With a multicultural community and a thriving food scene, Newcastle always has something new to offer. Discovering some of its best and most-loved Asian restaurants is a gastronomic treat.
Nagisa
Head to Newcastle’s harbour-side dining precinct to be treated to Nagisa’s modern take on traditional Japanese. With shared plates, teppanyaki, sushi and sashimi, nothing is missed. Enjoy Chilli Pork Ramen, Prawn, Pork and Vege Gyoza, Chicken Karaage, Dengaku Eggplant and Kingfish Carpaccio washed down with a fantastic range of rare Japanese craft beers, whisky and sake.
N2 The Boardwalk, 1 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle
Nagisa will have you craving more Japanese. Try these recipes to impress your next dinner guests: Ponzu Stir-Fried Pork and Vegetables, Pan-Fried Chicken Thigh In Yakitori Sauce, Miso Glazed Eggplant.
VietKing Vietnamese Restaurant
If traditional Vietnamese is your thing, you’ll love this local favourite on one of Newcastle’s busiest eat streets. Don’t miss the signature dish Banh Xeo Chi 9 (or ‘Sister 9 pancakes’)—authentic crispy pancakes with prawn, pork, shallots, bean sprouts, mung bean, coconut cream and selected Vietnamese herbs. They also do steamboat and table top BBQs, so grab some friends and make it a party!
116 Darby St, Cooks Hill
Enjoy VietKing? Why not recreate your Vietnamese experience in the comfort of your home with these recipes: Banh Xeo, Ca Kho Dua, Banh Cuon.
Kinn Thai
Located on the roof top of Westfield Kotara, Kinn Thai is the place to enjoy wonderfully delicious Thai with a Chang beer, mojito or a Thai-friendly white wines like Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Sauv Blanc. You can’t go past the petite Satay Chicken, Pad See Ew, Tamarind Pork Rib, Chilli Jam Crispy Soft Shell Crabs and the Gang Phed Ped Yang—a rich red curry of roasted duck with lychee, pineapple, cherry tomato and basil leaves. Yum!
Shop R3007 Westfield Kotara, Cnr Northcott Dr & Park Ave, Kotara
From the scent of the fresh herbs to the amazing taste, there is no doubt you’ll want more Thai food after Kinn Thai. Try these recipes to satisfy your Thai cravings: Pad See Euw, Pad Cha Beef, Crispy Pork Belly.
Vistana Malaysian Restaurant
With its open-kitchen style cooking, Vistana Malaysian Restaurant leads dinners right into the action, delivering a fantastic selection of dishes that are rich, spicy and full of surprises!
Make sure you try the Roti served with curry sauce, Beef Rendang, Nyonya Assam Prawns, Salt & Pepper Prawns, and of course the Malaysia’s all-time favourite dish—Laksa.
115 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown
The taste of flavourful curries and fragrant spices will have you wanting more. Share this experience with friends and family with these authentic Malaysian recipes: Malaysian Lemongrass Prawn Curry, Malaysian Chicken Curry Laksa, Malaysian White Curry Chicken.
New Shanghai
Order a pot of Chinese tea or maybe a Tsing Tao beer and settle in for a taste of New Shanghai. There’s so much to choose from that it’s best to go with family and friends so you get the full experience. Signature Xiao Long Bao (dumplings with deliciously hot broth inside) are a must. Other standout dishes include the Drunken Chicken with Shanghai Cold Noodles, Pork Belly Steamed Buns, Pot Sticker Dumplings, Stir-Fried Clams in X.O Sauce, Sautéed Spinach with Garlic, and Shanghai Crispy Turnip Cakes.
Charlestown Square, 1035 Pearson St, Charlestown
Who can resist great Chinese food? New Shanghai’s authentic dishes will certainly have you wanting more. Try these recipes at home to relive your authentic Chinese cuisine experience: Chinese Scallion Pancakes, Suan La Tang (Hot and Sour Soup).
Asa-Don
Located a couple of doors down from the Tower Cinemas, Asa-Don is a small team of passionate food lovers, led by Asako Dalby, here to spread the experience of homemade Japanese eating. In addition to fantastically fresh sushi, you’ll be treated to a delicious menu, including Tori Katsu Don, Yasai Ten Udon, and Karaage Curry Rice!
179 King St, Newcastle
The taste of delicious pork katsu will seriously have you craving for more. Try these simple and easy Japanese don dishes in the convenience of your home: Oyakodon, Gyudon, Pork Katsu Kare.
House of Korea
For those searching for traditional Korean food, House of Korea is the place to be. It’s located above the Little Swallows on Beaumont street, another of the city’s busy and popular dining precincts. Head upstairs and you’ll be able to eat kimchi, Bulgogi, Bibimbap and Korean BBQ to your heart’s content.
54 Beaumont St, Hamilton
House of Korea leave you curious for more Korean? Have a little bit of Seoul right in your kitchen with these recipes: Samgyetang, Songi Sanjeok Gui, Galbijjim.
Hooi’s Recipe
Tucked away in suburbia, the quaint and super friendly Hooi’s is somewhat of a local icon, serving eat-in and takeaway Malaysian, Chinese and Thai cuisine for over 20 years. Here you’ll enjoy family favourites, like crispy Spring Rolls and Roti, Salt & Pepper Squid, Chicken Satay, Laksa Udang, Nasi Goreng, Beef Rendang, and countless sambal and curry dishes.
55 Joslin St, Kotara
Why not recreate authentic Asian dishes with recipes like Malaysian Beef Rendang, Salt and Pepper Squid, Malaysian Sambal Chicken.
Time for Dumplings
Dumpling houses are popping up all over Newcastle. Nan’s Dumpling Time is the original, serving simply delicious dim sum for the family in a spacious restaurant tucked away at the end of the Piazza Arcade in Beaumont Street. Just a few blocks away, Dumpling Story has been wowing diners with their freshly steamed dumplings and Chinese beers, while Dumpling Flavour has recently opened on Darby Street—their Lamb and Carrot Dumplings are proving to be a hit!
- Nan’s Dumpling Time, 4/79 Beaumont St, Hamilton
- Dumpling Story, 52 Cleary St, Hamilton
- Dumpling Flavour, 88 Darby St, Cooks Hill
Who can resist a good dumpling? Perfect your very own dumpling with this recipe: Pork Dumplings with Prawn and Chives.
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