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"A lovely dining experience overall. I booked through RuYi official website and received an instant confirmation. I requested a good seating area for..."
Mahendra Singh
"Love this restaurant. The kitchen and wait staff were so professional and nice. Service was attentive and a nice atmosphere. I've been here many..."
Patrick Williams
"We were here on a short holiday and stumbled across RuYi restaurant and were blown away by the wonderful friendly service. Sharing the family..."
Jaclyn Bailey
"What I love most about RuYi is being able to place your trust in the staff so you can concentrate on having a great time with friends. They actually..."
Sarah Brannan
"Had a date night here with hubby and couldn't have been more satisfied with the food, drinks, service and overall environment of the restaurant. It..."
Shirley Green
"Absolutely beautiful food/staff/experience. 100%..."
Brittney Thompson
"A great dinner here, good atmosphere, prompt and gutsy service finished up with great food and wine. The service here was the stand-out. Food was..."
Jonas Olsen
"I was a solo traveller looking for a good quality meal. RuYi was recommended by a friend. It is a very elegant and comfortable restaurant. the staff..."
John Smith
"Seriously the best dining experience I have had for a long time. Thanks..."
Nicole Tujague
"Amazing food and service! Will be recommending to all of my friends back in Perth to go visit if they go to Melbourne! Delicious..."
Charlotte Donatelli
"A very special place and amazing food for us on Thursday. I will be back..."
Tracy Youd
"Table for four was cozy but the excellent table service kept our table cleared. Staff were friendly and attentive. Good selection of Cocktails and..."
John Moon
"First time at Ruyi was very very good for me and my girlfriend! Starting with the good location. Its at the top end of CBD, close to our Collin..."
Harry Peterson
"I'm not that kind of person who likes to try different places all the time because a bad experience tends to spoil my night, for that reason usually..."
Anne Louise
"As being my favourite Restaurant, I try to go to Ruyi at least once a month. I've been to China twice and I have never tryed a Shao Long Bao so tasty..."
Lauren Hall
"Ruyi is nearby of my work place and I go very often for dinner with my partner after work, as we like the elegant set up, dim light and, of course,..."
Peter Noris
"My family and I had dinner at Ruyi on Saturday/Chinese New Year. It was our first time at the restaurant and we all loved it! We ordered a special..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"I like the environment and the special style that combined Chinese and western together. The Wunton is realllllly nice haha hahahaha. Also good for..."
Celia
"Fantastic, impeccable food with a modern twist on traditional Chinese food. Service was great and staff were very friendly. Restaurant itself has..."
Kathy Ji
"The restaurant was a tad quiet but don't be fool, the ambience is relaxing, the decor very nice and the food delicious. Only ordered a handful of the..."
Rubin
"Some friends and I went to Ruyi for dinner and I have to say it hit a 5/5 in all aspects.The ambiance was fantastic. Dim lights and modern..."
Albert Utset
"I ate here on Tuesday this week. Have been a long time fan of Ruyi and this visit did not disappoint. The best modern chinese in the city - fresh and..."
Bec Sarah
"We had fabulous service and excellent food and the decor was hip asian modern.Located in Liverpool st opposite a few very busy funky..."
Srslyfoods
"Service was very good, food was great! The dessert was underwhelming. We ordered the apple crumble - needs more ice cream or less crumble. The..."
April
"Found this gem down a wee laneway in Melbourne when searching for a good Asian restaurant with our 5 year old. The waiting staff were SO attentive..."
Harrysingh Rawat
"My daughter and I noticed this lovely restaurant while waiting to be seated at a popular restaurant in the same area. Though it was in darkness,..."
Caroline St Ruth
"The food here is superb. Each dish was absolutely delicious and unlike anything we had eaten before. The service was warm, although there was a..."
Flakeymanners
"Ruyi has a pleasant semi-Scandi decor and a wide variety of fresh and exciting modern Chinese menu options. When presented with the menus we were..."
Oj_always_eating
"It is a beautiful interior and very friendly service, however just lacked a bit of execution from both the kitchen and front of house.Wines were..."
Starr
"Really loved this place. The staff are very friendly and attentive. They were able to talk us through the menu and make recommendations. I have been..."
MELB JOURNAL
"Food was delicious with a myriad of flavours. The peking duck baos and numbing beef were my fav. Service was prompt and friendly, although cocktails..."
Skliu16
"Really good modern Chinese (best value of the current crop of modern Asian restaurants). I had a selection of five dishes which ranged from awesome..."
Hungry Tum
"Love Ruyi, come back here quite often!The bao bao and Peking duck rolls are amazing as well as the homemade wontons 😍 eggplant chips are also..."
Sim Sim
"We had dinner at RuYi last night with group of friends, all of us were impressed by the tasty food, gracious service and warm atmosphere. The..."
Jimlinemik
"Takes bookings! Service was ok but not great. Took a long time to the waitress to take orders. The food was yummy and of a food heat. The wine is..."
Mistermister
"I've now been to RuYi few times and on different occasions. The food and services has been sensational. The most recent occasion was a large group..."
Kevin
"Modern Chinese simply means Chinese Fine Dining in my opinion. The flavours are almost too familiar yet the dishes are visually foreign especially..."
Justin Wong
"Modern Chinese cuisine presented in a modern, almost Scandinavian look, fit out. Highlights from the dishes we chose were the ‘Fried Tofu with..."
Foodinfocusz
"Flaming King Prawn and Black Angus Fire Cracker.These dishes came recomended and didnt disappoint. Prawns were coked perfectly and presented on..."
Westbiwan
"Great spot for Valentine's Day 😊 we got the 5 meal banquet. It was so good and very filling. The chef picked what we got, but it was all really..."
Kiffdcosta
"My favorite restaurant in Melbourne and beyond. The whole experience from start to finish was spectacular! Service, presentation, flavor of each..."
Rai_niefoodieme
"I went with a group of 5 for the set menu for Chinese New Year and the food was great. It was 6 courses and the numbing beef, ruyi chicken wings and..."
Andrew
"It is a great time to enjoy Chinese food with my friends. I'm really fond of the environment of this restaurant, including design, light, service and..."
Ly122055073
"There are a lot of chinese traditional food. Among them bao bao is the most suprising food,which is a kind of chinese sandwich with peijing duck..."
Abnerzhaozhe
"the atmosphere is very attractive and the waiter is handsome haha. I really love the food some sweet some hot some sour. I love the candle on the..."
F1y2y3fy
"Fantastic! The location is kind of difficult to find but the Chinese food is soooo delicious, even the most tasteful I have ever tried in..."
Andy Xu
"A restaurant blend Chinese cuisine with modern cook skills. The materials are really fresh and tasty. Besides, winters in this place is pretty..."
Chengcheng Feng
"A unique modern Chinese restaurant, foods there are even better than traditional ones. Love 'Bao Bao' best! Great atmosphere and service. Staffs are..."
Meng Chen
"I went there for dinner with my friends, the environment was comfy and relax, felt like at home, the food were totally excellent, the service was..."
Blair Lee
"Was were a little sceptical to check out this place but let me just say... I'm so glad we did. The food was amazing. The were three hungry boys..."
Finger Lickin
"The food here is surprising. We have homemade tofu. I really like the texture. So creamy. And then the flame prawn is also my favorite, delicious and..."
Congl2
"This place is very good compare to many of the fusion/modern Chinese food restaurant. Surprisingly, unlike other fusion restaurants, the food here..."
Shirley
"Absolutely delicious! We ordered a take away dinner, staff were very warm and friendly. All our dishes were amazing, so many fresh flavours! The..."
Tara
"My girlfriend and I went to there a few days ago.We had a wonderful dining experience.My favourite dishes were chicken wings and toufu.Especially the..."
Victor1991
"I went to this restrauant with my boyfriend last night.I have to say this dining experience was fantastic.My favourite dishes were dufu, eggplants..."
Flora
"Went to Ruyi for my birthday dinner, food were delicious and will be back again someday. Ordered numbing beef, flaming king prawn, fried chicken..."
LoveToEat
"Few of my friends recommended this place to me. Finally i came with my girl friend for dinner last friday. The place was packed, the music was..."
Kwing Fai Wan
"Best chinese i have ever had. i have been warned before i came to australia, there is no really good chinese restaurant in Melbourne, most of them..."
金金
"I really enjoyed my experience here. The waiter was knowledgeable on the menu and extensive wine list and was able to make some great suggestions. ..."
Ilana Bueno De Mesquita
"Thanks to my friend, he highly recommended me to try Ruyi. I was amazed by the interior design and the most delicious Chinese food I have ever..."
Kim Ng
"Today I had a wonderful dinner with my friend in this restaurant . We loved the food so much ... We were ordered the tofu : fried tofu with Szechuan..."
Jessica Wang
"I enjoyed everything about this restaurant. The fit out is beautiful. The food was delicious. Everything we ordered was full of flavour and..."
Clare
"Came here in recommendation Must say the place is quite cool and staff are very friendly Good very tasty and enjoyable..."
Hollywoodmick
"Minimalistic, modern fitout opposite Rice Paper Scissors in the CBD. Modern take on Chinese, in essence distilling the large share dishes into diner..."
Potaoto
"Loved the food and service. The food was well prepared and full of flavour. Service was excellent. Everything we had (8 course set menu) was..."
DocJonFoodie
"Lacking the patience one evening to wait for a table at Rice Paper Scissors thought we'd try the near empty (weeknight) RuYi across the lane and was..."
BlueJay
"Ruyi is a modern Chinese restaurant located at Liverpool Laneway in Melbourne’s Chinatown. The name Ruyi is derived from a spiritual object that..."
Jolee Pink
"I went here with friends, we ordered 6 home plates, 2 sides and dessert. RuYi chicken wings + Szechuan eggplant fries + Numbing beef the black angus..."
Thekarinart
"I'm always a little sceptical of upmarket Chinese places because I've often found them to be more style than substance, but I was impressed by RuYi...."
Ophelia
"Found this place by accident when we walk around city. We gave it a try and never been wrong! We order 6 home dishes. And all of them were very good!..."
Angel Putritama
"Really liked it. The decor is chic and modern. The staff are lovely. We thought the food was outstanding. Wine list was fine too. Did a brisk..."
Two Sheds
"The food at RuYi appears simple, but the flavours have remarkable depth - Fried tofu with a Szechuan mayo and the szechwan eggplant fries are two..."
Rhys Young
"Had a fantastic experience- very attentive staff that catered for our group which included several different dietary requirements. Lots of variety in..."
Weloveourlamb
"Recently hit up RuYi with friends and it was so divine. The service was incredible and THAT FOOD..wow. It made an eggplant fan out of me which is..."
Chloe Walker
"I recently had the pleasure of dining with friends at Ruyi! The food and service was fantastic and the great wine selections really complimented the..."
Rebecca Delaurence
"Thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Ruyi 2 weeks back. We had a large group, and everyone was well catered for. Quite a few vegetarians and celiacs..."
Cody
"Really enjoyed our experience here. Food was delicious, my first experience with 'modern' Chinese and i wasn't disappointed. We went for the banquet..."
TJ
"Tonight my friends and I had dinner at Ruyi, a new contemporary Chinese restaurant on Liverpool St in the CBD. The venue is chic and minimalist in..."
D.P
"I don't like asian food and I had to go with my work colleagues so I can't judge the food; but service was fantast, and the average food rating by my..."
Wolf Of Collins St.
"Liked the eggplant fries and the ribs. Only got to try the Ruyi and Ginger cocktails but both were nice although I am a gin fan. Would return here to..."
Victor Chau
"Great food, great decor and most importantly for me, an excellent range of gluten free, which can be hard to come by for Chinese cuisine! Eggplant..."
Genevieve Clare Dickson
"Absolutely enjoyed their generous serving and high quality Asian cooking.. Had their lunch special and was just delighted that I came. Impeccable..."
J88
"Was there on Oakes Day so I am not sure if it was quiet as a result but the $29 lunch special is excellent value and should have attracted more..."
Elitebiz
"perfect venue for an enjoyable dinner adventure, suitable for couple/friends who'd like to have a sound conversation without disrupt by noises all..."
Vivien Shen
"Had dinner with another friend tonight and both of us enjoyed our experience. In my opinion, RuYi is a definitely a stand-out among all Chinese..."
MR K
"Had a corporate dinner here for clients. The food was fantastic, the wine well matched and the service was friendly. The atmosphere was perfect...."
John Crowhurst
"One of best Chinese Restaurant in Town! We had ( Meat Bao Bao) which was amazing ! And Flaming king prawn which was very special! We just love all..."
Vanessa
"RuYi is a seriously awesome restaurant. We've visited 5+ times and everytime impresses us and the friends we take with us. Sheng and Qian Qian are..."
Milly
"Had lunch here today after seeing on Dimmi's it has a $29 pp express set lunch until next Monday. Normally it's $35 but the one we had today also..."
Kimmy_desu
"The service of the venue was stellar, the waiter serving us was very friendly and described us each dish in great detail making the experience so..."
Rares
"A great night in RUYI.I booked RUYI last Monday for us, surprisely they were quite busy on Monday evening, but the whole atmosphere still calm..."
Chien-Nan Chen
"Love the service, love the food, love the space. Everything spot on, considering it was such a busy night, food and service still can maintain in..."
Cedric
"Had dinner with my friends. We like the food and staffs here. Particularly the woton! The staffs are nice and helpful. We will definitely visit..."
AnQi Chen
"What a fantastic spot in the CBD! Consistently great food. Love the dumplings! Great service everytime we've visited! Looking forward to going back..."
Chris
"Amazing food, friendly staff and a fantastic atmosphere. We tried a little bit of everything, but the highlight was the prawns and eggplant. Would..."
Annie Nelson
"Great food! Incredible service. Nice quite atmosphere, making it ideal to catch up friends. I would definitely come back to this restaurant!..."
Bel Mckenzie
"Food was absolutely delicious. The wings sang Choy bow were a definite highlight! I would definitely come again! Fairly prices and an easy location..."
Jules Mitchell
"Great restaurant which discovered by randomly walking around lonsdale street. Staff are really nice and the service is excellent! Food is also really..."
Aileen Zhen
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Bauhinialikesgrapes
"Nice small place to have a quiet meal with friends. Friendly staff and the meals are a delicious delicacy. The mix of flavors give your taste buds a..."
Churry Kuang
"It is a very interesting Chinese restaurants with nice western brunch type decoration. The food was great although not very Chinese in general. And..."
Leslie Xian
"Delicious modern chinese cuisine, with traditional sauces with a unique tint complimenting chicken, tofu and seafood dishes. Great service and..."
Brian
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Jie Sang
"The overall experience was amazing with great service and charming decoration. I love the tables made by wood. Staffs were friendly. Environment was..."
Vicky Wu
"This is the second time I've come to Ruyi and it is still as authentic and classic as usual. One of the greatest things I love here were their..."
Facebook User
"Very very good services and very very nice food at Ruyi!! I really like the way they cook spicy chicken wings and the tofu. They are just being so..."
Shifan Deng
"good service and unbelievable food and wine. Really enjoy the wagyu steak. very nice staff and warm environment. so happy to have dinner with friend..."
JW
"They offer very good service and fantastic food and wine quality. like everything especially the wagyu steak, best of ever. will definitely be back...."
Orchid Yuen
"Interesting Chinese restaurants nicely decorated with cozy warm colours. Dishes are traditional Chinese fusion with modern again cuisines...."
JeCci
"I appreciated the opulent, traditional red jade tones of the decor and the hand selected gorgeous stoneware specifically chosen to compliment the..."
Jolee Pink
"A little restaurant, tucked away in the top end of the city. Right next to the Parliament House, and a few streets away from the famous Pellegrini's...."
Where'sTheFood
"A fantastic place to dine in. Had a really great expereince. They have an excellent service and awesome food. I love the mixed vegetables where the..."
Hartini Wong
"Such a great experience tonight at Ruyi! Amazing food especially the dumplings YUM! Such great service and atmosphere and will be visiting again..."
Beau Joshua Garlick
"This place is definitely a place to come visit no matter which side of the city your on, it's worth the travel. Very difficult to choose a favourite..."
Gabby
"Such a beautiful evening at Ruyi. Aside from the impeccable service and friendly nature of the staff, the food is absolutely one of a kind. Although..."
Cheyenne Harper
"It was really good experience, the staff really nice and I do think the bat tender really hot, lol.The food was really good, due to I am..."
Shan Huang
" nice Chinese restaurant! the food is qualified and the price is really valuable..Love the atmosphere of the restaurant..The staff is lovely and..."
Xlvlvlv6
"Very nice food.Really like the dumpling and the sauce here are very special compare to other restaurants. The atmosphere here are also good, really..."
Kevin
"love the food and atmosphere here!i ordered duck bao bao、dumplings、chilli beans、eggplant and chicken wings~very tasty and will definitely..."
JoJo Li
"This is a really great restaurant. I went with my friend and we had dumplings, tofo and chicken wings which all have great tastes. The service is..."
Jyunko
"IT is very nice place. The food here is fantastic. It's a good place for you to relax and enjoy everything. Highly recommended. The food is very..."
Xin MA
"When I went into Ruyi, the first impression is a sense of belonging that brings me back to my hometown, which is located in China. The restaurant..."
劉雨哲
"If u want to try the most Chinese style food in the most modern way, ruyi is a great choice that u can enjoy in Melbourne CBD. The materials are..."
Sunniechangjo
"A fantastic modern take on Chinese dishes.. I went with a friend who like me is vegetarian and were recommended some very good dishes including the..."
Tristan.2009
"Had a big family birthday there and the staff were incredible at setting the whole thing up. The five course banquet was AMAZING. The duck buns in..."
Alex Morris
"Fabulous experienceIt was recommended to us as a great place for Chinese food, but it is so much more, it is an experience. Food is delicious..."
Stephen Lee
"The food at Ruyi appears simple, but the flavors have remarkable depth. Ruyi is known best for its range of Chinese western style dishes, and..."
Leo Wong
"The idea of mixing the Chinese traditional food with other countries' type of food lead to a new outstanding taste I have never have before. Other..."
Kane Chen
"Find this restaurant through tripadvisor and have a really good time here. We have tried tofu prawn and chicken wing. Strongly recommend..."
Kaiwen Jia
"strongly recommend Tofu and cocktail here! Nice atmosphere and service. Have a really good time. will drag more friends to be here. ..."
Jackie Yu
"The food is brilliant, it is very innovating for the chief to combine traditional Chinese food with other country, the chicken wings are the mix of..."
A58801705
"Ruyi is one of the greatest modern restaurant ever , it could have become the best by increasing service experience. The environment is wonderful..."
Key
"My friend recommended me RUIYI and I really had trouble finding it at first as it is located on a small land and had the smallest name board I ever..."
Yulan
"An amazing place with wonderful interior design. What suprise me first was the friendly staff in this place. Different from other general Chinese..."
Jessie
"小小巧巧的一家餐厅, 非常喜欢他们的装修风格再配上温馨的灯光,很适合朋友两三人来吃,..."
Kevin Huang
"Tonight at Ruyi gave me a lot of surprises. Firstly, the interior design for this restaurant is marvelous. As a designer, I quite appreciate the..."
Greta Zhao
"RuYi is a great restaurant with modern decor that complements the unique and modern twist it takes on Chinese food. The Peking duck cones..."
Jenna Leong
"Warm and nice environment and delicious food . Staffs are..."
Scarlet Lin
"Great food and services, I really enjoyed both the looking and taste of the food. It also a very good place to talk to friends and workmates, try to..."
Kane Chang
"The food is very delicious, especially the tofu and the shrimp. The tofu tastes crispy and is very soft inside, and is different from the tofu that..."
Jialu Peng
"It's a great restaurant! The service is wonderful and the environment is good as well. Love the Tingling Prawn, there is a rich flavour, lovely..."
Alison Zhu
"Love the tiger prawn and tofu, quite and cozy place, the service is nice and will sure come..."
Yeats Lee
"The dishes were so great:)..."
Ayame Matsumura
"Great Dinner. We have got such a pleasure night here. Great environment, very comfortable decoration and table sets are just fantastic with their..."
Alfredlimx
"Great environment and a different take to Chinese cuisine. The decor at the restaurant was relaxing and neat. Perfect for a date night or girls night..."
Anniewg0210
"Perfect atmosphere. Homey restaurant hidden in a typical laneway in Melbourne. Great food in an awesome environment! Perfect for date nights and..."
Sophiay
"Taste not bad, enviorment is..."
Ernest He
"Nice environment~special tableware~food materials are..."
Scarlett
"Great vibe and fit out. Excellent service and very nice dishes. Will come..."
Yiran Tang
"Nice place!!. Really loved the roasted duck and their xiaolongbao!! Totally worth it, with good service and ambience (: had a great dinner with my..."
Ktt1658
"Nice setting and good service. The food is decent, I like the prawn dish. The atmosphere is..."
Ijuuin.akira
"Cosy restaurant with good ambience, food was tasty and service was good as well. Especially liked the Peking duck and tingling..."
Mixed95
"Loved the ingredients and taste!. This is our second time back at RuYi... We love the high quality ingredients that they use here, which is very..."
Tan.candice
"Great food, service and atmosphere. Best Chinese we've ever had . Stunning Dishes without msg so I'm still felling the love.Try the sot shell..."
Sylvesters1
"A place truly worth. It Is restaurant with true modern twist of old Chinese food. Eating there gave me and my friend a whole new view of Chinese..."
Lucy Wu
"Immaculately design down to the smallest detail its a lovely, calm space. The perfect setting for Chinese food that defies the cliche. Everything is..."
Theodore Timbuctoo
"Wonderful night out!. Had another amazing dinner at Ruyi. The food is fresh and flavoursome and the service is wonderful. It's affordable and the..."
Loucardwell24
"Excellent Food, Excellent Service and Excellent Atmosphere. From the moment you enter it is cosy, welcoming and stylish. Service was great and staff..."
Daniel.2.tg
"Peking Duck Bao Bao. A steamed bun folded around slices of Peking duck, some herbs and a creamy sauce. One of my favourite restaurant dishes..."
Erin
"Nice decor, friendly service and great food. Dumplings hand made are..."
Indigestion Kid
"Excellent dinner, had a last minute booking on a Monday night and couldn't have felt more accommodated. Shaun was a delight, not to mention his team...."
Gem Gange
"Great food and service!. The food was delicious and service was very attentive and accommodating! The prices are very reasonable. The gluten free..."
Georgia
"My friends and I were recommended ruyi by our hotel. As a person diagnosed with coeliac disease I am glad we went there (we don't normally have many..."
Kimmy Jo
"Out of the ordinary. Great tasting food, amazing fusion of flavours and excellent customer service! All the staff are very attentive and made the..."
Kristine Perdio
"Very good food from start to finish. There is a good flow with entree to main and just a good amount of dessert to finish. Must try modern chinese..."
MingJ
"A little gem. Had a great time tonight at Ruyi in a very modern and stylish setting. We really enjoyed all the dishes though the peking duck cones..."
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"The service was excellent. The food was even better...And can't miss out on flaming..."
Nicky
"Best Chinese restaurant there is in Melbourne!. I don't like to leave review for any businesses but the experience I had at Ruyi last night makes me..."
Luojie_gx
"The best!. A menu full of delicious food. Perfect attention to detail! Don't skip dessert - the banana fritter with black sesame ice cream is..."
Eldoan
"The most beautiful chinese restaurant in town!. The food is so unique, service is one of the best in Melbourne, warm and the pay attention to the..."
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"Wonderful modern chinese. Clean and delicious.. Fantastic food, including the vegetarian fare! I especially liked the sesame seed ice-cream, the..."
Come_in_burned
"Service was outstanding and the food was an absolutely delicious modern take on some Chinese..."
Hilary McLeod
"Delightful! From the fit out to the service to the food RuYi was great! Would recommend to anyone for a filling and delicious evening..."
HelloAFo
"Yummy food and awesome service. I highly recommend the place, the food was yummy and they also do have an amazing wine and cocktail menue! i love the..."
Ireneki
"Tasty food, friendly service!! Definitely worth a..."
Jenny
"Amazing food, perfect service. Nice and friendly atmosphere for a perfect dinner out with..."
Stoffpapagei
"Wow I'm not sure what trumps here, the delightful wait staff, the gorgeous restaurant design or the absolutely scrumptious food! Ruyi is unique in..."
Johnny Blue
"Amazing food and spectacular service.. Didn't know what to order so the waitress suggested the best share plates to get and they were amazing! New..."
Erin B
"Beautiful experience, wonderful food and friendly staff. Ruyi Dumpling and Wine Bar was the perfect place to spend with my friends to celebrate a..."
Sophie Letta
"Beautiful food, modern decore & amazing staff. Enjoyed a lovely night with friends in ruyi's chilled environment. All the food is amazing- in..."
Anna
"Great cocktails and service to match. Loved the dumplings and the Peking duck was awesome in both its flavour and presentation. Love..."
Ross
"We came for the food(which was great) but they also have amazing cocktails! Men don't normally like tofu, but this place has the most amazing tofu..."
Ross Horsey
"Seriously incredible service, nothing was too much to ask! The food was fantastic, delicate dumplings, oh and the light chilli green beans are to die..."
Amelia Kingston
"Had a fantastic meal, service was brilliant and the wine list was great as well. The Two Flavour Snapper was wonderfully presented and tasted..."
Tom Richman
"Delishes light, fresh and honest flavoured modern Chinese food! A beautiful small space decorated with delightful earthy ceramic table ware and..."
Grace Stewart
"Such a great little atmosphere! Had an awesome time, the food was amazing and the staff were very accommodating to our very particular..."
Ryan
"Fantastic food. Order the soft shell..."
Camillelescai
"Best dumplings in Australia.. Ruyi has become one of my favorite restaurants in Melbourne, its stunning interior and its quality of food makes me..."
Stephanie Korolija
"Yummy. Went here for dinner last night.chilli wonton and flaming prawn are must try. the food is amazing. good service,delicious food...."
Yumi Lee
"Amazing food, incredible service. Definitely will..."
Meika83
"This is the second time we came to ruyi after we spent our valentines there. The staff are so friendly and they go out of their way to make your..."
Josh
"Amazing food, great service the duck pancakes were to die for and the signature cocktail Ruyi is very..."
Guy Jukes
"Worth the visit!. Went for dinner last night. Had the eggplant strips, duck & tofu soup, flame grill prawn, and the chili oil dumpling. My favorites..."
Wholenezz
"I had high expectations of Ruyi given my partner had eaten there before, and he loved it. Usually with high expectations you end up disappointed. Not..."
Jay
"Finally, made my way here after reading on broadsheet many months ago, and still remember it, particularly the high design fit out, clean, sleek,..."
Dcee
"The food was really good. The wagyu beef was cooked to perfection and the truffle paste flavoursome. The banana fritter with black seasame ice cream..."
Nick Clarke
"WINTER SOUPS WORTH A VISIT!!. Went to check out the new autumn/winter menu. Was excited to see soup now on the menu. We ordered one of each of the..."
EbonyB
"The service is most excellent! I love the food especially flaming prawns. I would definitely recommend this..."
Charlie The Eater
"Some of the best steamed dumplings I've ever tasted!. These were some of the best steamed vego dumplings ive ever had!! The whole place is totally..."
Emma_scott87
"Affordable Highly Quality Dining!. Was pleasantly surprised at the affordability with most expensive meal being around $28. The quality for the price..."
Brooke Clarke
"Fine wining and dining. Was.... Fine wining and dining.Was taken here by some work colleagues for lunch. The place has a modern, light air feel...."
Tyler
"It's the little things. I d.... It's the little things.I dined here for the first time recently. As a left gander I have grown accustomed to..."
Jayde Dunkley
"Outstanding Staff and service. We were greeted at the door by staff and quickly shown to our table. Our waiter was very polite and friendly and gave..."
Andrew.scitech
"New winter menu -yum! Fr.... New winter menu -yum! Frequent diner at Ruyi. Recently released a new winter menu and this time they have..."
SarahBella
"AMAZING Looks amazing, serv.... AMAZINGLooks amazing, service is amazing, food is amazing. Sticky rice pudding is..."
Ashlee
"Best Chinese I Have Had In Melbourne!. Great food - fresh and delicate and beautifully presented. Staff are kind, attentive and know their menu..."
Jade Maree Anderson
"Went here with friends. Ordered a heap of smalls to share. The eggplant strips were amazing. I would also highly recommend the fried tofu! The food..."
Je8clarke
"My favourite Melbourne restaurant. Every time I eat at Ruyi it is the same. Great food, great service and great decor. My favourites remain the wagyu..."
Marianne
"Good restaurant. Come to Ruyi with my family. The foid is so different from all the other chinese restaurants light.clean.fresh...my mom said this is..."
Helena
"Lovely food. Asian cuisine that tastes natural. I generally suffer from a sensitive stomach but this was very nice. A different take on modern Asian..."
Haily
"Our experience at Ruyi was truly special. We came here for a celebratory birthday dinner and the staff were exceptional. Food was of an incredibly..."
Vanessa Fletcher
"As you wish ..... It’s the fourth time I’ve been here since Ruyi opened, which I think speaks for itself. As a group of three we shared 3 lots of..."
Tara Clancy
"A really unique Chinese restaurant, very different to the normal greasy food and red dragon décor. Clean and fresh food in a modern and comfy..."
Helena El-Najjar
"I've eaten at Ruyi twice now and both times the food was delicious. My favourite "entree" style dishes are the duck pancakes and some sort of..."
Somanyanimals
"Fresh and different. Coming from country vic, I’m used to chinese food thats out of a box and restaurants full of bamboo and waving cats. So it was..."
Soph
"No-one does Chinese like Ruyi. Fresh produce, contemporary design, tasty dishes, and a beautiful selection of..."
Sarah
"We went to Ruyi Saturday with my husband just because we were walking through the city and we noticed this discret restaurant in a hidden lane.. well..."
Bonybonybony70
"Great food, great experience. If you're looking for a great night, and not just somewhere to eat, then I would definitely recommend Ruyi. The..."
Marni.kate
"Very impressed. Had the seafood spring rolls and wagyu beef and both were amazing. Very nice..."
Amber Evans
"Great place. The food was simple and fresh, and the service was warm and inviting...."
Isidora
"I had the lunch special which was only $18. Good food for a reasonable..."
Francesca Hickman
"It didn’t have your standard chinese menu, but what it did have was nice. Favourite dish of the night was the duck stir fry – highly..."
Anj
"Delicious Find!!. We found this place tucked away in a laneway while wandering the streets of the city and decided to go in because it looked like a..."
Glitterbug_240
"Great night out!. Good atmosphere, contemporary look, delicious food and friendly staff. Overall, a great night out with..."
Hm-5141
"Really impressed!. We dine out often and were really impressed by the food, staff and decor! A great new restaurant with delicious food! Found it on..."
Carla De Ionno
"Fantastic menu. Staff are incredibly helpful and..."
