TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in Australia - Updated November 2024

Leonards House Of Love

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"Been to this place many times in the past year moving to Melbourne. One of the coolest places to hang. Staff are always top notch Walker and Steve..."

Rick Muir

"Leonard’s you ol heartthrob you! You definitely are a house of love! Hubby and I decided to finally come in for dinner tonight and we were not..."

Natalie Sargeant

"best place in the chapel st precinct. Great staff, great food, dog friendly, queer..."

Mia Haeun Son

"Tried the portabello burger and side of brocoli salad a must try beautiful homus dressing with walnuts and only 5 bucks truly amazing.Cold beer a..."

Evelyn Stanton

"Our local. The burgers (fried chicken) are the best around and the staff are so friendly. Love that we can pop in for a drink and a feed with our..."

Alix Mellor

"The best burgers off Chapel! A cosy little pub that is dog friendly and friendly bartenders. 100% will be back. If you're on the fence, come in...."

Leah Dangersmith

"Country pub in the city. The security staff we encountered were great. Awesome vibe, amazing food. Very..."

Julietta Jameson

"Holly batman. My first dining experience in Melbourne!! Best food, service and atmosphere. Will definitely be going home to Brisbane and..."

Amanda Smith

"Yuuuummmm yuuummmm yuuummmm best burger ever, will now be a..."

Dannii Tenace

"Second time I've been now just to make sure the first time wasn't the exception. We had the pop corn chicken, spicy tenders on the first visit which..."

Brad Lederman

"Located just off the famous Chapel Rd, was introduced to this place by my friend.Tried their famous burger & it absolutely blew my mind, so..."

Steph

"Leonard’s has some good fried chicken. Their spicy chicken wings are actually spicy and dressed in some tangy, smokey sauce (potentially..."

Sesame Eats

"I don't normally leave reviews for food but Leonard's House of Love is an absolute standout for me. Ordered the vegan burger and vegan chilli fries..."

Patrick Forno

"Great service and amazing food everytime! Really cool, laidback set up! Dog friendly with beer garden, inside bar and pool table. Always really..."

Maz Bell [hangrymaz]

"Awesome, warm vibe at Leonard's - the name is definitely not false advertising! The burger is great - mac and cheese was a little basic, but it was..."

Carlos Humphrey

"Mozzarella balls, Mac & cheese and nachos. I mean what’s not to love. It’s proper drinking food. Treat yoself. Good vibe, music and crowd...."

MelbourneLops

"Leonard's has all your Friday favourites. A good selection of burgers but really everyone goes there to get the fried chicken burger. And all the..."

Eat X Wander

"The food is amazing and well priced. Definitely one of the best beef burgers I’ve had in Melbourne. I highly recommend the chicken tenders..."

Vostok

"Best cheeseburgers in Melbourne! Fried chicken is good too. Good atmosphere. Waiters/ waitresses are generally great. Every now and then you get one..."

Chameleon

"Been here couple of times.. love the atmosphere here and the ambience. Just what you need sometimes. Live music, chilled beer, games and little..."

Prajakta Pawar

"Leonaed's beef and short rib patty was amazing. It's an unreal moment when I can comment on the actual distinct flavour of a patty......"

Jasmine

"What a cute vibe! It has a ski-lodge in the 70s feel and is super cozy.We got 2 cheese burgers, the fries with cheese and gravy and the..."

Laura Voice

"Visited Leonards House of Love in South Yarra earlier this year with my friend!ATMOSPHERE:The inside feels like an old western bar..."

Ebony Rose

"Who doesn’t love fried chicken!! And they do it well here. The tenders are juicy with a tangy spicy sauce. The burger bun is light and sweet, the..."

Linda

"I always feel right at home every time I visit this American drinking and dining hole. Their vegan burger is incredible, albeit pretty greasy. But..."

Quince And Cheese

"Ordered a mushroom burger, double cheese burger, southern fried chicken burger and hot glazed tenders for 4 adults via ubereats. Food was very fresh..."

Rin

"Burgers - SAVOURY PILLOWS OF GOODNESS . Fried Chicken - COMFORTING AS A DOONA . Drinks - EVERYWHERE . Service - RAW BUT GENTLE..."

Alex

"Many will know, I am a sucker for fried chicken. Therefore it should come as no surprise that when I heard there was a great burger and fried chicken..."

Jamie

"What dreams are made of this place I rate as the best burger in Melbourne having tried over 100 places. What sets them apart is the exquisite beef..."

Daniel Savvinos

"Yeeeweewsssssss! Love ya guys! Some of the crowd is a bit wanky but all is forgotten when your sitting in front of a nice pile of burg...."

Kate Coffey

"Leonards house of love had a food truck at download festival. I ordered a vegan burger and it was delicious! It was a really meaty type one. Though..."

Kim

"Ordered through Uber eats!Tenderloins and Mac and cheese! The tenderloins were delicious so juicy and the dipping sauce and pickle that..."

Rizza

"It is ~48°C in Melbourne and I have just posted my delivery order to Leonard's House I'd love.. Two orders of chicken tenders: one Regular, one Hot..."

MandyToorak

"Just behind a picket fence in a side street off Chapel lies Leonard's House of Love. A grungy 70's inspired dive bar hosted by bearded hipsters..."

Talkingfork

"THIS PLACE IS THE BEST! Their constantly open arms towards my dog constantly has me weak at the knees. If you want your pooch to be appreciated, this..."

This Diner Is Anonymous

"Terrific atmosphere. Even on a Tuesday night this place was buzzing. Bar service was quick for a busy place. Cocktails were delicious, the perfect..."

Karina J

"Shame I can’t rate this place 10 stars... where do I even begin! A fantastic outdoor setup with the smell of friend chicken in the air. No other..."

Rowan Bourke

"I’d like to give 4.5 stars.. I’m not a burger eater but I got chicken burger and I’m in love with it’s juicy fried chicken, cheese and the..."

Donita

"Best burgers, best chicken tenders, best loaded fries in Melbourne! I absolutely love the vibe here... it’s super cool, chilled and totally..."

Jenny Jenno Allen-opoulos

"This is a great place to catch up with friends over a drink and fried chicken. The chicken tenders and so crispy and delicious. The hot sauce was not..."

Melbourne Foodie Memoirs

"I loved the ambience and vibes. Though it was loud it was loud in a good way. Although I couldn’t finish my hot burger chicken I had a great time...."

Jennifer

"The food & vibe are great. Happy hours by 7pm from memory. We had a jug of beer and ordered a burger and nachos to share. Staff is friendly and..."

Chanel Zhang

"I was curious by this place because it is also the name of one of my favourite songs by East 17.I had the fried chicken sandwich. I enjoyed..."

Tinmans Treats

"Great vibes and even better burgers! This place won't disappoint. Highly recommend their 'Hot Chick' burger, juicy chicken thigh grilled in duck fat..."

Kyah English

"Best cheese burger and southern fried chicken burger I ever had so far in Melbourne. Varieties of craft beer. Friendly staff, lovely place. Highly..."

Picky

"One of the best burgers in Melbourne. Ive been here multiple times and every time it has delivered. Don't be turned off by the grungy venue, the food..."

WillAfon

"Love the vibes of this place. Quality burgers, patties blushing slightly pink in the middle so you know they mean business. . hot chicken wings,..."

ABC3147

"Awesome cozy place. Tried going last week on Saturday but no dice, filled to the brim and had security guys outside that made me slightly..."

Jen Waterpear

"They play really awesome rock music. Shazamming every second song. Hamburger was decent. Hot wings super hot. Super casual bar vibe, a bit dingy but..."

Michael Tham

"We were served by a lovely fellow with a beard - he was so welcoming and jovial, and made us feel so accepted there. That guy deserves a raise please..."

Natashja Bartlett

"The burger was so good but WARNING it is quite spicy and it may seem to be oily but it’s actually the duck fat that’s glazed onto the crispy and..."

Brandon G Jawi

"Great option if you’re looking for a venue with a cool, unpretentious vibe and American style burgers and fried chicken. I went for the hamburger..."

Kate Dougherty

"Go for the beers, stay for the food, then stay for more beers. Then roll home and sit on the couch in your jocks, happy as Larry. This is..."

Picolas Cage

"So good for the typical American meal. I love the Mac n cheese and the chicken tenders with chipotle mayo probably one of the best eats. Highly..."

Maddy Horne

"Just behind a picket fence in a side street off Chapel lies Leonard's House of Love. A grungy 70's inspired dive bar hosted by bearded hipsters..."

Akala Reviews

"Went on a Thursday night and it was pumping... think like a dumpy hipster bar that does good food. Had the popcorn chicken and original tenders......"

Birdman

"I straight up loved this place. This is perfect for a few share plates and jugs of beer between friends. Food is so good and staff were very..."

Tammi Vingerhoets

"I visited on a Thursday night (around 8.30) and the venue was pumping. Leonards is located off Chapel Street, in an old federation style home. The..."

