Shark Fin Inn – East End Theatre District VIC
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Shark Fin Restaurant

East End Theatre District, Melbourne, VIC 🥟 Chinese

Opening hours

Monday11 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm
Tuesday11 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm
Wednesday11 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm
Thursday11 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm
Friday11 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm
Saturday11 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm
Sunday11 am – 3 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm

Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.

50 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District VIC · 790 m from Melbourne centre

Popular times

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At a glance

About Shark Fin Inn

Located in East End Theatre District, VIC, Shark Fin Inn is a Chinese restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 50 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District VIC, roughly 790 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.

Shark Fin Inn is open 7 days; the venue offers dine-in.

Planning a night out in East End Theatre District? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Longrain and Bodega Underground.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in

What to order

Signature Chinese dishes to look out for.

Full menu guide →
Entrées & dim sumSpring rollsCrispy vegetable rolls with sweet chilli
MainsHoney chickenBattered chicken with honey glaze and sesame
Rice & noodlesSingapore noodlesCurry-spiced thin rice noodles
VegetablesStir-fried Asian greensGarlic or oyster sauce

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Closest restaurants to Shark Fin Inn

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Longrain logo
    Longrain 🍜 Thai · 44 Little Bouke Street, East End Theatre District
    20 mNE · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Bodega Underground 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · 55 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District
    30 mS · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    Bamboo House – 47 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    Bamboo House 🥟 Chinese · 47 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    30 mSE · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Punch Lane Wine Bar 🍽️ International · 43 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District
    30 mSE · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    Matto Napoletano Pizzeria 🍕 Pizza · 26 Liverpool Street, Melbourne
    40 mSE · 1 min walk
  6. 6
    Daughter In Law 🍽️ International · 39-41 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District
    40 mE · 1 min walk
  7. 7
    Ginger Boy 🍽️ International · 27-29 Crossley Street, East End Theatre District
    60 mS · 1 min walk
  8. 8
    Hochi Mama – 35 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    Hochi Mama 🥢 Asian Fusion & Filipino · 35 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    60 mE · 1 min walk
  9. 9
    Bossley 🍽️ International · 186 Exhibition Street, East End Theatre District
    60 mSW · 1 min walk
  10. 10
    Little Gordon – 24 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    Little Gordon ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 24 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    60 mE · 1 min walk

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Eating out in East End Theatre District

East End Theatre District is home to 135 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, japanese restaurants. Within 25 km of Shark Fin Inn there are 8,515 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Greek Precinct (390 m), Melbourne (790 m), Carlton (1.2 km), Fitzroy (1.3 km).

Cuisine mix in East End Theatre District

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch41
  • 🍽️ International26
  • 🍣 Japanese16
  • 🥟 Chinese11
  • 🍝 Italian8

Frequently asked questions

Where is Shark Fin Inn located?

Shark Fin Inn is located at 50 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre District VIC. It is about 790 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 Shark Fin Inn?

Shark Fin Inn 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 Shark Fin Inn serve?

Shark Fin Inn serves Chinese cuisine. Browse our Chinese menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

How can I contact Shark Fin Inn?

You can reach Shark Fin Inn by phone on (03) 9662 2681 or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Shark Fin Inn?

The closest venue is Longrain, about 20 m to the north-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Bodega Underground (30 m), Bamboo House (30 m), Punch Lane Wine Bar (30 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Shark Fin Inn?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Fancy Hank's Barbecue Restaurant (Steakhouse & Grill, 160 m), Frenchie (French, 390 m), Elchi (Indian, 580 m).

Where else can I find Chinese food near East End Theatre District?

Other Chinese venues close by include Secret Kitchen (70 m), ruyi Melbourne Chinese Restaurant (70 m), Gold Noodle House (110 m).

How many restaurants are there in East End Theatre District?

Our guide lists 135 places to eat in East End Theatre District, most commonly cafés & brunch (41), international restaurants (26), japanese restaurants (16). Within 25 km there are 8,515 venues in total.