Authentic flavours
Reviews describe fresh, balanced Chinese cooking, including Chaozhou dishes and ingredients said to be imported directly from China.
Tang Town 唐堂中餐厅
Downtown Dubai
Tang Town is a Michelin-guided Chinese restaurant in Downtown Dubai’s Dubai Mall Chinatown, serving modern takes on regional Chinese cuisine. Reviews point especially to the Peking duck, dim sum and polished brunches, with elegant indoor and outdoor settings for dinners, celebrations or business meals.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
1,059 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Peking duck
The duck is repeatedly praised; one review highlights crispy skin, tender meat and a choice of soup or stir-fry using the leftovers.
Burj views
Outdoor and indoor seating can include views of the Burj Khalifa, adding a distinctive Downtown Dubai setting to dinner.
Private rooms
Private dining rooms are available for quieter dinners, business gatherings and celebrations, with capacities mentioned from six to 16 people.
Brunch format
The Saturday brunch includes dim sum, half a Peking duck, two main dishes, fried rice or noodles, and dessert options.
Dietary flexibility
A reviewer says the kitchen prepared a special vegetarian course and adjusted dishes to suit the group.
What to Eat at Tang Town 唐堂中餐厅 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 Tang Town 唐堂中餐厅, 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 Tang Town 唐堂中餐厅 got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Peking duck Net +4
“Peking duck was also fantastic.”
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“Peking duck was also fantastic.”May 2025
“It started with a delicious small plate of dim sum and half a Peking duck.”June 2025
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Complimentary fruit Net +3
“Their complimentary fruits served at the beginning have high quality.”
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“Their complimentary fruits served at the beginning have high quality.”August 2025
“We were also served complimentary desserts and a lovely welcome fruit and cookies.”November 2025
Honorable mentions (18)
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Almond crackers Net +1
“Menu started with a complement of Chinese fruits and delicate almond crackers as a pleasant surprise.”
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“Menu started with a complement of Chinese fruits and delicate almond crackers as a pleasant surprise.”August 2025
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Baked egg tart with sago cream and mango Net +1
“🍮For desserts we had their baked egg tart with sago cream and mango which was super yummy.”
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“🍮For desserts we had their baked egg tart with sago cream and mango which was super yummy.”September 2025
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Beef noodles Net +1
“For our main course, we ordered the beef noodles and another beef dish, both were rich in flavor and so delicious.”
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“For our main course, we ordered the beef noodles and another beef dish, both were rich in flavor and so delicious.”November 2025
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Bird nest desert Net +1
“Bird nest Desert is absolutely fantastic experience, exclusive and rare find which I recommend to try to all my friends now.”
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“Bird nest Desert is absolutely fantastic experience, exclusive and rare find which I recommend to try to all my friends now.”November 2024
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Dim sum Net +1
“Outstanding dining experience! The food is authentic and full of flavor especially the dim sum and Peking duck.”
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“Outstanding dining experience! The food is authentic and full of flavor especially the dim sum and Peking duck.”April 2026
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Dim sum platter Net +1
“🥟Then came the wonderfully creative yummy appetizers and the Dim Sum platter which was so delicious.”
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“🥟Then came the wonderfully creative yummy appetizers and the Dim Sum platter which was so delicious.”September 2025
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Dumplings Net +1
“We tried the dumplings, fried rice, and sweet & sour chicken , everything was fresh and perfectly seasoned.”
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“We tried the dumplings, fried rice, and sweet & sour chicken , everything was fresh and perfectly seasoned.”November 2025
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Fried rice Net +1
“We tried the dumplings, fried rice, and sweet & sour chicken , everything was fresh and perfectly seasoned.”
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“We tried the dumplings, fried rice, and sweet & sour chicken , everything was fresh and perfectly seasoned.”November 2025
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Jellyfish with 15y.o vinegar Net +1
“Jellyfish with 15y.o vinegar is absolutely must try!”
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“Jellyfish with 15y.o vinegar is absolutely must try!”November 2024
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Kung pao prawns Net +1
“For mains we chose the 🍤Kung Pao Prawns and 🍖Pan fried Lamb chops and Fujian Style Fried Rice. I must say the King Pao Prawns were fingerlickingly delicious and the peppercorns left a sweet tantalizing flavor on my taste buds which I loved.”
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“For mains we chose the 🍤Kung Pao Prawns and 🍖Pan fried Lamb chops and Fujian Style Fried Rice. I must say the King Pao Prawns were fingerlickingly delicious and the peppercorns left a sweet tantalizing flavor on my taste buds which I loved.”September 2025
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Mango & pomelo dessert Net +1
“My personal favorites were the pecking duck & the prawns and you definitely don’t want to miss out on the mango & pomelo dessert.”
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“My personal favorites were the pecking duck & the prawns and you definitely don’t want to miss out on the mango & pomelo dessert.”June 2025
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Night brunch Net +1
“Night brunch new with unlimited beer 🍺 and food imported directly from China 🇨🇳 ensures the quality and the taste .”