Radishingfoodie

"Leonard’s House Of Love is a South Yarra bar inspired by log cabin design circa the 1970s. Walk inside and you’re immediately transported into a..."

The City Lane

"Great vibe, awesome burgers and the mac ‘n cheese is superb. Brilliant dive bar setting, friendly staff and a sensational playlist as well as tap..."

Wedders

"This would have been a 3.5 but what the hell has happened with this update!! Grabbed food and beers here on a Friday night...everything tasty. Try..."

PedGetsFed

"Is there really anything better then Leonard's South Side Fried Chicken Burger? Throw in a slice of pineapple and a splash of chipotle. No there..."

Jessie1079

"Been meaning to put a post up on Leonards for a while. Have had Leonards a handful of times and really rate it. Staff are nice, food is good and the..."

MelbourneFoodie

"Had the “double cheeseburger” and the “hot glazed tenders”. The double cheeseburger consisted of two beef brisket and short rib..."

.itadakimasu~

"Best burger in Melbourne hands down. Staff are absolutely ace too. I bring my doggos, and they’re treated like royalty. Couldn’t recommend this..."

Brett Boogie

"Came here tonight with the Mrs and loved everything about it. Probably the coolest looking bar/restaurant along chapel. The decor is set in the..."

@lukebMelb

"It is stupid how good the burgers are here. The place feels like some sort of American dive bar, with unreal food...but i cannot stress to you how..."

Cryptopher Kipouridis

"The best Popcorn Chicken ever!! Leonard’s House of L❤️VE has nice staff, great food and reasonable price! 😍😍😋😋I recommend..."

Tara

"It's rare to find a great food place that is also a rocking bar. We rocked up (hungry AF) on a Friday night to cranking tunes and a great atmosphere..."

Noel

"The Americana charmer, Leonard's House of Love. You will find it in an old, renovated heritage home nestled between two commercial buildings on the..."

Chimsy

"Amazing fried chicken burger, the chicken was juicy and tender with coating that had the perfect crunch and flavour. To top it off the service is..."

Thomas Francione

"My favourite burger lives here - the mushroom burger!!! The burgers here have the best soft buttery brioche buns, with great American sauces inside,..."

Aitl

"Super 70s dive bar - we can to check out the pinball (Harley Davidson, not the best game).Lots of vegan options though.We had the eggplant..."

Spirited Stardust

"Amazing. Must try pop corn chicken! Service was really good, nice and quiet. Perfect for summer! Loved the vibes, really quick food. Everything was..."

Josie Wood

"Great burgers, nachos and cocktails. Friendly service and cool vibes. Some interesting burgers on the menu that I’d love to try on future..."

Nick X Thomson

"Pub and bar vibes so not ideal for kids (just a heads up). We met friends and enjoyed the food, good quality and well made burgers that melt in the..."

Hungry-Caterpillar

"Ratio Decidendi: Each time I visit I’ll do the same dance with Leonard’s menu – convince myself that it’s time to try the cheeseburger, feel..."

Dimsumforone

"Hot Dayummmm the cheeseburger was good here. So juicy (or was it greasy?) and full of flavour for something so simple. There was one tiny thin piece..."

Avolette

"Went to Leonard's with my boyfriend after hearing him ramble on & on about how good the burgers there were - & I wasn't disappointed. The burger was..."

Aisha Aznizan

"Cheap and really yummy food. Really cool venue with heaps of deferent spots to sit. Staff were all super friendly. Quick service. Definitely will..."

Jackydb13

"My boyfriend and I had charcoal chicken fries, original tenders and onion rings for dinner. The loaded charcoal fries is absolutely my favorite now,..."

Katherine

"DONT GO ANYWHERE ELSE LEONARDS IS THE BEST. DONT DO IT......Stop. Don't.Don't even think about..."

Mandosando

"Great chicken strips. Best ones. Grab some with a side of onion rings and you won't be disappointed. Nice bar atmosphere in funky log ski cabin..."

Hutchinsonbretta

"I went here with friends for a farewell drink before they went to Europe. Leonard's House of Love is a cool pub like place set in an old house with..."

Sarah Loves Food

"The chicken is out of this world!The south side fried burger is a must! Also try their charcoal chicken fries with their house lager on..."

Debmon Samanta

"Review is on the higher side due to their amazing chicken tenders and popcorn chicken. Bar service was quite nice too. However, my small group and I..."

Renae Harrison

"IT WAS LITTTTTTTT!!!!The chicken one is definitely my fav and the beef one is great as well!! The patty is cooked medium rare and the cheese..."

Athena Sun

"Now THAT is a burger.These burgers are probably the best in the area- juicy, drip-down-your-arm meatiness, generous sauces, well balanced..."

Kate

"Yum! I had heard good things about Leonard's House of Love and it did not disappoint! I had the cheeseburger with ketchup instead of the sauce, and..."

Lilli Fitzpatrick

"Best. Chicken. Ever. Oh I need to write more words for Zomato to accept my review.... just go and try the chicken pieces - the burgers are also..."

Tardar Sauce

"Great chicken burger. Decent drink prices, good food prices. Burgers very filling. Great 'dive bar' vibe and a nice place to chill for a few bevvy..."

Edward Schweitzer

"Those wiiiiiings! I like em spicy & these didn't dissapoint! Get the chicken 🍗🍗🍗, get the burgers 🍔🍔🍔 get the wiiiiiiiingsss! It's..."

James Grist

"Awesome burger that is simple, but delivers exactly what you're looking for. The beer selection is perfectly tailored to the space. The decor and..."

Feedme

"Cool space both inside and out which resembles an American style cabin vibe or frat house party. The courtyard is awesome and an excellent place to..."

Kimberley Leggett

"Best burger I've ever had, beef was amazing. Got the burger with the double patty. Service was friendly, pretty laid back atmosphere, got to pat..."

Sandy Galandy

"Holy smokes, take my money now! I was introduced to this place by a fellow reviewer, I bookmarked and on Thursday night my taste bud heavens opened...."

Simmyeats.Melb

"The only negative I have about Leonard's is the lighting ! My photos just don't do this place justice. I would have to say this is one of my top 5..."

Pass The Plate

"Been to Leonard's a couple of times, can't get enough of their chicken! Crunchy coating, juicy inside, generous serve. Great place for a Sunday..."

Jamie McMullen

"Great place and food. Menu is a little limited in the range but still good. Not really a place for kids/toddlers. The charcoal chicken fries and..."

Darren - Mary Ellis

"Awesome vibe, great beers, burgers and chill place. If you have have tried the cheeseburger here, you will start to find all these listed top 10..."

Anthony Cheung

"Vegan review - staff members were very informative about vegan options. The only down side was I had to eat my burger in pieces as it kept falling..."

Milly Minerva

"One of the best cheese burgers I've had in a loooong while.. most are forgettable I mean there's good and then there's reeeeeal good!! So good that..."

Convivialsins

"Leonard's house is a Cool place to hang out for a burger and a beer. The chicken strips were tasty to but the burgers are tip top here. Quality..."

GET•IN•MY•BELLY

"There may be some who's first love.Is in the color of her eyes.I'll always remember my first love.A greasy cheeseburger and..."

The Taco Cat

"Melbourne's best bar serving Melbourne's best burger. That's all that needs to be said. This line is just to get the review up to the required 140..."

Meataxe

"The best thing about this place is their consistency in every single meal they serve. I'm yet to have a bad one yet, and I have almost eaten my body..."

Hungry Hippo

"Fun vibes, great music, happy staff! Very enjoyable atmosphere. Yummy food and great beer list. Great choice of indoor and outdoor seating. Came in..."

April_eats

"Quality service and amazing food, especially the burgers - however, we had an issue with one of our orders. We let the kitchen know about it, and..."

Sibel

"Love this place! Great character and ambience at Leonard's. Cheeseburger is to die for, would vote no.1 in Melbourne hands down and the chicken..."

Casey Williams

"Perfect way to spend a day off, great atmosphere, absolutely buzzing on the weekends! The fried chicken is to die for absolutely delish, crispy..."

Sto_92

"Has to be the best fried chicken around, couldn't fault it at all. Great staff, beer, music and a pool table. The interior is awesome and there's..."

Tomlovestoeat

"Laid back. Eclectic interior. Chilled vibes. Awesome food, albeit not exactly healthy for you. The burger was juicy-tasty, the hot dog pops in your..."

Hungry Ronin

"I came to LHOL for the first time earlier this week. I was really impressed by the incredibly friendly customer service from all staff. The food..."

Ashyveggielover

"Leonard's is hella chill. Great vibes. Great staff and absolutely banging burgers. Definitely an enjoyable night out. Pool table for the win...."

Paul

"New work digs calls for new chicken adventures!My new workmates raved on and on about this place since I started on Monday and today was..."

Ej

"Fantastic burgers!! it came with great surprise as I live close and had never tried it until recently. After trying it for the first time I went back..."