Jo
"Visited Ruyi with a couple of girlfriends for dinner and loved it! The dumplings and the wontons were amazing, can't wait to go back. Had a great..."
Sophie
"Already a Favorite. I was introduced to RuYi by a work colleague a fortnight ago. Tucked away in a quaint little lane way, I am glad that I was - I..."
Greta Heywood
"Little Gem. OMG. If you live in Melbourne, try here. If your visiting, try here. In fact come to Ruyi then see the rest of Melbourne.Yes..."
Simon White
"From strength to strength. I've dined here a couple of times now & every time it gets better. I really believe that this little restaurant has a big..."
Veda
"I had very high expectations coming to RUYI and honestly they met them completely. Walking in we are overwhelmed by the simple and clean layout. It..."
Jason Kwan
"Not just dumplings!!. When you think Chinese you normally think 70’s interior, bad lighting, fish tanks, Lazy Susans & chairs that you once had in..."
Jade Lee Campbell
"A fresh take on Chinese cuisine. Went here after we read a timeout review. Great to see a new fresh take on chinese food amongst all of the dumpling..."
Tim
"The wine list here is only topped by the amazing service, with a personal touch by the owners who are clearly passionate about their beautiful..."
Stacey Van Harn
"Very satisfying dining experience. RUYI was the type of place that seemed to have considered every detail. everything down to the cups and light..."
R.charles
"#ilovedumplings. Yummy dumplings and great starters. Lovely light ambience to the place, gorgeous ceramic plates and glasses. Service was polite and..."
SLouise
"AMAZING, delightful and unique food, modern and clean decor and flawless service! Melbourne should be..."
Sabrina
"Our third time here in just over a week. Each time we have found out more and more about this enlightening showcase of Chinese food that I have..."
Mikdog
"Fabulous food, delightful French waiter, food was really great & loved the feel of the place with gorgeous earthen ware & stylish interiors. Great..."
Buster's Mum
"Last week, my husband took me out for lunch to Ruyi in the city – an Asian restaurant with a modern fit out.  Ruyi translates literally as ‘as..."
De-brief Me
"Those used to paying $8 for a plate of 15 dumplings should stop reading now. Ruyi is about quality, not quantity, which is apparent as soon as you..."
Sofia Levin
"RuYi oozes character. We were served by Mercy and Sedrick and they were fabulous in the attention they gave us, the narrative and culture connections..."
Smita Raghavan Shetty
"This place is insane. The food is next level good. We got the 5 course tasting menu and the food was so good that we were almost about to ask if we..."
Tara McKellar
"Delicious! We had a set menu (mothers day special) and everything was thoughtfully set out. Very full by the end and very pleased. Oh and the staff..."
Patricia Santiago
"We work in hospitality and a friend of mine said we have to try RuYi for its high standards in hospitality. Finally made it last week and everything..."
sam booth
"Brilliant restaurant for dietary restrictions. My partner needs to avoid wheat, onion and garlic. We opted for the 5 course set menu "chef's choice"...."
Dione V-S
"Randomly walked in and wasn't disappointed. Tasty food, Attentive staff and Nice atmosphere. The tofu was very..."
Sparky
"Great service and food. Staff were very friendly. Food portions were very good. I recommend the 5 course..."
Shawn Soundron
Bamboo House Chinese Restaurant
88/100 (1825 ratings)
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"Absolutely amazing place service was impeccable the food was delicious absolutely delicious would highly recommend this..."
Cherie Richardson
"Awesome dinner here last week... Did not disappoint. Great service also is now a fav place to eat when in Melbourne.. Will be..."
Tracey McNee
"Stumbled across this wee gem last night while having a night in the city. Not disappointed. Great service lovely wine and amazingly delicious food...."
Patricia O'Kane
"Best meal ever Peking duck was amazing Thanks everyone for the wonderful..."
Karen Mullins
"Very nice food. Had Lemon Chicken & Beef with seasoned Veges, with a large fried rice. Could not fault any of it, was delicious and will be back for..."
Robert Lymer
"Amazing food, fantastic service and they really welcome you and look enter your needs - great place and will be..."
Debbie Johns
"Amazing food, fantastic service. I let them know I had to be at the theatre in an hour and a half and the service was speedy and exactly everything..."
Melissa Pilch
"Great place definitely coming..."
Sandra Tomas
"Our annual visit , superb as usual we have been here many times and never..."
James Foley
"High standard of service. Best peking duck. Delicious jellyfish..."
Chantelle Chin-Salandanan
"5 of us had lunch . We ordered the lunch meeting banquet menu . The tables had crisp table cloths and were spaced well . Food was portioned and..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"Came here for a work lunch, quiet enough to have a group meeting for 10ppl. Food was delicious, but catered towards non-Chinese diners so don’t..."
The Budget Luncher
"Haven’t been to this place for ages! I was told to order the Peking duck and lobster omelette to give a go and I did! Definitely one of the best..."
Priscillia
"Went here with my mum before a show and it definately didn't dissapoint. I ordered the lemon chicken and my mum ordered the sizzling beef with..."
Andrew
"Very friendly staff and the atmosphere was great. Great interior of this place and comfy! For starters we had chicken and mushroom soup. Was yum but..."
Leanne Dando
"Bamboo house was not a disappointment! I love the traditional chinese restaurant atmosphere of this place and the service was fantastic.The..."
Jayde
"Refined, delicious food and easy to see why Bamboo House is an institution. Whilst a little tired inside, overall it is leaning towards a fine dining..."
MelbourneMiss
"I would very rarely give a 5 star review, but our visit to Bamboo House was worth it! Let me get this out of the way; it is expensive, make no..."
MrCreosote
"This restaurant has been around for long time but have managed to keep it on the down low. They are on the high end of Chinese food restaurant, the..."
Debby
"We came here for our annual team lunch on the hottest day so far this summer. Fortunately the aircon was pumping and we were none the wiser of the..."
Espy Eats
"We come here every year for my colleagues birthday...and order pretty much the same things. We always have the very typical fare of fried rice,..."
Split The Bill
"Bamboo house is the absolute favourite, my old man has been going here for 30+ yearsMyself for 10+ yearsCan get a little noisy..."
Dave B.
"Amazing dining experience with the service to match. The pork dumplings were heavenly filled parcels with juicy tender pork. The duck pancakes were..."
Kiss And Eat Up
"Everything was so delicious especially the San Choy Bao and Crispy Duck pancakes. Yum! The service was fantastic, we mentioned we had Aladdin..."
J_cinta
"This place has that old school Chinese restaurant charm. White table cloths, round tables and a menu full of all your favourite dishes. Impeccable..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Always a wonderful experience here. Have both dined here for a function and with family, always enjoyable. Owner is absolutely lovely, and theres..."
Amant De La Nourriture
"Classy restaurant that provides great customer service. The staff is friendly and I must say the best peking duck in Melbourne! Enjoy a relax and..."
Mr Wong
"Pricey, not even that worth for $80/whole duckBut if the duck was $60 then its would be reasonableThe service is good and the restaurant..."
Duongcool1997
"Absolutely loved it! I finally have a favourite Chinese restaurant! We had plenty of food so perhaps it'll make your choice about..."
Nadia
"🙋🏽‍♂️🙋🏽We had one of the set menus ("Banquet Degustation") 🍚and we thought that it was really good. 👍🏽Fantastic quality of..."
TwoFatWogs
"The lamb cutlet was amazing, very well cooked with crunchy bread crumb coating. The shanghai marinated fish was a let down, the fish was a bit too..."
Michfish
"A bit on the pricy side but still a great restaurant with very delicious Chinese food. Peking duck is amazing every time. Service was great 10/10 and..."
Krishna Muppasaani
"Love this place! I think it has the best pecking duck! Dumplings are yum, food is of good quality! Great and friendly staff! Highly recommend!!!..."
CT
"Came here for a birthday and they really delivered. The waitress was one funny lady and provided bonus entertainment. They made sure we were all..."
Occasionalist
"Probably the best Chinese offering I have been to in Melbourne.The hardest choice is what to order, however the Peking Duck, Salt and..."
John Gee
"I enjoyed a group lunch, mid-week, at Bamboo House Chinese Restaurant.   The courses were varied and the food was wonderful - both taste and..."
Lindsay
"My favourite Chinese restaurant in Melbourne. My top 2 dishes are Peking duck and the dumplings. The tables are set with white tablecloths so it's..."
EK
"Service was amazing at the start of our meal but seemed to get worse as the night went on. Good food but for the price and reputation of being one of..."
Cat Broadby
"“Craving some good quality Tea smoked duck with a side of Peking duck, we decided to go somewhere new. Bamboo house is a restaurant that has been..."
Melbourne Food Baby
"There are 7 of us and we ordered about 5 main dishes. Food was excellent - juicy Peking duck, chunky sweet and sour pork, chilli prawns, tou fu, veg..."
LoveFOOD Hate BADservice ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ
"This is one of the better Cantonese restaurants in Chinatown. The food is refined and well presented and generally not as overpowered by sauces as..."
Richard
"Good food, ok service. Had dinner here last Friday in a group of 9. We had the set menu while some did order a la carte. The food was great - loved..."
Vikrant Chaudhary
"Was brought here for my birthday. The food was great and the Peking duck doesn't disappoint. We were sat out of the main dining area which was a bit..."
Jesse
"Best Peking Duck. This is my favourite Chinese restaurant for its peking duck, pot stickers and sesame puffs. Always a special place to come to for..."
Mouse68
"This one was filled with duck meat too and the meat was really succulent. The..."
Nona Tukang Makan
"Bamboo House is amazing. Every dish was impeccable, as was the service and decor. The entire meal with rice and a glass of wine was only just over..."
Sir And Mlady Dine Out
"A range of different Chinese restaurants, take-away outlets and other oriental cuisine line the extended walkways that make up Chinatown in..."
Sdk1806
"The menu is divided into Sichuan and Peking style dishes from the corresponding provinces in China, which made a pleasant change from all the..."
Let Me Feed You
"We’re very happy to report that Bamboo House is still a great Chinese restaurant. We’ll be back for the Tea Smoked Duck (served in steamed buns..."
Donny
"Far near the ends of Chinatown, you will find one of the restaurants whose food and also service has been recognised by many food critics. The..."
Thfdcmplx
"Excellent service from our waiter Jimmy, very attentive, also Andy was excellent.We enjoyed our food especially the combination pan fried..."
Jdlock
"Went for a banquet with a group of friends. The tea smoked duck was amazing, as were the xiao long bao. The staff and friendly and..."
Imojaune
"Best Chinese in Melbourne. Food is amazing and the best Peking Duck in town. The warm welcome and service from Ann and the staff completes the..."
Emilyjane
"Dear manager Ann, thank you for your excellent services . Will come back soon..."
Steven
"BEST PEKING DUCK IN MELBOURNE!!. I'll say it once.... and I'll say it again... best peking duck hands down!! ONLY GO HERE FOR THE PEKING DUCK......"
Vincent_phan86
"Can always count on the bamboo house. Bamboo House, would have to be one of my fav spots in Melbourne. Absolutely delicious food , with great..."
An
"Superb. We have been going to bamboo house since I was a small child and it has always been my favourite restaurant but we havent been since Robert..."
Kate Wisch
"We had a wonderful experience at Bamboo House. The staff were beyond exceptional offering friendly and attentive service. The dumplings are the best..."
Nice
"I went there a couple of weeks ago, the service was lovely, the food was amazing, it was very busy but I loved it! You must try..."
Hayley Karolz
"We chose Bamboo House based on reviews, and it was a good choice. We enjoyed the meal overall, but it didn't quite live up to the hype.We..."
Sean P E Fleming
"Awesome Restaurant. This has got to be one of the best places i've dine in Melbourne EVER! The service provided by Bamboo House and their staff is..."
Melvyn
"Amazing chinese restaurant. Went there for lunch, didn't expect much as i only want better dining environment than being pushed around in the crowd...."
Diner
"Thank you Anna!. We had a luncheon in the private room at Bamboo House yesterday and I just wanted to thank the staff and in particular Anna who was..."
Adelle_clements
"Amazing Peking duck. Food was all excellent and flavoursome, great quality. And good service! Definitely come..."
Nd28
"Well priced and tasty food. Great food and service! The duck was fantastic, really..."
Rnahlsy
"Fantastic Food. 15 of us for lunch visited Bamboo House for a corporate lunch, was fantastic. The Peking duck was wonderful and a real signature dish..."
Melza
"Good food, good service. The Peking Duck is excellent. Definitely..."
Prk
"Wonderful service, best ever Peking Duck , really enjoyed..."
Lindsay Walsh
"Fabulous!. Went to Bamboo House on Monday night while on holiday in Melbourne and just loved it. The staff were so friendly and attentive, we wanted..."
Kat
"9.5/10. I went to Bamboo House for lunch today with my boss and it was lovely, we had the sliced beef with ginger and vegetables which was very nice,..."
Laney M
"Best Peking duck in..."
Decs
"Nothing bad to say about bamboo house. The dishes were nice good but nothing spectacular. However the Peking duck is certainly a signature dish and I..."
Tinny Spice
"No bulls**t good Chinese. Bamboo House is a great example of sticking with what they do best and not changing facade to 'get with the times'. I..."
Gagwood
"Best dumplings and best peking duck that we've had in Melbourne. Put smiles on our bellies! Excellent service too. Can't wait to..."
Nic
"Dumplings are amazing, Waiters are hysterical " your eyes are bigger than your..."
AP
"Have recommended bamboo house to many family and friends, and it quickly become their favourite also. A very down to earth restaurant with prompt..."
Christos Boukogiannis
"Yum!. Had an excellent night there! started off with some great dumplings and onion pancake! this was not the typical type found in some restaurants..."
Anthony
"Highly recommend the Peking Duck..."
Carley Ludlow
"We went to Bamboo House because a friend recommended us to go and I have to say that the food and service was amazing Oysters, fish and duck was all..."
Julian Ward
"Unbelievable great food, Unbelievable the best service I've ever had, 3 times now I've been here over 4 years ever time we come to Melbourne. We were..."
Stefan Jones
"Great food. Not too sweet or salty. Balance of flavour was perfect. Seafood wasn’t over cooked. Star of the evening definitely Peking..."
Benny Maison
"Went here for lunch with colleagues to celebrate some wins. Was really impressed with the..."
Koen Alexander
"They were very accommodating for our dietary requirements as my mum wouldn't eat fish and pork and duck. So we had the banquet menu and had some..."
Alex P.B
"The peking duck was amazing!! Would definitely visit again if I come to..."
Jason Li
"Ann is a Superstar, leading a fantastic team serving up the best Chinese food in Melbourne. Leans toward more of a western style which is not..."
Art Vanderlay
"Good Cantonese food in a upscaled environment. Recommend going for the garlic king prawns and steamed fish. Last but not least, we really like their..."
Jay Jay
Flower Drum
88/100 (3715 ratings)
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Chinese
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Gluten Free Options
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Scallops
Quail
Duck
Cakes
Lamb
Fish
Oyster
Fried rice
Noodle
Pork
Dim Sum
Shrimp
Ribs
Beef
Prawns
Dumplings
Omelette
Lobster
Pancakes
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Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Reservations
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Table Service
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Fine Dining
"Absolutely love the Peking duck!We had lunch last Friday with friends hereFood is delishI can’t wait to come back!..."
Mamacita Foodie And Hola Con Lola
"An iconic institution in the Melbourne food scene that has surpassed the test of time. Wasn't sure what to expect but imagined it might dish up..."
Stuart Robinson
"DO: Everything on the menu that you can afford. If you have no idea do the banquet or better yet, have a chat to the waiters and they'll sort you..."
David Food Leasing
"We had a wonderful birthday dinner here right before the restrictions came. The entrees were excellent and the scotch century egg and fried potato..."
Nalia
"I love this place. The food, the vibe. Just an amazing, iconic experience in itself...."
Katie
"Absolutley love the Peking Duck here. Generous portions for the banquet. I think we were a little greedy wanting to try everything. Definitely..."
LittleAsianGirl
"Great classic Chinese restaurant, great service first class, food simply the best, great atmosphere. This was the best Chinese food we have tasted in..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"We had a spectacular birthday lunch for my dad today. Quality of the produce was evident as was the care of the cooking with very gentle flavours..."
Jenny McWren
"Flower Drum has been in Melbourne for many years and it is a 2 hat restaurant. Nice decor and the ambiance is awesome for special events.I..."
Leo
"Expected a bit more. It was a work lunch and took 40 minutes to bring the first dish and there was no flow or service that you would expect at that..."
RM
"One of the oldest and most expensive Chinese restaurant in Melbourne. They have consistently listed in the top restaurants in Victoria. The dishes..."
Debby
"This place has got a classy reputation. When you tell people you're going to Flower Drum, they're expecting a fancy dinner with a price..."
Alisha
"Flower Drum is definitely on the high end of the spectrum. Classy, refined and elegant. There's a whole presentation before each meal where they..."
Jasmine
"First time coming to Flower Drum. Every dish that came out was outstanding. So yum!!! My favourite was the mushroom dish. The steak was so tender &..."
Kim C
"This restaurant is well known since the 90’s. However it has changed owner last few years. I was told by a friend that it was a very grand..."
Noble Foodie
"Look, this restaurant isn’t cheap but the food and service is impeccable. It really is a Melbourne institution.I also love the nostalgic/old..."
Tania
"Definitely one of the best Chinese restaurant in Melbourne. You won’t get disappointed. Service is excellent! We were trying few more dishes but..."
Priscillia
"This restaurant have reputation of one of the best chinese cuisine in melbourne. The place and the ambience were so stunning like a traditional..."
Bite The Looks By BHA
"I nice spot in the CBD for a special event. A bit pricey for an average night out but a quality feed none the less. I have been here a couple of..."
Burgers Of Melbourne
"Never ever order off the menu. Let the professional waiters do it. They are well versed into the seasonal produce and what is the best way to cook..."
Le Wine Journey
"Definitely a great dining experience - ordered mostly seafood and they tasted super light and fresh. Great service, friendly and informative. Food..."
StepiiGM
"Flower Drum has a legendary reputation for Chinese fine dining in Melbourne. Its name is always spoken of in reverence. Flower Drum's entrance..."
Sunny Days Melbourne
"This restaurant is really worth 5 stars. The service, the food, and the experience was great. The food was unique, full of flavor and it was..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"My favourite Chinese restaurant. Super impressive! I’m much more adventurous with food choices here because everything is so perfectly prepared,..."
Tanya
"OMG. Wow. The door the entrance, the elevator up, the room the atmosphere, it’s definitely a rare occasion to be in awe. It’s absolutely..."
HeraldSun Reviews
"This restaurant has been so famous as the best Chinese restaurant in Melbourne and I have been there finally with group of friend.We didn't know..."
Fussy Eater
"Impressed with the layout, service and ambience. Food hit the mark, and highlights were the pearl meat, wagyu cheek and dumpling seafood soup with..."
Thunder8621
"Flower drum was a great experience, heard a lot of good things about it so was good to try. We had the banquet menu which had around 4-5 dishes and..."
Davisco Sprincorza
"The flower drum is quality Chinese fine dining. It’s been around for years and is a Melbourne classic. When it first started it was in a class of..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Had a wonderful experience here. I felt immediately welcomed on arrival by many of the friendly staff. The restaurant has the atmosphere and ambience..."
Georgia Sing
"Treated to a birthday celebration here and was very impressed. This place is top notch. Not usually a fan of Chinese food but I am a fan of this..."
Johnny
"I went a little while ago and it was a great tasty treat. Amazing service and great food. Chinese like I'm not used to. Abalone and great Peking..."
John Carver
"Service - Very attentive and friendly staffs. They take their time to explain each dish and the ingredients used. Food - They are very..."
Oscar Lau
"Most people have a Flower Drum story, and a view on its merits as a big night out. Back when I first ventured there in my mid-twenties it was a three..."
Ben Lee Kong
"My partner and I came here last night for my birthday. The service was the best I’ve ever received, I’m left handed and within moments of..."
Look.its.sarah
"Ate tonight at the flower drum. A good fress. The food was delicious and the food was fresh, tasty and was nice. I felt a million dollars the waiter..."
FoodieGuru_770
"I’d never been here but had always wanted to come to this well known Melbourne icon. It’s an extraordinary experience with the food and service..."
Two Sheds
"third time to flower drum and what can I say it's flawless from the food to the service, you must try the dim sum it is the best in the country other..."
Flashfryer
"Best chinese i’ve had, the sauteed seafood is excellent, lobster is big and springy and presentation is different to your standard chinese..."
TD
"The food is very good and standard Chinese fare..service is outstanding too. Would love to give it five stars but it didn't have the wow factor ......"
The Cheeky Chomper
"It’s been many years since I’ve been here and not much has changed. Formal fine dining service together with Cantonese cuisine cooked and..."
Brillat_Savarin
"Chinese fine dining at its best. This place is a hidden gem. The staff are very friendly, and the food is substantially elevated from other Chinatown..."
Dumba
"Went here with my family and the service was amazing but the food doesn’t meet the expectations. The food was good, but not authentic Chinese and I..."
Alijargalb
"Always wanted to try flower drum been so famous in Melbourne. Finally had a chance to try it out. The service was excellent the food was delicious...."
Michfish
"Staff was great, scallops were divine, but we found the rest of the food average for the prices they’re charging. Glad I went, but wouldn’t go..."
Lindsay Marriott
"They say this place is an Melbourne Institution and I can see why. From the moment you walk in, the dining room has the confidence and grandiosity so..."
Jesskaar
"Flower Drums has a reputation for exceptional customer service and Cantonese cuisine fine dining experience. My last visit to Flower Drums was a few..."
Jolene Lim
"Best Chinese cuisine in Melb, they say... well, I'm still waiting for the drums to beat to the final bang. Having said that, it is after all a..."
Justsoph
"I first discovered Flower Drum from an issue of the Conde Nast Traveller magazine. A photo of thinly sliced, glossy crispy duck skin enveloped in a..."
Dolce Bunnie
"Delicious. Best Cantonese in Australia. Baked crab in turmeric sauce beautiful. Whiting with fried enoki so fresh and tasty it was amazing. Peking..."
Jen
"Finally got the chance to have dinner at the famous Flower Drum Chinese restaurant. The decoration of the restaurant was full of Chinese elements,..."
Jianierrrrrr
"Went here for our anniversary and loved it. Firstly going up to the beautiful red door so mysterious. Then up into the elevator and once the doors..."
Leanne Dando
"Had a great night at the flower drum. The service was very good and the food was excellent. The duck pancakes are the winner! Would highly recommend..."
Ben Carrington
"This place has been on the list for a while and finally we made it here , nicely set up and very organised was expecting a much more quality and..."
Good Food = Happy Mood
"Drumming to its own beat.Picture this. Earthbound entrance, unappealing lighting and a confusing entrance before jumping on the lift to..."
Michael Daaboul
"I'd heard great things in the press about Flowerdrum, but it didn't overly impress. We had the Chef's 6 course tasting menu. The food was good..."
RoxyMaxwell
"Easy to see why this is a Melbourne institution.  We actually went to this restaurant some time ago but only getting around to writing the review..."
Little Man
"Definitely worth the experience, service was amazing and food was delicious, not your average Chinese restaurant as some would say, all the flavours..."
Lucy Nguyen
"Fantastic atmosphere and quite possibly the best service we have ever seen in a restaurant. We tried exotic dishes like the jellyfish and the Peking..."
Tassie Eleftheriou
"A timeless classic, providing of course fantastic food with high class service. However for a fraction of the cost bamboo house or the likes provide..."
An
"I had heard so many positive reviews about this place and our first visit recently certainly my did not disappoint! Service was impeccable and the..."
Sneha Arora
"Food was delicious! Service could have been better as we had to keep trying to get the waiters attention to get menus and the bill. Then they also..."
Luciana Pinto
"Went here for an anniversary dinner as I've heard about this places lots I knew it wasn't going to be cheap but I don't mind paying good money if the..."
Paul Delaney
"Great food and ambiance, and the staff very attentive. The restaurant has a very good wine list and the food is served at a good pace to allow you to..."
Gursharan Chana
"What's not to love about amazing Cantonese food! It is a bit more pricey it the food is well worth it. The staff are so attentive! A great dining..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"Exquisite.  Perfect food combined with perfect service. The four course lunch menu for $75 is the best value fine dining experience in Melbourne...."
Wedders
"grandma's house - it's warm and welcoming, the furniture is comfy, your waited on as if you are the only person in the room and some the dishes,..."
The New Fave
"My first visit to this Melbourne Asian restaurant with the biggest legacy of all!Big boots to fill..... and fill it did!The..."
Chris Kilpatrick
"Hasn't lost its touch after all these years.You won't find better Chinese.You won't find better service. Every dish a winner. Peking..."
Foodie AC
"Cannot fault Flower Drum, beautiful food, beautifully presented and friendly staff... If ever there is a special occasion this is the place to go!..."
Lanz
"Firstly, service was ah-mazing! The waiters pay attention to every detail and attends to your needs. Stand out dish was the abalone with rice noodle..."
Carissa Lee
"Food and service meet the reputation . Enjoyed pretty much everything . We ordered two chef special , enjoyed every dish , and service is very..."
Julia Ye
"Polite and attentive service as you would expect. Great value lunch at $75 for four courses considering the quality of the food. Recommended for..."
Stan
"Been trying to eat here for years but couldn't land seats. So for my wedding anniversary, I booked a table 3 months prior to ensure we get..."
Olahn Zaft
"For my 4th year anniversary my boyfriend had arranged for us to have dinner at Flower Drum. As like every anniversary, I had no idea where I was..."
Caroline Beaney
"First time for me dining in this famous Chinese restaurantIts ambience bespeaks of its nearly forty years existenceI was impressed by the..."
Jit
"Flower Drum has a special place in our family as we always go here for special gatherings. This time around, my parents were meeting my brother's..."
Occasionalist
"One of the best dining experiences I've had. Been here a few times, each better than the last. Jason Liu is the consummate professional. The..."
Hungry_One
"We booked in for 6pm and left 3 hours later but time flies when you're having fun and good food. Entrees included San choi bao, garlic ribs, dim sum,..."
Helen
"I took a friend of mine from turkey to try some Asian food as she really wanted to indulge with Asian cuisine. I must say it looks really good from..."
Food Affair
"Who doesn't know flower drum? It is the quintessential Chinese restaurant of Melbourne. Many reviewers have dissected each dish and raved about..."
TheBearReview
"It really is a treat going to Flower Drum. It’s like entering a whole new world, away from the hustle and bustle and interesting odours of..."
Jacqui's Food Fetish
"The best dining experience I've had in Melbourne. The service here is at another level and the food is exquisite. Photos wouldn't do the dishes nor..."
Food Comatose
"This restaurant deserves all the accolades and more. If you're looking for Asian fine dining then look no further. Service here is impeccable, and..."
Guzzling
"Flower Drum does not need another glowing review but it deserves one anyway. For such an institution you might expect a bit of snobbery and..."
Johanna
"The Devil is in the details! thank you flower Drum for educating Melbourne Aussies about food, experience, detail and the rest. Well you know the..."
Restaurant Rescue
"You cant just go past Flower Drum.  There is no doubt it is still the best in the Southern Hemisphere. The service is fine dining and the food..."
Gary Taylor
"Still in bloom. Flower Drum has long been reputed as the leading Chinese restaurant in Melbourne - first under Gilbert Lau and then Anthony Liu. The..."
Missdelish
"Lovely service and meal at the flower drum , we had the 6 course banquet and enjoyed it all, faves were the crab entree and the seafood served on an..."
Terri
"Visited Flower Drum the Thursday night before Good Friday as we'd heard so much about it (I'm from Sydney). Very upmarket Chinese very different to..."
Polito
"What a fantastic birthday meal! This was our first time to the Melbourne Mecca of Chinese food. I know this establishment has been around for many..."
Chad
"Melbourne's renowned top Chinese Cantonese cuisine. Their grilled wagyu beef with fried rice, fried oysters, San Choi Bao, and Peking duck were super..."
J88
"For me, one of Australia's best restaurants and dining experience.The service is impeccable, the food is done to perfection and it's really..."
Sarah O
"Flower Drum is one of the few Melbourne restaurants that can be spoken of as an icon over decades. This year Flower Drum, founded by Gilbert Lau,..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"What more can be said about the Flower Drum. Service is exceptional. The restaurant is divided into three sections and the tables are far apart so..."
MelbourneMiss
"Only been once. Was kindly invited here. Probably too young to really enjoy it. This was a catalyst to me enjoying Chinese food. Awesome courses,..."
Tony
"I'd heard mixed reviews about Flower Drum so was excited to finally experience it for myself! We went for lunch and the staff were extremely..."
M.
"Visited here for lunch and it was a splendid experience. The service and attention to details was the best that I have ever seen. The waiters noticed..."
Nestor Tsioustas
"Flower Drum...what better place to celebrate a loved one's birthday than Flower Drum! Entering the venue and then being escorted up in an..."
Kaushik Sridhar
"Now this is a classy restaurant that impresses. The food is beautiful and is presented with precision. The waiting staff are friendly and extremely..."
Lee Pownall
"This place should get 5 stars for the service alone.  Our party was treated like royalty.  The food was incredible too.  Definitely a special..."
Rodger Reviewer
"Can I give 3.0 for their overly priced menu though? Haha. What can I say? Gourmet dim sum at its priciest figure. I love the..."
Hahappieats
"My partner and I spent our 1 year anniversary here. We got the banquet which was $150 each and enjoyed the many dishes that came with it. Food was..."
Steven Shipley
"The service was fantastic, we ordered the slow roasted garlic pork rib, shang hai pork dumplings, peking duck, also a beef dish with oyster sauce...."
Dave Zoogs
"There is a sense of splendour and occasion at Flower Drum, reflected in the menu which focuses on high quality, local ingredients and traditional..."
Maddie Loves Food
"Wow, attended the Master & Apprentice lunch which was a cook off between old and new Chinese chefs from Flower Drum and Victor Liong from Lee Ho..."
Melbourne Foodie
"After hearing about the amazing food at Flower Drum for the past 20 years, I decided to give it a shot. Our family went for my sisters birthday, and..."
Antigone
"Super high quality Chinese food, with a price to match. Certainly a reasonable choice for a special occasion, although there are alternatives with..."
C
"Finally I make it to Flower Drum! Uber Uber Exquisite! This place is class all the way! Service was just amazing, the waiter even fetched an extra..."
Uberfrauline
"I can't fault this place. It's the most perfect Cantonese food with 6 star service. Yes it's pricey but it's totally worth it for the..."
NomNomNom
"Fine dining with excellent service and very nice wine too. We had the 2014 D’sas Pinot Gris. The Peking duck was amazing as so many people have..."
Heidi
"This would have to be Chinese food at its very best. And a wine list to match. A great night out. All the food that came out was so fresh and..."
