Restaurant
Cafe de Orient
10 Little Main St, Palmwoods QLD 4555, Australia
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10 Little Main St, Palmwoods QLD 4555, Australia
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Tucked along Little Main Street in Palmwoods, this neighbourhood stalwart turns out punchy curries and sizzling wok mains in minutes. Regulars drop in for quick weeknight takeaway, grabbing cartons of sweet coconut rice alongside delicate chicken Panang or rich Indonesian curry. Dining in means snagging a table out on the leafy sidewalk under strings of soft bulbs with your own brought bottle of wine. The kitchen balances Chinese and Southeast Asian staples—crisp duck spring rolls, peanut-rich chicken satay, and the seafood-packed King & I stir-fry tossed in fragrant ginger and garlic sauce.
- BYO Alfresco Dining: Guests can bring their own wine to pair with dinner at the leafy sidewalk tables.
- Brisk Takeaway Service: Curry and stir-fry orders regularly make it out of the kitchen in around ten minutes for quick pickup.
- Pan-Asian Breadth: Features an expansive menu spanning Thai Panang, Indonesian curries, and duck spring rolls.
What's On at Cafe de Orient
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Diners Choose Cafe de Orient
From quick household takeaway to leafy BYO evenings on Little Main Street
Fast Weeknight Takeaway Turnaround
Takeaway orders are completed in as little as 10 minutes even on busy weekend nights, ensuring hot and fresh dinners without lengthy delays.
The food took 10 min and was delicious!
Julie Allardyce Broad Regional Pan-Asian Menu
Guests can pick from a wide spectrum of regional Asian staples, spanning Indonesian curries, classic Thai mains, and Chinese stir-fries.
The "Indonesian Curry" is top notch, along with everything else on the menu.
Sam Shillingford Relaxed BYO Wine Dining
Dine-in patrons enjoy the freedom to bring their preferred wine, pairing their favorite bottles with affordable Thai dishes.
Very affordable menu and it’s BYO which I love.
Darren J Lockwood Atmospheric Leafy Laneway Alfresco
Diners sit under strings of soft lights on a quiet, leafy street, soaking up a calm evening atmosphere accompanied by the open sounds of the kitchen.
we enjoyed sitting outside under the soft glow of a hundred electric bulbs, listening to the constant sound of the Chef’s wok being tossed.
Kye-Simeon Masters Dietary-Inclusive Group Gatherings
The kitchen readily accommodates gluten-free and plant-based diners, making group meals stress-free for mixed dietary needs.
Food was absolutely delicious, the waitress was very attentive and most dishes could be made vegan/vegetarian on request.
Marlena Maier Comfortable Multi-Guest Dining
Varied dish selections and attentive lunch service make the venue a quiet, comfortable destination for gatherings of friends and seniors.
The menu selections were varied. Our four different dishes arrived promptly and were absolutely delicious and filling. We enjoyed the friendly service and quiet atmosphere.
Julian Jakobs
Most popular items
Signature specialties frequently highlighted by local Palmwoods diners
The King and I
Had the a Satay Chicken Skewers and “The King and I“ a wonderful assortment of Seafood and Vegetables in a very tasty Ginger and Garlic Sauce.
Bernd Rindermann Panang Curry
The Panang Curry was delicate and featured chunks of chicken and beautifully appropriate pumpkin.
Kye-Simeon Masters Indonesian Curry
The "Indonesian Curry" is top notch, along with everything else on the menu.
Sam Shillingford Duck Spring Rolls
Difficult to get past the Duck Spring Rolls, my Chicken and Cashew as a main but the Indonesian curry a close second.
JAY MURRAY
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate dining and takeaway in Palmwoods
Canopy Bulbs & Kitchen Ambience
Outdoor diners are seated beneath strings of warm bulbs in a leafy street setting, accompanied by the lively rhythm of wok tossing from the kitchen.
BYO Wine Pairing
Guests can bring their favourite bottles of wine to accompany their dinner, pairing their own drinks with dine-in meals.
Adaptable Vegetarian & Dietary Prep
Kitchen staff accommodate diverse dietary needs by tailoring most dishes to vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free preferences on request.
Direct-to-Kitchen Expedited Takeaway
Front-of-house staff expedite takeaway orders directly to the kitchen upon request, packing multi-dish walk-in orders in as little as ten minutes.
Before you head over
Practical advice for takeaway timing, drinks, and dietary requests at Cafe de Orient.
Rely on Fast Takeaway Turnarounds
The kitchen turns around takeaway orders quickly—often ready in around 10 minutes even during peak Friday evening rushes.
Bring Your Own Wine
If you plan to have wine or drinks with dinner outdoors, take advantage of the venue's bring-your-own policy as the in-house alcoholic menu is limited.
Request Custom Dietary Adjustments
Diners with specific dietary needs can comfortably order, as the kitchen provides gluten-free choices and prepares most dishes vegetarian or vegan on request.
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