XU Dubai

Name: XU Dubai
Address: Kempinski Hotel - Sheikh Zayed Rd, Al Barsha, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143946252

Al Barsha

Restaurant Open now 04 394 6252

XU Dubai is a Cantonese-inspired restaurant in Al Barsha, inside Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, with Southeast Asian flavours and a lantern-and-neon setting. Reviews point to shareable dishes such as Peking duck and black pepper beef tenderloin, plus lively brunches with karaoke.

Reputation Score

4.9

★★★★★

1,082 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Standout dishes

Black pepper beef tenderloin and Szechuan pepper black cod are repeatedly praised for careful cooking and bold flavour.

Fresh dim sum

The dim sum selection is described as fresh, flavourful and delicate, with har gow and pumpkin puff also featured at an event.

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What to Eat at XU Dubai

These items at XU Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

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Black seasame choux Net +2

“Black Seasame Choux 7.5/10 - good and creative”
Business lunch Net +2

“We had the formula of business lunch which is fulfilling and at a very affordable price. The food was good with relatively good portions and the service was fast.”
Crispy shrimp cheung fun Net +2

“Now the food...every single thing was delicious! The soup, the squid, and the crispy shrimp cheung fun started the dinner off on a great note.”

Honorable mentions (26)

Beef tenderloin snack Net +1

“We also loved the crispy shrimp cheung fun, beef tenderloin snack, and spicy seaweed cucumber.”
Black sesame dessert Net +1

“We especially loved the Black Sesame dessert — a perfect balance of flavors and beautiful presentation.”
Cashew chicken Net +1

“Cashew Chicken 7/10 - good”
Cheesecake Net +1

“I thought the dessert would disappoint, but the cheesecake was superb too!”
Coconut panna cotta Net +1

“It’s the perfect place to share exceptional cuisine with friends, with every dish crafted to impress! I recommend the Singapore rice noodles, the black sesame and the coconut panna cotta.”
Crème brûlée Net +1

“The honeycomb and crème brûlée were the perfect sweet ending.”
Crispy lemongrass chicken Net +1

“I tried a variety of their canapés such as Salt & Pepper Squid, Crispy Lemongrass Chicken, XU Crispy Duck Roll, Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin, Har Gow Dim Sum and Pumpkin Puff Dim Sum. These were all served piping hot. And their textures and flavors were spot on.”
Crispy mushrooms & vegetables Net +1

“The stars from the meal were the Crispy Mushrooms & Vegetables, Pan Fried Tamarind Seabream, and the Black Sesame Choux.”
Crispy soft-shell crab Net +1

“The crispy soft-shell crab was golden and crunchy, yet light and flavorful.”
Festive menu Net +1

“The festive menu was great value and came with an Xmas shaped Yuzu cheesecake for dessert.”
Golden hour 3 course set menu Net +1

“There's an ongoing great value deal, their "Golden Hour" 3 course set menu, that includes many options to choose from.”
Har gow dim sum Net +1

“I tried a variety of their canapés such as Salt & Pepper Squid, Crispy Lemongrass Chicken, XU Crispy Duck Roll, Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin, Har Gow Dim Sum and Pumpkin Puff Dim Sum. These were all served piping hot. And their textures and flavors were spot on.”
Mandarin sorbet Net +1

“Especially liked the mandarin sorbet and the main dishes.”
Noodle soup Net +1

“Good overcame my expectations, good variety of desserts, authentic noodle soup, smiley and friendly stuff! Reccomend definitely !”
Pan fried tamarind seabream Net +1

“The stars from the meal were the Crispy Mushrooms & Vegetables, Pan Fried Tamarind Seabream, and the Black Sesame Choux.”
Peking duck Net +1

“ The dim sum selection was fresh and flavorful, and the signature dishes like the Peking duck and black cod were cooked to perfection.”
Pumpkin puff dim sum Net +1

“I tried a variety of their canapés such as Salt & Pepper Squid, Crispy Lemongrass Chicken, XU Crispy Duck Roll, Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin, Har Gow Dim Sum and Pumpkin Puff Dim Sum. These were all served piping hot. And their textures and flavors were spot on.”
Rice noodles Net +1

“The food was exceptional, from the fresh salad and perfectly prepared rice noodles, to the good wine and an unforgettable, unique dessert.”
Salt & pepper squid Net +1

“I tried a variety of their canapés such as Salt & Pepper Squid, Crispy Lemongrass Chicken, XU Crispy Duck Roll, Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin, Har Gow Dim Sum and Pumpkin Puff Dim Sum. These were all served piping hot. And their textures and flavors were spot on.”
Singapore rice noodles Net +1

“It’s the perfect place to share exceptional cuisine with friends, with every dish crafted to impress! I recommend the Singapore rice noodles, the black sesame and the coconut panna cotta.”
Spicy seaweed cucumber Net +1

“We also loved the crispy shrimp cheung fun, beef tenderloin snack, and spicy seaweed cucumber.”
Szechuan pepper black cod Net +1

“The food was outstanding. The black pepper beef tenderloin and Szechuan pepper black cod were the highlights — perfectly cooked and full of flavour.”
Taste of xu menu Net +1

“We went for dinner and we tried the Taste of Xu menu. From starters to main to dessert, everything was 10/10. The portions were generous and the quality of each dish was fantastic.”
Wagyu beef puffs Net +1

“We loved the dimsums, wagyu beef puffs, baos and their salad.”
Xu crispy duck roll Net +1

“I tried a variety of their canapés such as Salt & Pepper Squid, Crispy Lemongrass Chicken, XU Crispy Duck Roll, Black Pepper Beef Tenderloin, Har Gow Dim Sum and Pumpkin Puff Dim Sum. These were all served piping hot. And their textures and flavors were spot on.”
Yuzu cheesecake Net +1

“The festive menu was great value and came with an Xmas shaped Yuzu cheesecake for dessert.”

What to Avoid (1)

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Steamed rice Net −1

“The only downfall was the steamed rice, which was not that easy to eat using chopsticks.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try lunch. For a more affordable visit, ask about the business lunch; one review reports two starters and a main for AED 105.

Check Golden Hour. Ask whether the Golden Hour three-course set menu is running, as a reviewer found it good value with several choices.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Kempinski Hotel - Sheikh Zayed Rd

Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai

04 394 6252

Mon	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Tue	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Wed	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Fri	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat	1:00 PM – 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Rice awkward

One diner found the steamed rice difficult to eat with chopsticks.

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The Bottom Line

XU Dubai is a Cantonese-inspired restaurant in Al Barsha, inside Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates. It suits a relaxed dinner, business lunch or social night out, especially if you want shareable Asian food in a polished setting. Reviews highlight the black pepper beef tenderloin, Szechuan pepper black cod, fresh dim sum and Peking duck.

The food is matched by an immersive interior of neon lights, elegant detailing and a slightly mysterious mood. There are indoor and outdoor areas, with reviews also mentioning a bar and open-kitchen seating. Outdoor dining was described as surprisingly peaceful despite the roadside location, while brunches are noticeably more energetic, with singing, dancing, open karaoke and live entertainment.

For value, check the business lunch and ask about the Golden Hour three-course set menu. One reviewer paid AED 105 for two starters and a main at lunch, while another found the Golden Hour menu offered plenty of choice. Drivers can ask the hotel lobby about valet parking validation.

Service is a strong part of the experience, and a guest with gluten intolerance said the team catered well to their needs. The main caution is small but practical: one diner found the steamed rice awkward to eat with chopsticks.