HH24
"The service is second to none. The waiters know the exact moment that you are ready to order and when to bring out your food and wine. I don't..."
F&K
"Wow! The Flower Drum exceeded my high expectations.. Our waiter was exceptional particularly when he took the time to give one of our guests a..."
Carla Kathleen
"I was taken to the Flower Drum for my birthday dinner. Not being overly familiar with Chinese cousine and after being told it was holding a..."
HungryPole
"What a great dining treat! Yes it's a bit old school but that's part of the charm :) What's the most important is the food and the food was fabulous!..."
Silk_rr
"We arrived at Flower Drum last night (Sunday) with no reservation, about 9.20pm. We were told by the man at the entrance downstairs that the kitchen..."
Tyler Brown
"Yes you still need to book 6 months in advance. Yes this place hasn't been renovated in a while. Yes it's expensive.However, they are very..."
Nelly
"Always a joy to return to this award winning Chinese diner. Well crafted menus, brilliantly cooked meals and skilled wait staff who'd warn you to..."
SN
"Amazing experience. Great atmosphere, service was impeccable and excellent food. We has an excellent evening and thoroughly enjoyed the experience...."
Kevin
"Iconic. All too true, and is proven from its old school approach on literally everything. Decor is true to this living legend and the service I can..."
Erin Burke
"Old-school service of classic Cantonese food. Such a great space to have a meal and be able to talk privately. The service was exceptional and..."
Tales Of Rose
"My parents used to run a restaurant opposite Flower Drum.  Growing up as a kid, I would always wonder what was behind the heavy red door across the..."
Chewing Is Exercise
"Came here for my birthday and had a wonderful time. Service is on another level and the food is delicious. Highlight was the sawtooth fish which I..."
Michaela Foodie
"Nice and spacious without the hustle of the latest fad places. Super quality food, let the waiter just arrange a suitable banquet to fulfil your..."
Gtime
"Outstanding food and fabulous services. Only in Melbourne for a couple days and decided to try the lunch banquet, really tasty quality food. It is..."
Natalie W
"Outstanding service and attention to detail, a really wonderful experience, many other reviews say it's too pricey but it is a special restaurant for..."
Sgue
"I was excited to try Australia's best Chinese restaurant but was a little sceptical on how good Chinese food could actually be. Our waiter was very..."
Simmybear Eats
"When you think Chinese restaurant, your first thought would be non-existent service, cheap decor and bargain food. WARNING: Flower Drum will blow..."
Nibblesforgiggles
"We approached the little red door in Market Street that signified we'd arrived. I didn't really know what to expect, but as we walked up to the..."
FoodMeUpScotty
"I began to frequent Flower Drum in the evenings on Saturday of all times with very little notice because like Tom Cruise's star, the hype and awards..."
Epicurean Of Southbank
"Fresh and moist, the cod was silky, slippery and velvety. Enhanced only by the spring onions, coriander and aromatic seasoned..."
Popcornandtoast
"Flower Drum is a successful establishment that has weathered through decades of competitions. Many travel magazines and bloggers around the world..."
Lydiapebbles
"Flower Drum, if it were a band people would be inclined to say it peaked some time ago, released some forgettable records for a good decade and in..."
Out Of My Kitchen
"My first impression said I was going to love Flower Drum. As soon as we arrived at Flower Drum, we were greeted by their pleasant staff at the..."
Angel Khong
"It was reported in the papers that due to the financial crisis, stockbrokers were cutting back their expenses and not taking their clients to Flower..."
I Eat Therefore I Am
"Get lots of good wine, get lots of good food and enjoy the place and the awesome..."
Jobe
"Everyone knows the Flower Drum song. No, I'm not referring to the Rodgers and Hammerstein version; I'm talking about the one that stormed up the..."
Libby Margo
"Just the best. Back to the flower drum tonight after some years. Just the 2 of us so could not really try too many dishes . After all these..."
Peter Hugall
"Delicious, yet expensive. Amazing food but out of the price range for most people. You can find heaps of great Asian food in Melbourne for a fraction..."
Chica_aus67
"Quality food and service...but you pay for it!. I had high expectations given the status that flower drum has. Our meals were of a high quality and..."
New 2 Bwick
"Great food but over-attentive service. Wonderful location - large dining room and tables set well apart allowing for privacy and ambience. The summer..."
Roy Burrows
"I liked it, heard so much about this place.. Thought it would be a little better all in all a group of 5... Pretty $$ but good food and..."
Food 2 Run
"Well worth it. Excellent food and service. Duck and crab were top notch. Some say it's a bit too expensive but for a special occasion I recommend a..."
Cmrickards
"FL gem among Chinese restaurants in Australia. I feel compelled to write this review after I read some critics of 'Over rated' on this restaurant...."
Ronnielui2003
"Excellent, as always. This is our go-to "Special Occasion" restaurant. This occasion was our 30th Wedding Anniversary. Superb service, plush..."
Manmar
"Loved it!!. Went for a Friday night dinner and from the moment we stepped into the restaurant the service was warm, friendly and very efficient. We..."
Christina Triantafyllou
"Loved it! Especially when my brother paid! Good food and..."
Marvelous Mark
"Impeccable Service, great Sommelier. First time patron to the Flower Drum and all i can say is that i felt compelled to write a review, which i've..."
AL87
"The best. Can't believe people can knock this establishment. Been here a few times - usually for special occasions and always walk away thinking that..."
Lunchalot
"Love this place!. Can only afford it once a year, but it always gets..."
Csebarber
"People! All I am reading is "value for money" or "for the price" forget that, if you want value for money by a pre packed luv a duck from Coles and..."
Professor Pig
"EXACTLY WHAT WE EXPECTED. We celebrated My Mum's Birthday here, and were not wanting for anything. Food (We ordered the banquet and one meal off the..."
Bomber Boy
"Best Chinese Restaurant. We went to The Flower Drum for our anniversary, and decided to go with the 6 course tasting menu with matching wines. All in..."
Stvar1
"Loved it. Fabulous service, including geuridon. Food was lovely, glad I had this dining..."
Cathprentice24
"Was a fantastic night! Great restaurant, great service, extremely attentive staff without being pushy! Food was..."
Bear Pollard
"I wasn't blown away by most of the food. The service was excellent except for the older waiter. He seemed to have a bit of an elitist attitude and I..."
K C G
"Great for special occasions. We've been going there about once a year for the past five years. I am always impressed by the food and the service. I..."
Igiveupitstoohard
"Excellent service and food. We had the 5 course banquet and all the food was exceptional and well presented. Could not fault anything. The Grain Fed..."
Angela
"Incredible fine dining. The food is exceptional although fractionally larger portions would make it so much better. Service is second to none. Be..."
Mark
"What a fantastic night From.... What a fantastic nightFrom the moment you walk into the door it is perfect service and magnificent food...."
Donm
"Food fantastic of course although unfortunately sexism at an all time high. Only male employees serving the tables while the women clean up and it's..."
Brunchisbest
"Cantonese Fine Dining. This place has a reputation and, for better or worse, it's certainly well earned. It's certainly not cheap, but then again,..."
Serrin
"Excellent Services. Live in Melbourne for many years and finally decided to try Flower Drum.. It was a Saturday lunch, food overall is good but a bit..."
CC
"Very nice Asian fine dining experience staff were extra friendly and always attentive. Food was incredible obviously you can find cheaper Asian..."
Foodie
"Wow..."
Jackson Fletcher-Coon
"Two things - everything old is new again and everything you remember is somehow better now. There are many restaurants in Melbourne where you could..."
Elsie The Cow
"This place deservedly belong in the top 50 restaurants in the world. The service tonight was topnotch, and not just because our orders were nearly..."
Woofman
"As always fabulous. Thank..."
JoeyKMB
"Went here on Sunday night. Nice place. Excellent, friendly service and staff were very attentive. Food was nice, serves were quite small for the..."
Foodie13
"The Best!. Have been dining at Flower Drum for many years now and it is always a pleasure.Perfectly executed food showcasing the highest..."
Xiao Long Bao
"OMG!!! The best chinese ever, the service and all staff fantastic, worth every..."
Megsmoo
"Nothing to fault. Best chinese food i've ever had, best service i've ever had. Was really good value for money too ... thought the serves were very..."
Mel
"Best service in Melbourne, terrific food. What can I say? It is simply a fantastic dining experience for a special..."
Melb Foodie
"Amazing way to finish off our weekend in Melbourne. The shark fin soup was amazing. Actually all the food, was to die for.service was great,..."
Marianna Di Gregorio
"Loved this place. Had the 6 course banquet paired with wine. Great service, wonderful..."
SuzieQ
"Fantastic service and food! Have dined at the flower drum twice now and it is amazing. The staff happily cater for me, being a vegetarian and even..."
Steph
"Standard maintained and still being followed. Didn't feel comfortable at first with their over the top service, but get used to it very soon. Their..."
Ryan
"Soft Shell Crab. Always great - i could literally live entirely off the soft shell crab and Tsingtao. Service is..."
Jodes And Mike
"$40 for 2 Course Lunch - YUM!. Yes, you can enjoy the Flower Drum for only $40 for a 2 course lunch or $55 for 3 courses.There are 3..."
Julie T
"Yep still the best cantonese in..."
Bridgethopkins
"Chinatown. Had dinner here on thursday night, the food and service are amazing. Best peking duck and chicken sweet corn soup. Fried ice cream is to..."
Samantha
"All class. The Flower Drum is classic, old school fine dining and is the perfect place for a BIG event meal. Yes, there are trendier, hipper..."
Yummy Mummy
"Old school chinese experience. I flew over from adelaide for the day to shop and lunch. when i arrived at flower drum i was pleasantly surprised from..."
Bianca R.
"Crazy not to enjoy. Words can not describe how much I enjoyed this place, from the service to the food it was all outstanding. If you plan on going..."
Machiz
"Amazing! 5 stars for their service, it was like we were the only people in the restaurant. Food was full of flavour and the toffee bananas for..."
Food Lover
"I have never had a Chinese experience quite like Flower Drum. Everything from the service to the food was quite literally perfect. No complaints from..."
Jack Shaw
"Lovely. We popped down for a la carte lunch today at the Flower Drum and ordered various dishes, all to which were artistically presented and full of..."
Katiza
"Fantastic dinner we had the 6 course menu , everything was perfect , amazing service the place was very busy as it was oaks day . I will def be going..."
Kim Black
"In the know. Best way to experience Flower Drum is to get to know a waiter - eg: Barney - we never see the menu, he suggests, (we always have the..."
Fair But Honest
"Peking duck to die for, exceptional, attentive service, fabulous menu, worth every additional..."
Leonie Green
"The service here is the best I've ever seen, and the Peking duck was to die for. Highly..."
Lauren
"Some of the best service I've ever experienced and the food was great. Waiters were so attentive and had exactly the right..."
Tammy Neilson
"Enjoyable Chinese but can be found elsewhere. The dishes didn't stand out for us, which we were expecting.. But they were still good and we left..."
Rob
"Things done right.. Have been there for lunch a few times and its been consistently good.Nice decor and very attentive service without being..."
Alano
"One of the best dining experiences ever. Amazing, fresh, interesting food..... Fantastic service, we had great wines matched for us...... Certainly..."
Food Critics Wife
"Best Chinese restaurant in Australia.. To people who don't like this restaurant what's wrong with you? I have been going for close to ten years.. And..."
Berbatov
"Great service, lovely food, painful on the wallet. My boyfriend and I had planned to go to Hauf Brau Haus (sp?) in China Town but when we got there..."
Talychka
"Mixed Bag. OK, after many visits to Flower Drum. I've decided to say something. Most of the food is still sensational, the service is outstanding,..."
Byte
"Service is impeccable! The food delicious, everything was spot on. However, really your paying for the service. The only dish that really stood out..."
A Team
"Speechless. Was phenominal!!Service matched the..."
Will K
"Fine night out with the family. It was my mother-in-law's 80th birthday on the weekend, and we'd planned well in advance to go to Flower Drum with..."
Louise
"Flower Drum, worth it. Had seafood and peking Duck, delicious. Staff..."
Socialite
"Saturday lunch is the go. If you want to avoid:- A second mortgage- Lots of snobby w**kers- Being seen in a future series of..."
Julian Shambles
"Will always have a soft spot for this place. Food is spectacular and the spacious interior takes me back to when I was a child and thought that place..."
Foodie_j
"Timed to Dine. Recently whilst working in Melbourne, four colleagues and I were left to last after a hectic week. Someone suggested a quick lunch at..."
Sir Lunchalot
"Faultless. My companion had flown in from Canberra the night before, spotting a review of a Flower Drum dish in the in-flight magazine. Mud crabs..."
Gin
"Very good food, but not the finesse & wow factor I was expecting. Hard to see value for money. Also hard to see how they get two hats. Impeccable..."
Narelle Grant
"So brilliant, what a night! Lovely service and yummy food. Well worth..."
Dee
"Not if I'm paying. Great spacing of tables. Some of the dishes world class, like the abalone. BUT it is tired and a parody of classy chinese..."
Boccadellaveritas
"Flower drum was yum yum yum!!! Went there for special occasion and it just added to our amazing evening! Fong our waiter was so sweet and was very..."
DB4SB
"Have been visiting FD for the past ten years and have always been happy with the exceptional service from the tentative staff and the amazing food..."
The Hungry Scorpio
"The BEST customer service I have ever experienced. Oh and the foods mighty good..."
Tina Stojkovska
"Highlights? The service, the pace and of course, the food. Steak to die for, Peking Duck that was just mmmm! Moment to treasure: they overheard my..."
Terry O'Hanlon
"Outstanding appetisers - Delightful calamari with spicy salt, good duck wontons, and great Szechuan eggplant. Then the wheels came off with the mains..."
Peter White
"Amazing service and amazing food, went for my birthday dinner with my boyfriend and our waiter made my night even more delightful, peaking duck is..."
Christie Cathcart
"Good food but over priced. Enjoyed the food but I wouldn't go if I was..."
U4128308
"Expensive but a must try (for a very special occasion). Flower Drum is most definitely fine dining - both in terms of price and service. Their..."
Hungry Princess
"Great service great food a great business still going..."
Hung Lo
"Anniversary. Thanks to my partner for a great 1st anniversary. It was off to a slow start as the service wasn't that quick, but once we had ordered..."
Krishna Brannigan
"As time goes by..... Been going for a long time...never disappoints.....the pearl meat is always a winner for me.But I can see in today's market..."
Gracefully Grazing...
"Set menu sets my canto instincts on edge but the drum pulls it off. However going phantom menu is the best way to order. Service consistent. For some..."
Tastybits
"Peaking duck!. Yes its pricey - but it is easily the best chinese in Melbourne if not Australia.You will not find better staff anywhere in..."
Anonymous
"Great food & service. well worth the..."
Richie Hunt
"Just outstanding. Having been going to the Flower Drum since I was young, it just never disappoints.The service - it just doesnt get any..."
Richard
"One of the few chinese restaurant you get good..."
Kong
"Simply the best restaurant service I've ever..."
Tiff
"Amazing. This is a beautiful restaurant with the most amazing service I have experienced. I enjoyed the pearl, dim sum and peking duck. Beautiful..."
Dani Lindsay
"Exceptional....... You have'nt had a great meal with great service until you have been to the "Flower Drum"........ I can't say much more except try..."
Matthew Jackson
"Always a great meal, go the..."
Paul Tomkins
"Best service in the world.. After a bit of saving I took my partner to the FD for the banquet. Whilst the food was great and the 'cheesy crab' will..."
Stacey
"How do you say perfect in cantonese?. FINALLY i got to try the ever so famous Flower Drum thanks to my beautiful boyfriend.We did the $165..."
Fat_kid
"Excellent food, superior service. Nuff..."
Racy_jacy
"A real flower .... We were treated to a degustation menu by the chef at his pleasure and consequently ours as every item was a taste sensation! Often..."
Stephen Sander
"Friendly service. Flower Drum's lost its lustre recently with the entry of new pretenders into Melbourne's dining scene. The food on its menu can be..."
Steamrollersam
"Yes it is stuffy, yes it is expensive, but the food is delicious. Do not eat shark fin soup as it is a barbaric practice. Tell..."
Jrgnsn_tjf
"Our first visit to Flower Drum in the "post-Lau" era. We went because our 9 year old has become something of a Peking Duck tragic. So, we went really..."
Heracles
"Just go.... ...and don't order from the menu. The waiter will tailor the banquet to your palate. Best enjoyed with a group of friends, a wad of cash..."
DanielB
"Amazing. Not cheap but brilliant food and service. The banquet is..."
NK
"Fantastic.... Try the Chef's Tasting Special. Authentic food, different from the run of the mill Chinese.The Duck is..."
Neil
"Big deal!. Probably is the best but for me it felt pretentious and I did not feel relaxed because the wait staff made me feel this way. So when you..."
Tony Parisi
"I have long been a fan and used to believe the food here was better than eating on Hong Kong where we lived for 5 years. But last time, I felt it had..."
Mike B
"I have always heard of this place as being highly rated for excellent Chinese food however never managed to pay a visit until we received a gift to..."
Jia
"The annual award winning 15 chefs hat restaurant lives up to its reputation. Fabulous environment for vivacious celebrations, superb food and..."
life
"Amazing atmosphere, the customer service was immaculate. We came as a group of four, when we ordered the mains they served it all to us all equally..."
Joy Dala
"So far this is one of the best Chinese restaurant with five star service. I can feel the warm welcome from the supervisor, it was very sincerely and..."
Guru Gun
"Ordered the Chef's Signature Banquet (6 courses) with the matching wine menu. The courses were all prepared well and the wine went really nicely with..."
Nathan Coates
"We had another wonderful dinner at our favourite restaurant in Melbourne. The flower Drum is one of Melbourne icon restaurants we have dined here on..."
Melissa Trainor
"Amazing quality food & friendly staff. My husband has been celebrating his big birthdays here from 18th, 21st, 30th to 4oth and every time the..."
Faye Mach-Phung
"Came here with a group of 11 for lunch. Although almost of the dishes were cooked well, I highly recommend the Seafood Soup Dumpling, Crispy Skin..."
M So
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"Overall rating: 5From the time you enter the door until the time you walk out, you'll be wishing every store could treat you this friendly...."
Munching With Mel
"We got lucky with a table without a booking on a Thursday night. We ordered beef ribs, a duck salad and a roti to share. Although the plates didn’t..."
Daisy
"Located on Lt Collins near the corner of Exhibition st, this restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of seating over a few floors. Serving..."
Rhonni
"Whilst service was a bit patchy (although this was partly due to them being quite busy), the food here was quite nice, albeit..."
AaronN
"Booked last minute but the place seems very organised and on board with the booking. Got a seat straight away. We ordered some beef croquettes, tofu..."
Lisa
"We had the bottomless brunch on a Saturday. Booked for 12:45pm and was told that bottomless brunch started from 12:30. However the waiter was kind..."
NotJenn
"Second time here and better than I remembered! Very friendly and helpful staff, the food portion was actually quite big, we ordered two main dishes:..."
Derek Wang
"Love love love the vibe here, prefect for friends gathering! A great intensive drink and food menu to choose from, we love everything we..."
KEL
"It was a really good place with a nice ambiance too.We had chicken popcorn *my second favourite*, papaya salad *the mvp of the night*, prok..."
Khorry Sila
"We enjoyed the most fabulous boozy breakfast, including new cocktails (shout out for the Lady Jane, the rhubarb/apple one and the off-menu..."
Bronwyn
"Ambience: 7/10Service: 8:10 Taste: 8/10 Value: 6/10Would recommend the soft shell crab and lamb shank curry. The popcorn..."
Hungrywombats
"Nice brunch menu on the weekend. Modern Asian flavours in traditional breakfast items.Pork and mushroom on french toast, $21.50, lovely..."
Affogato Addiction
"Had my birthday dinner here, both the food and the service was amazing!The favourite dish of the night was the steak, but nothing on that menu..."
Abby Durbridge
"Yo dawg. This place was the bomb, dawg. It really was good, dawg. Scotch fillet with spicy spice was perfecto, dawg. And dawg, I liked the cashew,..."
Biscuit Jeff
"Quirky multi level restaurant in the CBD. Food is great, and has a good amount of spice. Service could be less in-your-face but at least is friendly...."
Dumba
"Firstly I love that you can make a reservation at MM! No stressing about your partner grumbling that it’s taking ages and eventually finding..."
Chomp
"Second time back to magic mountain and it never disappoints. Service was amazing as always, they are always very friendly, happy and always joking..."
Debbie Tat
"Caught up with some girlfriends after work for dinner and drinks. The restaurants ambience is buzzing but at a volume that you don’t need to shout..."
Rachael Fisher
"I went there a few years ago and had a fond memory. Revisited last weekend and it did not disappoint! Get in on Friday or Saturday nights without..."
Sarah Bear
"First time to this place and I love the atmosphere here. The food may be a bit pricey but it tastes amazing! Definitely worth it coming here. My..."
Kristy Phan
"Came here for a team lunch and we all really enjoyed the food - customer service was also excellent! The batter for the Fried Calamari was fluffy and..."
T3
"Can be a bit noisy sometimes for conversation, but otherwise pretty nice atmosphere. The food is amazing and can be very spicy but probably worth the..."
Fatcat
"Excellent.Great drinks and cocktails.  Good vibe and great place to chill with friends.  Very accommodating menu, with many vegan..."
Bobby
"Love their food. So flavoursome and so fresh! Perfect with a cold beer. We come here after work a lot and even try to have brunch here once. I..."
Coco F
"First time at MMS. Service was great straightaway with immediately acknowledgement with a smile. We were given a booth upstairs and at the time we..."
YumYum
"Hard to find this great place, but once you do, it’s fantastic! Just look for the double MMs & make sure you book as it gets busy. Staff were all..."
Junnay
"Magic Mountain had a really nice vibe to it, cocktails were delicious however rather pricey. Our waiter was fantastic, extremely helpful and nice...."
Foodie By Heart 💓
"What everyone says about those rotis is true - so good! The food in general is delicious and the atmosphere is fun. A good place if you're in a..."
Accurate Ange
"Yummiest food + quick service great vibes, friendly staff, drinks are good. Have came back so many times and will be a regular again 😃 good for..."
Alana Schvwety Green
"I truly LOVE this place! it's very neatly hidden away on Little Collins st with nothing but an illuminated mountain sign to give it away. The inside..."
Amara
"I came here for a work lunch and Everything was delicious and presented well. Special mention to the papaya and avocado salad which I forgot to take..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"Overall the food was nice and service was great. We selected some options which we thought would cater for our vegetarians friends but actually..."
Buy All The Fries!
"Highlights - Pad Thai: best I’ve ever had. I am literally still thinking about it days later and want to come back just for it! The flavor was..."
The Honest Glutton
"Consistently excellent food and service, their staff are always a such pleasure to deal with! I’ve never had a bad experience here. The Kingfish is..."
Lucy Mills
"I wanted to try Magic Mountain for breakfast so bad, but alas I arrived after the cutoff. Nevertheless, lunch still really impressed me. I got the..."
Quince And Cheese
"We ordered the calamari and fried chicken. They were alright, wasn't impressed. But when the main dishes came, it totally changed my thought. The..."
Gin Tan
"I loved my experience here. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left, it was a brilliant night.The maitrè d was brilliantly..."
BeardedBruncher
"I must admit I wasn't sure about the red light within the restaurant but I enjoyed the modern funky ambience and music once I got in. The food was..."
Food For Thought
"Solid 4. Great place for a post lunch drink as we did this afternoon. Very relaxing place in mid afternoon nestling a rich Heathcote Shiraz. Nice..."
Two Sheds
"Came for my third visit today. Excellent as usual.We usually had the banquet with a table of eight but today , I brought my wife for a lunch..."
Gordon Yeong
"This place is probably better known for their dinner, but I came in on a weekday for breakfast. The restaurant is like a bar with dark lighting, so..."
LittleM
"Had a really yummy lunch and drinks. The waitress’s were all very helpful and attentive. We started with the curried rice balls which were nice..."
Kate
"Ambience: 4/5 Food: 4.5/5 Staff: 3.5/5 Will I return: Yes Visited on a cold Friday night with myPartner. Upon arriving,..."
AllyBelly
"Possibly one of the best dining experience I've had so far. The food was beyond amazing, the service was top notch (we had two lovely gentlemen..."
KrustyP
"Ambience is nice and stafffs are friendly. Pork belly and kale is a must try, sooo flavorsome. Kale is really a nice surprise. Would recommend mussel..."
Aria L
"Love, love, love this place. We’re repeat visitors because it’s always a great experience. Last night we’d booked a table for 7pm but were..."
Cat
"Found this place on zomato, and went there for supper, and boy! The food were amazingly delicious!!We ordered rice pancake bliss bomb, the..."
MF
"Who: Resident Photographer, Conflicted Pescatarian, Oxford Brosé, Mister Fantastic and New Northsider. Bloat score: 0 – Living the dream. It takes..."
Sonia Nair
"The pictures don’t do it justice...but this place is amazing!! 10/10!!! The service is great and attentive. But the food omggggg! The kingfish..."
Linda
"Stumbled across Magic mountain saloon while on little collins street. Very cozy atmosphere inside, my partner and i were only planning to stay for a..."
Talia
"We had breakfast here over the weekend and all I can say is... ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!We were expecting some pretty good food based on the..."
Mel
"Such a pleasant surprise! We went for a work lunch and had a banquet and the food was exceptional. Really reasonably priced for heaps of food!..."
Peta Southcombe
"Been here a couple of times already and the standard of food and drinks never disappoints. Never knew pork belly and kale went together so well...."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"We dined here recently for a pre theatre meal and had a wonderful evening. The standout dishes were the curried lamb cigars (four light pastry tubes..."
Followthefoodmelbourne
"Want the best sticky beef ribs? Then this is the place to be. The sticky beef ribs was flavoursome and accompanied very well with the duck stir fry..."
TweeVy Ngo
"Went here mor than on time, for drinks and dinnerIs my favourite Thai restaurant Staff really friendly Price super competitive..."
GL
"Been here for both brekky and for dinner now. Can confirm they do both sensationally. Not super cheap, but the meals aren't small either.Has a..."
Chris
"Fun restaurant for a date night. Great choice of red wines available. The veg dumpling are so so moreish. Green Papaya salad has just the right level..."
Brunny Girl
"Magic Mountain Saloon definitely did not disappoint! It's such a quirky looking place that you can't help but want to go in. The atmosphere was..."
Deana Cannatelli
"Love the decor of this place. Big white walls with big windows. Had a really delicious breakfast here upstairs for a friends birthday. Not your..."
Mo
"Magic Mountain Saloon is my favourite Thai restaurant in Melbourne...The dishes are always jam packed with flavour and generous serving size. I can't..."
Lucy Ferrer
"Best night out! My girlfriend made a booking for four of us for dinner - but the cocktails kept us here until the wee hours. Staff were excellent,..."
Michael Hughes
"Awesome! Had such a great night here with friends. Really nice vibe, fun but still relaxed. The food was so tasty - our fave was the Smoked Trout..."
Amelie Pringle
"Oh wow, I'm so glad I stumbled across this place - hidden near the multi level car park, there isn't even a sign on the door, so we sort of stumbled..."
ChiPs
"Magic Mountain Saloon was a bit hard to find as i could not find the sign outside the building in the rain. It was located right next to Wilson..."
Vegetarian Food Lover
"Service was excellent, food fell flat and uninteresting. Asked for mild papaya salad, had no flavor and was completely not spicy at all. Will come..."
Anna Likes Puddings
"So the mysterious magic mountain saloon has no actual sign on the outside, just a logo on the front door. When you first go, you just had to assume..."
The Jaminator
"Had some chilli lime chicken popcorn n bbq pork cheek Tastes good. It’s really a good place to go with a group of friends and try to..."
Milktealayer
"Magic Mountain Saloon is one of my favourite places in Melbourne. Since being introduced to it a few months ago, I’ve been back four times and each..."
Bogan Mum
"Loved the crispy pork belly with kale (though a tad spicy, yeah yeah I'm a fake Asian whatever). The rice balls with mozzarella were also pretty spot..."
Naomi Sutanto
"Definitely some magic going on here! You would assume by walking in, it would just be the one level.. but as you head for the restrooms, you keep..."
Mysy
"Like Cookie with the spice dialed up Magic Mountain delivers some super tasty fusion food and some pretty amazing cocktails.We came early..."
Espy Eats
"Went in for breakfast and couldn't look past the congee.  It was delicious ! The service was just excellent.  The lovely lady who served us was..."
Octomoose
"Located in Collins St, the place was quite packed on a weekday at 6pm. They've got a long list of cocktails which was exciting - I decided to go for..."
Wandering Ella
"Visited here once with friends. Loved the Red curry with duck. The curry taste very rich and deep in flavors. Duck is tender and juicy. A very nice..."
Ferry Gondo
"Highly recommend the Peking duck flat noodles and bbq wings with tamarind sauce !!!! It’s amazing ❤️❤️❤️ however I found the music to..."
WeenMin Kang
"It was my first time at Magic Mountain the other day and I must say I am definitely coming back with many more. Amazingly delicious food. Perfect..."
Little Bit Of Everything
"Absolutely delicious for awesome food and drinks on top of fabulous service! Must go in groups though as most dishes are for sharing. But seriously..."
The Food Baby Maker
"Place is pleasant for after work drinks and snacks but for dinner it is a bit too loud and too dim. Service was great, we were always attended to..."
Kevin
"Thai food is popular, Chin Chin, Cookie, and here Magic Mountain. I first came here for my birthday dinning with friends last year. First experince..."
Leng Mettarikanon
"Love this place! Great food. Great service and you can book! The food is amazing. Each fish came out immaculately presented and as good as it..."
Joan Lee
"What a cool place to have a bite to eat and a drink. Love the atmosphere with awesome music and a great vibe. Definitely one of the best bars in..."
Steve Levon
"Was here about a month ago and forgot to review it. However, still remember the experience.The overall vibe is awesome here. The music was..."
Kevin Jung Hak Yun
"The food is 10/10! Great Thai fusion the flavours are unbelievable. Seating and lighting is dim however. The upstairs area is much more intimate then..."
Foodlover
"Pretty good eating here, we ordered some entrees, popcorn chicken which wasn't just dry crumb chicken pieces (about 15 pieces per serve, just incase..."
Serge Charles
"Came here for dinner due to nice reviews they had and the place certainly didn't disappoint us. We ordered the feed me menu and there were plenty of..."
Yos William
"We had the most incredible night at Magic Mountain on Saturday night. We are already planning to go back ASAP. The food was amazing, delicious and..."
Elizabeth Green
"Nestled in Little Collins Street, the entrance to Magic Mountain Saloon beckons. It is reminiscent of how I imagine Emma (the lead character) felt..."
