Din Tai Fung

Name: Din Tai Fung
Address: The Dubai Mall - Financial Ctr St, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143200477

Downtown Dubai

Chinese restaurant Open now 04 320 0477

Din Tai Fung is a Taiwanese Chinese restaurant in Downtown Dubai, known in reviews for soup-filled xiao long bao and a terrace with Dubai Fountain views. You can build a shared meal around dumplings, wontons and noodles, with vegetarian choices and playful desserts such as the chocolate XLB.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

5,897 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Fountain views

Outdoor tables can give you a direct view of the Dubai fountains while you eat.

Xiao long bao

The dumplings are often praised for delicate wrappers, rich broth and tender fillings.

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What to Eat at Din Tai Fung

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Din Tai Fung, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 1

Shrimp & chicken wonton Net +2

“• Shrimp & Chicken Wonton (AED 39) – The wontons were incredibly soft, and the filling was juicy and flavorful. Rating: 10/10”

Honorable mentions (48)

Spicy cucumber Net +1

“Xiao Long Bao is always a favorite. As is the Spicy Cucumber! 🔥🔥🔥”
Beef chow menu Net +1

“The beef chow menu and the black pepper beef a perfect duo.”
Beef chow-mein Net +1

“The Kung Pao chicken was rich and satisfying when paired with the beef chow-mein which was comforting and cooked beautifully, and lastly, the hot and sour soup was warming, flavorful, & hearty.”
Beef fried rice Net +1

“The beef noodles were amazing, with a really rich sauce, and both the beef fried rice and beef stir fry were standout dishes.”
Beef noodles Net +1

“The beef noodles were amazing, with a really rich sauce, and both the beef fried rice and beef stir fry were standout dishes.”
Beef stir fry Net +1

“The beef noodles were amazing, with a really rich sauce, and both the beef fried rice and beef stir fry were standout dishes.”
Black pepper beef Net +1

“The beef chow menu and the black pepper beef a perfect duo.”
Chicken soup dumplings Net +1

“We ordered the chicken soup dumplings and they live up to the hype as well as the Nutella dumplings.”
Chicken xialongbao Net +1

“I recommend getting the spicy wontons, fried rice with chicken fillet, chow mein, sweet and sour chicken, chicken xialongbao, prawn pancakes, boba tea, and chocolate xialongbaos.”
Chicken xiao long baos Net +1

“The food was great and service was warm and friendly. Must order are the chicken xiao long baos!”
Chocolate bao Net +1

“The service was really fast, they accommodated us (a large group) very fast in multiple tables, the wontons and chocolate bao were so delicious.”
Chocolate dumplings Net +1

“But all in all, the food is great and OMG the chocolate dumplings are to diiieee for!! They present it with this cream that has a hint of salt, and when you dip the chocolate dumpling in it, it is just a heavenly burst of flavours in your mouth!”
Chocolate xialongbaos Net +1

“I recommend getting the spicy wontons, fried rice with chicken fillet, chow mein, sweet and sour chicken, chicken xialongbao, prawn pancakes, boba tea, and chocolate xialongbaos.”
Chocolate xiao long bao with sea salt creamy cheese Net +1

“• Chocolate Xiao Long Bao with Sea Salt Creamy Cheese (AED 29) – Good, but not something extraordinary. Rating: 7/10”
Chocolate xlb Net +1

“Chocolate XLB comes in odd numbers - so get ready to fight if you go as a couple :D”
Crab & chicken xiao long bao Net +1

“• Crab & Chicken Xiao Long Bao (6 pcs – AED 40) – This was the showstopper. The flavor, aroma, and overall taste were just incredible. Even while writing this, my mouth is watering. Rating: 10/10”
Crispy beef Net +1

“The food was spectacular, but two dishes really stood out. The Crispy Beef was cooked to perfection, and the Dubai Chocolate XLB is an absolute must-try!”
Delicious dumplings Net +1

“If you're looking for delicious dumplings, authentic Asian flavors, and exceptional customer service, Din Tai Fung is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended!”
Dubai chocolate xlb Net +1

“The food was spectacular, but two dishes really stood out. The Crispy Beef was cooked to perfection, and the Dubai Chocolate XLB is an absolute must-try!”
Dynamite shrimps Net +1

“Must try is the Truffle Soup, Garlic lemon fish, Dynamite shrimps, Shrimp chicken fried rice and the spicy cucumber are amongst our favourites.”
Egg & veggie fried rice Net +1

