Beach Views
Outdoor seating looks across the beach towards Bluewaters and Ain Dubai, making the setting a major part of the visit.
Jixiang Dim Sum
Dubai Marina
Jixiang Dim Sum is a small Chinese street-food kiosk in Dubai Marina, set beside the beach with outdoor tables and views towards Bluewaters and Ain Dubai. Customers come for freshly made dim sum and dumplings, while the udon noodles and sweet panda-shaped bao give beach-day snacking a little more range.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
414 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Signature Dim Sum
Har gau and Sui Mai are standout orders; one reviewer said they alone would bring them back regularly.
Fresh Udon
The udon noodles are repeatedly praised, including one review calling them the best udon noodles they had in Dubai.
Group Seating
Staff arranged a separate table for a company of eight, which is useful for larger casual groups.
Delivery Packing
A Dubai Marina delivery arrived in under 30 minutes with clean, practical packaging that kept the panda buns intact.
Sweet Baos
The chocolate-filled panda buns and custard buns add a playful dessert option, especially for children.
What to Eat at Jixiang Dim Sum 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 Jixiang Dim Sum, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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 Jixiang Dim Sum got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Udon noodles Net +4
“Best udon noodles I’ve had in dubai. Made fresh and a beautiful view of the beach! Loved it”
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“Best udon noodles I’ve had in dubai. Made fresh and a beautiful view of the beach! Loved it”October 2025
“A great beach side place to have some authentic chinese dim sum and udon noodles.”December 2024
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Custard buns Net +2
“Beautiful place to sit, great atmosphere and the dim sum is èxceptional. Greatly surprised for this tasty outside of Asia! The custard buns were a favourite.”
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“Beautiful place to sit, great atmosphere and the dim sum is èxceptional. Greatly surprised for this tasty outside of Asia! The custard buns were a favourite.”November 2023
“Our kids adored the cute custard buns, a visual and sweet treat.”January 2024
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Duck bao Net +2
“The duck bao was also very good.”
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“The duck bao was also very good.”March 2023
“The duck bao was really flavorful.”June 2023
Honorable mentions (23)
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Bao buns Net +1
“Good Dim sum. Rices, noodles, baos and starters - not so many vegetarian options, but really nice. Great view from the beach/Blue waters.”
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“Good Dim sum. Rices, noodles, baos and starters - not so many vegetarian options, but really nice. Great view from the beach/Blue waters.”January 2024
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Beef rice Net +1
“The beef rice and noodles were our favorite. It's a savory delight -- seasoned really well and had perfect textures.”
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“The beef rice and noodles were our favorite. It's a savory delight -- seasoned really well and had perfect textures.”January 2024
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Beef udon noodles Net +1
“We had crab, duck, mushroom dumplings and beef Udon noodles. The food was tasty and rich.”
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“We had crab, duck, mushroom dumplings and beef Udon noodles. The food was tasty and rich.”December 2024
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Chicken dim sum Net +1
“Food was amazing. Quantity and quality is perfect. My favourite was the beef noodles and the chicken dim sum. The packaging is so nice!”
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“Food was amazing. Quantity and quality is perfect. My favourite was the beef noodles and the chicken dim sum. The packaging is so nice!”July 2023
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Chicken siew mei Net +1
“Awesome service and food! We came 45 mins away only to have the udon noodles and the chicken siew mei! The staff are amazing! We got the desert on the house and it was to die for! I’d definitely recommend coming here for some great food and good ambience!”
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“Awesome service and food! We came 45 mins away only to have the udon noodles and the chicken siew mei! The staff are amazing! We got the desert on the house and it was to die for! I’d definitely recommend coming here for some great food and good ambience!”April 2023
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Chocolate baobab Net +1
“Amazing noodles and chocolate baobab,evening we'll spent with this fabulous view and service is top class”
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“Amazing noodles and chocolate baobab,evening we'll spent with this fabulous view and service is top class”June 2023
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Dessert baos Net +1
“The dessert baos were very cute and filled with chocolate and custard.”
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“The dessert baos were very cute and filled with chocolate and custard.”June 2023
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Duck spring rolls Net +1
“Visited two times while in dubai. Amazing food experience. Had few pieces from the dim sum menu, noodles and fried rice (Duck spring rolls were absolute best). The service was very nice and we got a cool promotion bag! :)”
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“Visited two times while in dubai. Amazing food experience. Had few pieces from the dim sum menu, noodles and fried rice (Duck spring rolls were absolute best). The service was very nice and we got a cool promotion bag! :)”February 2024
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Fresh dimsum Net +1
“Everything I was always looking for! Beach spot, fresh dimsum, amazing staff and atmosphere! Our lovely waiter Mintu took such a good care of us and made our first visit very pleasant. Dumplings were super fresh, EXTREMELY WELL PRICED and delicious! Can’t wait to come back!”