Nayomi Wickramasinghe
"Amazing food n drinks! Only criticism the dessert was small to share for 3 people but other than that the fooooood was amazing! Esp the chefs..."
Shivan Patel
"Great food, great service, great experience all round. Might have just been the dishes that I ordered but I found all the dishes were quite heavy..."
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Conservatory
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"went for a special family occasion. conservatory didnt disappoint. my dads birthday went well.. so much variety..."
Show Me The Yummy
"Went during their lobster night, extremely worth it! Food were fresh as they were constantly replenished and everyone left..."
Annabelle Woo
"Nice place for a special Occasion with a great view but they should be more generous with the oysters..."
Hattie He
"Loved the experience. It was very crowded when I went which slowed the service of tea and coffee. Otherwise fantastic and I’ll come..."
Tivs
"Good food and quality food! Freshness is number one, seafood mainly oyster and other seafood are nice but others are just okay, if you’re a fan of..."
天军
"I went to crown today for my best friend’s birthday to do the lunch-time buffet and it exceeded my expectations. I was asked straight away if I had..."
Bella Drimer
"Love a good high tea with friends! The cakes were the best! I highly recommend here for a lovely experience...."
Saygs_
"Conservatory is the most beautiful buffet restaurant I ever been in Melbourne. The restaurant ambience was amazing follow by the food is Yum and the..."
Hungrytummy
"A delicious experience with a buffet of the highest quality. The food is outstanding. An amazing range of foods including Indian, chinese, Italian,..."
Two Sheds
"Beautiful restaurant located in Crown that attracts a large diverse crowd, hungry for not only the food but the lovely experience this buffet..."
Kylie
"4.5Such a beautiful surrounding at The Conservatory. The staff on the day were so attentive and service was top notch. We went on a Wednesday..."
Mike W
"I'm usually not a fan of buffets. I'd much rather a joint that's specializing in their own cuisine but there's something about conservatory that's..."
Jasmine
"Food glorious food!The conservatory brings out a great spread. I'd never been but was always keen to go. Finally got a chance for my..."
Alisha
"Truly enjoyable service! Booked on open table and requested a window seat and had such a lovely view of the city.Food was delicious and for..."
Naeve Parsons
"We decided to pretend we were tourists in our own city and try the buffet breakfast at Crown Conservatory! For $45 this was a great price for all the..."
Cmzajicek
"One of the best buffet in Melbourne. A very good price with such great variety of foodTasty food:Prawn salad and other..."
Charlotte Cooper
"Probably one of the most beautiful buffet I have ever been. I was kind of hoping for the space to be larger and more variety of food but received..."
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"I came to the Conservatory with one of my best friends for her birthday. The food was amazing, there was lots to choose from. My friend is..."
Gabby McGregor
"Would recommend ! Decent price for seafood night, had a lot of lobster crayfish so was worth it. Would recommend if you were dining with family and..."
Tasteforyourbuds
"This was my first time here; I came here for my best friend's 21st. Walking in, we were greeted by a lovely staff member who..."
Dine And Dash
"Went on the last day for Paul Thiéblemont's Afternoon Tea In London. He is Executive Pastry Chef visiting from the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park,..."
Leo
"Would definitely recommend coming here for breakfast at least once. Selection is varied and good service.The space itself is beautiful. Go..."
AnotherAsianAbroad
"Enjoyed lunch with the cousins and wanted to enjoy a bit of a fancy fare. The conservatory was certainly a great place to enjoy a great range of..."
Split The Bill
"There's not much to add to what has already been said about this iconic buffet at the Crown casino. It was actually reasonably priced for a weekday..."
Sunny Days Melbourne
"Went for breakfast today and WOW what options !! I haven’t had breakfast at the conservatory for years we normally eat in the crystal club but the..."
Bruna Catalano
"It’s been a while since I’ve dined at Conservatory and I must say that the renovations were lovely. Can imagine doing the High Tea..."
PS91
"If you’re not a fan of buffets you will be surprised by the Crown’s Conservatory. Recently renovated decor provides an elegant and sophisticated..."
Bani Mehta
"really nice! loved the look of the restaurant, and the staff were always extremely helpful too 😊 the food was so delicious! so many different..."
THE PARMA COUPLE
"BREAKFAST REVIEW:If you're after a buffet of champions, breakfast at Conservatory is where you need to be. With a selection of breakfast..."
@brunchgirl
"generally nice but the variety of dishes is a little bit less...very good service and a nice environment. I hope to been there again. But for lunch..."
Ssuncy
"Elegant, stylish, classy and luxurious. Crown’s Conservatory sets the standard in high end hotel buffets.My family and I went to the..."
Foodz0r
"Came here for birthday dinner.Lovely food with beautiful views. A great place to celebrate a special occasion.A large variety of..."
Lina's Music House
"Step into the opulent surrounds of Conservatory, Melbourne's finest and most indulgent buffet destination for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon..."
Robin
"Visited March 2019Buffet style Restaurant.. Booking place are recommendedLocation : ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Table/Space :..."
1of6™
"Came here to celebrate my recent birthday on the premises it had high expectations from other reviews. I was not disappointed with the outcome, the..."
Claire Walker
"We were here our Work lunch, buffet lunch here we come ... what an amazing variety and beautiful decoration.. they also gave us free parking for..."
Lyonee Dang
"The interior of this place is so nice 😍 I loved all their buffet options !! Everything was so fresh, flavourful and TASTY!! The oysters..."
Connie
"Came here to celebrate my anniversary with my partner. The ambiance is really nice. Service is great and they kindly to provide us “happy..."
Eatwithbonny
"One of my favourite place to eat in melbounreMeat is so tender and niceI have eaten here a fair bit and Everytime it's a good..."
Samual
"Selection may not be as broad as some buffets but the quality was really impressive. Lovely ambiance and service. Price is on the higher end but..."
Alex Hoong
"Upper class high tea at its finest 👌🏻 legit best high tea we’ve ever experienced, it is pricey but it is so worth it! They top up frequently..."
Why__dee
"Definitely one of the beautifully designed buffet I've ever been to. It is always lovely to come back and to be seated on their white comfy..."
Sweet.connoisseur
"Where all you can eat buffet is concerned, this one is top notch, a good variety of food, all fresh and tasty, my favourite by far.The look and..."
Ana Jansz
"Paid $95 pp weekday dinner. My partner and I had to make a reservation booking 3 hours before dinning. Beware, cancellation payment would be..."
Beatrice Javier
"This place was to die for. The food was amazing, loads of choice from seafood to salads or Asian to Indian and western foods, we were spoilt for..."
Srslyfoods
"Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Taste: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Ambiance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Value:..."
Daniel
"I was stunned with the décor of the resrtaurant.When we walked in, there is a choc fountain on the left, then the hot food starting indian..."
Junghoo Kim
"If I feel like having buffet, this is the place to go.They have great selection of cold starter, wide selection of cuisine from sushi to cured..."
Hon
"If you’re looking for that special something, this is the place. This beautiful Art Deco dining hall offers a beautiful dining experience coated in..."
Agreekable
"I have been here for several times, service is professional, sea foods are fresh. Haven’t found anything special. The decoration is good..."
Cheryllsun
"There are such a big variety of food to choose from as well as it was many different types of cuisine to suit just about everyone . There was Western..."
Sabrina Trung
"This buffet is probably the best buffet in Melbourne. I loved their food as there were rich flavours from three main cuisines. I enjoyed the..."
Katerina
"I absolutely love this place and will be definitely coming next time for a good quality food satisfaction. My absolute favourites were the dessert,..."
Tonii Astorga
"Update: Conservatory no longer serves lobster in their Friday night buffet. You can still purchase lobster, but pre-ordered at $35 per serve...."
Crabapples For Lunch
"I honestly expected way more choices for the price. The food was pretty good. Some of it was really good, some of it was ok.It was nice to..."
TheyCallHimX
"Lunch at Conservatory was an excellent buffet spread, which reminded me of the buffets we used to enjoy with our relatives in Hong Kong. There was a..."
Expat Gourmand
"White or milk chocolate fountain? Both please! Great fondue for strawberries, marshmallows and fruits! I've been to this place for lunch..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Family visited Saturday for lunch. Very pleasant atmosphere and comfortable table layout & seating. Good selection of food from cold dishes including..."
Brad Lederman
"went to this place for my 21st birthday dinner with friends and I completely fell in love with this place. The ambience is just perfect. I believe I..."
Anshul Khurana
"This place has such a lovely ambiance, I loved the chocolate fountain. Didn’t eat any but it was lovely to watch and mesmerizing (weird I know)! ..."
LC
"Really excellent breakfast eatery.  Incredible selection from the buffet, with attentive and polite service and a great vibe.  Definitely worth a..."
WingCommander
"My daughter brought me here for the new Circus themed High Tea and it was amazing! At first, I thought the $70 price seemed overly expensive but it..."
Maria Condello
"It was great. Didn't expect much, just visited there for the special event, but I felt so grateful and happy. Food was great, having many range of..."
Sonia
"Well what can I say but Amazing/ Opulent/ Stunning Building!! Service Amazing!! Staff very Helpful & Accommodating Food to die for especially the..."
Lena Boros
"Came here on a weekday lunch and paid $75 pp with a complementary drink. It was such a great experience and pretty good value. We were all pretty..."
Juventia Wu
"One of the higher quality buffet restaurants I’ve experienced. There was a large variety in high quality hot and cold foods. My favourite dishes..."
jayjaytruviews
"Amazing place to go for a really nice lunch or dinner. Food is delicious. Only thing that could make it better is if a few non alcoholic cold drinks..."
Danielle Langsford-Tabone
"Loved the place and the food is not bad. Great selection. Chef was nice he found time to eplain which food did not contain egg and they even cooked..."
mai indasan
"Went to the conservatory for my parents’ wedding anniversary mostly because of its ambience so we had little expectations for their food. The..."
Michelle Woo
City Bbq Restaurant
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Cheap Eats
"Really enjoyed my experience here! Food was so nice and easy to chew, such a cute place im in love with how the dining area is laid out! Workers are..."
Jessica T Nguyen
"One of the best bbq restaurant i have ever been to. Very consistent in taste, they have a few in Jakarta, Indonesia and taste just as good if not..."
Stephanie Ady
"Really nice..."
The Melb Foodie
"홀에서 서빙하시는분이 너무 친절하고 잘 살펴봐 주셔서 맛있게 먹었습니다. 디나 라는 분께서 봐주셨는데 너무..."
전연재
"Favourite kbbq spot ever! Good food and good..."
Vivian Pham
"good food good..."
Rachel Pan
"Beautiful food and amazing atmosphere. Great service from all staff especially from..."
CorzDaFoodie
"Ordered------------------------------1. Beef belly - Very good2. Marinated Wagyu Beef Short Rib Meat - Very good3. Pork Belly -..."
Alice
"Legit. Tasty. Getonit.Gets packed, and for parents-- no lift to get..."
John Customer
"Favourite kbbq place in Melbourne. Comfortable seating and food is very consistent. Great service..."
Thuy Lu
"Meats here is next level but do expect to pay an additional $10-15pp compared to an average korean bbq. End up to be $48 per person shared between 4..."
CARMEN
"Delicious and scrumptious portions. Everything was fresh and of a high quality. Smiley and accommodative staff that explains and assists you with..."
Lenka.hadravova
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Akayo Xu
"Visited here twice recently, i have to say here is the best Korean restaurant in Melbourne in the sense that they offer some fresh “ssam” veggies..."
Hannahmay828
"#BMAfavourites || We went to hunt down some amazing Naengmyeon (Korean cold noodles) from @borngamelbourne yesterday! It was a dish I didn’t get to..."
Bigmelbappetite
"One of my best Korean bbq eatery in the town. Worth coming back again and again. Service and foods are really..."
Mousom Sarkar
"This place is always packed. Love their signature thinly sliced beef. Fresh leaves to wrap the meat with. Friendly..."
Annie Ye
"Bornga is a busy KBBQ franchise restaurant in Chinatown. We definitely recommend booking or coming earlier to get a table. If there is a wait, they..."
JM
"Good Korean barbecue. Tables are well set out and food is fresh, with tasty condiments. Friendly..."
Dumba
"The waiting time provided by restaurant is pretty accurate, good system so you don't have to be there the whole time. Delicious foods, the meat was..."
Iris
"Had always wanted to try this place out but every time I had a chance it would be fully booked. Highly recommend making a booking. Upon opening at..."
All About The Feeds
"Wait time on a Friday night - 45 minutes.Service - it's there but probably a bit understaffed during peak hoursNoise levels  - lively and..."
Croissant Lady 91
"Probably my favourite Korean BBQ in Melbourne, great service, the food was delicious, but the choice of the lettuce were my favourite part, I never..."
FoodieInMel
"Recently discovered this place and is by far my fave kbbq in melbourne at the moment. Staff are always friendly and willing to help. You get quality..."
Coleen.hernando
"Easily my favourite Korean bbq in the city so far. What it lacks in fancy side dishes it makes up in it’s meat quality, leafy green compliments and..."
Foodie Takes Melb
"Amazing decoration in this restaurant I loved the view. The food was delicious with heaps of side dishes and salad to wrap the bbq meat. Luckily we..."
Lyonee Dang
"Yummy Korean bbq place, the food is fresh and healthy. Price of the food is more pricier then other Korean bbq restaurant and meat serving is small...."
Food Lover
"This is my FAVOURITE restaurant in melb! I highly recommend it. The ambience and service were great, it wasn’t smoky at all, and we had one waiter..."
Priscilla Yeo
"Woo Samgyeop ($23/150g)⭐️ 4.5/5 ⭐️🍴Always great to have #koreanbbq especially in the winter cold. #bornga has outlets all over..."
Cafehoppingkids
"I went when this place was newly opened. The atmosphere was really fancy and I loved the interior (not as dark and smokey as other KBBQ). We had the..."
Kheng OMNOM
"Great Korean BBQ!I've been to several Korean BBQ places in Melbourne so far and this is my favorite amongst them. Very quick and friendly staff,..."
Cludy Foodie
"Bornga is great. I was impressed by the well-designed menu that made me mouthwatering at the start and it did not disappoint me at all. It’s got a..."
5ilverr
"Straight off the bat, ambience was very nice!Plenty of fresh tasting side dishes and veggies to wrap your meats inWonderful dining..."
Taylor Le
"My favourite Korean BBQ place in Melbourne. Not only about the food quality, but value for money. Their signature beef slices have be marinated..."
Miss Question
"Their quality of food and professional services give them 5 stars. The restaurant looks modern and spacious compared to all other K-bbq and their..."
Huong Dang
"Super packed, not sure if you can book but expect the long wait. Food choices are limited but my favourite is there massive dish of veggies to wrap..."
Tasteforyourbuds
"Another one of my favourite Korean BBQ restaurants. The sides are great and although I never finish all my lettuce I think it's nice that they..."
KitsuneAndFood 🦊
"Amazing quality meatWe ordered the kkot Sal- the marbling of the fat gorgeous. The meat just melts in your mouth! We were left mesmerised, and..."
Lora
"Food 4/5Service 5/5Environment 4/5The best kimchi in Melbourne, I think that’s why the famous chef can earn that much all over..."
Paul In OZ
"It’s always so difficult to get a table here without a booking but we were in the city early around opening time so we snatched a table. The decor..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"Tasty food, nice environment and great service. Thanks for the Korean girl who served our BBQ for lunch today! You have beautiful smiles and great..."
Iris
"Amazing. Don’t be put off by the long wait! Went on a Friday night with a group of 6, and had to wait 45mins-1hr but it was definitely worth..."
Lynette
"As a non-expert in Korean food I found this place excellent in terms of ambiance, taste and friendliness of the staff! The portions are a tad small,..."
Kai Fuong
"Really satisfied with the food and customer service. Just came this afternoon, order 3 serves meat, and rice & spicy tofu soup. All the food using..."
Lina Chen
"Looove this place. We came to this place for lunch and they were not so busy that time. The staff are sooooo nice here! The signature beef BBQ are..."
SSSangria
"Upstairs in this cavernous room, escape from the bustle of Chinatown for a delicious Korean feast. Once seated at the enormous tables, choose from..."
J0yy173
"As a Korean I am naturally inclined to have high expectations when it comes to Korean food... but what a great Korean dining experience this was!..."
Jamie
"One of my fav korean bbq places in Melb! The marinade taste is quite unique here and it’s super tasty. Although we had to wait for 1hr to get..."
Linda Zhang
"4.5 out of 5I can say that this is one of the best of kbbq in melbourne that I’ve ever tried so far...It tastes soo delicious, with a..."
Khorry Sila
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Lorna
"Good meal. Try the BBQ , soup , pancake and potato noodles and come with more. The soup with rice is really yummy, not spicy, the potato soup is a..."
Sweet N Spicy Queen
"Tried this place twice, I was very impressed with their salad selection - so fresh and went so well with their cuts of marinated beef and pork belly..."
Hong Truong
"Super pretty venue and decorated well with korean vibes. So many choices. Loved their soft pancake. The place is always packed so it’s good to make..."
Monka
"brought my dad here for his 56th he loved it!just genuinely good food, fair prices and a great atmosphere.and i love the refills on side..."
Geans
"A handsome man with nice glasses cut up my foods for me, and now I have a lovely new patronising Korean air-hostess-mum. Thanks Bornga,..."
Felix Millar
"No joke, one of the best Korean restaurants I’ve ever been to. Super impressed with their service, the waiter cooked all of our meats for us (which..."
Helen Suhalim
"Will be back for:+ BBQ Beef Brisket+ BBQ Beef Premium cut+ Grilled Galbi Beef with rice cakeThis has now become one of my..."
The Casual Diner
"Yummy BBQ and cheeky toilets, the kimchi soup is not the best I had tasted in Melbourne, sea food pancake is tasty. They offer 5% discount if you pay..."
Gwen Kwan
"4 years ago while i still live in singapore,i went many many times to bornga,even until my partner complaint me always korean food..Bornga..."
Wendy Lim
"It good to know that there is a Korean BBQ with satisfying experience as well as low prices in Melbourne. Went with friends and each of us only paid..."
Evelyn Chen
"Every Korean BBQ has their specialty thing, and it is definitely the Woo Samgyeop. The service is pretty good, they're onto everything very quickly...."
Dani Boudville
"Absolutely, delicious and very friendly staffs.U sam gyub and wagyu was fantastic taste and lots of vegetable and side dishes was very delicious..."
Eunjung Lee
"Bought the Bornga cold noodles -$16. Unexpectedly, it was a huge portion so definitely order the half size if you’re not sharing. The buckwheat..."
Jaci
"2 people went to Korean bbq restaurant. The reason I want to try is that the big picture of Korean famous chef in the front door. I was used to watch..."
Carol1052
"✩ We arrived at 4:30pm for our booking on a Saturday. Staff were prompt and showed us to our table. ✩ Staff kindly showed us how to order from..."
Michael
"Delicious food (good value for money), we ordered three meats for three people and it was enough to make us feel content but not sickly full. At the..."
Joie Lou
"My family brought me at this beautiful Korean restaurant in the city for my birthday treat. Such a cozy restaurant with spacious seating arrangement...."
R Bena
"I have heard many have put their heart to this restaurant when it comes to K-BBQ. Now I understand the reason, and yes, I also put my heart here. In..."
Cindy C Rahardjo
"We are given 1 and half hour for the lunch. The staff are attentive and the ordering system is very efficient and easy. As we are non beef eater,..."
Andrew Tan
"Good meats and superb flavours. The cucumber cold soup is so refreshing. Staff are very attentive. The direct to kitchen ordering system is..."
Harry Sekhon
"Easy to order, amazing food and a great way to enjoy BBQ. My favourite was the Woo Samgyeop. The meat for this cooked so quickly and was really yummy..."
Danee Gorman
Potsticker Restaurant
83/100 (592 ratings)
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"The son (Ryan) is annoyinghe kept on dancing around the restaurant singing let it go.Only 5% discount and the yum cha smells like..."
Lochlan DEGENHARDT
"Went there today just to check it out. Not crowded around 12 noon, Saturday (more people arriving later). The place looks great inside, the fountain..."
NZAURUSS
"went here with my man for valentines day. had rice and pork waffles for entree which was pretty good, the sauce on the pork smelt awful but tasted..."
Karvah McClellan
"Finally tried this place out after driving past it all the time it’s actually pretty good the food is all well priced and service is also good food..."
Paul Delaney
"Living in this area, Potsticker was a good surprise. However their service is a bit up and down. We were served a bit rudely by one of the waitress..."
Chandnidugal
"Plusses slightly more than the minuses - a bit of a "Hit n Miss" this place. The venue itself has had a chequered history over the years - many other..."
Eric Low
"Yum Cha where you fill out a list & they bring the dishes out. Very good, as usual. Standout items - special fried rice & mandarin beef. Extensive..."
Manmar
"Took the family for dinner and everyone loved it. The food was spot on and the service was friendly and efficient. The dumplings were very tasty and..."
Matt White
"Nice venue in Caulfield, it even has a fountain/pond area to dine around! The service here is good and very professional and the food is good without..."
Spudsburgeradventures
"worth to try. come with my friends birthday party .  very good decoration and staff  is polite.  like here a lot. just the price is a bit..."
宋学军
"Delicious dumplings & the salt & pepper calamari is amazing!! To be honest, I haven't had 1 bad thing from here ever! Service is always lovely too &..."
Constantina Kyriazis
"A very solid Chinese restaurant with a nice varied menu. Everything had it's own taste and flavour (I've often find that some Chinese places can have..."
King Cole
"A throughly enjoyable meal of dim sum, beef randang, salt & pepper squid, eggplant, roti & rice - fantastic flavours! The staff are great, ..."
Badabooma
"Favourite Asian style food, salt and pepper tofu is to die for ! Restaurant is spacious, have had a few big tables there and the staff are great !..."
NK
"First time here and we left satisfied and happy. Food is excellent quality and fresh. Service is pleasant and speedy. We will be back for sure and..."
Traveller7201
"Consistently excellent. Love ordering from here, we always get the chills chicken dumplings and sesame beef loin, with steamed rice and pork buns,..."
Gemma
"We love this place. I don't understand the bad reviews, we think it is amazing. The Malay Style King Prawns are so delicious and the most gigantic..."
Cara Griesberg
"Great dumpling. I have tried some of the best dimsums at potsticker. My favourite was the beef. Dumpling. We ordered crispy chicken and teriyaki beef..."
Stephy
"Had yum Cha on wed excellent food . Service very good..."
Roz Swadling
"If you want good Chinese food, you've got to expect a bit of a price rise. I love the food here. The wait staff are very attentive and you can tell..."
Tamara Goostrey
"A pearl. Great location, excellent service & delicious food. Had twice already chicken basil. Not cheap..."
Bianca.voegele
"An easy evening. Very nice food at a reasonable price. service was attentive and atmosphere Is family..."
Laza999
"Dumpling heaven. Firstly I never pay attention to a negative review written by a person with one review to their name. Anyway I had been wanting to..."
Feeding_frenzy
"Yum cha lunch...ok. Attended at 12pm on a Friday for lunch.I had read plenty of outstanding reviews of the restaurant so I thought that I had..."
The Tastebud
"Food was delicious and reasonably priced, service was excellent, friendly/helpful staff and lovely atmosphere. We'll definitely be going back and..."
Jo
"Recommended.. Haven't dined in but get a lot of takeaway from here. Highly recommend the poached red chilli chicken dumplings, XO chilli..."
GB
"The food here was soooo good!!! And the service was great. It's true they didn't give the price of specials like other reviews state but you could..."
Sammywk
"Loved the dumplings and mango..."
Food LOve
"Been twice. Excellent food, meat dishes are cooked to perfection, very fresh. Like the decor. Efficient..."
Mariposa
"Good food. Yum Cha is good, been here twice now and enjoyed both occasions. Make sure you ask for the list so you can order your favourites,..."
Sarah
"On a busy saturday night we were placed at the communal water feature table which had a brightly lit tree in the middle of it. Certainly something..."
Ann
"Been twice. Have been twice once for dinner and once for Yumcha - think the Yum cha dissapointing as you need to order the sharing plates - but..."
NC
"Not bad. A little pricey but fairly tasty. We'll be..."
Sandy
"We love coming here as a family. Favorites include: the unusual but tasty laksa dumplings. The honey chicken is a big hit with the kids. Service is..."
Bestqualitycrab
"This place is great!. This is a review that is not written after a one off experience. I have been to the Potsticker around 5 times and that is..."
Annetteblight
"This place seems to have become a victim of some cowardly hate campaign. Just check out the incredibly generic "usernames" and multiple posts by the..."
Chunk Alunk
"What negative nonsense some people concoct. My experience was positive, the prawns were big and fresh (not the frozen type), the dumplings were..."
Amanda
"Excellent but Pricey. Can not fault food or service, price a little expensive compared with similar yum cha ie oriental tea house or..."
John Sanza
"Great modern Asian food we get takeaway once a week. I was abit tentative when they moved in as everything before pots ticker in this venue has been..."
Nikki O
"I went for dinner there a few weeks back and it was nice, then decided to go for yum cha... Hmmmm well it was ok.. Very expensive for yum cha.. The..."
Darren Greenway
"Best Beef Potstockers!. We've had take away from here a couple of times and it's been fantastic! The panfried beef potstickers are delicious, best..."
Fleur Luke
"Pleasant. We had a lovely yum cha. Great Peking duck and a few different things. Overall great food but a touch..."
Brilea
"Very Promising. Service was prompt and attentive, food was delicious. The dumplings we had as an entree were exceptional and I will be back for yum..."
Flapjacks O'Brien
"Love this new local!. Just reading the other reviews on this page and cant believe how harsh they are to a restaurant that has only just opened? I..."
Yasmin
"Wow.... An amazing dining experience, menu, food and service were beyond expectations, a welcome addtion to dining in..."
DA
"Five of us came to The Potsticker in Caulfield North on a Saturday night for a feed. We ordered two of the Aussie Banquets, as well as vegetable..."
Emily May
"The pork waffle and dumplings were great! The XO prawns were a bit of a let down but the other mains were tasty. The fried ice cream and fried Banana..."
Merhini Nesiah
"Went to Potsticker for a birthday dinner, and experience was outstanding! Staff were great, nice to talk to- and efficient in taking your..."
Christopher Heywood
"Very tasty yum cha with excellent service and wine list in lovely setting. Ornamental blossom tree with lights and water feature is a highlight..."
Hazel Megas
"Beautiful venue with beautiful food and attentive staff. Lovely place to sit down for Chinese..."
Nara Lee
"The water feature within the venue adds to an additional touch to the otherwise nicely layout restaurant. Menu selection at lunchtime is done through..."
Les K
"Would 100% recommend this place. The food was amazing! And the variety of drinks is incredible. Great cocktails and a wide range of..."
Nikita Varma
Red Emperor Chinese Restaurant
82/100 (2160 ratings)
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"Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️Taste: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Ambience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Value: ⭐️⭐️⭐️The..."
Daniel
"Came here for yumcha. The dim sums are very traditional and yummy, but lack uniqueness.The place is situated inside Southgate and in a more..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"We had a large, loud group of people for dinner and the staff did a great job dealing with us. No orders were missed and the food was really good..."
Amy Davis
"This has to be one of the best Chinese restaurants in Melbourne. Food, service and ambience make a wonderful dining experience, also be sure you..."
Justin Mohamed
"A regular go to place whenever we crave Chinese, Red Emperor always delivers and satisfies the Chinese food cravings. Love the fish and beef with..."
Pav Arneja
"We have been going here for 24 years to have Yum Cha at least on a par with ANY in the world let alone Melbourne. Simon and Christine are excellent..."
G Peter Robert
"Have you ever checked out a progressive dinner? It is a fab idea to try 3 restaurants in one night!What an absolutey gorgeous restraunt..."
Split The Bill
"I have visited Red Emperor on several occasions and it always delivers. The san choy bow was the best I’ve ever had.The filling was very..."
Louise
"We came here for the all you can eat yum cha on Mother's Day. The place was fully booked but food was served fairly quickly. The dumplings were well..."
Hangry Horace
"Polite & pleasant customer service, with staff who attended to all our needs. We ordered the salt & pepper calamari, peking duck & prawn dishes. All..."
🌊Pilates🐇Nurse🤸Nutrition🥑
"This place never fails to impress with food. We first went to Red Emperor 10 years ago and it was amazing food back then. Attended Mother’s Day..."
Vallia Dahdouh Meseiha
"Love the fresh lobsters and crabs here. Been here serval time for yum cha as well, beautiful view to the river as well, one of my favorite Chinese..."
FBriacliff
"Attended a banquet lunch here in the enclosed dining area. The service was impeccable, as to be expected for such fine dining Chinese. Food was..."
Julycheee
"We came to Red Emperor for yumcha on Sunday as part of my partner’s work social club Chinese New Year activities. It was a group of 12 people, 8..."
Jolene Lim
"I booked this place not knowing too much about it. To be honest, it was around Christmas and most places were closed or already fully booked so I was..."
Nick.mt.ooi
"Went for a work lunch and had yum cha. Got the choice between all-you-can-eat for $45 or just pay for consumption. Hard choice to make, but we went..."
I. D.
"Was there on the weekend (Saturday) for yum Cha and very happy with the food and service. There are wide varieties (good quality restaurant made) dim..."
Lianne
"Pretty pricey, but pretty good food. We have been here a couple of times for work events. It's usually pretty busy with people on office lunches...."
Justin
"Lovely spot located on South Bank. My children's first yum cha experience did not disappoint.We had a lovely meal for the 7 people in our..."
Sarena & Eashvar Chhotu
"Delicious food! Our waitress was so nice, we got the Banquet A for two people and it was delicious. Our waitress explained each course to us and we..."
Vanessa Nolan
"Visited last week - casual business lunch - for YumCha on a Wednesday at midday.  Sat outdoors near the balcony facing the Yarra.  Have been here I..."
Eric L
"The piking shredded beef was a standout! Lovely ambience and extremely friendly staff that are attentive to your needs. Delicious cookies and a..."
Junayed Chowdhury
"Incredible food! Particularly enjoyed the calamari which I think is a must for anyone thinking of going here. Service was excellent with the..."
Luke Strehle
"Amazing location, spectacular views, friendly and courteous staff. Excellent banquet options, outstanding ala-carte and yum cha and classic Chinese..."
Sohini Haldar
"We went here last night for dinner and ordered the chicken spring rolls, beef with shiitake mushrooms and the beef black bean which all tasted..."
The Hangry One
"I had somewhat low expectations, as many of the Southbank restaurants are tourist traps that don't rely on repeat customers. I'm happy to say that I..."
Rick Branham
"We went to a pre theatre meal and ordered slightly off menu with one of the dishes they where very obliging and the meal arrived without delay and..."
Bruce Collins
"Lunched today at the Red Emperor for the first time in over 10 years and ordered their Red Emperor Mandarin Chicken (stir-fried chicken breast fillet..."
