Restaurant
Benyue Kitchen
365 Buckley St, Aberfeldie VIC 3040, Australia
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365 Buckley St, Aberfeldie VIC 3040, Australia
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Book NowAbout Benyue Kitchen
Four veteran chefs from St Kilda’s bygone Lau’s Family Kitchen quietly relocated their craft—and the original dining tables—to suburban Aberfeldie. What lands on them is classic Cantonese cooking without shortcuts: steaming lamb spring rolls, crisp roast duck, and beef flat rice noodles seared with proper wok hei. Longtime regulars make the cross-town drive for the seafood alone, chasing Queensland Urangan king prawns sizzling in garlic butter, a milky crab meat omelette, and tender soy poussin resting in citrus broth.
- St. Kilda Culinary Pedigree: Four veteran chefs from the former Lau’s Family Kitchen relocated to Aberfeldie, bringing their classic Cantonese techniques and even the original dining furniture.
- High-Heat Wok & Generous Seafood: Standout plates include stir-fried beef flat rice noodles with distinct wok char, garlic butter Queensland king prawns, and fluffy crab meat omelettes.
- Signature Soy Poussin: A house signature poultry order poached gently in soy sauce and served over a fragrant, citrus-infused soy broth.
- Decadent Truffle Fried Rice: A rich, generous rice course packed with aromatic truffle, barbecue pork, and plump prawns.
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Why Diners Choose Benyue Kitchen
From masterclass wok hei and generous seafood to legendary culinary lineage, experience why guests travel across Melbourne—reserve your table today.
Masterful High-Heat Wok Execution
Every wok-tossed specialty achieves authentic Cantonese wok hei, browning noodles and beef evenly while preserving tender textures.
the high heat wok gave the beef and noodles a nice browning, showcasing the essence of this dish perfectly.
Ryan Z Generous, Seafood-Forward Focus
Dishes prioritize pristine seafood prepared to order with generous ratios, from delicate crab meat omelettes to succulent king prawns.
Very generous ratio of seafood to surrounding elements.
Mel B Destination Dining Worth the Journey
Diners willingly cross Melbourne to Aberfeldie to reunite with the revered culinary craft and lineage of Lau's Family Kitchen.
Okay .. it’s a lot further to drive however it is definitely worth it to enjoy their fabulous refined and flavoursome cuisine.
Morgan Suburban Haven for Gourmet Home Cooking
Tucked into a welcoming suburban street, it provides high-caliber Cantonese cooking that regularly pulls guests from out of area.
Will be driving out 20 mins for gourmet home cooking again!
Mel B Down-to-Earth Hospitality
Attentive, approachable hospitality ensures guests feel welcomed whether stopping by for a casual supper or an indulgent multi-course feast.
Expect down-to-earth service and unpretentious food here.
Nikki Shared Banquets That Bring Groups Back
The dining room is tailored for communal feasting, delivering satisfying plates that leave entire tables eager to schedule their next visit.
My friends and I finished all dishes and can’t wait to come back again.
Catrina Xiao
Most popular items
Refined Cantonese staples and seafood specialties prepared with high wok heat and exacting technique.
Crab Meat Omelette
The omelette with crab meat is so special and milky.
Catrina Xiao Soy Poussin
The standout dish of the evening was the Soy Poussin. It was poached to perfection in soy sauce and, in my opinion, unrivaled in Melbourne.
Ryan Z Queensland Urangan U20 King Prawns with Butter & Garlic Sauce
Queensland Urangan U20 King Prawns with Butter & Garlic Sauce was outstanding!
Morgan Stir-Fried Flat Rice Noodles with Beef
the high heat wok gave the beef and noodles a nice browning, showcasing the essence of this dish perfectly.
Ryan Z
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the standout dishes to order?
Diners frequently highlight seafood and specialty mains, including the silky crab egg omelette, soy poussin, Urangan U20 king prawns with butter and garlic sauce, crispy roast duck, and truffle fried rice.
Is Benyue Kitchen connected to Lau's Family Kitchen?
Benyue Kitchen is helmed by longtime chefs from Lau's Family Kitchen—Yip Wu, Tang Au-Yueng, Xing You He, and Qiang Wu—who relocated their culinary team along with the former St. Kilda restaurant's tables, chairs, and cutlery to Aberfeldie.
What is the dining pace and service like?
Diners note that dining early, such as booking for 5:30pm, ensures food arrives without a long wait alongside attentive, hospitable service. Both lunch and dinner service are offered.
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