Charnies Noodle and Dumplings

4.1
Google Rating

About

Charnie often gets a bad wrap, but Charnies Noodles and Dumplings provides authentic Malaysian-Chinese flavors among the best in Canberra. The friendly family team welcomes suggestions and accommodates special requests, even preparing off-menu dishes. Regulars claim they miss this place when traveling, drawn by the heritage recipes and genuine hospitality. BYO wine available and incredibly affordable prices.

Best Times to Visit

Tuesday to Saturday during lunch (12-2:30pm) for freshest dishes, or early dinner service (5-7pm) before peak crowds arrive for optimal service attention.

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Busiest Time

Friday and Saturday 6PM - 8PM

Quietest Time

Tuesday and Wednesday 12PM - 1PM

Restaurant Features

Outdoor Seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Parking, Accepts Credit Cards, Accepts Reservations, Good for Kids, Counter Service, Catering Available

Meals Served

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisine

Malaysian

Neighbourhood

Belconnen

Website

Visit

Phone

Phone

Getting There

By Car: From central Canberra, take Northbourne Avenue north towards Belconnen, turn right onto Charnwood Shopping Centre via Charnwood Place. The restaurant is located at shop 7/19 Charnwood Place with free on-site parking available in the shopping centre car park.

By Public Transport: Take ACTION bus route 31 or 32 from the city interchange towards Charnwood. Alight at Charnwood Shopping Centre stop on Charnwood Place, and the restaurant is a short walk within the shopping plaza. Services run regularly throughout the day.

By Taxi or Ride-Share: Request pickup to 7/19 Charnwood Place, Charnwood ACT 2615. The journey from central Canberra takes approximately 20 minutes depending on traffic, with easy drop-off access at the shopping centre entrance.

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