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
"Yummy yummy Chinese cooking! Went with a friend; we tried the Banquet A. The Dim Sum and the Ginger Prawn dish was superb. The fried rice (we changed..."
Arijit Das
"Good service, the waiters were polite & helpful, the trolley cart people didn't give us greasies everytime we chose nothing from their cart. Very..."
Sophie S
"A royal in name only, the food is "common". Went for dinner with family members one night to celebrate a reunion. First course was sang choy bau,..."
Irene Hillier
"Went on Sunday for All You Can Yum Cha for 3 people ($55 per person). I got a table at the balcony with a nice view and it was well covered and warm...."
Cxndii
"Located at Southgate, Southbank a casual walk away from my place, this was a surprising delight. The place was recommended by my parents and it..."
Grace Sia
"Had the Yum cha Buffet. Amazing choice, quality and value. Dumpling of high quality and a huge range from standard to deluxe dishes.          ..."
Wayne Tam
"Came here for yumcha lunch today for Chinese new year. The place was buzzing with people and the balcony overlooks the riverside which was a a great..."
FoodHedonist
"Cantonese Restaurant with the best view of Melbourne.Enviable location, elevated views of Melbourne.Another restaurant that we go..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Excellent NYE banquet, if extortionately priced! I've spent less money at The Flower Drum!! I'll be back, to sample their normal everyday..."
Manmar
"Excellent service food and wine experienced here with a client. You need to be hungry before coming here and eat their banquet. You will not be..."
Conisseur
"GREAT YUM CHA, GREAT LOCATION, FRIENDLY STAFF BUT SERVICE NEEDS TO IMPROVE -- I visited this place despite the low ratings and I am glad I did. I had..."
Lulu T. Legrand
"One more great Chinese restaurant, wonderful yam cha (Dim sum), I would have expected a better service but I think they just don't care as they get..."
Kiran Dikshit
"Red Emperor is known for its excellent BBQ pork buns, or cha siu bao. The bun was soft and delicate, the pork filling rich and sweet. These are..."
Amy W
"This was by far my favorite hot and sour soup of all time. Very delicious. The man from China even agreed, it was a 10/10. After the soup we all..."
Brian
"It’s my all time favorite place to eat Yum Cha. I’ve been going there for over 5 years now. The quality of the food is..."
Laura Brown
"Now located one level down, Red Emperor is now a much more intimate space, it's a touch stifling for me, but that's because I intensely missed those..."
Ashley
"Birthdays aren't usually a big thing for me or my family. My birthdays have generally been pretty low key and some years I don't think I even..."
Ashley
"My fav yum cha!. Bit of a foodie ( but aren't we all), and yum cha is one of my favourite Asian lunches. Others include pho ( cold weather), Korean ,..."
Jim_shim
"Great to have so many GLUTEN FREE choices. Really knowledgable staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our 3 hour..."
Paulie
"Best service!!!!!!!!!!!. They had the best service i've ever received in Melbourne, and the staff were lovely!!! i had dinner there and the food was..."
Michelle
"Excellent Yum Cha. On a recent girly weekend in Melbourne, we chose Red Emperor for a Saturday lunch as we both craved some yum cha and the place had..."
Melisa Lewins
"Fantastic range, great value for money and be sure to have the S&P Calamari. Warning the chilli paste that comes with dumplings is..."
Tim
"Good quality chinese dishes. Good quality chinese food but comes with a price tag and small portions. Ambience - good. Staff - average( depends on..."
Chan Hsu Mei
"April 2022. What a nice place! Not "inexpensive" but very good value for a very high quality meal. We wanted a good "Chinese" meal, and we got the..."
Cam Balzer
"This restaurant has withstood the test of time. I remember coming here 20 years ago and my most recent visit was Xmas Eve 2021. Food is delicious...."
Valyn White
"Authentic Chinese food prepared with style. The staff is very friendly, even some of them don't speak a fluent English, but the service is great. My..."
Vladimir Velikov
"If you’re a yum cha fiend and can polish off 8 to a dozen plates by yourself, Red Emperor is a great option for lunch. All you can eat yum cha -..."
David Maddison
"Came here for lunch. The place is buzzing with customers. We ordered Tim sum. The dim sum was good. Prawns dim sum was fresh. Service was good..."
Daniel Soo
"There's a choice of all you can eat yum cha or a la carte here. So definitely something to keep in mind if you can eat your money's worth! All the..."
Hello. imnikki
"they are a little pricey but for the location , i guess is reasonable. they pushing a little trolley with the Dim Sun which is pretty nice, a little..."
Lee Yu Xuan
"The staff were very friendly and service was excellent. The food was excellent, fresh and very tasty. Best Chinese meal I have had in years. Would..."
Gabrielle Lyons
East Imperial
82/100 (522 ratings)
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"I came for Sunday Yum Cha yesterday with a group of 11 people. Firstly, the decor was beautiful. Such a lovely, clean and well presented restaurant...."
Nikki
"My bf and I were looking to go to a yum cha last minute, and called up East Imperial to book a table which was such a great decision!! Firstly we..."
Lisa Giles
"It's Worth to try it out if you'd like to know what's authentic southern Chinese food. Lots of fresh seafoods. We all had a very good night there...."
Elisha Song
"Tasty Chinese food, Szechwan beef and the beef and Chinese broccoli dishes were my favourite.Excellent service, friendly staff, great with kids..."
Lauren
"Came for yum Cha. Food tasty - well presented. Warm atmosphere and friendly accommodating staff. Standouts are duck pancakes, shanghai dumplings,..."
Ricardo Nemirovsky
"I have been here couple times and never let me down. Especially home-made Yum Cha! Tasty dishes, friendly manager. Great location, Easy parking. Keep..."
Hungry Tiger
"Great traditional regional Chinese food and some interesting dishes I haven't seen on a menu before such as a caramelized sweet potato dessert. Sweet..."
Benno
"The best experience I have ever had in Mel. Services are great!Fabulous food,especially Peking Duck pancake!I can't wait to make a reservation for..."
Muggle
"A hidden gem!. We had a lovely meal here and it was so good that we had already booked to come back again! Attentive service with excellent food and..."
CritiqueN
"Food is amazing, fast service and very friendly, the head chef is a..."
Hunger Monger
"Really nice food, impressive decor and odd service. We were asked what we would like to drink prior to seeing a menu of any sort. The translation at..."
Andrew
"Great for groups!. Went with 15 friends for a friend's birthday. Restaurant is beautiful but was very quiet especially for a Saturday night.We..."
Liv O
"Food is fantastic, great value for money and the service is friendly and excellent!! Can thoroughly recommend this venue for any Chinese..."
Chris Appleton
"Black seasame icecream and egg tart are highly..."
South Yarra Food Lover
"Enjoyable dinner. We had a very nice dinner here tonight. Apparently, the restaurant changed hands recently, and the service was friendly, prompt and..."
CR
"Excellent!!. Have been dining here for many years and have enjoyed working our way through the menu several times. Particular favourites are their..."
Old Bull
"I have just arrived home from a delicious banquet meal, and the food was outstanding, however what made the night truly memorable was the excellent,..."
Kaz Worland
"Loved it.... We had a large group(18) and we had the yum cha banquet for dinner. Bloody Delicious with the pork buns and the duck pancakes a real..."
Togey
"I wish there was a category "I like it but..." We went on a quiet Saturday an there seemed to be very limited options so we kept getting offer the..."
Fatchops
"Well worth it. Bought a Groupon voucher for this restaurant and went with open mind. Must say the surroundings are just really lovely. The staff were..."
Liz
"Soup dumplings are amazing!..."
Claire
"Wow what a great Restuarant best Chinese ever service impeccable great ambiance love it ! Thanks for a great dining experience Lisa..."
Lisa Baird
"Great food, good prices.. I've eaten here a few times over the last year or so and have nary a complaint. Food is fresh, slightly modern and tasty...."
Alex Maiorano
"Delicious food. Absolutely delicious infact. For a surprisingly quiet evening we got impeccable service and attention. The quality, timing and..."
Froodette
"Had a bit of a bad/awkward start when we were told corkage was $12 per bottle. Then when we told them we were interested in doing yum cha they said..."
Adriang
"First time. My first yum cha experience. I've only got one word for it. Incredible. Beautiful place, beautiful, intersting, tasty, potent food and..."
Lauren Shay
"Yum yum cha. We had lunch there yesterday and loved it. We arrived at 12, so it was still early with not many customers, consequently we were waited..."
Anna Rogers
"Arthur and the owner Aunty Chen are very friendly. They make you feel like home. Apart from the dishes from the menu, you can also call and tell them..."
Guru Gun
"Came on a Tuesday with no booking in a group of 3. Restaurant was empty except for us but the food was delicious and the staff helped us customise..."
Aidan Kelly
"Went last night for Mother’s Day and the food did not disappoint. The food came out hot, great portion sized and was absolutely delicious. Our go..."
Cathy Tang
"Must visit here for best service and the most delicious..."
Lydia Yin
"I love this place. The prices are reasonable, the owner looks for the best quality produce. I have lived in China, I married into a Chinese family...."
Alexander McLeod
Melba Restaurant
81/100 (7202 ratings)
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Sit down
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Gift Cards Available
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Highchairs Available
Full Bar
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Fine Dining
"The food was very nice and tasty. Variety of food was very good. Desserts were great too. Nice setting, decor looking a bit tired, however clean and..."
Harry Solanakis
"We dined there yesterday evening as it was our wedding anniversary, we have dined there many times before, it's our favourite restaurant, the food is..."
Chrissie Sardelas
"Me and my beautifully stunning girlfriend went for the lunch yesterday and we ate until we actually lost our vision and the use of most of our limbs...."
Stephen Nash
"We had lunch here yesterday 1st they changed our voucher from high tea to lunch which was great. ( we paid the difference) the food and service were..."
Ann Ritchie
"Celebrated our 22nd Wedding Anniversary...from the moment we arrived to departure we were treated with upmost professionalism and care...appreciation..."
Bernadette Curtis
"Thank you to the wonderful staff that looked after our party of 14 for breakfast to celebrate our friend Anne’s 60th birthday.Thank you for the..."
Anna Rosa
"One of the best buffets I have ever been to! A lot of choice. From sea food to meat to stir fry’s! The staff were extremely..."
Amy Flood
"Seafood always good though found a couple of oysters that have gone bad. Peking duck usually good but this time the skin is a bit too dry and..."
Maruli Saputra
"Really enjoyed the special menu we tried for Lunar New Year - creative and delicious dishes. The Langham always does their themed events so well. We..."
Miagoreng.com
"We were lucky to experience their amazing Lunar New Year celebration! Enjoying the Dragon shaped sushi which was awesome, and of course you have to..."
Agreekable
"If you want to go to an all you can eat restaurant where your food can be made fresh and have a variety of options, this is the place. The interior..."
Ptle
"A fantastic Buffett of all varieties.. I loved everything, especially the sashimi bar. We had a work lunch here and the staff were very attentive and..."
Lyonee Dang
"Great place not cheap but the quality of food is good with great service. A good variety of foods and an extensive drinks menu everything we ate was..."
Meatlover
"Loved the food..."
Luke Cruz
"Favourite place to eat in the whole entire world! If you want a great dining experience & great food you should come here. The atmosphere of the..."
Eating With Ebony
"We had to try the buffet breakfast here, it was in the entertainment book and was just phenomenal! One of my favourite buffers to date, has..."
Cmzajicek
"I had an amazing breakfast buffet experience in Melba when I was staying in Langham. The variety they offer for breakfast is amazing and is a..."
Mridul Agarwal
"Melba has always been my favourite buffet in Melbourne. It's always fresh, plentiful and varied. They label things well and there's truely..."
Cocacolaangie
"We visited Melba’s last week for my dads birthday and I have a feeling the chefs have changed as we were really impressed on this occasion. The ..."
Good Food Good Mood
"I absolutely love coming to Melba as I know I’m about to have a delicious feast of options thrown at me! The last few years I’ve dined..."
Breakfast_Adventurers
"Came here to celebrate my birthday earlier this month. Service was great, staff were polite and patient explaining the options available for the..."
Bun's Food Diaries
"We have been coming to Melba for over 25 years. It is probably our favourite restaurant in Melbourne. The selection of food never fails to please...."
Rosie Brown
"Eating dinner here was a journey in itself. I was so full by the end of it, I must have rolled out of the restaurant. Service was great and the team..."
Anisha
"High tea still has its place, not a cheap afternoon out but well worth the treat.Love old school. Cake, more cake and a well made..."
B Man
"My partner and l visited Melba restaurant located inside the Langham Hotel Melbourne for one of their special nights and we were certainly not..."
Bani Mehta
"Great selection for dinner. Loved sashimi section. Hot food selection limited.Decor and layout of place is goodDrink selection also..."
Melbourne Foodie
"My expectations coming in were low, but they were exceeded. The best night to come is on a Tuesday for lobster night. The little of the Indian..."
Carlo Boscia
"The buffet at Melba is pretty good in terms of their selection of cuisines.The seafood was fresh (loved the sashimi and mussels!). The crab..."
Eats With Kayli
"Whenever you think buffet, you think shitty food that leaves you feeling ill.But not at Melba. Yes, it is not a cheap buffet but it is worth..."
Potatolover
"We had a family breakfast on Saturday morning. I hadn't been there for quite a number of years but the restaurant was the same & nothing had been..."
Robin
"We went there for my partners birthday lunch. Really beautiful vintage style elegant interior overlooking the river. Staff were very professional,..."
MelbfoodCritic
"This was my 3rd visit! Everything is above standard, as what i expected. Came during international waffle day! So everything got waffles and..."
Oodreiilittlepotato
"Been here 3 times with family over the years.Good selection of quality food.  Fresh shellfish (oyster, prawn, bugs), but stingy with..."
Picky But Fair
"Great food with a fantastic view in the seating area. Lots of different cuisines cooked fresh right in front of you. Our favourites were the stuffed..."
Steven
"This restaurant is rivaled by the reknowned conservatory and I would say it failed to impress as much as it should have.The dishes were all..."
Sivashankar Sivam
"Time again for a friend’s yearly Christmas treat buffet lunch. Not a fan of buffets for many reasons. The quality is often not high in comparison..."
Petit Gastounet
"The last time I came here was quite some time ago, and I didn't have a particularly amazing impression of the place. We came here again after finding..."
Crabapples For Lunch
"My partner took me to Melba on 2nd January to “start the year on the right foot”. Having been to buffets in Las Vegas makes one very..."
George S
"We went to Melba for Friday Dinner seafood buffet last night for celebrating my husband's birthday. the price is $125 pp as holiday rate. The seafood..."
Roger Zhang
"Came for a Monday lunch with 15 Family members including children to celebrate birthdays and anniversary’s.We all received welcome letters..."
Jeff D
"Melba has a reputation as being one of the best in Melbourne so decided to try the weekday lunch buffet. Was good value about $65.  The..."
Master Foodie
"Best place to go to especially if you love seafood. Had the freshest oysters and sashimi here last night... and didn't even get to have the crabs,..."
Kimberly Peterson
"One of my favorite buffets in Melbourne. Melba had fresh salmon and oysters, and yummy peking duck, roast meat and lots of dessert varieties. The m&m..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Loved it - best buffet! Great Seafood. Loved the deserts. Duck pancakes are epic! Will be back again :) 5 stars ****** try the M&M naan. Go on! Do..."
Alannah Reabrown
"Cake varieties was good, other food was bland very pricey. Very hard to get service when needed not to the standard i would expect for a 5 star..."
Brooke Koneska
"They have the dinner features for specific days on their website so it's useful for choosing which day to go. We went on a Tuesday night and the..."
Alice
"Fantastic food and service love the fresh seafood their Indian food is very Australian indian not the real deal but their sushi section and desserts..."
Sunny
"Always my top choice for a buffet. The Indian Naan is definitely my favourite. Char grilled section is a bit of a hit or miss, went on a night with..."
Karina K
"All right here we go. One of my favourite places ever. I don’t eat beef, lamb or pork so I’m already limited but I attended a Friday lunch buffet..."
Abigail Williams
"Went on a lobster dinner night. In the end, I probably ate more of the items because everything was so good! Thank you to all the staff for their..."
Princeofharts
"Enjoyed the buffet , live counters , dishes are made to order and there is an extensive spread of deserts! A couple of hours is a must to taste most..."
Critic
"Exquisite hot food quality and range. Certainly fine food. One of the few places with nice as close to original North Indian cuisines as possible..."
Ela
"Love the food.amazing ambience and view...the variety they offer in the buffet...for vegetarian as well...they have Indian in the buffet option as..."
Suruchi Jethalia
"Two words. Fresh Naan. So so good. Get in my belly. We’ve been to Melba a few timed now and always enjoy the experience. We’ll be back..."
Carly
"Went to this Fine Dining on My partner's birthday and I must say there were many options,unlimited food & Help youself...I asked one of their staff..."
Darshan Dave
"We have been to a few buffet restaurants in Melbourne and we would have to put the Melba Restaurant at the Langham near the very top. The service is..."
Whenfoodsonpoint
"Impressive compared to a few buffets I have been to, however I didn't feel that their range was wide enough to cover all cuisines. Unfortunately on..."
KLLYXNG
"Everything about Melba is impressive. From the large, comfortable and elegant dining rooms to the splendid food selection and impeccable service. It..."
Gdkf
"It is a 5 everyday for what it is - the best, all you can eat restaurant I have been to - anywhere. Normally I would avoid these, but this one -..."
Jamin65
"Love the food at Melba, staff are friendly and attentive. The sashimi station are great, sushi and sashimi will be prepared freshly in front of you..."
~Happy Neko~
"Oh Melba… we have shared so many fond memories together. I still remember vividly one of the times when I ate for over 4hrs straight, and I saw..."
One Piece Left
"Love dining here and try to get here a few times a year. Delicious buffet beautifully set up. Nice views if you are seated near window. Very..."
Sophie Pappas
"I've enjoyed eating at the buffet, everything is fresh and there is plenty to choose from. Although it is a bit expensive, we always end up eating..."
Kim Robins
"Amazing buffet! Wok dishes were just delicious. It's really quick and service was really good. Most of the food were tasty and we love our server,..."
Live_in_melbourne
"Great variety at the buffet here. Especially liked the seafood items, Peking duck, Indian curries and the spectacular chocolate fondue fountain...."
JKGasMan
"Had the buffet lunch. Not only is the food magnificent however the staff are also so friendly and so helpful. It makes for such a special occasion..."
Eater123
"What a great service, with waiters attending to your needs anytime. There was a lot of variety of food to choose from, we have a great choice..."
Dvk
"All the food r delicious n well presented, if u r the person who likes taking photos definitely go there and enjoy the environment My favourite is..."
Jtsgqsdhrzm
"Best buffet in Melbourne! Had my birthday and graduation celebration by having dinner in the restaurant - had a wonderful time! Great lobster (as it..."
Maleen32
"Beautiful place with a great view of the river.The food selection is great, all you can eat buffet including seafood, curries, salads,..."
Kimmyreeow
"Was invited to a business lunch here. The buffet was extravagant, with great choices across varied cuisines. I tried the Asian and Indian counter,..."
Karthik Kunjithapatham
"Good food on mass. Worth a peek if you like buffets. Loads of fresh seafood & a neat little desert station. Lovely surroundings & grandeur marble..."
Hungry-Caterpillar
"Beautiful hotel, beautiful restaurant. Booked a table for three for a special occasion, we were seated and in front of us, we received two birthday..."
VwngF
"We always really enjoy the breakfast here, but my review is for Melbourne Cup Day. We decided to come here for Cup day this year and we are so happy..."
Monica Iva
"A must do for a special occaision buffet in the city. The food is fresh and tasty - favourites are obviously the seafood, and the peking duck at the..."
CleoRJ
"We’ve been to Melba on a couple occasions. It is quite pricey for the dinner menu but the food is nice. We particularly enjoyed the live cooking..."
Jen G
"First time set on my feet at Melba restaurant, I felt a warm ambience as well as warm greetings from the staff. I had reserved by the window seat..."
Cindy C Rahardjo
"I had the buffet breakfast and it was really good. It has the normal problems of a buffet such as waiting in lines, waiting for food to come out and..."
Ruth
"Loved it! Had my birthday lunch here and there is a variety of foods to choose from. The roast pork belly and lobster and the baby octopus yum! Also..."
Michelle Petropoulos
"The location, service, and dining experience is 5 star. However the food is 4star. Its a little over rated. Especially when you are paying $150..."
MEESHA ALI
"Had the buffer dinner for an Xmas party and thoroughly enjoyed the selection of mouth watering food on offer. The entrance had a beautiful display..."
Danh Vo
"Really good quality buffet. Cook to order steaks, lamb ragu, sushi, fried noodles. Butter lobsters, prawns, oysters, carvery, Peking duck , made to..."
Diana
"Amazing lipsmacking food, theres all kind of cuisine available from seafood to vegen to aisan continental, sushi, desserts, Indian buffet, salads,..."
Sunil Sharma
Shark Fin Inn
81/100 (4157 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
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Gluten Free Options
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Crab
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Fish
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Ribs
Beef
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Dumplings
Mandarin Duck
Pancakes
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Sit down
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Full Bar
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Mid-range
"I have finally found a real place for yum cha, serving all the traditional variety of foods and specialties. The mixed tripe was superbe and the..."
Sigrana
"This restaurant represents the very best of Chinatown. I've eaten here many times, and it's a Melbourne institution. The yum cha is fantastic, I..."
Rhonni
"Amazing Chinese food! Loved the lobster so much. It was so fresh and cooked and seasoned really well. Definitely worth paying the..."
Sense Of Food
"Great Chinese food and well known for taste and value. Call in advance for specials of the day.Seafood are defiantly the best dishes ...."
㊙️ The Traveling Foodie
"They have been very consistent all this years and the food here is amazing! We usually order dishes here during dinner and the food is good! Be sure..."
M3lissa____
"Shark Finn has been my family's favourite Chinese restaurant for close to 2 decades. We're very big fans of the food but have always gone to the..."
Maria Condello
"Went there for dinner and the Peking duck was great!! Loved it so much. Ordered sweet and sour pork, fried rice, roast chicken as well. They were all..."
Priscilla Yeo
"Favourite place I’ve been for yum cha in Melbourne. The staff were so nice to us the whole time, and even though we were put against the wall, they..."
Lisa Giles
"I came here with my partner for casual dining for our anniversary. The food was good and the service was great. We ordered half Peking duck and it..."
Grumpy Eater 🤷🏻‍♀️
"I’m not the biggest fan of Yum Cha, but I must admit this was pretty good. There was a huge variety of dishes, and the dishes cooked fresh from the..."
AH
"This is the sister restaurant to Shark Fin House which is just down the road - and not any less in quality! Food is authentic (if not more..."
Kris L
"Very busy yum cha place in Chinatown. The food is fresh and hot, and the service is fast. The jyu cheong fan and mango pudding are highly..."
Dumba
"Great service and great food. Went here on Valentines Day and they even gave me a rose to give to my Girlfriend. We had the banquet which was very..."
Anthony
"It was nice and the service was good too! I liked all my meals and I couldn’t be happier. The xiao long bao was a bit dry on the outside and some..."
Zacquilinelao
"Truly amazing. One of the most authentic + delicious Chinese restaurant you can find in Melbourne. lobster was great, so was the spinach. The beef..."
Binsueat
"We had a party across two tables, the waiter was proactive and gave us an extra table to bridge the two together, they let us stay late and didn’t..."
Barry Moore
"Will come back for:+ Century egg porridge+ Chicken legs+ Xiao Long Bao+ Spare Ribs+ Egg TartsThis must be one of..."
The Casual Diner
"Good cantonese yum cha for reasonable price. Best chicken legs, Tau Huey and century egg porridge! Efficient service but recommended to call and book..."
Sarah Quek
"Always a delight coming here, have been here on many occasion for family dinners and yum cha lunches. Food is always very delicious and flavorsome. ..."
LC
"This place is my weekly yum cha place. Have a lot of selections of dim sims and dumplings. Staff are polite. Food comes out quick. Serves good tea...."
Piggy 小猪
"So many choices. The salted egg custard bun is to die for. The staff were very friendly. So attentive-given a very busy restaurant in Chinatown..."
Amyyyeats
"Good place for family dinners as they have fresh live seafood tanks. They have lion dance performances during chinese new year and often get very..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"Spacious and elegant restaurant set on two levels. The staff is efficient and friendly. Had a family meal there. The duck with pancakes was the..."
Chey_ct
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Lorna
"We came here for the Mid autumn festival dinner in the evening although it is famous for yum cha actually. The dishes in night session were still..."
Evelyn Chen
"this is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!这家店比我想象中的要好一万棒 一亿倍!我之前一直去吃 正斗啊..."
Joeyliujiayi22
"Came here after raving reviews. Very happy with the food, fresh, tasty, good portions. Servers were attentive and friendly. Managed to get a seat as..."
RGAnders
"In my opinion this may be the best yum cha in Victoria, you must book a table before going here it is very busy. But just the food,service,Interior..."
Foodaholic103
"We had yumcha for lunch, great food and service. It’s hard to find a good yumcha place and this one get our business because of the consistency...."
Diesel
"A long time establishment of Chinatown in Melbourne along with its sibling restaurant, the shark fin house, both of which I've been going to for over..."
Yuji D
"Similar to the Shark Fin House down the road, but we got sent here on the weekend. Companion remarked that the environment wasn’t as clean as the..."
Tony
"Staff were polite and the food was pretty good. Nothing mind blowing but no issues. We did the signature banquet. Tip: shark fin house is just a few..."
CCC
"Been here a few times because of their good service. Restaurant is pram friendly. Roast duck is a must to order. We had snow crab cooked with ginger..."
SunPW
"Been here for dinner and yum cha and I really enjoy the food.  The service is so so like most traditional chinese restaurants  but they treat you..."
Vivian
"3.5 pretty much nails it. We were here for the group Xmas lunch. It’s a good option for that type of experience. $42 all you can eat yum cha. ..."
Two Sheds
"One of the few original yum cha places left in the city. Established in 1980, Shark Fin Group led the wave of Chinese and other Asian cuisines that..."
Kylie
"Yum cha here is great but it gets super duper crowded and a little claustrophobic so remember to book a table. Dinnertime dishes are great - a good..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Both lunch yumcha and dinner food is amazing! We’ve been here many times and tried almost everything, all with very special taste, not just some..."
Explorer
"Nice Yum Cha, nice spot, well priced, a lot of others to compare too in the area howeverStaff were friendly, genuinely good food, unsure of..."
Dave B.
"I have always loved the dimsum here. They have stayed true to what dimsum should have been without the fancy stuff to inflate the prices. While they..."
Justin Wong
"I've been looking for a good spot for yum cha for a long time, I think we've finally found our go-to! Shark Fin Inn filled up so quickly for a..."
Croque Monster
"Huge fan of their Yum Cha - you definitely need to book on a weekend. The service was attentive & efficient despite how crazy busy it was &..."
Kiss And Eat Up
"The highs to any Chinese meal is its seafood and I was lucky enough to tag along and chow down some of the best Chinese food I've had in a long..."
Mustard
"It's a fine place for weekend yum cha. The prices are good, and the dishes are good. My gripes are that the place feels crowded, and the selection of..."
Jeremy K
"I've been to Shark Fin House with work colleagues so when a friend was visiting from Sydney and craving yum cha we headed to Shark Finn Inn. I wasn't..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Had dinner here last week with my family. This is great Asian restaurant place with friendly staff. Excellent variety of food on the menu. Meal..."
Mummy Tiny
"Been here several times for yum cha but never for dinner. Came here with 9 people and we had the banquet. The highlights are snow crab, pork neck,..."
Leo
"If you want yum cha just like a bustling Hong Kong yum cha palace, this is the place to go. Shark Fin Inn is one of the few places in Little Bourke..."
Professor_JER
"They offer quite a good selection of dimsum, one of the better restaurants in cbd area.egg tarts,porridge, chicken feet, radish cake, lomaigai ,..."
Sarah In Melbourne
"Still the best Yum Cha in the city IMHO - a Sunday institution that's been going strong for years. Can't go wrong. Tried the rice noodle with..."
Chris
"In the city for a matinee performance at the Comedy Theatre (just around the corner), nostalgia directed us to the Shark Fin Inn for a yum cha lunch..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"I enjoy the sautéed roast pork with bean curd, mushrooms and vegetables. A great place to go when little Chinatown is busy. Being up the top end of..."
Robert Demark
"Been going there for over 20 years, great food and efficient staff.  Food is always fresh, the place is always busy and the tables turned over and..."
Jen Mas
"Came here for yum cha today. We were about half hr early but it was able to be accommated. The service was lovely and caring. Food was delcious..."
Blueberrypie
"Food was delicious but just above average in terms of taste compared to other yum cha places in the CBD. Most of the staff were attentive and kind..."
Jonika Cazar
"Had dinner at good old Shark Fin Inn with a small group.  Admittedly I used to frequent here a lot more due to location many years ago  and during..."
Niceguy
"I occasionally go to this place for Yum - Cha on weekend. Love all their dishes except the fry stuffs. Service is ok but  it can be annoying when..."
Aekarin Borrirak
"A meetup group and I went to Shark Fin Inn for some Yum Cha on Saturday. The food was really nice particularly the Xiaolongbao. There was also a..."
Caroline Beaney
"Our family met Sunday lunchtime for yum cha and enjoyed authentic Chinese dishes for our hungry adult offspring! It was very reasonably priced and..."
Michael Campbell
"Lovely yum cha restaurant with excellent service. Most dishes were good (pork shui mai, sesame golden balls with red bean paste, soft shell crab),..."
Doran
"Good selection of yum cha, though there were certain dishes we had to request for but overall food was very fresh. The century egg congee was..."
Food For Thought
"My extended family and I have been dining here for over 30 years (and I'm not even 25!).Needless to say, the staff are always lovely and..."
Sylvia's POV
"Solid. The staff was very attentive and we felt they were genuinely happy we were there. Every dish we ordered was good, with the special scallop..."
Parker
"Sweet memories from forty years ago when I was a kid. Used to go here every second weekend as a kid, with the food being nothing short of superb...."
Terry Vanes
"Great place to eat seafood! We ordered one lobster for two persons, and that lobster was LARGE!! Staff is also very kind. We’ll be there..."
Senior Pretty Girl Jenny
"A great place for dim sum and lunch whenever you are in the city. Very near to Parliament station. Attentive staff, quick service despite busy..."
Nicholas Lim
"Came in for Yum cha and was impressed with their different types of dim sums. Prices are higher but you pay for the quality. Services is good nothing..."
Saravanand Naiker
"Not bad. Not as good as secret kitchen but just solid yum cha. Has all the favourites: Cheung fan, siu mai, har gao, ham sui gok, fongjau/gaigeuk,..."
