The Chinese New Year is just a few days away, and chances are that families have already started their preparations for the celebration. A preparation that takes place over 15 days, these celebrations are rather incomplete without some good feast. And if you’re also looking for places where you can indulge in a traditional Chinese feast to usher in the new year, you might want to dive in. After all, we have made a list of some of the best Chinese restaurants in Abu Dhabi, which you cannot miss out on during the New Year celebrations.
Best Chinese Restaurants In Abu Dhabi
1. Dai Pai Dong
A beautiful restaurant at Abu Dhabi’s Rosewood, this place is absolutely worth visiting. Here, you get to enjoy roast duck and crispy chicken or even double-boiled soups. Offering plenty of options for foodies, the restaurant also offers fiery Sichuan dishes that will set your taste buds alight with its delectable flavours.
Where: Rosewood Abu Dhabi Hotel, Zayed the First Street, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
When: 12 pm to 11 pm (Sun-Thu) & 12 pm to 12 am (Fri-Sat)
Cost for two: AED330
2. Hakkasan
With its outlet in Dubai as well, this international brand is known for chic Oriental decor and delicious offerings. Their Peking duck is an all-time favourite that also happens to be a must-have during festivities. Not only this famous dish, but the Chilean sea bass with honey, and a palatable selection of dim sums are also worth savouring. Finally, patrons can also prepare their meal with their grape selection for a mind-blowing feast.
Where: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Hotel, West Corniche Road, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Abu Dhabi
When: 6 pm to 11:30 pm (Sun-Fri) & 12 pm to 3:30 pm & 6 pm to 11:30 pm (Sat)
Cost for two: AED550
3. Shang Palace
Bringing the art of Chinese cuisine to Abu Dhabi, this restaurant made its Michelin Guide Abu Dhabi debut back in 2023. It brings the art of Chinese cuisine, complete with handicraft dishes that suit a variety of taste buds and occasions. Their signatures, including Pecking duck is expertly cooked in a custom-made duck oven and carved at a table, which adds the extra oomph to one’s celebrations. A great place to indulge in celebrations, you might want to check this place out for the Chinese New Year feast.
Where: Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi
When: 12 pm to 3 pm & 6 pm to 10:30 pm
Cost for two: AED325
4. China Restaurant
A quaint restaurant that’s located at the Novotel Hotel City Centre, this eatery offers a variety of options when it comes to food. Their Chicken Fried Rice, Gong Bao Squid, and Sweet & Sour Prawns are just some of the many options that foodies cannot miss. Offering a great deal of options even for vegetarians, you can be assured that this Chinese restaurant is a great place to visit with family. After all, the warm ambience, along with a cosy vibe, makes for a great place to relish one’s meal.
Where: Novel Hotel City Centre, Abu Dhabi
When: 12 pm to 3 pm & 6 pm to 10:30 pm
Cost for two: AED240
5. Din Tai Fung
Although this global brand started its journey from Taiwan, you can enjoy some absolutely delicious world-class Chinese dishes here. A restaurant that’s famous for its celebrated Xiao Long Bao, these dumplings are something every foodie needs to try. With a myriad of dishes available to the designers, the menu here is going to leave them spoilt for choice, ensuring foodies have a stellar feast during the celebrations.
Where: Level 1, Beside Damas, The Galleria Mall Extension, Al Maryah Island
When: 11 am to 10:30 pm (Sun-Thu) & 11 am to 11:30 pm (Fri-Sat)
Cost for two: AED160
Also Read: 10 Best Chinese Restaurants In Dubai Where You Can Ring In The Chinese New Year!
6. Kawloon Chinese Restaurant
Another Chinese restaurant in Abu Dhabi, the restaurant offers its own homemade sauces along with chef-made dressing for a delicious meal. Offering authentic flavours, the dishes are made with fresh and natural ingredients. Offering Chinese food since 1999, the good folks here bring diversified and unique Chinese flavours, which are perfect for people with varied taste buds.
Where: Al Zahiyah, Abu Dhabi
When: 12 pm to 12 am
Cost for two: AED160
7. Qian Zhou Hot Pot
If you’re looking to experience Chinese-style hotpot, then you must look no further than this restaurant. Offering a delightful dining experience, the cosy atmosphere with friendly staff makes for a memorable feast. Offering exceptional hotpot and a range of barbecue options, diners here can indulge in their wide selection of fresh meat, vegetables and seafood. In fact, these are paired perfectly with flavourful dipping sauces so that the meaty dishes get amplified, leaving diners satiated.
Where: Najda Street, Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi
When: 11:30 am to 11:30 pm
Cost for two: AED120
8. Li Jiang
Regarded as one of the top Asian restaurants in Abu Dhabi, the restaurant offer Modern twist to classic dishes. Also featured on the Michelin Guide Abu Dhabi, this restaurant, which is located at the Ritz-Carlton. It has elegant interiors, which will make you feel at ease the moment you walk in. A menu that features timeless dishes, the menu here is not just limited to Chinese food, but also includes other Asian favourites that foodies wouldn’t want to miss.
Where: Khor Al Maqta’a, Abu Dhabi
When: 5 pm to 11 pm
Cost for two: AED520
So, we have curated the list of restaurants for you, and now all you need to do is visit these places for a feast, unlike any other, this Chinese New Year.
Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/shangpalacead & Instagram/hakkasanabudhabi
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