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Chunky Chau Rosebank

Asian/Oriental Chinese Japanese Korean Sushi Thai Vietnamese
Location Pointer The Firs / Hyatt Centre, C/O Oxford Road &, Biermann Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2194, South Africa
4.6
(1338 reviews)
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  • Outdoor Seating

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At Chunky Chau, we craft each dish with sweet, sour, salty, bitter, umami, a touch of the seasons, utilising the ancient art of fermentation, curing, ageing, an understanding of traditional Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese cooking, and most importantly, amazing deep memorable flavours.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 16h00

Reviews (1338)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.5
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.7
  • Micaela N. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Terry N. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 05 May 26
    Chunky Chao, Rosebank: A Deep Dive into Dumplings and All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Back again with another breakdown. For those who follow my reviews, you know the drill—we’re looking at ambiance, service, food, and the ever-important value for money. Here’s how Chunky Chao stacked up during a recent family lunch. - 1. Ambiance & Decor | 5/5 We rolled in right at opening (12:00 PM), and while it started quiet, the place was absolutely buzzing by 1:00 PM. The vibe is relaxed but polished; the decor is seriously impressive and punches well above its weight. I’ve dropped some photos and videos below, though they still don’t quite do the aesthetic justice. -2. Service | 4.5/5 Huge credit to our waitress. We realized midway through that we’d forgotten the "emergency toy bag" for the little one—a rookie mistake. Before the panic could set in, they brought out coloring pencils and printed pages to keep the toddler entertained. That kind of situational awareness is rare and much appreciated. - 3. The Food | 8/10 (Weighted Average) * **Kids' Panko Chicken & Chips:** As a parent, I’ve consumed enough chicken strips to be considered a world-class expert. These were top-tier—8.7/10. The chicken was fantastic; I would’ve high-jacked the whole plate if I wasn't pacing myself for the sushi. The chips were a standard 6/10; if I’m being critical, they needed a bit more aggressive seasoning. * **The Sushi:** We went for the "All You Can Eat" and managed to sample every single item on the menu. The portions are smaller than your average à la carte, but since it’s unlimited, it actually works in your favor. Strong flavors across the board. **Score: 7/10.** * **Chicken Dumplings:** **10/10.** The undisputed hero of the day. Pro tip: order these from the "Small Plates" menu rather than the buffet. They come with a tangy green sauce on the side rather than drizzled over the top. It’s a game-changer. Easily the best dumplings I’ve ever had, though fair warning: the sauce has a kick that might be

  • makwena L. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Charmaine M. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 03 May 26
    Overall a good experience. Thank you to Elvis our amazing waitron.

  • Deshay D. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Rene K. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Cindy R. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 28 Apr 26
    An awesome dining experience with delicious food, the flavours were amazing. Great value for money, The cocktails were also awesome.

  • Mivuyo M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 25 Apr 26
    Great food, great service, overall good vibe. Shout out to our waitress Mhlengi for a great job!

  • Blessing S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 21 Apr 26
    This was our first time at Chunky Chau. I am glad it was a amazing as I expected. The buffet kept kept coming. We were so full and every piece was delicious. Definitely found my new asian food home.

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