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Mr. Lam

Shop 205-207/25-29 Dixon St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

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Shop 205-207/25-29 Dixon St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 485 583 453
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 12:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mr. Lam

Tucked above Dixon Street, this lively Chinatown dining room satisfies serious cravings for authentic, tongue-numbing mala heat without breaking the bank. Shared feasts center on generous platters of fish fillet swimming in hot chili oil and Sichuan peppercorns, alongside crisp chili-fried chicken and delicate ginger-shallot lobster. Groups frequently crowd the roomy tables, balancing sinus-clearing spice with mild garlic greens, bubbling tofu stew, and sweet fried mantou before wrapping up with house-made black sesame tang yuan.

  • Authentic Mala Heat: Fiery plates like fish fillet in hot chili oil deliver an authentic, tongue-numbing Sichuan peppercorn buzz that can be dialed up or tempered on request.
  • Generous Group Feasts: Large shareable platters—from sizzling roast lamb chops on iron plates to fresh ginger-shallot lobster—offer generous portions at accessible prices.
  • Flexible Menu Options: Accommodating staff gladly tailor spice levels and offer non-spicy stews and vegetarian tofu variations to suit mixed dinner parties.
  • Sweet Finishes: Golden fried mantou and sweet black sesame tang yuan round out the meal to cool down palate heat.
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Why Diners Choose Mr. Lam

Authentic Sichuan numbing spice, customizable dishes, and shareable group dining in Chinatown

  • Authentic, Sinus-Clearing Mala Profiles

    Guests seeking true Sichuan heat experience signature dishes prepared with assertive chili oil and Sichuan peppercorns that deliver an authentic, tingling numbing kick.

    The flavors are super authentic, just like in China. The Mao Xue Wang is spot on—spicy, flavorful, and just the right numbing kick.

    Z X

  • Balanced Peppercorn Heat in Specialty Fish Dishes

    Tender fish fillets and simmered broths combine peppercorn punch with balanced depth, ensuring vibrant spice without losing textural nuance.

    The standout dish for me was the Fish Fillet with Sichuan Pepper in Hot Chili Oil—perfectly tender fish with just the right amount of numbing spice and heat.

    yu an

  • Adaptable Dishes for Dietary Preferences

    Diners who cannot tolerate intense chili can easily coordinate with staff to select non-spicy staples or tailor mixed stews by removing unwanted elements.

    We ordered three vegetarian dishes and I especially like the tofu dish. It was supposed to be “Seafood Tofu Stew” but we requested them to remove the seafood as one of our friends is vegetarian. Even the seafood was removed, the tofu stew is still very delicious.

    Monique Kwok

  • Generous Portions and High Value

    Tables enjoy substantial servings across noodle, meat, and vegetable dishes, providing generous family-style platters at accessible Chinatown pricing.

    This place served huge portions with a very filling with decent prices.

    SO

  • Effortless Accommodations for Large Gatherings

    Long tables, shareable dish formats, and private dining options make it easy to host large parties where everyone can sample widely across the menu.

    We booked last minute and got a long table for 12. While we couldn’t really mingle we all knew to order dishes to share and there was enough to just about everyone to sample.

    Anthony Tam

  • Comfortable Group Dining Across Diverse Spice Palates

    A broad menu of both fiery Sichuan specialties and milder regional Chinese plates ensures diverse groups can comfortably share a meal together.

    Mr. Lam has both spicy n non spicy dishes. Price wise, it can be $20-$40pp or higher depending on the dishes you order. (Jenny can help you choose especially if you can't have super hot & spicy food.)

    B L

Authentic Sichuan specialties and crowd favorites

  • Fish Fillet with Sichuan Pepper in Hot Chili Oil

    The standout dish for me was the Fish Fillet with Sichuan Pepper in Hot Chili Oil—perfectly tender fish with just the right amount of numbing spice and heat.

    yu an

  • Wontons in chilli oil

    The wontons in chilli oil is so so good with steamed rice 😋

    Marleigha Gomez

  • Lobster with ginger and shallots

    The lobster with ginger and shallots, and crab with vermicelli dishes are super fresh and yummy.

    Monique Kwok

  • Mao Xue Wang

    The Mao Xue Wang is spot on—spicy, flavorful, and just the right numbing kick.

    Z X

Other favorites

Desserts, sides, and accompaniments to round out your meal

  • Black Sesame Tang Yuan (Glutinous Rice Balls)

    Last but not least, the special homemade dessert “Black Sesame Tang Yuan (Glutinous Rice Balls)” was scrumptious.

    Monique Kwok

  • Fried bun

    And we do love the sweets (Fried bun and the sticks) !! So yum!!

    Tanya Q

  • Deep fried mushrooms

    deep fried mushrooms are unforgettable.

    _foodforlife95

  • Salted egg tofu

    Loved the salted egg tofu, golden mantou are a classic and the deep fried mushrooms are unforgettable.

    _foodforlife95

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful dietary accommodations, personalized menu guidance, and tailored spice levels at Mr. Lam

  • Flexible Recipe Modifications for Dietary Needs

    For patrons with dietary preferences, the kitchen readily modifies house recipes upon request, such as preparing the seafood tofu stew without seafood for vegetarian guests while preserving depth of flavor.

  • Guided Navigation for Non-Spicy Diners

    Front-of-house management takes time to guide diners through spice levels and menu selections, helping guests who cannot tolerate intense heat navigate non-spicy options with confidence.

  • Accommodating Group Celebrations

    For table celebrations and events, staff accommodate outside cakes and arrange seating for large gatherings with ease.

  • Customizable Peppercorn Intensity

    Guests can tailor their Sichuan heat intensity, with the kitchen offering to ramp up the Sichuan peppercorn level for true mala enthusiasts.

Before you head over

Essential guidance on reservations, spice levels, and group ordering

  • Reserve Ahead for Peak Hours

    Peak meal times often draw long lines; reserving a table in advance or arriving early helps you bypass a half-hour queue.

  • Customize Heat and Dietary Needs

    If dining with companions who cannot tolerate heavy heat or eat meat, request spice adjustments or non-spicy and vegetarian dish modifications with staff.

  • Order Communal Portions for Groups

    Generous, shareable plates like signature chili fish and lamb make it ideal to order communal dishes across larger groups.

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