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Kao Yiu Chinese Restaurant

Unit 1/19 Great Western Hwy, Blaxland NSW 2774, Australia

Recommended by 48 people

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Unit 1/19 Great Western Hwy, Blaxland NSW 2774, Australia

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+61 2 4739 3319
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Kao Yiu Chinese Restaurant

Affectionately known across the lower mountains as Eric’s Chinese, this Blaxland standby delivers nostalgic Australiana classics with generous portions and zero fuss. The pink-walled dining room fills fast with families carrying bottles picked up right next door. Kitchen staples hit the table piping hot—think crisp prawn toast, honey chicken, and combination omelettes, alongside wok-tossed satay beef safely adapted for coeliacs.

  • Easy BYO Setup: Diners can bring their own drinks, with a bottle shop located conveniently next door.
  • Coeliac-Friendly Options: Staff readily modify orders for coeliac diners, including dedicated preparation for satay beef.
  • Generous Classic Feeds: Plates come stacked with old-school favorites like honey chicken, fried rice, and combination omelettes.
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Why Choose Kao Yiu Chinese Restaurant

Why locals have trusted Eric's Chinese in Blaxland for decades

  • Generous portions with unbeatable value

    Diners consistently receive substantial, freshly cooked portions of classic Chinese dishes offering outstanding value.

    Food is so delicious, fresh and good serving sizes and prices are very good.

    Paula Coad

  • Accommodating gluten-free and coeliac dining

    The kitchen accommodates coeliac diners with dedicated gluten-free preparation without cross-contamination.

    I have coeliac disease and they always accommodate for gluten free with no bother. I have never been glutened here.

    Emma

  • Effortless BYO with bottle shop next door

    Customers enjoy convenient BYO dining with a neighboring bottle shop situated directly next door for easy planning.

    Easy BYO with a bottle shop next door, very friendly staff!

    Sliced Bread Reviews

  • Affordable feeds for group and family meals

    Large group takeaways and family dinners remain remarkably budget-friendly while feeding everyone abundantly.

    Got takeaway for 4 adults, cost less than $100 and it was so much food. It was very good value

    Cassandra Purvis

  • Long-standing trust and nostalgic comfort

    Decades of unchanging quality and familiar hospitality keep multi-generational patrons returning over the years.

    came here 10 years later as an adult today and I was very impressed with how good it still is

    Gm Enjoyer

  • Genuine family hospitality and care

    Warm, personal care from Eric and his team creates a dependable, welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.

    He's the friendliest owner around and he knows his craft. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough!!

    Rhys Finemore

Local favorites and classic Australian-Chinese dishes celebrated for quality and taste

  • Honey chicken

    fantastic cooked honey chicken

    Gm Enjoyer

  • Satay beef

    I love the satay beef dish

    Emma

  • Combination Omelette

    You must try their Combination Omelette! It’s godly

    Sliced Bread Reviews

  • Chicken and vegetables in oyster sauce

    I ordered the chicken and vegetables in oyster sauce and it was really good.

    Michael

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and personalized hospitality that make every dining experience memorable.

  • Coeliac-Safe Dietary Accommodation

    Accommodates coeliac diners with reliable, worry-free gluten-free preparation upon request.

  • Adjacent Bottle Shop BYO

    Convenient bring-your-own beverage dining with a dedicated bottle shop located right next door.

  • Custom Off-Menu Preparation

    Prepares beloved off-menu legacy dishes on request for long-time returning regulars.

  • Hands-On Owner Hospitality

    Affectionately known locally as Eric's Chinese, featuring hands-on, welcoming hospitality from owners Eric and Kitty.

Before you head over

Essential advice for planning your visit, booking tables, and dining seamlessly at Kao Yiu

  • Book Ahead for Weekends

    Weekend dining fills quickly alongside busy weeknight dinner rushes; book your table ahead to ensure your group gets seated.

  • BYO Drinks from Next Door

    Take advantage of the restaurant's BYO policy by picking up your favorite drinks from the bottle shop conveniently situated next door.

  • Dietary & Coeliac Requests

    Diners with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivities can request tailored wok preparation, with dedicated gluten-free options readily accommodated.

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