2026-09-11T11:20:28.825Z

A 10 course degustation unequalled by anything I've encountered. A bit of a rare treat. You've got try this place.

2026-09-06T04:20:31.407Z

2026-08-18T17:15:16.051Z

I track calories and an app found this place by scanning my food photos. The meat skewer fit my remaining calories and had good protein. The service was efficient in this space.

2026-08-16T11:29:29.399Z

Another lovely vegan experience, having Yum Cha at the amazing Shu restaurant. Very cool and creative interior, would love to come back one night to see it all lit up. Our luncheon was really delicious and tasty, with multiple courses served up with good conversation reals in between. Can’t wait to come back👍🏽❤️

2026-08-14T10:38:05.710Z

Good quality vegan restaurant. Small portion but full of flavour.

2026-08-09T08:05:04.448Z

Spectacularly good! Like Yellow in Sydney, each mouthful of our amazing degustation banquet was a flavour explosion. The winelist is very well curated. The staff are very friendly and lovely. We loved the funky decor too.

2026-08-06T00:01:30.659Z

Had the best time here! Shu made us feel so welcome straight away. He’s such a fun, vibrant person and you can feel that energy in the whole place. We did the ten-course vegan degustation and every dish was creative, beautifully plated, and full of flavor. Very personal and unlike anything we’ve had before. You can tell how much heart goes into everything there, such a cool little spot with an amazing vibe. Thanks Shuu for such a memorable evening. We’ll definitely be back!!

2026-07-31T00:07:03.539Z

While visiting Melbourne, I spent quite a bit of time researching where to celebrate with a special dinner, and SHU kept rising to the top. We booked the 10-course degustation with matched drinks, hoping it would live up to its reputation. It exceeded every expectation.This wasn’t simply a meal—it was one of the most thoughtfully curated dining experiences I’ve had. Every course arrived beautifully presented, but the real surprise was how each dish managed to outdo the one before it. We’d find ourselves saying, “That has to be my favourite,” only for the next plate to arrive and completely change our minds. Between bites we kept looking back at the menu, trying to identify the different flavours and ingredients because there was so much happening in every dish.The matched cocktails and wines felt like an integral part of the experience rather than simply an accompaniment. Each pairing was introduced with an explanation of why it had been chosen, and it genuinely elevated the food. The pacing of the degustation was excellent too—ten courses felt satisfying without ever becoming overwhelming.What really made the evening memorable, though, was the hospitality. Shu welcomed us personally, explained every course with genuine enthusiasm, and created an atmosphere that felt relaxed, warm and completely unpretentious despite the exceptional standard of the food. Before we left, we made a point of thanking the team personally for such a memorable evening.We enjoyed the experience so much that we returned on another visit to order from the à la carte menu, simply because there were so many dishes we still wanted to try. It was every bit as impressive as the degustation.You certainly don’t have to be looking specifically for plant-based cuisine to appreciate this restaurant. The food is creative, beautifully balanced and simply outstanding. Even people who would normally gravitate towards meat dishes would, I think, be impressed by the depth of flavour, imagination and craftsmanship in every plate.Years later, it’s still one of the first restaurants that comes to mind when I think about truly memorable dining experiences in Melbourne.

2026-07-21T07:05:12.858Z

My second home!! Stunning food that never misses the mark and always gets me excited

2026-07-12T22:34:37.539Z

Went to SHU for my birthday and had a great experience. Tasty and creative food, a great atmosphere and really friendly staff.

2026-07-04T12:51:16.832Z

2026-06-25T12:13:40.457Z

Genuinely so good! 10-course menu is fantastic - you don’t need vegan to enjoy it, I’m not vegan and it was genuinely one of the best meals I’ve had!Every dish was so creatively presented, the whole place was really well styled and the people were lovely - no changes

2026-06-18T10:43:10.049Z

Great place, atmosphere and service

2026-06-16T06:40:45.842Z

2026-06-12T10:44:07.237Z

The best!

2026-06-08T14:14:12.049Z

Amazing food. The vegan degustation was delicious. Friendly and helpful staff. Cant wait to go again!

2026-06-05T21:57:25.016Z

I had a pleasant experience here. As a vegan, I found a good variety of dishes to explore, which was a pleasant surprise! 🌱 The atmosphere was inviting and the service was efficient. The meal timing, which lasted about 3 hours, felt a bit lengthy. I think a 2-hour dining experience would be more ideal. I'd also suggest adding spice indicators and serving hot dishes first. 🔥😋.

2026-05-28T01:15:12.000Z

Splendid decor and Fabulous food

2026-05-22T12:15:17.335Z

amazing amazing food!!!!!

2026-05-20T23:07:58.866Z

I'm always searching for a vegan dining experience in Melbourne and I'm already looking forward to another SHU visit. The unique style greets you on entry and the food is as creative as the décor. I was grateful for gentle background music which didn't interrupt our chat, unique dishes designed and prepared by owner chef SHU and our friendly and most helpful waiter Trent.

2026-05-20T13:22:06.523Z

Excellent service, divine food and beautiful decor with great music. Also very reasonably priced

2026-05-08T10:43:47.973Z

Suprise me with the dishes even I'm not a vegan or vegetarian 👍 they know what they doing, but the cocktail is not my cup of tea 🤞

2026-04-18T06:40:04.847Z

This was my first time trying vegan yum cha, and as a non-vegan, I went in feeling quite skeptical. But after trying ten different dishes, I was absolutely blown away!Every single dish was executed to a remarkably high standard and was incredibly creative. I was amazed at how they used unexpected ingredients to craft such delicious food.The sauces were perfectly balanced; every flavor profile hit the mark without any single note overpowering the rest. The vegetables were cooked to perfection as well, allowing you to experience a wonderful variety of textures within a single dish.This is easily in the top three vegan restaurants I’ve tried in Melbourne. I highly recommend it to anyone who hasn't been but is curious to try. Even if you aren't vegan—just like me—the creativity and dedication they put into their food make it absolutely worth every penny.

2026-04-16T10:59:06.715Z

The 10 course degustation with paired drinks is a magical ride...both my partner & l left feeling SO glad we went.The night we went it was all couples, nice vobe....looking around they all looked to savouring each dish (as we were).The spacing between dishes/drinks was perfect.Shu was serving us, & he is a total gem🌟Also it's such a cool luminous space.Absolutely recommend this place whether you are vegan or not ⚡⚡⚡

2026-04-11T04:34:58.344Z

Vegan yum cha - must try! It was great and Shu is so lovely. Would love to try a degustation dinner one day. We will be back.

2026-04-03T22:41:21.052Z

Creative, unique, unforgettable

2026-03-22T04:29:47.268Z

10 courses was a great night out. Lovely flavours, good pacing and variety. Drinks were good too

2026-03-18T08:06:01.568Z

Wonderful experience at Shu for their dégustation menu. And wine pairing. Something different which is difficult to find. Very friendly staff.

2026-03-14T02:34:47.396Z

Came for the 10-course degustation last Friday and had the perfect evening. It was honestly the best meal out we’ve had in a long time. Special mention to the British servers who made the night extra special – fantastic service and incredible food.

2026-03-01T09:47:39.010Z

Such a shame that a vegan restaurant can't keep its plants alive. Come on guys, even if you just remove the dead ones it will help