Red Emperor in Southgate is one of the city’s leading Chinese restaurants thanks to an atmospheric location on the banks of the Yarra River and a dedication to traditional cooking. With more than 20 years in the business, this Southgate Ave is well known around Melbourne for its daily yum cha menu, high-quality and authentic food, and their attention to dietary requirements. Vegetarians and those with gluten-free diets will feel right at home amongst the meat lovers and seafood enthusiasts, as the extensive menu at Red Emperor covers all appetites. The skilled chefs are truly passionate about their craft, whether they’re preparing har gow prawn dumplings by hand or braising twice-cooked BBQ honey spicy quail. There’s also ambience aplenty at this Southgate restaurant with terrace seating overlooking the water, an inviting dining room and professional service. Quite simply, Red Emperor is not to be missed.