Dynamite Shrimp
The Dynamite Shrimp are repeatedly praised for their crisp coating, creamy flavour and manageable spice.
P.F. Chang's
Dubai Festival City
P.F. Chang's is a family-friendly Asian fusion restaurant in Dubai Festival City, serving shareable Chinese- and Southeast Asian-inspired dishes. Reviews repeatedly point to the Dynamite Shrimp and Mongolian Beef, along with attentive hospitality and a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
2,033 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Reliable Portions
The Dubai Festival City branch is described as consistent in both flavour and portion size, useful for repeat visits.
Sharing Plates
Generous, shareable portions make it easy to order several dishes for a group meal.
Family Friendly
Reviews specifically mention kids' meals and staff helping families choose children's options.
Calm Setting
The restaurant is described as clean, relaxed and calm, with an elegant atmosphere suited to an unhurried meal.
Quick Service
One diner reported that food arrived quickly, with little waiting during the meal.
Celebrations
Birthday and anniversary reviews describe attentive service and thoughtful gestures that made special occasions feel personal.
What to Eat at P.F. Chang's 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 P.F. Chang's, 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.
These items at P.F. Chang's got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Tom yum soup Net +4
“The food was brilliant overall — the Tom Yum soup was superb, full of flavor and perfectly balanced, and the chicken was tender and delicious.”
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“The food was brilliant overall — the Tom Yum soup was superb, full of flavor and perfectly balanced, and the chicken was tender and delicious.”January 2026
“We also tried the Tom Yum Soup, and it was bold in the best way possible. Spicy, sour, fragrant, and full of fresh ingredients. You could immediately tell it was made from scratch, with that perfect balance that keeps you going back for another spoonful.”November 2025
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Fried rice Net +3
“We ordered the Dynamite Shrimp, Mongolian Beef, and Fried Rice. The Dynamite Shrimp was our favorite—crispy, flavorful, and just the right amount of spice. The Mongolian Beef was tender and tasty, while the Fried Rice was well-seasoned and complemented the dishes nicely.”
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“We ordered the Dynamite Shrimp, Mongolian Beef, and Fried Rice. The Dynamite Shrimp was our favorite—crispy, flavorful, and just the right amount of spice. The Mongolian Beef was tender and tasty, while the Fried Rice was well-seasoned and complemented the dishes nicely.”June 2026
“You can’t skip the dynamite shrimp, the soup nor the dumpling. New thing i tried this visit was the fried rice, very tasty!”February 2025
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Short ribs fried rice Net +2
“• Short Ribs Fried Rice – this one stood out! The ribs were juicy and added a rich, delicious twist to the fried rice.”
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“• Short Ribs Fried Rice – this one stood out! The ribs were juicy and added a rich, delicious twist to the fried rice.”May 2025
“Amazing Asian cuisine as always. Renely suggested short rib fried rice which is a 1000000/10. Special thanks to her.”March 2026
Honorable mentions (16)
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Beef bao Net +1
“Special thanks to Mala our host at PFChang .. she was super nice so welcoming and gave lots of suggestions which made our experience amazing .. nice atmosphere and delicious food especially the beef Bao the new in the menu ☺️🌸”
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“Special thanks to Mala our host at PFChang .. she was super nice so welcoming and gave lots of suggestions which made our experience amazing .. nice atmosphere and delicious food especially the beef Bao the new in the menu ☺️🌸”June 2026
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Beef lo mein Net +1
“For mains, we ordered the Beef Lo Mein, served beautifully on a plate. The noodles tasted incredibly fresh with that beautiful handmade, floury twist that gives them a unique chew. The beef was juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Every bite felt comforting and satisfying.”
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“For mains, we ordered the Beef Lo Mein, served beautifully on a plate. The noodles tasted incredibly fresh with that beautiful handmade, floury twist that gives them a unique chew. The beef was juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Every bite felt comforting and satisfying.”November 2025
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Blueberry cooler Net +1
“To drink, we tried the Blueberry Cooler—refreshing, slightly tangy, and just what we needed with all the savory dishes.”
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“To drink, we tried the Blueberry Cooler—refreshing, slightly tangy, and just what we needed with all the savory dishes.”May 2025
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Brussel sprouts Net +1
“Quite enjoyed the brussel sprouts, very delicious and well seasoned!”
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“Quite enjoyed the brussel sprouts, very delicious and well seasoned!”April 2026
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Chang’s fried rice combo Net +1
“• Chang’s Fried Rice Combo – classic and satisfying, a great mix of textures and flavors.”
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“• Chang’s Fried Rice Combo – classic and satisfying, a great mix of textures and flavors.”May 2025
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Chicken lettuce wraps Net +1
“We always order our staples — dynamite shrimp, chicken lettuce wraps, mongolian beef, and lomein combi. The DFC branch is very consistent with their flavor and portion. Always our go-to PF Changs in Dubai.”
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“We always order our staples — dynamite shrimp, chicken lettuce wraps, mongolian beef, and lomein combi. The DFC branch is very consistent with their flavor and portion. Always our go-to PF Changs in Dubai.”August 2026
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Chicken noodle soup Net +1
“Food was filling and delicious. We ordered the chicken noodle soup and it’s a comforting dish.”
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“Food was filling and delicious. We ordered the chicken noodle soup and it’s a comforting dish.”July 2024
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Dynamite broccoli Net +1
“The dynamite broccoli stole the show.”
