Opening hours
| Monday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address2 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC
- Websitealleywaykitchen.com.au
- CuisineChinese
2 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC · 1.7 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for Chinese venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeTakeaway
- CuisineChinese
- AreaCarlton, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays)
About Alleyway Kitchen
Alleyway Kitchen brings Chinese food to Carlton in Victoria. You'll find it at 2 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC, roughly 1.7 km 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.
Alleyway Kitchen is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays); the venue offers takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating; there are vegetarian options.
Planning a night out in Carlton? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Zambrero and House of Cards.
In the venue's own words: “Welcome to Alleyway Kitchen, your go-to destination for authentic Chinese and innovative Asian cuisine in Melbourne. Our menu is carefully crafted by our renowned chefs using only the freshest ingredients, ensuring a diverse range of dishes that will satisfy any palate.”
Amenities & services
- 🥡Takeaway
- 🛵Delivery
- ☀️Outdoor seating
- ♿Wheelchair accessible
- 🥦Vegetarian options
- 🍸No licensed / bar
- 📶Free Wi-Fi
- ❄️Air-conditioned
- 🚗No drive-through
- 💳Card payments
What to order
Signature Chinese dishes to look out for.
Photos of Alleyway Kitchen
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Closest restaurants to Alleyway Kitchen
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Zambrero 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · Building 171/2 Porters Lane, Carlton20 mS · 1 min walk
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House of Cards ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton20 mN · 1 min walk -
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PappaRich 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton30 mNE · 1 min walk -
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Rice Workshop 🍣 Japanese · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton40 mNE · 1 min walk -
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Gong Cha 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · 15 Monash Road, Carlton50 mNE · 1 min walk
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Thailander 🍜 Thai · 8 Porters Lane, Carlton50 mNE · 1 min walk -
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Student Dining 🍽️ International · Monash Road, Carlton60 mNE · 1 min walk
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8
Roll'd 🍲 Vietnamese · 11 Monash Road, Carlton90 mNE · 1 min walk
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9
St Ali Canteen ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 15 Monash Road, Carlton100 mNE · 1 min walk
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10
Ho Ho's Xpress (Level 1) 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 11 Monash Road, Carlton100 mNE · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Carlton
Carlton is home to 206 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, italian restaurants, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Alleyway Kitchen there are 8,371 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Greek Precinct (1.4 km), Fitzroy (1.5 km), North Melbourne (1.5 km), East End Theatre District (1.6 km).
Cuisine mix in Carlton
Frequently asked questions
Where is Alleyway Kitchen located?
Alleyway Kitchen is located at 2 Porters Lane, Carlton VIC. It is about 1.7 km 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 Alleyway Kitchen?
Alleyway Kitchen is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays). 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 Alleyway Kitchen serve?
Alleyway Kitchen serves Chinese cuisine. Browse our Chinese menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Does Alleyway Kitchen offer takeaway or delivery?
According to our latest data, Alleyway Kitchen offers takeaway and offers delivery.
Is Alleyway Kitchen wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Alleyway Kitchen is listed as wheelchair accessible.
How can I contact Alleyway Kitchen?
You can reach Alleyway Kitchen or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Alleyway Kitchen?
The closest venue is Zambrero, about 20 m to the south (1 min walk). Other close options include House of Cards (20 m), PappaRich (30 m), Rice Workshop (40 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Alleyway Kitchen?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Universal Italian (Italian, 610 m), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 1.1 km), Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant (African, 1.4 km).
Where else can I find Chinese food near Carlton?
Other Chinese venues close by include E dumpling (160 m), Claypot Kingdom (170 m), Cafe 723 (190 m).
How many restaurants are there in Carlton?
Our guide lists 206 places to eat in Carlton, most commonly cafés & brunch (52), italian restaurants (25), international restaurants (23). Within 25 km there are 8,371 venues in total.