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Pearl Garden Restaurant

36 Main St, Upwey VIC 3158, Australia

Recommended by 56 people

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36 Main St, Upwey VIC 3158, Australia

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+61 3 9754 6684
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pearl Garden Restaurant

An Upwey fixture for decades, Pearl Garden delivers classic Chinese-Australian dining preserved with total family conviction. Generations of regulars head here for big, nostalgic feasts centered on sizzling Mongolian beef, oversized spring rolls, and house-made dimmies. Service carries old-school touches that rarely survive anymore—warm towels landed between courses and a complimentary glass of port to round out dinner.

  • Unchanged heritage recipes: Generations of diners return for decades-old family recipes, from sizzling Mongolian beef to crispy plum chicken and birds nest dishes.
  • Traditional table hospitality: Tables are treated to thoughtful classic touches, including warm cloths between courses and a complimentary pour of port at the end.
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Why Dinners at Pearl Garden Endure Across Generations

Decades of unchanged culinary heritage, comforting hospitality rituals, and memorable family dining in Upwey.

  • Time-Honored Multi-Generational Recipes

    Original heritage recipes have been preserved across family generations for decades without alteration, offering consistent taste.

    their recipes have been handed down to the current family members that are running it and haven't changed

    Paul Strahan

  • Unwavering Menu Consistency

    Longtime patrons rely on an unchanging menu of classic dishes across decades of visits.

    the menu has never changed, which is great because I always get the same thing and don't know what I'd do if they got rid of it!!

    Rebecca Hopkins

  • Thoughtful Birthday Hospitality

    Staff go the extra mile to personalize impromptu birthdays and celebrations with thoughtful touches.

    the lovely owners there sang him 'Happy Birthday' and popped up with a surprise ice-cream and sparkler.

    Louisa Ennis

  • Warm Atmosphere for Family Dinners

    The restaurant provides an accommodating and festive setting where multi-generational family groups dine comfortably together.

    The whole family had a great time and experience.

    Jye Colacino

  • Genuine Family-Run Warmth

    Attentive, personable team members create an inviting and heartwarming atmosphere immediately upon entry.

    The fantastic service makes you feel welcome the moment you walk through the door, and you can really feel the wonderful, family-run vibe.

    Henry Askew

  • Classic Table Service Rituals

    Traditional dining amenities such as hot hand towels and complimentary after-dinner port elevate the guest experience.

    The little extras like a complementary shot of port, and the hot towel to wipe your hands make this restaurant just that bit special

    mike parry

Beloved heritage Chinese-Australian classics perfected over decades

  • Mongolian Beef

    Mongolian beef was generous on beef plenty of veggies, well cooked fabulous taste.

    Brett Cummins

  • Dim Sims

    these dimmies were sensational

    Vandergoogles

  • Honey Chicken

    Honey chicken was excellent fresh prawns (10) thin coating and a huge amount of honey -recommended

    david lucas

  • Roast Duck with Pineapple

    Their Roast Duck with Pineapple is the best duck around, and the pineapple makes it sweet and amazing.

    Jared Rawlins

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality rituals and celebratory gestures that set dining apart

  • Warm Table Cloths Between Courses

    Guests are offered warm towels and cloths between courses to refresh their hands at the table.

  • Complimentary Port to Finish

    Dinners conclude with an attentive complimentary pour of port to cap off the meal.

  • Birthday Sparklers and Celebratory Treats

    Staff and owners celebrate guests' birthdays with an impromptu song and a surprise ice cream dish with a sparkler.

  • Table-Poured Drink Service

    Table service includes drinks personally offered and poured for guests throughout dining.

Before you head over

Essential planning tips on accessibility, portions, and reservations for your visit.

  • Prepare for Generous Portions

    Portion sizes, especially across banquets and oversized homemade spring rolls, are notably substantial—plan ahead or bring an appetite to take leftovers home.

  • Parking and Step Access

    A dedicated disabled parking spot is located outside the entrance, though note there is one step required to enter the main dining area.

  • Book Ahead for Dining In

    Takeaway traffic can get very busy and the venue is a local staple for celebrations, so making a table reservation in advance is recommended.

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