Lachlan Chan
"The best egg tart ever and the truth Hong Kong style ever. Pastry is very fluffy and egg custard is really delicious. This is one of the rare egg..."
Mel K
"Four Stars 🌟. Two people for Tuesday Yum Cha lunch. Total Bill @ $100.20. Amazingly tasty, the food and service was very pleasant and prompt. The..."
Autumnal Mountains
Secret Kitchen Chinatown
81/100 (1467 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Chinese
Chinese
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Fish
Fried rice
Crab
Pork
Scallops
Duck
Dim Sum
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Prawns
Beef
Mandarin Duck
Dumplings
Peking Duck
Lobster
Cakes
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Asian
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Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Private Dining
Reservations
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Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Drinks
Brunch
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Mid-range
"Insta: melbfoodie_markYT: MelbFoodieMark** Check them out for more food reviews in Melbourne!-Finally got to visit this yum cha..."
Melbfoodie_mark
"A beautiful place to dine for lunch, yum Cha is their specialty. Delicious dumplings 🥟 and very cute pig face buns. Their were amazing pink rice..."
Lyonee Dang
"Superb service and food. Huge dumplings and tasty...."
Big Eater
"When I think of yum cha, i think of secret kitchen and their amazing spread.Love how they have such a good range of options when it comes..."
M3lissa____
"Always my fav yum cha place 💯 One of the few places which serves good yum cha 🥟 Went for dinner there once as well & it didn’t..."
Steph
"The mango mousse was so fun to eat and delicious! One of the top yum cha places I’ve been to in..."
Vi Tran
"Booked a table for their Saturday yum cha lunch and we were worried about the dining time limit, yet surprisingly we were all satisfied even before..."
Iris
"One of my go to places for yum cha in Melbourne. I love the quality of the food and the variety on..."
Facebook User
"Really good quality yum cha offering a good variety of options consistently!On New Year's Day we decided to start our 2020 right by trying..."
Kevin & Emily
"Dim Sum at @secretkitchen_au, the food is so good- I wonder why I have never been here! The only two things I didn’t like: that they kept (albeit..."
Piggyeatalot
"It’s probably one of the most clean yumcha place I’ve been in Melbourne. I wouldn’t say the food’s extremely unique or anything, but..."
Jelly9449
"I won’t be surprised if people say this is the best yumcha in the city. Always make a booking if you are having weekend yumcha at secret kitchen to..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"Quite a big restaurant located on the corner of Exhibition and Little Bourke st. I came here for yum cha. The trolley service is good, and the..."
Rhonni
"My go to yumcha in the city! Love most of the dim sum selection. Suckling pig and roast goose was yum, but would not rec their Peking duck...."
Foodie Takes Melb
"Secret Kitchen is one of Melbourne most popular yumcha restaurants. They have many branches around melbourne but in my opinion, the Melbourne one is..."
Angela Eats
"If you're undecided about trying secret kitchen, please just go because you won't be disappointed. The food here is so fresh, full of flavour and..."
Hillary Finds Food
"Secret kitchen is one of our go to yum cha joints in the city.The waiters and waitress are friendly and attentive. The trolley pushers are..."
Melb_Belly
"Secret kitchen is well known for their exquisitely rich and flavorful chinese food!Last time I came here during dinner time and had a very..."
Walter
"Secret Kitchen is my favourite yumcha spot in Melbourne for many reasons. Firstly, the service is always super attentive with staff regularly pouring..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"Secret Kitchen in not so much a secret among foodies who love good chinese food. This place is Huge...Really HUGE and the team of attendants is Big..."
Ozzy Kunnu
"One of my preferred yum cha place on the weekend. Must make booking as the queue can be long. Most choices are all fresh and tasty. The pork polo bun..."
Caroline
"I haven't been to Secret Kitchen in the city for so long that I almost forgot that they existed. Cue some searching when we wanted to go for yum cha..."
Hello. Imnikki
"I'll say this restaurant is the better yumcha place. The seafood is fresh and there are quite a lot of yumcha choices available. The scallop siumai..."
Chewynoms
"A little pricier than other yum cha places but damn their food is delish! Could not fault any of the dishes, and their desserts esp the salted yolk..."
Daz
"It was the last day to use our entertainment book and so glad we used it on Secret Kitchen. Their yum cha was just absolutely fresh & delicious. The..."
Melb_favs
"Definitely one if the best Yum Cha in the city. Everything that we’ve ordered were tasty. They’ve got yum cha whole day. Better to call to..."
Priscillia
"Food 4/5Service 5/5Environment 5/5The nice restaurant provides a wide range of Yun Cha. The service is good and not crowd at all...."
Paul In OZ
"Modern chinese eatery.The place is quite spacious, there are two floors, the second floor is a bit more private. The place is very well..."
JOELLE
"Best yum cha in town! Always been my favorite place to go. I'd probably come more often if I'm not constantly on a low-carb diet. Love their steamed..."
Veronica Lin
"By far Melbourne still does the best yum chas. Melbourne's Secret Kitchen is not so secret! The queue don't lie 😁Food and service is..."
Wherefoodtakesyou
"Very glad that Secret Kitchen was open for Easter Monday yum char as we had overseas visitors. The food was delicious and the staff were friendly. ..."
Wai
"Huge yumcha variety, great for family catch up on a Saturday or Sunday lunch. Food are delicious, fresh and tasty. Service can be hit and miss..."
Michi
"We came here for a nice dinner to celebrate a birthday. We have been here once before and the quality of the food is generally quite good. Whether..."
Crabapples For Lunch
"Secret Kitchen had a nice selection of yum cha and mains. We’ve tried quite a few dishes; a variety of dumplings, Peking duck, green beans, fried..."
Angel Khong
"Staff: helpful except for receptionist usually quite rude if you didn’t make reservationFood: for yum cha- excellentAmbience: spacious..."
Melbourne Travel
"Rating: 4Food: 4.5Value: 4Ambience: 4.5Service: 4This has got to be best yum cha place and service I have been too...."
Munching With Mel
"Always great yum cha whenever I come here. The food is always fresh as the trolley comes by regularly The chicken feet - which is usually my..."
Vivian
"Busy yum cha place in the heart of the city, service was pretty good.. we had quite a few dishes shared amongst us, the highlight of the meal was..."
Kerli Kerli Kerli
"This branch is better than others. Great yum cha selection esp desserts. Gets packed easily so book in advance. Love the apple mousse dessert...well..."
Ling Yap
"Would normally come here with my family for Sunday yumcha. Many choices of dimsum and ingredients are fresh. Service on the other hand can be a hit..."
Fendi
"This secret kitchen is located in exhibition st. Very convenient location. Their yum cha are really popular so they have 3 session during lunch time..."
Daisy Duck
"I tried Secret Kitchen for lunch on a Monday. The restaurant was packed, serving Yum Cha. Really good upmarket food although I am fussy so should..."
Hungry Tum
"This is probably one of the best yum cha / dim sum restaurants you can find in Melbourne. The interior is quite modern and I noticed that the staff..."
Onlybeyoutothefull
"I enjoy their yum cha a lot, such as their siu mai, cheong fun, mango pudding. Recently I tried their mixed roast platter and suckling pig and they..."
Hungry Big Potato Bear
"I’ve been to lots of different yumcha places before, but Secret Kitchen definitely was a different experience. Starting with their super attentive..."
Jamie
"Beautiful food and great service, very friendly staff and environment was just amazing. I can not say enough good about this place and I make sure to..."
Bradyms48
"One of the best places for yum cha / dim sum. Come during 12-2pm for the best options. One time I came after 2.45pm and there were barely any..."
The Honest Glutton
"As it was our first time here, once we sat down the waitresses were already trying to get us to order many items on the menu without us trying to..."
Eats
"It was fantastic. Food was great quality and perfect. Service was top marks. I’d recommend making a booking otherwise you’ll have to wait a..."
Dave
"First time experience at Secret Kitchen and I couldn't fault it. There was a line out the door for yum cha lunch, and staff were very efficient..."
Matthew Aitken
"This restaurant was recommended by a stranger from the street and was at the very end of the China town. As it was after peak lunch, there were no..."
Natalie Weerasinghe
"Excellent service overall, the waiters knowledgeable and were able to answer all our questions. They even gifted my cousin some jasmine tea after she..."
Ramsey Samad
"Take you to taste of the famous and largest dim sum restaurant in Melbourne CBD Secret Kitchen's is one of the largest restaurants with seating for..."
Wander Wider
"This place is undoubtedly great as the food is gorgeous, come in a decent portion, and its location is perfect. This place has plenty of seats which..."
Cindy C Rahardjo
"Nice Place to eat Hong Kong style and Chinese style food. Waiters are professor. But the light is not that enough, will make people easy to sleep...."
william wong
"Went for dinner there. The entree of abalone was very tender and well cooked. We also had the goose which I totally recommend. The one..."
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Oriental Tea House
80/100 (3006 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Chinese
Asian
Vegan Options
Asian
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
After-hours
Drinks
Pork
Duck
Calamari
Calamares
Dim Sum
Prawns
Beef
Mandarin Duck
Dumplings
Peking Duck
Fried rice
Chili
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Shanghai
Sit down
Asian
Chinese
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Drive Thru
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Mid-range
"Walk into a modern and yet chic teahouse which offers an amazing range on the menu. There was so much to choose from on their menu. We..."
M3lissa____
"Very skeptical when I was invited for a function here, as the dinner crowd catered for a mainly Caucasian palate. I was pleasantly surprised and..."
Two Chips
"Visited the Oriental Tea House on 7th September to celebrate my wife's birthday with a party of 15 friends. We booked the 'White Room' which offered..."
David Butcher
"Comfortable decor, well organised with friendly and professional staff. Good selection of Chinese Teas, served promptly and by knowledgeable..."
José
"Thanks you Oriental Teahouse for accommodating for 17 guests last night. As part of a work function/send off for one of our co-workers, Oriental..."
Ash.m.watters
"Wondering through the streets hungry after a nice morning stroll, we ended up hungry and really felt like some good dumplings, through our search, my..."
Richard Tom
"We were there for a party and had a banquet. The food was tasty, and the vegetables fresh. I'm not a vegetarian, but the salt and pepper tofu was..."
Anq812
"The best dunplings in Melbourne?I first tried their delicious dumplings at the Night Noodle Markets and my palette has been craving the full..."
Grace
"This is a great place to enjoy Chinese food and dumplings in a more upscale setting. The decor is very delicate and tasteful, the staff are polite..."
Kris L
"Staff were fantastic, food was great, and atmosphere really nice - so definitely liked this place!I came here for a graduation dinner..."
Amara
"3.5. Have been to the South Yarra branch and I admit I prefer the interior and atmosphere of their city branch better. We had friendly, attentive..."
Nalia
"The yum cha was the best I’ve ever had. Honestly everything we ate was delicious. The satay chicken dumplings were amazing. If you want the best..."
Saady
"Came here on a Tuesday night for dinner and love how they have some sample teas at the front of the house. We ordered some dumplings, stir fry..."
Alijargalb
"*EDIT BELOW*Food took a solid 30+ minutes to come out. Not only this but drinks weren’t served until then either. (Not sure how it could..."
ThE MOiStMaKeR
"I came here for The Dumpling Party and got the Unlimited Dumplings and Unlimited Wine package. I was surprised with the variety of dumplings (pork..."
Tessa Eats
"Oh this is one of my favourite places to go to! I am never disappointed. Spring onion pancake was surprisingly delicious and simple. White chocolate..."
Anisha
"Great service we went for lunch with a table of 14 of us & they were very accommodating, recommended a feasting menu & just brought out exactly..."
Wine And Food Lovers
"The YUMCHA here was so delicious ! I especially loved the pork belly dumplings and the white chocolate dumplings !! Such a delicious dessert and..."
Connie
"Oriental tea house is one of the most unique yum cha places in Melbourne. There is a massive list of various tea. Their food has modernised and..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"One of the best date spots I’ve come across, I love the activity they provide for couples on first time dates (More on this later). An..."
Medium_Rare
"The Oriental Tea House at 378 Little Collins St in the city and at 455 Chapel Street in South Yarra is a trendy Chinese restaurant specialising in..."
Dine And Dash
"This place is super aesthetic. It is extremely well decorated and It loses a star because the food is slightly more expensive than it is actually..."
Joanne Liu
"This place gets 5 stars for the ambience and service. We had vegetarian spring rolls, salt pepper tofu, vegetarian fried rice, pulled pork dumplings..."
Aishwarya Annur Balasubramanian
"We had an amazing lunch at the Oriental Teahouse! We chose to have the Pork Dumplings, Duck dumplings, vegetarian spring rolls and fried rice. All..."
Emilyjbickley
"Was recommended to Oriental Tea House by friends and I was definitely not let down. Came here on a busy Friday night yet had great service and prompt..."
ToFeedTwo
"Great plant-based options. Must try is the veg version of their BBQ pork buns. I recommend Long Jing tea with your yum cha. Atmosphere is nice and..."
Omnomnic
"Valentine's Day at Oriental Tea House was off the charts this year! In part thanks to the introduction of their Dumplings for Dating experience and..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"On Valentine’s Day, Oriental Tea House on Little Collins launched a unique concept catering to this modern world of swiping and texting –..."
State Of Steph
"Came here for a party of 7 and they accommodated to our orders very well. I think it may have been partly because I was honest a week before on the..."
Mel
"We’re loving Oriental Teahouse brand new concept - Dumplings for Dating, which is designed to steer couples through a table-sized “getting to..."
Gastrology
"I came here for lunch today. Initially the service was spot on and that level of excellent service continued throughout lunch. The food was..."
Timinmelbourne
"Came here for Christmas lunch with my colleagues on Saturday. We spent $160 for four persons. Here’s the breakdown Food: 4/5 - I never..."
Mitch Kotz
"Nice and funky atmosphere, this place seems to showcase a mix of asian cultures in the dishes and decor. Mostly chinese with vietnamese and japanese..."
Marie
"Nice chilled atmosphere with a simple and clear menu. The staff are friendly but not intrusive and let you be. Given it was Saturday lunch,..."
Ananya Singhal
"K: Post transmission, my brother and I seeked a nice Yumcha meal to heal our bodies after intense raving and lots of standing. Choosing Oriental..."
Kevin & Emily
"My bf and I found ourselves in the city and decided to have a selection of dumplings for lunch at oriental tea house. The staff were very friendly..."
Lisa Giles
"LIT!: the noodle dishes are affordable but the winners of this place goes to the Xiao long baos- the skin is thin and keeps the juice inside. Also..."
Jennitals
"Absolute BEST dumplings in Melbourne... or even in Australia ! And I absolutely love my dumplings.... Their flavours are to die for!! 100% recommend...."
Food Girl 101
"This place is absolutely worth checking out if you are a dumpling lover! They serve the best dumplings in Melbourne. Is reasonably priced and..."
Sheemal Visun
"Cheap with a beautiful ambience and restaurant decor. Huge selections of teas and a plant based menu.. Staff very informative and attentive..."
The Carnivor & Vegan
"We did the all you can eat yum cha on a Friday night and were absolutely bursting afterwards. With value and quality like that I don't know why you..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Our group of 6 shared the 6 person banquet and found it to be excellent value at $30 per person.  Delicious and varied dishes that were served very..."
Rianna Chapman
"$30 all-you-can-eat yumcha. These are the food that you will hardly order or allowed to order if you have Asian parents. But don't get me wrong, it's..."
KH
"We tried the $30pp unlimited yum cha deal and boy did it satisfy!!!I would say that if you've been craving all the traditionally popular..."
Kath's Food Indulgences
"The Dear Luncher enjoyed a swift luncheon at the CBD branch of The Oriental Teahouse recently. Intentions were to order ala carte, however these..."
The Dear Luncher
"I only go here for the all you can eat yum cha during Fridays worth $30pp. The price is okay for the selection and flavor of food.My..."
Ashel Lehsa
"It was very quiet which I really appreciated.The tea selection was broad and the waiter made great suggestions.The food was also excellent,..."
Arnaud Michelin
"Came here to get my dumpling fix for dinner and it delivered! Quite a large tea selection, but a bit expensive for tea. Repeat customer for the food..."
Xtina
"Yumcha for dinner???????Friday night, DJ is pumping his music, $30 all you can eat dumplings (Yumcha style), $20 all you can drink (make..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"For $30, the all you can eat buffet is definately worth a visit. A few too many fried dishes and not enough steamed options for my preference but..."
Bec Lamb
"This place is surprisingly very, very good! Just popped in here quickly, and so surprised to see the menu consists not only of different fusions of..."
Colossal Chow
"Had the yum cha the other night not bad steamed dumplings were a little bland but the sweet beef and wontons were lovely, we went on a Friday night..."
Luc
"Yumcha! Oriental Tea House has a wide array of teas and tisanes to suit every one. They also have delicious yumcha all day long. And if you're like..."
Isle
"Went here for a yum cha lunch with 4 adults and 1 child. The service was good, especially one waiter was very friendly. The food was nice. I would..."
I. D.
"Really cool place great vibe they had a Dj playing which really made it. Was here with a group of 15 we had the $50 dumpling and wine package which..."
Scotty
"Have your fill down at the Oriental Tea House. Dumplings and more dumplings with a side of dumplings all you can eat $30.0 p/p. Great value for money..."
Our Foodie Finds
"This place has a nice atmosphere and the food is great. It is well priced and good serving sizes.The teapot cocktails are really good! ..."
Sandeep
"amazing atmosphere to catch up and relax, love the tea selections, however the food is overly priced and only small portions, leaving me hungry (and..."
Dee
"Especially loved the prawn dumplings, very fresh, loads of filling. Was overall very enjoyable and the flavours were excellent! Would come back again..."
Matthew Mao
"First time and absolutely not the last one. Food was delicious. We loved pretty much everything. Sharing is a very good option. The staff was very..."
Ruben Sanchez
"The best dumplings I've had in Melbourne! Taking the humble dumpling and doing it justice, everything on the menu is packed full of flavour. The..."
John T
"Oriental Tea House’s menu was pretty extensive; they had a lot of dim sum varieties, main Chinese dishes, and also seasonal delights. A lovely cosy..."
Angel Khong
"Ambience was nice. Service was great. Fried barramundi (not pictured) was lightly coated and wasn't oily at all. Lemongrass chicken dumplings tasted..."
Elisa H
"Such a beautiful space. First time in the city location and it did not disappoint. We did the Dumplings for Dating set menu which honestly levelled..."
Mia Goreng
Ripples Bentleigh
78/100 (971 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Chinese
Chinese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Prawns
Mandarin Duck
Peking Duck
Fish
Fried rice
Pork
Beef
Dumplings
Duck
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Sit down
Asian
Chinese
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Just had chicken sweet corn soup but was really good soup.Good and quick service and Jasmine tea was excellent.Conveniently..."
Sahil Ali
"Living local to the area Ripples is a landmark that everyone has to visit at least once a year. A high quality meal is expected when you dine here...."
Burgers Of Melbourne
"I’m so glad there’s a option close to home to satisfy those yum Cha cravings! Serving up the classics Ripples is a wonderful option. I still..."
Bigmelbappetite
"Traditional Cantonese restaurant with authentic and yummy roast duck, roast pork and BBQ pork. Yum cha is nothing special comparing to all the other..."
Jen
"Quality restaurant. More expensive, but worth the added price. Known for their dumplings, which are great. Try the chicken hot pot dish, and the half..."
LeanGuy
"We had a party of 20, spread over two tables upstairsFood was great (recommend the crispy pork, salted egg fried tofu and pepper steak). The..."
Princeofharts
"Wow......  went  to  Ripples  at  Bentleigh       with  best  friend.         Lunch  time...     Excellent  Service    .... ..."
Mark Thwaites
"Perfect place for Sunday yum cha with the family. Ambience : 4/5. A relatively busy place especially on the weekends. Spaces in between tables..."
Moieats
"The food was delicious! Came here with my wife on a chillax day. All their staff are very attentive. One of the best Yumcha place in the area! Will..."
Life=Food
"As soon as you walk in you can almost feel the history of the place. I don’t exactly know how long Ripples has been open, but I felt like watching..."
Fiona Kang
"Great quality Chinese food, we especially enjoy their Peking duck and fried rice. Yumcha is just average though. Service is consistently good...."
Hoj Youn
"an old classic that has been in Bentleigh for years. this trusty Chinese restaurant is a go to for a special occasion as it's fairly big with plenty..."
Nicole Wamba
"I went to dinner w/ the family and had a lovely, delicious, hot meal. We went on a Sunday night and they were able to accommodate a walk in from the..."
BillyJoBob
"Seriously one of the most expensive yum cha I've ever been to! In saying that, the food was actually pretty darn good! They were freshly made using..."
Lia Yosaatmadja
"Excellent food and excellent service ...waiting staff extremely attentive ..best chinese meal in a very long time ....great menu choice and food..."
Jane Davies
"Great Chinese food experience. Canton food to be more specific. The restaurant environment, staff, food choices are very authentic Chinese food, you..."
Alex Chen
"Always have had yumcha with families and friends here. The dinner menu is also great. Love the seafood dishes and roasted duck. I reckon it's the..."
Emmaandamei
"Six of us had yum cha today. The selection was great. Our two favourites- salt and pepper squid and chinese broccoli- were made on request. The tea..."
Linda Graudins
"Ratio Decidendi: Quality dim sum, good range of dishes, at reasonable prices. It’s been surprisingly hard to find a good yum cha place since..."
Dimsumforone
"Best Yum Cha in the Bayside area. Very consistent quality and the staff are efficient and generally very accommodating. You must try the BBQ pork..."
Simon
"Very ordinary considering it is Xmas Day and they want the customers today.  Little to  no atmosphere, a couple of cheap and nasty decorations,..."
Rhonda Anne Cashmore
"The spirit of spreading its cuisine .... got to give it to the Chinese ......I was in Bentleigh this afternoon, not known for its Chinese..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Authentic Hong Kong style 'Yum Cha' place. Good selection of Dim Sum for everything taste buds. Always lovely to start a Sunday here, enjoying a..."
Who Loves Good Food
"Being sort of new to the area, I was pleased to find a Yum Cha spot close to home! Traditional selections and friendly staff, similar to what you can..."
Carlo
"To have a good yum cha you need to have a bustling busy atmosphere with a full house. Ripples does this well despite not being located in one of..."
Jonathan Qiu
"First time takeaway here. We ordered the Satay chicken skewers, Shredded steak with mandarin sauce, Roast duck with plum sauce and a large special..."
Luke
"Great food. Particularly the chicken and eggplant hotpot. Possibly slightly less authentic food for what we like but we're fussy. Priced a little..."
David Lew
"This restaurants range of yum cha is amazing and tasty. We come here at least once a month. The roast pork and ginger prawn dumplings are our..."
Katrina Orchard
"Loved it for early dinner while was pregnant. Great menu selection. Prices ok too. Waiters very attentive. Could not fault a thing. Overall good,..."
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"We are regulars here. They know us on sight. Whilst it may not be the best yum Cha in Melbourne it's still good. I have had worst in little China..."
Nelly
"Nice food and all.. Not as authentic as something you'd get at Richmond in Victoria Street. Also more expensive then at other Yum Cha places...."
Maximus
"Traditional Quality Hong Kong Food. Feels like I am back in 80s when first walk in to Ripples. Deco was outdated and looks like the place has not..."
Facebook User
"Food good. Service TERRIBLE.Chi/Chin (male manager on Saturday last week) was so rude to my girlfriend saying 'whatever you want, we don't have'..."
Hungryhippo88
"Yummy yum cha. Great food, some dishes even better then shark fin house in city. friendly staff but service can sometimes be slow. overall, love..."
Jykp
"Came here last Sunday ready for a big yum cha feed and few reds, on entry the floor is very big and fits in heaps of people. we booked however they..."
Brett
"Good food. Eaten here many times over the years. Decent food (extensive menu) and good Cantonese flavours. Seating can be a bit squishy, but overall..."
Julycheee
"My hubbie & I eat out several times a week. What we love about Ripples is their yum cha lunch... In particular the prawn dumplings (some dishes are..."
Nommy Num Nums
"We love the yum cha here! The service is efficient, the food is affordable and delicious! Would recommend the steamed pork buns, pork and prawn dim..."
Cody Thomas
"AUTHENTIC Cantonese Cuisine. Most authentic Cantonese Cuisine this side of Lt Bourke Street! If you are looking for Sweet n Sour Pork, Steak in Black..."
KaraokeKlazzik
"Don't understand the poor reviews. The most beautiful spring rolls and bbq pork and very affordable. We will be back to try yum cha..."
Kat23
"I rate the yum cha here as one of the best in Melbourne. It's certainly not the cheapest but I can't think of a better yum cha place and I love yum..."
Sad Panda
"Never disappoints. Ordered the sliced beef hotpot and pan fried barramundi with the ripples fried rice. Food just melts in your mouth. Ideal for..."
Sonnyboy
"Very impressed . Have been to many top notch yum Cha restaurants so I know good yum Cha when I taste it :) it really was great food. Very good..."
Caz
"Delicious and Great Service!. My mother and I took some family friends down from Brisbane to Ripples for dinner. It was a Thursday night and not very..."
Lisa Shneidz
"Delicious Yum Cha. We went with the family for Yum Cha on a Saturday. We were greeted warmly and shown to a large table. Food came out quickly and..."
Allan
"Kasho. Very ordinary food, what else can I say?Not cheap..."
Kathleen Stibbard
"I just ate dinner here and i liked it. The food was nice and the staff were very good. I have eaten yum cha here alot and its great but have never..."
Caulfied Eater
"First Time. Went there tonight on a whim after driving past it numerous times and then jumping on Urbanspoon to see if it was worth giving it a..."
Gilly
"Usually awesome - though let down today.... Steamed dumplings should come out steaming - not luke warm. Sort it..."
Dmac
"Consistently good. Another Sunday yum cha at Ripples. The food is consistently of a good standard. The variety is reasonable. The roast duck, chicken..."
Brilea
"Back on Track!. Was great, then a hiccup, and now back on track.Is still seriously good for a local Chinese restaurant in the area. Always..."
Ron Matthews
"Ripples Bentleigh. I was once their customer , loving their food and everything until the aricle on leader saying their food was potentially..."
Michael
"I have been going to this restaurant for 7 years. Never got disappointed. I saw some reviews about the rude manner of the staff, to be honest it is..."
马会计看澳洲
"Great food, friendly staff and good atmosphere. Been here twice. First time we had the lobster. Really yummy. Second time is the dishes attached to..."
Cheong K
"Fantastic yum cha with a selection of fresh seafood that can be cooked to your liking. My favourite is ginger dumplings and crab..."
Crystal Toth
"We popped in recently to order some takeaways for the Chinese New Year. We ordered the duck and roast pork and both were super yummy. The duck was..."
peter oht
"Great family restaurant, the team were brilliant with their customer service. Highly recommend the San Choi..."
Robbie Mejia
Quanjude Peking Duck Restaurant
78/100 (920 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Asian
Asian
Chinese
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Fried rice
Beef
Pancakes
Duck
Oyster
Prawns
Mandarin Duck
Peking Duck
Sit down
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Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Private Dining
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After-hours
Mid-range
"BEST PEKING..."
Glitter Bun
"We have booked a business dinner. The manager over there is so nice and willing to answer all our question when helping us to decide the food.T he..."
华澳国际
"I have to say this is the best quality opening duck in Melbourne, the brand is from China ( I love this brand in China and it is really popular )...."
Sweet N Spicy Queen
"Quanjude originates from China where the Peking duck chain has over 50 restaurants, Melbourne was the company’s first branch outside of Asia with..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"Food 4/5Service 5/5Environment 4/5A traditional Peking duck which you can wrap by yourself after the chef slice the duck in the..."
Paul In OZ
"Haven’t been to the place but do a take away. The duck is good, and the lotus bread is tender as well. I think it is the authentic flavor compared..."
CharlotteJiang
"Went here for dinner, food was amazing as was the service, definitely worth a try. We were very impressed with the delicacy of the juicy white meat &..."
Srslyfoods
"Good food good company best tasting parking duck in the cbd. Other food was alright also and the staff members were friendly. Will be back soon..."
Ayapom
"Came here recently and was quite impressed with their dishes! The duck indeed was small when you see the whole duck but had loads of meat. Food was..."
LC
"Peking duck with style. Super crispy and tasty with wafer thin spring onions. Very grand setting, high ceilings and table cloth coupled with great..."
Stan
"Small hidden restaurant, but it was pretty spacious for the interior. They are known for their peking duck and delicious dishes. Have since left..."
Amy Ahmi
"My all time favourate Chinese restraunt in Melbourne. You would thought it be pricy, but for the quality, it is cheap! True aithentic flavour and..."
Summer Zhang
"It doesn’t get more authentic than the Peking Duck from Quanjude! Hailing from the Chinese capital of Beijing, this outlet offers the finest in..."
MelbFoodHunter
"Waiter was very helpful in suggesting how many dishes to order for the number of persons. Peking Duck was incredible, I would think it serves more..."
Clara Chong
"This is the best Peking Duck in Melbourne. Have been coming back again and again every time Im craving Peking Duck. Had half a duck, Kongpao..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Greatest peking duck in melbourne! Highly recommend anyone who loves chinese food to try this place. The friend rice is also a must try..."
Dr Lin
"The restaurant is well decorated, feels like Chinese empire palace. The Peking duck tastes ok, if you order a whole duck, you can get an ID of the..."
Spinning Round Horse Kick
"This is new my favourite Peking duck restaurant. Why you ask? Well, it does duck exactly the way I like it & the way it should be. Crispy skin..."
Fussy Eater
"Always love to dine here with family. We obtained a certificate indicating the number of duck we eat that day. I love the juiciness and how succulent..."
Ferry Gondo
"Came here for the Peking duck, nicely presented always, they used to slice it in front of you last time, but no longer now. Forgot to take..."
Snoopy
"Peking duck? More like PEAKING duck.On the agenda to conquer all of the Melbourne restaurants Zomato has to offer, tonight we visited..."
Kevin & Emily
"Been here a few times and the quality of food and service is quite consistent. Lucky for us that each time we were here there is at least one good..."
Lianne
"Love the Peking duck here. Best in Melbourne. Kung pao chicken taste very nice as well, so we're the noodles. Gotta come here every once a..."
Veronica Lin
"Beautiful food. Peking duck is divine and the wagu beef dish is to die for. We have been here twice now and on both occasions have really enjoyed the..."
Liz
"I went to this restaurant last week with my friends without booking. It was not busy and staff were very attentive. Manager (i think he is the..."
MLE
"Very nice wood-fired $79 Peking duck (a full duck between 4), though we had to wait about an hour for it to arrive (and a number of other tables were..."
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"I went Quanjude yesterday with my family for a Mid Autumn day gathering. The place was fully booked, filled with many young people/students,..."
