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Yulongfu Steamed Buns Restaurant

Australia, Victoria, Melbourne, Bourke St, AU VIC Melbourne邮政编码: 3000

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Australia, Victoria, Melbourne, Bourke St, AU VIC Melbourne邮政编码: 3000

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+61 3 7006 4222
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yulongfu Steamed Buns Restaurant

Disguised behind a humble Bourke Street dumpling sign sits an expansive Sichuan kitchen built for lively group feasts. Diners often arrive expecting basic buns, only to find sprawling dining rooms and steaming bowls of fiery boiled fish. Up front, dumplings are hand-folded with 16 pleats using century-old family recipes—delicate skins locking in hot, savory broth. Bring a crew to tackle the generous portions: blistered dry pot cauliflower with serious wok hei, crispy twice-cooked pork tossed with fresh garlic shoots, and numbing spicy chicken. Anglers can even bring in their own fresh catch straight from Port Phillip Bay to have the kitchen wok-toss or steam it on the spot.

  • Century-old hand-folded dumplings: Bao recipes dating back to 1904 are hand-folded on-site with 16 distinct pleats right before your eyes.
  • Fiery Sichuan sharing feasts: Generous share plates feature dry pot cauliflower, twice-cooked pork with garlic shoots, and numbing chili broths.
  • Custom-cooked fresh catch: Bring your own cleaned catch from a day on the water and the kitchen will prepare it across multiple styles.
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Why Dine at Yulongfu Steamed Buns Restaurant

Handcrafted dumpling tradition, authentic Sichuan feasts, and CBD dining flexibility

  • Heritage 16-Pleat Dumplings

    Xiao Long Bao are hand-folded on-site with 16 pleats following family recipes preserved since 1904, producing thin wrappers packed with rich broth.

    The Xiao Long Bao recipes have been passed down through the family since 1904, and folding 16 pleats is considered an important part of the tradition.

    Irina R.

  • Fast, Generous Lunch Bowsl

    Diners on a weekday break can rely on generous, warming bowls of pho and noodle dishes delivered promptly at great value.

    Good value for money and a great option for a quick lunch. Plenty of seating and the service was fast.

    nicholas chong

  • Hidden Culinary Surprise

    Behind what looks like an ordinary dumpling storefront lies a full-fledged kitchen serving authentic, vibrant Sichuan specialties.

    A hidden gem for authentic Sichuan food in the city! We almost walked past because of the name, but we’re so glad we came in.

    Racheal

  • Satisfying Comforting Flavors

    Deeply flavorful regional dishes, comforting broths, and home-style cooking provide genuine solace for traditional Chinese food cravings.

    I miss Chinese food, and this is very classic Chinese food, satisfying my Chinese stomach

    Zoe Barnard

  • Generous Group Feasts

    Substantial portions and affordable group sharing make it easy for friends and family gatherings to enjoy multi-dish feasts with leftovers to spare.

    A table of a few people can eat well for over 40 AUD per person, and we usually end up taking leftovers home!

    Martín Stefano Pascuccio

  • Welcoming Group Hospitality

    Accommodating staff welcome large parties and offer practical recommendations spanning mild to spicy specialties.

    Great food, service and place for big group of people. The waiter gave very good and honest recommendations on food especially we had people who can't take spicy dishes.

    Chiliong

Signature dumplings, authentic Sichuan feasts, and custom kitchen services

  • Xiao Long Bao

    When we tried the Xiao Long Bao Pork dumplings, we were genuinely impressed by how delicate and fresh they were — beautifully soft, full of flavour and almost melting in the mouth.

    Irina R.

  • Twice-Cooked Pork

    The standout dish that amazed me was their twice-cooked pork, with the pork belly stir-fried to perfection, fragrant and not greasy at all

    Jesse Zhang

  • Pho

    Definitely a satisfying bowl of pho—warm, fresh, and full of authentic Vietnamese flavors.

    chrislene rempillo

  • Bring Your Own Fish Cook Service

    One of the few places where you can bring your own catch and have it cooked on the spot. Perfect for anyone coming back from a fishing trip — you can literally walk in with your fresh fish and unlock their “secret menu” dishes.

    Yuxuan

Beyond the menu

Distinctive personal hospitality and culinary craft that elevate the dining experience

  • Cook-Your-Own-Catch Preparation

    Patrons can bring in their own fresh catch straight from a fishing trip to be custom-cooked on the spot into customized off-menu dishes.

  • Front-of-House Dumpling Folding Craft

    Dumplings are hand-folded with 16 pleats directly in front of seated diners by family aunties using recipes dating to 1904.

  • Attentive Care & Warm Custom Recommendations

    Staff provide tailored dish suggestions and off-menu comfort preparations, such as comforting warm seafood congee, when diners are feeling unwell.

  • Thoughtful Spice & Palate Guidance

    Servers actively tailor menu orders to accommodate party members who cannot handle chili, providing honest recommendations to balance spicy Sichuan dishes with milder options.

Before you head over

Practical advice for ordering, portions, and custom cooking at Yulongfu

  • Explore Beyond the Bun Counter

    Don't be misled by the bun shop name; explore the expansive Sichuan menu and group feast options alongside the handmade dumplings.

  • Order to Share and Take Home Leftovers

    Dishes feature generous Melbourne CBD sizing meant for sharing, so consider pacing orders to avoid over-ordering or plan to take home leftovers.

  • Confirm BYO Fish Cooking Rates Upfront

    If bringing in freshly caught fish for custom preparation, verify the current per-dish cooking fee beforehand to avoid billing surprises.

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