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“Everything I was always looking for! Beach spot, fresh dimsum, amazing staff and atmosphere! Our lovely waiter Mintu took such a good care of us and made our first visit very pleasant. Dumplings were super fresh, EXTREMELY WELL PRICED and delicious! Can’t wait to come back!”May 2024
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Fried rice Net +1
“Visited two times while in dubai. Amazing food experience. Had few pieces from the dim sum menu, noodles and fried rice (Duck spring rolls were absolute best). The service was very nice and we got a cool promotion bag! :)”
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“Visited two times while in dubai. Amazing food experience. Had few pieces from the dim sum menu, noodles and fried rice (Duck spring rolls were absolute best). The service was very nice and we got a cool promotion bag! :)”February 2024
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Har gau Net +1
“The Har gau and the Sui Mai are the the best.. totally recommended. The rest we tried not so much, but for those two dishes alone... I would regularly return.”
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“The Har gau and the Sui Mai are the the best.. totally recommended. The rest we tried not so much, but for those two dishes alone... I would regularly return.”March 2026
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Mushroom dumplings Net +1
“We had crab, duck, mushroom dumplings and beef Udon noodles. The food was tasty and rich.”
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“We had crab, duck, mushroom dumplings and beef Udon noodles. The food was tasty and rich.”December 2024
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Noodles with prawn Net +1
“we had the chicken shumai we had the prawn Hargo and we also tried some corn pockets I think they were called the weather the round things they were like the money bags with corn inside and and then we had the noodles with prawn oh my God these noodles were so good they were juicy they were you know like just the right amount of sauce they were not sweets they were not salty absolutely delicious”
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“we had the chicken shumai we had the prawn Hargo and we also tried some corn pockets I think they were called the weather the round things they were like the money bags with corn inside and and then we had the noodles with prawn oh my God these noodles were so good they were juicy they were you know like just the right amount of sauce they were not sweets they were not salty absolutely delicious”May 2023
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Nutella kung fu panda looking bow Net +1
“and then we ended the meal with a Nutella kung fu panda looking bow and it was so cute and taste it’s really nice.”
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“and then we ended the meal with a Nutella kung fu panda looking bow and it was so cute and taste it’s really nice.”May 2023
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Panda bao buns Net +1
“We had a variety of dishes including dim sum, bao buns, panda bao buns, noodles, dumplings, and two special drinks. Everything was outstanding in terms of taste and packaging, which was similar to Pepsi cans 😅.”
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“We had a variety of dishes including dim sum, bao buns, panda bao buns, noodles, dumplings, and two special drinks. Everything was outstanding in terms of taste and packaging, which was similar to Pepsi cans 😅.”July 2024
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Panda bears filled with chocolate sauce Net +1
“Had delicious & fresh Asian food. The location is absolutely stunning, we had a great time there and stuff was so friendly. Can absolutely recommend. Try udon noodles and these cute panda bears filled with chocolate sauce!”
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“Had delicious & fresh Asian food. The location is absolutely stunning, we had a great time there and stuff was so friendly. Can absolutely recommend. Try udon noodles and these cute panda bears filled with chocolate sauce!”November 2025
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Prawn wonton Net +1
“We had 2 dimsums for the price of 80dhs. A bit pricey for a set of friend chicken and prawn wonton but the taste is quite good.”
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“We had 2 dimsums for the price of 80dhs. A bit pricey for a set of friend chicken and prawn wonton but the taste is quite good.”March 2025
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Prawns noodles Net +1
“The prawns noodles was exceptionally comforting to eat with lots of leafy vegetables and sauces which were harmonious.”
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“The prawns noodles was exceptionally comforting to eat with lots of leafy vegetables and sauces which were harmonious.”June 2023
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Prime toast Net +1
“No I’m talking about the food I tried the prime toast which you know I try everywhere I go and it’s very rare that I like it this one was possibly one of the best ones that I’ve ever had in Dubai.”
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“No I’m talking about the food I tried the prime toast which you know I try everywhere I go and it’s very rare that I like it this one was possibly one of the best ones that I’ve ever had in Dubai.”May 2023
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Shrimp dumplings Net +1
“✅ Authentic and Flavorful Dimsum: Every dish is freshly prepared, bursting with flavor, and as authentic as it gets! 🥢✨ From classic shrimp dumplings 🥟 to the perfectly steamed bao buns, every bite transports you straight to the streets of Asia.”
