Delicate dim sum
The dim sum includes paper-thin wrappers and creative fillings, with the Supreme Dim Sum platter repeatedly singled out.
Palm Jumeirah
Hakkasan Dubai is an ornate Cantonese restaurant in Palm Jumeirah, serving modern takes on Chinese dishes in a dark, lounge-like setting. Reviews point first-timers towards the dim sum and Peking duck, with cocktails and celebration-friendly service adding to the evening.
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The dim sum includes paper-thin wrappers and creative fillings, with the Supreme Dim Sum platter repeatedly singled out.
Birthday, anniversary and engagement diners describe handwritten cards, surprise desserts and thoughtful personal touches.
Peking duck, black cod and lobster noodles are among the most consistently praised main dishes.
The drinks menu has creative options, including the smoked Negroni, Wildflower and bubble cocktail.
Some tables benefit from striking Atlantis views, adding a memorable visual element to dinner.
The vegan menu includes eight-piece dim sum, tofu and aubergine claypot, vegetable stir-fry and dessert.
A young child was promptly given a high chair and kid-friendly cutlery during an early evening meal.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Hakkasan Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“The Peking duck was good, expertly prepared with crispy skin and rich, flavorful meat. It was served with precision and care. It lacked the sugar served in China.”
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“The Peking duck was good, expertly prepared with crispy skin and rich, flavorful meat. It was served with precision and care. It lacked the sugar served in China.”February 2026
“Dimsum platters are superb starters and sets the tone for culinary excellence, peking duck is a must try with the perfect condiments to enjoy.”August 2021
“The food was delicious—especially the dim sum, fried rice, and shrimp—and the atmosphere was elegant but relaxed.”
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“The food was delicious—especially the dim sum, fried rice, and shrimp—and the atmosphere was elegant but relaxed.”June 2025
“The dim sum and fried rice were super delicious. We have never seen such beautiful dim sum. It was very perfectly detailed dim sum. Too nice to eat them.”December 2024
“We ordered the Pearl Menu which was priced as 698aed per person and additional 30g of Caviar for 400aed. We ordered a Vueve Cliquot Champagne priced at 750aed. It was quite overpriced butttttt.. the food was amazing.”
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“We ordered the Pearl Menu which was priced as 698aed per person and additional 30g of Caviar for 400aed. We ordered a Vueve Cliquot Champagne priced at 750aed. It was quite overpriced butttttt.. the food was amazing.”May 2023
“We tried the Pearl Menu, the Peking duck and dim sum selection stood out in particular, and the overall dining experience felt special and luxurious, as expected from a Michelin-starred restaurant.”May 2025
“The food was excellent – the Hakka noodles were a definite highlight, full of flavour and perfectly cooked.”
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“The food was excellent – the Hakka noodles were a definite highlight, full of flavour and perfectly cooked.”September 2025
“Hot and Sour soup, grilled Shanghai veg dumplings, Hakka noodles and stir fried lotus roots with asparagus. Soup was lacking flavors. it was only vinegar taste I was getting. Dumplings were the star of the day. Noodles and stir fried vegetables were too good.”March 2024
“Every dish was a masterpiece, but the highlights for me were the exquisite caviar bites, the flavorful dumplings, the perfectly cooked octopus, and the mango dessert, which was the perfect ending to an exceptional meal.”
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“Every dish was a masterpiece, but the highlights for me were the exquisite caviar bites, the flavorful dumplings, the perfectly cooked octopus, and the mango dessert, which was the perfect ending to an exceptional meal.”January 2025
“I had the pleasure of dining at Hakkasan Dubai for their Chinese New Year set menu, crafted by the talented Chef Andy Toh, and it was nothing short of extraordinary!”
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“I had the pleasure of dining at Hakkasan Dubai for their Chinese New Year set menu, crafted by the talented Chef Andy Toh, and it was nothing short of extraordinary!”January 2025
“Rohana recommended the Chinese Special Tasting Menu. Great choice.”
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“Rohana recommended the Chinese Special Tasting Menu. Great choice.”September 2025
“For dessert, the Chocolate Hazelnut Parfait was a revelation. Perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, and utterly indulgent, we demolished it in record time – a testament to its deliciousness.”
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“For dessert, the Chocolate Hazelnut Parfait was a revelation. Perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, and utterly indulgent, we demolished it in record time – a testament to its deliciousness.”May 2025
“The veg dumplings were especially creative, with the corn dumpling being a highlight.”
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“The veg dumplings were especially creative, with the corn dumpling being a highlight.”December 2025
“We also really enjoyed the crispy beef and the chicken dishes, which were both beautifully presented and packed with taste.”
