Pokkoi Kitchen

Tucked into the heart of Coolangatta, Pokkoi Kitchen brings a playful take on Thai and Vietnamese flavours to the southern Gold Coast. Step inside and you'll find lush rainforest vibes, moody candlelit tables, and the kind of warm hospitality that makes it easy to settle in for the night.

The menu is built for sharing, starting with the likes of kaffir lime chicken with coconut satay, freshly shucked oysters, and roast duck salad with lychee, ginger, and cashew. Bigger plates keep the momentum going, from the duck fat fried rice crowned with a fried duck egg to wok classics like pork and prawn pad Thai and pumpkin pad see ew.

If you're after something rich and warming, the barramundi curry delivers, and there's a vegan curry with fresh tofu, eggplant, and pickled chilli that holds its own.

Pair it all with a cocktail from the bar (the sours are a standout) and you've got one of Cooly's most exciting new dining spots. Established in 2025, Pokkoi is where the spice of Asia meets the soul of Coolangatta.