Restaurant
Hochi Mama CBD
35 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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35 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Loud, dark, and set to 90s hip-hop beats, Hochi Mama turns Little Bourke Street into a high-octane Asian fusion feast. Melbourne crowds pack this dimly lit room for punchy plates and theatrical pours. Groups looking to skip the ordering debate lean into the Feed Me banquet—a stacked spread of roast duck wonton crisps, hochi chicken bao, whole barramundi, and rich lamb massaman curry. Cocktails arrive with a side of pyrotechnics, led by the flaming rum-and-coconut Up in Smoke. Fast-moving floor staff keep the pacing tight enough for pre-theatre dashes to Her Majesty's down the street, sending tables off with foil-wrapped takeaway boxes.
- 'Feed Me' Sharing Banquet: Curated set of small and large sharing plates that keeps group ordering simple and portions generous.
- Pumping Nightclub Energy: Dark, high-energy dining room driven by 90s hip-hop beats and prompt, attentive floor service.
- Theatrical Flaming Cocktails: Creative cocktail program highlighted by flaming serves like the rum-infused Up in Smoke.
What's On at Hochi Mama CBD
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Hochi Mama CBD
Discover why diners choose Hochi Mama CBD for milestone celebrations, vibrant nights out, and seamless pre-theatre dining.
Effortless Banquets for Group Milestones
The curated multi-dish banquet format takes the stress out of group ordering and leaves entire parties completely satisfied, with generous portions across starters, mains, and sides.
Since there were so many of us, we chose the “Feed Me” menu, which was great value for money as we got to try a bit of everything. Every dish that came out was flavoursome, tasty, and filling.
Myha San Celebration-Ready Hospitality
Warm hospitality and celebratory touches like birthday cakes with candles turn gatherings into memorable events where everyone feels looked after.
The highlight was the surprise birthday treat. They brought out a cake with a candle and even sang happy birthday. Such a thoughtful touch!
The Casavillas Prime East End Theatre Dining
Situated just around the corner from Her Majesty's, Princess, and Comedy Theatres, diners can count on swift table service and flexible bill splitting before showtime.
Great spot for dinner if you are heading to a show at one of the nearby Theatres (Her Majesty, Princess, Comedy etc), out on a date, with friends or out for a special occasion.
Angela Brown Rapid Pre-Show Turnaround
Speedy pacing ensures dishes land at the table within minutes, making early evening seatings seamless for theatregoers and busy evening schedules.
The food arrived within 5 to 10 minutes, which was incredible considering how packed the restaurant was.
Georgina M Nightclub-Inspired Dining Room Energy
A dark, nightclub-inspired room paired with upbeat background music sets an electric, high-energy mood that kicks off the evening in style.
The setting was a bit “night clubby” and dark or some will say atmospheric.
Clam Theatrical Tableside Flaming Cocktails
Signature cocktail serves feature show-stopping presentations, including drinks ignited tableside to elevate the sensory experience.
And don’t sleep on the cocktails - especially the Up in Smoke (it’s served on fire!)
Stelly
Most popular items
Customer favorites and sharing staples from the CBD kitchen
Feed Me Now Menu
We had the feed me now menu which is great value for money (2 small dishes, 2 large dishes, 1 side).
Mikaela Millan Roast Duck Wonton Crisps
The menu included hochi chicken bao, roast duck wonton crisp, lobster pani puri, sweet and sour pork, mama’s fried rice, and whole barramundi, with vegetable spring rolls on the side.
Myha San Lamb Massaman Curry
Every dish we had was delicious - but the Lamb Massaman Curry stole the show 🥘 the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and rich
Stelly Lobster Pani Puri
We had the eggplant, the coconut rice, the barramundi, the lobster pani puri and the roast duck wonton crisps.
Juliene Pudsey
Other favorites
Flamboyant cocktails and flavorful sides to complement your meal
Up in Smoke
And don’t sleep on the cocktails - especially the Up in Smoke (it’s served on fire!) 🔥
Stelly Pash & Dash
Cocktail - Pash & Dash was delicious & good size!
Angela Brown Roti w Satay Sauce
Roti w Satay Sauce
Stelly Coconut Rice
We had the eggplant, the coconut rice, the barramundi, the lobster pani puri and the roast duck wonton crisps.
Juliene Pudsey
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful gestures and theatrical moments that elevate dining at Hochi Mama CBD
Surprise Birthday Treat & Table Song
Staff bring out a surprise birthday dessert with a candle and lead a celebratory birthday song at the table for guests marking milestones.
Personalised Allergy-Marked Menu
Waiters provide bespoke intolerance support, reviewing dietary restrictions by hand-marking printed menus with crossed-out unsuitable dishes to guide choices safely.
Flaming Tableside Cocktail Presentation
Signature cocktail serves like the 'Up in Smoke' feature dramatic tableside pyrotechnics, brought to the diner alight with active open flame.
Dedicated Group Milestone Care & Takeaway Packaging
Servers actively offer to take commemorative group photos for large celebrations and coordinate doggy bags so tables easily take home generous banquet portions.
Before you head over
Essential tips on reservations, sharing banquets, and parking for your visit to Little Bourke Street.
Book in advance to secure your table
The dining room fills up very fast even early on weeknights and weekends. Reserve a table ahead of time, especially if you are coordinating a group feast or heading to a show.
Pace your ordering and take home leftovers
The structured Feed Me set menus deliver very generous portions across smalls, mains, and sides. Plan to share dishes and feel free to request takeaway doggy bags if you cannot finish.
Plan nearby parking before you arrive
Street parking along Little Bourke Street is limited and metered until 10pm. Consider nearby multi-level parking on Lonsdale Street or arriving via public transit for East End theatres.
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