Shu Restaurant

Name: Shu Restaurant
Address: 147 Johnston St, Collingwood, AU-VIC, Australia, 3066
Telephone: (03) 9090 7878
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (508)

$41 to $100

Asian

147 Johnston St, Collingwood, AU-VIC 3066

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2 people

Jun 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Vegan-friendly
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Welcome to Shu, once the name of Sichuan province, southwest China, now home of innovative plant-based cooking in Collingwood, Melbourne

Currently we are offering a 10 course vegan degustation. Inspired by Sichuan cuisine, this plant based set menu is all about innovated Chinese cuisine, embracing the healthy plant eating and showcasing seasonal local Victorian produce. From raw and chilled appetisers to fiery but mouthwatering authentic Sichuan flavours of the street food to complimenting premium wines and cocktails, Shu takes you on an adventurous journey of modern Chinese cooking.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Asian, Chinese, Vegan
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(03) 9090 7878
Website
http://www.shurestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
147 Johnston St, Collingwood, AU-VIC 3066
Neighborhood
Collingwood
Cross street
Corner of Palmer Lane and Johnston street
Parking details
Free Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

2025 New 10 Course Degustation
A$95.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Shu's 10 course vegan degustation has been a house signature since 2015. Inspired by China's southwest Sichuan cuisine, Shu presents a modern Chinese dining experience with his hometown flavours using only seasonal and local produce. Starting with plant oyster dish celebrating tofu, and a hand crafted pot plant, this set menu takes diners through multiple courses and showcases various cooking methods, flavours and textures. It is designed for the curious palettes and adventurous minds. Please allow 2 hours for this experience. Available every night when open.
A night with XiaoPu wine dinner pop up
A$65.00 per person
Prepaid
Jun 5, 2025 - Jun 6, 2025
Two nights only: 5 quintessential Chinese courses, 5 eclectic paired Chinese wines Shu is so pleased and proud to present the two nights only pop up wine dinner party where he will be cooking the classics with refined autumn produce, expecting Mapo tofu with truffle oil, stir fried shitake meat strips in Yuxiang flavours, red braised wild mushrooms. It will be a smoking hot kitchen just like his grandmother’s but accompanied by refined wines from small batch from his hometown China. Translated as little garden, Xiao Pu’s simplicity and authenticity is quietly but brilliantly blossoming. The winemaker from Northwest of Ningxia has a consistent philosophy of minimal intervention, limited adjustments.
CHEF'S CHOICE 5 COURSE
A$65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
For only $65 pp, indulge yourself on a casual dining style of Shu's choice of 5 course menu and sample some of the best flavours the house has to offer. From the signature pot plant dish to fancy Lion's mane steak, this is a compact set menu spills all the magic Shu has created.

What 508 people are saying

Shu Restaurant 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

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Melbourne
Innovative
Melbourne
Healthy
Melbourne
Good for special occasions
Melbourne
Vegetarian-friendly
Melbourne
Asian
Inner City North
Great for brunch
Inner City North
Innovative
Inner City North
Healthy
Inner City North
Good for special occasions
Inner City North
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Shu Restaurant offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious and creative food." Patrons rave about the "amazing atmosphere" and "exceptional service." The vegan degustation menu is a highlight, praised for its "beautifully presented" dishes and "unforgettable flavors." With a "funky ambiance," Shu is perfect for special occasions or vegan fine dining.

508 Reviews

K
Katie
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second Mothers Day at Shu and equally amazing. Good fab. Shu charming. Total spoiling. Had the degustation … phew.. bc wouldn’t want to have to choose from the menu. All delicious. Thank you Shu @ Shu, we will be back
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Chloe
Adelaide1 review
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious and creative food. Would come back again!
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K
Kevin
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Shu is a delightful experience every time we're there. The food is just amazing, and the staff are always professional and friendly.
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Nicla
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great menu for unlimited yumcha, everything lovely as usual: good service, unique ambience, fair price.
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Henry
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love SHU. I have been there for the degustation menu and this last Saturday a group of 7 of us went for the bottomless Yum Cha. The food was delicious, some more than others, with each of us having our favourites which we reordered a number of times. The service was prompt and unobtrusive. If you want vegan fine dining with a funky ambiance this is the place.
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James
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such amazing flavours. Perfect amount over 10 courses. Time to enjoy the flavours between courses. Friendly service. A wonderful experience every time we dine here.
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Ross
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best vegetarian/vegan restaurant in Victoria by far.
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Ken
Melbourne11 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is both a sensation on the eyes and in the mouth. It looks beautiful and is presented so creatively. Each ingredient on the plate is there for a purpose and each complements the other. The staff are friendly and know the food well.
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Richardb
Los Angeles8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great restaurant, the degustation menu was fantastic. Great service well worth a visit
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Isabel
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good experience, delicious food and vibrant atmosphere.
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Shu Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 508 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

147 Johnston St, Collingwood, AU-VIC 3066

Additional information

Cross street
Corner of Palmer Lane and Johnston street
Neighborhood
Collingwood
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Asian, Chinese, Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.shurestaurant.com/
Phone number
(03) 9090 7878

Shu Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

2025 New 10 Course Degustation

A night with XiaoPu wine dinner pop up

CHEF'S CHOICE 5 COURSE

Menu

What 508 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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