Forget about the service...let's just focus on the food at this venue - BEST Xiau Long Bao in…read moreMelbourne!!! There...I've put it out there...BIG call I know...but the delicious soup inside the Baos on offer at Ping's is just divine and the best thing is that the soup never seems to be wasted because the parcel / skin is just the right thickness! Let's face it...we've all experienced the devastation of carefully trying to pick these Baos up from the bamboo steamers only to watch the soup drain away because we've punctured the parcel! Well....NO MORE! Other must haves at Ping's include the Pan Fried Dumplings (both pork and beef)....Shanghai Fried Noodles....and Mapo Tofu!! Ping's....Woh-Ai-Ni!!

Whenever I get a craving for dumplings I usually drag myself into the city. Not anymore Ping's does…read moreamazing dumplings and I only have to travel to Clayton. If you are yet to discover the delicious food to be had in the multicultural area of Clayton then you are missing out. I used to teach in the area and would love to duck out at lunch time and grab some delicious authentic cuisines. I am sad that I have only just found Ping's! We came on a recommendation and were not disappointed, the dumpling were just as good as the ones found in your fave places in China town. I enjoyed the duck dumplings, fried rice and the amazing pumpkin cakes. The service was quick and efficient and the decor was cheap and cheerful! A very inexpensive night out!

My favourite local Japanese restraunt! Cheap and so…read moredelicious. It is a very small place, so not the best for large groups, but you can still dine in. They also do takeaway and you can call ahead to order so when you get there, it will be ready for you. There bento boxes are so yummy and there are quite a few options, my favourite is the upgrade bento box. Another favourite is there tempura prawns and vegetables, so yummy. If you live in Springvale or close by, this is a must "cheap eat"!

I just adore Jyu Jyu for the experience and price point making it a cute little hidden gem along…read moremain Clayton Road. Despite its drab appearance Jyu Jyu never fails to satisfy with its charming Japanese menu offering a range of styles and flavours. One of my favourites is the kastu curry which most notably has a generous piece of deep fried pork on a umami rich but mild curry. For its price you cannot find a better, more deserving place. However one point to make is that it is a cash only restaurant but luckily there are ATMs just down the road.

One of my favourite place to satisfy my Indonesian Food craving. When dine-in I will choose from…read morethe dishes display such as redang, ayam goreng, perkedel and one type of vegetable. They also have dishes like sop buntut, nasi bebek, etc. I recently ordered their famous nasi tampeng, and I really enjoyed it! I had sides of ayam goreng, perkedel, noodles, empal and potatoes. Bear in mind that the nasi tamping need at least 3 days to order.

This is one of my favourite Places to eat in Melbourne. It's really a cafe with a drinks fridge and…read morea bane marie but who cares when the flavours are this good! My only experience of Indonesia is Bali, but this place has better food than I've ever eaten in Legian, so that must be good, right? I am addicted to their Sambal Goreng Kentang and will often buy large containers of the stuff to munch on at work. The ladies must think I'm crazy. The Beef Rendang packs a punch but the aubergine with a whole deep fried egg is my favourite. They always ask me if I want sambal which I always agree to because, well, I enjoy that sinus blowing kick!

Ok, Attica it's not, but it's not pretending to be. Here you have a Chef who is experimenting with…read morefoods, textures and combinations in a stylish degustation menu that pleases and challenges at the same time. Attentive and non-obtrusive service by the wait staff and knowledgable advise from a well versed sommellier round out a very pleasant dining experience. Very highly recommended.

Isn't it great that we can be in the outer suburbs of Melbourne and get to experience a cuisine…read morethat you may have never even thought existed. Pondok Bamboe Koening, literally Yellow Bamboo Cottage, is a Chinese Indonesian noodle restaurant and I am happy to say the noodles are amazing. They are simple flavours that are just delicious. They have all different types of noodles and all noodles are made on site. Unlike Muslim Indonesian restaurants, most of the menu contains pork with a bit of chicken and mushrooms thrown in for good measure. Choose a type of noodle and then choose a topping. Toppings include pork or chicken mince, BBQ pork, spicy chicken and combinations. All are great. Do not leave without eating the triple cooked pork belly, it is Sooo tasty. The BBQ pork might not be bright red (the owner did not want to use the fake colouring), but it is still one of the best examples of cha siu I have eaten. This place is awesome and the owner is really nice. Go now.

Fresh noodle, great choice of chicken, beef and mushroom. Service was quick. Friendly atmosphere…read more Has the fried wonton. Parking is free at the back of the street. We had the combination noodle.

