ShanDong MaMa Mini - Melbourne

I ordered the fried fish dumplings. I'm grateful I gave them a try, but they didn't quite win me over enough for a repeat visit. However, I am interested in trying the boiled version at their flagship restaurant to see if I like them more.

Time for dinner with my partner. The service is ok, efficient without being personable at any level lol.<br/ <br/ We ordered some Aussie Lamb pot stickers which were delicious. The wonton skin was thin and really tasty. <br/ <br/ The chicken and Shepard’s purse pot stickers were equally as good. <br/ <br/ The boiled pork dumplings were flavoursome and filling. I really liked them. <br/ <br/ And finally we had a corn and x pancake, I can’t remember the exact name, that was alright but not the best. <br/ <br/ Overall it was a great meal, and although we had to negotiate for a table to sit by ourselves, even though the place was only half full, it was a good feed. <br/ <br/ And although the prices have increased over time, it is still reasonable value.

After visiting this street several times, we noticed that this little shop was always crowded with visitors, whether they were having meals or just grabbing some snacks and drinks. Tonight, we decided to try their pan-fried dumplings, which had a wide selection of flavors.

I decided to have lunch here after hearing all the great reviews about this restaurant. I ordered the fish dumplings and they were absolutely delicious. The service was prompt and the portion size was just right. As I write this review, I can't stop thinking about how tasty those dumplings were...so good.

Centre Place just keeps on giving. Today, deliciously tasty food in a small, divinely eclectic eatery. The staff are nice and the food is amazing. So many boutique beers to choose from. Ho hum. Decisions, decisions. The dumplings are good and very light. The prawns, black fungus chives was pretty good with a reasonable portion size. The inclement weather didn’t seem to deter diners. There are books placed on the wall or you’d like something to read during your meal. Or perhaps the newspaper cuttings sharing the nice reviews from well known chefs and reviewers. Like many of the Central Place cafes this has its own style and regular visitors. Spoke to two other diners who said they’ve been coming here for a long time and find it their favourite dumplings places in Melbourne. With so many great places to dine within 500m that’s a big statement. Notes: recommend you come early during those busy periods if possible as it does get busy, suitable for vegetarians and vegans or those with dietaries, restaurant is wheelchair friendly but it is tight. Is somewhat kid friendly, takeaway available.