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Cosy and Tasty Dumpling Restaurant

488 Nepean Hwy, Frankston VIC 3199, Australia

Recommended by 35 people

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488 Nepean Hwy, Frankston VIC 3199, Australia

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+61 3 9783 6668
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cosy and Tasty Dumpling Restaurant

Handmade dumplings and wok-tossed noodles draw steady crowds to this bustling Nepean Highway spot in Frankston. Regulars swear by the silky wontons bathed in savoury chilli oil and the pan-fried pork dumplings with a crisp golden base. Beyond the classics, the kitchen folds scratch fillings like eggplant and sweet pepper alongside crowd favourites such as wok-charred Singapore noodles and salt and pepper squid. The dining room stays lively and seats quickly fill, with cold pints of Mornington Brewery on tap to balance the heat.

  • House-Made Dumplings: Folded fresh in-house, ranging from pan-fried pork to specialty fillings like eggplant and capsicum.
  • Local Craft Beer on Tap: Locals frequently pair spicy wontons and wok noodles with cold Mornington Brewery beer on tap.
  • Casual Group Feasts: Tables turn quickly for comforting, share-friendly spreads of Singapore noodles, laksa, and squid.
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Why Diners Choose Cosy and Tasty Dumpling Restaurant

Fresh house-made dumplings, family-friendly dining, and uplifting hospitality on Nepean Highway.

  • Handmade Specialty Dumplings

    The kitchen specializes in house-crafted dumplings folded on site, including distinctive vegetarian fillings alongside traditional meat recipes.

    Great home made dumplings their speciality.

    Bill Rogan

  • Flavour-Packed Wontons and Rich Broths

    Diners can pair classic dumplings with silky chilli oil wontons and rich, aromatic laksa broths designed for cold weather.

    The wontons were silky smooth and swimming in this incredible, flavour-packed chilli oil that had the perfect amount of kick without blowing your head off.

    Chris Irwin

  • Family-Friendly Dining with Tap Beer

    The casual, clean dining room accommodates family tables with crowd-pleasing noodle and dumpling dishes paired with draft beer on tap.

    $109 for a family to eat including an on tap beer and some soft drinks.

    Rachael Hallett

  • Seamless Large Group Accommodations

    Expanded dining areas and prompt kitchen pacing ensure group bookings sit together and receive hot dishes simultaneously.

    Have had a larger booking and they had no trouble fitting us all in comfortably and everyone’s food came out together!

    Piper

  • Warm Hospitality During Peak Rush

    Floor staff maintain attentive, cheerful hospitality even when the dining room is operating at full capacity.

    The restaurant was pumping for a busy dinner service, but Johnson was super attentive, had a massive smile on his face the whole time, and genuinely went out of his way to make sure we were looked after.

    Simon Lee

  • Comforting, Flavour-Forward Satisfaction

    Dishes arrive piping hot and packed with bold seasoning, leaving guests and multi-generational diners genuinely comforted.

    The food was fresh and was exploding with flavour.

    Benjamin Cerros

Customer favourites and signature dishes from our kitchen

  • Nasi Goreng

    highly recommend the grilled pork dumplings and the Nasi Goreng

    Simon Lee

  • Singapore Noodles

    the Singapore noodles were fantastic. I’ll 100% be getting them again.

    Rachael Hallett

  • Eggplant and Sweet Pepper Dumplings

    Eggplant and Sweet Pepper Dumplings for mains. Considering the joint was packed our food came reasonably quick and was absolutely delicious!

    Andrew Mckenzie

  • Salt and Pepper Squid

    Our favorite dish for the night was the salt and pepper squid. Holy heck was is good, fresh, light, perfectly battered and crispy.

    Stephanie Whitworth

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to book a table in advance?

Booking ahead is strongly recommended, especially for Friday and weekend dinners or busy weeknights, as tables fill up quickly and walk-ins may face wait times or limited table availability.

Are there vegetarian dumpling options?

Alongside pork and beef dumplings, the restaurant offers vegetarian varieties such as pan-fried eggplant and sweet pepper (capsicum) dumplings.

Is beer available on tap?

Yes, the drinks menu includes beer on tap—such as local Mornington Brewery—as well as wine and soft drinks.

What is the parking situation like?

Free street parking is available along the area, though finding a spot directly outside on Nepean Highway can occasionally be tight during peak times.

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