Filip Sali

"If you're in the mood for a amazing burger this place is a must. Especially on a Friday night the vibe is so good in this old house turned bar for a..."

Cat Broadby

"We love Prahran, it's our second home for good food. Whether you are on Toorak, Chapel, Greville or simply off Chapel- you are bound to find the most..."

TheHungryCouple

"Interesting place! Seems like a typical bar from the outside. Lots of locals heading in for a drink after work. The food was excellent. Delicious..."

Al

"The cheeseburger is just great. Hammock fries are the best you get around. With a pint of good beer, this place is a must visit for burger..."

Prashant Srivastava

"Really awesome place. Cool hangout vibe, good beers and the burgers were so good. You can feel the ateries clogging but damn they tasted..."

Dinermelb

"Food was excellent (cheeseburger and charcoal chicken fries) but points off for the ambience - when I visited on a Friday night, the establishment..."

Snacker

"This place does burgers so good! They're hand sized but any modifications to them are pretty costly. The standard fried chicken burger already starts..."

Dale Zeinheiger Culpin

"5/5. Everything you imagine southern style chicken to be. I'm addicted and this is only from trying it via Uber Eats! Can't imagine how much better..."

Anne

"Great hidden gem in a side street off the Chapel street drag. Wanky name but cool vibes and venue. Food consists of burgers, fried chicken, various..."

Sam Difference

"Delicious chicken and great service. We came here on a Tuesday evening and there was plenty of table available. Although Tuesday was the Burger..."

Luke And Hannah

"A very relaxed and happy place to hang out for drinks and delicious food. Their double cheeseburger is a must try! Also, the cocktail was creamy and..."

Live_in_melbourne

"Found this place by accident but was happy I did, relaxed mood, great burgers, service was very good & friendly. Will definitely be coming..."

Anja Sjögren

"Quite possibly the best double cheeseburger in Melbourne!Meat was pink in the middle and nicely charred on the outside and the overall..."

Matt Vaughan

"- Atmosphere 5/5- Service/Staff: 5/5 - Food: 5/5• Value for money: 5/5 • Revisit? HELL YES!• Must order: THE..."

Rida Hakeem

"So delicious! The original chicken tenders and charcoal chicken chips are amazing. Love the. With tub beer. Great place for afternoon..."

Amelia

"The cheeseburger was pretty spot on overall. The bun was a brioche variety and it was denser than most. The copious amounts of cheese was flavourful..."

Penguineats

"Absolute fave burger in Melbourne. Rated highly tuck shop take away, fat bobs and grand trailer park, however Leonard's has taken top spot with their..."

Kate

"Great chilled out venue, cool indoor area with pool table and pinball machine plus an area for the DJ to do his or her thing. Large outdoor area..."

Spudsburgeradventures

"Can't knock the burgers in here. No wonder there so highly talked about. Had a side of the charcoal chicken chips which are unreal aswell & the..."

Ben McDuffie

"Fun atmosphere, friendly crew, the best cheeseburgers in town, the chicken fries are like crack and a great beer selection. What more do you..."

Andrew Brooks

"Possibly one of the best burgers in town and definitely THE place for spicy chicken tenders dipped in mash and gravy! We love Leonard’s House of..."

FoodieAboutTown

"On a cold winters day, sitting outside under the heaters, the first thing to arrive was a mulled Cider that was really wonderful. The sharpness of..."

Matthew De Fazio

"Came here for a Sunday night feed with 2 chicky babes, We were impressed on arrival as the place is beautiful and the chill vibe was very welcoming...."

Stefgusts

"This place is amazing and over delivers on all fronts the burgers are a generous size and the meat cooked to perfection never been let down by this..."

David Kane

"Best burger that I ever had, awesome vintage deco and friendly staff, good place to friends reunion. Definitely going back soon. Recommended..."

Teresa Cristina Carvalho

"Solid atmosphere, the staff are SO good, and the food and drink is without comparison!! More people need to know about this place :) So much better..."

Jawn Tarmsawn

"Came here regularly. The place feels cozy and the staffs are friendly.The chips with chicken gravy is a must try. Cheeseburger is good...."

Albert

"This place is not mentioned enough when it comes to burgers. Went for a friend's farewell and I will go again soon!Loved the chips that..."

TheyCallHimX

"Delicious! Hands down best spicy chicken tenders and loaded fries with shredded ham hock... Great simple food matched with great selection of..."

Anita L

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JZY

"It was really crowded early on a Saturday night. There was nowhere left to sit and we ended up on a narrow bench. It's also very dark and loud..."

Julycheee

"Pub style eatery 😉 lovely and friendly service! The quick bite double cheeseburger was so good! The patties were gourmet and really tasted healthy..."

World In A Bite

"Awesome! Amazing! You can tell in a second that much love goes into running this bar/restaurant. Food was PERFECT and did not taste greasy and..."

Morkscrap

"My first time trying the ubereats so I have used it to order original tender chicken. They were so crispy even though it might have been in the car..."

Siriwan Ng

"Great vibe! Big courtyard. Tried out the spicy dog, Connie Island dog, southern fried chicken burger, double cheeseburger and chicken fries between a..."

David Hewitt

"My chicken sandwich was as good as any I've had. It was just really good. My friend said his double cheeseburger was awesome and juicy. Our other..."

Chad

"The decor here is really cool, and the pinball machine is a good addition. We came on a Tuesday night and it was fairly busy. However, the service..."

Snackloverbaby

"A very cool retro spot to hang out. Super delicious burgers. The patties are juicy so tasty! This place is in my hood and I would like to come back..."

Coffeelove

"YUM!!!!!! That's the best way to describe the feed I had here. The burger is a must try if you find your way here - so juicy and cooked to..."

Keen For Cuisine

"A chilled out venue where you can enjoy a cold beer whilst enjoying the serenity of south Yarra. So many enticing items to eat here but the..."

Shanaka Eats

"4.5/5 - YUM!! Been meaning to try this for ages yet on diets and healthy food is not on the menu here haha. We had a HUUUGE night..."

ToorakM

"This place kicks ass! Cool retro atmosphere with chilled music and excellent food. Definitely one of the best burgers in Melbourne and the eggplant..."

F&K

"This is the venue we all dream of owning. Cool space. Indoor pool table. Out door lazy trees to drink one of the great beers off their list- although..."

Mans C

"Excellent, best burger I have had in Melbourne so far. Mash was also top notch. Service was great everyone smiling. Good vibe inside as well. Will be..."

Jarred Winik

"What can I say, after a big night Leonards fried chicken helped me through my hangover. Managed to finish a Bloody Mary which come served in an..."

Steph

"Great service, very friendly staff who recommended the burger, a nice greasy one in all the right ways. Really good selection in drinks and it's well..."

Gastroman

"Hidden hangout place in South Yarra ! Love love love the vibes, deco and ambience here. Perfect for catch ups , groups and even dates. Delicious..."

May

"Leonard's is a cool place hidden off Chapel St. An old house converted into a bar, this place has a good drinks menu, great outdoor area and also a..."

Brungiel

"cool vibe, friendly staff and amazing food. Loved the chicken tenders, look forward to trying the dogs next time, look awesome. Great place to..."

GandR

"The setting here is brilliant. It feels cosy and like a shack that the family have been spending their holidays in for years. I loved the feel of the..."

Patersani

"A cosy little cottage like building located behind the hustle and bustle of Chapel Street is the 70's vibin' Leonards House of Love. This is also..."

Olivia Baillie

"~NOT A BURGER REVIEW~Though I will be back for their burgers.So in our order we had some hot glazed fried chicken tenders, the..."

I'm Batman

"From the guys who bought to us Sweet Water Inn presents 'Leonards House of Love'. Nestled in the back streets of South Yarra, just off Chapel Street..."

Phil Kelley

"Our FAV place for a afternoon drink or some yummy pub food! The atmosphere in itself is enough to make anyone want to spend an afternoon here but the..."

Vicky Wulff

"Loved the uniqueness of this place, tucked behind the Jam Factory off Chapel Street. On a Sunday night this place was busy but after..."

Rhi Godwin

"Can't fault the food, loved my double cheese burger, patty was packed full of flavour and slightly pink in the middle which is how I like it, bun..."

Coffee And Food Enthusiast.

"These guys get it.Not much on offer on the menu, but they focus on making sure everything they offer is on point. The burgers are up there..."

Wilsonwilson

"Tucked away behind Chapel Street is where you'll find this fried chicken haven. I had heard so much about this place and was worried it wouldn't live..."

Kalise Chalwell

"Best burgers in Melbourne with a good selection of beers and spirits to match. Do yourself a favor and get down on a Tuesday where they do a bigger..."

Alex Bogart-King

"Leonard’s House of Love is hidden down a back alley, just off Chapel St in South Yarra. You walk into the place, and are immediately transported to..."

Food Etc.

"When I heard there was a 'relaxed 70's dive bar set in South Yarra' I stopped staring into the abyss and wondered what type of active wear would be..."

