobster and Roasted Duck) For the desert we had the Chocolate Fondant and Mango chunks with ice cream. It was just super. Saturday's and quite and peaceful so if you want to enjoy your dinner peacefully on a weekend would suggest Saturday evenings.”
Sweet & sour rice Net +1

“Such a lovely spot for Pan-Asian food in Dubai! Tried the Sweet & Sour Rice and it was amazing — full of flavor and beautifully presented. The whole vibe at Citronelle Club is elegant yet cozy. Highly recommend!🤍”
Tiger brunch Net +1

“I attended the Tiger brunch at The Citronelle Club in S/O Uptown Hotel Dubai and it was an incredible experience! The selection was impressive — from hot starters to full main course options and beautifully crafted Japanese desserts.”
Trio of different meats Net +1

“For the main course, there’s a trio of different meats that are hot off the grill, fresh seafood, noodles that will make you wanting more, and desserts that are presented in a surprise tower.”
Wagu meat Net +1

“Dim sums with caviar were delicious, wagu meat too.”
Wakame brioche Net +1

“The Wakame Brioche with its fantastic Mushroom Chili Sauce, the Yellow Fin Tuna cand Foie Gras, Duck Apicius, the Signature Roasted Duck, and the indulgent Chocolate Fondant are absolute standouts. Every dish is packed with flavor, and is presented beautifully.”
Watermelon and feta salad Net +1

“I really enjoyed the watermelon and feta salad as well.”
Yellow fin tuna cand foie gras Net +1

“The Wakame Brioche with its fantastic Mushroom Chili Sauce, the Yellow Fin Tuna cand Foie Gras, Duck Apicius, the Signature Roasted Duck, and the indulgent Chocolate Fondant are absolute standouts. Every dish is packed with flavor, and is presented beautifully.”

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Welcome drink Net +1

“You get a welcome drink, but it’s more like a beautiful introduction in a cup, with an image of a Tiger floating on top of a delicious cocktail.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try Saturdays. Choose the Saturday dim sum set menu if you want to sample a broad range of dumplings in one visit.

Book brunch. For a Friday night with food, drinks and entertainment, consider the Tiger Brunch; the energy rises as the evening continues.

Plan the visit

Practical details

2 Uptown - Uptown TowerUptown Tower - First Al Khail St

Al Thanyah Fifth, Dubai

0 504 210 753

Mon	Closed
Tue	Closed
Wed	Closed
Thu	Closed
Fri	7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sat	7:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sun	Closed

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Common Concerns

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Uneven service

One brunch guest had to leave the table to chase someone for a beer, despite finding the food very good.

Loud music

Night brunch music can make conversation difficult, especially once the entertainment picks up.

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The Bottom Line

Citronelle is a Pan-Asian restaurant in Barsha Heights that suits diners who want polished food in a stylish setting rather than a routine casual meal. You can order dishes such as ramen, seabream carpaccio, Sweet & Sour Rice and the Signature Roasted Duck; the reviews repeatedly mention fresh flavours and careful presentation. Dim sum is a major draw.

Saturday’s set-menu nights feature different gyoza, bao, radish cakes, noodles and cabbage dumplings, while the omakase set menu has won praise for its fresh, inventive dishes and duck. The Friday night Tiger Brunch is a different proposition: a wide selection of starters, mains and desserts, with flowing drinks, a DJ and sometimes live music or a magician. The room is consistently described as elegant yet comfortable, with warm lighting, stylish interiors and large windows offering skyline views.

It can work for a date, business lunch or group celebration, although the night-brunch music may make conversation difficult. Service is usually attentive and friendly, but one brunch guest had to chase staff for a beer. If driving, allow extra time to find the hotel route; valet parking was mentioned as a useful convenience.

Ask about set-menu refill rules before ordering, as one Valentine’s visit received conflicting information.