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Ma Pa Me

Little Stanley St Shop 6C, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

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Little Stanley St Shop 6C, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

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+61 7 3130 0445
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ma Pa Me

South Bank theatergoers head to Little Stanley Street for high-tempo Southeast Asian sharing plates that never miss a curtain call. The kitchen hits sweet, sour, salty, and spicy in tight balance. Lamb ribs arrive crisp outside and slide cleanly off the bone—a regular order before QPAC performances alongside plates of wok-charred Pad See Ew. Diners who plan ahead linger over the weekend bottomless banquet with craft cocktails, or wrap up dinner with the cha yen tiramisu: ladyfingers soaked in Thai iced tea under thick mascarpone.

  • Signature Sticky Lamb Ribs: Slow-cooked until tender, finished with a crisp exterior, and built for sharing across the table.
  • Cha Yen Tiramisu: Ladyfingers steeped in orange Thai iced tea beneath chilled mascarpone cream.
  • Bottomless Banquets: Weekend banquet menus paired with continuous craft cocktails and generous share plates.
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Why Dine at Ma Pa Me

Discover why diners choose Ma Pa Me for pre-show meals, bottomless group celebrations, and Southeast Asian sharing plates.

  • Paced Pre-Theatre Dining

    Ma Pa Me ensures reliable pacing before theatre productions, delivering fresh share plates quickly so guests can enjoy a full meal without rushing.

    Amazing food, exceptional service and a perfect pre-theatre atmosphere — Ma Pa Me is easily one of South Brisbane’s standout dining spots.

    Kimberley Pearce

  • Prime South Bank Location

    Situated right on Little Stanley Street in South Bank, the restaurant offers an effortless dining spot close to QPAC and riverfront venues.

    Whether you’re heading to a show or just want a great meal, this place delivers.

    Mel

  • Bottomless Banquet Celebrations

    Ma Pa Me offers bottomless banquet lunch and brunch deals pairing generous multi-course Southeast Asian dishes with continuous cocktail service.

    We did the bottomless banquet on Saturday and it was fabulous! Our waitress, Taylor, was attentive, friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and the cocktails were incredible.

    Kellee Ware

  • Generous Group Feasts

    The sharing banquets and bottomless drink offerings provide an unhurried, generous spread suited for family gatherings and birthdays.

    We got the banquet and bottomless drinks, and were so full by the end of it.

    Ashleigh Ryan

  • Signature Fall-Off-The-Bone Lamb Ribs

    A signature across the menu, the slow-cooked sticky lamb ribs are prepared fall-off-the-bone tender with crispy textures and bold seasoning.

    The lamb ribs were absolutely sensational — fall-off-the-bone tender and so memorable that we still talk about them to this day.

    Dave

  • Thoughtful Dietary Accommodations

    The kitchen caters comprehensively to dietary requirements, serving full-flavored gluten-free and vegan versions of classic dishes like Pad Thai.

    The chef catered to a coeliac diet request and we couldn't be happier. I had the vegetarian Pad Thai which is highly recommended.

    Liz McGowan

Crowd favorites and core sharing experiences at Ma Pa Me

  • Lamb Ribs

    The lamb ribs were absolutely sensational — fall-off-the-bone tender and so memorable that we still talk about them to this day.

    Dave

  • Bottomless Banquet

    We did the bottomless banquet on Saturday and it was fabulous! Our waitress, Taylor, was attentive, friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and the cocktails were incredible.

    Kellee Ware

  • Pad Thai

    The Pad Thai was perfectly seasoned, full of flavour without being overpowering

    Dave

  • Fried Chicken

    the fried chicken was crispy, delicious, and cooked to perfection.

    Dave

Other favorites

Signature desserts, handcrafted cocktails, and dietary favorites

  • Thai Tea Tiramisu

    The star of the evening was the tiramisu which is in high demand it seems. Originally the girl who served us, Tee said they ran out but then it became available and they even gave us the tiramisu on the house as we were having a farewell dinner. It’s not too sweet and they dunked the ladyfinger in thai tea so it had that orange tint. The mascarpone layer was creamy. It was just scrumptious!

    cerenity

  • Lychee Martini

    the cocktail menu made choosing difficult — although the Lychee Martini was the clear favourite, closely followed by a classic Tommy’s Margarita.

    Kimberley Pearce

  • Prawn Toast

    The prawn toast was amazing and quite unique, I’ve never seen that at other Thai restaurants.

    cerenity

  • White Curry with Pumpkin

    I absolutely love the white curry with pumpkin, it's my favourite dish.

    Oasis of Zen

Beyond the menu

Attentive service touches, dietary care, and thoughtful hospitality details that elevate dining at South Bank.

  • Celebratory Dessert Surprises

    Guests celebrating milestone farewells and birthdays are treated to attentive hospitality touches, including complimentary servings of their popular Thai tea tiramisu.

  • Familiar Table Hospitality

    Regular diners are recognized by staff and routinely guided to their preferred table setting on Little Stanley Street.

  • Coeliac & Dietary Accommodation

    Kitchen and waitstaff actively accommodate severe dietary requirements like coeliac and vegan dining without compromising meal flow or flavor complexity.

  • Pre-Theatre Table Coordination

    Waitstaff coordinate efficient table service to ensure group courses and cocktails arrive in sync for South Bank theatre curtains.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on reservations, dessert availability, and dietary dining at Ma Pa Me

  • Reserve Ahead for Pre-Theatre Timing

    Book ahead if you are attending a performance at QPAC or visiting South Bank, and let the team know your curtain call—dishes and cocktails arrive quickly to keep your schedule relaxed.

  • Order the Thai Tea Tiramisu Early

    The signature Thai tea tiramisu is in high demand and can sell out during dinner service, so put in your dessert order early if you have your heart set on it.

  • Specify Coeliac and Vegan Preferences

    The kitchen readily accommodates coeliac, gluten-free, and vegan diners with dedicated curries and modified classics, so mention your dietary preferences when ordering.

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