Outdoor setting
The spacious rooftop terrace brings skyline views, comfortable seating and a lively but relaxed atmosphere.
Lah Lah
Barsha Heights
Lah Lah is a Pan-Asian restaurant and bar in Barsha Heights, suited to social dinners, after-work drinks and lively weekend occasions. Reviews point to a strong outdoor setting, with dishes such as chilli prawns and nasi goreng standing out alongside brunches, DJs and live music.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
1,686 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Chilli prawns
The Lah Lah chilli prawns arrive as crisp fried prawns with chilli mayo and iceberg lettuce; one reviewer returned twice for them.
Lively events
Ladies’ nights and brunches can include DJs, live music and, at pool-party brunches, performers such as acrobats and a Chinese dragon dance.
Large portions
Several diners found the portions generous enough to over-order, making sharing a practical approach.
Work lunches
Some tables are set up like workstations, and the restaurant has valet parking for business lunches or daytime meetings.
Live music
A live saxophone performance added atmosphere without taking away from the meal for one first-time Asian-food diner.
What to Eat at Lah Lah 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 Lah Lah, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Lah Lah, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Chili prawns Net +2
“The beef tataki was much better and the chilli prawns were tasty and in a good amount.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The beef tataki was much better and the chilli prawns were tasty and in a good amount.”June 2025
“The food is excellent i especially loved the chili prawns and the Lapostolle red wine was perfect choice highly recommended by Darsani .”July 2026
Honorable mentions (31)
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Beef bao Net +1
“We also tried the papaya salad with shrimp, beef bao & chicken bao which all were good as well.”
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Review excerpts
“We also tried the papaya salad with shrimp, beef bao & chicken bao which all were good as well.”December 2024
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Brunch package Net +1
“I recently tried the brunch package at Lah Lah, and it was an absolute feast!”
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“I recently tried the brunch package at Lah Lah, and it was an absolute feast!”August 2024
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Calamari Net +1
“Our fave place as always. Must order: Sashimi, Calamari and Nasi Goreng 😋”
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“Our fave place as always. Must order: Sashimi, Calamari and Nasi Goreng 😋”January 2026
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Chicken bao Net +1
“We also tried the papaya salad with shrimp, beef bao & chicken bao which all were good as well.”
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Review excerpts
“We also tried the papaya salad with shrimp, beef bao & chicken bao which all were good as well.”December 2024
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Chicken satay Net +1
“The Duck giozas where excellent and the chicken satay was exquisite as well. Highly recommended as starters.”
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“The Duck giozas where excellent and the chicken satay was exquisite as well. Highly recommended as starters.”January 2026
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Chocolate cake Net +1
“We wrapped up our brunch with a sweet ending of ice cream, fresh fruits, and decadent chocolate cake. 😍 Highly recommend for anyone looking to indulge in a delicious and diverse brunch experience! 💕💕💕”
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“We wrapped up our brunch with a sweet ending of ice cream, fresh fruits, and decadent chocolate cake. 😍 Highly recommend for anyone looking to indulge in a delicious and diverse brunch experience! 💕💕💕”August 2024
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Chocolate fondant Net +1
“For dessert we had the mochis, chocolate fondant & the mango sticky rice (first time i try it & it was insanely good!).”
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“For dessert we had the mochis, chocolate fondant & the mango sticky rice (first time i try it & it was insanely good!).”December 2024
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Dragon rolls maki Net +1
“Food was really good, we love the dragon rolls maki.”
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Review excerpts
“Food was really good, we love the dragon rolls maki.”July 2026
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Duck curry Net +1
“I had their stirfry seafood noodle and my friend had the duck curry. The curry was really good and filling. The noodle was also fine but a bit too salty.”
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“I had their stirfry seafood noodle and my friend had the duck curry. The curry was really good and filling. The noodle was also fine but a bit too salty.”January 2023
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Duck giozas Net +1
“The Duck giozas where excellent and the chicken satay was exquisite as well. Highly recommended as starters.”
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“The Duck giozas where excellent and the chicken satay was exquisite as well. Highly recommended as starters.”January 2026
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Dynamite shrimps Net +1
“Food is really good, we tried a bit of everything & the highlights were the shrimp bao, dynamite shrimps & the makis.”
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“Food is really good, we tried a bit of everything & the highlights were the shrimp bao, dynamite shrimps & the makis.”December 2024
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Fried calamari Net +1
“The fried calamari is top notch & the sauce they serve it with is great as well.”
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“The fried calamari is top notch & the sauce they serve it with is great as well.”December 2024
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Grilled salmon Net +1
“For mains, we opted for the grilled salmon and lamb, and both were cooked to perfection—simply fantastic.”
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“For mains, we opted for the grilled salmon and lamb, and both were cooked to perfection—simply fantastic.”August 2024
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Lah lah chilli prawns with chilli mayo Net +1
“The Lah Lah chilli prawns with chilli mayo were next-level; holy moly, wow.”
