
Chu The Phat
A busy, much-liked South Brisbane eatery — 4.5 stars from 3,300-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Chu The Phat brings the culinary influences of Hong Kong, Taiwan and Korea to South Brisbane, Brisbane. Its menu is shaped around the idea of sharing food with friends, with a range of formats available for different occasions, including banquet, takeaway, vegan, gluten-free and pre-theatre options. Drinks are also covered, alongside the venue’s broader food menu.
The restaurant’s cooking is led by Executive Head Chef Brendon Barker, whose approach has been informed by extensive travel through Asian culinary destinations. The website describes his work as balancing traditional regional influences with a spirit of innovation, making Chu The Phat a place to explore a broad range of Asian flavours rather than a single regional style.
Chu The Phat is also presented as the culinary sibling of Brisbane restaurant Madame Wu, adding to its connection with the local dining scene. With options suited to shared meals, dietary requirements, takeaway and pre-theatre dining, it may appeal to groups planning a social meal as well as diners looking for an Asian-inspired restaurant in Brisbane’s inner city. The available information focuses on the food and the people behind it, so visitors should check the current menus for the most up-to-date details.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 17:00 – 21:00
- TuesdayToday
- 12:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 21:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 21:00
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 21:00
- Friday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 21:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 80
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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