A neon lit celebration of modern Asian flavours, shaped by a love of 90s hip hop and generous Vietnamese feasts. The kitchen draws on street food tradition, serving everything from banh mi sliders to whole barramundi, all designed for sharing.

Conversation buzzes through the space and onto the footpath – it’s often the prelude to a night at the theatre or bar hopping for locals and tourists alike. The menu layers contemporary over familiar flavours to reflect the dynamic and well-seasoned palettes of Melbourne foodies.

Rich twice cooked beef brisket and crisp banh mi sliders anchor the experience for many, keeping tables lively and social amongst clinking cocktail glasses and chatter. There’s an unmistakable laneway attitude defining Hochi Mama – unmistakably Melbourne.