Rice Queen Oriental Diner and Bar

Rice Queen Oriental Diner and Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Marsha-lee

   Melbourne1 review

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a really great experience Natalia was fantastic host bottomless brunch was amazing
   

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   Tori

   Melbourne1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic service, our server was lovely and they went above and beyond to make sure my sisters birthday was amazing. Very grateful for our lovely dinner, food was beautiful. I recommend sitting outside, quieter and the heater is beautiful.
   

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   Aloka

   Melbourne3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Rice queen is one of my favourite places for a quiet dinner with friends or family. Quirky atmosphere and great food. Lovely people. ♥️
   

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   Jordan

   Melbourne1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 2 May 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Chef’s Tasting experience was really fun and the drinks were something special. What really stood out was the service from John. He was so nice and friendly which really added to the whole experience.
   

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   Angela

   Melbourne1 review

   4.0

   Dined on 30 April 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   This is the 4th time I’ve been to Rice Queen and have mostly had the “Vegan tasting experience” which includes 6 items and dessert for extra $$$. Unfortunately the one and only vegan dessert option had changed this time which wasn’t reflected on the menu, so was a bit disappointed (it was a matcha panacotta instead of a raspberry one) but overall service and the tasting menu is superb.
   

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   Emma

   Melbourne1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 23 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service was fantastic - from beginning til end. The communication was clear across the board. Food was great, portions were perfect. The feed me option was great and they were fantastic at catering to dietaries. Have heard great things about this venue for some time now and so was very much excited to attend for my birthday and my expectations were exceeded.
   

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   Victoria

   Melbourne1 review

   4.0

   Dined on 23 April 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Fun vibe, easy share food, the red lanterns and blossom decorations add to the ambience. We stepped out to celebrate the birthday of our 17 year old , she loves Rice Queen.
   

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   Eve

   Melbourne7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Consistently wonderful. Always great food, great service and great ambience.
   

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   Mayush

   Melbourne3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I booked a girls’ dinner date with my five besties. While we originally had a standard booking, we decided to switch to the Chef’s Tasting Experience — and wow, it was *marvellous*. This review is something we all fully agreed on! When I say the food was *amazingggg*, I mean it. Imagine perfectly balanced flavours, generous portions, and beautifully curated, yet simple presentation. I personally loved the vegan dumplings, green eggplant curry, and the coleslaw salad — such a unique and refreshing taste! My girls were obsessed with the dumplings, green eggplant curry, and chicken curry. Those were definitely the top hits of the night. We also explored their cocktail range. My personal favourite? *Spicy Road* — the bourbon in it was just the right kick. I can’t recall the names of the others, but there was one with a salty rim that really stood out — my girls raved about it! Ambience? *Million Dollar Baby* vibes. Service? *Absolute banger.* Special shoutout to GiGi — she truly elevated our dining experience. From patiently walking us through the menu and helping tailor it to our preferences, to recommending fab cocktails — all with such vibrant energy. Make sure to say hi to her if you go! Big love and thanks to the chefs and the entire team — what an incredible culinary experience!
   

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    Bianca

    Melbourne7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Always great! A never fail menu for me. Really tasty and only wish we ordered more and didn’t get rushed out. Party of 6 and only had the table for an hour and 45. We could have order double the food and triple the drinks if we’re able to stay on longer. However, will happily return again.
    

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