Chinese Treasure
Ascending the well-worn red-carpeted stairs illuminated by Chinese lanterns, you’re likely to feel like you’re on the set of Big Trouble in Little China 3 Reviews
Ascending the well-worn red-carpeted stairs illuminated by Chinese lanterns, you’re likely to feel like you’re on the set of Big Trouble in Little China. Unlike the film set though, Chinatown’s authenticity is still artfully in tact. While the food here is probably too calorific for a movie star’s taste, it is certainly worthy of an ‘A-lister’s’ palate. Guests are seated at crimson tables enclosed by red walls and surrounded by mini waterfalls; the atmosphere is positively regal. The menu is traditional and intriguing. The limited wine list is compensated for by an impressive array of cocktails and mocktails, although those wishing for something more cleansing can opt for refreshing Chinese tea.
The superstar starter is the seafood soup, while for the main course you can’t go wrong with the hot braised chicken in hula sauce – perfectly tender and generously portioned – or the sizzling beef in sa-tsa sauce accompanied by a bowl of crunchy garlic rice. Be sure to end your meal with their candied honey noodles served with smooth vanilla ice cream. Authentic, extremely wellpriced regional food in a captivating setting; at lunch time you can get a three-course meal here with a bottle of water for the astonishing price of Dhs28.50.
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