“Amazing amazing amazing!!! Loved everything I ordered! We got some green beans, broccolini, lots of dumplings, the vegetable chowmein and egg & veggie fried rice.”
Fried rice with chicken fillet Net +1

“I recommend getting the spicy wontons, fried rice with chicken fillet, chow mein, sweet and sour chicken, chicken xialongbao, prawn pancakes, boba tea, and chocolate xialongbaos.”
Fried wontons Net +1

“We absolutely loved our lunch here. Food is great especially the xia long bao and fried wontons. Service is amazing, staff is very attentive and the ambience is just lovely.”
Garlic lemon fish Net +1

“Must try is the Truffle Soup, Garlic lemon fish, Dynamite shrimps, Shrimp chicken fried rice and the spicy cucumber are amongst our favourites.”
Hot and sour soup Net +1

“The Kung Pao chicken was rich and satisfying when paired with the beef chow-mein which was comforting and cooked beautifully, and lastly, the hot and sour soup was warming, flavorful, & hearty.”
House special chili noodles Net +1

“• House Special Chili Noodles (AED 36) – Great taste and perfect texture. The spice level is manageable even for Indians. Definitely one of their bestsellers. Rating: 8/10”
Jjajang noodles Net +1

“The jjajang noodles were just as impressive—deep, bold, and satisfying with a beautifully rich sauce that coated every strand perfectly.”
Kunafa chocolate bao Net +1

“The Kunafa Chocolate Bao was absolutely delicious, and the Kung Pao Chicken has become one of my favorite dishes.”
Lava buns Net +1

“My spouse ordered The lava buns and they said they will take time and we said no stress and it came at last at the end of our meal . What clearly blew our minds and it was the perfect perfect ending . The egg custard and that perfect gooey bite was unbelievable. We have to run back to this place to eat the lava baos once again .”
Muton soup dumplings Net +1

“I had the Muton soup dumplings + the spicy cucumbers and then for dessert the chocolate dumplings, all was very nice, but I think for next times I will stick to the chicken dumplings instead as the mutton one had a stronger beef flavour which you may not enjoy if you're someone who prefers the meat flavour to be more covered.”
Nutella dumplings Net +1

“We ordered the chicken soup dumplings and they live up to the hype as well as the Nutella dumplings.”
Prawn pancakes Net +1

“I recommend getting the spicy wontons, fried rice with chicken fillet, chow mein, sweet and sour chicken, chicken xialongbao, prawn pancakes, boba tea, and chocolate xialongbaos.”
Schezewan shrimp and chicken wonton Net +1

“The Schezewan Shrimp and Chicken Wonton was an absolute cracker of a dish! That schezwan was mouthwatering! My favorite dish of the evening. Must try!”
Shrimp and prawn dumplings Net +1

“The shrimp and prawn dumplings were absolutely delicious perfectly steamed and full of flavor.”
Shrimp chicken fried rice Net +1

“Must try is the Truffle Soup, Garlic lemon fish, Dynamite shrimps, Shrimp chicken fried rice and the spicy cucumber are amongst our favourites.”
Signature beef fillet Net +1

“Thank you for a great meal and service. The signature beef fillet was really good! 😊🙏🏻🫶🏻”
Singaporean chili crab xia long bao Net +1

“The winner for me is the Singaporean chili crab xia long bao.”
Spicy cucumbers Net +1

“I had the Muton soup dumplings + the spicy cucumbers and then for dessert the chocolate dumplings, all was very nice, but I think for next times I will stick to the chicken dumplings instead as the mutton one had a stronger beef flavour which you may not enjoy if you're someone who prefers the meat flavour to be more covered.”
Spicy wontons Net +1

“I recommend getting the spicy wontons, fried rice with chicken fillet, chow mein, sweet and sour chicken, chicken xialongbao, prawn pancakes, boba tea, and chocolate xialongbaos.”
Sweet and sour chicken Net +1

“I recommend getting the spicy wontons, fried rice with chicken fillet, chow mein, sweet and sour chicken, chicken xialongbao, prawn pancakes, boba tea, and chocolate xialongbaos.”
Szechuan chicken and vegetable wontons Net +1

“The Szechuan chicken and vegetable wontons were perfectly balanced with just the right kick of chili oil, while the shrimp and chicken wontons were immaculate, fresh, and full of flavor.”
Truffle soup Net +1

“Must try is the Truffle Soup, Garlic lemon fish, Dynamite shrimps, Shrimp chicken fried rice and the spicy cucumber are amongst our favourites.”
Vegetable chowmein Net +1

