What should I order at Chin Chin?
Chin Chin
Chef's Banquet
Highly recommended multiple times for offering an explosion of flavors through eight share dishes or more, providing a great way to try a variety of the restaurant's best dishes in one meal.
Kingfish Sashimi
Frequently praised as mouthwateringly delicious and a consistent favorite, recommended for its fresh and delightful taste.
Beef Pad Seuw
Noted as very tasty and a standout dish for its bold, flavorful profile, often highlighted by reviewers as worth trying.
BBQ Pork with Eggplant
Mentioned as a standout dish in group dining, appreciated for its deliciousness and high recommendation by many diners.
Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Salad
Recommended for its fresh herbs, heat, perfect balance of textures, and crispy yet non-oily preparation.
Barramundi and Apple Salad
Described as fresh and vibrant, often paired well with other dishes, and noted for its delightful flavor.
Coconut Panna Cotta with Vietnamese Coffee and Cashew Praline
Highly praised dessert for being a beautiful and perfect sweet ending, even for those not typically fans of panna cotta or coffee.
Mango Sticky Rice Brûlée
Called phenomenal with perfectly balanced flavors, recommended as a dessert choice.
Massaman Curry
Mentioned positively for its wonderful taste and part of a highly recommended meal.
Diy Vegetable Spring Rolls
Recommended for their quality and as a must-try item, often highlighted in positive reviews.
Crab Shell Fried Rice
Recommended for its delicious taste and uniqueness, noted as a highlight by diners.
Butter Chicken
Highly recommended by an Indian diner who called it one of the best ever had, praised for quality and flavor.
Rendang
Also highly recommended by a reviewer familiar with the dish, noted for very good quality and authentic flavor.
Roast Pork Drunken Noodle
Described as to die for, highly praised for its flavor and quality.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
About Chin Chin
Relaxed restaurant with an Asian-inspired menu & local art exhibits above a cocktail bar with DJs.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Chin Chin known for?
Chin Chin is best known for its Asian fusion dishes, especially the kingfish sashimi and crispy barramundi, which reviewers repeatedly call standout plates. Guests also mention the sticky pork and the restaurant’s bold Thai-inspired flavors as reasons it is a Melbourne favorite.
What dishes are most recommended at Chin Chin?
The most frequently recommended dishes include kingfish sashimi, crispy barramundi with green apple salad, pad see ew, rendang, and caramelised sticky pork. Reviewers also praise the spring rolls and sticky pork noodles for their strong flavor and texture.
What is the atmosphere like at Chin Chin?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, trendy, and upscale at the same time, with a buzzing dining room and loud music that many reviewers say makes it feel energetic. It suits groups and friends especially well, and several reviews mention it as a good spot for a night out or a special dinner in Melbourne.
Is Chin Chin good value, and what is the price range?
Chin Chin is listed at A$40 to A$140, and reviewers often describe it as pricey but worth it for the experience and the food quality. The chef’s curated menu is also mentioned as a good way to sample several dishes without having to choose one by one.
Do I need a reservation at Chin Chin?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and the venue is noted as usually having a wait. One review described getting a table on a busy Friday night without a booking, but that was presented as lucky rather than typical.
Is parking available at Chin Chin?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Chin Chin have vegetarian options?
Yes, Chin Chin offers vegan options.
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