Desi-Chinese
Reviews describe the food as Pakistani-Chinese or desi-Chinese, with a distinctive spice-led style.
Hengchen DSO
Dubai Silicon Oasis
Hengchen DSO is a Chinese restaurant in Dubai Silicon Oasis serving Pakistani-Chinese and desi-Chinese dishes. Reviews point to favourites such as sweet and sour chicken and Singaporean fried rice, while bulk catering for celebrations is another practical reason to consider it.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
450 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Signature Dish
Sweet and sour chicken is a repeat-order favourite for at least one regular customer.
Generous Box
The desi Chinese box for two was reported to include two gravies, sides, two drinks and a full portion of fried rice.
Catering
A graduation-party order was described as fresh, well-presented and smoothly managed by a professional, punctual team.
Late Hours
One reviewer appreciated that the restaurant remained open after midnight, making a quieter late visit possible.
Family Space
One review found enough room for a family dine-in experience.
What to Eat at Hengchen DSO How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Hengchen DSO, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Hengchen DSO got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Egg fried rice Net +2
“We loved the TNT prawns, egg fried rice, chicken, and Singaporean noodles. I think all the food was great my only suggestion is to less the oil in fried rice.”
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“We loved the TNT prawns, egg fried rice, chicken, and Singaporean noodles. I think all the food was great my only suggestion is to less the oil in fried rice.”February 2025
“Ordered Egg fried rice with mains including Sweet & Sour Chicken, Shrimp Schezuan Sauce and Beef Manchurian (red sauce). The food was super fresh and tasty (including the starter crackers). Thanks to Mr. Chathuranga for his recommendation and service. A downside though was the constant rush by delivery companies. I wish the management increases the dining space. Thanks, team Hengchen DSO.”October 2025
Honorable mentions (14)
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Sweet & sour chicken Net +1
“Singaporean fried rice and honey prawns was delicious. Sweet and sour chicken is my favorite, always get it when I come. Sanju and Zuhoor took good care of me and my family, Thanks to all staff members See you again!”
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“Singaporean fried rice and honey prawns was delicious. Sweet and sour chicken is my favorite, always get it when I come. Sanju and Zuhoor took good care of me and my family, Thanks to all staff members See you again!”February 2026
“Ordered Egg fried rice with mains including Sweet & Sour Chicken, Shrimp Schezuan Sauce and Beef Manchurian (red sauce). The food was super fresh and tasty (including the starter crackers). Thanks to Mr. Chathuranga for his recommendation and service. A downside though was the constant rush by delivery companies. I wish the management increases the dining space. Thanks, team Hengchen DSO.”October 2025
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American chopsey Net +1
“American Chopsey was my favourite.”
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“American Chopsey was my favourite.”February 2025
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Beef manchurian (red sauce) Net +1
“Ordered Egg fried rice with mains including Sweet & Sour Chicken, Shrimp Schezuan Sauce and Beef Manchurian (red sauce). The food was super fresh and tasty (including the starter crackers). Thanks to Mr. Chathuranga for his recommendation and service. A downside though was the constant rush by delivery companies. I wish the management increases the dining space. Thanks, team Hengchen DSO.”
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Review excerpts
“Ordered Egg fried rice with mains including Sweet & Sour Chicken, Shrimp Schezuan Sauce and Beef Manchurian (red sauce). The food was super fresh and tasty (including the starter crackers). Thanks to Mr. Chathuranga for his recommendation and service. A downside though was the constant rush by delivery companies. I wish the management increases the dining space. Thanks, team Hengchen DSO.”October 2025
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Chicken fried rice Net +1
“Excellent food for Hengchen Good service and very cooperated staff Thai green curry and chicken fried rice”
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“Excellent food for Hengchen Good service and very cooperated staff Thai green curry and chicken fried rice”April 2024
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Chowmein Net +1
“Food was delicious. I loved their chowmein.”
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“Food was delicious. I loved their chowmein.”December 2025
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Desi chinese box for two Net +1
“I have had a dine in experience here , the ambience was amazing , food was delicious and everything was perfect , now I ordered a desi Chinese box for two and seriously I was impressed by the quantity and the taste.”
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“I have had a dine in experience here , the ambience was amazing , food was delicious and everything was perfect , now I ordered a desi Chinese box for two and seriously I was impressed by the quantity and the taste.”November 2025
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Honey prawns Net +1
“Singaporean fried rice and honey prawns was delicious. Sweet and sour chicken is my favorite, always get it when I come. Sanju and Zuhoor took good care of me and my family, Thanks to all staff members See you again!”
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Review excerpts
“Singaporean fried rice and honey prawns was delicious. Sweet and sour chicken is my favorite, always get it when I come. Sanju and Zuhoor took good care of me and my family, Thanks to all staff members See you again!”February 2026
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Karachi bucket biryani Net +1
“Best Chinese food test really good 👍👍😊 Enough space for dine inn with family great experience... Fantastic blends of the test . Karachi bucket biryani is the best I love it..♥️♥️♥️”
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“Best Chinese food test really good 👍👍😊 Enough space for dine inn with family great experience... Fantastic blends of the test . Karachi bucket biryani is the best I love it..♥️♥️♥️”January 2026
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Noodles Net +1
“Lovely little place and honestly best noodles and chinese food I've come across in Dubai. Absolutely superb and Zahoor was the best host. Really nice guy, good, cosy atmosphere and the kitchen served up a treat. 6 star is possible! Service, value and taste, as good as can ask for.”
