Dai Pai Dong

Dai Pai Dong is the Chinese restaurant at the Rosewood on Al Maryah Island, a refined Cantonese dining room that has recently elevated its cooking to a more authentic register that satisfies expats with genuine Chinese and Hong Kong dining experience. The shift away from Westernised adaptations has been noticed and welcomed by regulars who now visit several times a week. The unlimited dim sum lunch is the standout offering and one of the better-value deals in the city - fresh, hot, and varied, with steamed and fried options arriving in a steady rhythm alongside soups, noodle dishes, and rice. The crispy pork belly is reverently prepared, and the broader menu covers Cantonese classics with flavours that reward careful ordering. The dessert selection is more accomplished than expected. This is one of the few Chinese restaurants in Abu Dhabi that serves pork, which significantly expands the menu's range. Service is attentive, friendly, and consistent. The team welcomes regulars by name and guides newer visitors through the menu with confidence. The atmosphere suits both date nights and family gatherings. Booking in advance for the dim sum lunch is advisable as it fills quickly.