Hutong Dubai

Hutong Dubai

DIFC

Hutong Dubai is a high-end Chinese restaurant in DIFC focused on Northern Chinese cuisine, dim sum and cocktails. Reviews make the handmade dumplings and Peking duck the clearest draws, while the dramatic interiors, attentive service and occasional terrace views suit celebratory dinners, business meals and relaxed brunches.

Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
1,730 ratings
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The Good Stuff

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Peking Duck

The Peking duck is repeatedly praised, with one reviewer calling it their favourite in Dubai for its consistency.

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Dim Sum

Dim sum is a major strength, from delicate steamed dumplings to crystal dumplings, soup dumplings and truffle mushroom baos.

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What to Eat at Hutong Dubai

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

Food 2

  1. Hutong prawn roll Net +2
    “Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”
  2. Mapo tofu Net +2
    “However, I must say that the vegetarian dishes stole the show! The mapo tofu was particularly outstanding, bursting with flavor and spice that transported us back to our favorite meals in Hong Kong.”
Honorable mentions (52)
  1. All you can eat brunch Net +1
    “What a great experience. Went for the all you can eat brunch. Lilian, Kevin, and the entire serving staff were lovely. The food was fantastic! Great dimsums and the presentation of everything was a sight. Will definitely be coming back!”
  2. All you can eat dim sum Net +1
    “I went there for the ‘All you can eat’ dim sum and I was really impressed, such delicious and fragrant gourmet dumplings.”
  3. Brunch Net +1
    “Really enjoyed our brunch this Saturday, it was truly amazing. Food was really good, Service 5 star First class! Many thanks to our waiter Sai who was amazing and very attentive.”
  4. Chef’s menu Net +1
    “I had the Chef’s menu and it was delightful from start to finish.”
  5. Chicken wontons Net +1
    “We also tried a variety of dim sums and chicken wontons, each one delicately made and beautifully presented. The textures were spot on, from silky wrappers to juicy fillings.”
  6. Chilian seabass dumpling Net +1
    “The chilian seabass dumpling I had as a starter was absolutely delicious and one of the highlights of the night.”
  7. Chilled asparagus Net +1
    “The chilled asparagus was fresh, crisp, and beautifully balanced.”
  8. Chilli fish bowl Net +1
    “The chilli fish bowl was perfectly balanced—bold, spicy, and full of deep, comforting flavours.”
  9. Crispy duck rolls Net +1
    “Hutong's unlimited dim sum is a must-try. The ambiance and service were superb and attentive, making the dining experience feel truly premium. Every dish in the dim sum spread was excellent—especially the Steamed wild Mushroom and Truffle Baos and crispy duck rolls, which are an absolute showstopper of flavor and texture! (The soup could use a little improvement, but that's a minor detail.)”
  10. Crispy prawn toast Net +1
    “The Peking duck wraps, dim sum, crispy prawn toast, and noodles were all outstanding, and even the dessert was the perfect ending to the meal—creative, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious.”
  11. Crispy seafood spring rolls Net +1
    “We tried several dishes, including the crispy seafood spring rolls, spicy beef, mushroom buns, and one of the signature desserts. Overall, the food was tasty and enjoyable, especially some of the starters, but honestly we expected a bit more considering the reputation and pricing. Nothing was bad at all, it just didn’t fully reach the “wow” level we were hoping for.”
  12. Crystal dumplings Net +1
    “the dim sum spread was incredible, from delicate steamed dumplings and golden soup dumplings in little bamboo baskets, to beautifully coloured crystal dumplings and crispy spring rolls. Every dish was a work of art.”
  13. Duck fried rice Net +1
    “And the duck fried rice? A standout. The grains held their integrity beautifully, each one distinct yet packed with flavor. Elevated even further by that incredible wok hei the smoky, slightly charred depth that only a proper wok can deliver.”
