HuTong

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14-16 Market Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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Chinatown's long-running xiao long bao specialist. chilli oil wontons keep the queues coming, though recent reviews flag inconsistency.

A busy, multi-level Chinatown dumpling house with tight, cozy seating that gets loud and communal when full; no lift to the upper floors.

A glass-walled kitchen where dumplings are hand-folded in view of diners, three levels of seating, and a menu built for group sharing.

Divided opinion: some reviewers say it 'reminds me of home', while several long-time regulars and visitors say the kitchen has drifted toward a more Western-friendly, less authentic version of the Chinese classics it built its name on.

Mixed. long-time fans say the quality justifies the price, but a notable share of recent reviewers call it overpriced for portion size and consistency.

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14-16 Market Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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