Peking Duck
The duck is repeatedly praised, including a soft, juicy duck leg rice and moist meat with crunchy skin.
Yue Baby Hongkong Cafe
Dubai Mall
Yue Baby Hongkong Cafe brings Hong Kong-style dishes to Dubai Mall, with Peking duck and cheung fun among the clearest reasons to stop by. Reviews also highlight its dim sum and mango sago, though portion sizes and service can be inconsistent.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
117 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Cheung Fun
Shrimp chee cheong fun is described as authentic, generously filled and served in a big portion.
Mango Sago
Mango sago is a standout dessert, with several reviews calling it excellent or delicious.
Menu Guidance
One review says the team patiently explained the menu and helped choose a suitable dish.
Authentic Flavour
Some diners say the food tastes like what they have eaten in China, particularly the traditional Hong Kong-style dishes.
Speciality Desserts
The double skin milk bean curd is a rare find for at least one customer, who was delighted to see it on the menu.
What to Eat at Yue Baby Hongkong Cafe 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 Yue Baby Hongkong Cafe, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Yue Baby Hongkong Cafe, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 10
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Mango sago Net +3
“I had the shrimp rice rolls, and they were top-notch ! Exactly the way they should be. The portion was generous and filling, perfect as a main dish. The mango sago was also excellent.”
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“I had the shrimp rice rolls, and they were top-notch ! Exactly the way they should be. The portion was generous and filling, perfect as a main dish. The mango sago was also excellent.”December 2024
“The Mango Sago was delicious. I was thrilled to enjoy such a dessert in Dubai.”August 2024
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Shrimp chee cheong fun (rice noodle roll) Net +2
“Our must-order when in Dubai Mall's Chinatown. Love the shrimp chee cheong fun (rice noodle roll) here! Very authentic, big portion with lots of shrimps in it...just like those in Hong Kong! The drinks are also different, interesting and refreshing.”
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“Our must-order when in Dubai Mall's Chinatown. Love the shrimp chee cheong fun (rice noodle roll) here! Very authentic, big portion with lots of shrimps in it...just like those in Hong Kong! The drinks are also different, interesting and refreshing.”September 2024
“I have tried the shrimp rice roll and its very yummy.”March 2025
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Beef rice noodle rolls Net +2
“Most Delicious beef rice noodle roll in town i have been try in Dubai❤️🌺 thanks to Mr.beyoom”
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“Most Delicious beef rice noodle roll in town i have been try in Dubai❤️🌺 thanks to Mr.beyoom”September 2024
“We loved the sea coconut sago , beef rice noodle rolls , they also got some refreshing drinks which were really good 👍”June 2024
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Duck Net +2
“Authentic Hong Kong style cheung fun and duck. Love it.”
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“Authentic Hong Kong style cheung fun and duck. Love it.”March 2025
“Very good duck. Recommended.”September 2025
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Duck leg rice Net +2
“i ordered duck leg rice and its very fresh, the usual ducks ive tried before is chewy but in this place texture is soft and juicy, if you want to experience good quality peking duck, this is your place!”
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“i ordered duck leg rice and its very fresh, the usual ducks ive tried before is chewy but in this place texture is soft and juicy, if you want to experience good quality peking duck, this is your place!”January 2025
“Supwe yummy duck leg rice !”March 2025
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Coconut sago dish Net +1
“The coconut sago dish was good. Could have been better if it was colder or some crushed ice added.”
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“The coconut sago dish was good. Could have been better if it was colder or some crushed ice added.”January 2024
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Double skin milk bean curd Net +1
“Finally I found the double skin milk bean curd! Amazing!!”
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“Finally I found the double skin milk bean curd! Amazing!!”December 2023
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Egg custards Net +1
“We tried both the egg custards and the mango pomelo sago and both were very good. They were both prepared very quickly and the staff was very friendly. It part of a new food court with amble seating.”
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“We tried both the egg custards and the mango pomelo sago and both were very good. They were both prepared very quickly and the staff was very friendly. It part of a new food court with amble seating.”February 2024
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Mango pomelo sago Net +1
“We tried both the egg custards and the mango pomelo sago and both were very good. They were both prepared very quickly and the staff was very friendly. It part of a new food court with amble seating.”
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“We tried both the egg custards and the mango pomelo sago and both were very good. They were both prepared very quickly and the staff was very friendly. It part of a new food court with amble seating.”February 2024
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Sea coconut sago Net +1
“We loved the sea coconut sago , beef rice noodle rolls , they also got some refreshing drinks which were really good 👍”
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“We loved the sea coconut sago , beef rice noodle rolls , they also got some refreshing drinks which were really good 👍”June 2024
Honorable mentions (1)
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Rice noodle rolls Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Previously I have tried their rice noodle rolls, which are ok.”
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“Previously I have tried their rice noodle rolls, which are ok.”November 2024
Drinks 2
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Traditional style tea Net +1
“Great traditional style tea. But when it's busy, it's a bit too light on flavour & watery as when they take time to make it (usually creamier more distinct taste). I've seen just 1 staff on the station sometimes, so it doesn't help. Maintain the quality at all times, because this is a very unique product. I've taken away just 1 star for not being consistent. Otherwise hands down one of the best I've had anywhere in the UAE.”
