The best Chinese restaurants in Sydney are among the top-rated in the country, and it’s not a surprise. The harbour city is known for its culturally diverse dining scene, and Chinese cuisine is one of Sydney’s favourites. The Chinese cuisine is just as diverse as the country, with traditional dishes from every province, nook and cranny of the historically rich nation. The best Chinese restaurants in Sydney take lots of their inspiration from Cantonese food, as most Chinese immigrants originally came from Hong Kong. Now, the influences of West China and surrounding hubs have made their way over and we aren’t complaining! With so many places to try, we have gone all over Sydney to provide you with a fool-proof list of the best Chinese restaurants in Sydney.
Table of contents
- 1. Mr. Wong
- 2. Queen Chow Manly
- 3. Spice Temple
- 4. The Dolar Shop Sydney
- 5. Palace Chinese Restaurant
- 6. XOPP
- 7. Lotus Dumpling Bar
- 8. China Lane
- 9. Taste of Shunde
- 10. Marigold
- 11. New Shanghai Westfield Sydney
- 12. Nanjing Dumpling
- 13. Xi’an Eatery
- 14. Spicy Joint
- 15. ChongQing Street Noodle
- 16. China Diner
- 17. Kiroran Silk Road Uyghur Restaurant
- 18. Zhongyi Clay Pot Restaurant
- 19. Hurstville Chinese Restaurant
- 20. Eaton Chinese Restaurant
- 21. The Eight
- 22. Yang Guo Fu Ma La Tang
- 23. Beijing Impression Ashfield
- 24. Xi Xiang Feng Seafood Restaurant
- General FAQs
1. Mr. Wong
Got a special celebration coming up? Mr. Wong is the place. Taking up two levels of the establishment building, the interior is full of oriental décor and is dimly lit, creating a moody, intimate atmosphere. The menu is inspired by Cantonese cuisine and has an impressive selection of up to 80 dishes, so make sure you come with an empty stomach!
Address: 3 Bridge Lane, Sydney
Phone: (02) 9114 7317
Hours: Monday- Sunday 12 pm – 3 pm/ 5.30 pm – 11 pm
2. Queen Chow Manly
Another child of the Merivale family, Queen Chow has lucked out with its waterside location along the Manly Wharf. If you enjoy your seafood by the water, this is the perfect spot- think oysters, lobster, fish and of course, dim sum. We recommend the deep-fired ice cream if you have space left after your mains.
Address: 22-23 Manly Wharf Esplanade, Manly
Phone: (02) 9114 7341
Hours: Wed- Thursday 12 pm – 3 pm/ 5.30 pm – 9 pm, Friday- Saturday 12 pm – 10 pm, Sunday 12 pm – 3 pm.
3. Spice Temple
For one of the best Chinese restaurants celebrating China’s lesser-known regions, Spice Temple is the place. Spice Temple is an innovative fusion of modern Chinese and Australian set in a romantic underground restaurant. The menu is banquet-style and the food served up is of the finest quality.
Address: 10 Bligh Street, Sydney
Phone: (02) 8099 7088
Hours: Wednesday – Friday 12 pm – 3 pm, Tuesday – Thursday 6 pm – 9 pm, Friday 6 pm – 10 pm, Saturday 5.30 pm- 10 pm.
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4. The Dolar Shop Sydney
Nestled right in the thick of Haymarket’s 1909 dining precinct, The Dolar Shop specialises in hotpot and Chinese-Macanese cuisine. Hotpot is one of the most beloved ways of dining in Chinese culture, which means you have to give it a go. Expect prime meats paired with unique blends of sauces- delicious!
Address: Market City 1909 Dining Precinct, Level 3, 9-13 Hay Street, Haymarket
Phone: (02) 9281 2617
Hours: Sunday – Thursday 12 pm – 8.30 pm, Friday- Saturday 12 pm – 9 pm
5. Palace Chinese Restaurant
Serving up traditional and modern Cantonese cuisine in the heart of the Sydney CBD, Palace Chinese Restaurant is one of the best Chinese restaurants if you’re craving top of the line yum cha. The taste of the food and speedy service will have you feeling like you’re in the streets of Honk Kong.
Address: Shop 38, Level 1, Piccadilly Tower, 133/145 Castlereagh Street, Sydney
Phone: (02) 9283 6288
Hours: Tuesday – Friday 11 am- 3 pm/ 5 pm – 10 pm, Saturday- Sunday 9 am – 3pm/ 5 pm – 1- pm
6. XOPP
The new kid on the block and the little sister to Golden Century pays homage to their signature dish, XO Pippies. Located in the bustling Darling Quarter food precinct, XOPP also houses three private dining rooms as well as a bar that serves up smaller dishes and experimental snacks.
