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VietNam Oi (Vietnamese Restaurant Surfers Paradise)

LEVEL 2 SHOP 40/3131 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

Recommended by 16 people

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Find VietNam Oi (Vietnamese Restaurant Surfers Paradise)

LEVEL 2 SHOP 40/3131 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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+61 449 797 339
HoursMonday: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About VietNam Oi (Vietnamese Restaurant Surfers Paradise)

Head up the stairs of Centre Arcade for rare regional Vietnamese street dishes and soulful noodle bowls in Surfers Paradise. Diners make the trek specifically for Hanoi-style egg coffee, crisp bánh xèo, and traditional snail dishes rarely spotted elsewhere on the coast. The bustling upper-level room delivers fragrant bowls of bún bò Huế alongside cold Vietnamese beer. Evenings wrap up over sweet sips of iced Milo and garlicky wings.

  • Regional street food gems: Locals climb to Level 2 in Centre Arcade for hard-to-find regional specialties like ốc (snails) and pungent bún đậu mắm tôm.
  • Second-floor arcade hideaway: A vibrant second-floor hideaway filled with colorful decorations, warm service, and authentic Saigon coffee house energy.
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Why Diners Choose VietNam Oi

Discover why diners visit VietNam Oi for authentic broths, rare regional specialties, and heartfelt hospitality in Surfers Paradise.

  • Traditional Soups with Rich, Flavorful Broth

    Diners praise the expertly prepared noodle soups, featuring succulent meats, crisp vegetables, and rich broths cooked to authentic standards.

    The beef slices are also succulent and the savoury broth really makes them even better.

    Botox92LG

  • Generous Portions at Fair, Accessible Prices

    Generous portions and honest menu pricing deliver high-value Vietnamese dining in central Surfers Paradise.

    The staff are lovely people, they provide incredible service, and the food is very reasonably priced.

    Paul McLaughlin

  • Authentic Regional Street Delicacies and Snails

    VietNam Oi prepares specialty street delicacies rarely found locally, including bún đậu mắm tôm and traditional seasoned snails.

    every time when I visit the restaurant I always try to eat variety of foods & snails, all my pictures here is all my favourite and highly recommended

    Paula. C

  • Legit Vietnamese Egg Coffee and Specialty Drinks

    Patrons can enjoy hard-to-find authentic Vietnamese drinks, including traditional egg coffee and rich iced Milo drinks.

    Finally a legit egg coffee on the coast

    Chesca “Chesca” Baric

  • Nostalgic Setting Evoking the Streets of Vietnam

    The colorful, traditional decor and music evoke nostalgic memories and the lively atmosphere of Vietnam.

    The decor made me feel like I was back in vietnam (which I’m missing) so this was really nice.

    Anya

  • Warm, Caring, and Reassuring Hospitality

    Guests arriving after negative dining elsewhere or right before closing are greeted with attentive, accommodating service.

    The moment you walk in, you’re greeted with such a friendly, welcoming vibe that it instantly feels comfortable.

    Minh Nguyên

Most-ordered authentic soups, specialties, and traditional staples

  • Pho

    Best Pho i have had in my life, tasted incredible

    Paul McLaughlin

  • Spring Rolls

    The homemade spring rolls were so full of filling and delicious!

    yerin예린

  • Bún Bò Huế

    Ordered a Bun Bo Hue with a Hanoi beer and have to say that was top-notch. They really nailed the flavour down

    Hoang Duong

  • Bún Đậu Mắm Tôm

    This dish is close to what you'll get in Vietnam, I just wish there's more fresh garnish but other than that 10/10 for me.

    Chesca “Chesca” Baric

Other favorites

Specialty drinks, regional coffees, and refreshing accompaniments

  • Egg Coffee

    Finally a legit egg coffee on the coast 🙌

    Chesca “Chesca” Baric

  • Vietnamese Iced Milo

    vietnamese iced milo. Both were amazing!!

    Dilanka Mohotti

  • Soda Fresh Lemon and Sugar

    To my surprise, this is one of the greatest and sweetest one ever

    Botox92LG

  • Vietnamese Iced Coffee

    My partner's Vietnamese iced coffee was perfect, strong and also sweet, well hallences flavour.

    Cecilia Reed

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures and rare culinary touches that elevate dining in Surfers Paradise

  • Closing-Time Kitchen Accommodation

    When diners accidentally arrive right at closing time, the kitchen welcomes them anyway and prepares full hot meals like bánh xèo and pork shu mai without rushing them out.

  • Personal Chef Check-In on Traditional Dishes

    The chef checks in personally when guests order regional specialties like bún đậu mắm tôm with pungent shrimp paste, engaging customers about their travels and culinary familiarity.

  • Attentive and Protective Dining Care

    Floor staff actively look after diners during late-evening visits, checking in tableside after dishes arrive and stepping in calmly to handle unexpected dining room disruptions.

  • Hard-to-Find Regional Street Specialties

    Beyond mainstream fare, the kitchen prepares specialty regional delicacies like traditional snail preparations (ốc), bún đậu mắm tôm, and authentic Vietnamese egg coffee.

Before you head over

Practical advice on finding the venue, visit timing, and ordering regional specialties

  • Head Upstairs in Centre Arcade

    The restaurant is tucked away upstairs on Level 2 within Centre Arcade on Surfers Paradise Boulevard—head straight up the stairs to find the entrance.

  • Visit Early or Plan for Evening Pacing

    Lunchtime right at opening tends to be quieter with swift service, whereas evenings can get very busy with longer kitchen wait times.

  • Explore Regional Delicacies & Egg Coffee

    Look beyond standard pho for regional Vietnamese street delicacies like snail specialties, bún đậu mắm tôm, and authentic egg coffee.

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