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How we read reviews →Carnegie's go-to for fiery, authentic Hunan-style Chinese cooking loved by regulars.
Small, cosy, no-frills dining room that gets loud and lively during peak dinner service; unmistakably local and unpretentious.
House-style chilli oil and pickled condiments built around Xiang (Hunan) regional specialties rarely found elsewhere in Melbourne.
Praised repeatedly by Chinese-speaking reviewers and native-Chinese parents for genuinely authentic Hunan (Xiang) flavours rarely replicated elsewhere in Melbourne.
Mixed views on value - most reviewers find portions generous for the price, though some call the dishes pricey for the serving size.
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