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Shanghai Village

112 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 39 people

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112 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 432 826 862
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Shanghai Village

Pure Little Bourke Street hustle—where plates of pork dumplings land on the table within minutes of submitting your phone order. Regulars know the routine: grab drinks from the nearby bottlo, climb the stairs, and settle in for a raucous, budget feast. The kitchen moves at breakneck speed, churning out heaps of wok-tossed fried rice and bowls of spicy wontons. Pair them with the add-on chilli oil, a savory staple that pulls the whole meal together.

  • Lightning kitchen turnaround: Plates of steamed and fried dumplings hit the table moments after placing an order via QR code.
  • BYO-friendly dining: Tables often fill with groups bringing their own beer and wine for a small per-person corkage fee.
  • Budget-minded feasts: Generous plates of pork dumplings, wontons, and fried rice keep bills exceptionally low.
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What's On at Shanghai Village

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Choose Shanghai Village

Why Melbourne diners choose Shanghai Village for speedy, budget-friendly dumpling feasts and lively BYO gatherings.

  • Massive Portions of Dumplings at Rock-Bottom Prices

    Patrons receive huge portions of freshly made dumplings and traditional dishes at rock-bottom prices, feeding groups thoroughly on minimal budgets.

    Supe crazy cheap, especially for Melbourne.

    We Drink Eat Travel

  • Seamless Tabletop QR Ordering

    Self-service QR ordering at tables allows meals and sides to be submitted effortlessly without waiting for waitstaff.

    Order by QR code but pay at the counter.

    The Hyf

  • Budget-Friendly BYO Wine and Beer

    Groups can bring their preferred beer or wine for a modest corkage fee, making social dinners budget-friendly.

    Still, it’s worth it since almost everyone brought their own beer or wine.

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  • Effortless Accommodating Setup for Large Groups

    The multi-level venue easily accommodates walk-in groups and large parties celebrating birthdays or gatherings without hassle.

    Came here with a large group with no booking and they accommodated for us straight away.

    Jessica Pon

  • Lightning-Fast Kitchen Turnaround

    Kitchen and floor staff deliver freshly prepared plates with incredible turnaround, minimizing waiting times even during busy hours.

    Literally order the food and it just appears.

    Daniel Bingham

  • Prime Launchpad for Melbourne Evenings

    Diners are rapidly seated and served in the heart of Chinatown, making it an ideal pre-event or night-out launching pad.

    Food, BYO beers, and fully functional bathrooms - this is the place that sets up your night ahead.

    Jordan Williams

Generous, satisfying staples that anchor a visit to Shanghai Village

  • dumplings

    Such good dumplings! We tried a different dumpling types and other foods and loved them all, and the bill came to $22 each for the five of us which is crazy cheap.

    Isobel Urquhart

  • pork dumplings

    The pork dumplings were particularly good.

    Kit Williams

  • steamed dumplings

    It’s hard to beat the dumplings at Shanghai Village as we usually get 2 plates of dumplings, which have 18 steamed dumplings per plate! So, for 36 dumplings it’s only about $23 AUD. Supe crazy cheap, especially for Melbourne.

    We Drink Eat Travel

  • pork fried dumplings

    recomend the pork fried dumplings.

    Andre Medina

Before you head over

Practical tips for planning your visit, from ordering to drinks and timing

  • Take Advantage of BYO Drinks

    Shanghai Village permits BYO beer and wine with a per-person corkage fee. There is a bottle shop right around the corner if you want to pick up drinks before heading in.

  • Order by Phone, Pay at the Counter

    Orders are placed digitally via a table QR code menu, but final billing is settled at the counter after you finish eating.

  • Time Your Arrival or Book Ahead

    Peak evening hours get packed and noisy with lines forming out the door, though service remains rapid once seated. Reserve ahead or arrive before 6:00 PM for a calmer meal.

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