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Canton Lane Chinese Restaurant

Belmont Forum Shopping Centre, 227 Belmont Ave, Cloverdale WA 6105, Australia

Recommended by 40 people

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Belmont Forum Shopping Centre, 227 Belmont Ave, Cloverdale WA 6105, Australia

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+61 406 592 693
HoursMonday: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Canton Lane Chinese Restaurant

Dim sum devotees routinely wait out the 40-minute lines at Belmont Forum for good reason. Canton Lane runs on classic *yum cha* energy—metal push-carts rolling past tightly packed tables, clattering teapots, and steaming bamboo baskets offloaded on the fly. Tables quickly crowd with prawn dumplings, steamed baby squid, and flaky egg tarts, followed by plates of chilled durian mochi. Come dinner, the kitchen shifts toward Cantonese banquet plates like roast Peking duck and whole silver perch steamed in soy.

  • Trolley-Service Dim Sum: Floor staff push steaming carts and loaded trays directly between tables for immediate picks like fresh dumplings and steamed baby squid.
  • Cantonese Dinner Plates: Evening service pivots to traditional Cantonese sharing dishes, including Peking duck and soy-steamed silver perch.
  • Cult Desserts: Regulars prioritize the sweet finishes, especially the signature durian mochi, baked egg tarts, and custard sesame balls.
  • Free Parking & Walk-In Queue: Located at Belmont Forum with four hours of free mall parking and an organized walk-in ticketing queue for busy daytime services.
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Why Diners Choose Canton Lane Chinese Restaurant

Discover authentic trolley dim sum and specialty Cantonese classics at Belmont Forum. Visit the website to explore the menu and plan your visit.

  • Classic Trolley Service at Your Table

    Steaming pushcarts circulate constantly among the dining tables, allowing guests to view and choose dumplings and savoury plates at peak temperature as they pass.

    Staff are efficient and will ensure you are not missed when they circle around with their trolley.

    jayjaytruviews

  • Distinctive Specialty Selections

    Beyond essential dumplings, the kitchen produces rare banquet-level delicacies including steamed baby squid and sweet durian mochi.

    Lots of special dishes that are not available around such a durian puffs, steamed baby squids with vermicelli and ginger.

    L T

  • Confidence the Wait Is Worth It

    Even during intense weekend rushes, the freshness of handcrafted dishes reliably justifies the queue.

    A 40 minute wait time today, but we'll worth the wait.

    Aloma Peihopa

  • Authentic Yum Cha Heritage

    The bustling room, roaming carts, and authentic recipes recreate the nostalgic atmosphere of vintage yum cha halls.

    It reminds me a lot of the dimsum you get in Ipoh or Hong Kong – same style and atmosphere.

    Kimmy

  • Stress-Free Shopping Centre Parking

    Located at Belmont Forum, guests can take advantage of ample free parking without the stress or expense of inner-city transit.

    you can park 4hr free here, a big contrast with city parking!

    C Chew

  • Organised Walk-In Ticketing

    The restaurant manages peak walk-in crowds through an organised numbered queue system, allowing diners to plan their wait easily.

    Make sure to ask a ticket first, and they will call your number.

    mariska adriani

Beloved dim sum staples and specialty house dishes regularly selected from circulating trolleys.

  • Durian Mochi

    Durian mochi and sesame balls are also standout sweet dessert treats.

    R Voon

  • Siew Mai

    Not only did they ace the OG dishes like siew mai and har gao, they had several interesting dishes that looked so appetising.

    Yongyi H.

  • Steamed Baby Squids

    Canton Lane offers special dim sum dishes eg steamed baby squids.

    C Chew

  • Egg Tarts

    The egg tart is slightly crispy and soft on the inside. Really good.

    Kimmy

Other favorites

Complement your dim sum feast with fragrant tea, Hong Kong street-food bites, and traditional desserts.

  • Chrysanthemum Tea

    Also, try the Chrysanthemum tea — it’s fragrant and really delicious.

    Nundkanok Trisananun

  • Sesame Balls

    Durian mochi and sesame balls are also standout sweet dessert treats.

    R Voon

  • Malaysian Cake

    I recommend finishing the meal with their durian mochi, egg tarts, and Malaysian cake, all of them are delicious.

    Jay K

  • Curry Fish Balls

    Curry fish balls – Reminds me of Hong Kong street food. Nice flavour, a bit spicy.

    Kimmy

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make a reservation, and how long is the wait?

Dim sum service operates on a walk-in basis with a ticketing queue where wait times can reach 20 to 50 minutes on busy weekends. Guests recommend grabbing a ticket upon arrival or arriving right at opening.

How does dim sum ordering work?

During dim sum, floor staff circulate through the dining room with steaming push-carts and trays, allowing you to select dishes table-side or order items like congee and rice rolls directly as carts pass.

Where can you park?

Visitors can park for up to 4 hours for free in the surrounding Belmont Forum shopping centre parking areas.

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