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“Night brunch new with unlimited beer 🍺 and food imported directly from China 🇨🇳 ensures the quality and the taste .”April 2026
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Pan fried lamb chops Net +1
“For mains we chose the 🍤Kung Pao Prawns and 🍖Pan fried Lamb chops and Fujian Style Fried Rice. I must say the King Pao Prawns were fingerlickingly delicious and the peppercorns left a sweet tantalizing flavor on my taste buds which I loved. Their Lamb chops are a must try as they are so tender and full of flavor that makes them super delish.”
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“For mains we chose the 🍤Kung Pao Prawns and 🍖Pan fried Lamb chops and Fujian Style Fried Rice. I must say the King Pao Prawns were fingerlickingly delicious and the peppercorns left a sweet tantalizing flavor on my taste buds which I loved. Their Lamb chops are a must try as they are so tender and full of flavor that makes them super delish.”September 2025
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Peppercorn pigeon Net +1
“The peppercorn pigeon is a great surprise, the peppercorn gave the right amount of numbness on top of the crispy skin and juicy meat.”
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“The peppercorn pigeon is a great surprise, the peppercorn gave the right amount of numbness on top of the crispy skin and juicy meat.”August 2025
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Pigeon Net +1
“The pigeon was fantastic, crispy skin, juicy meat and full of flavor.”
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“The pigeon was fantastic, crispy skin, juicy meat and full of flavor.”December 2025
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Steamed grouper Net +1
“The steamed grouper was another highlight, fresh, buttery fish accompanied by simple condiments including some sort of pickled olive from chaozhou.”
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“The steamed grouper was another highlight, fresh, buttery fish accompanied by simple condiments including some sort of pickled olive from chaozhou.”December 2025
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Sweet & sour chicken Net +1
“We tried the dumplings, fried rice, and sweet & sour chicken , everything was fresh and perfectly seasoned.”
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“We tried the dumplings, fried rice, and sweet & sour chicken , everything was fresh and perfectly seasoned.”November 2025
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The emperor Net +1
“🥂They have a full fledged bar serving most amazing cocktails and mocktails till 1 am. I really liked their signature cocktail The Emperor and Melon Spritz both of which were wonderful.”
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“🥂They have a full fledged bar serving most amazing cocktails and mocktails till 1 am. I really liked their signature cocktail The Emperor and Melon Spritz both of which were wonderful.”September 2025
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Melon spritz Net +1
“🥂They have a full fledged bar serving most amazing cocktails and mocktails till 1 am. I really liked their signature cocktail The Emperor and Melon Spritz both of which were wonderful.”
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“🥂They have a full fledged bar serving most amazing cocktails and mocktails till 1 am. I really liked their signature cocktail The Emperor and Melon Spritz both of which were wonderful.”September 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Book ahead. Reserve before arriving: a walk-in guest had to wait briefly, although staff eventually found a table.
Try brunch. For a set experience, consider the Saturday brunch, which combines dim sum, Peking duck, mains and dessert.
Ask for outdoors. Request outdoor seating if you want the Burj Khalifa view mentioned by diners, subject to availability.
Use valet. For special occasions or easier arrival, ask about the VIP valet service mentioned in a brunch review.
Flag dietary needs. If you need to limit sugar, raise it before ordering: one diner specifically found the food very sweet.
Consider private dining. For a business meal or celebration, ask about the private rooms, which reviewers mention in several group sizes.
Plan the visit
Practical details
with free valet parking service, then take the escalator to M floor - Dubai Mall Fountain Views, Mezzanine Floor, Downtown, Dubai Drive to the main gate of The Address Fountain View Dubai Mall on - Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
High prices
One diner found the restaurant expensive for the quality, while another described the prices as being on the higher end.
Sweet dishes
A diabetic diner found the food too sweet and said it contained a lot of sugar, so dietary needs are worth discussing before ordering.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 288
Saturday brunch
“The brunch was great value at just AED 288, including soft drinks and tea”Google review · June 2025
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The Bottom Line
Tang Town is a Michelin-guided Chinese restaurant in Dubai Mall’s Chinatown, in Downtown Dubai, with a menu shaped around regional Chinese cooking. You can order classics such as Peking duck and dim sum, or choose a set brunch with half a duck, two main dishes, fried rice or noodles, and dessert. Reviews also call out Chaozhou-style dishes, including peppercorn pigeon and steamed grouper.
The setting is a major part of the appeal. Diners mention elegant indoor and outdoor seating, Burj Khalifa views and private rooms for six to 16 people, making it suitable for a business dinner, birthday or quieter family occasion. Service is usually described as attentive and professional, with thoughtful touches such as welcome fruit and occasional complimentary desserts.
Saturday brunch is a useful entry point: one reviewer reported AED 288 including soft drinks and tea, while another mentioned a night brunch with unlimited beer, though packages can change. Reservations are worth making; a walk-in guest waited briefly before a table opened. VIP valet is mentioned in one brunch review.
The main caution is cost. One diner felt the food was pricey for its quality, and a diabetic guest found the dishes too sweet and sugary. If that matters to you, discuss dietary preferences before ordering.