Shang Palace Dubai

Name: Shang Palace Dubai
Address: Shangri-La Hotel Dubai - Sheikh Zayed Rd, Trade Centre, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97144052760

Trade Centre

Chinese restaurant Closed 04 405 2760

Shang Palace is an upscale Cantonese restaurant in Trade Centre, known for dim sum brunches, set menus and classic dishes such as Peking duck. Reviews also highlight its calm Chinese-inspired setting, polished hospitality and occasional cooking-class experience.

Reputation Score

4.6

★★★★★

422 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Dim Sum

The dumplings have a broad, flavoursome selection, with xiao long bao, har gao and siew mai among the standouts.

Duck Theatre

The Peking duck can be prepared tableside, with one reviewer praising the remaining meat being turned into sticky rice.

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What to Eat at Shang Palace Dubai

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Shang Palace Dubai, 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

Yum cha brunch Net +2

“Came here for Yum Cha Brunch and recommended by Michelin 2025. The food is traditional cantonese and they were excellent, from starters till dessert, you will not be disappointed.”

Honorable mentions (58)

Beef fried horfun Net +1

“I wasn't disappointed as every dish is good. I had Beef fried Horfun, Stir-fried Greenbeans, Truffle Chicken SiewMai and Crispy Wontons. Also had the Sesame Peanut Fritter Balls for dessert. Every dish a winner!”
Black angus beef Net +1

“Really good good highly recommend the Black Angus Beef, Sweet and Sour Chicken and Deep Friend Prawns”
Boiled sliced beef striploin in sichuan broth Net +1

“The Boiled Sliced Beef Striploin in Sichuan Broth was equally delicious, with tender beef strips swimming in a rich, hearty broth that paired wonderfully with jasmine rice.”
Braised tofu Net +1

“We started with the dumplings, which were decent, but the real star of the show was the braised Tofu. Oh my goodness — wow. It was everything we never knew we were craving.”
Business lunch package Net +1

“On this visit - we chose the Business Lunch package also known as the Dim Sum Social Lunch and it was excellent from start to finish. Every item was prepared with great care, fresh and full of flavor. The dishes were immaculately presented and genuinely delicious!”
Cha siu sou Net +1

“Anyway, their CHA SIU SOU (baked sweet and salty chicken puff), DEEP FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, XIAO LONG BAO (soup-filled chicken dumplings), TRUFFLE VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS, HAR GAO (crystal dumpling with prawn), and CRISPY RADISH WITH DRIED PRAWN tastes extraordinary and authentic.”
Chicken and prawn fried rice Net +1

“The chicken and prawn fried rice was very tasty as well.”
Chilled corn-fed chicken with sichuan red chili oil Net +1

“The Chilled Corn-fed Chicken with Sichuan Red Chili Oil offered a new and exciting flavor profile—a cold, salad-style dish that was vibrant and spicy, showcasing the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine.”
Chocolate lava cake Net +1

“For dessert, I went with the chocolate lava cake and somehow got teleported straight back to Belgium. Rich, high-quality chocolate without the overly sugary shortcut so many places take.”
Classical hot and sour soup Net +1

“Starting with the appetizers, we tried the Classical Hot and Sour Soup, which was rich and flavorful, packed with fresh vegetables and tender chicken.”
Coconut ice cream Net +1

“We ordered the set dinner which was perfect from the appetizers to the freshly made coconut ice cream.”
Crab soup Net +1

“The food was incredible. We had dumplings, Pekín duck, fried rice, crab soup, scallop soup, fried shrimp, lamb shanks, duck bones, and about 3 other dishes I don’t know the name of… we wanted to try as much as we could since this place is Michelin recommended and 🤩 only wish we had 4 more stomachs to be able to fit it all 😂”
Crispy radish with dried prawn Net +1

“Anyway, their CHA SIU SOU (baked sweet and salty chicken puff), DEEP FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, XIAO LONG BAO (soup-filled chicken dumplings), TRUFFLE VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS, HAR GAO (crystal dumpling with prawn), and CRISPY RADISH WITH DRIED PRAWN tastes extraordinary and authentic.”
Crispy wontons Net +1