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“Great traditional style tea. But when it's busy, it's a bit too light on flavour & watery as when they take time to make it (usually creamier more distinct taste). I've seen just 1 staff on the station sometimes, so it doesn't help. Maintain the quality at all times, because this is a very unique product. I've taken away just 1 star for not being consistent. Otherwise hands down one of the best I've had anywhere in the UAE.”October 2023
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Watermelon juice with spices Net +1
“Simple menu but delicious. Not sure why people are complaining, the watermelon juice with spices is amazing too”
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“Simple menu but delicious. Not sure why people are complaining, the watermelon juice with spices is amazing too”September 2024
What to Avoid (4)
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Bok choy Net −1
“Recently they added Peking Duck options to their menu. Portions and prices are good. Duck was moist, crunchy skin, slightly sweet. Really tasty! Only downfall was the "bok choy". It had a wasabi-like flavour.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Recently they added Peking Duck options to their menu. Portions and prices are good. Duck was moist, crunchy skin, slightly sweet. Really tasty! Only downfall was the "bok choy". It had a wasabi-like flavour.”November 2024
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Shredded duck Net −1
“Would NOT recommend ordering the shredded duck — it was clearly not shredded, just roughly cut. To be fair, they did ask if I was okay with it having bones, and I said yes. But I still expected actual shredded duck, not just pieces of it. Also, I specifically asked if it was spicy, and they said no — but they still added chili on top. Unfortunately, I can’t tolerate spicy food, so I couldn’t enjoy the dish.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Would NOT recommend ordering the shredded duck — it was clearly not shredded, just roughly cut. To be fair, they did ask if I was okay with it having bones, and I said yes. But I still expected actual shredded duck, not just pieces of it. Also, I specifically asked if it was spicy, and they said no — but they still added chili on top. Unfortunately, I can’t tolerate spicy food, so I couldn’t enjoy the dish.”July 2025
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Shrimp roll Net −1
“Had the worst shrimp roll of my life, I would give zero stars if I could. It is very plain and has no tatse apart from soy sauce.”
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“Had the worst shrimp roll of my life, I would give zero stars if I could. It is very plain and has no tatse apart from soy sauce.”June 2024
Drinks 1
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Watermelon drink Net −1
“Had a watermelon drink from them… appeared to be half juice half blended seeds. Tasted like… blended seeds. Not worth a 10 minute wait. No idea what the food is like but definitely wouldn’t recommend”
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“Had a watermelon drink from them… appeared to be half juice half blended seeds. Tasted like… blended seeds. Not worth a 10 minute wait. No idea what the food is like but definitely wouldn’t recommend”April 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm Spice. If ordering shredded duck, confirm both the cut and chili topping; one diner was told it was not spicy but still received chili.
Allow Time. Build in extra time, especially if the food court is busy, as multiple reviews mention slow service or long waits.
Check Takeaway. Check your takeaway before leaving: one customer discovered the duck was missing from an order containing duck and chicken rice pancakes.
Set Expectations. Expect modest portions in some dishes, particularly Peking duck and mango sticky rice, despite positive comments about flavour.
Try Desserts. Mango sago is a safer starting point than the unevenly reviewed rice rolls, with repeated praise for its flavour.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Chinatown Food Court Level 1
Burj Khalifa - Dubai Mall, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Small Portions
Several reviews say portions have become smaller, including the Peking duck and mango sticky rice.
Slow Service
Recent reviews mention slow service, longer waits for food and less attentive staff.
Duck Accuracy
The shredded duck was reportedly roughly cut rather than shredded, and chili was added despite a no-spice answer.
Drink Issue
A no-ice drink was reportedly served half empty, while another watermelon drink contained many blended seeds.
Inconsistent Rolls
Reviews of the shrimp rice rolls range from top-notch and generous to plain, overcooked and difficult to eat.
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The Bottom Line
Yue Baby Hongkong Cafe is a Hong Kong-focused Chinese restaurant in Dubai Mall, located in the mall’s Chinatown Asian Food Court. The strongest draw in the reviews is Peking duck: diners describe it as moist with crunchy skin, or praise the soft, juicy texture of the duck leg rice. Shrimp chee cheong fun is another popular order, with one customer calling it authentic, generously portioned and packed with prawns.
There is plenty beyond the duck. Mango sago is repeatedly enjoyed, while dim sum, egg custards, sea coconut sago and the hard-to-find double skin milk bean curd all receive positive mentions. The atmosphere is described as colourful, and some customers say the food tastes like it does in China.
Prices were called convenient or good value in older reviews, but no specific amounts are provided. The main caution is inconsistency. Recent diners report slower service, smaller portions and less attentive staff.
The shredded duck may arrive roughly cut, and a customer who asked for a non-spicy dish still received chili. Takeaway orders deserve a quick check too: one reviewer found the duck missing. If you are visiting at a busy time, allow extra time and confirm portion and spice details before ordering.