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Gold Leaf in Victoria

Gold Leaf in Sunshine VIC offers familiar Chinese dishes and yum cha in a stylish space. Check menu, hours, reviews & location at 491 Ballarat Rd.

3.9 1,621 reviews $40–60 Chinese Restaurant American · Southern

491 Ballarat Rd, Sunshine VIC 3020, Australia

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Gold Leaf

Sunshine, Victoria, Australia

Steamed Assorted Dim Sim Tea Egg Tart Roast Duck Half
Rating★ 3.9 / 5
Price$40–60
CategoryChinese Restaurant
Today 11:30 AM - 03:00 PM 05:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Overview

About This Food Place

Gold Leaf is a well-established Chinese restaurant located at 491 Ballarat Rd, Sunshine VIC. It offers a familiar array of Chinese dishes and yum cha in a smart, roomy space adorned with striking gold dragon decorations. The restaurant presents a casual dining atmosphere suitable for groups and tourists alike.

With a diverse menu featuring popular dim sum, classic main dishes, and a great selection of beer, tea, and wine, Gold Leaf delivers a flavorful experience. Guests can enjoy dine-in, takeout, delivery, or onsite services. Accessibility options and family-friendly amenities make it welcoming for all visitors.

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Why People Come Here

Known for its classic Chinese flavors and welcoming atmosphere, this restaurant draws in diners seeking authentic yum cha and familiar dishes in the heart of Sunshine.

Great Tea and Drink Selection

Enjoy a fine variety of teas, beers, wines, and cocktails that complement every meal perfectly, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Ideal for Groups and Solo Dining

Whether visiting alone or with friends and family, the casual, lively environment suits everyone including tourists and locals alike.

Classic Yum Cha with Dim Sum Trolleys

The bustling trolley service offers an authentic experience, featuring popular dishes like Steamed Assorted Dim Sim and Roast Duck Half.

Spacious and Accessible Setting

The roomy interior, decorated with gold dragons, is fully wheelchair accessible with parking and restroom facilities to accommodate all guests.

Quick Service and Convenient Options

Guests enjoy fast service alongside flexible dining choices including delivery, takeout, and dine-in, perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed meal.

Ample Parking Near the Venue

Free and paid parking options including a lot and street parking make arrivals easy for visitors driving to the restaurant.

Experience

When & How to Enjoy This Place

Ideal for savoring authentic Chinese fare in a lively yet relaxed setting, Gold Leaf suits a variety of dining occasions throughout the day.

Visitors often appreciate the traditional yum cha cart experience paired with attentive, friendly service. Reservations are recommended during peak hours to avoid waiting, especially on weekends. The bright, casual atmosphere complemented by a great drink selection adds to its charm. — FoodPlacee editorial note

Group Dinner

Invite friends or family to share a lively meal featuring classic dim sum and specialty dishes like charcoal grilled lamb chops in a spacious setting.

Lunch Gathering

Enjoy a casual midday meal with a variety of quick bites and traditional mains. Booking ahead is advisable to secure a table during busy lunch hours.

Late-Night Meal

Open into the evening, Gold Leaf serves late-night food options, perfect for a satisfying end-of-day meal with tea or cocktails.

Takeout Convenience

Those on the go can enjoy the convenience of takeout or delivery, with a menu full of sumptuous dishes ready to be enjoyed anywhere.

Solo Dining

Ideal for solo diners craving a warm atmosphere and a great selection of teas alongside favorites like steamed dim sum and egg tarts.

Special Occasion

Celebrate in the private dining room offering a refined spot for intimate gatherings or special family occasions with a diverse menu.

Best for

Popular for Lunch Ideal for Dinner Solo Dining Family & Groups Reservations Recommended 30 min – 1.5 hr Visit Great Tea Selection Wine & Cocktails

Guest sentiment

What People Feel

A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.

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Lingbo 2 week ago

"Fantastic food and service, but need to make a booking on weekend cuz they are very busy."

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Ho Thien Anh Doan 1 month ago

"I’m not a fan of this restaurant’s customer service. I waved to get a staff’s attention, and a young lady in her 20s came over and asked, “What do you want?” Overall though, the food is tasty. They have both heated trolleys and normal trolleys going around, so the food is always hot. The price is a little bit on the expensive side."

