HuTong Dumpling Bar – CBD & Prahran
A cult favourite for a reason. HuTong’s signature xiao long bao (soup dumplings) are rich, juicy, and expertly folded. Their pan-fried pork dumplings and chilli wontons are also must-tries.
📍 14–16 Market Lane, Melbourne | hutong.com.au
Pro tip: Ask for extra black vinegar and ginger for your xiao long bao.
Shanghai Street – Budget-Friendly & Legendary
This no-frills dumpling house delivers on authentic flavours and great value. Their pork and chive dumplings and fried beef dumplings are crowd-pleasers. Expect a queue—but it moves fast.
📍 146 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne (and multiple locations)
Din Tai Fung – Dumpling Royalty
Known worldwide for their precise dumpling folding and consistent quality, Din Tai Fung’s Melbourne location offers tried-and-tested xiao long bao, shrimp dumplings, and gyoza. A great option for group dining.
📍 Emporium Melbourne, 287 Lonsdale Street
Thy Thy 2 – Vietnamese Dumplings on Victoria Street
Located in the heart of Victoria Street in Richmond, Thy Thy 2 offers Vietnamese classics including bánh bột lọc (tapioca shrimp dumplings) and steamed pork dumplings. The flavour is bold, fresh, and uniquely Vietnamese.
📍 264 Victoria Street, Richmond
Oriental Teahouse – Dumplings with a Twist
Offering creative takes like wagyu beef dumplings with Sichuan sauce and prawn and chive spring rolls, Oriental Teahouse delivers dumplings with style. Pair them with tea-infused cocktails for the full experience.
📍 455 Chapel Street, South Yarra | orientalteahouse.com.au
Supernormal – Upscale Asian Fusion
Supernormal’s prawn and chicken dumplings in chilli and vinegar sauce are beloved for a reason. The menu is Asian-inspired with a Melbourne twist—expect elegant plating and bold flavour combinations.
📍 180 Flinders Lane, Melbourne | supernormal.net.au
Honourable Mentions
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ShanDong MaMa – Legendary mackerel dumplings (MidCity Arcade)
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Gold Leaf – Dim sum heaven (multiple locations)
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New Shanghai – Dumpling platters in a luxe setting (Emporium)
Otao Kitchen – Make Your Own Dumplings
Want to go beyond just eating dumplings? At Otao Kitchen, you can learn to make your own! Our Dumpling Party classes in Abbotsford are a fun, hands-on way to explore Chinese, Japanese, and Southeast Asian dumplings.
Whether you're organising a team-building activity, hens party, or foodie date night, our dumpling classes are guaranteed to satisfy.
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“There’s something special about folding dumplings by hand, sharing stories, and eating what you’ve made together.” – Chef Ha Nguyen
Experience Dumplings Differently with Otao Kitchen
Eating dumplings is great. Making them is even better. At Otao Kitchen, our dumpling classes let you:
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Learn classic folds and fillings
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Master dipping sauces and wrappers
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Enjoy a dumpling feast you made yourself
Perfect for:
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Birthday celebrations
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Corporate team building
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Hens nights or foodie dates
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Family bonding and cultural exploration
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Final Word: Melbourne Loves Dumplings—and So Should You
From traditional Chinese soup dumplings to innovative fusion bites, Melbourne is one of the best cities in the world for dumpling lovers. So grab your chopsticks (or your hands), bring a friend, and dive into the city’s tastiest parcels of joy—or better yet, learn to make them at Otao Kitchen and become your own dumpling master.