Address: The Darling Exchange, Mezzanine Level, Shop 31/ 1 Little Pier Street, Haymarket
Phone: (02) 8030 0000
Hours: Wednesday- Thursday 12 pm – 3 pm/ 5 pm – 10 pm, Friday – Sunday 12 pm – 3 pm/ 5 pm – 10 pm
7. Lotus Dumpling Bar
Lotus Dumpling Bar has you covered when the dumpling cravings hit. The restaurant has an open kitchen so you can watch on as the chefs create pure dumpling magic. Our favourite dishes are the crisp fried eggplant with honey and chilli and the pan-fried chicken and kimchi dumplings.
Address: Shop 3/16 Hickson Road, Dawes Point
Phone: (02) 9251 8328
Hours: Monday – Tuesday 5 pm – 8.30 pm, Wednesday – Thursday 5 pm – 9 pm, Friday- Saturday 12 pm – 3 pm/ 5 pm – 9 pm
8. China Lane
If you’re in the mood for a bit of glitz and glam, China Lane is a stylish establishment in the CBD with a delicious menu to match. Tucked away in a relaxed laneway setting, the menu seamlessly blends traditional Asian cuisine with contemporary techniques. Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
Address: 2 Angel Place, Sydney
Phone: (02) 9231 3939
Hours: Monday – Friday 12 pm – 3 pm/ 5.30 pm – late, Saturday 5.30 pm – late
9. Taste of Shunde
With two locations in Kogarah as well as Eastwood, Taste of Shunde is a no-fuss, authentic dining experience. The restaurant celebrates flavours from south-east China, offering a niche dining experience with dishes like roast goose and fried milk- don’t judge before you try!
Address: A16/5 Belgrave Street, Kogarah
Phone: (02) 8385 9720
Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 11.30 am – 3 pm, 5.30 pm – 10 pm
10. Marigold
Marigold is one of the oldest and best Chinese restaurants in Sydney. For unpretentious eats and plenty of variety, from classics like prawn dumplings and barbeque pork buns, you have to be quick as the trollies move fast. The space is huge and nurtures a warm, communal atmosphere.
Address: 4 683 George Street, Haymarket
Phone: (02) 9281 3388
Hours: Monday – Sunday 10 am – 3 pm/ 5.30 pm – 9.30 pm
11. New Shanghai Westfield Sydney
When the shopping has stirred up an appetite, New Shanghai is conveniently located just underneath Westfield to give you some sustenance to keep going. The interior exudes a 1930s Shanghainese street-style setting and the menu is full of authentic Chinese cuisine from the Shanghai region.
Address: Shop 1017-1020, 188 Pitt Street, Sydney
Phone: (02) 8386 8368
Hours: Sun- Monday 11 am – 7 pm, Tuesday 11 am – 7.30 pm, Wednesday – Saturday 11 am – 8 pm
12. Nanjing Dumpling
This hole-in-the-wall dumpling restaurant is one of the best Chinese restaurants in Sydney. The space is the epitome of no-fuss dining and seamlessly emulates the many dumpling huts that line the streets of China. Our favourite things to try are the shallot pancakes and the Nanjing dumpling, of course.
Address: 6 Little Hay Street, Haymarket
Phone: 0499 333 808
Hours: Monday – Sunday 7.30 am – 9.30 pm
13. Xi’an Eatery
Cheap eats that don’t hold back on flavour or portion size, Xi’an Eatery is one of Burwood’s shining stars. The streets of Burwood are filled with eateries from all different regions of China, but this one serves up food from China’s Shaanxi Province. Grab a huge bowl of noodles for just $12!
Address: 183D Burwood Road, Burwood
Phone: (02) 8056 4600
Hours: Monday – Sunday 11 am – 9.30 pm
14. Spicy Joint
Dive into the flavours of Sichuan at Spicy Joint in Haymarket. The space is sleek and the menu is vast. The portions here are also huge so make sure you arrive with an empty stomach. We recommend ordering a side of cold noodles with your mains, a fairly plain but delicious partner to the extravagant flavours of your main meal.
Address: 4 25-29 Dixon Street, Haymarket
Phone: (02) 9212 1777
Hours: Monday – Sunday 11.30 am – 2 pm/ 4.30 pm – 10 pm
15. ChongQing Street Noodle
A wildly popular noodle restaurant celebrating cuisine from the province that has given the restaurant its name. The most famous dish originating from this region is Xia Mian, which is a delicious single-dish noodle soup that is served here. The simple but tasty dish is a must-try if you stop by this restaurant.