“I wasn't disappointed as every dish is good. I had Beef fried Horfun, Stir-fried Greenbeans, Truffle Chicken SiewMai and Crispy Wontons. Also had the Sesame Peanut Fritter Balls for dessert. Every dish a winner!”
Deep fried chicken breast Net +1

“Anyway, their CHA SIU SOU (baked sweet and salty chicken puff), DEEP FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, XIAO LONG BAO (soup-filled chicken dumplings), TRUFFLE VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS, HAR GAO (crystal dumpling with prawn), and CRISPY RADISH WITH DRIED PRAWN tastes extraordinary and authentic.”
Deep fried chicken pieces Net +1

“Deep fried chicken pieces has the Mala spiciness that the real kick of hot 🥵 after 1 min . Wow.”
Deep friend prawns Net +1

“Really good good highly recommend the Black Angus Beef, Sweet and Sour Chicken and Deep Friend Prawns”
Deep-fried prawns with kiwi salsa in sichuan mayonnaise sauce Net +1

“The Deep-fried Prawns with Kiwi Salsa in Sichuan Mayonnaise Sauce were expertly prepared, with a crispy exterior and tender meat inside, perfectly balancing textures.”
Dim sum social menu Net +1

“The Dim Sum Social menu is well-paced, with delicate dumplings, clean flavours, and great balance throughout. Nothing overdone, just proper execution.”
Dishes Net +1

“At present, the selection includes various highlights from the neighbouring Hoi An menu. These Vietnamese offerings only expand upon and enhance the dishes available and you should make sure you give them a try as there's some excellent dishes in a class of their own.”
Duck bones Net +1

“The food was incredible. We had dumplings, Pekín duck, fried rice, crab soup, scallop soup, fried shrimp, lamb shanks, duck bones, and about 3 other dishes I don’t know the name of… we wanted to try as much as we could since this place is Michelin recommended and 🤩 only wish we had 4 more stomachs to be able to fit it all 😂”
Fortune cookies Net +1

“We got some fortune cookies in the end of the brunch before leaving, which was really nice.”
Fried celery Net +1

“Fried Celery is surprisingly tasty. 4/5”
Fried rice Net +1

“From main course the fish and fried rice were good.”
Fried shrimp Net +1

“The food was incredible. We had dumplings, Pekín duck, fried rice, crab soup, scallop soup, fried shrimp, lamb shanks, duck bones, and about 3 other dishes I don’t know the name of… we wanted to try as much as we could since this place is Michelin recommended and 🤩 only wish we had 4 more stomachs to be able to fit it all 😂”
Har gao Net +1

“Anyway, their CHA SIU SOU (baked sweet and salty chicken puff), DEEP FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, XIAO LONG BAO (soup-filled chicken dumplings), TRUFFLE VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS, HAR GAO (crystal dumpling with prawn), and CRISPY RADISH WITH DRIED PRAWN tastes extraordinary and authentic.”
Har gau Net +1

“Some of the dim sum items were really good like xio long bow, har gau and siew mai.”
Hoi an menu Net +1

“At present, the selection includes various highlights from the neighbouring Hoi An menu. These Vietnamese offerings only expand upon and enhance the dishes available and you should make sure you give them a try as there's some excellent dishes in a class of their own.”
Lamb shanks Net +1

“The food was incredible. We had dumplings, Pekín duck, fried rice, crab soup, scallop soup, fried shrimp, lamb shanks, duck bones, and about 3 other dishes I don’t know the name of… we wanted to try as much as we could since this place is Michelin recommended and 🤩 only wish we had 4 more stomachs to be able to fit it all 😂”
Mango prawn Net +1

“The wok beef, vegetables and the mango prawn was insane!!! I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!”
New years set menu Net +1

“What a lovely start to Chinese new year. Loved the lion dance and new years set menu was amazing. Thanks to Mark and his crew for looking after me.”
Red rice rolls Net +1

“The presentation of the Red Rice Rolls is stunning (and the table-side sauce pour is a nice touch).”
Scallop soup Net +1

