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Vela Restaurant, West End, AU-QLD

Vela Restaurant

4.6
4.6
136 Reviews
$40 and under
Thai

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Discover Vela, Brisbane's newest modern Thai sensation nestled in the heart of West Village. Brought to you by successful serial restaurateurs, Vela promises a vibrant, upmarket and refreshing dining experience, blending traditional flavours with an inventive flair; redefining Thai cuisine in Brisbane.

With its spacious 200+ seat venue adorned with funky and modern decor, guests will indulge in flavourful dishes and showstopping cocktails from sun up to sun down. Whether it's an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, Vela welcomes you with open arms. Select from our customisable à la carte menu, banquet menu, or allow our hospitable team to craft unforgettable experiences in our function spaces for your perfect party or group booking.

Join us at Vela, where every meal is a celebration of heritage, flavour, and the joy of shared experiences. Make your reservation today and discover why Vela is Brisbane's newest culinary hotspot.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Asian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • BANQUET MENU

    A$60.00 - A$80.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience a taste of Thai with our Banquet Menu.
    BANQUET MENU Photo
  • BRUNCH MENU

    A$45.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Come to enjoy weekend Brunch menu at Vela Restaurant
    BRUNCH MENU Photo

What 136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Brisbane

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Brisbane

    Lively

  • Brisbane

    Most Booked

  • Inner Suburbs

    Best Value

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for business meals

  • Inner Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Inner Suburbs

    Lively

  • Inner Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vela Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food and service." The atmosphere is elegant and comfortable, making it perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "amazing cocktails" and diverse menu, including standout dishes like duck curry and crispy pork. Ideal for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings.
136 Reviews
  1. Jared

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was amazing, my new favourite thai place! Was a bit loud and busy, but I guess that is reflective of how popular the place is.

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  2. Ash

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! Fast and friendly service. Beautiful setting.

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  3. Paige

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was fast and efficient. Food was absolutely amazing from the presentation to the smell and the taste. The restaurant is stunning and provides a wide range of choices including foods and cocktails. Would highly recommend for an anniversary or birthday and staff will accommodate to help you celebrate. Would also recommend for a quiet dinner with a few friends or family with meals to share!

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Gigi

    Sunshine Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good service and delicious food. Lunch Set menu with many choices. The portion of stirfried noodles is a bit too small. Overall is good.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Glenn

    Brisbane7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Vela, won't be our last. Everything was as good as we could have expected. Great food, great service and great location.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Hannah

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Would recommend this restaurant to everyone!! staff are absolutely amazing and food is just as good. always had a good experience here and have never been disappointed.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Kendra

    Sunshine Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! The Ka Na Moo Grob is always our favourite

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Shea

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service. Beverages and food delivered promptly. Great atmosphere with adjustable lighting and very comfortable seating. Fantastic for intimate dinner or parties. Portions very generous. Authentic spice/heat and flavour to die for.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Ron

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and the service very friendly and professional !

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Rommel

    Gold Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an incredible dining experience at Vela Restaurant! The food was absolutely amazing, with every dish bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The service was top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff who made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. The ambiance was elegant yet comfortable, making it a perfect spot for a special night out. Highly recommend Vela to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Can’t wait to come back!

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Vela Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Vela Restaurant

'West village Factory 2' 97 Boundary Street, West End, AU-QLD 4101

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    West End
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Asian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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