Silks
Silks at Crown offers exceptional Chinese cuisine with a blend of eastern and western cooking techniques.
Taking inspiration from cuisines all over China, Silks offers an extensive à la carte menu and a yum cha lunch special, served on delicate chinaware and accompanied by an impressive wine list.
The room is designed in the style of a Chinese mansion, complete with a Mongolian silk tent. If you're feeling extravagant, there are five private dining rooms decorated with opulent Chinese antiques with great views of the city and Yarra River.
Make sure you book ahead as reservations are essential here.
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