MiMi Mei Fair

Name: MiMi Mei Fair
Address: Address Residences Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97145700825

Downtown Dubai

Chinese restaurant Open now 04 570 0825

MiMi Mei Fair is a Chinese restaurant in Downtown Dubai built around elegant interiors, attentive hospitality and a lively evening atmosphere. Reviews point to the Peking duck and dim sum as standout orders, while the outdoor seating adds Burj Khalifa views when the weather suits.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

182 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Peking Duck

The Peking duck is repeatedly praised for crisp skin and tender, melt-in-the-mouth meat, including by one diner who usually avoids it.

Distinctive Interiors

The restaurant’s Chinese folklore details, art deco touches and individually designed dining halls make the setting part of the occasion.

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What to Eat at MiMi Mei Fair

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of MiMi Mei Fair, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 2

Peking duck Net +3

“Came here for the Peking Duck Sunday Lunch and was not disappointed.”
Wasabi prawns Net +3

“The wasabi prawns was another delicious dish, very delicately seasoned with Wasabi and plump, juicy prawns.”

Honorable mentions (33)

Angus beef short ribs Net +2

“• Angus Beef Short Ribs – Incredible! Highly recommended.”
Business lunch Net +2

“We tried the business lunch and were genuinely impressed. The food was beautifully presented, full of flavour, and showcased the high quality the restaurant is known for. Every dish was well executed and thoroughly enjoyable.”
Dragon jewels dumplings Net +2

“• Dragon Jewels (dumplings filled with soup) – A unique and impressive dish, definitely worth trying.”
Flourless chocolate bar Net +2

“The desserts, particularly the Flourless Chocolate Bar and Vanilla Cheesecake, were indulgent and artfully presented.”
Hakka noodles Net +2

“honestly the best chinese food in dubai, highly recommendthe hakka noodles and bean curd for vegetarian”
King prawns with black bean sauce Net +2

“• King Prawns with Black Bean Sauce – Absolutely warming, especially paired with fried rice.”
Peking duck bao Net +2

“• Peking Duck Bao – A different take on bao, and honestly, one of my favorites!”
Sweet and sour chicken Net +2

“In the main course we tried the prawns , sweet and Sour chicken and a delicious lamb which did not fail to impress.”
Vanilla cheesecake Net +2

“For dessert: vanilla cheesake 👌🏾 We also want to thank Kevin for being such a pleasant host.”
Xiao long jewels dim sums Net +2

“I had an amazing time at Mei Mei Fair! The food was incredible—loved the Xiao Long Jewels dumplings, flavorful Hakka noodles, and the baked Chilean seabass was absolutely perfect.”
Baked chilean seabass Net +1

“I had an amazing time at Mei Mei Fair! The food was incredible—loved the Xiao Long Jewels dumplings, flavorful Hakka noodles, and the baked Chilean seabass was absolutely perfect.”
Black pepper beef Net +1

“For the main courses, the Black Pepper Beef was tender and bursting with bold, aromatic spices, and the Sweet & Sour Chicken was a flawless balance of tangy and sweet, with a satisfying crispiness.”
Chicken with cashewnuts Net +1

“We ordered a few starters, the soft shell crab, chicken with cashewnuts and duck with pancakes. All these were delicious and the duck was excellent.”
Chocolate bar with vanilla ice cream Net +1

“The chocolate bar with vanilla ice cream was the perfect way to end the meal.”
Crab with bread Net +1

“The crab with bread was phenomenal, the golden shrimp appetizer was a standout, and the cocktails? Super amazing.”
Dessert platter Net +1

“Although, I must thank them for the lovely birthday arrangement when we got our dessert platter. That might had been the best course of the brunch!”
Duck with pancakes Net +1

“We ordered a few starters, the soft shell crab, chicken with cashewnuts and duck with pancakes. All these were delicious and the duck was excellent.”
Flaming dessert Net +1

“Their flaming dessert🔥 was the finale👌Overall 10/10 ratings💕For sure will love to visit again😇”
Golden shrimp appetizer Net +1

“The crab with bread was phenomenal, the golden shrimp appetizer was a standout, and the cocktails? Super amazing.”
Golden shrimp toast Net +1

“The Golden Shrimp Toast was another standout, with its perfect crunch and rich, savory flavor.”
Mimi’s picante Net +1

“The vibe in here is unmatched, but the real star? Mimi’s Picante. That drink is absolute fire (literally and figuratively). We paired it with a few rounds of appetizers, and honestly, it’s quality at its finest. The presentation is art, but the taste is even better.”
Mushroom salad Net +1

“The small plates complemented the experience effortlessly; delicate spring rolls with vibrant dipping sauces and a fresh mushroom salad layered with texture and depth. Each element felt intentional, elegant, and elevated.”
Olive fried rice Net +1

“The food is delicious and SO original. Best recommendations: Wasabi prawns, Xiao Long Jewels dim sums, wagguy beef dim sums; olive fried rice and the short ribs.”
Passion fruit cheesecake Net +1