“The food was incredible. We had dumplings, Pekín duck, fried rice, crab soup, scallop soup, fried shrimp, lamb shanks, duck bones, and about 3 other dishes I don’t know the name of… we wanted to try as much as we could since this place is Michelin recommended and 🤩 only wish we had 4 more stomachs to be able to fit it all 😂”
Schzewan chicken Net +1

“Our fav main courses were the Schzewan prawns and chicken which came with a good balance of heat and tangy flavour.”
Schzewan prawns Net +1

“Our fav main courses were the Schzewan prawns and chicken which came with a good balance of heat and tangy flavour.”
Seafood wonton soup Net +1

“I highlight to go for duck and mix of rice and vegetable dishes also seafood wonton soup was very tasty.”
Sesame peanut fritter balls Net +1

“I wasn't disappointed as every dish is good. I had Beef fried Horfun, Stir-fried Greenbeans, Truffle Chicken SiewMai and Crispy Wontons. Also had the Sesame Peanut Fritter Balls for dessert. Every dish a winner!”
Set dinner Net +1

“We ordered the set dinner which was perfect from the appetizers to the freshly made coconut ice cream.”
Set menu Net +1

“We had the set menu, and every dish was absolutely delicious and beautifully prepared. It was one of the best Chinese dining experiences in town! A special thank you to Yan and Vita for their exceptional service... othey were attentive, friendly, and made us feel very welcome. Kudos to the head chef for creating such an amazing set menu. Everything was perfect, and we highly recommend this restaurant!”
Siew mai Net +1

“Some of the dim sum items were really good like xio long bow, har gau and siew mai.”
Soup dumplings Net +1

“The shrimp was fresh and crispy, and the soup dumplings were folded perfectly.”
Steamed sea bream with preserved radish in king soy sauce Net +1

“The Steamed Sea Bream with Preserved Radish in King Soy Sauce was outstanding—this was one of the best seafood dishes I've had in a long time.”
Sticky rice dish Net +1

“And then, as if the duck hadn’t already emotionally won the evening, they transformed the remaining meat into an incredibly flavorful sticky rice dish. Zero waste, maximum happiness.”
Stir-fried greenbeans Net +1

“I wasn't disappointed as every dish is good. I had Beef fried Horfun, Stir-fried Greenbeans, Truffle Chicken SiewMai and Crispy Wontons. Also had the Sesame Peanut Fritter Balls for dessert. Every dish a winner!”
Sweet and sour chicken Net +1

“Really good good highly recommend the Black Angus Beef, Sweet and Sour Chicken and Deep Friend Prawns”
Sweet sago and mango with milk cream Net +1

“For dessert, we indulged in two delectable options: a warm Chocolate Fondant with Coconut Ice Cream and Chocolate Sable, which was intensely chocolaty and paired perfectly with the refreshing coconut ice cream; and the traditional Sweet Sago and Mango with Milk Cream, a mild and refreshing dessert featuring small pieces of mango.”
Sweet sour prawn Net +1

“Sweet sour Prawn is slight crunch on the prawns nicely sautéed. 4/5”
Tofu hot and sour soup Net +1

“My partner-in-crime ordered the TOFU HOT AND SOUR SOUP and loved it.”
Truffle chicken siewmai Net +1

“I wasn't disappointed as every dish is good. I had Beef fried Horfun, Stir-fried Greenbeans, Truffle Chicken SiewMai and Crispy Wontons. Also had the Sesame Peanut Fritter Balls for dessert. Every dish a winner!”
Truffle vegetable spring rolls Net +1

“Anyway, their CHA SIU SOU (baked sweet and salty chicken puff), DEEP FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, XIAO LONG BAO (soup-filled chicken dumplings), TRUFFLE VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS, HAR GAO (crystal dumpling with prawn), and CRISPY RADISH WITH DRIED PRAWN tastes extraordinary and authentic.”
Vietnamese offerings Net +1

“At present, the selection includes various highlights from the neighbouring Hoi An menu. These Vietnamese offerings only expand upon and enhance the dishes available and you should make sure you give them a try as there's some excellent dishes in a class of their own.”
Warm chocolate fondant with coconut ice cream and chocolate sable Net +1

