Opening hours
| Monday | 11:30 am – 3 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am – 3 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am – 3 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am – 3 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am – 3 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am – 3 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am – 3 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address131 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Phone(03) 9021 1099
- Websiteredemperor.com.au
- CuisineChinese
131 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 · 560 m from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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About Red Emperor
Red Emperor is a Chinese restaurant in Melbourne, Victoria. You'll find it at 131 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, roughly 560 m from the Melbourne city centre.
Chinese restaurants are a fixture of every Australian suburb and country town, spanning Cantonese yum cha, fiery Sichuan, Shanghainese dumplings and the classic Aussie-Chinese favourites generations have grown up with. Banquets and share-style dining are the norm.
Red Emperor is open 7 days; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Melbourne? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Ginza Teppanyaki and Orchids Garden.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature Chinese dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to Red Emperor
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Ginza Teppanyaki 🍣 Japanese · 139 Little Bourke Street, Greek Precinct20 mW · 1 min walk
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Orchids Garden 🥟 Chinese · 119-121 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne30 mE · 1 min walk
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3
Shanghai Street Xiaolongbao And Dumpling 🥟 Chinese · 146-148 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne30 mNW · 1 min walk
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4
Golden Orchids 🍽️ International · East End Theatre District30 mNE · 1 min walk
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5
Japanese Gyoza Bar 🍣 Japanese · 115 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District40 mE · 1 min walk
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Famous Hot Pot 🥟 Chinese · Greek Precinct40 mW · 1 min walk
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Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill 🍣 Japanese · 152 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne40 mW · 1 min walk -
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Empress of China 🥟 Chinese · 120 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne40 mNE · 1 min walk -
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Famous Hotpot & BBQ 🍽️ International · 113 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District40 mE · 1 min walk
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Shoya 🍽️ International · East End Theatre District50 mE · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Melbourne
Melbourne is home to 536 places to eat in our guide. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, japanese restaurants. Within 25 km of Red Emperor there are 8,503 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include East End Theatre District (180 m), Greek Precinct (190 m), Koreatown (1.1 km), Carlton (1.3 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Red Emperor located?
Red Emperor is located at 131 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000. It is about 560 m from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Red Emperor?
Red Emperor is open 7 days. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Red Emperor serve?
Red Emperor serves Chinese cuisine. Browse our Chinese menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Red Emperor?
You can reach Red Emperor by phone on (03) 9021 1099, by email at [email protected] or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Red Emperor?
The closest venue is Ginza Teppanyaki, about 20 m to the west (1 min walk). Other close options include Orchids Garden (30 m), Shanghai Street Xiaolongbao And Dumpling (30 m), Golden Orchids (30 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Red Emperor?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Fancy Hank's Barbecue Restaurant (Steakhouse & Grill, 230 m), Shark Fin Inn (Chinese, 230 m), Frenchie (French, 470 m).
Where else can I find Chinese food near Melbourne?
Other Chinese venues close by include Shanghai Village Dumpling House (60 m), Flower Drum (60 m), Crystal Jade (60 m).
How many restaurants are there in Melbourne?
Our guide lists 536 places to eat in Melbourne, most commonly cafés & brunch (146), international restaurants (64), japanese restaurants (47). Within 25 km there are 8,503 venues in total.