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Fat Dumpling (Brunswick Street)

370 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

Recommended by 43 people

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370 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

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+61 7 3195 1040
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Fat Dumpling (Brunswick Street)

Valley gig-goers treat this compact Brunswick Street stop like an essential pre-show ritual—fast tables, lively energy, zero fuss. Baskets of hot soup dumplings and crisp pan-fried pork land within minutes. Regulars know the real move on the menu: blistered green beans tossed with serious wok hei, rounded out with braised pork belly and a cocktail from the bar.

  • Signature Dumplings: Fresh soup dumplings and crisp pan-fried pork dumplings delivered piping hot with minimal wait times.
  • Wok-Tossed Sides: Diners single out the blistered stir-fried green beans and braised pork belly as essential table orders.
  • Pre-Show Speed: A streamlined setup near Valley music venues, turning out fast orders for concert crowds.
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Why Diners Choose Fat Dumpling

From rapid pre-gig feasts to generous group spreads, secure your table on Brunswick Street before your next night out.

  • The Valley Pre-Gig Tradition

    Positioned steps from Fortitude Valley's premier live music venues, dining here has become an indispensable tradition for concertgoers needing a dependable meal before doors open.

    It has became a bit of a tradition to grab pre-gig dinner here.

    Lyraeza Aranae

  • Rapid Pre-Show Turnaround

    The kitchen operates with rapid pacing, sending out freshly cooked baskets with the speed diners need to make showtime with complete peace of mind.

    We always dine in here whenever my partner and I will see a concert in Fortitude Valley. The food comes out very quick and freshly cooked.

    Chesca “Chesca”

  • Handmade Dumpling Craft

    Piping hot baskets of soup dumplings and crisp pan-fried parcels deliver the distinctive texture and depth of authentic, handmade dumpling craft.

    Quick service, consistent quality, and dumplings that actually taste handmade.

    Foodie

  • Standout Wok Creations

    Beyond dumplings, the wok-tossed green beans and rich braised pork belly offer intense wok hei and deeply savory flavors that keep guests coming back.

    Get yourself the stir fried green beans, braised pork belly and rice! This was a standout for my friend and I.

    Shiela hobbs

  • Celebratory Group Gatherings

    The relaxed layout and share-friendly format welcome larger parties and birthday groups celebrating together over a wide spread of dishes.

    our group of 7 may have over ordered but all of us have been raving about Saturdays dinner all weekend.

    Chloe Corbett

  • Value-Packed Table Sharing

    Generous dish portions paired with approachable pricing make sharing a multifaceted spread easy on the wallet for small groups and friends.

    Good price-food ratio. We paid 75 dollars between 3 and it was perfect.

    Camilla Till

Customer favorites and staple orders at Fat Dumpling on Brunswick Street

  • Stir-Fried Green Beans

    Green beans is the best!

    Zack Robert

  • Pork Xiao Long Bao

    Get the steamed Pork Xiao Long Bao (filled with meat and hot broth)!!

    Gregor Hahn

  • Pan-Fried Pork Dumplings

    Pork pan fried dumplings, prawn dumplings and spring rolls were the highlight. :)

    Camilla Till

  • Chilli Wontons

    highly recommend the chilli wontons!!

    Matilda Storey

Other favorites

Beyond dumplings: shareable starters, comforting rice dishes, and drinks.

  • Cocktails

    even their selection of cocktails are delicious.

    Chesca “Chesca”

  • Jasmine Milk Tea

    The Jasmine milk tea with pearls/ bobba was good too, not too sweet at all just right.

    ChillGuy

  • Salt & Pepper Squid

    highlights were the XLB, all the dumplings, and the salt & pepper squid.

    Jessica C

  • Shrimp Fried Rice

    Shrimp fried rice 10/10!!

    Marah Castanon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you eat here quickly before a concert or show?

Yes. Service is fast and food arrives quickly, making it a reliable stop before shows at venues like the Fortitude Music Hall. Table reservations are also accepted.

Can you reserve a table in advance?

Yes, Fat Dumpling takes table bookings, which guests note is easy and convenient for securing a spot before evening events.

Which dishes are most recommended?

Steamed Pork Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings), pan-fried pork dumplings, and the stir-fried green beans are widely praised staples across visitor orders.

Is the restaurant suitable for small groups?

The space is compact with an intimate, hole-in-the-wall feel, but comfortably seats small groups of around five to seven guests.

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