Lanterns, Dumplings & Hidden Gems: A Chinatown Adelaide Day for Foodies & First-Timersl

"One Day in Adelaide’s Chinatown: A Flavour-Packed Urban Escape" Location Tag: Adelaide Chinatown, Gouger Street, Adelaide SA 5000 --- Morning: Cultural Walk & Yum Cha Start Start Time: 9:00 AM Start Point: Moonta Street Arch (Main Entrance to Chinatown) Explore the Moonta Street Laneway Admire the vibrant red archways, hanging lanterns, and lion statues. Take photos early when the street is less crowded. **Breakfast at Ying Chow Restaurant Address: 114 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000 Famous for its authentic Cantonese dishes and fast service. Try the pork buns and congee. Avg. Spend: $15–$20 per person Tip: They open early and are loved by locals. --- Late Morning: Asian Groceries & Dessert Stop Visit: Kuo Chi Oriental Supermarket Address: 32-34 Moonta St, Adelaide SA 5000 Pick up snacks, exotic drinks, and unique souvenirs from across Asia. Next Stop: St. Louis Dessert Bar Address: 19 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000 Try a Hong Kong bubble waffle topped with ice cream or their signature rosewater panna cotta. --- Lunch: Dumpling Feast at Dumpling King Time: 12:30 PM Address: 85 Grote St, Adelaide SA 5000 Try: Pork xiao long bao, spicy wontons, fried chicken dumplings. Avg. Spend: $20–$25 per person Atmosphere: Casual, always busy with locals and students. --- Afternoon: Museum & Teahouse Break Walk to: South Australian Museum Location: North Terrace (15 min walk or 5 min Uber) Explore Asian exhibits and Aboriginal artifacts. Then: Zen House Vegetarian Yum Cha & Tea Bar Address: 17-19 Bent St, Adelaide SA 5000 Relax with floral teas or Chinese herbal drinks in a peaceful setting. --- Evening: Dinner & Night Vibes Dinner at: Wah Hing Chinese Restaurant Address: Upstairs, 85 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000 Modern Chinese with a view—perfect for a relaxed end to the day. Try: Salt and pepper eggplant, crispy duck, and lychee cocktails. --- Nightcap (Optional): Soi 38 or Bar Peripheral For a chic Asian-inspired cocktail bar atmosphere: Soi 38 – Thai street food & modern drinks Bar Peripheral – Craft cocktails near Central Market -