Restaurant
Steam King Restaurant
5/203-209 Thomas St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
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5/203-209 Thomas St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
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Tucked away in Haymarket, this calm Cantonese dining room trades rapid stir-fries for hours-long slow double-steaming. Broths arrive clear and deeply restorative—steamed for hours in individual ceramic vessels with chicken, fish maw, and dried scallop to unlock pure, concentrated flavor without heavy grease. Regulars drop in through the afternoon for classic double-boiled tonics, whole golden pumpkins mounded with seafood fried rice, and tender steamed prawns over garlic noodles. Tables surrounded by traditional wooden screens keep family gatherings relaxed and conversation quiet. The kitchen stays open continuously from morning to night, offering a peaceful respite over glossy sweet and sour pork ribs and warm papaya with bird's nest.
- Traditional Double-Steamed Soups: Individual earthenware pots simmered for hours with ingredients like fish maw, dried scallop, and free-range chicken for clean, restorative depth.
- Continuous All-Day Kitchen Hours: Unlike split-shift Chinatown dining rooms, the kitchen serves hot broths and family-style mains continuously straight through the afternoon.
- Serene Teahouse Atmosphere: A tranquil, traditional setting with classic wooden furnishings and quiet background music suited for multi-generational meals.
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Why Choose Steam King Restaurant
Slow double-steamed broths and traditional Cantonese comfort in Chinatown
Authentic Slow Double-Steamed Tonics
Specialized multi-hour steaming extracts clear, pure nourishment from ingredients like dried fish maw, scallops, and free-range chicken without needing hours of preparation at home.
Light, nourishing broth that’s double-steamed for hours. The flavour is incredibly pure and comforting.
Devina Safira All-Day Kitchen Without Afternoon Closure
Continuous kitchen service throughout the day provides authentic slow-simmered nourishment and home-style Cantonese fare whenever dining schedules run irregular.
从早开到晚无厨房下午休是个很大的惊喜！适合用餐时间不固定的人。
kevinmosto Deeply Restorative Comfort
Carefully balanced restorative soups gently revive the body and settle fatigue after long work days or extensive travel.
I’d just come back from a trip, and the chicken soup was so comforting — it really warmed me from the inside.
Ngt21 Soothing Mindful Respite
A peaceful, tranquil dining environment offers an unhurried sanctuary to unwind away from urban bustle.
連碗碟都十分配合意境。BGM大部分曲風清揚，讓人不禁沈浸其中，安靜享受美味！
Zhou nyin Welcoming Family-Style Dining
A warm, inviting setting and gentle, wholesome Cantonese dishes comfortably welcome family members and companions across multiple generations.
The atmosphere felt warm and inviting, making it a great spot for family meals or gatherings.
Yupi bites Wholesome Multi-Course Banquets
Shared tables feature diverse, crowd-pleasing Cantonese classics from golden pumpkin seafood rice to crispy sweet and sour ribs that satisfy all ages.
My family enjoyed the meal so much. We ordered the Steamed King Chicken Wonton Soup, Steamed Prawns with Garlic and Glass Noodles, and the Double Steamed Chicken Soup with Abalone and Dried Fish Maw
Angie Wiyaniputri
Most popular items
Signature slow-simmered broths and time-honored Cantonese main courses
Double Steamed Chicken Soup with Fish Maw and Scallop
Light, nourishing broth that’s double-steamed for hours. The flavour is incredibly pure and comforting.
Devina Safira Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs
Crispy ribs coated in a glossy sweet and tangy sauce. Classic and satisfying.
Devina Safira Pumpkin Seafood Fried Rice
The highlight of the night was definitely the pumpkin seafood fried rice, served inside a whole golden pumpkin. The rice was fragrant and generously filled with seafood, while the pumpkin added a subtle natural sweetness that made the dish unique and memorable.
Yupi bites Amber Walnut King Prawns with Mayo
The amber walnut king prawns were juicy and perfectly coated in creamy mayo with crunchy walnuts
Yupi bites
Other favorites
Traditional desserts, herbal jellies, and balancing teas to complete your meal
Steamed Birds' Nest with Whole Papaya
For dessert, I had bird’s nest with papaya — warm, fragrant, and so soothing. It’s known to be popular in Chinese culture for beauty and nourishment, which made it feel even more special !!
Ngt21 Sweet Dumplings with Almond Paste
We finished with Sweet Dumplings with Almond Paste and Herbal Jelly.
Angie Wiyaniputri Chrysanthemum Tea with Qizi
Light and refreshing, perfect to balance the meal.
Devina Safira Herbal Jelly (Gui Ling Gao)
喝汤配苦苦的古法龟苓膏🍮 瞬间感觉火气都降下来了哈哈哈
Yui D
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the signature dishes to order?
Steam King is renowned for its traditional Cantonese slow double-steamed tonic broths, such as chicken soup with fish maw, dried scallop, and abalone or varieties served in a whole coconut. Many diners pair their soup with signature dishes like the golden pumpkin seafood fried rice or sweet and sour pork ribs.
Does the kitchen close between lunch and dinner?
The restaurant is open continuously from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily without closing the kitchen in the afternoon, making it convenient if you eat outside standard lunch and dinner windows.
Is the restaurant suited for large group dining?
Guests note the dining space is tranquil and best suited for smaller parties of up to four people, though advance reservations can be made if you are planning to dine together.
Can you bring your own drinks?
Customers mention that guests can bring their own drinks (BYO) when dining with friends.
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