Peking Duck
The Peking duck is repeatedly praised, with one reviewer calling it their favourite in Dubai for its consistency.
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.
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The Peking duck is repeatedly praised, with one reviewer calling it their favourite in Dubai for its consistency.
Dim sum is a major strength, from delicate steamed dumplings to crystal dumplings, soup dumplings and truffle mushroom baos.
Several reviews highlight attentive, knowledgeable staff who explain dishes clearly and help guests choose.
Valet parking makes the DIFC visit easier, with one review noting three hours of complimentary valet access.
The interiors are a significant part of the experience, with red lanterns, moody design and a central wishing tree.
The terrace provides a scenic option for dinner or drinks, including views towards the Museum of the Future.
These items at Hutong Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
“Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”
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“Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”October 2025
“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.”February 2026
“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.”
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“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.”May 2025
“Similar to these dishes, if you are a vegetarian, I can also vouch for the Mapo tofu and their oyster mushroom, which had tried earlier.”May 2025
“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!”
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“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!”September 2025
“I went there for the ‘All you can eat’ dim sum and I was really impressed, such delicious and fragrant gourmet dumplings.”
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“I went there for the ‘All you can eat’ dim sum and I was really impressed, such delicious and fragrant gourmet dumplings.”June 2025
“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.”
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“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.”November 2024
“I had the Chef’s menu and it was delightful from start to finish.”
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“I had the Chef’s menu and it was delightful from start to finish.”October 2025
“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.”
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“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.”December 2025
“The chilian seabass dumpling I had as a starter was absolutely delicious and one of the highlights of the night.”
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“The chilian seabass dumpling I had as a starter was absolutely delicious and one of the highlights of the night.”May 2026
“The chilled asparagus was fresh, crisp, and beautifully balanced.”
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“The chilled asparagus was fresh, crisp, and beautifully balanced.”February 2026
“The chilli fish bowl was perfectly balanced—bold, spicy, and full of deep, comforting flavours.”
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“The chilli fish bowl was perfectly balanced—bold, spicy, and full of deep, comforting flavours.”December 2025
“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.)”
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“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.)”October 2025
“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.”
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“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.”June 2026
“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.”
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“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.”May 2026
“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.”
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“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.”April 2026
“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.”
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“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.”February 2026
“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.”
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“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.”February 2026
“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.”
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“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.”March 2026
“Signature dishes like the flaming Peking duck and red lantern soft-shell crab stand out for both flavor and presentation.”
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“Signature dishes like the flaming Peking duck and red lantern soft-shell crab stand out for both flavor and presentation.”July 2025
“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.”
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“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.”February 2026
“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.”
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“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.”September 2025
“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.”
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“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.”May 2025
“Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”
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“Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”October 2025
“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.”
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“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.”February 2026
“The real star, however, was the matcha chocolate dessert — truly outstanding and beautifully balanced.”
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“The real star, however, was the matcha chocolate dessert — truly outstanding and beautifully balanced.”May 2026
“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.”
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“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.”May 2026
“The vegetarian dumpling platter is a must try with each variety offering something unique, though the mushroom truffle dumpling is an absolute highlight.”
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“The vegetarian dumpling platter is a must try with each variety offering something unique, though the mushroom truffle dumpling is an absolute highlight.”April 2026
“Also, the Oolong Ice Cream was delicious.”
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“Also, the Oolong Ice Cream was delicious.”March 2026
“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.”
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“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.”June 2026
“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.”
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“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.”January 2026
“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.”
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“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.”February 2026
“Signature dishes like the flaming Peking duck and red lantern soft-shell crab stand out for both flavor and presentation.”
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“Signature dishes like the flaming Peking duck and red lantern soft-shell crab stand out for both flavor and presentation.”July 2025
“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.”
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“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.”May 2025
“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).”
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“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).”April 2024
“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.”
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“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.”April 2026
“Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”
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“Food was exceptional - my must try’s are the peking duck, Kung Pao Prawns, the seafood noodles, prawn roll and the Dim Sum.”October 2025
“I love the soft shell crab, wish it was a bit spicer but overall would recommend.”