“Amazing amazing amazing!!! Loved everything I ordered! We got some green beans, broccolini, lots of dumplings, the vegetable chowmein and egg & veggie fried rice.”
Vegetarian schezwan dumplings Net +1

“We had lunch here during our visit to the mall. We had vegetarian schezwan dumplings, egg fried rice and 2 kind of teas. Everything was really good. Servers were very helpful and helped us a lot with placing the order and checked on US multiple times.”
Xia long bao Net +1

“We absolutely loved our lunch here. Food is great especially the xia long bao and fried wontons. Service is amazing, staff is very attentive and the ambience is just lovely.”
Xiao lang bao Net +1

“The xiao lang Bao was perfect as always . Everything’s breathtakingly amazing here .”
Xiao long bao Net +1

“Xiao Long Bao is always a favorite. As is the Spicy Cucumber! 🔥🔥🔥”
Shrimp & chicken egg fried rice Net 0

Mixed feedback

“• Shrimp & Chicken Egg Fried Rice (AED 43) – This was hands down the best fried rice I’ve ever had. It doesn’t even need any side dish. The aroma, texture, and taste were just perfect. They suggested mixing it with the wonton sauce, and that made it even better. Rating: 10/10”

Drinks 2

Pink dragon drink Net +2

“Just when we thought we were done, we ended with the Pink Dragon drink. Light, refreshing, and honestly the perfect little finale to round everything off.”
Mix fruit ice tea Net +1

“Mix fruit Ice Tea was also quite good. Not too sweet. Perfect blend of fruit and tea.”

What to Avoid (10)

Food 9

Beef and broccoli Net −1

“- beef and broccoli came cold, rather than compt the food or make another one they just reheated it in the micro and given that we were starving we ate it and still were left unsatisfied”
Beef noodle soup Net −1

“I had heard a lot about the Beef Noodle Soup, however, I was very disappointed. The soup had no kick and very gently in taste - unlike traditional soups in places like International City.”
Chicken wontons in the special sauce Net −1

“We also got some chicken wontons in the special sauce which also fell flat. Very little taste am was not anything great.”
Chicken xiao long bao Net −1

“・Chicken Xiao Long Bao 34Dhs(6pcs)”
Garlic broccoli Net −1

“- The garlic broccoli was not steamed but hard”
Scallop xiao long bao Net −1

“The scallop Xiao long bao were strangely watery, and the truffle Xiao long bao didn't have a good aroma either.”
Scallops seafood xiao long bao Net −1

“・Scallops Seafood Xiao Long Bao 40Dhs(6pcs)”
Truffle chicken xiao long bao Net −1

“・Truffle Chicken Xiao Long Bao 17Dhs/pcs”
Truffle xiao long bao Net −1

“The scallop Xiao long bao were strangely watery, and the truffle Xiao long bao didn't have a good aroma either.”

Drinks 1

Passion fruit ice tea Net −1

“- the passion fruit ice tea was just tea and virtually no passion fruit”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Sit outside. Ask for outdoor seating if the fountain view matters; reviewers enjoyed shows from tables near the fountains.

Visit off-peak. For easier seating and less crowding, consider a quieter time; one rainy-evening visit allowed a free choice of indoor or outdoor seats.

Plan the visit

Practical details

The Dubai Mall - Financial Ctr St

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai

04 320 0477

Mon	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tue	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wed	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thu	11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Fri	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sat	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun	11:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Higher prices

Several reviews describe this branch as expensive compared with the experience.

Peak delays

Service can slow down at busy times; one visit reported a 30-minute wait after ordering.

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The Bottom Line

Din Tai Fung in Downtown Dubai is a Taiwanese Chinese restaurant built around dumplings and shared plates. The xiao long bao are the main draw: reviews describe delicate wrappers, broth-filled centres and rich fillings. Other frequently enjoyed orders include shrimp and chicken wontons, house special chili noodles, fried rice and chocolate dumplings.

The setting adds something beyond the food. Outdoor tables can face the Dubai Fountain, with some diners also mentioning Burj Khalifa and Emaar light shows. Inside, the sticky-note ordering system is simple, and the small service robots are an entertaining touch for families and birthday meals.

Vegetarian diners have found suitable choices with generous portions. Timing matters. Most service reports are warm and attentive, but reviews also mention slower service at peak periods, a 30-minute wait after ordering and one bill that took more than 15 minutes.

The dining room can be loud, and prices are described as being on the higher side. A quieter visit may make it easier to choose your seat and avoid the busiest rush. For a first visit, order several dishes to share rather than committing to one plate.

If ordering delivery, check the bag and containers are properly sealed.