PacificRestaurants

Asian restaurants in Pacific

  1. A

    Chow

    Home of the legendary blue cheese and peanut wonton, Chow is a stylish pan-Asian restaurant-cum-bar: a must visit for people who love exciting food, interesting decor, and the odd cocktail. The perfect place to share food and conversation. The hip Motel bar is adjacent.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Gingerboy

    Brave the aggressively trendy surrounds and weekend party scene, as talented Teague Ezard does a fine turn in flash hawker cooking. Flavours pop in dishes such as scallops with green chilli jam or coconut kingfish with peanut and tamarind dressing. There are two dinner sittings, and bookings are required.

    reviewed

  3. Kuranda Veranda Restaurant and Bar

    This restaurant has impeccable service and an unobstructed rainforest view. It's all enhanced by the Thai linen, jazzy tunes and the fact that the food – ranging from gusty jungle curries to delicious dips – is tasty. After Sunday's yum cha brunch ($15 per person) there's live music.

    reviewed

  4. C

    Mum’s

    Closed until further notice.

    No-nonsense food just like Mum used to make. That’s if you grew up in Seoul or Tokyo anyway. More than a few Japanese and Korean language students regularly co-opt Mum’s as their tasty home-away-from-home, and the sushi, sashimi and bowls of ramen noodles remain authentic.

    reviewed

  5. D

    Sichuan Pavilion Restaurant

    Occupying a 1st-floor corner of the Garrick Hotel, this elegant restaurant serves a refreshing alternative to the ubiquitous chow-mien and chop-suey menu, with Sichuan dishes the speciality. On balmy days the alfresco seating on the balcony induces long and lazy lunches.

    reviewed

  6. E

    Java Room

    Java Room is full of delicious contradictions: its dishes are subtle yet complex, with Asian accents served in elegant Euro surrounds. You'd think the bill would amount to more, considering the exceptionally good taste exhibited in both the food and the décor here.

    reviewed

  7. F

    Food Alley

    For authentic Asian fare, you can’t beat the large, no-frills Food Alley food court, where nearly every meal comes in under $12. Choose between Chinese, Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Turkish, Malaysian, Korean, Japanese and Indonesian.

    reviewed

  8. G

    King Po

    For all the usual Sino-treats, the King will not let you down, though the décor is tacky and the muzak odd. The addition of some 'Australian' dishes (steak or fish, mostly) means there's something for even the tamest palette.

    reviewed

  9. H

    East in the City

    Overlook the grungy interior and appreciate this place for what it is - a barnlike Asian food court where you can get your fix of cheap pad Thai, dim sum or gado gado from one of the 10 or so food outlets.

    reviewed

  10. I

    Malabar Restaurant & Bar

    This elegant eatery presents Asian cuisine from Beijing to Bangalore. Try the Malabar thali showcasing four different curries, or the mustard and star anise flavoured duck. A limited takeaway menu is available ($10 to $15).

    reviewed

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  12. J

    Asian Café

    Chinese and Malaysian standards such as roast duck and laksa are professionally dished out in this busy and brightly coloured café. Takeaway is available if you just can't sit still.

    reviewed

  13. K

    Kevin's Place

    Sizzling, spicy Singaporean dishes and efficient, revved-up staff combine with the building's colonial ambience and the tropical climate to create a Raffles-esque experience.

    reviewed

  14. Summit Ridge

    A rustic restaurant offering fine dining with crisp Asian flavours and an extensive wine list; feel free to scan the shelves. Bookings essential.

    reviewed

  15. L

    Typhoon

    You’ll be straight back for more from this metal-and-glass contemporary place serving food with Southeast Asian influences.

    reviewed

  16. Hot Plate Korean & Japanese Restaurant

    This place has authentic barbecue-style Korean dishes, along with Japanese specialities including tempura and sushi.

    reviewed

  17. M

    Kimberley Asian Cuisine

    Next to the visitors centre, this pan-Asian place is informal and serves good Aussie versions of Chinese and Thai.

    reviewed

  18. N

    Selvi’s Curry House

    Set in the lovely 1850s Globe Hotel with its superb garden courtyard. Bookings essential.

    reviewed

  19. Saigon Saigon

    This two-storey bamboo hut near the corner with Denham St overlooks the Fitzroy River and serves pan-Asian food with local ingredients like kangaroo and crocodile served in a sizzling steamboat (pre-order required for these exotic treats). If you're not up for reptile, try the crispy chicken or the king prawns.

    reviewed

  20. O

    Healthy Noodle Bar

    One of several cheap and cheerful takeaways on this little strip.

    reviewed

  21. P

    Benny's Hot Wok

    Outdoor seating, savvy staff and a good wine list set the scene for some of the finest pan-Asian cuisine in north Queensland – from freshly made sushi to Peking duck rolls, steaming laksas, and sizzling Mongolian lamb.

    reviewed

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