Boo's Kitchen

Woolloongabba

Boo's Kitchen brings the fresh traditional flavours of northern Thailand to Woolloongabba, in this unique restaurant that is unlike any other Thai eatery in Brisbane, from its name to its menu, music and decor.

At the heart of the convivial restaurant is chef and owner Boo, whose personality is as bright and bold as the tastes of the delicious cuisine she prepares. When not cooking up a storm in the open kitchen she is known to mingle with the customers, talking about the home-style food from Isan, her region of Thailand and making them feel like a guest in a Thai family home.  

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Guests can watch the world go by from the inviting astro-turf terrace on in the charming interior, which unlike most Thai restaurants in Brisbane, features colourful cushions, stools, wooden tables and coloured lights. The striking, unique interior is a match for the bold flavours of the food, which keeps those-in-the-know coming back for more.

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

This is the perfect place for diners to explore the tastes of Thailand beyond the standard Thai fare offered in most Brisbane restaurants, although Boo also offers a handful of familiar dishes such as fish cakes, duck spring rolls, curry puffs, Panang or Massaman Curry and Pad Thai, but with her own flavour stamp. 

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Her menu, which features traditional Isan dishes from her home in the regional north (think salads, BBQ skewers, noodles and seafood), is written in a personal explanatory way, with stories behind the dishes and flavours, making it easier to decide on what to order.

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Keeping it in the family, Boo works closely with the Head Chef  (her brother Lek) to create dishes that are different from your standard Thai menu, with her popular Chefs Specials menu. One such dish is Boo's Crab Fried Rice - arguably the most popular type of fried rice in Thailand, there are restaurants specialising only in this one dish.

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Another delectable Chef's creation is the fluffy Bao Buns filled with Crispy Pork Belly and a specially created teriyaki mayonnaise sauce - a must try! As is the red duck curry, the best to be found in Brisbane.

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Another absolute showstopper is the Soft Shell Crab Pad Thai, unlike any Pad Thai you've had, featuring the entire shell of the crab perched on top of the Pad Thai, and enhanced by micro herbs.

Boo's Kitchen, Woolloongabba

Meanwhile, Boo's version of Thai Pineapple Fried Rice stays true to its Thai origins served in a pineapple and will evoke memories of warm balmy evenings in Thailand, eating at beach shacks or at rickety tables at the local Thai restaurant.

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

From the main menu, choose from Boo's Favourites such as the Traditional or Thai Isan Papaya salad, served in a platter with Pork Crackling, Asian ham, boiled eggs and fish cakes (an Isan favourite that Boo grew up sitting on a mat and sharing with her family). 

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Other recommended Mains include crispy deep-fried Pork Belly (Moo Krob) with chef's special dipping sauce and another Boo speciality - strips of tender high grade Wagyu Steak with a Hot Dipping sauce. The Thai name for this dish literally translates to 'crying tiger'.

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Boo's mains menu also features some delicious seafood dishes including Garlic Pepper Prawns, Salmon Krapow (grilled fillet of salmon on bed of basil sauce), Salmon Choo Chee and Battered Soft Shell Crab with tamarind sauce (a real treat - one of the tastiest dishes in Thai cuisine). 

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

No visit to Boo's Kitchen would be complete without ordering one of the Thai salads for which the northern region is known. Customarily here all meals are accompanied by a salad and choices at Boo's include Isan Spicy Wagyu Steak Salad (spring onion, coriander, mint, lime juice, dried chilli and tender strips of beef), and traditional laab (dry salads traditionally served with rice); while super popular dishes include Boo's Duck Salad (made from a family recipe) and Isan sausages (specially handmade with a mixture of pork and herbs sliced and served with fresh cucumber, sticky rice and dipping sauce).

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Boo's desserts are worth saving room for too, with a choice of sticky rice and mango (a seasonal traditional summer dessert that is classic Thai street food). Thai coconut rice custard served with mango sorbet and warm chocolate cake with vanilla ice-cream and raspberry compote.

Boo's Kitchen, Woolloongabba

There's also a cracking wine list to complement the menu at Boo's Kitchen with wine served in beautiful glassware. The small curated selection of wines include a Tintara McLaren Vale Cabernet Sauvignon, Petaluma Coonawarra Shiraz and Central Otago Pinot Noir, Mud House Marlborough Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc, and St Hallett Barossa Rosé - all good quality but without the price tag. Apart from the wine selection, beer on tap is available including Estrelle Damm, considered the oldest Spanish beer, which goes down a treat with Thai food.

Boo's Kitchen Woolloongabba

Good to know - In keeping with the fun casual atmosphere at Boo's, you won't find traditional Thai music here but the hits of the 70's or 80's, which the chefs have been known to sing along to.

Need to know - Parking is available (and permitted) in the nearby Princess Plaza Shopping area and there is also underground parking.

Boo's Kitchen is a valued partner of Must Do Brisbane.com

Boo's Kitchen 

1/12 Annerley Rd

Woolloongabba

Opening hours

Licensed

0426 395 515

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