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“The Lah Lah chilli prawns with chilli mayo were next-level; holy moly, wow.”July 2026
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Laksa Net +1
“We had an amazing dinner at LaLaH Restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic selection of dishes—laksa, scallop salad, ribeye steak, and a sushi platter. Each dish was rich in flavor, authentic, and truly satisfying. Our server, Asanka, provided excellent service attentive, friendly, and very welcoming. A special thanks as well to Kristine, the charming and friendly manager, who made our experience even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back again!”
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Review excerpts
“We had an amazing dinner at LaLaH Restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic selection of dishes—laksa, scallop salad, ribeye steak, and a sushi platter. Each dish was rich in flavor, authentic, and truly satisfying. Our server, Asanka, provided excellent service attentive, friendly, and very welcoming. A special thanks as well to Kristine, the charming and friendly manager, who made our experience even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back again!”October 2025
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Malaysian laksa Net +1
“Foods are so delicious especially the Malaysian laksa.The ambiance is also perfect for special occasion and gather with your friends for chilling after the busy day at work.”
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“Foods are so delicious especially the Malaysian laksa.The ambiance is also perfect for special occasion and gather with your friends for chilling after the busy day at work.”July 2025
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Mango sticky rice Net +1
“For dessert we had the mochis, chocolate fondant & the mango sticky rice (first time i try it & it was insanely good!).”
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Review excerpts
“For dessert we had the mochis, chocolate fondant & the mango sticky rice (first time i try it & it was insanely good!).”December 2024
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Mimosas Net +1
“The drinks were on point, especially the mimosas!”
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“The drinks were on point, especially the mimosas!”December 2024
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Nasi goreng Net +1
“Our fave place as always. Must order: Sashimi, Calamari and Nasi Goreng 😋”
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Review excerpts
“Our fave place as always. Must order: Sashimi, Calamari and Nasi Goreng 😋”January 2026
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Pad thai Net +1
“My main, chow mein wasnt as good. I would recommend the Pad Thai, instead.”
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Review excerpts
“My main, chow mein wasnt as good. I would recommend the Pad Thai, instead.”January 2026
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Papaya salad with shrimp Net +1
“We also tried the papaya salad with shrimp, beef bao & chicken bao which all were good as well.”
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Review excerpts
“We also tried the papaya salad with shrimp, beef bao & chicken bao which all were good as well.”December 2024
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Ribeye steak Net +1
“We had an amazing dinner at LaLaH Restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic selection of dishes—laksa, scallop salad, ribeye steak, and a sushi platter. Each dish was rich in flavor, authentic, and truly satisfying. Our server, Asanka, provided excellent service attentive, friendly, and very welcoming. A special thanks as well to Kristine, the charming and friendly manager, who made our experience even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back again!”
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Review excerpts
“We had an amazing dinner at LaLaH Restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic selection of dishes—laksa, scallop salad, ribeye steak, and a sushi platter. Each dish was rich in flavor, authentic, and truly satisfying. Our server, Asanka, provided excellent service attentive, friendly, and very welcoming. A special thanks as well to Kristine, the charming and friendly manager, who made our experience even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back again!”October 2025
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Sashimi Net +1
“Our fave place as always. Must order: Sashimi, Calamari and Nasi Goreng 😋”
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“Our fave place as always. Must order: Sashimi, Calamari and Nasi Goreng 😋”January 2026
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Saturday daytime brunch Net +1
“Absolutely excellent Saturday daytime brunch!! Christy was the most amazing hostess - an absolute natural! She looked after us so well, our drinks never ran dry! Food also outstanding as always, such amazing value! We were also served by Rashid & Micol who were excellent. Thank you all so much for a wonderful day!! xxx”
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“Absolutely excellent Saturday daytime brunch!! Christy was the most amazing hostess - an absolute natural! She looked after us so well, our drinks never ran dry! Food also outstanding as always, such amazing value! We were also served by Rashid & Micol who were excellent. Thank you all so much for a wonderful day!! xxx”December 2025
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Scallop salad Net +1
“We had an amazing dinner at LaLaH Restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic selection of dishes—laksa, scallop salad, ribeye steak, and a sushi platter. Each dish was rich in flavor, authentic, and truly satisfying. Our server, Asanka, provided excellent service attentive, friendly, and very welcoming. A special thanks as well to Kristine, the charming and friendly manager, who made our experience even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back again!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had an amazing dinner at LaLaH Restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic selection of dishes—laksa, scallop salad, ribeye steak, and a sushi platter. Each dish was rich in flavor, authentic, and truly satisfying. Our server, Asanka, provided excellent service attentive, friendly, and very welcoming. A special thanks as well to Kristine, the charming and friendly manager, who made our experience even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back again!”October 2025
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Schezwan chicken Net +1
“(Back 10'23) schezwan chicken were unhealthy delicious and had a mild zing.”
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“(Back 10'23) schezwan chicken were unhealthy delicious and had a mild zing.”June 2025
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Sea bass Net +1
“The sea bass was tasty but tiny.”
