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Chilli & Basil Thai Restaurant

Crestwood Plaza Shopping Centre, 458 Olsen Ave, Molendinar QLD 4214, Australia

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Crestwood Plaza Shopping Centre, 458 Olsen Ave, Molendinar QLD 4214, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Chilli & Basil Thai Restaurant

Molendinar locals head to Crestwood Plaza for punchy, balanced Thai curries and sizzling wok mains dished up in generous portions. Snag a table inside or out on the open-air plaza terrace. Bring your own six-pack or wine—BYO is welcomed here—and settle in as the kitchen sends out velvety Tom Kha broth, chili and basil crispy pork belly, and char-grilled moo yang collar with pungent dipping sauce and sticky rice.

  • BYO-Friendly Dining: Uncork your own favorite wine or beer to accompany generous stir-fries and spicy curries.
  • Indoor and Outdoor Seating: Choose between relaxed indoor seating or airy patio tables outside in the shopping plaza.
  • Velvety Tom Kha Soup: Comforting, rich coconut chicken soup balanced with galangal, lemongrass, and herbs.

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Why Dine at Chilli & Basil Thai Restaurant

Authentic Thai recipes, generous portions, and family hospitality in Molendinar.

  • Authentic, Balanced Thai Flavours

    Dishes are crafted with balanced seasonings and authentic preparations, from delicate Tom Kha soup to classic curries and rich grilled pork.

    It was creamy and perfectly balanced, with no sour edge, just elegant richness and harmony in every spoonful.

    Paula Susana Pancha
  • Generous Portions and Value

    Meals arrive in generous serving sizes that provide substantial value, whether dining in or ordering hearty multi-meal takeaway dishes.

    Serving sizes are great. Like a lot of places, I often feel like the price might be too high, but then I get 3 solid meals out of an order that spans 2-3 days so it's justifiable for what you get.

    Clint Palmer
  • Welcoming, Home-Style Hospitality

    Guests are greeted with genuine hospitality by the family-run team, creating an inviting setting where patrons feel completely at home.

    While searching for a place to eat at 8:30pm at night was not ideal, walking into this place felt like home.

    Niru Mendis
  • Personalized, Attentive Service

    Front-of-house staff take the time to learn and recall customer preferences between visits, delivering attentive, personalized care.

    front of house manager always remembers our preferences even if it’s a month between visit, so as good as the food is, it’s the friendly and efficient service that keeps us coming back.

    S Lee
  • BYO-Friendly Dining for Gatherings

    The welcoming, relaxed dining room offers an accommodating setting where guests can bring their own drinks to complement family and group meals.

    Great food with very reasonable price and welcome to BYO.

    Mil Chan
  • Flexible Indoor and Outdoor Seating

    The Crestwood Plaza venue provides both indoor and outdoor seating choices, giving groups comfortable options for friendly dinners or casual celebrations.

    Has both indoor and outdoor dining options.

    Bernd Rindermann

Other favorites

Sweet endings and shareable starters to round out your dinner

  • Coconut ice cream

    Make sure to finish off with the coconut ice cream 😋

    Nattapat Boonsongprasert
  • Sticky rice desert

    Sticky rice desert and deep fried ice cream is to die for..

    Valda Blake
  • Deep fried ice cream

    Sticky rice desert and deep fried ice cream is to die for..

    Valda Blake
  • Mixed Entree

    Had the Mixed Entree - which includes a Coconut Prawn, Crispy Wonton, Thai Fish Cake, Curry Puff and a Spring Roll. Along with a Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce. Each piece was Fabulous.

    Bernd Rindermann

Before you head over

Practical tips for dining in or picking up at Crestwood Plaza

  • Bring Your Own Drinks

    Bring along your favourite wine or beverages when dining in, as the restaurant welcomes BYO alongside its dinner service.

  • Choose Indoor or Al Fresco Seating

    Choose between indoor tables and outdoor plaza seating depending on your preference for an enclosed or open-air dinner.

  • Reserve Ahead for Groups

    The restaurant takes bookings in advance, making it simple to secure a table for evening celebrations and small groups.

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