“For dessert, we indulged in two delectable options: a warm Chocolate Fondant with Coconut Ice Cream and Chocolate Sable, which was intensely chocolaty and paired perfectly with the refreshing coconut ice cream; and the traditional Sweet Sago and Mango with Milk Cream, a mild and refreshing dessert featuring small pieces of mango.”
Wok beef Net +1

“The wok beef, vegetables and the mango prawn was insane!!! I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!”
Xiao long bao Net +1

“Anyway, their CHA SIU SOU (baked sweet and salty chicken puff), DEEP FRIED CHICKEN BREAST, XIAO LONG BAO (soup-filled chicken dumplings), TRUFFLE VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS, HAR GAO (crystal dumpling with prawn), and CRISPY RADISH WITH DRIED PRAWN tastes extraordinary and authentic.”
Xio long bow Net +1

“Some of the dim sum items were really good like xio long bow, har gau and siew mai.”
Yun cha brunch Net +1

“Amazing experience! We had the Yun Cha brunch and it was delicious and not that expensive for the quantity and quality of the food.”
Cabbage chicken cream soup Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Cabbage chicken cream Soup. 3/5”
Egg fried rice Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Egg fried rice was just average with not enough wok hei.”

Drinks 1

Champagne brunch Net +1

“Champagne brunch was beyond any expectations we had. Simply the finest food, 15 starters, three main courses and deserts too.”

What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

Chee cheong fun Net −1

“Went back just for their signature Chee Cheong Fun that I once loved so much but it came out overcooked, over fried, chewy … the video I posted is of the second attempt that they sent out which was better but still not perfect”
Diced beef Net −1

“Diced Beef has too much unnecessary fat n veins. Diced beef should be more lean with a strain of tenderness. 3.5 /5”
Half duck Net −1

“Ordered half duck so it might’ve dried out since being cut but the meat was dry, not that oily and the skin seemed slightly burnt (variance in the skin colour which means it’s not likely from the preparation/glaze). I’ve eaten a lot of Peking duck in my life but this was just a very below average meal. While not inedible, it was just tasteless (apart from the condiments) which I wouldn’t have expected for that price point.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book Ahead. Reserve in advance for busy periods, especially brunch, since one reviewer found the restaurant gets busy.

Choose Whole. If ordering Peking duck, consider asking about the whole duck rather than the half portion, which one diner found dry.

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Practical details

Shangri-La Hotel Dubai - Sheikh Zayed Rd

Trade Center First, Dubai

04 405 2760

Mon	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Tue	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Wed	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Thu	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fri	12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sun	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

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Common Concerns

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Duck Variance

One diner found the half Peking duck dry, tasteless and slightly burnt, despite praising the staff.

Inconsistent Classics

A returning customer found the Chee Cheong Fun overcooked and chewy, while the egg fried rice lacked wok hei.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

98 AED per person

Dim Sum Lunch all you can eat deal

“Visited blindly without knowing they had an ongoing Dim Sum Lunch all you can eat deal (98 AED per person) so felt super fortunate to have decided to come to Shangri-La for lunch”

Google review · November 2022

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The Bottom Line

Shang Palace is a polished Cantonese restaurant in Trade Centre, with a menu that works for both a special dinner and a leisurely brunch. The most useful reasons to come are the dim sum, Peking duck, Chee Cheong Fun and set menus. Several reviews mention Michelin Guide recommendations, while others focus on the restaurant’s calm, Chinese-inspired setting and consistently courteous service.

Dim sum is the safest starting point. Reviewers specifically enjoyed xiao long bao, har gao and siew mai, and the brunch format can serve smaller portions that you can reorder. The Peking duck is more mixed: one dinner described tableside preparation and a clever sticky-rice second course, but another found the half duck dry, bland and slightly burnt.

This is a comfortable choice for families, business lunches and celebrations. A birthday party received a private room, cake and banner, while the quiet atmosphere was appreciated during a business lunch. The restaurant also has a cooking class, described as patient and enjoyable.

Book ahead for busy brunch periods. Pricing leans upscale: an older review recorded a 98 AED-per-person all-you-can-eat dim sum lunch, while a champagne brunch was reported at £130 each. Check current offers, and ask about pacing if ordering a set menu.