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“The sea bass was tasty but tiny.”June 2025
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Seafood udon noodles Net +1
“**(Seafood Udon Noodles) is a must try!”
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“**(Seafood Udon Noodles) is a must try!”February 2024
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Shrimp bao Net +1
“Food is really good, we tried a bit of everything & the highlights were the shrimp bao, dynamite shrimps & the makis.”
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Review excerpts
“Food is really good, we tried a bit of everything & the highlights were the shrimp bao, dynamite shrimps & the makis.”December 2024
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Sushi platter Net +1
“We had an amazing dinner at LaLaH Restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic selection of dishes—laksa, scallop salad, ribeye steak, and a sushi platter. Each dish was rich in flavor, authentic, and truly satisfying. Our server, Asanka, provided excellent service attentive, friendly, and very welcoming. A special thanks as well to Kristine, the charming and friendly manager, who made our experience even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back again!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had an amazing dinner at LaLaH Restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic selection of dishes—laksa, scallop salad, ribeye steak, and a sushi platter. Each dish was rich in flavor, authentic, and truly satisfying. Our server, Asanka, provided excellent service attentive, friendly, and very welcoming. A special thanks as well to Kristine, the charming and friendly manager, who made our experience even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back again!”October 2025
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Beef tataki Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“The beef tataki was much better and the chilli prawns were tasty and in a good amount.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 2
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Lapostolle red wine Net +1
“The food is excellent i especially loved the chili prawns and the Lapostolle red wine was perfect choice highly recommended by Darsani .”
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Review excerpts
“The food is excellent i especially loved the chili prawns and the Lapostolle red wine was perfect choice highly recommended by Darsani .”July 2026
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Lychee martini Net +1
“Lychee martini was awesome. Food was delicious and service was good.”
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Review excerpts
“Lychee martini was awesome. Food was delicious and service was good.”May 2024
What to Avoid (2)
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Chow mein Net −1
“My main, chow mein wasnt as good. I would recommend the Pad Thai, instead.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“My main, chow mein wasnt as good. I would recommend the Pad Thai, instead.”January 2026
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Stirfry seafood noodle Net −1
“I had their stirfry seafood noodle and my friend had the duck curry. The curry was really good and filling. The noodle was also fine but a bit too salty.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I had their stirfry seafood noodle and my friend had the duck curry. The curry was really good and filling. The noodle was also fine but a bit too salty.”January 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose seating. Ask for indoor or outdoor seating according to your mood; the terrace is the more atmospheric choice, while indoors may suit quieter dining.
Share dishes. Consider sharing, since one diner found the portions large enough to over-order.
Try lunch. For daytime value, ask about the two-course lunch at 75 dhs or three-course lunch at 85 dhs.
Check brunch terms. Before ordering brunch drinks, confirm exactly what the package includes and whether limits or supplements apply.
Avoid peak rush. If attentive service matters, consider an earlier visit rather than a crowded evening, when one review reported delays.
Ask about parking. For a business lunch or meeting, ask about valet parking and request one of the tables suitable for workstations.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Fourth Floor, Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens Onyx Towers, Tower 3 - Tower 3 Sheikh Zayed Rd
Al Thanyah Third, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Service gaps
Service is not consistently reliable: one diner waited around 10 minutes for a menu, nearly 20 minutes to order and 30 minutes for dessert attention.
Brunch confusion
Brunch package details and drink limits were unclear to some guests, with reviews reporting unexpected bill increases and overcharging.
Can be noisy
The party atmosphere is organised but can become noisy, so it may not suit a quiet conversation.
Pet uncertainty
Reviews conflict sharply about the pet-friendly policy, including one report of pets receiving no accommodation or comfort.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
75 dhs
2 course lunch
“There offer of 2 course lunch for 75 dhs , or 3 course lunch for 85, has good value for money”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Lah Lah is a Pan-Asian restaurant and bar in Barsha Heights with two distinct personalities: a daytime venue for lunch and gatherings, and a livelier evening spot for drinks, DJs, shisha and social occasions. The outdoor rooftop seating is a major draw, with spacious tables and skyline views, while ladies’ nights and weekend brunches add music and entertainment. The menu is broad, but several dishes receive especially specific praise.
The Lah Lah chilli prawns with chilli mayo are crisp, hot and substantial. Regulars also mention nasi goreng, sashimi, calamari, Malaysian laksa, duck giozas and sushi, including the dragon rolls maki. Portions can be generous, so sharing or ordering gradually may save you from over-ordering.
A live saxophone player has also featured during dinner. This is not a uniformly smooth-service restaurant. Many diners describe warm, attentive staff, yet others report long waits for menus, ordering and bills.
Brunch deserves extra care: ask staff to explain the package, alcohol limits and any supplements before ordering. The two-course lunch at 75 dhs and three-course option at 85 dhs were described as good value, and valet parking is available. If bringing a pet, confirm the current terrace policy first; reviews disagree sharply about how pet-friendly the experience is.