For decades, Dainty has been synonymous with authentic Chongqing cuisine. With the opening of its Toorak home, the opportunity arose to reimagine the brand for a new audience while retaining the spirit that made it a Melbourne favourite.

Traditional references were carefully balanced with a more contemporary sensibility. Copper tones and soft creams introduce a sense of warmth and sophistication, reflecting a dining experience that feels familiar and elevated. The tagline, Higher Level, speaks to this transformation, marking the addition of a new upper floor and signalling a shift in experience.

The idea continues throughout the restaurant, where private dining rooms draw their names from the mountains of Sichuan. The icon brings two cultures into a single form — the Chinese character 天 folded into the curve of Dainty’s D. From signage to wayfinding, every detail was designed in collaboration with AIR Design Studio. 

www.daintysichuan.com.au