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Ky Chow
27-29 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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27-29 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Ky Chow serves authentic Hong Kong dim sum all day on Gouger Street, running late into the evening. Longtime Chinatown regulars crowd the dining room for plain steamed rice rolls drenched in mixed sauce—proper jyu cheung fan style—alongside handmade prawn dumplings and flaky egg tarts. Two chefs straight from Hong Kong keep the kitchen firing hot and sour duck soup and sizzling Mongolian lamb across outdoor tables and packed banquets. Wok hei smoke clings to flat rice noodles while bamboo steamers stack high, with staff steering diners toward house-made siu mai and crispy sweet and sour beef until plates clear out.
- Authentic Hong Kong Dim Sum: Two chefs from Hong Kong prepare handmade dim sum, including hard-to-find plain steamed rice rolls with mixed sauce and flaky egg tarts.
- All-Day Yum Cha: Yum cha service runs continuously throughout the day and well into the evening, far past standard midday tea hours.
- Lively Chinatown Banquets: Fast-paced dining room and outdoor tables filled with generous communal spreads, from sizzling Mongolian lamb to crispy sweet and sour beef.
What's On at Ky Chow
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Ky Chow
Why diners choose Ky Chow for handmade dim sum, flexible dining hours, and authentic Cantonese hospitality.
Authentic Hong Kong Dim Sum Recipes
Dim sum chefs from Hong Kong craft traditional recipes, including flaky egg tarts and freshly steamed plain rice rolls with mixed sauce that reflect authentic regional technique.
Particularly the taste of the yum cha dishes are quite similar to Hong Kong.
Vivian Kibble Specialized Gluten-Free Yum Cha Selection
Coeliac and wheat-sensitive diners can share authentic dim sum sessions with dedicated gluten-free dumpling options prepared so well they match standard texture and taste.
first restaurant in SA who offers some gluten free yumcha like all sorts of prawn dumpings
Love Nature Warm Cantonese Hospitality & Guidance
Native Cantonese-speaking service and direct chef-led recommendations provide a familiar, culturally connected dining experience for locals and travelers alike.
One of the staff member who speaks Cantonese was very friendly and provided excellent service.
HIU PUI Cheung Generous Communal Group Banquets
Generous banqueting portions, communal table staples, and comfortable seating accommodate family gatherings and group feasts without rushing guests out.
Everything came out hot, the service was friendly, and we never felt rushed.
Scott All-Day & Late-Evening Dim Sum Service
Dim sum cravings are accommodated past standard daytime lunch cart limits, offering freshly steamed baskets and fried specialties well into the evening hours.
One of the best yumcha place in Adelaide , and can enjoy yumcha till late.
Stephanie Li Ng Efficient Midday Lunch Service
Bustling Chinatown lunchtime diners receive piping-hot wok noodles, soups, and pan-fried buns prepared swiftly to fit tightly scheduled midday breaks.
I needed a quick, tasty lunch and Ky Chow delivered in spades.
4chillies
Most popular items
Top-rated yum cha staples and classic Cantonese mains
Siu Mai
Both siu mai were very delicious and all handmade, you can tell they spend time and effort making all those!
jean mui Prawn Dumplings (Har Gow)
especially the prawn dumplings (har gow), which are perfectly steamed with delicate, translucent wrappers and juicy, flavorful prawn filling.
Ruby Zhou Mongolian Lamb
To top it off we had the Mongolian Lamb, served sizzling hot in a rich, savoury sauce that clung to every piece of lamb.
Scott Shan Tung Chicken
Go to favourites are the Shan Tung chicken with extra sauce
Chaz Vidal
Other favorites
Traditional desserts, soups, and specialized sides
Egg Tarts
We really love the egg tarts as well as the pastry is so flaky just like in HK Yum Cha restaurants.
Vivian Kibble Hot and Sour Soup
The hot and sour soup was rich and comforting
Ilias M Plain Steamed Rice Rolls with Mixed Sauce
They even made the Plain steamed rice rolls with mixed sauce which is very hard to find in Adelaide.
Vivian Kibble Chicken & Sweet Corn Soup
We kicked things off with the Chicken & Sweet Corn Soup. Exactly what you want to start a meal. Hot, comforting and full of flavour.
Scott
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality, dietary accommodations, and handcrafted Hong Kong specialties that elevate your dining experience.
Cantonese Hospitality & Personal Owner Recommendations
Guests can converse directly in Cantonese with the owner, who personally recommends signature dim sum such as hand-cut pork siu mai and Hakka pan-fried fish cakes.
Gluten-Free Dim Sum Options
The kitchen caters to gluten-free dietary requirements by preparing specialized gluten-free yum cha selections, including dedicated prawn dumplings.
Complimentary Culinary Gestures
Patrons enjoy hospitable gestures directly from the owner, including complimentary dessert, hand-brewed coffee, and rare traditional beef siu mai.
Authentic HK Heritage Specialties
Authentic Hong Kong tea house staples are prepared on-site, including hard-to-find plain steamed rice rolls with mixed sauce and delicate flaky-pastry egg tarts.
Before you head over
Practical tips for planning your visit and ordering dim sum at Ky Chow
Book Ahead for Busy Periods
The dining room fills up fast across peak lunch and dinner hours, so booking ahead is strongly recommended to avoid having to wait for a table.
Enjoy All-Day and Evening Yum Cha
Unlike traditional tea houses that cut off dim sum in the early afternoon, Ky Chow serves fresh yum cha dishes all day and into the evening.
Ask for Gluten-Free Dumpling Options
Diners on a gluten-free diet can request dedicated options like gluten-free prawn dumplings, which match the taste and quality of regular dim sum.
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