Terrace Views
The terrace is repeatedly praised for Boulevard and Downtown views, making lunch or an evening meal feel more scenic.
Yoko Group Restaurant Managements
Downtown Dubai
Yoko Group manages upscale dining concepts, with Chaplin by Yoko as its Downtown Dubai venue. Reviews point to a polished setting for international dishes, terrace dining, shisha and Ramadan iftar buffets.
Reputation Score
5.0
★★★★★
168 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Shisha
Shisha is a consistent highlight, with reviewers describing it as smooth, high quality and available alongside dinner or lunch.
Iftar Variety
The Ramadan buffet included international dishes, couscous, grilled fish, salads, desserts and a chocolate fountain.
Attentive Service
Guests often describe the team as professional and attentive, including careful table service from start to finish.
Generous Portions
Portions are substantial; one review says a fish-and-salad plate was more than enough for one person.
Quiet Music
Music was described as low enough for easy conversation, useful if you are meeting a friend rather than seeking a loud night out.
Fresh Juices
Freshly squeezed mango and pomegranate juices were specifically enjoyed with lunch.
Chaplin Design
The restaurant uses Chaplin photos and decorations throughout, giving the interior a distinctive themed character.
What to Eat at Yoko Group Restaurant Managements 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 Yoko Group Restaurant Managements, 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 Yoko Group Restaurant Managements got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Chocolate fountain Net +2
“What I liked the most was the chocolate fountain🩷”
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“What I liked the most was the chocolate fountain🩷”March 2026
“Went to Chaplin Restaurant on Boulevard, the best place in downtown for breaking fast. The Iftar was amazing, many options of different cuisine. The sweets selection is varies from fruits to best deserts. Loved the chocolate fountain”April 2026
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Hummus with meat Net +2
“The food was very tasty and nicely presented, we enjoyed the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp.”
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“The food was very tasty and nicely presented, we enjoyed the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp.”January 2026
“We tried the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp, every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared.”February 2026
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Shrimp Net +2
“We tried the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp, every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared.”
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“We tried the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp, every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared.”February 2026
“The food was very tasty and nicely presented, we enjoyed the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp.”January 2026
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Smoked salmon Net +2
“We tried the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp, every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared.”
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“We tried the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp, every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared.”February 2026
“The food was very tasty and nicely presented, we enjoyed the hummus with meat, smoked salmon, chicken, and shrimp.”January 2026
Honorable mentions (8)
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Buratta truffle pizza Net +1
“We came to Chaplin restaurant for lunch) there is terrace with Boulevard view 🤩tried shisha with taste called “lady killer”, and it was super good) Very nice service ☺️ in love with buratta truffle pizza 🍕 amazing place to chill with the friends ) all stuff was very friendly and nice) very nice Latin music 🎵”
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“We came to Chaplin restaurant for lunch) there is terrace with Boulevard view 🤩tried shisha with taste called “lady killer”, and it was super good) Very nice service ☺️ in love with buratta truffle pizza 🍕 amazing place to chill with the friends ) all stuff was very friendly and nice) very nice Latin music 🎵”April 2026
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Fish and salad Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully prepared and very tasty. Portions are very generous. For about 150 AED, you get a large plate of fish and salad that is more than enough for one person.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully prepared and very tasty. Portions are very generous. For about 150 AED, you get a large plate of fish and salad that is more than enough for one person.”December 2025
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Grilled platters Net +1
“The grilled platters stood out, along with the traditional mezze that complemented the meal beautifully.”
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“The grilled platters stood out, along with the traditional mezze that complemented the meal beautifully.”February 2026
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Mango sunset Net +1
“The drinks were also nice, Mango Sunset was my favorite, refreshing, well balanced, and nice for a daytime lunch.”
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“The drinks were also nice, Mango Sunset was my favorite, refreshing, well balanced, and nice for a daytime lunch.”February 2026
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Mixed grills Net +1
“Staff is very friendly, it was chilly outside and they offered us pashminas which was very nice try their mixed grills they are amazing.”
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“Staff is very friendly, it was chilly outside and they offered us pashminas which was very nice try their mixed grills they are amazing.”March 2026
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Perfectly grilled chicken Net +1
“I had a fantastic lunch at Chaplin Restaurant & Cafe. The spread was incredibly generous, including fresh juice, a vibrant salad, perfectly grilled chicken, and creamy hummus. Everything was delicious and authentic. To top it off, the shisha was excellent. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great meal and a relaxing atmosphere!”
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“I had a fantastic lunch at Chaplin Restaurant & Cafe. The spread was incredibly generous, including fresh juice, a vibrant salad, perfectly grilled chicken, and creamy hummus. Everything was delicious and authentic. To top it off, the shisha was excellent. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great meal and a relaxing atmosphere!”January 2026
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Ramadan iftar buffet Net +1
“We came here for the Ramadan Iftar buffet and had a really great evening. The variety of food was honestly impressive.”
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“We came here for the Ramadan Iftar buffet and had a really great evening. The variety of food was honestly impressive.”March 2026
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Turkish breakfast Net +1
“We tried the Turkish breakfast, and everything was fresh and delicious.”
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“We tried the Turkish breakfast, and everything was fresh and delicious.”February 2026
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Arabic coffee Net +1
“The Arabic coffee served during the night was also a lovely touch.”
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“The Arabic coffee served during the night was also a lovely touch.”March 2026
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Peach iced tea Net +1
“The drinks were also great, especially the Peach iced tea.”
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“The drinks were also great, especially the Peach iced tea.”January 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose Terrace. Ask for outdoor seating if views matter; reviewers highlight the comfortable terrace and Boulevard outlook.
Try Shisha. If you plan to linger, add shisha after lunch or dinner; “lady killer” was one specifically praised flavour.
Check Iftar. For Ramadan visits, consider the buffet: reviews mention broad international choice, grilled fish, salads and desserts.
Order Juices. For a lighter lunch drink, try freshly squeezed mango or pomegranate juice, both specifically mentioned by a reviewer.
Bring Conversation. The music was described as quiet enough to talk comfortably, so it suits a relaxed catch-up with a friend.
Try Mixed Grill. If you prefer a filling meal, mixed grills were singled out as especially good and portions were described as generous.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM |
Common Concerns
No concerns reported yet.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
about 150 AED
large plate of fish and salad
“For about 150 AED, you get a large plate of fish and salad that is more than enough for one person”Google review · December 2025
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The Bottom Line
Yoko Group is a restaurant management company, and its clearest customer-facing example here is Chaplin by Yoko in Downtown Dubai. It suits diners looking for a polished meal with a stylish, cozy setting, Downtown views and the option to stay for shisha. The terrace is a recurring highlight, especially for lunch or an evening catch-up.
The menu has broad appeal. Reviews mention classic Arabic dishes such as hummus with meat, grilled platters and mezze, as well as international choices including burrata truffle pizza. Freshly squeezed mango and pomegranate juices are a useful lighter option, while the Mango Sunset and Peach iced tea were also singled out.
Portions are often described as generous. Ramadan was a particular strength in the reviews. The iftar buffet included international dishes, couscous, grilled fish, salads, fruit, desserts and a chocolate fountain; one guest also appreciated having plenty of choices despite walnut and hazelnut allergies.
Arabic coffee and live entertainment added to the evening on that occasion. Service is consistently described as attentive and professional. Music was quiet enough for conversation during one lunch visit, though another guest missed the live music, so the entertainment can vary.
A fish-and-salad plate was reported at about 150 AED, but this is a past customer-reported price rather than a current menu quote.
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