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  • Looking down at two trays of dumplings, one white and one black.
  • An empty dining space with a table set and a message saying 'slow dining' on the wall.
  • Dishes of heart- and flower-shaped desserts.
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Heartling

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  • Takeaway

Heartling is a slow space, serving slow food, and offering a meditative intimate slow dining experience.

Every heart-shaped dumpling bundle is a playful harmony of loved and local ingredients, nurturing lasting synergy of body, mind and spirit.

Myriad details are executed exquisitely in a space designed to inspire the minds, reconcile the hearts, and nurture the body. Founded by an architect, inspired by the rhythm of life, blending passion, patience and a thirst for play.

Suitable for small groups of 1-5 guests or private dining 6-10 guests. Reservation required due to limited seats.

Hours

Day Times
Monday
  • Closed
Tuesday
  • Closed
Wednesday
  • 12pm - 2pm 12pm - 2pm
  • 6pm - 9pm 6pm - 9pm
Thursday
  • 12pm - 2pm 12pm - 2pm
  • 6pm - 9pm 6pm - 9pm
Friday
  • 12pm - 2pm 12pm - 2pm
  • 6pm - 9pm 6pm - 9pm
Saturday
  • 12pm - 2pm 12pm - 2pm
  • 6pm - 9pm 6pm - 9pm
Sunday
  • Closed

Location

Heartling
32 Tom Thumb La
Docklands 3008

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  • telephone number: 0414 329 327
  • email address: hello@heartling.com.au
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