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Wonton House (Box Hill)

Seriously, come here for the Wonton and dry noodles and nothing else, as absolutely nothing else...Seriously, come here for the Wonton and dry noodles and nothing else, as absolutely nothing else seems up to scratch....

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Din Tai Fung

Predictably, the dumplings and buns at Din Tai Fung were the highlight of the meal, even...Predictably, the dumplings and buns at Din Tai Fung were the highlight of the meal, even though their menu offers a diverse range of options. Overall though, it...

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Shandong Mama (CBD)

It was overall a half decent Chinese restaurant that became famous for their unique rendition of...It was overall a half decent Chinese restaurant that became famous for their unique rendition of traditional dumplings. However their attempt can only be described as unspectacular at...

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Auntie’s Dumpling Restaurant

Unfortunately, it is very clear that the quality of these dumplings are not what they used...Unfortunately, it is very clear that the quality of these dumplings are not what they used to be. While nothing was bad, it's certainly a far cry from...

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Aagaman

It was a delightful evening, enjoyed in the setting of a classy Indian restaurant.While the execution...It was a delightful evening, enjoyed in the setting of a classy Indian restaurant.While the execution was not flawless, the majority of the dishes served tonight was highly...

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Spiral Beans

While initially being extremely sceptical of a modern Japanese restaurant that serves up organic, vegan and...While initially being extremely sceptical of a modern Japanese restaurant that serves up organic, vegan and vegetarian meals, I am very pleasantly surprised at how delightfully delicious the...

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Ikkoryu Fukuoka Ramen

Ikkoryu Fukuoka Ramen is definitely a welcome and fantastic addition to Melbourneโ€™s growing ramen scene. They...Ikkoryu Fukuoka Ramen is definitely a welcome and fantastic addition to Melbourneโ€™s growing ramen scene. They serve a mean ramen that closely resembles what youโ€™ll find in Japan.Although...

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Nevsky Russian Restaurant

Overall a rather unique experience to have in Melbourne. The dishes were flavoured perfectly and very...Overall a rather unique experience to have in Melbourne. The dishes were flavoured perfectly and very filling without being overly rich or heavy.Given that itโ€™s the only Russian...