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“We also really enjoyed the crispy beef and the chicken dishes, which were both beautifully presented and packed with taste.”September 2025
“My absolute favorite dish was the crispy duck salad its perfectly balanced, fresh and full of flavor.”
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“My absolute favorite dish was the crispy duck salad its perfectly balanced, fresh and full of flavor.”February 2026
“Nabeel referred me to the crispy tiger prawns which were so delicious.”
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“Nabeel referred me to the crispy tiger prawns which were so delicious.”September 2024
“I tried the dim sum lunch. 16 different dumplings to try! They were all heavenly.”
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“I tried the dim sum lunch. 16 different dumplings to try! They were all heavenly.”March 2025
“There weee 3 of us at dinner 2 of us ordered the Dragon set menu. One of us order individual dishes from the menu. But it was far too much food. The set menu for two would have been enough for 3 people.”
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“There weee 3 of us at dinner 2 of us ordered the Dragon set menu. One of us order individual dishes from the menu. But it was far too much food. The set menu for two would have been enough for 3 people.”March 2025
“i don't eat meat, so the waiter kindly offered to replace the meat dim sum for me with fish dim sum🤗”
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“i don't eat meat, so the waiter kindly offered to replace the meat dim sum for me with fish dim sum🤗”February 2025
“The Forget Me Not was incredibly balanced and had a great depth of flavour - truly unique.”
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“The Forget Me Not was incredibly balanced and had a great depth of flavour - truly unique.”December 2025
“We loved everything, the grilled Cod with truffle sauce was out of this world!!”
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“We loved everything, the grilled Cod with truffle sauce was out of this world!!”June 2023
“Hot and Sour soup, grilled Shanghai veg dumplings, Hakka noodles and stir fried lotus roots with asparagus. Soup was lacking flavors. it was only vinegar taste I was getting. Dumplings were the star of the day.”
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“Hot and Sour soup, grilled Shanghai veg dumplings, Hakka noodles and stir fried lotus roots with asparagus. Soup was lacking flavors. it was only vinegar taste I was getting. Dumplings were the star of the day.”March 2024
“We had the Hakka Platter for dessert which finished the night perfectly.”
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“We had the Hakka Platter for dessert which finished the night perfectly.”January 2026
“The mocktails, especially the ice teas, are the perfect addition to the meal.”
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“The mocktails, especially the ice teas, are the perfect addition to the meal.”January 2026
“Food is very good! If you like ribs, the Jasmine short ribs is a must! My favorite!”
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“Food is very good! If you like ribs, the Jasmine short ribs is a must! My favorite!”December 2025
“Hakkasan delivered an exceptional dining experience with its elegant atmosphere and bold Cantonese flavors. The dim sum selection was delicate and flavorful, the Peking duck was perfectly crispy and rich, and the lobster noodle dish was luxurious and satisfying.”
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“Hakkasan delivered an exceptional dining experience with its elegant atmosphere and bold Cantonese flavors. The dim sum selection was delicate and flavorful, the Peking duck was perfectly crispy and rich, and the lobster noodle dish was luxurious and satisfying.”August 2025
“Every dish was a masterpiece, but the highlights for me were the exquisite caviar bites, the flavorful dumplings, the perfectly cooked octopus, and the mango dessert, which was the perfect ending to an exceptional meal.”
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“Every dish was a masterpiece, but the highlights for me were the exquisite caviar bites, the flavorful dumplings, the perfectly cooked octopus, and the mango dessert, which was the perfect ending to an exceptional meal.”January 2025
“Dumplings were divine, and the mixed dessert plate is a must-try.”
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“Dumplings were divine, and the mixed dessert plate is a must-try.”July 2025
“Equally impressive was the Mixed Vegetable Stir Fry, lightly kissed with a subtle sweet sauce that perfectly complemented the fresh, crisp vegetables – another dish we thoroughly enjoyed.”
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“Equally impressive was the Mixed Vegetable Stir Fry, lightly kissed with a subtle sweet sauce that perfectly complemented the fresh, crisp vegetables – another dish we thoroughly enjoyed.”May 2025
“Prawn fritters with truffle, salt and pepper squid, and Smoked beef ribs with jasmine tea are always my favorites.”
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“Prawn fritters with truffle, salt and pepper squid, and Smoked beef ribs with jasmine tea are always my favorites.”September 2023
“I also got the roasted chicken satay. The chicken melted in my mouth as the meat was very tender and flavorful with all the spices.”