The Urban Nihilist

"Hands down best burger we have had to date, and we've done the burger circuit. Cooked to a perfect juicy medium rare with that real good meat..."

Ellie Whi-tang

"This unassuming bar is located in a small street right off Chapel St and offer a small and simple menu of American comfort foods. The staff were..."

DAMMIT JANET I LOVE FOOD

"Loved this place!! Down a side street off Chapel, we nearly walked past it. Sat outside in the sunshine and thoroughly enjoyed our Winner Winner..."

Cristy

"Absolutely delicious cheeseburgers! Loved the Texan ranch style décor, tucked away in a side street away from the hustle and bustle of Chapel st...."

Michy

"Was craving a good burger when we came here - We didn't realise it was at a hipster, cool bar until we're outside. There was a pool table and a..."

Nibble And Wander

"We stumbled upon this place on our way to the cinema and came back for a drink only. When we saw the fried chicken come out we had to order some. It..."

Jo Coombe

"Geez after eating the cheese burgar i thought I had died and gone to heaven easily the best burgar bar none can't recommend it highly..."

Burgar Luv

"When I give out a 5 it basically means I'd eat at a place again tomorrow. As for Leonard's I might just start living here and eat 3 square meals a..."

Always Choose Pizza

"My top 5, great gravy chips and very solid juicy burger well done. Among my top 5 - supermax, JD's burgers, merrywell, demazzi & 8bit. Rockwell and..."

Hamburger

"SO. FRICKIN. GOOD. Burgers are tops, served in true american diner style, nicely proportioned with very good quality buns, patties, sauce and pickle...."

Dani R

"Short and simple menu, tasty burgers and beers in a chilled out Americana wooden mountain-style chateau, what else does a fella need? Not too..."

Tom S

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"Fast becoming a new local. Sunday's should be burgers and poutine chips. Leonards top their chips with freshly roasted chicken, onion and gravy it's..."

Liveeatdrinklovefood

"Best burger I've ever had hands down.Not great seating arrangements for large groups but the burger is definitely worth the visit. Will be..."

Breakylunchanddibba

"Great vibe here. The food is AHMAHZING! The burgers here and in my top 2, and the charcoal chicken fries are to die for. Do yourself a favour and go..."

Tash

"This place is our local, and what a local it is. The craft beers on hand are awesome, as is their own brew. The menu is not that comprehensive,..."

FAS

"As good as the fit out is, the best feat was the food, tried the double cheese burger and boy was it good! Pink patty, soft bread (not too sweet like..."

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Burgers Of Melbourne

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Georgia Allen

"This is one of our all time FAV places in Melbourne. I used to come to this bar in the old days. They’ve done a great job doing it up into a cool..."

Irena Miljko

"Ordered all the habenaro sauced ones as I like my food spicy. Delicious :D Good selection of beers both on tap and in tins. Very nice atmosphere..."

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Natasha Keselj

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"Cute ambience great service. The chicken sanga was tasty and juicy, curry mayo slaw is an interesting touch. Burger is underwhelming. Idk how that..."

R Jin

"Reminds me of a bar in old westerns. Love the drinks, staff and food selection. The poutine and fries with cheese and mushroom were so delicious that..."

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Meg McKenna

Dainty Sichuan

81/100 (4134 ratings)

Restaurants

Asian

Vegan Options

Chinese

Asian

Vegetarian Friendly

Vegan Options

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Lunch

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Hot Pot

Chilli Chicken

Lamb

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Fish

Beef

Fried rice

Pork

Dumplings

Eggplant

Chili

Crab

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Ribs

Prawns

Szechuan

Sit down

Asian

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Serves Alcohol

Wine and Beer

Free off-street parking

Highchairs Available

Full Bar

Accepts Credit Cards

Reservations

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Accepts Mastercard

Seating

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Table Service

Street Parking

Dinner

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Mid-range

"I love visiting Dainty Sichuan! Even though there are a few branches spread across Melbourne, South Yarra branch produces the most delicious dishes...."

Kristy

"They have been around for ages and have been a favourite for amazing chinese szechuan dishes. Absolutely love it here and one of my..."

M3lissa____

"Take away for birthday lunch. Very authentic! I'll definitely order more often...."

Veronica X

"By far one of the best Sichuan restaurants in Melbourne. Me and a few friends ordered the scampi as well as the pork rib barbecue. My favourite was..."

Phil Guo

"Dainty Sichuan is one of our favourite Chinese restaurants in Melbourne. We’ve been a few times and it never disappoints! The service is fantastic,..."

Stelly

"Dainty Sichuan is a super authentic sichuan restaurant in the heart of South Yarra. It's in a great location right opposite the..."

Ashleigh Michelle

"One of the best Sichuan restaurants in Melbourne. They have a myriad of shared dishes and also a separate hotpot menu. The cabbage and the cold..."

Debby

"Tilapia is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!highly recommend! 200times better than basa fillet Would like to have..."

Creamyny

"I really love the spicy, sweet, tangy and savoury flavours of Sichuan food and Dainty doesn't disappoint! So full of flavour! The servings are..."

Melb_Belly

"Really delicious and authentic Chinese food 👌🏼 We ordered and within 10 mins most of the food had already come out, I was seriously so..."

Connie

"Authentic and great flavours that were cooked to perfection. Friendly staff and high quality produce. Couldn't go wrong with a visit..."

BR

"This is one of our favourite Chinese restaurants, when we feel like spicy food. That’s the place to go, almost everything on the menu is nice,..."

Kelly Shen

"Food is always good here. Good quality ingredients and satisfying spicy food. We ordered Cumin Pork Rib, Chicken & Mushroom and Beans with minced..."

Dee Dee

"Enjoyed the food here.Start withthe cold noodle with the tingling feelSpicy fish was cook well in the chilljSfirfry longbeanDrink..."

Sally Sally

"Came with my collegues.Start with the Sichuan cold noodle ( which tasted very good), sweet and numbing feeling.The mapo tofu was cooked..."

Junghoo Kim

"Best Sichuan food I've ever had in Melbourne though we only had dishes there a few times (we didn't try hotpot). Though food is a bit pricey but all..."

ZzzPpl

""One of the Best" Sichuan food in Melbourne! coupled with Excellent Ambiance!When you feel like having really like Hot & Spicy, yet yummy..."

Parag

"Busy restaurant with a great vibe. Great food, great service and reasonable prices. Definitely worth a visit for anyone that enjoys spicy sichuan..."

Melb Foodie

"One of my favourite in the area. Consistently delicious. The eggplant is insane. Just love the flavours. Good for a casual lunch. Photo menu a good..."

Miche Bonett-Horton

"Hotpot for life! While I’m doing my best to avoid fried food lately, I’ve started to build this affection towards sichuan hotpot ❤️ the one..."

EatorTreat

"I lost my phone after the dinner at Dainty Sichuan Toorak. I was so worried and went back for help. The waiter and the cashier were very very kind..."

YYG

"Lovely mapo tofu. Lovely fish fragrant eggplant but my favourite is the stir fried beans. Best experienced with a group but our table for two was..."

Latitudes

"Gorgeous food & very attentive & efficient staff. Photographs on menu were very useful in helping us decide what to order. Food arrived very promptly..."

Coral

"If it is hot n spicy food you are after, look no further. Vibrant atmosphere quick service and great food. Good selection of beer and wine Will be..."

Dhruva

"for all the spicy lovers out there, this is a must. Must try their spicy fish and chong qing chicken. Extremely spicy but just so addicting. Should..."

Jessica Felise

"The most authentic Sichuan food you can find in Melbourne. And this is the best out of all Dainty Sichuan restaurant group restaurants. Food were..."

LoveEatLoveCook

"Came here for group dinner recommended by a friend. Nice Sichuan restaurant with plenty of foods to choose in menu. We ordered few dishes to share..."

Yulz

"4.2. Very impressive. Not perfect but very very good.The most important thing. The food here is superb. Probably the best Chinese food..."

Two Sheds

"Visited on a Saturday night pushing 8pm, but it was almost packed and the air was steaming with all kinds of scents. A pricey menu, but you get what..."

Ronald

"All dishes we ordered are so tasty, quite spicy, but we love it. The quantity of dish is decent, which is important too. Will definitely come back..."

Clairemelb

"Spicy chicken and the spicy fish are my favorite. We order that two dishes almost every time. And the hot pot is nice too. The space is enough we..."

Yuxi Li

"Had a great lunch here today. The place was packed! Had to wait for about 30mins before getting a table. The lamb ribs was spicy, but delicious!..."

Tyke_gal92

"It’s nice to have hotpot in a cold day. I quite like their soup flavor and the sauces as well. The food was so fresh and friendly staff. It’s..."

Mai Phan

"Food was exceptional, we love our food very hot and spicy. If you are like us don’t hesitate to try this place. We found this place via sbs food..."

Ramkumar Thiyagarajan

"It’s been my favorite place for a long long time. I would return whenever any of my friend is craving for spicy food.. as the menu is made for..."

