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Roti Place

42 Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

Recommended by 18 people

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42 Charlotte St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

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+61 7 3211 5353
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Roti Place

Fresh, buttery layers of roti arrive hot from the pan at this bustling Charlotte Street fixture. Through the rear glass window, you can catch the bread being stretched and flipped before landing on your table beside rich chicken curry and fragrant sambal. City workers pack the dining room for swift midday bowls of laksa and plates of tender Hainanese chicken rice—though regulars make an occasion of the whole spanner crab, stir-fried to order. Crisp ikan bilis finishes the nasi lemak, grounding the plate in genuine Southeast Asian hawker punch.

  • Roti Made in Plain Sight: Watch dough stretched and pan-fried through a clear observation window at the back of the dining room.
  • Spanner Crab Feasts: Whole spanner crabs stir-fried to order offer a rare seafood feast alongside street-food staples.
  • Handcrafted Roti Varieties: Flaky, buttery flatbreads served hot with aromatic chicken curry, sambal, or sweet toppings.
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Why Choose Roti Place

Discover what makes Roti Place a standout destination for authentic Malaysian dining in Brisbane CBD.

  • Flaky, Fresh-Made Roti

    Handcrafted breads are rolled and cooked hot to deliver crisp edges with tender, buttery interior layers paired with rich curry sauce.

    The roti was perfectly cooked—crispy on the outside, soft and flaky on the inside, with rich buttery layers that melted in every bite.

    Shesh Sonar

  • Whole Spanner Crab Specialties

    Guests can enjoy whole spanner crab cooked to order in distinct styles alongside everyday street hawker classics at accessible prices.

    the highlight for me was the Spanner crab—so affordable at just $36, with a choice of cooking styles!

    CZ

  • Authentic Hawker Flavors

    The aromatic profiles, spicy sambal, and balanced seasoning recreate the genuine flavors of Southeast Asian street stalls.

    the food is incredibly authentic! It perfectly captures the true essence of Southeast Asian street food and delivered a fantastic dining experience.

    Rei Lin

  • Nostalgic Culinary Memories

    Classic renditions of Hainanese chicken rice and noodle specialties transport diners straight back to cherished time spent in Malaysia.

    every dish so far has been authentic and took us straight back to Malaysia, especially the chilli sauce for the Hainanese Chicken Rice

    malaysian telegram

  • Rapid Downtown Lunch Service

    Bustling central Charlotte Street location and high-speed dining operations make it easy for CBD workers to get hot meals during limited lunch breaks.

    It is very popular with a lunch younger working crowd, and can get busy. Service is quick and the food arrives freshly prepared.

    Hans Eckman

  • Open Glass Bread-Making View

    A dedicated glass observation partition lets diners watch breads being continuously rolled and flipped right in the dining area.

    식당 제일 안쪽에서는 계속 로띠 만드는 모습이 통유리 너머로 보여요. 특별한 구경거리는 아니지만 식당의 캐주얼한 분위기를 살리는데 큰 역할을 하는 것 같네요.

    JungHyun Kim

House-made flaky rotis and beloved Malaysian classics cooked to order

  • Roti canai

    The roti was perfectly cooked—crispy on the outside, soft and flaky on the inside, with rich buttery layers that melted in every bite.

    Shesh Sonar

  • Hainanese chicken rice

    So Roti Place is my “go-to” place for chicken rice.

    malaysian telegram

  • Spanner crab

    the highlight for me was the Spanner crab—so affordable at just $36, with a choice of cooking styles!

    CZ

  • Nasi Lemak

    This plate of Nasi Lemak was absolutely flawless. The chicken curry was rich, intensely flavorful, and very tender.

    Rei Lin

Other favorites

Sweet dessert breads and traditional kopitiam refreshments to finish your meal

  • Roti Tissue

    You have to try the Roti Tissue at least once!

    Ivy Chien

  • Roti Nutella

    the roti Nutella and roti tissue was a hit with the kids!

    Ray S

  • Roti Kaya

    The Roti Kaya had that lovely pandan flavour and a great way to finish off.

    Brett J

  • Barley water

    especially great was the barley water!!!

    Kate Australia

Before you head over

Practical advice for planning your visit to Roti Place in Brisbane CBD

  • Plan Around Busy Lunch Hours

    Arrive early or budget extra time around midday, as the restaurant gets very busy during peak CBD lunch hours with local workers.

  • Consider Public Transit Over Parking

    Street and CBD parking can be difficult to find; consider public transport or walking from nearby Queen Street.

  • Order Sweet Roti for Kids or Non-Spicy Tastes

    While traditional savory curries are spicy, sweet options like Roti Tissue and Roti Nutella offer great mild choices for kids or spice-sensitive diners.

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