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Chef Dong

3/103 Payneham Rd, St Peters SA 5069, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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3/103 Payneham Rd, St Peters SA 5069, Australia

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+61 8 8362 8878
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Chef Dong

Suburban banquet dining stripped of pretense—built for crowded tables, spinning lazy Susans, and serious *wok hei*. Payneham Road regulars pack out the room for the Chef Dong Special Pork Ribs, caramelized and tender down to the bone. Wall tanks hold live mud crabs ready for banquet feasts, flanked by garlic-steamed scallops and whole Murray cod bathed in red sauce. Come daytime, the kitchen skips the rolling carts, steaming fresh dim sum to order straight from the menu.

  • Signature Pork Ribs: Tender, savory, and richly glazed pork ribs that anchor table orders across lunch and dinner.
  • Cooked-to-Order Dim Sum: Fresh dumplings and buns steamed directly to order from the kitchen rather than rolled on carts.
  • Live Tank Seafood: In-house tanks stocked with live mud crabs and lobsters prepped fresh for banquet upgrades.
  • Banquet-Ready Feasts: Generous sharing plates built for group celebrations, spanning whole Murray cod and garlic-jeweled scallops.
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What's On at Chef Dong

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Diners Choose Chef Dong

From cooked-to-order morning yum cha to live-tank banquet feasts, explore the menu on the website to plan your gathering.

  • Live-Tank Banquet Seafood

    Live holding tanks stocked with fresh mud crab and lobster allow diners to elevate banquets with premium, prepared-to-order seafood.

    The fresh spicy mud crab I had was prepaired so very well.

    Roshan Rupesinghe

  • Signature Fire-Forged Pork Ribs

    Generous signature dishes like the Chef Dong Special Pork Ribs anchor sharing tables with deeply savory, fall-apart tenderness.

    The Chef Dong Special Pork Ribs were an absolute delight, cooked to perfection with a rich taste.

    Nhi Le

  • Cooked-to-Order Dim Sum

    Steaming baskets and dumplings are cooked fresh per menu order rather than circulated on prolonged trolley carts.

    Piping hot plates served as you order from the menu.

    David Maddison

  • Suburban Weekend Yum Cha

    A proven daytime ritual for suburban weekends, delivering authentic dumpling craftsmanship and reliable table favorites.

    Our favourite place for Yum Cha. The quality and flavours are always good.

    Archie Siow

  • Clean, Refreshing Satisfaction

    Traditional Cantonese and regional seasonings focus on balance and ingredient clarity, avoiding the heaviness or fatigue often associated with excess additive seasoning.

    We ate a lot and didn't walk out feeling sick or getting the MSG sweats.

    Gerry Atric

  • Pride in Family Celebrations

    Attentive banquet service and celebratory pacing give families confidence and pride when gathering for milestone birthdays.

    Had a party for my mothers 70th birthday. Food is so good. Tasty and freshly cooked. Staff were kind and helpful.

    Tony Miner

Signature banquet highlights and dim sum favorites celebrated by local diners.

  • Chef Dong Fried Rice

    I cannot rave enough about how wonderful the Chef Dong Fried Rice is

    Sally Smith

  • Steamed BBQ Pork Buns

    They also have the best steamed bbq pork buns in Adelaide.

    Archie Siow

  • Chef Dong Special Pork Ribs

    The Chef Dong Special Pork Ribs were an absolute delight, cooked to perfection with a rich taste.

    Nhi Le

  • Fresh Spicy Mud Crab

    The fresh spicy mud crab I had was prepaired so very well.

    Roshan Rupesinghe

Other favorites

Traditional sweet finishes, savory side starters, and classic tea service complement the main banquet and dim sum menus.

  • Silky Custard Tarts

    silky custard tarts that vanish fast.

    Raptis Reality

  • Mango Puddings

    We do always end our meal with mango puddings and steamed custard buns with egg yolks.

    Archie Siow

  • Shallot Pancake

    The shallot pancake is honestly THE BEST and better than that of ANY other Chinese restaurants in Adelaide.

    黄杰

  • Chinese Tea

    The tea is proper good, get it.

    Aason Than

Beyond the menu

From celebratory birthday surprises to piping-hot dim sum cooked to order, discover the thoughtful touches that elevate every visit—head to the website to plan your meal.

  • Surprise Birthday Milestone Treats

    Attentive staff elevate milestone celebrations with unexpected personal touches, including presenting guests with a complimentary candle-lit ice cream cake.

  • Cooked-to-Order Dim Sum Freshness

    Foregoing circulating steam carts, daytime yum cha is made to order so dumplings and buns arrive at your table piping hot straight from the kitchen.

  • Live-Tank Seafood Customization

    Banquet hosts can customize their feast with live mud crabs and lobsters selected from on-site display tanks and prepared fresh to specification.

  • Thoughtful, MSG-Conscious Preparation

    Dishes are prepared using Chef Dong's family-inspired balance to deliver traditional regional flavors without MSG heaviness, leaving diners feeling refreshed after a generous feast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I book a table in advance?

Yes, making a reservation is strongly recommended, especially for weekends. During peak times, the restaurant fills quickly and walk-ins without bookings have been turned away.

How does yum cha service work?

Chef Dong prepares yum cha fresh to order directly from the menu rather than serving from roving carts, bringing piping-hot dishes like steamed dumplings and buns straight to your table.

Are portions suitable for sharing?

Dishes are generously portioned and designed for sharing. If you over-order, takeaway containers are available to bring leftovers home.

Where can I park when visiting?

While parking directly in front of the restaurant is limited, there are parking options available along St Peters Street as well as a larger car park located behind the premises.

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