Lantern & Lotus

In West End, Brisbane, Lantern and Lotus brings a modern Asian sensibility to the neighbourhood, weaving Vietnamese, Thai and Chinese influences into a poised, contemporary whole.

Inside, the mood is warm and lively; outside, relaxed seating sets the tone for long, easy conversations. The menu favours craft and conviviality over complication.

The menu favours craft and conviviality over complication, with a kitchen that leans into balance and brightness – where the snap of fresh herbs meets the warmth of spice, and wok fire is tempered by fragrant broths and slow-simmered sauces.

Banquets chart an elegant course from roast duck dim sum and barramundi fillet with tamarind sauce to shaking beef and red lychee curry duck, while steamed prawn dumplings and pork and chive dumplings keep things delightfully hands-on.

Street-side comforts are given polish: Peking duck wraps, satay chicken, BBQ pork buns and pillowy bao buns. Vietnamese pancake and papaya salad, whether crowned with crackling pork or soft shell crab, capture the restaurant’s fondness for texture and verve, with plant-based plates like vegan smoked duck and sizzling Mongolian vegetables ensuring everyone is welcome.

A considered list of cocktails, wines, spirits and local beers completes the picture, perfect for intimate dinners and spirited gatherings alike.

A lively night awaits at Lantern and Lotus for those who book - the lanterns glow and the lotus obliges!