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“Lovely little place and honestly best noodles and chinese food I've come across in Dubai. Absolutely superb and Zahoor was the best host. Really nice guy, good, cosy atmosphere and the kitchen served up a treat. 6 star is possible! Service, value and taste, as good as can ask for.”December 2025
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Shrimp schezuan sauce Net +1
“Ordered Egg fried rice with mains including Sweet & Sour Chicken, Shrimp Schezuan Sauce and Beef Manchurian (red sauce). The food was super fresh and tasty (including the starter crackers). Thanks to Mr. Chathuranga for his recommendation and service. A downside though was the constant rush by delivery companies. I wish the management increases the dining space. Thanks, team Hengchen DSO.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Ordered Egg fried rice with mains including Sweet & Sour Chicken, Shrimp Schezuan Sauce and Beef Manchurian (red sauce). The food was super fresh and tasty (including the starter crackers). Thanks to Mr. Chathuranga for his recommendation and service. A downside though was the constant rush by delivery companies. I wish the management increases the dining space. Thanks, team Hengchen DSO.”October 2025
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Singaporean fried rice Net +1
“Singaporean fried rice and honey prawns was delicious. Sweet and sour chicken is my favorite, always get it when I come. Sanju and Zuhoor took good care of me and my family, Thanks to all staff members See you again!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Singaporean fried rice and honey prawns was delicious. Sweet and sour chicken is my favorite, always get it when I come. Sanju and Zuhoor took good care of me and my family, Thanks to all staff members See you again!”February 2026
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Singaporean noodles Net +1
“We loved the TNT prawns, egg fried rice, chicken, and Singaporean noodles.”
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Review excerpts
“We loved the TNT prawns, egg fried rice, chicken, and Singaporean noodles.”February 2025
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Thai green curry Net +1
“Excellent food for Hengchen Good service and very cooperated staff Thai green curry and chicken fried rice”
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“Excellent food for Hengchen Good service and very cooperated staff Thai green curry and chicken fried rice”April 2024
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Tnt prawns Net +1
“We loved the TNT prawns, egg fried rice, chicken, and Singaporean noodles.”
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“We loved the TNT prawns, egg fried rice, chicken, and Singaporean noodles.”February 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid Rush. Consider a quieter time if you want to dine in, since delivery traffic can crowd the small seating area.
Ask Parking. If parking is unclear, ask the team for guidance; one late-night visitor found that help made arrival easier.
Try Box. For two people, consider the desi Chinese box, reported to include gravies, sides, drinks and a full portion of fried rice.
Order Favourite. Sweet and sour chicken is a safe starting point if you want to try one of the repeatedly mentioned dishes.
Check Freshness. For delivery, check the food on arrival and contact the restaurant promptly if it has an unusual smell.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Zain Residence
Nadd Hessa - Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai
| Mon | 8:30 AM – 1:30 AM |
| Tue | 8:30 AM – 1:30 AM |
| Wed | 8:30 AM – 1:30 AM |
| Thu | 8:30 AM – 1:30 AM |
| Fri | 8:30 AM – 1:30 AM |
| Sat | 8:30 AM – 1:30 AM |
| Sun | 8:30 AM – 1:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Small Dining
Several reviews describe limited seating, with one calling it a delivery-focused kitchen with only three tables by reception.
Delivery Rush
Delivery activity can create a rushed atmosphere and reduce the comfort of dining in.
Long Waits
One customer reported orders taking more than 50 minutes.
Food Concern
A delivery customer reported a spoiled smell and questioned the freshness and handling of the chicken received.
Oily Rice
One group enjoyed the meal but suggested using less oil in the fried rice.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
28aed
biryani for a bucket
“Worst service ever! 28aed biryani for a bucket and this what they serve!! See photo”Google review · October 2025
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The Bottom Line
Hengchen DSO is a Pakistani-Chinese and desi-Chinese restaurant in Dubai Silicon Oasis, with reviews centred on flavourful comfort food rather than traditional regional Chinese cooking. You can order familiar favourites such as sweet and sour chicken, Singaporean fried rice, honey prawns and chowmein. The desi Chinese box for two is especially useful when you want a broader meal: one review says it came with two gravies, sides, two drinks and a full portion of fried rice.
Service is usually described as friendly, helpful and well trained, and a graduation-party catering order was praised for fresh food, attractive presentation, punctuality and smooth organisation. Prices are generally described as reasonable or good value, although one review specifically reported a 28 AED biryani bucket containing just one baby chicken leg, so expectations around that item may need checking. The main practical drawback is the compact dining area.
Reviews mention only three tables by reception and a constant delivery-company rush, while another customer reported waiting more than 50 minutes for an order. If you are dining in, a quieter time may be more comfortable. The restaurant has also been noted as open after midnight, and staff can help with parking.
Most feedback is strongly positive, but one delivery review raised a serious concern about spoiled-smelling chicken, worth bearing in mind when ordering.