Preston Noodle Dim Sims Review: Pork Perfection in Preston

Pork Perfection – Preston Noodle Dim Sims Review

Preston Noodle on High Street is a small, unassuming takeaway that hides one of Melbourne’s great dim sim secrets. Known for their homemade pork dim sims, they’ve developed a loyal following among locals and travelling dimmie hunters alike. In a suburb full of food culture, Preston Noodle has carved out its place as the go-to spot for pork-based dimmies, with many calling them the best in the north.

Size, Value and First Impressions

Unlike the giant South Melbourne Market dim sims or the dense, meaty Tai Wah style, Preston Noodle offers a slightly smaller but refined dimmy. A standard serve of steamed comes as five, with fried options also available. At around $1.80 each, they represent strong value considering the quality. The skins are thin, almost like wonton wrappers but without the yellow hue, and hold together beautifully whether steamed or fried. Steamed, they’re light and juicy without going soggy; fried, they crisp up nicely with a satisfying crunch.

Flavour and Texture

Preston Noodle’s strength lies in its filling. Made with fresh sow (female) pork sourced from the adjacent Preston Market butcher, the filling avoids the gamey “boar taint” that can sometimes haunt pork dim sims. The result is finely minced, smooth, and subtly sweet, with cabbage and shallots blended in for balance. Unlike heavier dimmies that lean toward beefiness, these are lighter, more delicate, and refined. A faint flavour enhancer is noticeable, but it doesn’t overwhelm the natural taste. They pair beautifully with strong soy sauces like mushroom soy, or kecap manis for those who want extra punch.

Preston Noodle Dimmies - Fried (left) and Steamed (right) — Preston Noodle Dimmies – Fried (left) and Steamed (right)

Community and Comparisons

Preston Noodle is often praised as the benchmark pork dim sim, frequently ranked alongside Moon Palace (beef) and Seven Stars (pork-and-cabbage) as one of Melbourne’s dimmie elite. Some detractors find them a touch bland and needing soy to really shine, but for most fans, their lightness is exactly the point. They may not hit with the pepper of South Melbourne or the density of Tai Wah, but in their balance and clean finish, Preston Noodle dim sims stand tall.