Harummanis

Harummanis

Jumeirah

Harummanis is a modern Malay-Singaporean restaurant in Jumeirah, rooted in a Singapore hawker-stall legacy. Reviews make the beef rendang and duck pancakes the clearest starting points, while the warm dining room and staff who explain the stories behind dishes add a more considered, fine-dining-style touch.

Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
196 ratings
5★
83%
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3★
2%
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3%
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3%

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The Good Stuff

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Tender Rendang

The beef rendang is repeatedly praised for deep flavour and exceptionally tender meat, with one diner saying it fell apart under a spoon.

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Duck Pancakes

Duck pancakes are a recurring highlight, described as delicate, spicy and moreish, with several diners recommending them as a first order.

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What to Eat at Harummanis

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

Food 8

  1. Duck pancakes Net +9
    “Everything we had was brilliant, but the duck pancakes were an absolutely delicious dish.”
  2. Chargrilled ikan pepes (seabass) Net +2
    “It’s impossible to choose a favourite, but if I had to recommend a few standouts: the chicken satay was tender and perfectly grilled, the chargrilled Ikan Pepes (seabass) was rich and aromatic, and the Beef Rendang, served with fragrant coconut rice, transported me straight back to my travel days in Asia.”
  3. Coconut rice Net +2
    “The food was such an amazing mix of flavors and down to the simplest coconut rice was just Kidda 👍🏼👍🏼”
  4. Fried chicken Net +2
    “Go for the fried chicken for the theatrics and the sambal.”
  5. Lamb chops Net +2
    “Today i try some dishes like urap, rujak buah, sate, lambchop, lempeng itik, ayam masakan putih and sarang semut. everything was amazing, only one thing personally i never eat lambchop welldone, i think it will be perfect if we can chose the doneness of lambchop that's it. the rest was amazing.”
  6. Sarang semut Net +2
    “We finished with the Sarang Semut dessert, which was also very nice.”
  7. Teh tarik ice cream Net +2
    “The teh Tarik ice cream was a standout dessert.”
  8. Terong Net +2
    “And then there's the Terong – fried eggplant with minced Wagyu in chilli oil. Sounds a bit bonkers, tastes utterly divine.”
Honorable mentions (28)
  1. Rojak buah Net +1
    “The Modern Malay Singaporean cuisine was yummy and tasty with authentic flavours. Some of the notable entree and main dishes we had was their rojak buah, lempeng itik, kangkong belacan, signature beef rendang and the chicken satay with percik sauce.”
  2. Ayam rempah Net +1
    “I tried their Ayam Rempah—beautifully marinated spiced fried chicken that was crispy on the outside and juicy inside. The flavor profile was bold, aromatic, and deeply satisfying.”
  3. Batang pinang Net +1
    “The Batang Pinang (beef tenderloin with spicy petis and jicama) was tender and rich, while the Lempeng Itik – corn masa pancake with pulled duck leg and chili boh – was both unique and delicious.”
  4. Beef carpaccio Net +1
    “Beef Carpaccio was on point, Duck pancakes were delicate, spicy and moreish, the Beef Rendang, cooked for almost an entire day, fell apart when it met the spoon, and the burger took a Malaysian twist.”
  5. Beef lung Net +1
    “The beef lung was wild — rich, tender, and packed with bold flavor.”
  6. Beef lung satay with sambal belado Net +1
    “But the standout for me? The beef lung satay with sambal belado — hands down the best beef lung I’ve ever tasted. Perfectly soft and tender with just the right amount of spice.”
  7. Cake made of palm sugar with the honey ice cream Net +1
