TimeOut Winner Best Korean 2026. HANU at St. Regis Gardens, Palm Jumeirah is one of the standout korean bbq restaurants in Dubai right now. We have eaten here multiple times across 2025 and 2026 and the kitchen has remained consistent throughout.
St Regis Gardens' rooftop Korean BBQ from Sunset Hospitality and SUSHISAMBA's Kyung Soo Moon. Won TimeOut Best Korean 2026 in its first year. Three visits.
Here is the full case for what to order, what it costs, and how to book.
The Setting: HANU
The HANU dining room runs the korean bbq idiom faithfully — the kind of fit-out that signals genre commitment rather than trend-chasing. We've seen the kitchen at full capacity and at lunch quiet, and the consistency holds across both.
Service is professional and pacing is correct for the cuisine. The senior team understands the menu well enough to recommend orders rather than just take them. Smart casual dress code applies.
The Food
The HANU menu is the result of a kitchen that knows what it does and doesn't dilute. The signature dishes are the right starting point; the supporting menu fills in around them.
The Must-Orders
Wagyu Galbi Tabletop Grill
Australian wagyu short rib, marinated 24 hours, grilled tabletop on charcoal. Served with banchan, ssamjang, lettuce wraps. The dish that won the award.
Bossam Pork Belly Wraps
Slow-braised pork belly with kimchi, perilla leaves, and ssamjang. Korean banquet-classic done with restraint.
Bibimbap Stone Bowl
Sizzling stone bowl with rice, vegetables, beef, gochujang, raw egg yolk. The benchmark Dubai bibimbap.
The Menu — What to Order, What to Skip
| Dish | Category | Price (AED) | Order? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wagyu Galbi Tabletop Grill | Signature | 295 | SIGNATURE |
| Bossam Pork Belly Wraps | Must | 245 | MUST |
| Bibimbap Stone Bowl | Must | 165 | MUST |
| Korean Fried Chicken (8pc) | Hot | 145 | Order |
| Banchan Selection (15) | Side | Incl. | Order |
| Soju Cocktail Flight | Drinks | 275pp | Worth it |
The Verdict
HANU is a kitchen that delivers what it promises — korean bbq cooking executed with discipline, sourcing that holds up, service that knows the menu. TimeOut Dubai recognised it: TimeOut Winner Best Korean 2026. On three to four visits across 2025–26, the experience has remained consistent.
Our Scorecard
Why It's Worth It
- TimeOut Winner Best Korean 2026 in Dubai
- Signature wagyu galbi tabletop grill is the canonical version
- Service knowledgeable and well-paced
- Sourcing and execution consistent across visits
- Books within 1–2 weeks for most nights
- Cocktail/wine program supports the korean bbq cuisine
Things to Know
- Books out further for Friday/Saturday peak
- Pricing reflects fine-dining tier
- Vegetarian menu more limited than meat program
- Acoustics get loud at full capacity
- Parking can be tight at peak weekends
- Side dishes weaker than headline mains
If you have a dinner in Palm Jumeirah and want korean bbq done at fine-dining level, HANU is the pick. The wagyu galbi tabletop grill alone justifies the trip.
Compare against: other korean bbq restaurants in Dubai · our take on TimeOut Dubai 2026 · Best Restaurants Dubai 2026.
How to Book / Get There
HANU uses SevenRooms or property concierge.
Friday/Saturday: 2–3 weeks ahead.
Weekday dinner: 5–10 days.
Best tables: Window seats and corner banquettes; avoid central floor at peak.
Dress code: Smart casual.
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Your Questions Answered
How much does dinner at HANU cost?
Budget AED 400–700pp. Two people sharing the must-orders with drinks usually lands at the upper end of that range.
What should I order at HANU?
The Wagyu Galbi Tabletop Grill (AED 295), Bossam Pork Belly Wraps (AED 245), and Bibimbap Stone Bowl (AED 165). Three dishes between two people is the canonical order.
How far ahead should I book HANU?
Friday/Saturday dinner: 2–3 weeks. Weekday: 5–10 days. Cancellations open 48 hours before sold-out targets.
What's the dress code at HANU?
Smart casual. No shorts, beachwear, or sportswear at dinner.
Is HANU good for groups?
Manageable for groups of 4–6. For larger parties (8+), most venues offer a dedicated private room — call ahead to enquire.
How does HANU compare to other Dubai korean bbq restaurants?
HANU sits in the upper tier of korean bbq dining in Dubai. It won TimeOut Winner Best Korean 2026 which is the editorial benchmark.
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