The Chilli House

Alt text: "Interior of a vibrant Asian restaurant in Hamilton featuring red lanterns, decorative murals, and a warm atmosphere, showcasing local dining experiences that Love the Centre champions for community engagement."
Hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12:00 – 9:00 pm
Wednesday
12:00 – 9:00 pm
Thursday
12:00 – 9:00 pm
Friday
12:00 – 9:00 pm
Saturday
12:00 – 9:00 pm
Sunday
12:00 – 9:00 pm
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton Central
Website

This (not so) hidden gem located in the CBD of Hamilton is somewhere you’ll want to put on your to-do list if you are traveling to Hamilton any time soon.

With its signature red interior and exterior, murals, and neon lights, it’s a vibrant space, topped off by the background of friendly chatter, clinking cutlery, and attentive staff moving from table to table. With different levels of spice, vegetarian and gluten-free options (as well as the cheeky option of taking home some of their incredible frozen dumplings for a lazy weekday meal), even people with dietary requirements can enjoy the glorious Chilli House cuisine.

Alt text: Two diners enjoying a meal in a vibrant restaurant featuring lush greenery and a striking mural of a woman with elaborate makeup. The atmosphere showcases Hamilton’s rich culinary scene, emphasising local businesses and community experiences.
Delicious dumplings served in a bowl, topped with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and peanuts. This appetising dish highlights Hamilton's vibrant food scene, perfect for food lovers exploring local culinary gems.

Bringing happiness to the Hamilton locals (and beyond) is their biggest priority and they take any feedback seriously, always evolving to bring the best of the best to their customers. Sichuan street food is the bulk of their menu, making it easy to pop along and share a few plates with your friends so each of you can expand your horizons and try something new. The dumplings and noodles are crowd faves but the menu is ever-changing with the seasons, with plenty of options that will keep you coming back time and time again.

Alt text: A charming café scene showcasing a wooden bar adorned with a traditional lucky cat figurine, vibrant pink flowers in a vase, and various beverages. This inviting atmosphere reflects Hamilton's local culture and community spirit.

You know you’re doing something right when the customers are asking for a bigger space so they don’t miss out on their Chilli House fix, which brings us to our next point: don’t forget to book before you come!

A vibrant bowl of aromatic beef noodle soup garnished with fresh herbs and spring onions, served on a rustic wooden table. Perfect for showcasing Hamilton's local dining scene and supporting community restaurants.