Restaurant

Don't Tell Mama Shh Korean Restaurant

751-753 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

Recommended by 59 people

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Find Don't Tell Mama Shh Korean Restaurant

751-753 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Don't Tell Mama Shh Korean Restaurant

Tabletop burners flare with bubbling stews, crisp pajeon lands fast, and Doncaster locals pack the booths for serious group dining. This lively strip hangout runs on shared comfort. Families and large parties settle into spacious corner seating while simmering army stew or hot stone barbecue sizzles right in front of them. The kitchen turns out crackling soy-garlic fried chicken, tender beef bulgogi, and spicy sundubu jjigae that warms up the coldest Melbourne evenings. Staff navigate bustling aisles with ease—finding floor space for prams, keeping portable burners away from little hands, and setting down bowls of customary banchan before the meat hits the heat.

  • Live Tabletop Cooking: Portable burners and hot stones cook army stew and barbecue directly at the table for easy sharing.
  • Family-Ready Layouts: Staff readily rearrange tables to accommodate strollers safely away from active burners.
  • Comforting Korean Classics: Hearty sundubu jjigae and tender bulgogi provide warmth on chilly Melbourne nights without weekend surcharges.

What's On at Don't Tell Mama Shh Korean Restaurant

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Why Diners Choose Don't Tell Mama Shh Korean Restaurant

From tabletop grilling and baby-friendly seating to group sharing without weekend fees, here is why diners choose Don't Tell Mama.

  • Welcoming Group and Family Gatherings

    Spacious table arrangements and attentive group seating make the restaurant an easy choice for multi-person gatherings and family get-togethers.

    It was a great place for families or gatherings with friends.

    Evelyn Lee
  • Dedicated Space for Big Groups

    The dining room readily accommodates larger parties by arranging corner tables and dedicated space so guests dine comfortably together.

    The restaurant is large enough for big group dinning.

    Amin Taleyee
  • Thoughtful Pram Accommodations and Safety

    Staff proactively accommodate parents with strollers and adjust burner placements across the table to ensure safe, comfortable family meals.

    went out of their way to find us a place for the pram, and place the tabletop stoves away from the baby.

    Anastasia C
  • Transparent Pricing With No Weekend Surcharge

    Guests enjoy weekend dining without additional penalty fees alongside value-driven weekday specials and generous shareable portions.

    They dont charge a weekend surcharge, they have weekday meal deals.

    Y Kumar
  • Live Tabletop Hot Stone BBQ

    Interactive hot stone grilling brings dynamic cooking directly to the dining table, preparing specialties fresh in front of guests.

    We ordered hot stone bbq , which was live cooked on the table.

    britya sen
  • Interactive Tabletop Stove Simmering

    Dishes and communal stews are simmered right at the table on portable burners for an engaging, communal meal experience.

    All the food served almost immediately and cooked with portable stove laid on our table.

    Nicole Garcia

Other favorites

Traditional Korean drinks, seasoned rice, and complimentary side dishes

  • Seaweed Rice

    We ordered an extra seaweed rice and it was perfect for dinner.

    britya sen
  • Korean Traditional Rice Drink

    And the Korean traditional rice drink is another must try item.

    tsz ng
  • Corn Tea

    Best corn tea!

    Loz -
  • Korean Side Dishes

    Lots of typical delicious Korean side dishes will be served along your food.

    Amin Taleyee

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service touches and table gestures that elevate group and family dining.

  • Pram-Safe Tabletop Arrangements

    When guests bring babies, staff proactively reconfigure dining space to fit prams comfortably and position portable tabletop burners safely away from infants.

  • Tabletop Nurungji Demonstration

    Staff show guests dining traditions at the table, such as pouring boiling water into pots with crisped rice to prepare traditional roasted rice stew.

  • Milestone Birthday Celebrations

    The team helps dining groups mark special occasions by presenting cakes, playing celebration music, and joining in celebrations with candles lit.

  • Thoughtful Group Seating & Photos

    Servers actively accommodate group dynamics by allocating secluded corner spaces and willingly stepping in to take group photos.

Before you head over

Essential planning advice for group gatherings, family visits, and dining deals

  • Reserve in Advance for Large Groups

    Book your table ahead when organizing group dinners or celebrations to ensure dedicated spacious seating and tailored corner arrangements.

  • Request Safe Pram and Tabletop Placement

    When visiting with an infant or stroller, let staff know so they can arrange ample pram clearance and keep portable cooking burners safely separated.

  • Enjoy Weekend Dining Without Surcharges

    Take advantage of weekend dining without worrying about standard weekend surcharges, and ask about weekday lunch deals for value-focused meals.

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