Five Restaurants That Define Adelaide’s Chinese Food Scene

Adelaide may be small, but its Chinese food scene packs big flavours. From riverside glamour to Chinatown classics and casual noodle houses, these restaurants are where locals go for authentic, memorable Chinese meals. Dumplings, roast duck, and bold stir-fries await — each spot delivering its own twist on tradition.

Huami

Step into Huami and you’re in a full-on flavour theatre. Chef Johnny Zhong brings Shanghai finesse to bronzed wood-fired Peking duck, Manuka honey char siu, and buttery South Aussie Wagyu. Weekend yum cha dazzles with elegantly steamed har gow and siu mai alongside curated teas. Interiors flex Cantonese opera vibes with dragon columns and a 700-bottle wine wall. Dining here = a show with a side of “wow.”

SkyCity Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide 

Star House

Star House is old-school Chinatown magic. Dumplings bounce, BBQ pork buns hit nostalgia in the feels, and sweet corn prawn cakes crunch like heaven. Dinner menu? Think live seafood, roast duck, and salt & pepper squid for full-on sharing glory. Legacy meets consistent quality — locals know, you’ll be back before dessert’s even finished.

1/31-39 Gouger St, Adelaide

Concubine

Award-winning Concubine is modern Chinese done with style. Salt-and-pepper tofu, Kung Pao chicken, South Aussie prawns — all plated like art but taste like a hug. Interiors are warm, stylish, intimate. The kind of place you bring a date, a friend, or just yourself for that “this meal hits” feeling. Sophistication without pretense — bold flavours, effortless vibes, and accolades to prove it.

132 Gouger Street, Adelaide

Xiao Long Kan Chinese Hotpot

Xiao Long Kan, part of a globally recognised Sichuan hot pot brand with over 900 outlets worldwide, brings authentic tableside hot pot to Adelaide. Choose from mala, tomato, or collagen broths, then load fresh meats, seafood, tofu, and vegetables to cook at your own pace. Bold, fiery, and immersive, it’s a communal dining experience that delivers the rich, interactive flavours of China’s hot pot culture — right in the heart of the city.

123 Gouger Street, Adelaide

Mings Palace

Ming’s Palace has been a Chinatown staple for over 30 years, and locals know why. The Peking duck is the star, carved tableside with crisp skin, tender meat, and pancakes that practically beg for hoisin sauce. Beyond the duck, the menu hits all the Cantonese classics: salt-and-pepper squid, Kung Pao chicken, seafood stir-fries, and noodles that never disappoint.

157-159 Gouger Street, Adelaide

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Writer

Lauren Thomas-Nehmy

17 February 2026

Lauren is an Adelaide-based storyteller with a keen eye for the city’s lifestyle scene. Before joining Sitchu as Adelaide Editor and Content Producer, she honed her craft at SALIFE Magazine, InDaily, and The Advertiser, covering a range of local stories and crafting scroll-stopping social content. Lauren thrives on discovering Adelaide’s best bites, sips, and experiences — but off the clock, you’ll find her soaking up the sun at the beach or plotting her next weekend escape, spritz or perfectly brewed coffee in hand.