5ilverr

"Been there twice but never disappointed! Food are all very traditional Sichuan style. Spicy and yummy! Perfect for location and food. Lamb and..."

FoodLoverQueenM

"Perfect spot for a night out with friends, dishes are as expected- spicy but with an exception of a few.. If you like spicy Chinese food this is the..."

Kerli Kerli Kerli

"I was recommended to visit Dainty Sichuan, and to try the Fish Flavoured Eggplant, and it did not disappoint! One of the most enjoyable feeds..."

Chips Before Dips

"Highly recommended Chinese food in Melbourne. so the best way to get in this restaurant is to either be early or have a reservation in place. the..."

Jayesh

"Holy crap this place is a spicy treat. Busy as all hell. Cool fish at the entrance. Some of them are lying down all sleepy like. There is a sign on..."

John Carver

"Dainty Sichuan is my goto place for Sichuan spicy food. Cumin lamb is just amazing and a regular in our orders. Beef and fish were amazing too. Love..."

Nakul Gandotra

"Chilli is king at Dainty Sichuan 🌶️ Dainty is a regular favourite of mine, offering an expansive menu, peppery flavours, and exceptional..."

JW

"Very good spicy hot pot. We ordered the half non-spicy and half medium spicy soup base. The medium spicy tasted just right with all your ingredients..."

Kacangma

"Best Spicy Chinese Food in Melbourne eh! Love the boiling fish! Make sure you get the more expensive one because it is totally worth it! Ordered Cold..."

Eating Away Melbourne

"Was pleasantly surprised at this place! It is a spacious two storey building with nice decor, and the food was authentic and lovely. What surprised..."

Jamie

"Great place if you love spicy authentic Chinese food. The supper spicy rabbit is amazing, and the hot pots are great, just the drinks are..."

FBriacliff

"I lovvvvvvvveeeeeee their BlackPepper Crabby 🦀!! So Juicy, Tangy, tender inside and delicious. It worth to wait for the service. For Hot seafood..."

Indri

"It amazes me that how many times I have overlooked this place even though I have walked right past it! It is difficult to judge the proportions of..."

Kaustav Roy

"We’ve been regular foodies at Dainty. And each time we discover something new. Fish flavoured Eggplant is our all time favourite. This time we had..."

Sikha Biswas

"👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 so good. 1. Chongqing chilli chicken - a lot! 3/5 bones and 2/5 is the meat haha. Okay spicy for asian..."

Oodreiilittlepotato

"Great atmosphere for Chinese dining. Extensive menu. Good value for money. Would definitely recommend this place or any of the other Dainty’s in..."

S_foodie

"Delicious Chinese fine dinning place, can eat hot port or cooked dishes...authentic spicy Sichuan flavour, well made food middle range priced and..."

Madamrouge86

"Strongly recommended those one who like spicy food go there n have a try. It’s the really spicy n u will never regret. Especially their minced..."

Jtsgqsdhrzm

"Whoo! This place is spicy! Haha.I'm saying that, be sure you know what you're getting into before ordering. While there's a good selection..."

Michael Tan

"After leaving the cinema and being confronted by pouring rain, my friends and I found ourselves cold and hungry - and what better food than hotpot to..."

Carlos Humphrey

"Hot and spicy food served here. Addictive hot pot, my parents love spicy food so I brought them here and they love it sooooo much. Fairly expensive..."

Beth O'Reilly

"If you are in the mood for spicy food please come here. The hot pot is really good in that there are heaps of choices and the soup bases are tasty..."

Willtravelforfood17

"Not sure if I would give this place a really high score like some ppl have. Went here last wk and yes it was good. Ordered the spicy fish bowl and..."

James Chiu

"I was told this is best Sichuan places in town especially this South Yarra restaurant. We had the bbq pork ribs with steamed white rice. These were..."

Varun Heble

"Very busy.Pricey.Authentic food.Very tasty!Something new for westerners but also very limited choice if you're not into trying..."

Slavujce88

"The place to have fresh fish in spicy Sichuan chilli oil and not feel horrible after!Between the 4 of us, we had three main dishes, the..."

Acky

"I had very valuable lunch here. The special lunch menu are provided only weekday. I choiced a non-chilli pork dish and it was so amazing and full of..."

Harapeko Abacus

"Awesome Sichuan dishes! Spicy! Tasty! Authentic! I have been in Australia for 10 years, this place offers the best Sichuan food! If you ever come to..."

Eric Mu

"My favorite Sichuan place to go to. Good quality and delicious food. They are pretty spicy well thats what Sichuan is about. Everything on their menu..."

Little Bit Of Everything

"Posh chinese restaurant. Very comfortable to sit to and share a bowl of spicy fish soup. The egg plant stir fried with some Chinese sauce was also..."

Ferry Gondo

"Food: - Spicy Periwinkles: sounds disgusting, tastes delicious. Texture might be weird for those who are not familiar with these. Very very..."

IsaH

"This is my always go place and must to have every month. The boss Tina is so smart to have the authentic Sichuan cuisine in Melbourne. Must to have..."

Steven Gu

"Come here for lunch while I was shopping in toorak. The food is super spicy! But very tasty I ordered the mapo tofu from the lunch menu and..."

Ilovefoodsomuch

"I am quite a fan of Dainty Sichuan Box Hill and I thought it would be interesting to compare it to the hot pot in South Yarra. I did write a review..."

Sarah Loves Food

"For good reason, Dainty Sichuan has long been a fixture of the South Yarra dining scene. This is because it is very difficult to find Sichuan food of..."

Catching The Big Fish

"I have been to the South Yarra branch so many times but never tried their hotpot until last week. Unlike the city store where you have your own pot,..."

Clarinna

"One of the best places to eat. Long wait times if you don't book early, but worth the wait. Best is the eggplant and spicy vegetable fish soup. Other..."

John Jackson

"This restaurant is conveniently located near South Yarra station. I've tried a number of the other Dainty Sichuan restaurants across the city and..."

Ilovetoomnom

"Best boiling fish ever. And loads of other amazing dishes. As a Chinese I gotta say this is one of the best Chinese restaurants. And it's very rare..."

Olivia Xiao

"Dainty Sichuan is located in South Yarra and very close to train station / tram stop.The location of this restaurant is very strategic..."

Jeffry

"Dry stirfried Beans and Kong Pao chicken are my favorite dishes. They offer really authentic Szechuan cuisine. Have came to this place several times,..."

Muchy_mu

"Nice to enjoy with friends for good communal hotpot. Service here is much friendlier than the city branch. Their lunch menu is good value also...."

Happyley

"Very nice place and the food was tasty. Especially the grill fish was cooked beautifully. But I prefer the rice would serve with a rice bucket rather..."

Tian Ni

"The restaurant has many great choices on their menu besides their signature spicy Sichuan dishes. My friend and I wasn't a spicy food eater but we..."

XiaoHui Teo

"Still my Favourite Sichuan place - ever. 4 visits later, I would highly recommend their eggplant, the Chilli chicken and their famous bowl of fish...."

Joanne | Melbournecitay

"Food: Wow, so Dainty Sichuan really don't hold back on the spice. If you're a mild food eater, this is not the place for you, however, if you love..."

Suzie Scribbles

"It's burns!!! Make it stop burning!!! I found the food at Dainty Sichuan far from mild and meek as the name might suggest. Soups of chilli and..."

Espy Eats

"Firstly yes it's Sichuan so yes it's spicy! Great place, recently refurbished, attentive staff and proper Sichuan flavours. I usually come here for..."

Richard Ricardo Sosa

"I love it! I especially like spicy food so this is my favourite! I highly recommend “沸腾鱼” and “重庆辣子鸡”. But if you cannot eat..."

Shijing Wang

"|The go to Sichuan restaurant| ★★★★1/2Must Try: Spicy charcoal grilled fish, wa wa vegetable (chinese cabbage stir fry), golden..."

UNITORO

"The restaurant was packed for Saturday dinner. We didn't have reservation so was lucky to have a table for us when we walked in. I could see there..."

Jolene Lim

"Been here twice for lunch. It's never failed to produce amazing food. Great service & ambiance.The drinks are nice too. Be sure to use Liven app so..."

Phil Schneiderman

"Have been here twice now with friends and family. The food is authentic Sichuan cruisine. The portion was decent although it is on expensive end. The..."

Jasmine Chung

"Dainty Sichuan - A place for uptown spicy chinese sichuan food. flavours are strong and potent.💪Appitizer doesn’t come from the menu,..."

Must Be Hungry

"Food is genuine and delicious. Honestly the best Sichuan food i've had! The BBQ pork is so decadent and the milk tea is fragrant and better than any..."

Vivi

"Their hot pot is full of flavours and varirty except the spicy soup is way too spicy for me. Thir main dishes are very outstanding taste, love the..."

Leng Mettarikanon

"Food : excellent representation of Szechuan cuisine. Spicy fish highly recommended.Service : efficient and politeAmbience : nice..."