  14. Egg fried rice Net +1
    “The lamb shank was tender and deeply flavourful, and both the prawn fried rice and egg fried rice were perfectly executed and complemented the meal wonderfully.”
  15. Flaming half duck Net +1
    “Tonight for our 2nd visit we got dinner: The flaming half duck, steamed cod & some dim sum. Out of all our experiences with Chinese food, this has been the most perfectly crafted one.”
  16. Flaming peking duck Net +1
    “Signature dishes like the flaming Peking duck and red lantern soft-shell crab stand out for both flavor and presentation.”
  17. Flaming wagyu beef char siu Net +1
    “The Hutong prawn roll was perfectly golden and packed with flavour, while the flaming Wagyu beef char siu was an absolute showstopper — both visually spectacular and incredibly tender with rich, caramelised flavours.”
  18. Half duck Net +1
    “The half duck came right after, staff cuts it in thin slices on a plate, served with the classic hoisin sauce, crepes and cucumber. The duck was delicious, super crispy, dripping fat, still warm.”
  19. Kou shui chicken Net +1
    “The food was sublime. We tried the truffle mushroom Bao, Kou shui chicken, rice noodles with scallops, Wagyu millefeuille, and Ma la (dessert). From start to end, each and every dish was perfectly sumptuous.”
  20. Kung pao prawns Net +1
    “Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”
  21. Lamb shank Net +1
    “The lamb shank was tender and deeply flavourful, and both the prawn fried rice and egg fried rice were perfectly executed and complemented the meal wonderfully.”
  22. Matcha chocolate dessert Net +1
    “The real star, however, was the matcha chocolate dessert — truly outstanding and beautifully balanced.”
  23. Mushroom buns Net +1
    “We tried several dishes, including the crispy seafood spring rolls, spicy beef, mushroom buns, and one of the signature desserts. Overall, the food was tasty and enjoyable, especially some of the starters, but honestly we expected a bit more considering the reputation and pricing. Nothing was bad at all, it just didn’t fully reach the “wow” level we were hoping for.”
  24. Mushroom truffle dumpling Net +1
    “The vegetarian dumpling platter is a must try with each variety offering something unique, though the mushroom truffle dumpling is an absolute highlight.”
  25. Oolong ice cream Net +1
    “Also, the Oolong Ice Cream was delicious.”
  26. Peking duck wraps Net +1
    “The Peking duck wraps, dim sum, crispy prawn toast, and noodles were all outstanding, and even the dessert was the perfect ending to the meal—creative, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious.”
  27. Pepper beef Net +1
    “Every dish was exceptional, but the scallops, cod, and the famous pepper beef were simply unbelievable — perfectly prepared, full of depth, and beautifully balanced in flavor.”
  28. Prawn fried rice Net +1
    “The lamb shank was tender and deeply flavourful, and both the prawn fried rice and egg fried rice were perfectly executed and complemented the meal wonderfully.”
  29. Red lantern soft-shell crab Net +1
    “Signature dishes like the flaming Peking duck and red lantern soft-shell crab stand out for both flavor and presentation.”
  30. Rice noodles with scallops Net +1
    “The food was sublime. We tried the truffle mushroom Bao, Kou shui chicken, rice noodles with scallops, Wagyu millefeuille, and Ma la (dessert). From start to end, each and every dish was perfectly sumptuous.”
  31. Roasted peking duck Net +1
    “The roasted Peking duck I can recommend to everyone (we ordered half which was plenty for 3 people. A Chinese chef makes it ‘live’ at your table).”
  32. Sanchen spiced chicken Net +1
    “For mains, the wok tossed beef tenderloin is beautifully executed, the Sanchen spiced chicken delivers a perfect balance of heat and depth, and the vegetarian fried rice ties everything together wonderfully.”
  33. Seafood noodles Net +1
    “Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”
  34. Soft shell crab Net +1
    “I love the soft shell crab, wish it was a bit spicer but overall would recommend.”
  35. Soup dumplings Net +1