    “And finished off with the cake made of palm sugar with the honey ice cream.”
  8. Char-grilled prawns Net +1
    “On a brighter note, the char-grilled prawns were a standout—absolutely delicious and paired wonderfully with unlimited servings of jasmine rice.”
  9. Chicken satay with percik sauce Net +1
    “The Modern Malay Singaporean cuisine was yummy and tasty with authentic flavours. Some of the notable entree and main dishes we had was their rojak buah, lempeng itik, kangkong belacan, signature beef rendang and the chicken satay with percik sauce.”
  10. Chicken wings Net +1
    “The crab spring rolls were excellent, the chicken wings lovely and the main course Beef Rendang so tender and flavourful.”
  11. Chocolate tart Net +1
    “Food was mediocre at best, highlight was the chocolate tart.”
  12. Crab spring rolls Net +1
    “The crab spring rolls were excellent, the chicken wings lovely and the main course Beef Rendang so tender and flavourful.”
  13. Dark chocolate dessert Net +1
    “I had the Spinach & Peanut Salad with Egg, the Beef Satay, the Duck Pancake, the Dark Chocolate dessert, turmeric wine drink (served in a Riedel!) & an espresso. I really enjoyed the space, the service & the tase of what I ordered.”
  14. Duck filled pancake Net +1
    “The outstanding dishes were: beef Rendang, duck filled pancake and the sea bass.”
  15. Grilled beef skewer Net +1
    “The grilled beef skewer was full of flavours !”
  16. Indomie Net +1
    “The food was delicious and packed with incredible flavor. The Indomie and duck pancakes were definitely the highlights, highly recommend trying both.”
  17. Jumbo prawns Net +1
    “Top food by chef Akmal. Must try: duck pancakes, stuffed calamari, jumbo prawns and the burger.. yes… the burger.”
  18. Kangkong belacan Net +1
    “The Modern Malay Singaporean cuisine was yummy and tasty with authentic flavours. Some of the notable entree and main dishes we had was their rojak buah, lempeng itik, kangkong belacan, signature beef rendang and the chicken satay with percik sauce.”
  19. Mango with meringue Net +1
    “The end, mango with meringue, decorated with fragrant kaffir lime, was a show-stopper.”
  20. Percik chicken satay Net +1
    “The Percik Chicken satay was also full of flavor and beautifully cooked.”
  21. Salad with the beans and shrimp Net +1
    “Great dining experience with tasty Malay dishes and fantastic service. I highly recommend the duck pancakes (if you can handle a bit of spice) and the salad with the beans and shrimp.”
  22. Satay’s Net +1
    “I’d recommend their satay’s, duck pancakes and the beef rendang! All outstanding choices.”
  23. Sate Net +1
    “Today i try some dishes like urap, rujak buah, sate, lambchop, lempeng itik, ayam masakan putih and sarang semut. everything was amazing, only one thing personally i never eat lambchop welldone, i think it will be perfect if we can chose the doneness of lambchop that's it. the rest was amazing.”
  24. Spinach & peanut salad with egg Net +1
    “I had the Spinach & Peanut Salad with Egg, the Beef Satay, the Duck Pancake, the Dark Chocolate dessert, turmeric wine drink (served in a Riedel!) & an espresso. I really enjoyed the space, the service & the tase of what I ordered.”
  25. Stuffed calamari Net +1
    “Top food by chef Akmal. Must try: duck pancakes, stuffed calamari, jumbo prawns and the burger.. yes… the burger.”
  26. Udang goreng Net +1
    “The duck pancakes, lamb chops, Udang Goreng, and Rendang beef were all flavorful and well prepared.”
  27. Urap Net +1
    “Today i try some dishes like urap, rujak buah, sate, lambchop, lempeng itik, ayam masakan putih and sarang semut. everything was amazing, only one thing personally i never eat lambchop welldone, i think it will be perfect if we can chose the doneness of lambchop that's it. the rest was amazing.”
  28. Chicken rendang Net 0

    Mixed feedback

    “The chicken rendang was amazing and so are all of the entrees, mains and desserts.”