JKGasMan

"Been going to Dainty Sichuan in South Yarra for their dishes. Everything was flavourful, good customer service, and quick. Really recommend their..."

Sezza

"Had the ribs between two. Really huge portions, could have easily fed a third person. Really tender and flavourful. Highly recommend giving this..."

Justin

"Stepping into DS is like being transported to a restaurant in Beijing. Every dish is an absolute flavour explosion. Sichuan food is great..."

Pitted4Lyf

"I'm not a big fan of sichuan food. We came for a Christmas celebration, the food was good but is very oily. The service was nice. Maybe I should try..."

Vivi Wulansari

"Flavoursome and authentic Chinese Sichuan food. Much better service than the branch in the city.We were here on a Sunday evening at 8PM and..."

Luke And Hannah

"I'm not really a big fan of pork but I really loved the pork ribs barbecue here. The texture is different and the corianders are perfect for the bbq...."

Ignatia

"Often find Chinese are way too oily but it's pretty yum anyway ! All dishes i try was so wonderful ! Love the spicy lamb ribs and stir fried..."

Jel_J_Chriee

"My Bf's favourite Sichuan restaurant in Melbourne. All dishes are good never letting us down. Our normal order includes chilli meat pot and grilled..."

Happytalent.66

"I am huge fan of spicy food and this place is exactly what I am after!!! Try one of their "3 chilly" dishes!This chain is right across..."

Claude Ryan

"Good food, mapo tofu is good but on the spicy side. Always a nice atmosphere whether solo diner or with friends. Service is good. Thanks..."

MandyToorak

"Melbourne's No.1 Sichuan food, love hotpots, grilled fishes and other dishes. Recently when I visited here, I had a kind of coke from..."

FoodieCCC

"Started out in Smith St and the little place could not handle the hordes that wanted spicy. Here in Sth Yarra it's bigger, two levels of all things..."

Gerd

"Is this the best Sichuan place in Melbourne or what? The taste and atmosphere are authentic, beautifully presented plates, fresh ingredient, and did..."

HalloweenNobody

"Bloody good food. Only go if you like spicy food, otherwise you're wasting your time. I love the ma po tofu and cumin lamb ribs but it's all..."

Kate

"Usually not a fan of Chinese food but wow this place was amazing! The "fish flavored eggplant" wasn't fish flavored but rather delicious flavored! It..."

Fatfanny Jones

"Always came here for dinner and always satisfy with their dishes. This place can get really busy on dinner time so its better to book a table before...."

Jen

"Not your typical hotpot.Went down with some friends for my birthday and had an absolutely lovely meal, topped off by amazing service.Having..."

Truman Tang

"Do not underestimate the chilly rating of this restaurent. Three chill's mean you will have smoke coming from your ears and I am not one to shy away..."

Jay

"Food is brilliant - customer service of Mackey beats the food- super service !! A must try! Def recommend . Love love love the food..."

Bindiya

"It's always my favorite Chinese traditional cuisine in town although a little bit pricy Crispy spicy chicken blowing delicious I can't find any..."

Wendy Pan

"Let's see, I think there are emoticons that will best describe my meal...."

Chad

"If you can handle spicy food this is the place to be. Great sichuan dishes, bang bang chicken is a must try. Eggplant eith fish sayce is really nice,..."

Albert

"We’re hot pot newbies so we relied on Google to lead us to Dainty Sichuan. Very friendly staff who were more than ready to help us understand how..."

Ajay

"I am not sure if there's a better Schezuan restaurant in Melbourne than the Dainty stable. They have made the deep Chinese spicy flavours mainstream,..."

Hungry Ronin

"I was disappointed years ago when Dainty Sichuan moved from its' grungy little laneway in the city to shiny new premises in South Yarra. Mainly..."

Richard McNamara

"Dainty Sichuan is a surprisingly authentic Sichuan restaurant in the heart of South Yarra. Food: I have been here twice, and on the first..."

Victor Yin

"Best Sichuan food in town. You cant go wrong with Dainty Sichuan. We ordered the chilli prawns, spicy lamb kebabs, potato noodles with pork threads,..."

Biggiechee

"This place is for the ones who are into hot food. If you can handle the hot stuff then try their Chong Qing chilli chicken. Seriously hot Sichuan..."

Amit Tuteja

"On a cold and wet autumn's day, nothing warms the soul and fires the belly, like a dinner at dainty. This place can get really busy on the..."

Mistletoe

"I'm a chilli lover and this is one of the better Sichuan restaurant in Melbourne area so for me everything is good here. My favourites are fish..."

Penelope

"I love their Spicy Chicken dishes and the seafood with spices recommended by the staff...I am a fan of Sichaun food... Worth spending if..."

Pradeep Rajkumar

"Dainty Sichuan, wow! Talk about smack you in the face with flavor and spice. Went for dinner with some friends and was impressed by the portion..."

Louloudonaghey

"Pros: The hotpot is among the most authentic ones in Melbourne. Lunch menu is cheap and with a great variety. Cons: the normal dish is way..."

Natalie

"If you need a bit of spice in your life then this is the place. I'm a fan! Faves here are the sichuan hot pot with white fish and the sichuan..."

THE_G_MAN

"Well known Sichuan cuisine spot in Melbourne and it worths the reputation in the Sichuan restaurants. The serval dishes were incredibly hot and..."

Neal Lin

"Great atmosphere and service. The hot pot is great! Can choose level of heat (spice wise) and choose your ingredients. Great idea! Cook food in the..."

Lee Pownall

"- Bang Bang Chicken (chilli & Szechuan pepper, sweet & sour) $19.8 - a cold dish of delicious chicken and vegetables slivered together;- Cumin lamb..."

Eat Like Ushi

"Dainty as a chilli. Maybe the name of this place was lost in translation but the flavours sure aren't. DS food packs a powerful chilli punch even in..."

Missdelish

"Dainty Sichuan taught me two things in life - you can never have enough peppercorns and there is no such thing as "too spicy". I went from shifting..."

Hello. Imnikki

"Good location , nice , clean , beautiful traditional Chinese decor with warm service and delicious food . I am a regular client here . No more..."

Julia Ye

"So strong was the aroma of Dainty Sichuan’s food that I could smell it at least 3 blocks away – a heady mix of peppercorns and chillies, it was..."

MyFoodBelly

"Don't go here if you want traditional Chinese! Food is magnificent, the eggplant dish sublime and the serves are huge! It seems to cater for quick..."

Uschi Saunders

"Very memorable spicy dishes. Bring a towel because you'll be sweating! At first glance, their menu is extremely pricy; however, their food is truly..."

Hungry Hippo

"Best Sichuan Cuisine in Melbourne. Nice hotspot as well. I would recommend Boiling Fish in Golden Basin, traditional Chinese running the business. U..."

Jessica Han

"King pao chicken was super hot. I had to breathe extra air and man .. were my lips on fire!!! I believe it has too much pepper but still in a few..."

❤️ From 🇧🇩

"I checked this place out with my high school friend during lunch time. The place was busy but we got seated almost straightaway. The customer service..."

DuckieLovesToEat

"Always go there to satisfy my Sichuan cravings. Good food but a bit on the pricy side. Food is very tasty. Love this place! Will keep coming..."

Jl

"Spicy and hot hot hot. Perfect place for sichuan craving. Everything is good just make sure confer with a few friends so you can order a few more..."

David Liao

"Really delicious and traditional Chinese dishes, and the steam pot is yummy as well. My favorite is the spicy boiled fish (🌶🌶🌶) and the..."

Alwaysreadytoeat

"We love this place! Reasonably priced, large servings and delicious food! The perfect place to order mains to share, my favourites being the Bang..."

M.

"One of the best Sichuan restaurant in Melbourne! tasty, spicy, that tingling feeling and numb tongue that you gonna have! the portion is massive,..."

Dollmination

"Loved the Chong Qing Chilli Chicken today and the pork belly with bean sauce. Attentive service, quick lunch and delicious - Sichuan food is awesome..."

Very Hungry Panda

"My favorite Sichuan restaurant! Food is always so delicious and well seasoned. Great service and comfortable eating area. Their lunch special is..."

Live_in_melbourne

"Food is great! I always come here when i have sichuan cravings. Never disappoint! Highly recommend the spicy chicken! Food is however pricy! We..."

Jack

"Love love love the food. Had cumin lamb ribs and eggplant as well as ants climbing on trees. The lamb ribs is a must. Decent price. Good serving..."

The Munchkin

"Came here and got the hotpotDefinitely an authentic experience, with a good selection of ingredients.Waitstaff could be hard to get..."

Food1995

"I was never a fan of spicy..... but this place has changed my mind...... I dunno... was it the combination of chilli, sichuan pepper and msg that..."

Hungry Mum

"Possibly the best sichuan I've had in Melbourne. Their cumin lamb, beef riblets, ant climbing trees and eggplant with fishy taste are my favourites...."

Shar

"Had a surprise bday party celebration for my partner last thursday, it went as i expected.The staff was very patient and attentive to make sure..."