Vicki Guo
"Yummy peking duck. The duck itself is carved thinly and served nicely on a plate along side the crepes, cucumber, spring onions and hoisin. The..."
Nelly
"A little confession: it's been a while since I was here - writing from memories from over a year ago.Having said that, it's hard to forget..."
David Lew
"Second time coming here for dinner and it did not disappoint on both occasions. As the restaurant specialises in Peking duck and so ordered this. The..."
Jac
"So upon thinking about whether I should review this restaurant, I researched the reviews for some of the previous diners at this establishment...."
Timbo
"Lovely place for dinner. Was a little quiet, but thankfully not silent. Their Peking duck pancakes are some of the best I've ever tasted- warm and..."
Confessions Of A Foodie
"This is a great place for family dinner. Service was lovely and efficient. Food quality was good and the Peking duck is a must try. Prices were..."
MF
"Great food. Peking duck a highlight. Cooked to perfection, with no nasty fat. Banquet great quality too. Service is solid. The experience is all..."
Tony
"Ordered the Satay Sticks and Spring Rolls for Entree. Speedy service and we all enjoyed the taste. For mains we shared the Pork Fillet, Chilli Beef..."
BigFellaBella
"I really dont like cantonese food. Besides the peking duck, everything just normal. Do not worth to try. Service is fine. Around $60-70 per..."
赵锦心
"Not the best peking duck but the beef dish was really good also the duck soup and prawn. The decor is classic but need to maintain cuz it look really..."
Tram Dang
"Going Downhill. I used to love this place and have dinner with family & friends for the special occasion since 2012. The more we come back I feel the..."
Sarah
"I should advise you that my death row meal would definitely be a Peking Duck with all the trimmings.  So be warned, the following description of..."
Thequestfornoms
"The original Quanjude restaurant is very well-known in Beijing, however its Melbourne counterpart is not as popular. It offers Chinese cuisine, at..."
Flho
"CHINESE DESSERT SERIES: Proud of its imperial heritage and impressively one part palace, one part museum, consider Quanjude's "Peking Toffee..."
MoMo And Coco ~ Dessert Correspondents
"This is an experience worth trying for anyone with an appreciation for fine dining, Peking duck, Qing dynasty history. Or a combination of the trio..."
Melbourne Glutton
"...the food is great and it’s a little expensive and I probably wouldn’t return unless my folks asked me to recommend a flashy Peking duck..."
Gem
"The Best of the Best. I have eaten at some of the finest Chinese restaurants around the Globe. From New York City's Chinatown to Perth, Western..."
Richard Stern
"Best peking duck I’ve had! Chef carves the duck at your table when it’s not too busy. Get the salt and pepper duck frame instead of the..."
Chloe Choo
"Been here a few times now and absolutely love it! Plus my picky Chinese friends said it's one of the most authentic, long standing name for Peking..."
Eva from Chilled Mochi Studio
"Hard to find any faults on the night we dined here. Quanjude is know for its Peking Duck, and I’ve had a lot of good ones - happy to add this..."
Donald Yip
"It has been 5 years since I first time came here. A traditional Chinese Beijing Cuisine restaurant. Unfortunately they already changed their..."
Ruoyu Yang
"Nice open environment with traditional Chinese setting, however ambience was a bit awkward due to quiet service. Food was good and the pancakes for..."
Sugarcube Tea Party
"Succulent Peking duck! Really enjoyed the flavour. Customer service was great..."
Lily Jeong
"I think this restaurant is way underrated. The pekking ducks are very tasty (probably one of the best peeking duck restaurants I have been to in..."
Winnie Nguyen Trinh
Pacific Seafood Bbq House
78/100 (3677 ratings)
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"Love this place for quick pick up takeaway of BBQ pork and duck. I have slipped on two occasions when stepping down out of this restaurant..."
Carmen Sandiego
"Hands-down the best roast pork I’ve eaten Melbourne. The pork skin was so crunchy, the meat was tender and season perfectly.🗓 Visited..."
Steph
"My fave comfort food place in Melbourne. Always great food, great service, and unlike most chinese restaurant, this one is super clean just like a 4..."
Rama Hutagalung
"The best comfort food in Melbourne! You can never go wrong ordering food here, especially roast duck, roast chicken, crispy skin pork and all kind of..."
Julie
"The soup is good. Other dishes are too..."
Cikey Planet
"Pros: crab claws were not the typical ones you get at weddings, it had real crab shreds in it! All bbq meats were perfection. One of the best places..."
Linda
"- Roast duck: meat was tender and juicy, not too salty. The skin was not crispy but was well-seasoned and not soggy.- Stir-fried veg (can't..."
IsaH
"You can’t go past Pacific House for some good seafood. Great food with so much flavour. We ordered mum crab with ginger Shallots and egg noodles,..."
Van Nguyen
"We have been coming here for yonks to get our roasted duck fix. While their prices are slightly higher than other places, you are almost always..."
Sunny Days Melbourne
"Classic roasts and amazing dishes, Pacific BBQ is an institution on Victoria St! Always a great spot for roast duck and pork! Fresh, deliciously..."
Yorkstergram
"Genuine Hong Kong food! Came here with my partner and parents. My mum (who’s a Chinese) is a really fussy eater, but she really liked it here, so..."
Julie Ng
"With a glut of good places to eat in the area, ones like these stand out. And you know it’s good when you see it busy from early in the day until..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Delicious roast duck or roast pork with rice. They also do a lunch menu which is affordable compared to their a la carte dinner menu. Great to have..."
Michi
"One of the best meals I’ve had in Richmond in a very long time. Ordered:Half roasted duck and pork $30 Braised eel and pork in..."
Cindy Tran
"This place is worth the hype. An institution that serves simple, flavourful food. When we are craving good Chinese and don’t want to risk trying..."
Savina
"Fast, reliable Cantonese take away. The service and food gave me a strong Hong Kong cafe feel. The floor managers made it even more like Hong Kong...."
Coco F
"Food is excellent here. The roast duck, char sui, the dinner menu is tasty as well. Picture is a special clay pot and honey pepper fillet Mignon...."
Suzysays
"If you're Asian, chances are you've heard of this place. There's a smaller branch in the CBD, more frequented by international students, but this..."
Crabapples For Lunch
"Always busy and crowded ! The food here is pretty good and authentic . They do really good roast meats especially the duck and pork. Seafood here is..."
Vivian
"Best pacific house of the three shops. Duck and roast pork are super super nice here! Seafood is also fantastic! Such a great genuine eatery...."
Great Restaurant Mentions
"Been here many times for years.They have variety of dishes and normally visit here when we want to eat different types of dishes.I've..."
Leena
"Great place for a family outing. Lovely environment and great service. Very child friendly and food was great. Lots of variety such as rice dishes,..."
Christine Le
"We finished watching mission impossible at Victoria Garden and thought we might have a late dinner at Pacific House. It was 8.30pm  and it was still..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Pacific House has always been a great takeaway spot for their famous siewyok, chicken, BBQ roasted pork and roasted duck (not forgetting their..."
HANNAH
"I’ve been a regular customer at Pacific Seafood BBQ House joints for years and and never have they disappointed! They are definitely one of the..."
Stelly
"Always dependable for a good Chinese feed. Wide range of selection on the menu. Roast Port & Duck  always on point. If you go for lunch can..."
D Train McClain
"Pacific seafood BBQ house in Richmond. Very authentic Cantonese style restaurant. I did not try the seafood but the BBQ PORK was tasty. Good place..."
Steven Gu
"I'm a fan of this place (and all of the branches). For a quick glutenous BBQ hit, its great. The dishwater-esque free starter soup is awesome, even..."
Kotix
"Ordered the belly pork in claypot and duck with rice, the dishes were really delicious. Duck skin was crispy and shiny, pork was very very tender..."
Sylv
"There isn't much to offer for decor but if you want quick service, attentive staff, and food served promptly after arrival then this place will tick..."
Hungry Hieu
"The best pacific house out of the three. Roast duck and pork are perfect and very consistent. I liked to add egg to my rice for extra..."
Ilovefoodsomuch
"Not sure about any of of the dishes here but the roast duck and crispy skin pork are the stars here. Can be cut inconsistently but the flavour is..."
Danny Nguyen
"I work in richmond and this is a regular lunchtime haunt - with lots of other options in Victoria st we can't seem to walk past this place. The..."
KClovesherfood?
"Came for lunch, got the lobster with ginger sauce and noodles, delicious, their smallest lobster was enough for 3 people. Seasonal pricing but you..."
TL
"I'm surprised that I have not written a review for Pacific House, despite having eaten here countless times. I most recently came here on a weekday..."
Hello. Imnikki
"It has been almost two years since I last visited Pacific Seafood BBQ House in South Yarra and knowing that there is another branch in Richmond, it..."
Michelle Leong
"The endless quest for the beloved roasted duck and soy chicken. Bought from here a few times whenever in the area visiting family. The pricing is..."
Cynthia Giang
"I really love the seafood, really fresh and nice especially the snow crab with goose paste The BBQ also is other highly light The manger..."
Tyron Austin Chiang
"Excellent food and service, this one in Richmond is very consistent, all the friends I took to this restaurant were very satisfied. Two thumbs up!!!..."
Ethan Chang
"The best seafood I had in Melbourne,the food is so fresh and tasty, the waiter and waitress r so nice and friendly, the manager who called beck is so..."
Justin Chen
"The roast duck is the best in Melbourne! Definitely gonna recommend this to my friends! The lady at the cashier was attentive and so friendly and the..."
Lee Jason
"My friend and I went here for lunch today.I have been here a few times now, I always like to visit when I am around the Richmond area. Their..."
Kyle
"An original.. love the complimentary "daily house soup" that they serve you upon sitting down. it kept my belly warm during those awfully cold winter..."
Petal Loves Food
"Food in Pacific house is always fresh and good.Lunch time menu provides a wide range of noodle and rice dishes to choose from. Price was..."
Maidstone Yana
"I ordered a mixed roast on rice for takeaway, the lady near door was friendly, and the duck is the best one in Melbourne I've never had. Everyone..."
Beck Chang
"Came here for lunch and ordered the roast pork with rice, roast duck with rice (pictured) and claypot vegetables, tofu and glass noodles to share..."
Vera7
"If you want authentic Cantonese seafood, look no further. We had ginger scallion mud crab with noodles, seafood combination chow mein and Chinese..."
Maureen Sim
"Craved roast duck noodles and this restaurant came up one of the Top 10 Roast Duck restaurants in Melbourne. Their Roast Duck was absolutely..."
Peline Tan
"Easy, comfort and fast chinese family meal here. Atmosphere could be loud and noisy sometimes as they are always packed and busy. Come here once..."
Delishmama
"Was invited out to have lunch here with few friends. Had the mixed dish consisting of roast crispy skin pork and roast duck along with rice. Wow......"
JP.
"I used to come here often when I lived nearby. Visited the place again years later and some things have changed. Place is bigger now which is good,..."
Lole Lole Lole
"Amazing place. Roasts can be hit and miss. But an authentic place and a favorote for years. Try the fried rices and roasts and beef..."
Foodlover2
"Melbourne no.1 juicy roast duck and yummy roast pork, efficiency service, very traditional Cantonese restaurant. ..."
Ashley Fang
"Went to pacific house recently after a few years. The food was fantastic!!We had roast duck, combo fried rice and beef with Chinese vegetables...."
Sf32393
"It was pretty busy as usual when we arrived but the restaurant is renovated with more seats and we got seats straight away.Liz and I got..."
Katherine's Food Diary
"It's been over 5 years since my last visit to this restaurant - it's now been renovated with more seating, cleaner and fewer colourful menu items..."
Pak
"Best HK style BBQ in Melbourne. Lunch specials at around $11 are a great deal. Service is brisk and indifferent...but who cares. The food is..."
Art
"DO: The any of the roast meats: crispy pork, BBQ pork, soya chicken or the famous duck. Also crab, soft shell crab, chilli chicken ribs, xo pipis or..."
David Food Leasing
"One of the best BBQ house in Melbourne. i love their BBQ dishes every time i come here. Authentic and fresh. Tried few other dishes, were just..."
Ezio Hungary
"I had a roasted duck and BBQ pork on rice for lunch. Wow it's an "oh my God" it's so delicious feeling. I've eaten many BBQ pork elsewhere, this..."
Goji
"Came here a few times for lunch, it's nice to have complimentary soup of the day soon after ordering. The bbq meat is tasty. The pork chop with..."
Elonie
"So yummy! Everything is good! Especially, Roast duck is juicy and tasty. I love it so much. I highly recommend seafood as well. Big crab and lobster..."
Alisa Chuang
"Very good Chinese casual restaurant. Very good roasted duck and pork, cozy environment, nice service. A very good restaurant for gatherings. Nice..."
Virginia Tang
"Long standing, authentic, popular and value for money casual Chinese restaurant. Their complimentary home made soup is my all time favourite -..."
J88
"Always an amazing gastronomic experience at this restaurant. Great to visit if you go with a group so you can try lots of dishes. Abit cramped and..."
Jenny Ying
"Was going to have crab but decided on having a fresh flounder. Absolutely delicious. Service was great. Looking forward to going back for some fresh..."
Campbell76
"Big fan and regular of the cbd outlet. Had lunch today - my standard roast pork and roast duck on rice. Didn't disappoint. Simple and delicious. Oh,..."
Gee
"Whenever I am in Richmond, this is my go to place for lunch if I want chinese food and roast dishes that I can count on to be good. As you..."
Mizpiggy
"The place for mud crab with home made xo sauce. Price tonight was $39 per pound (pound = 0.45kgs). Been here twice and it hasnt disappoint. Bill came..."
Hungry Caterpillar
"I have been coming to this restaurant for many years and they never fail to amaze me with their food. Last time we ordered the crab noodles and fried..."
Biggiechee
"Always been a great place for great roast pork/duck lunch or family dinner. It is just a bit too far from where I live and it is pretty hard to find..."
MF
"Always easy to enjoy, don't be complicated!Non-complicated menu, just a simple Crispy Pork Belly and BBQ Pork on Rice with a bit of Meat..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Short Melbourne trip after Christmas: focusing on takeaway meals and outdoor dining only in order to reduce covid risks 😅. Takeaway dinner from..."
Hanmo Li
"Absolutely love this place. A very popular place in Richmond. The food was so fresh and tasty and the price was reasonable. We had the Lobster which..."
Rajina Sujanthan
"The best Chinese BBQ and seafood place....full stop! Authentic experience and amazing flavours. We had the Szechwan Chicken and 3 roasts. Our third..."
Prateek Ghosh
"Loved it! Really miss authentic Chinese cuisine ever since we were in lockdown. Must try the Pork Belly cooked with Pineapple, Roast Duck & Stewed..."
Calvin Chia
"Chinese comfort food. Duck on rice, bitter melon with black bean. Shame they don’t do the complimentary soup anymore. Food still top notch. I’ve..."
Derrick Rose
"Authentic Chinese food, better than Chinatown. Service is quick & staff are friendly. Highly recommend booking..."
Julie
"Must try, highly recommend. Authentic, fast service. All dishes are..."
Andrew O
Dahu Peking Duck Restaurant
76/100 (890 ratings)
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"Hadn't had Peking duck for a while so we thought we would try Dahi Peking Duck Restaurant. As the name suggests, it specialises in Peking..."
Warren Louey
"Went to Da Hu Peking Duck Restaurant for a mothers day get together with family.The Peking Duck was very  tasty - this is coming from someone who..."
Kylie Davies
"This is a great spot for peking duck with family or friends. I find the restaurant reasonably priced with good portion sizes across all the dishes...."
Jf
"The food was pretty average. We ordered a mix of banquet A and B both of which seemed lovely. The san Choi bao was really nice and loved it however..."
Zacquilinelao
"Tried this restaurant for the first time and loved it. Had Peking duck and it was delicious. Generous servings and we were all full. Staff gave great..."
Srslyfoods
"Nice little restaurant, been eating Peking Duck for years, very old place, needs an upgrade, some staff didn’t understand English much. Food still..."
Lyonee Dang
"Got half a Peking Duck and the fried wanton.The wanton was a disaster to begin with as it looked nothing like in the picture. A pinch of..."
Sivashankar Sivam
"We ordered the Peking duck and it was very good. The duck was carved at our table and there were just enough pancakes for the amount of duck..."
Suzie Lee
"I've been visiting this restaurant for well over 6 times over the last three years and last week, I decided to take my folks to have our Peking Duck..."
Thi Han Kyaw
"I thought the duck here was really nice. The chef comes out and personally chops up the duck in front of you. Its good value also I thought. For..."
Digestinator
"When the name of the place have the food item youre after it must be good... thankgod it was!! 5.30pm.. walked in first customer and they hurriedly..."
SueyLuey
"A place I'd return to often for my Peking duck craving. Delicious pieces of roast duck with crispy skin carved up for you to place into freshly..."
Hungry Jeweller
"LIT!: great place for large group dinners and this place is pumping. The peaking duck was delicious.NOT SO LIT: the dishes were smaller..."
Jennitals
"If you're in the city and craving pecking duck, this is the go to place. Well tbh, I actually haven't tried many other places because normally I just..."
Goldentongue
"My favourite chinese restaurant in melbourne. An absolute gem staff are always friendly food is delicious. Best in china town..."
Elizabeth-Anne Cooper
"Peking Duck was sooo tasty and also fried prawn with peper. Fried rice was not too bad.. anyway we had a good time with Da Hu, Thank you!! We will..."
Piyarat Pinthong
"It was wine and duck night for the husband and I and a few of my work friends and Da Hu Peking Duck was the lucky beneficiary of our patronage (jokes..."
Ruth McMahaon
"Reasonably priced pecking duck with acceptable standards. The pecking duck is served with lots of duck meat though, not what you'd expect with normal..."
Nomafoodic Chipineats
"My New Favourite Chinese Restaurant in Melbourne.One must give credit where credit is due, and this eatery deserves 6 stars for so many reasons...."
Richard Stern
"I was originally going to give this place 4/5 but then we were asked to give a tip (very distasteful in Australia!) when we had already spent $75...."
Thelittleburrito
"Nice and spacious restaurant with plenty of seating. Decent food and good service. Would recommend if in the mood for roast duck. Special Banquet..."
FOOD TRIP
"It is what it is.A huge iconic establishment in the heart of China Town.Renown for its, Peking Duck, as the title..."
Matty Austin
"came here with my team mates, Nice place. very good food.spring onion pancake was nice. Also had the vermicelli..."
Jerish Sunny
"We've been coming here for over 20 years + it's hands down the best Peking duck in Melbourne. We hate places which pre-roll the pancakes..."
Niallg
"Nice and spacious restaurant with plenty of seating. Decent food and good service. Would recommend if in the mood for roast duck. Special Banquet..."
FOOD TRIP
"Update: the Peking duck can be a bit inconsistent. We had a half duck and the skin was really rubbery and chewy as opposed to crispy, making us..."
Occasionalist
"In my memory they used to make the best Peking duck in town . That's why I am back tonight . However I am not very happy with the over finely chopped..."
Julia Ye
"Meal was nice, but the service was a bit if a let down. We were mostly ignored, put in a far corner of the restaurant behind a pole when there were..."
Lauren Green
"Reasonable price for pecking duck (expensive for a student who like to eat like me but i just can help wanting more pecking duck). Do recommend the..."
3Tran
"Peking duck banquet for a reasonable price in Chinatown. Make sure you're hungry before going there, cause the portions are large. I'm a big eater,..."
Marcel S.
"Came here for dinner tonight after having massive cravings for peking duck and after spending a long time reading reviews, we decided to go with Da..."
UdonKnowMe
"Very authentic Peking duck, my family love the duck there. The dumplings are also very..."
Caz Melb
"Da Hu Peking Duck Restaurant 太湖北京烤鸭店 specialises in serving Peking Duck, obviously. The restaurant is located at one corner across the..."
Evelovelle
"Puts the quack in the Duck. We arrived on a Sat nt with a table of 7. The staff were quick and attentive. The service was great and the food was..."
Scott.sq
"Very authentic Peking duck with emphasis on a crispy skin. Very much reminded me of getting duck in Hong Kong. Very reasonable price for banquet...."
Stephen Forde
"Best Peking Duck in Melbourne. Arguably the best Peking Duck in Melbourne. My family and I have frequented this restaurant for many years, but only..."
Stepjamoe
"Peking duck dish was yummy..others we tried were..."
Ryan Ilahi
"Nice service. I have been here twice (lunch and dinner on the same trip into the city). food was great and the owner and/or manager recognised us..."
Rachael Hallett
"Had the duck, the spicy calamari and vegetables. Excellent. Treated great and his service. Affordable. Plus the subtle piano instrumental in the..."
Dabug Mahoney
"Peking duck girl's approval. Ok i was born in beijing, china and moved to Australia when i was about 10 years old. i lived in brissy for 16 years and..."
Liz
"Not only best duck but best value lunch under $20Came here for lunch a Sunday, was fairly busy but didn't have to wait for a table. Seated..."
Sam Shue
"Great for a pre-event feed, service good and fast, very tasty food. Only grumble was the paucity of pancakes to go with the delicious and plentiful..."
AB
"This business has been there for the past 25 years and both the owner and the cheffs have not changed.The Good:Great customer service...."
Jaysful
"Still has the best Peking duck in town....always a pleasure to eat here and service by waiting staff is always..."
Foodie
"The best Peking duck in Melbourne it's amazing and reasonably..."
Burt
"Spot on!. Had a large booking for 11, and have enjoyed this place before (usually in large groups) - and it was even better than I remembered. Based..."
Jarod
"Nice duck with reasonable price. I've been there countless times for the duck and it has always been a pleasant dining experience. The service has up..."
Foodcritics
"Simple restaurant and aptly named; for a large serve of Peking duck for a good price I haven't found better. That said, some of the other..."
Jeremy Fielding
Shark Fin House
76/100 (1483 ratings)
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"Yummy..."
Vanessa Simonds
"Old habits die hard, this is an good old fashion yum cha joint with quality food and decent service. Been a few times and although I've been burnt..."
Tedlangtons
"Classic yum cha. Service was good, prices on par with my usual Sydney experiences, i love tripe but wasn't a fan of this version, cooked well..."
Racveq
"Went there on a Sunday afternoon around 130pm, there was no line as it was pretty late for yum cha. However, there're still plenty of varieties left..."
Sharon Jong
"This is one of the best yum cha places I have ever tried.Every dish was delicious, the service was amazing. We got there at 11am when it just..."
Christine
"The food is very nice, this place would be my first choice when I want yum cha...."
Vivian Ng
"Shark Fin House has climbed the ranks to become my favourite place for yumcha!The first thing I think of when I think yumcha is the rolling..."
Jasmine
"This place has good yum cha and always busy on the weekend, the price is good too and food is fresh. Service is average...."
Food Lover
"The crisp on the pineapple bbq pork bun is thick and super satisfying, despite from the onion in the bbq pork bun fill, everything is excellent. ..."
Evonvonvon
"Whenever I want yum cha in the city this is the only place I will go to. Hits the spot every time! I could feel like I'm over eating but we always..."
JMS
"This a great yumcha spot in china town! We went on Mother’s Day weekend and the staff were super friendly and gave all of the mothers a rose...."
Withaknifeandfork
"Excellent yum cha, great service, non-stop trolleys that ensure your table is constantly filled with steaming hot baskets of dumplings. The custard..."
Custardbun
"This restaurant has been part of Melbourne’s Chinese food scene for a few decades. The yum cha or dim sum lunch is one of the best in town. Very..."
Srslyfoods
"Was at this restaurant with my whole family ( 12 persons) for yum Cha at 1.30pm session. They serves 11.30 am and 1.30pm. We were allocated to 2nd..."
Noble Foodie
"Been there few times and always nice staff and great serving for customers. But just one thing should check that bit burn taste the fried rice...."
Be Honest
"We came here on a Saturday night. We made a reservation via Zomato but when we got there the restaurant told us they did not receive our booking as..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Dinner review:It’s been a long time since we’ve been back for dinner at Shark Fin House, and I can confirm that it is still my favourite..."
Stelly
"A nice lunar New Year dinner with the family. You can never go wrong with Shark Fin House. The quality consistency is amazing. The ambience and..."
Johnny Chan
"We came here for Chinese New Year dinner because we heard Shark Fin's Low Sang is one of the best in Melbourne.The Cantonese style main..."
Lina's Music House
"It is the best Yum Cha I know in CBD!..."
CharlotteJiang
"This is my place to go for yumcha craving!Went here for family reunion for luncheon.Great selection of yumcha, fresh yet tasty.I..."
Hon
"I came here for my birthday. The highlight dishes for me was their tripe, abalone and eggplant. Service was a bit slow but it was expected for..."
Fendi
"It's been our go to place for a group yum cha for many years now. And on the last visit, it still hadn't disappointed us. The price was all right and..."
Don Djoe
"Always a must-have when our family comes to visit! The food is very authentic, not to mention they serve up the best lobster noodles in town 👌..."
Kris L
"Dinner with family - 8 dishes of golden salted egg prawns, tofu seafood claypot, vege dish, roast platter, siizzling deer dish, abalone with vege,..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
"The ambience was comfortable and the food is nice. the mvp go to chicken feet and the egg custard bun, i could say it’s one of the best i have ever..."
Khorry Sila
"- Ah, shark fin house! Despite the controversial name that may trigger some environmental fanatics, it’s a great place for yumcha (if you don’t..."
The Sauceress
"I love having sharing dishes with my partner because... food envy is a real thing guys! The great thing about Hot Pot is that you get to share..."
Anne Ma
"Shark Fin house is a solid place to have yum-cha on a nice Sunday morning. I love the selection that they have, especially their chicken feet -..."
EatorTreat
"Went for noodles with crab and ended up having the $58/person banquet. Terrific value and lots of food. Excellent and very well priced wine list...."
Anthony
"Quality dim sum at a good price - go to the 11am sitting for freshness guaranteed and next level hustle and bustle for a genuine yum cha experience...."
Fleur
"Have been coming to Shark Fin house for over 10 years now and it is always fantastic, food is always good and the staff are really attentive. Book in..."
Adrian Moffat
" Been here twice. Service was impeccable and everything was beyond satisfactory. I feel pretty lucky that neither time I had to wait for a table,..."
Ted Wu
"One of the better Chinese restaurants of Melbourne. always exceptionally good services with food to match. definitely worth booking to ensure your..."
Descartesmuse
"A contender for best yum cha in Chinatown. Seafood is beautiful and has much better food than some of the other places. The service is quality and..."
Ziggy
"I don't go to yumcha often so my standards for yumcha isn't very high!Everything we had was delishhh apart from the mango soup?? that kinda just..."
Asianfoodie
"Very good food, good service , especially the golden prawn, better than what I can eat in Asia. Very fresh, I am amazed by how they can deep fried..."
Charlotte Cooper
"Flew down from Sydney and was recommended to eat at this joint. Paid an exorbitant amount of money for a jug of OJ priced at a juicy $28 and a small..."
Sjjxu1983
"Shark Fin is still my gold standard for yum cha restaurants (in Melbourne). I love the buzzing and bustling atmosphere, the cornucopia of dishes...."
An Antelope
"Used to visit here for special occasion dinner with friends. A bit more on the upper scale of Chinese restaurant, but it was worth it. Love their off..."
Ferry Gondo
"Shark Fin House has the best BBQ pork buns in town! The traditional yum cha with a variety of dim sims and dishes are served from trolleys. You can..."
Robot.tomato.space
"A great Dim Sum place that probably is closest to the ones I used to have back home. Sure, some of the textures and flavours were a little sub par,..."
Wandering Ella
"Great cheap yum cha place in the city.We were here on a Saturday morning with a table for two pre-booked and were quickly escorted to our..."
Luke And Hannah
"Food was nice especially the custard bun and tart.The service was great tooEspecially the waitress name as Jenny.Good service!keep it..."
Gabrielle Linling
"Today Father's Day , everywhere if without any booking then please wait more 30 minute for breakfast/ lunch . Finally come over here the manager..."
Pierre Pie
"Stopped in for a big yum Cha for 14 people on a Sunday. I was disappointed we were stuck on a few round tables poorly and barely put together despite..."
YummyMummy
"A Melbourne establishment. Good consistent quality in yum Cha dishes. This place can get busy, so be prepared to queue. As with most Chinese..."
Hungry Jeweller
"Came here for dinner, and was seated on level 2. The service was really good. The food is really tasty, We ordered half a peking duck and the waiter..."
Elonie
"Very efficient service and cosy environment, especially if seated on the second floor. The food is very delicious and boasts a plethora of..."
Blair C
"Shark Fin House is an institution of China Town. The food is very high quality. We had scallops, beef, prawns and crispy skin chicken. All dishes hit..."
Hungry Catepillar
"had a nice little dim sum lunch yesterday, love the liu sar pau which means runny salted duck egg buns! They are the only one of few in Melbourne CBD..."
Nomafoodic Chipineats
"Came here for Dim Sum with my family. I would highly recommend their shark's fin dumpling, fried carrot cake, Liu Sah pau, egg custards and glutinous..."
Joan K.
"An old restaurant in China town and famous in Melbourne. Yum cha is available in the lunch time. Sea food is nice here. Service is okay. Lots of..."
Cindy
"Good place to eat. Authentic Chinese food, unique way of serving.Great pork dishes, as are the egg cupcakes and the tasty desserts.Try the..."
Somnath Banerjee
"Had the usual dumpling offer at Shark Finn, after all these years I do feel they have a really large range. It is an institution for a reason as all..."
Split The Bill
"We have been here 2 years ago. This restaurant achieved many awards. So, we came back on this trip. Love the food! We ordered chicken and beef....."
Aik
"Yeeha yum cha. I've been coming here for years for super traditional tasty yummy cha cha. Ask any Chinese person you know where they recommend for..."
Good Food Good Mood
"We came here to have dinner and when we got the menu and saw the vast number of items, we just agreed to the pre set banquet for 2. It satisfied,..."
Mel
"The best yumcha I've had. The sumai and prawn dumplings were perfect. Dumplings didn't break or look close to breaking every time you picked them up...."
Phuong Phan
"Shark Finn house is a staple of Melbourne's China Town. Widely considered one of the top Chinese eateries in the area, and I would have to..."
Pitted4Lyf
"The only place for yum-Cha in the cbd in my opinion. Chicken's feet and char sui pork buns are lip smackingly good. The oolong tea there was great..."
Spaghetti Monster
"Last visit Nov 2016 I have been a couple of times with friends and family - and I definitely rate it above average. It has the old school..."
Ian Ho
"High quality seafood restaurant, one of my favourite lobster restaurant, 广东菜式,主打海鲜,but deco inside slightly dated,..."
Madamrouge86
"👍 I believe by far this is the best place in Melbourne for Yum Cha👎 Sometimes when you order a specific dish, it can be not hot enough...."
