Golden Horse restaurant BBQ roasted meats hanging in the display window
Open Daily 10am – 10pm

Authentic Chinese Dining in the Heart of Footscray

Yum cha, BBQ roasted meats, fresh seafood & more — loved by families across Melbourne's west since day one.

10am – 10pm Daily
Footscray, VIC
★ 3.6226 Google Reviews

About Us

A Family-Run Taste of Traditional Chinese Cuisine

Golden Horse Seafood & BBQ Chinese Restaurant has been a staple of Footscray's vibrant dining scene, bringing the warmth and flavours of traditional Chinese cooking to Melbourne's west.

We are a family-run restaurant that takes pride in our authentic yum cha (dim sum) served fresh from the kitchen, our expertly roasted BBQ meats, and our hearty seafood dishes — all at prices that make dining out accessible for everyone.

Whether you're gathering for a weekend yum cha brunch, picking up roasted meats to take home, or settling in for a full dinner with family, you're always welcome at our table.

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Multiple bamboo steamers of yum cha dim sum dishes on a table at Golden Horse Restaurant
Freshly steamed siu mai dumplings in a bamboo steamer
Platter of BBQ roasted meats including char siu, duck and chicken

Open Every Day

10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, seven days a week — lunch and dinner, always ready.

Footscray Local

Located at 184–188/81 Hopkins Street, Footscray VIC 3011 — easy to find in the heart of the community.

226+ Google Reviews

Rated 3.6 stars across hundreds of reviews — a well-known neighbourhood favourite.

Our Menu

Traditional Chinese Cuisine, Freshly Prepared

From morning yum cha to evening seafood feasts, our kitchen offers a full spread of authentic Chinese dishes for the whole family to enjoy.

Daily dim sum spread with bamboo steamers and pan-fried dumplings on display

Yum Cha & Dim Sum

Fresh, made-to-order yum cha served daily. From silky steamed har gow and siu mai to crispy fried dumplings — a classic Chinese dim sum experience.

Sliced BBQ roasted pork belly on a white plate with pickled vegetables

BBQ Roasted Meats

Our signature BBQ meats are roasted to perfection in-house. Choose from succulent roasted duck, char siu BBQ pork, crispy roasted pork belly, and roasted chicken.

Stir-fried lobster with ginger and scallion sauce garnished with fresh coriander

Stir-Fried Seafood

Fresh seafood wok-fried with bold Chinese sauces. Our kitchen prepares lobster, prawns, and a variety of seasonal seafood dishes with traditional techniques.

Bowl of smooth congee rice porridge — a comforting Chinese classic

Congee & Noodle Soups

Comforting and hearty — our congee and noodle soups are slow-cooked for depth of flavour. Perfect for any meal of the day.

Selection of Chinese rice and noodle entrée dishes served family-style

Rice & Noodle Dishes

A wide selection of fried rice, steamed rice, and noodle entrée dishes to complement any meal or enjoy on their own.

Ready to dine with us?

Call ahead or just walk in — we welcome all guests daily from 10am.

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Our Food

Freshly steamed siu mai dumplings topped with orange roe in a bamboo steamer
Stir-fried lobster with ginger sauce garnished with fresh coriander on a white plate
Glazed BBQ roasted pork belly sliced and served on an oval white plate with pickled daikon and carrot
Whole stir-fried lobster with spring onion and coriander served on a white plate with chopsticks
Platter of mixed BBQ roasted meats — char siu, duck and roasted chicken with fresh herb garnish

Where We Serve

Serving Footscray & Melbourne's Western Suburbs

Golden Horse is proudly located in Footscray — one of Melbourne's most vibrant and multicultural neighbourhoods. We're easily accessible from across Melbourne's western suburbs, making us the go-to destination for families and locals looking for authentic Chinese cuisine.

Our Location

184–188/81 Hopkins Street, Footscray VIC 3011

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Areas We Serve

  • Footscray
  • Sunshine
  • Seddon
  • Yarraville
  • Braybrook
  • Maidstone
  • Maribyrnong
  • Altona
  • Williamstown
  • Newport
  • Spotswood
  • West Melbourne

…and all surrounding western Melbourne suburbs.

Customer Reviews

What Our Guests Say

3.6based on 226 Google reviews
Great yum cha spot in Footscray. The dim sum is always fresh and the prices are very reasonable. Perfect for a family outing.
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Love coming here for the BBQ meats. The roasted duck is absolutely delicious and the staff are friendly. Will definitely be back.
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We come here regularly for yum cha on weekends. Good selection of dishes and the food is always hot and fresh. Solid neighbourhood restaurant.
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Reviews are representative of customer feedback. Ratings sourced from Google Business Profile (226 reviews, 3.6 stars).

Open Daily 10am – 10pm

Hungry? Come Join Us in Footscray Today

Walk-ins welcome. Call ahead for large group bookings. We're always ready to welcome you to our table.

Get in Touch

Visit Us or Send an Enquiry

Walk-ins are welcome every day. Give us a call or fill out the form below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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03 9689 6389

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