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“I also got the roasted chicken satay. The chicken melted in my mouth as the meat was very tender and flavorful with all the spices.”September 2024
“Their Dim Sum selection (supreme platter) is so good that we ended up trying more than one, all this followed by the traditional Peking Duck, Sweet and Sour Chicken and the not to miss Rock Shrimp XO fried rice (an absolute favourite!!) paired with a well curated selection of wines around the world (the sommelier will help you for the right pair to your food)”
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“Their Dim Sum selection (supreme platter) is so good that we ended up trying more than one, all this followed by the traditional Peking Duck, Sweet and Sour Chicken and the not to miss Rock Shrimp XO fried rice (an absolute favourite!!) paired with a well curated selection of wines around the world (the sommelier will help you for the right pair to your food)”December 2025
“Prawn fritters with truffle, salt and pepper squid, and Smoked beef ribs with jasmine tea are always my favorites.”
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“Prawn fritters with truffle, salt and pepper squid, and Smoked beef ribs with jasmine tea are always my favorites.”September 2023
“I tried signature Mongolian beef stir fry, and I don’t think I’ll taste better for a while.”
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“I tried signature Mongolian beef stir fry, and I don’t think I’ll taste better for a while.”December 2025
“Prawn fritters with truffle, salt and pepper squid, and Smoked beef ribs with jasmine tea are always my favorites.”
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“Prawn fritters with truffle, salt and pepper squid, and Smoked beef ribs with jasmine tea are always my favorites.”September 2023
“The smoked duck was crispy, with great spicy peanut sauce.”
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“The smoked duck was crispy, with great spicy peanut sauce.”December 2025
“Hot and Sour soup, grilled Shanghai veg dumplings, Hakka noodles and stir fried lotus roots with asparagus. Soup was lacking flavors. it was only vinegar taste I was getting. Dumplings were the star of the day. Noodles and stir fried vegetables were too good.”
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“Hot and Sour soup, grilled Shanghai veg dumplings, Hakka noodles and stir fried lotus roots with asparagus. Soup was lacking flavors. it was only vinegar taste I was getting. Dumplings were the star of the day. Noodles and stir fried vegetables were too good.”March 2024
“All the dishes are delicious. The Supreme Dim Sum platter is always ever so fabulous.”
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“All the dishes are delicious. The Supreme Dim Sum platter is always ever so fabulous.”September 2023
“Their Dim Sum selection (supreme platter) is so good that we ended up trying more than one, all this followed by the traditional Peking Duck, Sweet and Sour Chicken and the not to miss Rock Shrimp XO fried rice (an absolute favourite!!) paired with a well curated selection of wines around the world (the sommelier will help you for the right pair to your food)”
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“Their Dim Sum selection (supreme platter) is so good that we ended up trying more than one, all this followed by the traditional Peking Duck, Sweet and Sour Chicken and the not to miss Rock Shrimp XO fried rice (an absolute favourite!!) paired with a well curated selection of wines around the world (the sommelier will help you for the right pair to your food)”December 2025
“Well we didn't know where to as it all sounded amazing, so we had the tasting menu, which was well a well curated explosion of refined Asian flavours, served as three courses which was a great touch over small plates for me.”
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“Well we didn't know where to as it all sounded amazing, so we had the tasting menu, which was well a well curated explosion of refined Asian flavours, served as three courses which was a great touch over small plates for me.”September 2025
“The Six Hands Dinner at Hakkasan, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, was exactly that: a night where three of Hakkasan’s finest chefs stepped beyond the ordinary to deliver a symphony of flavours and artistry that can only be described as spectacular.”
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“The Six Hands Dinner at Hakkasan, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, was exactly that: a night where three of Hakkasan’s finest chefs stepped beyond the ordinary to deliver a symphony of flavours and artistry that can only be described as spectacular.”October 2025
“The Tofu, Aubergine, and Mushroom Claypot in Black Bean Sauce was a highlight, packed with rich, savory flavors that left us savoring every mouthful.”
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“The Tofu, Aubergine, and Mushroom Claypot in Black Bean Sauce was a highlight, packed with rich, savory flavors that left us savoring every mouthful.”May 2025
“My favorite dish was the truffle lobster noodles.”
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“My favorite dish was the truffle lobster noodles.”August 2025
“The veg dumplings were especially creative, with the corn dumpling being a highlight.”
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“The veg dumplings were especially creative, with the corn dumpling being a highlight.”December 2025
“Next, the Vegan Dim Sum Platter stole the show with eight freshly prepared pieces, each crafted with evident care and bursting with flavor. Every bite was a joy, showcasing the artistry of Hakkasan’s culinary team.”
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“Next, the Vegan Dim Sum Platter stole the show with eight freshly prepared pieces, each crafted with evident care and bursting with flavor. Every bite was a joy, showcasing the artistry of Hakkasan’s culinary team.”May 2025
“I also tried one of their cocktails- the wildflower. Very refreshing.”
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“I also tried one of their cocktails- the wildflower. Very refreshing.”March 2025
“My first experience for Yellow tail fish and must say, I'm glad I accepted Win's ( our table waitress) recommendation whilst the brown rice was equally sumptuous.”