Moetfan
"It used to be my favorite Yum cha in Melbourne. High quality food, friendly staff and reasonable price. But with more new Yum cha restaurants open,..."
Tiana
"Went today with a group of 4. The restaurant looks really busy since they are now having a lobster & Abalone promotion. We didn't have the combo..."
Mrs Lavender
"Solid. The staff was very attentive and we felt they were genuinely happy we were there. Every dish we ordered was good, with the special scallop..."
Parker
"Sweet memories from forty years ago when I was a kid. Used to go here every second weekend as a kid, with the food being nothing short of superb...."
Terry Vanes
"Great place to eat seafood! We ordered one lobster for two persons, and that lobster was LARGE!! Staff is also very kind. We’ll be there..."
Senior Pretty Girl Jenny
"A great place for dim sum and lunch whenever you are in the city. Very near to Parliament station. Attentive staff, quick service despite busy..."
Nicholas Lim
"Came in for Yum cha and was impressed with their different types of dim sums. Prices are higher but you pay for the quality. Services is good nothing..."
Saravanand Naiker
"Not bad. Not as good as secret kitchen but just solid yum cha. Has all the favourites: Cheung fan, siu mai, har gao, ham sui gok, fongjau/gaigeuk,..."
Lachlan Chan
"The best egg tart ever and the truth Hong Kong style ever. Pastry is very fluffy and egg custard is really delicious. This is one of the rare egg..."
Mel K
"Four Stars 🌟. Two people for Tuesday Yum Cha lunch. Total Bill @ $100.20. Amazingly tasty, the food and service was very pleasant and prompt. The..."
Autumnal Mountains
Crystal Jade Restaurant
75/100 (2026 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Asian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Asian
Chinese
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Chili
Crab
Scallops
Duck
Dim Sum
Ribs
Prawns
Noodle
Beef
Mandarin Duck
Peking Duck
Fish
Dumplings
Fried rice
Lobster
Pork
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Sit down
Chinese
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Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Absolutely love yumcha here! Pretty satisfied with every dimsum, nice service, comfortable and bright dining area. Must order: Century Egg..."
Full Time Foodie
"We ordered takeaway from Chinatown Crystal Jade Restaurant 翡翠小厨. They are currently doing 3 x set menu options - 龙虾🦞 Lobster,..."
Taeyeon's Hamster
"Very old establishment with good food and reasonable prices. Possibly change of management with new faces of new staffs. Overall service is good and..."
Anna Choong
"4.5 I love yum cha here! The food is really fresh as it is so busy. My favourite is the prawn dumplings, salted egg custard bun, the radish cake and..."
Vivian
"Don’t need to elaborate on the food; It was great specially when you’re hungry. Place has comfortable sitting which is good. Service was ok, but..."
The Gastronomist
"Great Chinese dim sim place located just Centre of China’s town. Amazing food quality and fast service zAbout 10 floor staff over a small..."
㊙️ The Traveling Foodie
"Amazing egg tarts, durian puffs and salted egg yolk buns. Their service is quite friendly and attentive, I could now see why they are the No.1 yum..."
Sophia
"My family visited Crystal Jade Restaurant for dinner. We really loved the food, my favourite was menu no. 314, the taro rings are a must to..."
Ellen T
"Food 4/5Service 4/5Environment 4/5If you do not need to consider the price, this restaurant is the best for Cantonese food...."
Paul In OZ
"They provide luxury ingredients, like wagyu, snow crab, lobster, and even foie gras. Most of the food were delicious, although not the best, but..."
Makan2Melbourne
"This restaurant will satisfy just about any of your chinese food cravings.Not forgetting they have amazing soup options and the melon was my..."
M3lissa____
"One of the best for yum cha during the day. And immaculate use of top quality seafood at night. A must try is the soup in the hairy melon, as well as..."
Tasting Notes Melbourne
"Organised a dinner with a fairly big group of friends (with children) and I was very pleasantly surprised (& relieved!) from the time of booking up..."
Lil’MissNyonya
"We came here for Christmas dinner without a reservation. It was a full house but the host was very accomodating even if we had to wait a little. The..."
Suzysays
"Our regular and most favourite yum cha place, lots of choices and good quality food. Definitely recommending this place. Dinner is also good there!..."
Micmicsw
"Certainly one of the better places to eat in Chinatown. Peking duck was flavoursome and the teriyaki beef was tender and melted in my mouth. Sweet..."
Ziggy
"If I feel like having yumcha in the city, there are few spots that I'll consider. But crystal jade always come out as a winner! I'd recommend booking..."
Rifan Thamrin
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Lorna
"Came here on sunday for lunch and the restaurant was so crowded . As they don't take booking for small table so we have to collect ticket and wait in..."
Sylvia Da Silva
"Custard and salted egg yolk bun was ok. But the crispy bbq pork bun was amazingggg! We booked a table in advanced and went there on Tuesday..."
Zoey Meng
"- Yes, Jade can be a little pricey but the quality is well worth it. You can see the effort going into the food, from the taste to presentation...."
The Sauceress
"Came here with my family for yum cha on a Saturday afternoon, with a booking for a 1hr session at 1:30pm. Upon arrival, we were made to wait for an..."
Stelly
"It came out first when we thought of yum cha so we went here for a couple of dishes. Having this kind of meal just makes me feel relaxed even though..."
NoCapsicumPlease
"Excellent Yum Cha, especially for lunch on Sundays. always fresh and staff are attentive. My wife and I love it... and always seem to go back for..."
Anthony Francis
"good food and good service always whenever we visit.. probably best dimsum in town. always ordered their chasiu and roast pork belly, yumm... seafood..."
Big Food Lover
"Came here for dinner instead of yum cha. Crystal jade would be considered one of the higher end honest restaurants in the city with a wide selection..."
One.hungry.girl10
"This is our new favourite yum cha place. We have been here twice and we have never been disappointed. Good service with very attentive waiting..."
Kacangma
"One of the best yum cha place for Chinese. Suggest you make a booking for weekends, otherwise will be a long line of waiting. Dinner is light south..."
Gwen Kwan
"A well-established up-class restaurant in Chinatown serving traditional Chinese cuisine. Try their famous wintermelon soup, it's light, herbal and..."
Debby
"Really great place for yum cha, it is always packed so book if you can or get in early. Service is quick and friendly and the dumplings as tasty. Can..."
Danny
"Great atmosphere! Absolutely loved and enjoyed the food. Extensive wine and drinks menu, dessert was amazing. Great customer service. Would..."
S_foodie
"This is one of my favourite Yum Cha restaurants!! Every dish I've tried so far makes me happy with a big smile on my face :D A little salty at times..."
Asianfoodie
"My favorite dim sum place in Melbourne. Clean, refined and damn tasty. Love the egg tart the most as it was buttery, crispy, and flaky with so much..."
Ferry Gondo
"We have eaten here over the last 5 years. Last night we are still very satisfied, their foods are delicious. Our favourite is black pepper grass fed..."
Megan
"Fairly typical yum cha restaurant - fast, chaotic and stressful! A trolly hits your table every minute and there is no time to think, let alone talk..."
Richard
"Been here for yum cha and it’s the best yum cha in Melbourne. The food is delicious and authentic. The standard can meet up to Sydney standards...."
Alijargalb
"Crystal Jade is one of the more popular yum cha places in the city and is located on the upper level. Bookings are recommended, if not be sure to get..."
LittleM
"Really nice dumsim with quick service. All the food we had are great, almost same as those in Guangzhou. The price is okay, not too high for such..."
VodkaO_ZS
"Ambience: 3.5/5 Food: 3/5 Service: 4/5 Will I return: Maybe Came here a few times with big group of friends. The service has..."
AllyBelly
"Crab meat was sweet and juicy! The 'Singapore Chili crab' however, the sauce wasn't particularly spicy nor especially tasty in any way. The mantou..."
Jean
"Bring out ur cheque book cos it's pricy than other Chinese restaurants in Chinatown! However, food was very tasty and presented beautifully, although..."
Teriliciousss
"Double boiled wintermelon soup, pan fried minced pork with salted fish, black pepper steak, oyster omelette. These are the dishes you should try. Be..."
Nomafoodic Chipineats
"Authentic Chinese dining in the heart of chinatown. They make an excellent soup served in a carved out gourd. Food is delicious but rather..."
Hungry Jeweller
"Love the goose liver snow crab here! Best in Melbourne. Service is also better than most of the restaurants in Chinatown especially Secret Kitchen,..."
Happyley
"Excellent food and service! Our teapot was refilled multiple times without having to ask. Staff were meticulously attentive and the lobster was..."
Rocket
"My partner wanted to yum cha today and we were in the CBD so decided to pick a spot at Chinatown. We walked past a few Chinese restaurant and there..."
Jolene Lim
"I've been there a a few times. Very tasty dim sum!!! One of the best is Melbourne! They are all delicately made and provide full flavor. I love..."
Sarah Bear
"Overall, the food we ordered that night was surprisingly delicious. One of the dishes was beef chunks with fried ginger in black sauce. The beef was..."
Carmen Joy
"Traditional Chinese restaurant, yum cha available for lunch time. Soup is very nice and I love the sea food in this restaurant. I would recommend..."
Cindy
""Come on," I coaxed, "I promise I won't do that again." My husband seemed reluctant but gave in. He is scared of Crystal Jade because the last time..."
Occasionalist
"One of my go to yum Cha places, it's pretty decent. Would recommend you to go during peak hour and not 30min before the restaurant is about to close...."
HonestAsian
"Do order the Steamed Minced Pork with Ginger and Salted fish. It's a home favourite. The Oyster Omelette's almost my little favourite dish over at..."
Petal Loves Food
"Came on Monday just after opening hours. No queues. Sat down to a table immediately without waiting. Then the flood of dim sum cart ladies crowded..."
Maureen Sim
"This is our go-to for yum cha in the city on weekdays for lunch. The dining room is always full with people and the service is attentive and fast. I..."
Aubrey
"Time to give myself a treat once in a while, Love love love the crab in goose liver paste, a bit pricy but worth it.  everything taste nice..."
Kelly Shen
"Good yum cha spot - feels cleaner and more inviting than some places I've been to. The dumplings were fairly well steamed and pretty consistent..."
Cynthia Giang
"This place impressed me from the friendly customer service, upstairs intimate decor. Had traditional Steamboat was very happy with the variety,..."
Rosie Raiti
"Frequent here for the double boiled melon soup, pork & salted fish patties, stir fried beef (so tender and cooked perfectly). This is a good..."
Fran Lee
"A great place for yum cha in the city. Friendly staff and comfortable seats. We ordered many dishes and most of them were quite nice. Prices are also..."
MF
"I lunched today at the Crystal Jade Restaurant at 11:45 am to find the large room ¾ full & a hive of activity with a manageress/supervisor and 8..."
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
"Good yum cha selection! My fav is the braised tendon, duck yolk buns and fried/steamed rice rolls. Bookings definitely needed especially on..."
Orkedia
"Absolutely recommend this restaurant had dinner tonight Fridays not your standard Chinese.Pickled tunip in plum wine sauce and macadamia..."
Warragai7805
"Very busy but efficiently run, in the heart of China Town. We got a table and fresh hot food straight away at 11.30am (opening time for Yum Cha)...."
TeeJay
"Now im convinced, when u go to crystal jade, u must choose the expensive items then ull know how good their food are, so many times we went there for..."
MF
"Crystal Jade is one of my regular family outing dining place overall I love the food especially the duck and crab I recommend this place if you're..."
Jenna Tran
"Nice services.Variety choices of dim sum.All are very nice.Egg yolk Bao is the one most recommended.Just a little bit..."
Yolanda Wong
"Expansive dining environment, authentic Cantonese cuisine.Very very good dimsum in the daytime makes way for delicious Cantonese and..."
Tony
"Good dim sum and great attentive service from the staff. However, it was far more pricey than I thought it would be. For the items I ordered it would..."
Jimmy Eats
"Best yumcha in melbourne! Crystal Jade never disappoint me. My fav is the chicken feet, century egg pork congee, fried wonton and egg tart. Too bad..."
Yuxi Chen
"Spacious, baby friendly and tasty food. The taro football is oh so good! Best football I've ever had in my life. Perfect. I'll definitely be back..."
Charlie Kang
"I rang to book, however was told that they only accept walk-in. Queue was not long, and while waiting, you can look at the menu to order your food...."
M C
"having lunch here, and they are truly busy but the food serving was pretty quick. we do have an hour only due to the peak hour, but we manage to..."
Lee Yu Xuan
"Quick service and the food tasted pretty much as you'd expect for dim sum. They do prawn dishes and rice noodle rolls well. The salted egg buns were..."
Anisa Anwar
"We travelled to Melbourne for the weekend and had Mother’s Day dinner and Crystal Jade. We were blown away - the serves were generous, tasty,..."
David Maddison
"The service at Crystal Jade is really fast! Once you've placed your order, your food comes out fresh & hot! The food was super tasty. I think this is..."
Canh Le
"After a high recommendation from a work colleague, finally got to come here. They were very accommodating, as we walked in during the busy lunch hour..."
Malcolm Young
Chine On Paramount
73/100 (418 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Asian
Asian
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Calamari
Calamares
Dim Sum
Prawns
Mandarin Duck
Peking Duck
Noodle
Fried rice
Beef
Pork
Dumplings
Scallops
Duck
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Shanghai
Sit down
Asian
Chinese
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"The service was excellent and quick. Food was tasty, presented well. It has a private dining room if you wish for family..."
Srslyfoods
"we love coming here everytime we are in Melbourne. we come from country Victoria and it's so nice to know we will always eat well when come..."
Linny Moreland
"We booked a Exploring private menu with the boss in the new function room,always a quality food and good service for us. especially, the frozen snow..."
Kai Zhou
"Still a lovely premium restaurant for a good meal in Chinatown. Having eaten here periodically for over 10 years I still love the food quality. Today..."
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
"Great value. After walking all day in and around Melbourne we were looking for a great meal at a good price and Chine on Paramount delivered! Pork..."
Nick Williamson
"Excellent Food, Excellent Price, Friendly..."
Anthony H
"Always visit Chinecwhen we come to Melb. Great yum cha & service...."
MarkMcD
"Love, Love, Love. My husband and I decided to take a chance on the place and we're so glad we did! The food is absolutely delicious (especially the..."
TheAuthor
"Family run & always do their best to please. Excellent value for money in Chinatown. Great wine list. Service with a smile & a whole lot of..."
Vivien Simon
"The staff were so friendly and the food was outstanding. It was a very busy night as the Comedy Festival and the International Garden Show were on...."
Clatfield H
"Every time we travel to Melbourne from Sydney this restaurant is a must visit and top of the list. The food is always amazing, service is supreme and..."
Laurie Kennedy
"Wow! What a surprise this place is! It starts with welcoming staff, a clean restaurant, and a flexible selection of dishes. The fish (Squirrel fish)..."
cana5ta _
"Food taste great with good serving size. The seating area is spacious. Good customer service. Will come back..."
Amy Zhu
"Highly recommended. Super friendly welcome and very accomodating. We just wanted to grab takeout and be off on our way and they were so brilliant...."
Alison de Vries
"Reminded me of the birthday dinners I had growing up in country NSW. Classic, old school Chinese-Australian food and doesn't apologise for it. Staff..."
Ollie Teaches
"The food was very good. Stand out was the beef in xo cube. Would like to go back and try more dishes. Good value for money as..."
Darren Jago
Man Tong Kitchen
73/100 (1462 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Chinese
Asian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Chili
Fish
Crab
Fried rice
Scallops
Pork
Duck
Calamari
Calamares
Dim Sum
Prawns
Noodle
Beef
Dumplings
Mandarin Duck
Pancakes
Peking Duck
Eggplant
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Shanghai
Szechuan
Sit down
Chinese
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Private Dining
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I went their with friends and enjoy the lobster banquet, which is amazing..."
林克
"The food was delicious and fast, important for us with 2 tired little kids. The wait staff were very attentive. The whole experience was spoilt due..."
Chili Me
"One of the better restaurants in the casino amongst all the not-worth-it restaurants. This place specializes in Sichuan style dishes. The three cup..."
Debby
"Recommended for a decent Chinese meal at reasonable prices in the area.The restaurant has very good variety in terms of selection, ranging from..."
Acky
"3.5 Normally I wouldn't have high expectation for food in crown but this place has done a pretty decent job.The manager helped..."
KEL
"I have been coming to this restaurant for the last few years and have been receiving one of the greatest service!!!!! Special mention goes to ALAN..."
Mashi Rathnaweera
"The food is excellent standard incredible quality and great for larger groups with inmate set up and the setting has an authentic feel. Will be back..."
Chantelle Melissa Müller
"Yes we ate almost everything! A very beautiful place to eat, we had the VIP ROOM, the food was super delicious and our waitress was so friendly and..."
Lyonee Dang
"This restaurant is located in Crown complex near the village cinema. The interior looks very nice and the service is attentive. Food is actually a..."
Elaine
"Very nice place, friendly staff. Went there with my family and my boyfriends family on his birthday. It was their first meeting so I was little..."
Kavi Mevada
"Food was OK, waiters were giving recommendations and know their food well. They were very accommodating with providing a set of cutlery and plastic..."
Some Bunee Loves Food
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Lorna
"We wanted to stop over for a quick lunch so we tried out this place and turned out to be pretty good. The food was fresh and not like it’s been on..."
Davisco Sprincorza
"Hands down to Man Tong’s service, they were very kind in setting out a nice dining table and serviette as well as a warm and cosy cup of tea on a..."
Munching With Mel
"Went here in a group! Got to try several dishes as we were a few people! Didn’t find a single dish I didn’t like! The prawn dishes and dumplings..."
Navaz L.
"From friendly service , to tidy surroundings to a menu open to flavour. A party of 6 were looked after very well colourful dishes amazing spices and..."
Urban Cocktail
"I like to come here for the yum cha lunch. There’s a menu on the tables that you fill in yourself. Our favorite dish are the chili wontons. To me..."
LouLou Loves Food
"This is a great alternative is Silks or Spice Temple are booked out. The eggplant and pork mince spicy noodle soup I had totally hit the spot...."
Moetfan
"Came for a Sunday lunch for a friends birthday. We had a group of 8 including 2 children. Staff were very accomodating with the children making..."
Scotty
"Absolutely Devine! We started off with some dumplings and spring rolls. The chive and prawn dumplings are too die for! We then shared a main of pork..."
Sarah Flemming
"Man Tong is normally busy and usually have a long wait for table if you try to walk in without reservation. We’re lucky to have a table for 2 right..."
Jolene Lim
"We had one of the banquet dinners. The xiao long baos were really good - the skin was thin and the dumplings were soupy. The fried rice was fragrant..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Food was 10/10, couldn’t fault it! Service was wonderful, our server Summer was a gem. Would highly recommend. Well worth the price as well!..."
Natalyarooney
"Man Tong Kitchen offered very delicious dim sum/Chinese cuisine (I especially loved the crispy fried quail and prawn toasts!). Service was friendly..."
Angel Khong
"The ambience is beautiful, full of class. Set right next to the casino. The food is alright, I can't say it is particularly better than other Chinese..."
Natalie Lin
"A picture of dumplings at the front of the restaurant was all it took for us to want to eat at Man Tong as we passed to go to the exhibition centre...."
Our Foodie Finds
"Great ambience, great food and great service. They serve authentic shangainese food. Their shanghai dumplings are great and made well, and their nian..."
Livirz
"Amazing service. Waiters very attentive. Wonton in chilli oil was delicious. Fried pork dumplings was a little under done and soggyFried..."
Jennifer Lay
"I had the opportunity to dine here with some friends as we had received some food vouchers from Crown. We decided to have dishes from the yum cha..."
Taeyeon's Hamster
"Delicious.walk away feeling very full but not with a heavy stomach. Lychee martini is yummy. The complimentary tea helps cleanse your pallet after..."
Courtney Tulloch
"Lovely place, great service and food. It is open till late at night which is a great bonus! Love the ambience of this restaurant. The food is a more..."
Chandnidugal
"We ordered the honey chicken, Mongolian beef, Shanghai noodles and pan fried pork dumplings. The pork dumplings were the star of the show! So juicy..."
The Official Food Hunters
"Very authentic looking restaurant, gives you the vibe you're in China. The food that came out was good, some dishes hit the spot and some could be..."
Taste'n'rate
"Been meaning to try this place for a while. I’ve heard good things about this restaurant so when my friends and I were meeting up, we figured why..."
Couchfoodie
"Oh yeah super tasty dumplings! Been here a few times when staying at crown. As always way overpriced restaurant at the casino but food is amazing...."
Onlymidrare
"Man Tong, some may say they are expensive but the food taste good not a lot of msg. You can watch them make dumpling at the window, also there are a..."
Foodachu
"Very wide spread of dishes and great quality food. Attentive service and bright decor!We started with a serving of dumplings and had a clay..."
Abhishek Khandelwal
"I remember first coming to Man Tong four years ago when it was newly opened and thinking will it ever be less busy? The answer is a resounding no...."
Good Food Good Mood
"The visit to Man Tong Kitchen was an impromptu and special one because it marked our 10th wedding anniversary. We were out in the CBD visiting..."
The Spice Adventuress
"My favourite late night Asian 😍 I know i rate alot of the places I go very highly but it's because I've liked them and been going to them for..."
T
"Located on level 1 of Crown casino precinct this restaurant is not quite advertised as most patrons move ground level or food court or on South..."
Food Expert Puru
"The food here is good. Service was good, but that may have been because they had too many wait staff on and they were bored. The xiao long bao is..."
Xtina
"From succulent Peking Duck and traditional Xiao Long Bao to a selection of indulgent banquet menus, Man Tong Kitchen is a traditional Chinese..."
Gastrology
"Ma Tong in Southbank is an elegant classy Chinese restaurant with a menu as long as a Ph.D thesis!  The place has a nice vibe, great decoration and..."
Lulu T. Legrand
"Ok I was dragged to have dinner here. Decors & atmosphere 1.5 - typical fine dining chinese restaurant. I love the bird cages decoration &..."
World In A Bite
"It was a busy night at Crown and was a long wait at Man Tong Kitchen. But I was craving Chinese Food. So they took our number and rang us as soon as..."
Isle
"Ate here for late lunch on a Sunday arvo. We were promptly directed to a table by the front staff and provided the menus. From ordering, it took..."
RayDAN143
"I enjoyed our dinner at Man Tong. The servers were lovely and the food was great. My only negative comment would be that one of our group was served..."
Larna Manson
"The dishes were well presented and the service was great. The food though was just okay and with those price tags, it's barely recommendable. The..."
Don Djoe
"Went to man tong after a work function and absolutely enjoyed it. Strongly recommend red chilli oil wonton and it's the best dish amongst all we..."
CL
"My new favorite chinese now! All the dishes are tasty...being a bit pricy for chinese food..but the quality and flavour of the food is really..."
Sabrina Sha
"Nice Chinese restaurant in crown casino. Seldom have steamed fish after I came to Melbourne. Felt like home again. The price here is..."
Jenny Tang
"The food was great and very well priced. The dumplings were my favourite. Above all else though the staff were amazing, so attentive and polite. I..."
Ryan Hearps
"Had dinner with a couple of friends here after a meeting, safe to say the dumplings were amazing as my manager has already suggested!! Peking duck..."
Michi Mort
"We always walk by this place when we come down the escalator from the movies in The Crown. There is usually a line. Hopefully this doesn't sound bad,..."
Chad
"Staff and venue were lovely. Ordered veg dumplings aswell as veg San Choi Bow, both were delicious and of high quality. Put in order for mains and..."
Rachel Jaye Honner
"Man Tong Kitchen is a beautiful restaurant and staff are friendly and attentive. The menu has a big selection along with a very comprehensive wine..."
Ayon Banerjee
"Wow !! What a great service. We had the duck pancakes , fried rice and Mongolian . All were fresh and prepared with lots of flavour.Highly..."
Hemant Chand
"Seems a lot of reviewers were not impressed with the food, service and price. We were very impressed with the food which had top quality..."
TBA
"Absolutely love Man tongs, delicious food everytime, lovely staff and great cocktails! The dumplings are so delicious and the BEST fried rice you can..."
Sarah Davies
"Wow !! What a great menu and service. We had the duck pancakes , spicy dumplings, fried rice , garlic green Veges, chicken corn soup and fried ice..."
Chee Pearsall
Mandarin Park
70/100 (67 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Peking Duck
Crab
Duck
Mandarin Duck
Cantonese
"Ordered take away and thought it was all exceptionally well made - in particular the chicken ribs in egg yolk were great. Nice friendly service on..."
Stan
"Great food and service. My family brought me here and we had peking duck, soft shell crab and beef fillet. The food was really tasting. The staff..."
Noo Nãmë
"We went on a quest to locate a new favourite Chinese in the hood that would measure up to NYC standards. After surveying what was available from Port..."
NYEastVillage
"Brilliant Hong Kong cuisine. Using the best quality ingredients the chef produces some of the best Chinese I've eaten. Fast efficient service and..."
Subifoodie
"Simply sensational and a real competitor to Lau's Family Kitchen. We were a little surprised at the price point as the menu I saw online was for..."
MelbourneMiss
"Returned to this beautiful restaurant last Sat night.The food was amazing the service spot on.This is our favourite restaurant and can't..."
Ralph
"We dined here on the weekend with a Scoopon voucher. Deal was a credit to spend on any food & drinks. We had a good night here, the food was very..."
I Love Food
"Scoopon deal, 4 pax family dinner on weekend. The food was truly sumptuous! We had lightly battered chicken ribs & king prawns, Kung Po chicken, and..."
Jeff Whitenite
"Mandarin Park has grown to be a family favourite! The staff are always friendly and knowledgable of the menu which has led us to try new and..."
Sbarrow
"My family and I have become regulars at this fantastic restaurant. After trying all of the Chinese restaurants in the South Melbourne/Port Melbourne..."
Katie P
"Went on a Scoopon voucher - well worth the 45 mins drive to get there during peak hour traffic for a 6:30pm meal.The food presentation is well..."
Keng
"Highly recommend! First class service. Outstanding meals at good value! I had a chefs special - Chilled Mango Sago Cream with Pomelo YUM. It was the..."
Vince Xiao
"It is a hidden Gem in south melbourne, just a 5-min drive/tram away from the city. The restaurant is very spacious in a fusion of traditional and..."
Milk Kelvin Yip
"Had dinner last night with 3 friends and 1 that is vegetarian. Absolutely enjoyed by all even our veggie friend was impressed with the quality and..."
Rick Dalla Rosa
"As we live in the area, we have driven past this restaurant a number of times. We have seen different owners trying various cuisines from this same..."
JAM
"Been here a few times and each meal has been fabulous. Clean, fresh flavours, well prepared and delicious. Well worth stepping out of your routine..."
Sanda
"I ordered takeaway. Food was excellent quality, beef was very very tender and meal was very tasty. I would definitely go back and eat in next time...."
Mask
"Had a few glasses of wine, a great Chinese restaurant with a simple and clear wine offering!! It was a surprise to have such great choice of wine in..."
Joeli Leung
"I have long time no eaten Chinese food, in mandarin park I feel like back to Hong Kong, if i have time must come back eat..."
Joseph Si
"Very nice restaurant, quite spacious and clean. Ample free parking around after 6.30 PM. Organized a get-together for 22 people, and manager Andrew..."
Dixon Crown
"Attended a dinner here with friends and ate food in a banquet. It was reasonably priced and the food was great, as was the service. Will definitely..."
Natasha Galea
"Good quality food with polite and friendly service. A role model Chinese restaurant for Melbourne community. heard that the chef used to work in..."
Elaine Lau
"I've been to this restaurant for lunch and dinner. My favourite is the super tender fillet steak and great Peking duck bao. Quality Cantonese food..."
Gavan Lim-Joon
"Nice atmosphere/ambience. Quality food. Tried the XO prawns and Three Cup Chicken, it's very good if you are after authentic Cantonese cuisine...."
Carmen Tung
"Wonderful little eatery conveniently located in South Melbourne. The dishes are authentic Chinese food with adequate portions. We highly recommend..."
LW Kon
"Delicious traditional Cantonese food. Great edition to the neighborhood. Really friendly staff. Great to eat in or take away. Highly..."
Sarah
"I tasted few food, taste good and good presentation compare with lots of Chinese food. Chef cooked by hard, the best banana fritter forever. Fine..."
Agnes Lei
"A little hidden gem in South Melbourne serving one of the best Cantonese food in Melbourne. We had a great time celebrating mum's 60th Birthday with..."
Brian Choy
"The food was delicious and the menu has some special/unique Chinese dishes. My favourite was the Fortuna entree which was not only scrumptious but..."
Dan
"Hidden gem ! Really nice food. Dice beef stir fry is very tender and juicy. Steam fish is excellent. Good atmosphere and service. Chef came and..."
Wayne Z
"Tried out this place"s lunch menu. Had the Fried Rice with Diced Duck which is very tasty and is a large portion. It is definitely a cheap and good..."
Daniel Tan
"Went for the first time last night. The peking duck pancakes, sweet and sour pork & prawns dumplings were amazing. Service was great and will return..."
KidTripper - Melbourne
"We dropped in on a Tuesday evening. Prompt quick service and delicious clean crisp food. Tyrones recommendations were spot on. We had lobster san..."
Liana
"Chinese food done very well. Tasty, well prepared, good price, excellent service. Struggling to fault it. The Pan-Fried Eye Fillet with Balck Pepper..."
Alex Fagan
Lucky Chan
70/100 (1107 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Chinese
Chinese
Asian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Scallops
Lamb
Duck
Fish
Fried rice
Pork
Calamari
Calamares
Salmon
Dim Sum
Ribs
Prawns
Noodle
Beef
Mandarin Duck
Dumplings
Peking Duck
Pancakes
Cakes
Crab
Cantonese
Hong Kong
Shanghai
Sit down
Asian
Chinese
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We absolutely loved our stay here! Everything was seamless from check in to car parking, from the location to services provided at this location. The..."
D Sh
"Our best weekend away in years. Beautiful rooms and excellent attentive staff everywhere you go. Paying the extra for access to the Crystal Club was..."
Andrew Cameron
"The hotel is very comfortable. The bedding, lounger, housekeeping. Guest service. The use of ipad for services. The facilities and staff all lovely...."
Kaz Azza
"10 stars. Absolutely beautiful team who were ever so cooperative. Studio room had a fantastic view. We had a beautiful French champagne for our 27th..."
karen crazy cat lady Petroski
"Love the signature tourism spot of Crown Melbourne also great place to eat and shopping for the locals too and offcourse the casino as well. Love..."
Saif Islam
"Great as always. Below scores are out of 10 Customer Service 10 Food Quality 8 Atmosphere 9 Presentation 10 Products 10 Wifi ..."
A Otago
"The biggest casino in Australia, you can play any game you come into mind. So many good restaurants and luxury shops in the buildings. There are fire..."
Kassel Liu