Relaxed restaurant with an Asian-inspired menu & local art exhibits above a cocktail bar with DJs.
At a glance
#8 of 9 Asian restaurants in Melbourne #11 of 19 Thai restaurants in MelbourneLocalGuideWorld score: 4.20
Rating breakdown
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5 ★60%
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4 ★20%
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3 ★9%
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2 ★5%
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1 ★6%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Chin Chin?
- Chin Chin is rated 4.2 out of 5 based on 7,006 reviews.
- How does Chin Chin rank in Melbourne?
- Chin Chin is #8 of 9 Asian restaurants in Melbourne by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Chin Chin located?
- 125 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia — 0.5 km from the center of Melbourne.
- How can I contact Chin Chin?
- Phone: +61 3 8663 2000 · Website: chinchinrestaurant.com.au
The food here was delicious, but the overall experience was ruined by the ridiculously loud music. My Apple Watch was sending me noise alert warnings for dangerous noise levels. That means more than 90dec. We were a group of 10 and had the Chef Banquet, food was tasty, but you couldn’t have a conversation with anyone other than the person next to you. Won’t go back for that reason.
Inventive Asian food with a strong Thai slant. Interesting blend of Asian tastes with western cooking techniques. Would recommend the King Fish and Twice Cooked Short Rib. The crab omelette was of good standard although the introduction of a salad made it interesting.
Service was attentive and not intrusive. Energetic vibe that allows for conversation and a casual date.
Service was attentive and not intrusive. Energetic vibe that allows for conversation and a casual date.
We wanted to check out this place, judging off reviews and social media, seemed like a great asian fusion place. The food was good, nothing amazing apart from the Kingfish Sashimi and the Pad See Ew. Before dining, I read some reviews complaining about how loud the restaurant gets, the reviews weren’t lying. The music was so loud, which made other patrons speak even louder, not allowing me to hear any of my friends despite sitting right next to each other. For the price of the food (we wanted to spoil ourselves with a nice banquet), I don’t think it’s worth. The service was amazing though, just a shame that the loud dining room, mid-tier food (for so expensive) ruined the dining experience. I do hope the restaurant does start to read the customers reviews about the loud background music and reduce it a little.
Two of our friends recommend this restaurant (one from the US and one who lives here in Melbourne). We are visiting Melbourne for the first time so couldn’t pass it up. It was great. We stopped by for lunch.
We had three “little something’s” and one of the stir fry, rice and noodles . I took pictures but only after we ate half of each of the three entrees. We were starving so my apologies for the bad photos. They were all great (corn fritters , tuna and king fisher). The corn fritters were our favorite.
The pad Thai was very good but was too much for us with the other three dishes for lunch. We think we that four of the little something’s would have been enough. We are not big people… to provide some context .
We highly recommend this restaurant if you like Asian food .
We had three “little something’s” and one of the stir fry, rice and noodles . I took pictures but only after we ate half of each of the three entrees. We were starving so my apologies for the bad photos. They were all great (corn fritters , tuna and king fisher). The corn fritters were our favorite.
The pad Thai was very good but was too much for us with the other three dishes for lunch. We think we that four of the little something’s would have been enough. We are not big people… to provide some context .
We highly recommend this restaurant if you like Asian food .
Lovely food. service was amazing, special attention to dietary requirements was nice to see. vibes were energetic and fun. music was a touch too loud and the tables were too close together, prefer a bit more space. the food fit the price as it was excellent but also expensive. the cocktail one of us got was too sweet despite the menu not saying it was sweet. and the toilets were a mess.
First I’ll start by saying the service was stellar. Very attentive wait staff and well informed. The food was really good my only feedback would be to keep dessert as two separate servings rather than the one to share for the banquets. Not every banquet meal for two is a romantic one. And lastly although the atmosphere was very upbeat, the tables were too close to each other and the music a tad loud which made it a challenge to hear your dinner guest from across the table.
This is a place that a lot of people recommend and this was my first time there!
I was actually amazed by most of the dishes, the cocktails were amazing! A lot of Asian fusion and great dishes to choose from.
But there were a few dishes that didn't meet the quota in my opinion. The Pad Thai could have had more flavour. I would still recommend this place to anyone 🫶🏼
I was actually amazed by most of the dishes, the cocktails were amazing! A lot of Asian fusion and great dishes to choose from.
But there were a few dishes that didn't meet the quota in my opinion. The Pad Thai could have had more flavour. I would still recommend this place to anyone 🫶🏼
The minute I walked into Chin Chin on Flinders Lane, the energy hit me. It was electric! The music pulsed, the staff buzzed around like friendly bees, and the air thrummed with excited chatter. I snagged a spot at the bar, mesmerized by the bartenders juggling colorful ingredients, and immediately ordered a lychee martini – strong, sweet, and the perfect way to kick things off.
The menu was like a flavor explosion. Everything sounded so good, it was hard to choose. Luckily, my neighbor was a local and raved about the "feed me" option, a chef's selection of shared plates. So, I took the plunge, and let me tell you, it was a flavor adventure! We devoured spicy green curry, melt-in-your-mouth dumplings, and some of the most incredible crispy pork belly I've ever tasted. Each dish was a revelation, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy.
Chin Chin isn't just about the food, though. It's an experience. The atmosphere is infectious, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the food is simply outstanding. It's the kind of place that leaves you wanting more, with a lingering taste of deliciousness and a smile on your face. If you're looking for a vibrant, exciting, and utterly delicious meal in Melbourne, Chin Chin is a must-try. Just be prepared to wait – the place is always packed!
The menu was like a flavor explosion. Everything sounded so good, it was hard to choose. Luckily, my neighbor was a local and raved about the "feed me" option, a chef's selection of shared plates. So, I took the plunge, and let me tell you, it was a flavor adventure! We devoured spicy green curry, melt-in-your-mouth dumplings, and some of the most incredible crispy pork belly I've ever tasted. Each dish was a revelation, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy.
Chin Chin isn't just about the food, though. It's an experience. The atmosphere is infectious, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the food is simply outstanding. It's the kind of place that leaves you wanting more, with a lingering taste of deliciousness and a smile on your face. If you're looking for a vibrant, exciting, and utterly delicious meal in Melbourne, Chin Chin is a must-try. Just be prepared to wait – the place is always packed!
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