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“I love the soft shell crab, wish it was a bit spicer but overall would recommend.”January 2026
“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.”
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“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.”April 2026
“The spiced Chilean sea bass was delicately cooked and beautifully seasoned, and the steamed dim sum platter showcased refined craftsmanship and authentic taste.”
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“The spiced Chilean sea bass was delicately cooked and beautifully seasoned, and the steamed dim sum platter showcased refined craftsmanship and authentic taste.”February 2026
“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.”
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“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.”May 2026
“Best part were the xiao long bao, spring roll, and the Chicken. Everything is fantastic.”
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“Best part were the xiao long bao, spring roll, and the Chicken. Everything is fantastic.”February 2026
“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.”
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“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.”March 2026
“The spiced Chilean sea bass was delicately cooked and beautifully seasoned, and the steamed dim sum platter showcased refined craftsmanship and authentic taste.”
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“The spiced Chilean sea bass was delicately cooked and beautifully seasoned, and the steamed dim sum platter showcased refined craftsmanship and authentic taste.”February 2026
“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.)”
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“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.)”October 2025
“With the remaining of the duck they prepare a sweet stir, served with lettuce crepes. Also good, but I prefer more clean flavors.”
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“With the remaining of the duck they prepare a sweet stir, served with lettuce crepes. Also good, but I prefer more clean flavors.”September 2025
“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.”
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“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.”May 2025
“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.)”
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“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.)”October 2025
“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.”
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“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.”January 2026
“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.”
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“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.”September 2025
“The vegetarian dumpling platter is a must try with each variety offering something unique, though the mushroom truffle dumpling is an absolute highlight.”
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“The vegetarian dumpling platter is a must try with each variety offering something unique, though the mushroom truffle dumpling is an absolute highlight.”April 2026
“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.”
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“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.”April 2026
“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.”
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“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.”May 2025
“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.”
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“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.”April 2026
“Best part were the xiao long bao, spring roll, and the Chicken. Everything is fantastic.”
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“Best part were the xiao long bao, spring roll, and the Chicken. Everything is fantastic.”February 2026
“We ordered 2 cocktails to start - the yuzu mescal and the gin basil. 1st was much better but both balanced and tasty.”
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“We ordered 2 cocktails to start - the yuzu mescal and the gin basil. 1st was much better but both balanced and tasty.”September 2025
“We ordered 2 cocktails to start - the yuzu mescal and the gin basil. 1st was much better but both balanced and tasty.”
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“We ordered 2 cocktails to start - the yuzu mescal and the gin basil. 1st was much better but both balanced and tasty.”September 2025
“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).”
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“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).”September 2025
“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).”
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“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).”September 2025
“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.”
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“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.”September 2025
“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).”
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“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).”September 2025
“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).”
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“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).”September 2025
“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).”
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“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).”September 2025
Pre-order Duck. Reserve and pre-order the half duck if you want it, as one diner did before a Friday-night visit.
Use Valet. Use the entrance valet if driving; a review reports free parking for three hours.
Try Lunch. For a structured daytime meal, the business lunch includes two starters, one main and soup.
Choose Unlimited. Dim sum lovers should look for the unlimited dim sum offer, which reviewers found especially worthwhile.
Go Early. Choose an early dinner if you prefer a quieter room; one regular described the evening atmosphere as subdued.
Book Ahead. Book in advance, particularly for a date night, to reduce the chance of waiting for a table.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Some diners felt the pricing was too high, including one who described the Peking duck as costing more than $250.
Portions can feel conservative for the price, so sharing several dishes may be necessary for a fuller meal.
Music and live drumming became loud enough for one group to struggle with conversation as the evening progressed.
One review found the arabesque interior more Arabic or Turkish than recognisably Chinese.
Service was reported to become less attentive when the restaurant grew busier.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
Peking duck
“The Peking duck was outstanding (at a cost of $250+)”Google review · January 2026
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
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.