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Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD, Melbourne, AU-VIC

Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

4.5
4.5
888 Reviews
$41 to $100
Asian
222 Exhibition St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which you
won’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience. We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Secret Kitchen is located strategically opposite Her Majesty's Theatre, also serving pre-theatre menus for your before show meal.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Cantonese, Dim Sum
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Dinner Reservations

    Multiple dates available
    Please be aware that you are booking for ala carte menu, not yum cha. Yum Cha is NOT available at dinner time. Yum Cha is only served during Lunch time only.
    Dinner Reservations Photo

What 888 people are saying

Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Most Booked

  • City Centre

    Great for brunch

  • City Centre

    Kid-friendly

  • City Centre

    Good for groups

  • City Centre

    Asian

  • City Centre

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Secret Kitchen in Chinatown, Melbourne CBD, is renowned for delivering "best in Melbourne" yum cha, consistently praised for "outstanding cuisine" and "attentive service." Diners enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing food" and friendly staff. While some note service speed, the restaurant remains a favorite for its authentic and diverse menu offerings.

888 Reviews
  1. Natalie

    Melbourne4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Super loud and hectic. Got rushed out the door and although we had spent a fortune I still felt hungry. Expensive for the portions and food quality. Would not recommend

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  2. Imogen

    Melbourne1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We were seated right at the front, which turned out to be a poor choice. Every tray that came by was empty, and we weren’t given many options. We had to ask for food instead of being asked, which took away from the whole yum cha experience. The ambiance was forgotten, and it felt more like a rushed ordering process than a relaxed meal. Prices have gone up, and the dumplings have shrunk in size. Not the experience I was hoping for.

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  3. francie

    Brisbane6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Hello, food was average and was warm when served. Initial waiter that told of us how to order, then abandoned us when another group arrived and flaunted himself over them. The wait staff that looked after us were very good. Gruff lady telling us to pay. Told to leave at 10PM on a Friday night as they were closing. Not offered desserts not tea and coffee.

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  4. Ian VIP

    Melbourne49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent and undoubtedly the best in Melbourne

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  5. Ian VIP

    Melbourne49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best in Melbourne and always exceptional quality food. Special thanks to Christine and staff for another memorable visit.

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  6. russell

    Melbourne20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great table Very quick. No hanging around permitted!

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  7. Natasha

    Melbourne11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Will come again! Really good yum cha range. Very efficient, great for pre-theatre option.

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  8. Ian VIP

    Melbourne49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent. Our weekly favourite. Best in Melbourne

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  9. Eunice

    Melbourne2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We been here couple of times with different of friends. This time we came back as couple. Food remain the same and the service was good.

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  10. Vicky VIP

    Los Angeles21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lobster is the best I ever tasted, desert and combo soup dish as well ,enjoy the very best cooking

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FAQs

Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD is rated 4.5 stars by 888 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Secret Kitchen - Chinatown - Melbourne CBD

222 Exhibition St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Cantonese, Dim Sum
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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