MF

"Service is great. They're polite and care about how you feel about food and service. Hot pot is highly recommended because the taste of hot pot soup..."

Sarah Geng

"One of the best hot pot places I have visited in Melbourne. Generous portions, delicious sauces and soup mix. I loved the presentation of the food..."

Jenny Ying

"It was absolutely Fantastic. It is widely known that Sichuan food is absolutely great but it is known as well that the Eggplant is the most hated..."

Jinendra Sakhare

"Elegant looking chinese restaurant, clean and spacious. Reservations highly recommended. Came here for their hotpot on a cold winter night,..."

May

"What’s better than jumpers, hot milo and tv shows in winter? HOTPOT! I’ve been craving for hotpot since I came back to the chilly Melbourne..."

LittleMsEden

"On a Friday night, after shopping at Emporium, it's great to have this yummy Sichuan style, Spicy fish with pickles to finish the night. Great..."

Michelle Cai

"Brilliant traditional Sichuan cookingHeat can be modified on request. Absolute favourite in winter. Credit card surcharge is a minor annoyance..."

Uroldoc

"This is not your run-of-the-mill Chinese restaurant. These guys use Sichuan pepper like they mean it. The food is absolutely delicious. Their..."

Zina Valaydon

"I have frequented this venue for close to 10 years (back when it was still in China town), and without a doubt it's the best Sichuan style food in..."

Tomi Arnott

"Nice and clean restaurant. The service is fast, we didn't have to wait for the table. We came here a few time for hot pot. Most of the dishes in the..."

Food Food Food

"I love this place and basically everything on their menu but this place is seriously only for spice lovers. I've been here a few times in group..."

Occasionalist

"Years in the waiting, finally got to Dainty Sichuan on a trip to Melbourne. Legendary popularity still in effect we were seated upstairs surrounded..."

Martin C

"I remember going to the South Yarra branch a looong time ago and mistaking the place for a Cantonese joint I ordered "very hot". I remember spending..."

Finding Resonance

"Not a big fan of Sichuan cuisine, however this place really lives up to its standard by offering delicious,hot and peppery food. I admire how they..."

Epicurean

"Fantastic food. Standard unfriendly service but who cares when food is that full of flavour. I dream about the Kung pao prawns..."

Melbeats

"One of my favourite places for lunch. The $12 lunch deal is awesome value. The Kun pao chicken is immense. If you like spicy food this is a must...."

Vince

"Pricey but Worth. Lovely Sichuan foods !! thumbs up for the Chongqing chicken!! goes really went with the..."

Ques

"OMG sweat it out but incredibly delicious..."

Mark Goldberg

"This place has a special spot in my heart. Every dish is bursting with colors and flavours, so spicy they will leave you tearing and sniffing, but so..."

Amy

"Dainty Szechuan has come highly recommended and we have finally made it to the South Yarra original, we’d visited little sister in town but this..."

FoodieAboutTown

"Really Tasty - Recommend Totally!. Visiting this place already twice in a few days and both times, they serve amazing food. Definitely recommending..."

Monkinime

"Nice Sunday Lunch. Well prepared and served tasty food at reasonable price, will go back again..."

Praveen

"As expected, the dishes were pretty spicy, but thankfully, not as oily as some Sichuan restaurant food I’ve had. All the dishes were great: the..."

A Chronicle Of Gastronomy

"Whenever I get the cravings for dangerous deep fried, hot and spicy food, Dainty Sichuan is my one stop destination. Their Chongqing Chicken alone..."

Confessions Of A Little Piggy

"I fondly remember reading Epicure in The Age a few months ago.There was a rambling yet detailed article describing the restaurants in and around..."

Epicurean Of Southbank

"We went to Dainty Sichuan in Toorak. We had a 6pm booking and it wasn't too busy, but as we finished up at around 7:30pm the restaurant was full so I..."

Sarah Moral

"Revisit verdict? I'd recommend skipping the kong pao, but the rest was good, especially the usual suspects of tasty cold noodle, garlic cucumber,..."

Spoonfuls Of Wanderlust

"This is a photoview post (contains mostly photos only). Verdict? We've been waiting a while to get back to Dainty - we were pretty sad when we found..."

Spoonfuls Of Wanderlust

"This is a photoview post (contains mostly photos only). Verdict? A wonderful way to round off a Birthday Weekender..."

Spoonfuls Of Wanderlust

"This is a photoview post (contains mostly photos only).Verdict? Super tasty and satisfying, as..."

Spoonfuls Of Wanderlust

"The pork ribs were sensational, a sweet sticky sauce coats the ribs with the meat coming off the boan. Succulent flavours that melted in your mouth,..."

Em Belden

"Obviously a very popular restaurant! I would be very happy to come back and try more from the menu (and have more eggplant) as the food was delicious..."

Tales Of A Confectionist

"After our meal, James and I agreed that Dainty Sichuan tops our list of Sichuan restaurants we’ve eaten at in Melbourne. The waiters were efficient..."

Pampered Housewife

"Their Chilli Chicken has been decreasing in portion over the years, with more dried chilli than actual chicken pieces. As I don’t like to eat..."

Mochii

"I’m sweating, but it’s a good sweat. Yes, sweat out all those toxic chemicals and cleanse my temple! Eating this dish is almost therapeutic. The..."

Brian

"It's such a cute little concept restaurant, with an old school American diner theme. Plus, you can't go wrong with the smooth tunes of 50's jukebox..."

The Hungry Excavator

"The food is very tasty but just be prepared to order a few big jugs of your beverage of choice to cool yourself..."

Nina And Kran

"Our waitress handed us our menus, we flipped the pages, and smiled. Every dish has a rating system for spice levels – from no chillies (mild) to..."

Donny

"a colossal pummelling of..."

Fatboo

"Eating with big sweats on your forehead and red burning lips with big bottles of cold ice tea on your table perhaps did not picture anything dainty...."

Angel Khong

"simply made with a strong fragrance of salty bean paste & black beans, chilli oil and peppercorns, contrasted against the blandness of soft..."

Al' The Picky EAter

"My friend Sharon is a vegetarian, and Dainty Sichuan is where we always go with a few friends when she is back in Melbourne for a visit. No need to..."

Theindolentcook

"I'm a big fan of mapo tofu, and this is probably the best rendition of it I have ever had the pleasure to eat. And by probably, I mean definitely...."

Jobe

"Dainty Sichuan is now Southside – a large contributing factor to my not having visited sooner – and about four times the size of the original..."

Cloudcontrol

"A revealing fact about this man-boy is that he is Indonesian. Indonesians are known for the fiery, spicy food and sambal . But I cannot take heat...."

Darryl Tirtha

"There has always been talk about Dainty and how good and spicy it is. Ex-colleagues used to brag about the mountain of chillies they consumed and I..."

Jeroxie

"I was enjoy my Valentin's spicy meal in dainty. It's not surprise me to wait in a long queue, but the staff was took order when we were waiting. So..."

Emilywoow

"Good taste but no good service. I really like spice food, the taste is so good but service is that good, i think maybe they are too..."

Ricky Gao

"What's with all the negative reviews?. The service was impeccable. They were very friendly. The food was second to none (maybe because it was all new..."

FudieGudie

"If you order something spicy it comes SPICY. Great..."

Nathan Wilde

"Great!! Love it!!. Very authentic food and authentic service. They have their distinct style and it adds to the experience.The food is..."

Mensur.cehic

"Love this place. Fantastic food. Huge menu. Even vegetarians like me have a fairly big choice here. I strongly recommend the (cold) pickled cucumber..."

Laclem

"Recommended!. We love this place; consistently brilliant..."

Lil_Stee

"Delicious food, great service-waiter was a great laugh, wasn't expensive at all-value for money. Not many places you can try 10 different dishes and..."

Eating Food Things

"Not bad but Ivan only have it maybe once a year or something,too much..."

Melisa

"Delicious food but terrible service. Door guy was extremely rude. Despite the poor service, food was amazing! I hope they can improve their..."

Gilli Chan

"Best Hot Pot in Melbourne. Never disappoints. Medium spicy gives you that fantastic numb but tingling Sichuan burn. Choose tender beef and enoki..."

Liebee And Liebenette

"Renovations look great! Meals were tasty, so spicy and all worth the wait! To those who say their food is oily - err it says chilli oil in most of..."

Tracey Wiseman

"Loved it. Ate here for the first time a while ago (visiting from Sydney) and was with local friends who advised me what to try. From memory, we had..."

Scott Hannigan

"CLOSED until 16 December 2013. Just went here for lunch with 16 people but the restaurant is now closed for renovations. Tried booking..."

Jamer Buske

"Love Sichuan food but never seems to find the one which has been done well:(This restaurant on the otherhand left me with good experience, the..."

Snow White's Apple

"Good food and services !!. Very tasty food and spicy authentic chinese food. Love it and definitely come back..."

