A massive Chinatown is now open in The Dubai Mall

Want to experience authentic Chinese culture, traditions, and delicacies in Dubai? Well, Chinatown in Dubai Mall was officially inaugurated on Saturday, offering many attractions and experiences.

Chinatown is officially open at the Dubai Mall. Located on the first floor opposite the Dubai Ice Rink with direct access to Address Fountain Views, the new destination promises to offer an authentic Asian experience.

Chinatown is officially open at the Dubai Mall. Located on the first floor opposite the Dubai Ice Rink with direct access to Address Fountain Views, the new destination promises to offer an authentic Asian experience.

Dubai's Chinatown has East Asian-inspired art plastered on walls, as well as lounges with wooden furniture and round-themed rugs. Every corner is Instagram-worthy, but the area with neon street signs is definitely a highlight. It is inspired by the bustling streets of Asian cities at night, such as Kowloon in Hong Kong, crowded with protruding, brightly lit billboards and signage from various restaurants and bars.

The new Chinatown is home to several Chinese brands, with some venturing into the UAE for the first time.

Only a few steps from the entrance is technology retailer Xiaomi, and across it Haidilao restaurant, one of the biggest hot pot chains in China, with more than 1,300 branches in the mainland and about 180 overseas. While a lot of the shops are still closed, both these brands are accepting customers.

Another store that is open for business is ftNFT Art, where users can browse through a portfolio of digital collectables and easily buy one through the shop's NFT terminals. A few artworks are prominently displayed at the store, making it another good photo opportunity.

Taking up another huge space is Yinyang Platinum Spa, also already open, which offers various types of massage services based on the holistic well-being approach of traditional Chinese medicine.

There is also a Starbucks on-site, aptly featuring Asian-inspired decor. Beams of wood stick out from the ceiling, and the walls are painted in a calm sage green.

But it's the food court that truly stands out. The restaurants have a diverse menu of Chinese dishes prepared by trained chefs. It’s a heaven for foodies that offer delectable dumplings to sumptuous duck roast. And for those with a sweet tooth, Chinese pastries and desserts await.

The event also marked the inauguration of China Week, an immersive cultural celebration in collaboration with the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai.