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How we read reviews →Melbourne CBD Northeastern Chinese iron pot stew specialist with an AYCE takeaway option.
A no-frills Russell Street canteen serving authentic Northeastern Chinese comfort food; regulars describe it as genuinely homestyle, though several reviewers report slow service and an inconsistent welcome depending on how busy the kitchen is.
Signature iron-pot stew cooked Dongbei-style, plus an all-you-can-eat takeaway option priced by weight.
Strong authenticity signal from Northeastern Chinese reviewers describing the iron-pot stew and flavour profile as matching what they grew up eating in China.
Seen as affordable and generous by most reviewers, especially the weighed AYCE takeaway, but note two independent complaints that displayed prices exclude GST, which is added at checkout.
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