Restaurant
Seng Hing Gourmet
1 Derby Rd, Caulfield East VIC 3145, Australia
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1 Derby Rd, Caulfield East VIC 3145, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout Seng Hing Gourmet
Generations of Monash students and nostalgic regulars fill Seng Hing Gourmet for unpretentious, fast-paced Cantonese comfort. The room carries the no-frills hum of an old-school Hong Kong diner, moving hearty plates from the wok at student-friendly prices. Regulars zero in on item A1—the deep-fried spicy pork chops over steamed rice, tossed with spring onion and paired with house crispy chili oil. For something distinct, roast duck arrives blanketed in Cantonese-style soft scrambled eggs over rice.
- Signature A1 Spicy Pork Chops: Crispy seasoned pork chops over steamed rice, tossed with spring onion and chili and served alongside homemade crispy chili oil.
- Roast Duck with Scrambled Egg: Tender roast duck served over rice topped with velvety Cantonese scrambled eggs.
- Decades-Long Monash Institution: Serving hearty, budget-friendly Cantonese staples near Monash University for over two decades without changing its core recipes.
What's On at Seng Hing Gourmet
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Seng Hing Gourmet
Why Caulfield locals, Monash students, and returning regulars choose Seng Hing Gourmet
Generous, Affordable Meals for Busy Days
Generous, fast portions keep Caulfield diners and university students well fed on a budget without sacrificing taste.
cheap, filling, and still so delicious
Jessica C Signature Spicy Pork Chop Rice (A1)
Crispy, juicy salt and pepper pork chops paired with house-made chili oil make item A1 an enduring favorite.
I ordered the deep fried spicy pork chop on rice paired with their homemade chilli sauce, it was so good and the pork was so juicy.
Bailey KK Decades of Consistently Authentic Flavors
Long-time patrons and returning students find the classic flavors completely unchanged even after decades.
The food hasn’t changed in the past 10 years. Best Cantonese restaurant in Melbourne.
Annie Sun Distinctive Duck with Scrambled Egg Rice
The house specialty pairing tender roast duck with soft, velvety scrambled egg over rice offers a standout combination rarely found elsewhere.
The Duck with scrambled eggs on rice is a whole new level and you won’t find this dish anywhere else.
Akash Devasar Comfort Food That Warms Body and Heart
Comforting home-style cooking and hospitable staff deliver a warm dining experience that satisfies in every way.
It’s super cozy and will fill both your stomach & heart !
Shaina Tauro Nostalgic Haunt for Returning Patrons
Revisiting Seng Hing brings back cherished memories for former students returning with their own families.
came back after 12 yrs away with my kids just to have dinner at Seng Hing. Food is as good as I remembered it to be
K.L C
Most popular items
Signature Cantonese classics and student favorites perfected over decades
Deep Fried Spicy Pork Chop On Rice
Deep Fried Spicy Pork Chop On Rice / 椒盐排骨饭 / A1 even after they move to Caufield.
Chandra TAN Sweet and Sour Pork
I love the sweet and sour pork here. Very tasty and the service was great here
H W Duck with Scrambled Egg on Rice
The Duck with scrambled eggs on rice is a whole new level and you won’t find this dish anywhere else. A MUST try.
Akash Devasar Chicken and Salted Fish Fried Rice
Chicken and salted fish fried rice is excellent. Grains are fluffy and separate, full of smokiness / wok hei, seasoned perfectly with good pockets of umami with the salted fish.
E L
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most popular dishes to order?
The signature order is the deep-fried spicy pork chop on rice (item A1), often paired with house-made chili sauce or chili oil. Other frequent favorites include duck with scrambled egg over rice, sweet and sour pork, and beef brisket curry hotpot.
How large are the portion sizes?
Yes, portions are notably large and hearty, offering filling meals at student-friendly, affordable prices.
Is there enough space for groups or gatherings?
Yes, the restaurant has more room than it appears from the street, offering dining space upstairs and enough room to host casual gatherings and birthday parties.
Is the restaurant open late?
The restaurant stays open late until 10:00 PM nightly, operating lunch and dinner split shifts on weekdays and opening for weekend dinner service.
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