Signature shrimp
The Original Dynamite Shrimp is repeatedly praised for its crispy texture, creamy coating and bold flavour.
P.F. Chang's
Downtown Dubai
Set in Downtown Dubai, P.F. Chang’s is a family-friendly Asian fusion restaurant with a striking, polished setting. Reviewers repeatedly return for the Original Dynamite Shrimp, Mongolian Beef and warm, attentive hospitality.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
12,983 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Gluten-free care
Guests with coeliac disease report careful handling, including a separately cleaned workstation to reduce cross-contamination risk.
Polished setting
The Dubai Mall branch is described as modern, elegant and lively, with outdoor seating overlooking the fountain show.
Allergy support
Staff ask about allergies and explain suitable options, with one group saying they ensured the meal was safe.
Family occasions
The team has helped make celebrations memorable, including birthday songs and arranging ice cream for a child.
Quick service
One review found dishes fresh, well presented and delivered quickly, useful when fitting dinner around Dubai Mall plans.
Broad menu
Reviewers have enjoyed moving beyond the usual favourites to try dim sum, bao, noodles and sushi in one visit.
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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Fried rice Net +2
“The sushi was fresh and tasty, a real highlight, and the fried rice was perfectly cooked with really good flavor. Definitely recommend both!”
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“The sushi was fresh and tasty, a real highlight, and the fried rice was perfectly cooked with really good flavor. Definitely recommend both!”October 2025
“Tried the Kung Pao Chicken and Fried Rice — they were decent and nicely balanced, and the Blueberry Fusion complemented the meal well.”November 2025
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Mongolian beef Net +2
“Our favorite dishes are definitely the Dynamite Shrimp and Mongolian Beef — we order them every time we visit and they never disappoint.”
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“Our favorite dishes are definitely the Dynamite Shrimp and Mongolian Beef — we order them every time we visit and they never disappoint.”June 2026
“The Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps were a fun and tasty starter, and the Mongolian Beef was tender and rich with flavor — one of the best dishes of the night.”October 2025
Honorable mentions (13)
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Banana spring roll Net +1
“We ended on a sweet note with the Banana Spring Roll, Japanese Mochi Ice Cream, and P.F. Chang’s Japanese Cheesecake — all beautifully presented and delicious.”
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“We ended on a sweet note with the Banana Spring Roll, Japanese Mochi Ice Cream, and P.F. Chang’s Japanese Cheesecake — all beautifully presented and delicious.”October 2025
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Blueberry fusion Net +1
“Tried the Kung Pao Chicken and Fried Rice — they were decent and nicely balanced, and the Blueberry Fusion complemented the meal well.”
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“Tried the Kung Pao Chicken and Fried Rice — they were decent and nicely balanced, and the Blueberry Fusion complemented the meal well.”November 2025
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California roll Net +1
“We ordered quite a variety — the California Roll was perfectly made, and the Original Dynamite Shrimp absolutely lived up to its reputation — crispy, creamy, and just the right amount of spice.”
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“We ordered quite a variety — the California Roll was perfectly made, and the Original Dynamite Shrimp absolutely lived up to its reputation — crispy, creamy, and just the right amount of spice.”October 2025
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Chang’s chicken lettuce wraps Net +1
“The Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps were a fun and tasty starter, and the Mongolian Beef was tender and rich with flavor — one of the best dishes of the night.”
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“The Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps were a fun and tasty starter, and the Mongolian Beef was tender and rich with flavor — one of the best dishes of the night.”October 2025
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Dynamite shrimps Net +1
“I highly recommend trying the Dynamite Shrimps; they were amazing and definitely one of the highlights of the night.”
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“I highly recommend trying the Dynamite Shrimps; they were amazing and definitely one of the highlights of the night.”May 2026
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Great wall of chocolate Net +1
“Great wall of chocolate for the dessert is perfect..”
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“Great wall of chocolate for the dessert is perfect..”October 2025
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Japanese mochi ice cream Net +1
“We ended on a sweet note with the Banana Spring Roll, Japanese Mochi Ice Cream, and P.F. Chang’s Japanese Cheesecake — all beautifully presented and delicious.”