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Anh Thư Phạm 1 month ago

"Super busy and lively place with classic dim sum trolleys – such a fun experience! The food is delicious with so many dishes to try, perfect for sharing with family or friends. Make sure to book ahead, it’s always packed"

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Luna Lee 2 month ago

"Yum Cha from 1130am Good of fashion family run eatery. You will find the usual Chicken Feet for your collagen cravings, pork ribs, steam & fried dimsim, savoury pastry, various asian small dishes You will find the usual noisy buzz of chattery laughter as little food carts roll by with very friendly attentive staff offering all the various delights. Desperately lack of Yum Cha dining restaurants in West Melbourne but I do recommend Gold Leaf as a typical expected Chinese Yum Cha cuisine Watch out as you can easily blow your budget but welcome to take home leftovers Dessert: Custard tart pastry Mango pudding Rainbow jelly Soyabean curd warm ginger syrup is my favourite! Entrance just off Ballarat Rd actually on Hampshire Rd, plenty of free parking."

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Mer A. 2 month ago

"We live nearby but never had the chance to dine here until today. (This has been recommended to us by a friend) Food are fantastic and fairly priced. Staff/Waiter/Waitress are very attentive and nice. They offered us complimentary prawn crackers upon seated and gave us a plate of free fruits and 2 bowls of sweetened beans before we left. (Plus points for these freebies) It’s dinner time on a Wednesday so we get to enjoy the cozy and relaxing place in contrast to some of the reviews where they dine during peak hours/days when theres lot of people. Fresh oysters tasted wonderful We personally love the roasted pork neck and will come back just for this :p We also tried the combination dumplings plus oolong and Jasmin tea which are fairly great as well."

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Alice Wee 2 month ago

"Good experience, tried different variety of dishes for dimsum pretty good. We had suckling pig and jelly fish, fried taro scallop, almond prawn balls, seafood tofu and beef tripe combination. Food taste was average.."

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Gary Palar 3 month ago

"Classic chaotic yum cha experience. Dim sum here is tasty with plenty of variety, served via the busy cart system that adds to the atmosphere but can feel a bit chaotic. Better for a one-off outing than a regular spot - recommend trying a bit of everything, just keep an eye on the bill. Works best for groups of friends."

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Honest Reviews 3 month ago

"⭐⭐⭐⭐ (3.8/5) Overall: decent yumcha spot in the west. Classic foods and vibes. There are not many options for yumcha in the west compared to in the eastern suburbs. This place still offers all the classic yumcha dishes you can expect. I’d say it’s worth a visit if you’re here for the food and the experience, but do not expect great services Note that they have a 10% weekend surcharge. Parking is available and I’m not sure if a reservation is required, but we called the restaurant a day before to make a reservation. You can choose either the 11:30am slot or the 1pm slot. Food: pretty decent - not bad, not exceptional. We ordered 8 different items, which came to $114.40 (including the weekend surcharge). Edit - came here for a second time with a slightly bigger group (6 people) and the food was not as good as the first time - cold and inconsistent. Don’t think I’ll come back for a third time."

Visit info

When to Visit

Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.

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Weekly hours
Monday 11:30 AM - 03:00 PM 05:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM - 03:00 PM 05:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM - 03:00 PM 05:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM - 03:00 PM 05:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday 11:30 AM - 03:00 PM 05:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM - 03:00 PM 05:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM 05:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Hours may change. Please confirm with the business before visiting.

Best time to visit

Planning ahead ensures a smooth dining experience at this popular spot offering lunch, dinner, and yum cha service most days of the week.

Reservations recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner Visit duration typically 30 minutes to 1.5 hours Open daily: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM, then 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM (Sunday brunch starts at 11 AM) Late evening dining available until 10 PM Best to avoid peak times due to usual wait and busy atmosphere

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Where This Food Place Lives

Find your way to Gold Leaf in Victoria .

Address 491 Ballarat Rd, Sunshine VIC 3020, Australia
Phone +61 3 9311 1863
Area Victoria
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Questions answered

Food Place Questions

Find answers to common questions about Gold Leaf, a popular Chinese restaurant in Sunshine VIC. Learn about their menu, dining options, accessibility, and more.

Gold Leaf offers familiar Chinese dishes and yum cha in a spacious setting. The menu features dim sum, seafood, vegetarian options, and specialties like roast lamb chop and oyster omelette.

The restaurant is open daily with lunch and dinner sessions. Typical hours are 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, with Sunday opening from 11:00 AM.

Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, especially during peak times. The restaurant usually has a wait without prior booking.

Yes, Gold Leaf has a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating to accommodate guests with mobility needs.

Popular choices include steamed assorted dim sim, roast duck half, mango pudding, egg tart, sweet & sour pork, and beef tripe. The yum cha selection is especially praised.

Options include dine-in, takeout, delivery, and onsite services. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner with table or counter service in a casual atmosphere.

Various parking options are available including free parking lots and street parking, as well as paid parking facilities nearby.

Payments can be made using credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for customer convenience.

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