    “the dim sum spread was incredible, from delicate steamed dumplings and golden soup dumplings in little bamboo baskets, to beautifully coloured crystal dumplings and crispy spring rolls. Every dish was a work of art.”
  36. Spiced chilean sea bass Net +1
    “The spiced Chilean sea bass was delicately cooked and beautifully seasoned, and the steamed dim sum platter showcased refined craftsmanship and authentic taste.”
  37. Spicy beef Net +1
    “We tried several dishes, including the crispy seafood spring rolls, spicy beef, mushroom buns, and one of the signature desserts. Overall, the food was tasty and enjoyable, especially some of the starters, but honestly we expected a bit more considering the reputation and pricing. Nothing was bad at all, it just didn’t fully reach the “wow” level we were hoping for.”
  38. Spring roll Net +1
    “Best part were the xiao long bao, spring roll, and the Chicken. Everything is fantastic.”
  39. Steamed cod Net +1
    “Tonight for our 2nd visit we got dinner: The flaming half duck, steamed cod & some dim sum. Out of all our experiences with Chinese food, this has been the most perfectly crafted one.”
  40. Steamed dim sum platter Net +1
    “The spiced Chilean sea bass was delicately cooked and beautifully seasoned, and the steamed dim sum platter showcased refined craftsmanship and authentic taste.”
  41. Steamed wild mushroom and truffle baos Net +1
    “Hutong's unlimited dim sum is a must-try. The ambiance and service were superb and attentive, making the dining experience feel truly premium. Every dish in the dim sum spread was excellent—especially the Steamed wild Mushroom and Truffle Baos and crispy duck rolls, which are an absolute showstopper of flavor and texture! (The soup could use a little improvement, but that's a minor detail.)”
  42. Sweet stir Net +1
    “With the remaining of the duck they prepare a sweet stir, served with lettuce crepes. Also good, but I prefer more clean flavors.”
  43. Truffle mushroom bao Net +1
    “The food was sublime. We tried the truffle mushroom Bao, Kou shui chicken, rice noodles with scallops, Wagyu millefeuille, and Ma la (dessert). From start to end, each and every dish was perfectly sumptuous.”
  44. Unlimited dim sum Net +1
    “Hutong's unlimited dim sum is a must-try. The ambiance and service were superb and attentive, making the dining experience feel truly premium. Every dish in the dim sum spread was excellent—especially the Steamed wild Mushroom and Truffle Baos and crispy duck rolls, which are an absolute showstopper of flavor and texture! (The soup could use a little improvement, but that's a minor detail.)”
  45. Unlimited dimsum Net +1
    “Been here couple of times. Mostly dinner but recently went twice for their Unlimited dimsum. Amazing offer, perfect for dimsum lover. Everything was spot on.”
  46. Unlimited dimsum lunch Net +1
    “We had the unlimited dimsum lunch and oh boy none of us can stand up after because of all the food. I’d say it’s an authentic Chinese food experience if you’re looking for one.”
  47. Vegetarian dumpling platter Net +1
    “The vegetarian dumpling platter is a must try with each variety offering something unique, though the mushroom truffle dumpling is an absolute highlight.”
  48. Vegetarian fried rice Net +1
    “For mains, the wok tossed beef tenderloin is beautifully executed, the Sanchen spiced chicken delivers a perfect balance of heat and depth, and the vegetarian fried rice ties everything together wonderfully.”
  49. Wagyu millefeuille Net +1
    “The food was sublime. We tried the truffle mushroom Bao, Kou shui chicken, rice noodles with scallops, Wagyu millefeuille, and Ma la (dessert). From start to end, each and every dish was perfectly sumptuous.”
  50. Wok tossed beef tenderloin Net +1
    “For mains, the wok tossed beef tenderloin is beautifully executed, the Sanchen spiced chicken delivers a perfect balance of heat and depth, and the vegetarian fried rice ties everything together wonderfully.”
  51. Xiao long bao Net +1
    “Best part were the xiao long bao, spring roll, and the Chicken. Everything is fantastic.”
  52. Yuzu mescal Net +1
    “We ordered 2 cocktails to start - the yuzu mescal and the gin basil. 1st was much better but both balanced and tasty.”