We tried Modu as it was in the gold section of the Entertainment Book and by the look of the…read morewebsite, we thought it to be a high end and upscale Chinese restaurant. While it wasn't high end, it's certainly got a nice, modern vibe to it and good food. Parking is quite problematic in the area, but getting a table here isn't. They sit you down and only give half of the table a menu. It's quite an extensive menu, so really everyone needs their own. Admittedly, as a fairly non adventurous eater, the menu is a little scary with items like duck blood this and bullfrog that. But the meals we all got were quite good. The food came out fast and everything tasted nice. I've certainly had a better meal at other Chinese restaurants before, but this was ok for sure if you're in the area. I think the food is reasonably priced - with or without the Entertainment Book - and the service was efficient and friendly enough. With so much to choose from and a good amount of seating and tasty fare, I'd recommend Modu if you find yourself in this part of town.

Second visit: Love the delicious generous serving of Sze…read moreChuan fish fillets with rice at ~$12. I tried to order a glass of cold milk to wash away some of the spicy peppery taste instead of gulping down glasses of free water which barely does the job to remove the spicy taste (authentic). I felt there is an unrealised $$$ opportunity for restaurants / food courts that sell spicy food like Chinese Sze Chuan / Indian Curry / Hotpot to create a better customer experience for the benefits of all stakeholders by selling cold milk - although milk tends to spoil quickly thus its likely you will only find cold milk served in high end establishments e.g. hotels. Would small individual long shelf life milk packets do the trick of removing spiciness? This will be valuable especially in Western countries for people of all demographics who are not used to taking spicy food. Think about the benefits worldwide and at MoDu Clayton restaurant. First Visit: Restaurant Name: Modu Clayton Chinese Restaurant Unique Dish: Duck Blood Noodles. Food: Good Portion size. Service: Servers are well presented, smiling & polite. Came quickly to use when we raised our hands for service. Atmosphere: Well decorated & Clean. Toilet is clean. Great Music at the right volume. Price: Value for $$$ - Braised Beef Rice I give it 5 / 5 stars. I highly recommend you to bring your family, colleagues and friends there this week. Thank you. :) Best regards, Jianfa Ben Tsai 30 years of Restaurant Dining Experience Managed Food Business Worked at 5 Star Hotels

Probably the best Korean resto I have been to around in Clayton. The setting of the place is kind…read moreof secluded but, once you find the place I recommend you to actually go in. You'll see that the inside is really spacious and will make you feel like you're actually in Korea. The staffs are very accommodating and will serve you with a nice cup of tea upon your arrival. Not only that it has great staffs but, if you're a big fan of Korean foods then I really recommend you to try this place. There's no harm in trying :) Just a heads on though, they only take cash when I went there so just stack some cash on your wallet. Good luck and have fun on your next food quest! ^_^

Bit of a dump these days - would have been good when it first opened. Korean restaurants have moved…read moreon in Melbourne and there are much better places to go and eat. Really needs a clean.

Fabulous! Everybody loved the meals and drinks. The food was prepared very quickly but with very…read moregood quality! The staff is very kind and the price worth it. Delicious :)

Unique Dish: Delicious Takoyaki Japanese Octopus Balls with a slight sweet finish topped with mayo…read moreand dressing. Slight crunch on the exterior, juicy and mush inside with QQ generous octopus portions fresh from the ocean. Served at the right temperature. The Matcha Latte is a killer - Their green tea comes with different permutations of flavours. Their ~8 types of ice cream is immaculately presented. Must try next time. The special pastry is not the well colour balanced pretty cakes but the well sized cream puffs (my personal favourite). Thats next in my scope. Great Deal: $7 Coffee & Croissant combo is a steal. Love the Pink flower shaped Mayo sauce dish when you order deep fried chicken. Ordered croissant served with chic themed designer plates and cutleries. Waiter pro-actively provided table serviced tap water even if you just order a cup of latte. Latte is tasty and full bodied. Barista took care with professional skill to create designer design on latte face. Coffee is so good, I went there both morning and afternoon for two cuppa. I recommend getting the coffee rewards card. Service: Authentic Jap waiters and kitchen staff are well presented, smiling & polite. Came quickly to us when we raised our hands for service. ありがとう Atmosphere: Well decorated & Clean. Temperature is Climate Controlled. Toilet is clean to Japan standard except missing auto toilet seat lift and auto water jet spray bum wash. Comfy cushion seats at the dining area. It will be fantastic if the cafe play low volume of Popular Japanese Pop / Love songs for a Japanese Dining Experience. Crowd: Generally young students and Japanese / Korean females dining. Great for dating. Place is packed full of people eating and queuing thus the food must be good. The food turnover rate is high thus the food must be fresh. Price: Value for $$$ I give it 5 / 5 stars. I highly recommend you to bring your family, colleagues and friends there this week for a pleasant gastronomic experience. :) Best regards, Jianfa Ben Tsai Fat Guy with 35 years of Restaurant Dining Experience Managed Food Business Worked at 5 Star Hotels