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“The dynamite broccoli stole the show.”April 2026
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Dynamite prawns Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious, with the Mongolian beef being perfectly tender and rich in flavor, while the dynamite prawns had the perfect balance of crispiness and spice.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious, with the Mongolian beef being perfectly tender and rich in flavor, while the dynamite prawns had the perfect balance of crispiness and spice.”February 2025
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Lo mein combo Net +1
“• Lo Mein Combo – noodles were perfectly cooked and flavorful, packed with veggies and tender meat.”
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“• Lo Mein Combo – noodles were perfectly cooked and flavorful, packed with veggies and tender meat.”May 2025
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Lomein combi Net +1
“We always order our staples — dynamite shrimp, chicken lettuce wraps, mongolian beef, and lomein combi. The DFC branch is very consistent with their flavor and portion. Always our go-to PF Changs in Dubai.”
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“We always order our staples — dynamite shrimp, chicken lettuce wraps, mongolian beef, and lomein combi. The DFC branch is very consistent with their flavor and portion. Always our go-to PF Changs in Dubai.”August 2026
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Mongolian beef with white rice Net +1
“I ordered their Mongolian Beef with White Rice, and their ultimate Dynamite Shrimps. The Dynamite Shrimps were perfectly coated and crispy from outside, while hot and juicy from inside. The Mongolian Beef is always one of the best you could try here and tasted super delicious.”
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“I ordered their Mongolian Beef with White Rice, and their ultimate Dynamite Shrimps. The Dynamite Shrimps were perfectly coated and crispy from outside, while hot and juicy from inside. The Mongolian Beef is always one of the best you could try here and tasted super delicious.”January 2026
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Pulled beef bao Net +1
“We started with the Pulled Beef Bao, and honestly, it set the tone for the entire meal. The buns were pillowy soft, the kind that melt the second they touch your tongue, and the pulled beef inside was unbelievably tender, rich, flavorful, and simply out of this world. Easily one of the best baos I’ve had.”
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“We started with the Pulled Beef Bao, and honestly, it set the tone for the entire meal. The buns were pillowy soft, the kind that melt the second they touch your tongue, and the pulled beef inside was unbelievably tender, rich, flavorful, and simply out of this world. Easily one of the best baos I’ve had.”November 2025
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Red chilli buttery shrimp Net +1
“But I would definitely recommend u to must try their dynamite shrimps and red chilli buttery shrimp they were delicious😋.”
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“But I would definitely recommend u to must try their dynamite shrimps and red chilli buttery shrimp they were delicious😋.”March 2026
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Thai vegetable curry Net +1
“Mongolian beef and thai vegetable curry taste so amazing.”
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“Mongolian beef and thai vegetable curry taste so amazing.”May 2026
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Vegetable spring rolls Net +1
“The Vegetable Spring Rolls were another standout. Light, crisp, and surprisingly airy. They didn’t feel greasy at all, and you could genuinely taste the freshness of the vegetables inside. The balance of textures made them addictive.”
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“The Vegetable Spring Rolls were another standout. Light, crisp, and surprisingly airy. They didn’t feel greasy at all, and you could genuinely taste the freshness of the vegetables inside. The balance of textures made them addictive.”November 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Chicken noodles Net −1
“I ordered the Tom Yum soup and chicken noodles. While the soup was good and flavorful, the chicken noodles were a letdown. I always get this dish at Mirdif and it’s excellent, but the taste here just wasn't the same. It lacked the same flavor and quality I am used to.”
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“I ordered the Tom Yum soup and chicken noodles. While the soup was good and flavorful, the chicken noodles were a letdown. I always get this dish at Mirdif and it’s excellent, but the taste here just wasn't the same. It lacked the same flavor and quality I am used to.”July 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Offers. Ask about Aura offers before ordering; one diner used an Aura app offer to pay less.
Order To Share. For groups, consider sharing plates: reviews describe the portions as generous and designed for sharing.
Ask Kids Options. If dining with children, ask about the kids' options, as staff have helped guests navigate them.
Try Signature Dishes. The Dynamite Shrimp is a safe first order, praised for being crispy, creamy and mildly spicy.
Tom Yum Note. Tom Yum Soup is well regarded overall, but one Iftar diner wanted more ingredients in it.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Festival City
Al Kheeran - Dubai Festival City, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Branch Variation
A regular visitor found the chicken noodles noticeably less flavourful and lower quality here than at the Mirdif City Centre branch.
Limited Choices
One review found the menu choices limited, despite enjoying the dishes ordered.
Mapo Tofu
The Mapo tofu did not impress one diner, who felt it was not really mapo tofu.
Kids Dish
A child’s dish received a negative reaction because of a noticeably fishy smell and taste.
Uneven Help
One diner found some staff less helpful outside their assigned stations, unlike the proactive service at their table.
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The Bottom Line
F. Chang’s in Dubai Festival City is a family-friendly Asian fusion restaurant where the food is built for sharing. The Dynamite Shrimp is the clearest crowd-pleaser, while Mongolian Beef, Lo Mein and fried rice also appear regularly in returning diners’ orders.
Portions are often described as generous, making a group meal easier to plan. The atmosphere comes across as clean, calm and welcoming rather than rushed. Families can order kids’ meals, and one review specifically mentions staff helping with children’s options.
Birthday and anniversary diners also report thoughtful service and gestures that added something extra to the occasion. There are a few reasons to be selective. A visitor who usually eats at the Mirdif City Centre branch found the chicken noodles here noticeably disappointing, and another felt the menu was limited.
Mapo tofu was also criticised as not really matching the dish, while one child’s seafood-based order had a fishy smell and taste. For value, check whether an Aura app offer applies, especially if you are ordering several sharing plates. Start with the Dynamite Shrimp, then add a main such as Mongolian Beef or a fried-rice dish.
Tom Yum Soup is generally praised, though one diner wanted more ingredients.