Address: 31 Belmore Street, Burwood
Phone: 0499 365 111
Hours: Monday – Friday 11.30 am – 9 pm, Saturday – Sunday 11 am – 9.30 pm
16. China Diner
Offering a contemporary approach to Asian Dining, China Diner is a stylish dining experience with various locations across Sydney. The menu is a diverse celebration of the new-age Australian food scene. Each meal pairs perfectly with a beverage from the extensive wine, sake and cocktail list.
Address: 1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge
Phone: (02) 9067 6272
Hours: Monday 5 pm – late, Tuesday – Sunday 12 pm – late
17. Kiroran Silk Road Uyghur Restaurant
Not your typical Chinese restaurant, this Haymarket hole in the wall is the definition of niche Asian dining. The menu is full of flavours of the Uighur people- an ethically Turkic group of people living in far-west China. Come here for a hearty and warming meal- try the polo, which is rice stewed with lamb, pumpkins and onion.
Address: 3/6 Dixon Street, Haymarket
Phone: (02) 9267 8555
Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 12 pm – 9 pm
Kiroran Silk Road Uyghur Restaurant
18. Zhongyi Clay Pot Restaurant
You will hear the hot sizzling noises from across the street, which should be enough in itself to draw you in. The Cantonese style of cooking uses clay pots to cook fresh ingredients in a broth, that simmers and sizzles, hence the name ‘sizzling pot’ that gives to this style of cooking.
Address: 39-41 Goulburn Street, Haymarket
Phone: (02) 9281 8866
Hours: Monday – Sunday 12 pm – 10 pm
19. Hurstville Chinese Restaurant
This place is on the top of the list for one of the best Chinese restaurants providing the most authentic taste of Cantonese food. True no-thrills dining, the menu says it all. We can’t go past the extensive congee options, which pair perfectly with the duck feet with sweet chilli sauce- if you’re feeling adventurous!
Address: 184 Forest Road, Hurstville
Phone: (02) 9586 0828
Hours: Monday – Sunday 11 am – 3.30 pm/ 5.30 pm- 10 pm
20. Eaton Chinese Restaurant
Most of the diners here are Cantonese speakers, so you can see why this is an infamous spot to come if you want a taste of the most authentic dishes. In between the Chinese-Australian classics like sweet and sour pork expect some of the rarer dishes like the deep-fried pigeon.
Address: 313 Liverpool Street, Ashfield
Phone: (02) 9798 2332
Hours: Monday – Sunday 4 pm – 2 am
21. The Eight
Already a firm contender for one of the best yum cha restaurants in the CBD, this new restaurant is a huge space serving up delicious classics. The flavours at The Eight capture the very best of contemporary and classic Chinese dishes. The menu includes a banquet, a la carte and a dedicated dim sum menu.
Address: Level 3, Market City, 8-18 Hay Street, Haymarket
Phone: (02) 9281 0886
Hours: Monday – Friday 10 am – 3.30 pm/ 5.30 pm- 11 pm, Saturday- Sunday 9 am – 3.30 pm/ 5.30 pm – 11 pm
22. Yang Guo Fu Ma La Tang
A favourite amongst Burwood locals, Yang Guo Fu Ma La Tang is a Chinese restaurant with a twist. Here, you get to pick a bowl and grab whatever tickles your tastebuds. Make your meal as balanced, or not, as you desire- with plenty of greens, vegetables and types of noodles to choose from.
Address: Murray Place Arcade, 127-123 Burwood Road
Hours: Monday – Sunday 11 am- 9.30 pm
23. Beijing Impression Ashfield
If you’re a fan of duck, Beijing Impression in Ashfield is one of the best places to go. Their speciality is the Pecking duck- the restaurant uses a drying room so that the skin is perfectly crispy. They don’t stop here- with a plethora of traditional sides and other north-eastern Chinese specialities to try alongside your duck.
Address: 11-13 Hercules Street, Ashfield
Phone: 0413 735 979
Hours: Monday – Sunday 11 am – 2.30 pm/ 5 pm – 9.30 pm
24. Xi Xiang Feng Seafood Restaurant
A lively restaurant, to say the least, the Beverly Hills spot is known for its fresh-out-of-the-tank seafood. If you can speak Cantonese or Mandarin, you will be lucky enough to unlock some hidden menu options. If not, the staff will happily translate the extensive menu- make sure you prepare for a feast.
Address: 483- 485 King Georges Road, Beverly Hills
Phone: (02) 9585 1899
Hours: Monday- Sunday 5 pm – 1.30 am
Xi Xiang Feng Seafood Restaurant
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General FAQs
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