10 Chinese Restaurants in Brisbane

Australia has taken to sweet pork buns, or char siu bao as it's known in China. These small fluffy parcels of sweet-tasting stewed pork are enjoyed as a starter in Chinese restaurants across Brisbane. Hot pot is one of the latest dishes to make an impact with customers in Brisbane's Chinese restaurants. This robust recipe apparently originated with Mongolian horsemen in the far north of China. These hungry riders are said to have used their helmets to cook up the tasty hot pot broth over an open fire. Chunks of meat and vegetables in a powerful broth make for a hearty meal to satisfy even the biggest appetite. San choy bow with hoisin sauce is another dish that's growing in popularity. Deliciously spiced pork or chicken mixed with crunchy chopped vegetables and wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves make for a delicious little dish.

Getting bored with the same old breakfast? Then look out for Chinese restaurants in Brisbane serving delicious dim sum. Also known as yum cha, these restaurants serve tasty little dumplings along with pots of refreshing tea. Many of these dumplings are steamed and stuffed with pork or crab meat and served in a broth. Steamed chicken feet and pork ribs are also popular. Other dim sum dishes are fried to give a crispier texture and ordering a mixture of both gives the best of both worlds. The other main event is the tea. Many varieties are available and you can choose from favourites such as green or jasmine brews. You can have as many or as few dishes as you like and many Chinese restaurants in Brisbane will serve their dim sum from a trolley, so that you can see the different dishes on offer. Don't be afraid to just point if you're unsure what the dish is called!