“The passion fruit cheesecake was absolutely delicious and definitely my favorite!”
Soft shell crab Net +1

“We ordered a few starters, the soft shell crab, chicken with cashewnuts and duck with pancakes. All these were delicious and the duck was excellent.”
Spring rolls Net +1

“The small plates complemented the experience effortlessly; delicate spring rolls with vibrant dipping sauces and a fresh mushroom salad layered with texture and depth. Each element felt intentional, elegant, and elevated.”
Sunday duck Net +1

“The food was truly delicious — every dish we tried was full of flavor, and the Sunday duck was especially tasty and perfectly prepared.”
Turnip cakes Net +1

“Their turnip cakes was simply outstanding - a dish I have never eaten before and would go back for more.”
Vegetable spring rolls Net +1

“The Vegetable Spring Rolls were delightfully crispy and fresh, while the Har Gau (shrimp dumplings) were delicate, juicy, and expertly steamed.”
Wagguy beef dim sums Net +1

“The food is delicious and SO original. Best recommendations: Wasabi prawns, Xiao Long Jewels dim sums, wagguy beef dim sums; olive fried rice and the short ribs.”
Wagyu dim sum Net +1

“Dishes like the King Prawns with Black Bean Sauce, Angus Beef Short Ribs, and Wagyu Dim Sum were standouts, leaving a lasting impression with their depth and balance.”
Wasabi mayo shrimp Net +1

“The only dish that stood out, was the wasabi mayo shrimp - at least I could tell it is fresh and tasted like shrimp.”
Har gao (crystal prawn dumplings) Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The Vegetable Spring Rolls were delightfully crispy and fresh, while the Har Gau (shrimp dumplings) were delicate, juicy, and expertly steamed.”

Drinks 2

Martini Net +1

“And food was great. Loved my martini as well. Can’t wait to be back for the weekend”
Mojito Net +1

“• Mojito – A different twist on the classic drink, very refreshing and tasty.”

What to Avoid (5)

Food 5

Black bean chicken Net −1

“The black bean chicken was another joke - no presentation, thin gravy and I could see more mixed vegetables than pieces of chicken.”
Dim sum brunch Net −1

“My husband and I tried the dim sum brunch recently on a Saturday. Based on their Instagram advertising, I was really looking forward to it. However, reality was a different story. To our first surprise, the restaurant was very quiet and it is quite unusual for a brunch venue. We were the 2nd table to be seated. Only a few diners came in after us. The ambience and decor of the restaurant is marvellous, so is the service but the food itself is a HUGE let down.”
Mongolian beef Net −1

“The Mongolian beef was not Mongolian Beef but more like the beef strips (deep-fried in a thin batter) coated with a tangy sweet and sour sauce. The batter was so hard and thick that I could barely bite into them.”
Shiu mai Net −1

“Shiu Mai was exactly the same, it probably has a bit more flavour but it is just mediocre minced chicken.”
Sichuan chicken with cashew nuts Net −1

“• Sichuan Chicken with Cashew Nuts – It was okay, but nothing too special.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book Ahead. Reserve in advance for busy periods; one diner specifically said the restaurant gets busy and recommended a reservation.

Try Outdoors. Choose outdoor seating for the Burj Khalifa view, especially when the weather is comfortable.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Address Residences Dubai Opera

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai

04 570 0825

Mon	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Tue	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Wed	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Thu	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Fri	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat	12:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun	12:30 PM – 11:30 PM

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Common Concerns

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Slow Pacing

One review found service noticeably slow during busy hours, despite the staff being friendly and accommodating.

Uneven Dishes

A brunch review found some dishes mediocre, with the Mongolian beef criticised for hard, thick batter and the black bean chicken for sparse chicken.

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The Bottom Line

MiMi Mei Fair is a Chinese restaurant in Downtown Dubai where the setting matters almost as much as the food. You can come for dinner, a business lunch, Sunday duck lunch, or an evening of cocktails and light bites. The Peking duck and dim sum receive the most attention, with several diners praising the duck’s crisp skin and tender meat.

The interiors are a genuine draw: reviews describe Chinese folklore details, art deco touches and dining halls that feel like different film sets. Outdoor tables add a Burj Khalifa view, and the terrace has also been praised for its Burj Al Arab outlook. Valet parking is available, which makes an occasion here easier to manage.

Service is usually described as warm, polished and attentive, though one review found the pacing slow during busy hours. The business lunch is seen as good value, while another diner felt overall prices were on the higher side. Food feedback is mostly strong but not uniform: the turnip cakes, wasabi prawns, short ribs and duck stand out, while one dim sum brunch review criticised the har gao, siu mai and main courses.

Vegetarian diners found the main dishes satisfying but noted that the dim sum wrappers are wheat-based and heavier than preferred. Booking ahead is sensible when the restaurant is busy.