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“My first experience for Yellow tail fish and must say, I'm glad I accepted Win's ( our table waitress) recommendation whilst the brown rice was equally sumptuous.”August 2021
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“The black cod is cooked to perfection and the sauce rounds the dish up nicely. Definitely a must try when you visit.”
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“The black cod is cooked to perfection and the sauce rounds the dish up nicely. Definitely a must try when you visit.”January 2026
“And then we had their blu tea which was nice.”
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“And then we had their blu tea which was nice.”March 2024
“I had the smoked Negroni, which was incredible – rich, balanced, and one of the best I’ve had.”
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“I had the smoked Negroni, which was incredible – rich, balanced, and one of the best I’ve had.”September 2025
“If you are on a half board package with Atlantis they will offer you the signature dish tasting menu for AED 588 per person. It is definitely not worth it.”
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“If you are on a half board package with Atlantis they will offer you the signature dish tasting menu for AED 588 per person. It is definitely not worth it.”April 2024
“The Peking duck was a 7/10, the wagyu was no better than the 36 AED wagyu cubes I order off of Careem Quik and cook myself at home … & the dessert was great while everything else was very disappointing.”
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“The Peking duck was a 7/10, the wagyu was no better than the 36 AED wagyu cubes I order off of Careem Quik and cook myself at home … & the dessert was great while everything else was very disappointing.”December 2024
“We started with the Hot and Sour Soup, which was a touch too sour for our taste but easily balanced with the sweet chili sauce provided – a simple fix that elevated the dish.”
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“We started with the Hot and Sour Soup, which was a touch too sour for our taste but easily balanced with the sweet chili sauce provided – a simple fix that elevated the dish.”May 2025
“Hot and Sour soup, grilled Shanghai veg dumplings, Hakka noodles and stir fried lotus roots with asparagus. Soup was lacking flavors. it was only vinegar taste I was getting.”March 2024
Book ahead. Make a reservation, particularly for dinner; one guest was pleased they had booked.
Try lunch. Consider the dim sum lunch if you want the Michelin-star experience at a lower reported cost than dinner.
Share carefully. Check portion sizes before ordering: one Dragon set menu for two was reported to be enough for three people.
Ask about swaps. If you do not eat meat, ask whether meat dim sum can be replaced; one diner was offered fish dim sum.
Try Hakka Nights. Thursday diners can look out for Hakka Nights, a recurring experience described as especially memorable.
Check access. If you are visiting Atlantis, note that entering the restaurant does not grant access to the wider hotel area.
Plan the visit
One diner reported smoke travelling from people smoking at the bar, alongside loud club-style music.
The low lighting can make reading the menu difficult, and one guest even struggled to find the exit.
Reviews describe the restaurant as expensive, with wine singled out as especially costly.
A returning diner felt that several dishes no longer tasted as they had previously, despite polished presentation and service.
The restaurant may feel cramped for a Michelin-level occasion, with tables described as very close together.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
Pearl Menu
“We ordered the Pearl Menu which was priced as 698aed per person and additional 30g of Caviar for 400aed”Google review · May 2023
30g of Caviar
“We ordered the Pearl Menu which was priced as 698aed per person and additional 30g of Caviar for 400aed”Google review · May 2023
Vueve Cliquot Champagne
“We ordered a Vueve Cliquot Champagne priced at 750aed”Google review · May 2023
signature dish tasting menu
“If you are on a half board package with Atlantis they will offer you the signature dish tasting menu for AED 588 per person”Google review · April 2024
The Bottom Line
Hakkasan Dubai is an ornate Cantonese restaurant in Palm Jumeirah, known in reviews for carefully presented food, polished service and a dark, lounge-like atmosphere. The strongest ordering clues are the delicate dim sum, Peking duck, black cod and truffle lobster noodles; the cocktail list also gets unusually specific praise, from the smoked Negroni to the balanced Forget Me Not. It works especially well for birthdays, anniversaries and engagements.
Guests describe surprise desserts, handwritten cards and attentive explanations of the menu. There is also a substantial vegan selection, including an eight-piece dim sum platter and tofu, aubergine and mushroom claypot, while families have reported thoughtful touches such as a high chair and kid-friendly cutlery. The mood is not universally comfortable.
Several reviews call the restaurant very dark, and one diner reported smoke drifting from the bar, loud club music and tables packed closely together. If conversation matters, check the evening atmosphere before booking. Portions can be generous too: one Dragon set menu for two was considered enough for three.
Prices are firmly high-end. Historical reviews mention a Pearl Menu at 698aed per person, caviar at 400aed for 30g and Champagne at 750aed, so confirm current pricing before committing.