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Leura Chinese Restaurant

145 Leura Mall, Leura NSW 2780, Australia

Recommended by 74 people

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145 Leura Mall, Leura NSW 2780, Australia

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+61 2 4784 1722
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Leura Chinese Restaurant

Step straight into a 1980s Cantonese dining room on Leura Mall, where hearty retro staples bring instant warmth after chilly mountain walks. Long-time owner Shirley greets tables with easy familiarity, keeping glasses filled—BYO wine is welcome—while the kitchen fires up sesame prawn toast, honey chicken, and sizzling Mongolian lamb. Diners prize the fried rice for its pronounced wok hei, best followed by a globe of deep-fried ice cream.

  • Decades of Family Hospitality: Operated by Shirley and Phil for over three decades, welcoming guests with warm, attentive dining-room service.
  • 1980s Australian-Chinese Classics: Features nostalgic Cantonese classics like sizzling Mongolian lamb, sesame prawn toast, honey chicken, and deep-fried ice cream.
  • BYO-Friendly Dining: Guests can bring their own wine to pair with hearty, shareable family dishes.
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Reasons to Dine at Leura Chinese Restaurant

Why diners and Blue Mountains explorers make Leura Chinese Restaurant their comforting destination

  • Nostalgic 1980s Retro Dining

    Guests step into an authentic 1980s-era Cantonese dining room serving beloved classics like prawn toast, special fried rice, and sizzling Mongolian lamb.

    We loved stepping back into the 80s, with the old favourites.

    Karen Binstadt

  • Childhood Flavors Cooked with Genuine Care

    Traditional dishes are cooked with authentic wok hei, care, and consistent recipes that have delighted mountain diners for decades.

    Deeply satisfying, old-school Chinese done beautifully. Bold, nostalgic flavours that take you straight back to childhood, but cooked with real care and consistency.

    Tara Green

  • Warm Broths to Thaw Cold Mountain Weather

    Chilly travellers and hikers finding respite in Leura can warm up with rich, hot broths and noodle soups bursting with umami.

    The broth was rich, full of flavour, and packed with umami — exactly what I needed on a cold day!

    Claire

  • The Ideal Post-Hike Mountain Refuel

    Piping-hot lunch specials featuring freshly wok-fried rice and savory mains offer immediate comfort after long mountain hikes.

    What a fantastic find after a 5 hour hike. Don’t be fooled by the simple decor - this place is awesome.

    Simone S

  • Abundant Feasts for Family and Group Travel

    Generous shareable portions and exceptional pricing make feeding the entire family or travelling group effortless and affordable.

    Five of us came to the restaurant on Sat night and all agreed that it was a truly fantastic meal. All of the food was fresh and delicious.

    R W

  • BYO Wine and Welcoming Group Tables

    BYO wine capability and value-packed dinner courses let groups gather for memorable, budget-friendly celebrations together.

    No problem getting a table for the 5 of us at 6.45pm. It is also BYO wine which was a bonus.

    Michelle D

Classic Cantonese favorites and nostalgic retro-Chinese staples cooked fresh with genuine wok hei

  • Special Fried Rice

    you must try their Special Fried rice it is truly special

    Trent J Cohen

  • Sizzling Mongolian Lamb

    We shared sizzling Mongolian lamb which was beautiful. Very tender and great flavour

    Karen Binstadt

  • Honey Chicken

    the Honey Chicken is amazing and is my recommendation

    Todd Milton

  • Sesame Prawn Toast

    We ordered sesame prawn toast for entrees- a favourite for us. Reasonable 6 pieces and tasty.

    Michelle D

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that define dining at Leura Chinese Restaurant

  • Personal Owner Greetings at the Table

    Co-owner Shirley visits tables in the dining room to introduce herself, chat with diners, and welcome families back across decades of visits.

  • Surprise Birthday Celebration Desserts

    When guests visit to celebrate a birthday, Shirley surprises the table with complimentary deep-fried ice cream.

  • BYO Wine Option

    Guests dining in the restaurant can bring their own wine to accompany nostalgic Chinese favorites.

  • Freshly Made Lunchtime Specials

    For a hot, budget-friendly mountain refuel, the kitchen serves lunchtime specials cooked fresh to order with fried or steamed rice for $12.50.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to arrive for dinner?

Arriving right when dinner opens around 5:00 PM is highly recommended. As the dining room fills up later in the evening, service can slow down considerably and wait times lengthen.

What are the most popular dishes to order?

The restaurant serves traditional Cantonese and retro Australian-Chinese favourites, with diners frequently recommending the sizzling Mongolian lamb, honey chicken, special fried rice, prawn toast, and deep-fried ice cream.

Can you bring your own wine?

Yes, diners note that you can bring your own wine (BYO wine) to enjoy with your meal.

How large are the portion sizes?

Portions are generous and well-balanced, comfortably feeding hungry diners and groups at reasonable prices. Expect hearty, satisfying servings rather than small tasting plates.

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