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Naga Thai

South Bank

Updated: Aug 06, 2025

Naga Thai, which took the Brisbane dining scene by storm during its heyday in the CBD, has returned to a stunning new riverside location at South Bank's River Quay.

By renowned Brisbane restaurateur Andrew Baturo, Naga Thai has brought its trademark bright retro interiors and previous head chef back to the gorgeous new venue.

Outdoor seating with a view at Naga Thai South Bank

With seating for up to 120, the inviting open plan space (which used to be the home of Aquitaine) offers both indoor and al fresco seating, with views across the River Quay green and the river to the city skyline.

Seating with lanterns at Naga Thai South Bank

A stunning cloud of paper lanterns adorn the ceiling whilst the modernist-style furniture is complemented by colour touches from the 60's - bright orange, hot pink, lime green and cherry, and the retro-toned setting is backed by a nostalgic playlist of greatest hits from the 1960's to the 1990's.

Library dining area at Naga Thai South Bank

Inside the colourful ceiling to floor library is another returned feature and here is the perfect separate spot for more intimate and group gatherings. 

Lanterns tables and chairs at Naga Thai South Bank

A match for the setting, the menu also feature plenty of the faves from the last venue and is not your ordinary Thai offering, with a delectable array of dishes you won't find anywhere else in Brisbane. Fresh Queensland produce and Thai flavours come together to create new taste sensations derived from traditional dishes. 

flowr dim sims at Naga Thai South Bank

Here you'll find entrees such as Massaman Beef in a house-made milk bun with potato. carrot and pickled cucumber; Mt Cotton free range chicken pandan parcel; spicy pork and jasmine rice balls or must-try flower dim sims (winter melon, raost peanut & sesame, fried garlic and caramelised chilli vinegar): and slipper lobster pot with crispy jasmine rice crackers.

lobster pot with jasmine crackers Naga Thai South Bank

For mains there's a choice of Massaman 'King Henry' lamb shank curry (baby new potato, cocktail onion, grilled pineapple, roast cashew & golden shallot); fish dumping green curry (green apple aalad, chilli, tamarind-lemongrass dressing gati, Thai eggplant, bai-horap & chilli); and highly recommended jasmine tea-smoked duck red curry (pak-chee, coconut milk, kaffir lime leaf, chilli & Thai basil).

Smoked duck red curry at Naga Thai South Bank

Another must-try is the crispy wok-fried whole 'Coral Coast' baby barramundi (with green apple salad, chilli, tamarind-lemongrass dressing); and Darling Downs pork belly stir-fry (snake beans, bai-makrud & red curry paste); as well as Nanga Tahi's signature Pad Thai (Mt Cotton free-range chicken, NQ black tiger prawn or combo of the 2, or Moreton Bay bug or seasonal vegetable).

baby barramundi at Naga Thai South Bank

For sides there's 'smashed' green papaya salad; NQ black tiger prawn & Queensland pineapple fried rice; or wok-tossed Asian greens in oyster sauce while for dessert, diners can choose from local golden banana fritters (with salted caramel & roast coconut ice cream); tapioca and young coconut pudding (cinnamon, coconut cream, caramelised orange, young coconut & black bean candy); or heavenly chilli vodka dark chocolate mousse & ginger coconut sticky rice pudding (grilled pineapple & black rice praline).

bar inside Naga Thai South Bank

To accompany there's a cracking curated local and international wine list, designed to perfectly complement the menu - ask the waiter for the best matches. There's also a range of luscious Naga Iced Teas (think Yuzu & Grey, Chai Vanilla Shake or Lychee & Rose) which have the option of adding spirits to take them next level. Or go for one of the refreshing creative house cocktails like Pink Thaigarita, House-Made Lychee Spritz or Violet Femme (butterfly pea infused-gin, Crème De Framboise, violet liqueur, blueberry, mint & lemon).

exterior view of Naga Thai South Bank

Other drinks include a handful of beers including Naga Laga on tap; a selection of local craft and international bottled beers. standard and boutique spirits, traditional Thai pink flavoured milk, Naga mango soda and house-made tamarind and vanilla soda with cherry.

Front view of Naga Thai South Bank

Good to know -  The majority of starters, mains and all desserts are gluten-free. Banquets are available for lunch and dinner.

Need to know - Parking is available at Little Stanley Street secure parkign or metered parking on Lower River Tce just past the Queensland Maritime Museum.

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