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“We ended on a sweet note with the Banana Spring Roll, Japanese Mochi Ice Cream, and P.F. Chang’s Japanese Cheesecake — all beautifully presented and delicious.”October 2025
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Kung pao chicken Net +1
“Tried the Kung Pao Chicken and Fried Rice — they were decent and nicely balanced, and the Blueberry Fusion complemented the meal well.”
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“Tried the Kung Pao Chicken and Fried Rice — they were decent and nicely balanced, and the Blueberry Fusion complemented the meal well.”November 2025
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Original dynamite shrimp Net +1
“We ordered quite a variety — the California Roll was perfectly made, and the Original Dynamite Shrimp absolutely lived up to its reputation — crispy, creamy, and just the right amount of spice.”
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“We ordered quite a variety — the California Roll was perfectly made, and the Original Dynamite Shrimp absolutely lived up to its reputation — crispy, creamy, and just the right amount of spice.”October 2025
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P.f. chang’s japanese cheesecake Net +1
“We ended on a sweet note with the Banana Spring Roll, Japanese Mochi Ice Cream, and P.F. Chang’s Japanese Cheesecake — all beautifully presented and delicious.”
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“We ended on a sweet note with the Banana Spring Roll, Japanese Mochi Ice Cream, and P.F. Chang’s Japanese Cheesecake — all beautifully presented and delicious.”October 2025
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Pad thai Net +1
“The food is consistently delicious, (pad thai is my all time favorite!)the atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff always make us feel at home..”
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“The food is consistently delicious, (pad thai is my all time favorite!)the atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff always make us feel at home..”June 2026
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Passion fruit cooler Net +1
“For drinks, the Passion Fruit Cooler was refreshing and balanced, a great complement to the meal.”
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“For drinks, the Passion Fruit Cooler was refreshing and balanced, a great complement to the meal.”October 2025
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Singapore noodles Net +1
“ESPECIALLY SIGNATURE DISH OF DYNAMITE PRAWNS 🍤, SINGAPORE NOODLES ..”
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“ESPECIALLY SIGNATURE DISH OF DYNAMITE PRAWNS 🍤, SINGAPORE NOODLES ..”December 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Watermelon juice Net −1
“Also tried the watermelon juice on the waiter’s recommendation, which was a nice touch, though the taste felt slightly off, like the watermelon wasn’t very fresh.”
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“Also tried the watermelon juice on the waiter’s recommendation, which was a nice touch, though the taste felt slightly off, like the watermelon wasn’t very fresh.”June 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Gluten-free request. If you have coeliac disease, flag it clearly when ordering and ask about the separate workstation and preparation process.
Weekend timing. For dinner, try a weekend visit if you want a better chance of getting a table quickly.
Outdoor seats. Choose outdoor seating if the fountain show is part of your plan; a reviewer specifically enjoyed watching it from the terrace.
Ask for guidance. Ask your server for recommendations based on flavours you enjoy; reviewers found those suggestions especially helpful.
Check juices. The watermelon juice was slightly off for one guest, so consider another drink if freshness matters to you.
Plan the visit
Practical details
near Waterfall, Dubai Mall - Ground Floor - Financial Ctr St
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Juice quality
One reviewer found the watermelon juice slightly off, suggesting the fruit may not have been very fresh that day.
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The Bottom Line
F. Chang’s is a family-friendly Asian fusion restaurant in Dubai Mall, suited to relaxed meals with friends, family outings and celebrations. The menu has dependable crowd-pleasers: Original Dynamite Shrimp, Mongolian Beef, Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps and California Roll all receive specific praise in the reviews.
The food is generally described as fresh, flavourful and well presented, while the setting adds a polished backdrop. Outdoor seating is a draw for guests who want a view of the fountain show, and the restaurant has also handled birthday moments with songs and a child’s complimentary ice cream. One reviewer found portions generous, making the menu workable for sharing.
Service is the strongest recurring theme. Reviewers describe attentive checks, useful menu guidance and staff who remain professional without hovering. Allergy and gluten-free diners have especially detailed feedback: one regular guest reports separate workstation preparation, extra table cleaning and careful handling over several years.
If you are dining at the weekend, one reviewer suggests going for dinner for a better chance of finding a table quickly. The only clear food caution is the watermelon juice, which one guest found slightly off-tasting.