Li Jiang
Adorned in rich textiles, this Southeast Asian restaurant at the chic The Ritz-Carlton opened 13 years ago, and offers sensational views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. It features an open kitchen where diners can watch chefs prepare modern interpretations of traditional Asian cuisine, spanning the impressive culinary output of Indochina. The menu covers the full gamut of Asian dishes, ranging from uramaki sushi rolls to duck gyoza, Thai curries, slow-cooked pho, teppanyaki and the ubiquitous black cod. You’ll find plenty of luxe products here, too, like wagyu, lobster and truffle.
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Adorned in rich textiles, this Southeast Asian restaurant at the chic The Ritz-Carlton opened 13 years ago, and offers sensational views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. It features an open kitchen where diners can watch chefs prepare modern interpretations of traditional Asian cuisine, spanning the impressive culinary output of Indochina. The menu covers the full gamut of Asian dishes, ranging from uramaki sushi rolls to duck gyoza, Thai curries, slow-cooked pho, teppanyaki and the ubiquitous black cod. You’ll find plenty of luxe products here, too, like wagyu, lobster and truffle.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Gault & Millau UAE Selected Restaurant
Gault & Millau · Gault & Millau UAE 2026 - Selected Restaurant
At a Glance
- Elegant
- Modern
- Scenic
- Romantic
- Lively
- Sophisticated
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Family
- Celebration
- Special Occasion
- Late Night
- Business Dinner
- Open Kitchen
- Terrace
- Panoramic View
- Design Destination
- Hotel Restaurant
- Craft Cocktails
- Extensive Wine List
- Waterfront
- Skyline
Modern Southeast Asian restaurant with rich red textiles, an open kitchen and a spacious outdoor terrace overlooking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, creating a warm, elegant yet lively atmosphere.















