Asian Restaurants in Brisbane

Asian food in Brisbane isn’t just about sitting down for a meal, it’s a weekly (or daily) ritual for many locals. You’ll find everything from bustling Chinatown dives in Fortitude Valley to more laid-back modern Vietnamese cafes in West End.

And no, it’s not all about busy, touristy places. Head to Little Saigon in Sunnybank if you want authentic pho or crispy banh mi sandwiches that feel like a hug in food form. Or if you’re after somewhere for killer dumplings and XLB (soup dumplings), I’d recommend trying The Dumpling Tree on Wickham St – casual but serious about their craft.

One tip I always share: try to avoid weekends at the most popular spots unless you don’t mind waiting. Weekdays after work, say a Wednesday evening, can be perfect because the vibe is more local and laid-back. Brisbane’s Asian food scene is as much about small family-run spots as it is about trendy new places, so keep an eye out for those. Last time, a mate dragged me to a little Thai place tucked inside a shopping plaza in Sunnybank that served the best green curry I’ve had in the city. It’s those unexpected finds that make eating Asian food in Brisbane one of my favourite things.