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Is this the ultimate Malaysian feast in Doncaster? Is this the ultimate Malaysian feast in Doncaster? ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡พ
We hit up Ampang Tofu and went completely all out. If you are craving serious comfort food, this spread is exactly what you need to cure those cravings:
Har Mee: That rich, deeply savory prawn broth is an absolute must-try.
Lobak: Crispy, five-spice perfection.
Hainanese Chicken Rice: Silky, tender, and hits the spot every single time.
Curry Chicken Noodles: Warming, creamy, and packed with flavor.
And you always have to save room for dessert! We cooled down with an icy, sweet bowl of Cendol and crunched into the ultimate hot Banana Fritters. ๐Ÿง๐ŸŒ
๐Ÿ‘‡ Letโ€™s settle this: Which dish are you grabbing first? Drop your answer in the comments and tag the foodie friend you are bringing here!
The ultimate cure for a cold, rainy Melbourne wint The ultimate cure for a cold, rainy Melbourne winter night is bubbling right here in the CBD. ๐ŸŒง๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Cancel your flight to Seoulโ€”7 Star Pocha brings the authentic neon street vibes and serious comfort food straight to you.
Our winter survival kit:
๐Ÿฒ Seven Star Budaejjigae (Army Stew): Spicy, bubbling, soul-warming perfection.
๐Ÿ— Korean Fried Chicken: Dangerously crispy and strictly mandatory.
๐Ÿฅž Seafood Pancake: Loaded, with those perfectly golden, crunchy edges.
Send this to who youโ€™re dragging out of hibernation for your next K-food feast! ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฅข
๐Ÿ“ 7 Star Pocha, Melbourne CBD
Teleporting to Hong Kong for breakfast? Say less. Teleporting to Hong Kong for breakfast? Say less. โœˆ๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ฐ
If you're chasing that authentic cha chaan teng energy right in the middle of the Melbourne CBD, HK Cafe is the only move. Forget your standard sourdoughโ€”we are diving straight into this ridiculously thick, golden-fried French toast with that perfect slab of melting butter.
Wash it down with a proper, intensely silky HK milk tea, and youโ€™ll completely forget youโ€™re in Victoria. Elite tier comfort food only. ๐Ÿงˆ๐Ÿž๐Ÿง‹
๐Ÿ“ HK Cafe, Melbourne CBD
๐Ÿ‘‡ Tag the friend who owes you a brunch date!
If you're hunting for the most authentic Chinese f If you're hunting for the most authentic Chinese feast right in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, look no further. ๐Ÿฅข
Old Peking in QV is serving up the absolute real deal. You need to order:
๐Ÿฆ† Legendary Peking Duck
๐Ÿฅฉ Savory Stir-Fried Pork
๐Ÿฅฆ Wok-tossed Stir-Fried Cauliflower
๐Ÿš Smoky Fried Rice
Every single bite is a total flavor bomb. ๐Ÿ’ฅ
๐Ÿ‘‡ Tag the friend who owes you a dinner date in the comments below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
๐Ÿ“ Old Beijing, QV Melbourne
๐Ÿต Tag your matcha bestie! Your new favorite Melbou ๐Ÿต Tag your matcha bestie! Your new favorite Melbourne dessert spot is calling. ๐Ÿ‘‡
Nanaโ€™s Green Tea is the ultimate cozy escape. Think comforting matcha lattes and towering, authentic Japanese parfaits loaded with chewy mochi that will transport you straight to Kyoto. ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตโœจ Every bite is the perfect balance of earthy and sweet! ๐ŸคŒ
๐Ÿ“Œ Save this for your next dessert date & drop a ๐Ÿต below if you're a matcha addict!
๐Ÿ“ Nana's Green Tea, Melbourne
You just found your new comfort food obsession. ๐ŸฅŸโœจ You just found your new comfort food obsession. ๐ŸฅŸโœจ
If you need me, Iโ€™ll be at Hoppy Dumplings face-first in this spread. There is truly nothing better than:
Pan-fried dumplings with that perfect, golden crispy bottom.
Steaming bowls of wonton noodles that honestly feel like a warm hug. ๐Ÿœ
The ultimate cozy vibes and even better food.
๐Ÿ‘‡ Tag the friend who owes you a dumpling date!
Good coffee, good vibes, Good Mates. ๐Ÿซถ Come for th Good coffee, good vibes, Good Mates. ๐Ÿซถ Come for the brews, but stay for the thick, fluffy, house-made focaccia. You know you want a piece of this! ๐Ÿคค๐ŸŒฟ
Tucked away in West Melbourne, Kuru Cafe is a cosy Tucked away in West Melbourne, Kuru Cafe is a cosy, Japanese-styled hidden gemโ€”and yes, itโ€™s 100% dog-friendly! ๐Ÿถโœจ
The food was a solid, comforting meal, though it didn't completely blow me away. Here is the honest breakdown:
๐Ÿ› Curry Chicken Karaage: The highlight! Incredibly tender and full of flavor.
๐Ÿฑ Pork Katsu Teishoku: Flawlessly crispy batter, but the meat itself was just a bit too lean.
The Verdict: A lovely, aesthetic local spot for a quiet catch-up or a coffee date with your pup, even if itโ€™s not a total culinary game-changer.
๐Ÿ“ Kuru Cafe โ€“ West Melbourne
Brunch highs and brisket lows. ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿณ We dropped by Th Brunch highs and brisket lows. ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿณ We dropped by The Foodstore Cafe in Hawthorn East to see how their all-day menu stacks up. Read the full review over at penguineats.com! โ˜•๏ธ
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