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“✅ Authentic and Flavorful Dimsum: Every dish is freshly prepared, bursting with flavor, and as authentic as it gets! 🥢✨ From classic shrimp dumplings 🥟 to the perfectly steamed bao buns, every bite transports you straight to the streets of Asia.”January 2025
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Steamed bao buns Net +1
“✅ Authentic and Flavorful Dimsum: Every dish is freshly prepared, bursting with flavor, and as authentic as it gets! 🥢✨ From classic shrimp dumplings 🥟 to the perfectly steamed bao buns, every bite transports you straight to the streets of Asia.”
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“✅ Authentic and Flavorful Dimsum: Every dish is freshly prepared, bursting with flavor, and as authentic as it gets! 🥢✨ From classic shrimp dumplings 🥟 to the perfectly steamed bao buns, every bite transports you straight to the streets of Asia.”January 2025
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Sui mai Net +1
“The Har gau and the Sui Mai are the the best.. totally recommended. The rest we tried not so much, but for those two dishes alone... I would regularly return.”
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“The Har gau and the Sui Mai are the the best.. totally recommended. The rest we tried not so much, but for those two dishes alone... I would regularly return.”March 2026
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Truffle vegetable dim sim Net +1
“New spot on JBR beach for Noodles and Dim Sim, we tried the truffle vegetable dim sim which were quite delicious. Lovely view of the beach and a great place to gave a light bite whilst relaxing on the beach.”
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“New spot on JBR beach for Noodles and Dim Sim, we tried the truffle vegetable dim sim which were quite delicious. Lovely view of the beach and a great place to gave a light bite whilst relaxing on the beach.”March 2023
What to Avoid (1)
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Crispy chicken dumplings Net −1
“I have ordered through talabat, as I was influenced by all the positive reviews here on Google I ordered the crispy chicken dumplings, and when I received it, there was nothing crispy about it. It was literally boiled dumplings with chicken and a green leafy vegetable inside and that’s it”
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Critical review excerpts
“I have ordered through talabat, as I was influenced by all the positive reviews here on Google I ordered the crispy chicken dumplings, and when I received it, there was nothing crispy about it. It was literally boiled dumplings with chicken and a green leafy vegetable inside and that’s it”July 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Start Classic. If it is your first visit, start with the Har gau and Sui Mai; they were the clearest standouts in one review.
Try Udon. Add udon noodles to your order if you want more than dim sum; multiple reviews specifically single them out.
Avoid Rush. Visit outside busy periods if timing matters, as one customer waited nearly an hour for noodles.
Check Parking. Factor in the nearby parking charge unless your spending reaches AED 100 in the area.
Mind Weather. For outdoor tables, cooler months are more comfortable; one reviewer found summer seating muggy and too warm.
Consider Takeaway. If tables are full, takeaway is practical; a delivery review reported arrival in under 30 minutes with intact packaging.
Plan the visit
Practical details
JBR beach
Marsa Dubai - Dubai Marina, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Summer Heat
Beachside seating may feel muggy and too warm during several summer months.
Limited Seating
The seating area is small, so finding a table may be harder when the kiosk is busy.
Service Delays
One visit involved nearly an hour of waiting for noodles, along with order-taking errors.
Delivery Quality
A Talabat order arrived with non-crispy chicken dumplings and sticky, undercooked-tasting beef noodles.
Parking Cost
Parking is not free unless spending AED 100 in the surrounding area.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
80dhs
2 dimsums
“We had 2 dimsums for the price of 80dhs”Google review · March 2025
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The Bottom Line
Jixiang Dim Sum is a compact Chinese street-food kiosk in Dubai Marina, right by the beach. The draw is the combination of casual outdoor seating and views towards Bluewaters and Ain Dubai, with dim sum, dumplings, bao and noodles available for a beach break or takeaway. Har gau, Sui Mai and udon noodles are the safest starting points based on the reviews.
The food gets especially strong mentions for fresh dim sum, beef and prawn noodles, duck bao, and colourful sweet buns. The panda-shaped chocolate bao and custard buns are a fun finish, and several families enjoyed the relaxed setup. Reviews also describe friendly, attentive service, including staff arranging a separate table for a group of eight.
It is a small operation, so seating can be limited and the outdoor tables may be muggy in summer. One customer waited nearly an hour for noodles, while another Talabat order arrived with sticky noodles and dumplings that were not crispy, suggesting takeaway consistency can vary. Parking nearby is not free unless spending AED 100 in the area.
A reported meal included two dim sums for 80dhs, so value opinions differ: some found the prices fair, while another considered that set pricey.