Drinks 1

  1. Gin basil Net +1
    “We ordered 2 cocktails to start - the yuzu mescal and the gin basil. 1st was much better but both balanced and tasty.”
What to Avoid (6)

Food 6

  1. Chocolate tart Net −1
    “It came with a date cake (the best of the platter but very below average), a sesame and salted caramel sweet (underwhelming), a chocolate tart (for me terrible but I also don’t love chocolate desserts), some fruits and 2 ice cream scoops (coconut and strawberry, okayish).”
  2. Date cake Net −1
    “It came with a date cake (the best of the platter but very below average), a sesame and salted caramel sweet (underwhelming), a chocolate tart (for me terrible but I also don’t love chocolate desserts), some fruits and 2 ice cream scoops (coconut and strawberry, okayish).”
  3. Dessert platter Net −1
    “To end we ordered the dessert platter for 2. Good quantity and very nice presentation looking like famous Chinese dishes, but for me the flavor was not there in many.”
  4. Flaming wagyu Net −1
    “For starters we got the flaming wagyu (found it quite average, didn’t like the kumquat on top as it would overpower everything else), the assorted dim sums (very very good), and the Hutong crispy prawn (didn’t particularly like it, too fried).”
  5. Hutong crispy prawn Net −1
    “For starters we got the flaming wagyu (found it quite average, didn’t like the kumquat on top as it would overpower everything else), the assorted dim sums (very very good), and the Hutong crispy prawn (didn’t particularly like it, too fried).”
  6. Sesame and salted caramel sweet Net −1
    “It came with a date cake (the best of the platter but very below average), a sesame and salted caramel sweet (underwhelming), a chocolate tart (for me terrible but I also don’t love chocolate desserts), some fruits and 2 ice cream scoops (coconut and strawberry, okayish).”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Pre-order Duck. Reserve and pre-order the half duck if you want it, as one diner did before a Friday-night visit.

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Use Valet. Use the entrance valet if driving; a review reports free parking for three hours.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Ground Floor DIFC - Gate Building 6 - Al Sukook Street
Zaa'beel Second - DIFC, Dubai
Mon12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tue12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wed12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thu12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Fri12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sat12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sun12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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High Pricing

Some diners felt the pricing was too high, including one who described the Peking duck as costing more than $250.

Small Portions

Portions can feel conservative for the price, so sharing several dishes may be necessary for a fuller meal.

Customer-reported prices

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

$250+

Peking duck

“The Peking duck was outstanding (at a cost of $250+)”
Google review · January 2026

1500aed

3 starters, half duck, dessert platter, 4 cocktails, sparkling water

“We paid 1500aed, which is on the expensive side for sure (3 starters, half duck, dessert platter, 4 cocktails, sparkling water)”
Google review · September 2025
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The Bottom Line

Hutong Dubai is a polished Northern Chinese restaurant in DIFC where the food is designed to be shared and the setting does plenty of the talking. Start with dim sum or the vegetarian dumpling platter, then consider the Peking duck; reviewers also single out the flaming half duck, duck fried rice and matcha chocolate dessert. The strongest pattern is attentive, well-informed service.

Staff are often praised for explaining dishes and keeping an eye on tables without hovering. The restaurant’s moody interiors, red lanterns and wishing tree create a memorable backdrop, while the terrace has views towards the Museum of the Future. Valet parking is another practical advantage, with reviews mentioning three complimentary hours.

There are a few things to weigh up. Portions can be measured, and several diners consider the pricing high; one reported paying $250+ for the Peking duck, while another paid 1500aed for a meal with starters, half duck, dessert, cocktails and water. The room can also become noisy when music and drumming build, and one review found the décor less distinctly Chinese than expected.

For better value, check the business lunch or unlimited dim sum offers, and book ahead if you have your heart set on duck.

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