Man Tong Kitchen

Upon entering Man Tong Kitchen, diners will be wowed by the restaurant’s plush dining ambience. Designed to capture the bygone era of Imperial China in a contemporary fashion, the expansive dining room is adorned with textured wood pillars and wall panels dressed in rich deluxe colours like gold and red for a stunning contrast. The restaurant’s dining space is further enhanced by the mood lighting.

From succulent Peking Duck and traditional Xiao Long Bao to a selection of indulgent banquet menus, Man Tong Kitchen is a traditional Chinese restaurant that offers dumpling delicacies with impressive formal dining.

Located in Melbourne’s Crown Casino, Man Tong is a premium Chinese restaurant that transports you a world away from the gambling floor and into a traditional dining experience throughout different regions of China.

A carefully curated wine list offering diners a choice from premium Penfolds, to dashing Dom Perignon champagne. Fiore Moscato for the lighthearted and an exceptionally remarkable Chateau Lafite-Rothschild, from only $10,000 per bottle.

Alternatively, the wines-by-glass selection on offer makes it easier to match wines to each course with more than twenty on offer at any time.

We were pleased to receive assistance from the expertly trained staff and sommeliers at Man Tong Kitchen who assisted us in matching wines perfectly with the dishes we ordered.

Taking its name quite literally, Man Tong Kitchen or ‘full house’ in Chinese boasts a relaxed space of cavernous proportions. Perfect to accommodate the biggest of families. 

To start, Man Tong Kitchen's dumplings are a must. While many Chinese restaurants in Melbourne serve dumplings, Man Tong’s variety are a cut above. Each variety is executed to perfection with their Xiao Long Baos in particular having developed quite the reputation. 

An absolute highlight of our visit, the whole Murray Cod in soy sauce featured tried and true flavour combinations of soy, rice wine and ginger. The quality of the fish was exemplary and perfectly cooked resulting in a very delicate and moist piece of fish. A wonderfully simple dish that allowed the natural subtle sweetness of the fish to be enjoyed.

The lamb in special soy sauce was similarly delicious - beautifully tender and full of flavour. For vegetarians (and anyone else, really!), the homemade tofu with abalone sauce is a must have. We loved the crispy exterior encasing melt in your mouth tofu. 

To conclude Man Tong’s take on traditional red bean pancake will ensure you end your visit on a sweet note. The pancake had ethereally light and crispy batter and was filled with soft and sweet red bean paste inside. Delicious!  

With attentive staff, expert chefs and a 15 page wine list with over 300 selections, Man Tong Kitchen raises the bar in Chinese cuisine.

Location: Level 1, Crown Entertainment Complex (Corner of Clarendon St & Crown Riverwalk)
Phone: (03) 9686 9888
Link: http://www.mantongkitchen.com.au/