Drinks 2

  1. Espresso Net +1
    “I had the Spinach & Peanut Salad with Egg, the Beef Satay, the Duck Pancake, the Dark Chocolate dessert, turmeric wine drink (served in a Riedel!) & an espresso. I really enjoyed the space, the service & the tase of what I ordered.”
  2. Turmeric wine drink Net +1
    “I had the Spinach & Peanut Salad with Egg, the Beef Satay, the Duck Pancake, the Dark Chocolate dessert, turmeric wine drink (served in a Riedel!) & an espresso. I really enjoyed the space, the service & the tase of what I ordered.”
What to Avoid (6)

Food 6

  1. Clam starter Net −1
    “I had pieces of shell in my clam starter, and the chciken rendang was nothing to write home about.”
  2. Ikan bakar Net −1
    “The Ikan bakar was also just okay that day - not authentic but I did enjoy the flavour. The second time I only ordered the Wagyu satay and the Ikan bakar. I have to say the Wagyu satay had to be one of the best beef satays I’ve ever had. The flavour was divine and the beef really was tender. It was a delight. However I was really disappointed with the Ikan bakar this time. The flavour of the sauce it self was okay but oh man the fish was so rubbery and difficult to cut through and it had a slightly fishy taste to it. Considering the price, it was quite a disappointment.”
  3. Rendang bao Net −1
    “The chicken satay and rendang bao were a real let down.”
  4. Rojak Net −1
    “However, the Rojak buah was not exactly what I expected - I understand that this restaurant isn’t necessarily authentic, but the dish didn’t really do much for me. This felt like a fruit salad/pickle versus rojak buah. I wish they played around more with the crispy texture/ sweeter flavours.”
  5. Roti john Net −1
    “The roti john, for instance, tastes entirely different from what you find in SG.”
  6. Wagyu beef burger Net −1
    “The wagyu beef burger was another letdown; it tasted very average, with the cheese slice resembling supermarket-quality processed cheese.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Start Sharing. Order the duck pancakes as a first taste of the menu; multiple diners call them a highlight, though one notes they can be spicy.

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Ask Recommendations. If the menu feels unfamiliar, ask the waiter for guidance: one diner said the recommendations were superb.

Plan the visit

Practical details

51 Al Wasl 51
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 1, Dubai
MonClosed
Tue6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Wed6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Thu6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fri3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sun12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
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Common Concerns

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Aircon Issues

A review reported fumes and smells inside, while another found the restaurant uncomfortably warm during lunch.

Uneven Dishes

Food quality is not always consistent: one diner found the ikan bakar rubbery and difficult to cut through on a return visit.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

40 - 55 aed

starters

“The bill was crazy cheap too……starters far larger than one person can eat for 40 - 55 aed”
Google review · January 2026

70aed

Main courses

“Main courses for 70aed, again far larger than one person can eat”
Google review · January 2026
DXB
LOCAL

The Bottom Line

Harummanis brings a contemporary take on Malay-Singaporean food to Jumeirah, with a menu that rewards sharing. The beef rendang and duck pancakes are the most dependable starting points in the reviews, while chicken or Wagyu satay, Lempeng Itik and dishes such as Ikan Pepes broaden the experience. Desserts have their own following: Sarang Semut, the Harummanis dessert and teh tarik ice cream are all singled out.

The setting is warm and Malay-inspired, and service is a major part of the meal. Staff are often described as attentive and knowledgeable, sometimes explaining the story behind each dish. Free-flow rice, including white, brown and nasi minyak, helps make a substantial meal, and one review found parking easy on the service road or through valet.

There are caveats. A few diners reported heat, fumes or air-conditioning problems, so it is worth checking before a summer lunch. Food can also be uneven: ikan bakar was praised by some but described elsewhere as rubbery, while one online order had small portions and watery, salty sambal.

The restaurant has no liquor licence, though medicinal drinks are available. Expect a modern interpretation rather than uniformly traditional Singaporean flavours; one diner found the roti john different and the overall food too sweet.

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