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Secret Kitchen - Doncaster, Doncaster, AU-VIC

Secret Kitchen - Doncaster

4.3
4.3
123 Reviews
$41 to $100
Asian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Founded in 2007, Secret Kitchen brings to the city of Melbourne chinese dining experience the like of which you won’t find anywhere else in the state. Combining traditional flavours with innovative techniques, an extensive variety of menu items and an incomparable atmosphere, Secret Kitchen offers its guests an inimitable feasting experience.

We are awarded one of the top Yum Cha restaurant on Time Out Melbourne and rated 4 stars out of 5 by The Age Good Food Guide. Expect new dim sum dishes every season and proudly 100% handmade.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Cantonese, Dim Sum
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Wed, Sat, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9840 2248
  • Website
    http://www.secret-kitchen.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

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What 123 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Secret Kitchen in Doncaster offers exceptional yum cha with "the best BBQ pork buns" and a wide variety of dim sum. Patrons praise the "excellent food" and "friendly service," making it a top choice for special occasions. While some mention service inconsistencies, the flavors and dining experience remain highly recommended.

123 Reviews

  1. Rachel

    London

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve been here many times and have always loved it. Unfortunately today was the worst experience I’ve had. Sat behind a large pillar, we had 2 trolleys go by us and then nothing. After 30 minutes of sitting there with no food, I eventually got up and asked someone to ensure we were seen to. Another trolley came around offering the same food from the previous trolley and when I asked for other options I was told that that service had finished - not surprising since our session was due to end in 20 minutes. Extremely disappointing, we left hungry and went to another restaurant to actually eat a meal.

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  2. Bob

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had dined here as a couple a few times. This time it was with her best friends for her birthday lunch. The food was of its normal very high standard, but with more of us at the table we could choose extra variety. While BBQ Pork Buns are a standard fare, at Secret Kitchen they are the best I have tasted anywhere in the world, with a little extra sweetness just making them perfect. We sampled a range of meat and vegetable dim sum, and nothing was left over. We will continue to make Secret Garden our Yum Cha of choice even though it is a 70km round trip for us. We enjoy Yum Cha at Secret Kitchen so much we are now planning to sample their dinner menu soon.

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  3. Kaye

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently good for Yum Cha for all ages. My grandson has celebrated many birthday dinners as well and always comes away happy 🎂

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  4. Jamila

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I went at dinner time and booked a table of five and it was a special birthday dinner. The service was shocking. The food was ordinary and I don’t think I will be going back there again. The first time I went there over three years ago. The service was excellent. The food was excellent. Unfortunately I will not be going there or recommending it to anyone for the money that I paid. we all still were hungry got a banquet $88 banquet.

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  5. Damien

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the food. Great yum cha choice. Second visit. Will definitely go back.

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  6. Arthur

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was very enjoyable. It's one of my two choices near Whitehorse city for a long time , quality still good.

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  7. Winston

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice food. Best dim sum in the area but expensive. $255 for 5 people.

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  8. Mr

    Melbourne

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This restaurant misleads by using the name of a renowned Hong Kong establishment. You’ll likely regret visiting, like ME.

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  9. Denise

    Tropical QLD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Busy night being NYE but great food and not rushed

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  10. Shino

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The foods was ok but the mango pancake is toooooooooo sweet...

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Secret Kitchen - Doncaster is rated 4.3 stars by 123 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Secret Kitchen - Doncaster

Shop L2-2003, 619 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster, AU-VIC 3108

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Doncaster
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Wed, Sat, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Cantonese, Dim Sum
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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