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Illawong Chinese & Seafood Restaurant

273 Fowler Rd, Illawong NSW 2234, Australia

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273 Fowler Rd, Illawong NSW 2234, Australia

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+61 2 9543 2422
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Illawong Chinese & Seafood Restaurant

Expect proper Cantonese cooking with serious Chinatown pedigree right in the Shire. A Golden Century alum runs the kitchen, turning out generous suburban classics with exceptional technique. regulars rely on the handmade steamed har gow and sizzling plates, while family tables fill up fast for combination short soup and Peking-style shredded beef. Takeaway moves briskly at the counter—order the braised duck with mushrooms alongside four seasons green beans blistered straight from the wok.

  • Golden Century Pedigree: The kitchen is steered by a former chef from Sydney institution Golden Century.
  • House-Made Dim Sum: Handcrafted steamed prawn dumplings prepared fresh in-house rather than pre-frozen.
  • Generous Family Feasts: Big portions of Cantonese suburban staples like short soup and Peking-style beef built for family sharing.
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Why Dine With Us

Discover why local families and Cantonese food enthusiasts choose Illawong Chinese & Seafood Restaurant.

  • Institution-Trained Culinary Leadership

    Led by culinary background from Sydney's iconic Golden Century, the kitchen delivers authentic Cantonese wok dishes and classic dining favorites with deep flavor.

    The current chef used to be the chef at the renowned Golden Century which is all you need to know.

    J K

  • House-Made Steamed Dumplings

    Handcrafted fresh on site, the delicate prawn dim sum deliver distinct texture and flavor that stand apart from mass-produced suburban offerings.

    You can tell the prawn dumplings were made inhouse.

    Bailey

  • Hospitality That Treats You Like Family

    Guests are met with genuine suburban warmth and attentive hospitality that make neighborhood diners feel cherished and at home.

    serves honest, flavour-packed food and treats you like family

    April

  • Nostalgic Cantonese Comfort

    Faithful preparation of traditional suburban Cantonese dishes revives fond local dining memories while exceeding modern standards.

    Awesome flavours and it brought back nostalgic memories of when Bill used to run this place back in the old days during its hey days.

    J K

  • Accommodating Group & Birthday Celebrations

    Spacious arrangements and welcoming banquet hospitality make the venue well-suited for extended family birthdays and group festivities.

    We recently held a special birthday lunch with a group of friends and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food!!

    Angela S

  • Neighborhood Multi-Generational Gathering Spot

    A cherished local establishment where multiple generations gather comfortably for reliable, relaxed dinners without cooking.

    A family business and an absolute treasure close to home!

    Helen Marina

Beloved Cantonese classics prepared with culinary skill and fresh ingredients

  • Steamed Prawn Dumplings

    The steamed prawn dumplings are to die for they just melt in your mouth.

    Anne Madden

  • Prawn Chow Mein

    the prawn chowmien is a must try if you aren’t sure what to order.

    Helen Marina

  • Braised Duck with Mushrooms

    Braised Duck with Mushrooms and Mongolian Lamb with Fried rice everything was fresh

    Alaina Short

  • Shredded Crispy Beef Peking Style

    The Green beans mince and Shreded Crispy beef pecking style standout dish, was a highlight – perfectly cooked and bursting with taste

    April

Before you head over

Tips for ordering standout dishes and planning your visit

  • Order the in-house dumplings

    For starters or takeaway snacks, prioritize the steamed prawn dumplings, which are made in-house and noted for melt-in-your-mouth freshness.

  • Revisit for the updated kitchen

    If you have not dined here recently, the kitchen has been revitalized under a former Golden Century chef, making classic banquet favorites and nostalgic staples worth revisiting.

  • Plan group celebrations

    The spacious dining room and accommodating team make this location well suited for hosting family birthday celebrations and group gatherings without stress.

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