Caerusx

"The best and most delicious Pork Ribs BBQ in town - YEAH!!!..."

Lucas Kussowski

"Amazing food with awesome flavours, if you don't like spicy, I wouldn't recommend..."

Kenny Macdonald

"In a city that has seemingly gone Sichuan crazy over the last 5 years, the original, although now in its third location, still stands as if not the..."

Elsie The Cow

"Yum! Would come back many times. Came here for the first time on the weekend (Sat night) with a group of 8. Food was soooo yum! We tried both Sichuan..."

Sunshine State

"Great Food. It's no Flower Drum when it comes to service and cleanliness but if you are adventurous and happy to grab a quick and casual bite this..."

Margieschmarg

"The Pork Rubs Barbeque are to die for. A delicious and healthy (I mean large) serving of meat gently coated in the chilli mix - YEAH!!!..."

Lucas Kussowski

"Very tasty food but not so great for your arteries!. I was introduced to this place by a couple who are from Sichuan as this is their fav in..."

Jess Chang

"The food is great. I have to say that the food is outstanding, full of flavours and the dishes unique to their own.I also have to say that..."

Em Belden

"We keep coming back here. And fish flavored eggplant is always on the..."

Cheryl

"Hot and spicy!. Always jammed full of peopel but for good reason. The food is tasty and not too badly priced, especially if dining in a group from..."

Dale Honeybun

"I will drive days for the ma po tofu! AMAZEBALLS people get onto it so so good! Try the cumin lamb & fish flavored eggplant! Kind staff & very..."

Chefosaurus

"Been on the wishlist for a while now. Amazing food. If you love chili you'll love this. Best Ma Po Tofu ever and the cumin lamb is..."

JJ77

"Best Chinese food in Melbourne and better then most places i've eaten in China. Cant beat the teatree mushroom dishes and fish..."

Tom

"Overpriced.. One word sums it..."

Coffeesnob

"Execellent chinese. Place is not really what you call clean or sort of acceptable by todays standards but the food is excellent and is very..."

Jack Boy

"Craving for Spicy food. Place to go where you like to have spicy crispy salty food. I agree the foods are a little bit too salty. However, dishes..."

Healthy2Petite

"Numbingly sichuan. The place was packed like a momba parade with a queue to get in reminiscent of my youger days waiting to get into a night club...."

Mick

"Ribs Ribs RIBS. Hot pot of delicious, fall off the bone, pork ribs. Swimming in chili peppers, lotus roots, bean curd, and other unidentifiable..."

Sara T-roll

"Finally got there... and worth the wait. I have been wanting to try this place since I saw a re-run of Anthony Bourdains visit. After a few failed..."

FoodieStu

"Love it...second best Chinese restaurant in Melbourne..so consistent and authentic ..keep on going..."

FoodExplorer

"Great Food and good spice level. Loved loved loved the food here last Friday lunch with friends. Thanks to the urbanspoon recommendations we got the..."

PoleDancer

"Big group preferred. We had a table of 10, which would have been difficult to manage for the staff, but our table captain did a great job of ordering..."

Brent Fleeton

"This place is expensive, but the food is very good! We had the fish flavored eggplant. It was crispy and delicious. The wait time wasn't too bad for..."

Ian Laking

"Pork. Love that BBQ..."

Tony

"Real sichuan cuisine. I wanted to go there since I've seen the "No Reservations" show shot in Melbourne with Anthony Bourdain, showing the old Dainty..."

Nicolas Bertin

"Love the spice!. If you like spicy food its worth a visit. I went with a friend that had been before which helped as customer service is not..."

Bonnie Meiselbach

"Wow.brought my family here and it did not disappoint.great fresh food and busy atmosphere. Will come again unlike overpriced oriental..."

Ken Chan

"Spicy Goodness. If you want to try something a bit more exciting and definitely not bland then go here! Apart from only a few things on the menu the..."

Australian_englishman

"Pretty spot on sichuan. Went here the other night with a few friends, got a large 2 broth hotpot, spicy and stock. The stock was pretty..."

Tallskinny-eatslikehorse

"Enjoy the food!. I love the spicy pork ribs here. Just be prepared for a shot of spice. They do sell Soy Milk just in case it is too hot to handle..."

Colin Chen

"2.5 out of 5. This is a unique experience in spice and heat tolerance. They rate their dishes in grades of 1, 2 & 3 chilly strengths. HB likes it hot..."

Trav

"The best Sichuan that I know of. This is the best Sichuan that I know of. I reckon it's gotten a little milder since its move to South Yarra, but the..."

Gutch

"Absolutely delicious, spicy Chinese food. LOVED the eggplant and..."

JoC

"Good enough for Bourdain...Good enough for me. After seeing this on "No Reservations" we had to try it.Great to see other regional cuisines..."

Andrew Newsham

"Great value. A really good place for a cheap but consistently good meal. the pork and eggplant dishes are finger licking good. the service isn't..."

Dr MS

"Best Sichuan restaurant in Melb. Sups guys,I'v had the best Sichuan foods tasting experience in melb from that restaurant. I reckon it's..."

Sick Tastes

"Enjoyed this place. Enjoyed the hotpot there, really yummy and good value for money...would love to go back..."

Ryan Ilahi

"If you want authentic Chinese food you have to try this place, but be wary of the chilli ratings on the menu! We had the chicken mince with peanuts-..."

WandA

"Chili fantastic!. Dainty Sichuan is well worth a visit if you like spicy food. It's not the sort of restaurant where you rave about the freshness of..."

Shui

"Excellent food. On a cold night, this place packs a punch with flavour and simple food. The key to sichuan cooking is their chilli and sichuan..."

The Spatchcock

"Spicy and tasty!. We first went to the one in the city, recommended by local Sichuanese people. Great place with wonderful, tasty..."

Melissa Tang

"Do it! Go there! Must try! Everything is delicious. They're beef and tendon hot pot rocks! And the eggplant..."

IEat

"Sichuan virgin!. I've heard the chilli at dainty can be extreme however on our visit it seemed relatively tame.Dainty was my first..."

Easternsuburbs_explorer

"Not dainty but delicious. We had a big family lunch here and it was great - all the dishes came out quickly and ranged from super hot to quite mild...."

Hippo Girl

"Spicy fish!. I went here with a large group of people and we ordered almost everything in the menus...Amongst the crabs, the snails, the eggplants,..."

I'll Never Be Skinny

"Hot n Spicy. Hot, spicy and delicious....the best Sichuan food I've ever tasted. Forget about the service, just go for the food, but be warned, cash..."

BellaItalia

"Fish Flavoured Eggplant. The name is quite a misnomer - these thick strips of deep fried eggplant tend to taste a little sweet and spicy, not really..."

Pfctdayelise

"Chilli Heaven. This place is rockin of a Friday night. The excitement begins when you see the hoards of people pilling in to the large Dainty Sichuan..."

Andrew Kelly

"Delicious! We got take away on a lazy Sunday arvo. The beef with the spirals was tasty, ants in the tree beautiful (but eat In one sitting, once in..."

K C G

"Dainty Sichuan, there's nothing dainty about it!. Oh my god! What was I thinking when I suggested going to dinner at Dainty Sichuan. The last time I..."

Jon Turner

"Best Spicy food in town.. Going back to Dainty tomorrow night. First time I went my husband went on and on about how fantastic the food is, he goes..."

Jacqui Ray

"Sensational..... The best Asian food we have enjoyed in Australia EVER! Be sure u bring a hearty appetite , there is nothing Dainty about the..."

Robyn

"This is how it's done.. There's a lot of Chinese on offer in Melbourne and, sadly, most of it sucks. Dozens and dozens of places offer the same..."

Chris

"My favourite restuarant in town, best kung po chicken in Melbourne. Their $9 lunch boxes are great..."

Llama

"Hot and spicy!! It is too hot for me but it is just perfect for my gf (she is Malaysian and can take it better then me). The servings are very big..."

Ben

"Service is horrible but what do u expect from fast and cheap meals? The best Sichuan food especially the..."

Chele Wong

"The best sichuan food in town. Tried some other sichuan resto before but definetely always come back to dainty sichuan. Now with gorgeous elegant new..."

Asianbliss

"Ready to be blown away - Try this gem of a place!!!. Yes its all about the chillies and the art of communal dining. One of the best dining..."

Kri

"Come in a group. The bigger the better as the serves are massive, although plenty of containers for leftovers! The chilli in almost everything is..."

Gumby

"Delicous food,very tasty, good value for South..."

Stuart Gardner-Vaughan

"Bring your appetite. I warn all who come here not to snack on toast beforehand. we had 3 dishes1. egg plant with fish sauce. i never..."

Simon Flood

"Some like it hot. If you're one of them, Dainty Sichuan offers the ultimate in Sichuan cuisine in Australia. The pungency of chilli and pepper laden..."

Ed

"Wow! Amazing food. We went with foodie friends. Our gourmet friend ordered these:1. Steamed Pork Slices with Preserved Veggie..."

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