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Khaosan Lane

350 Bourke St Shop G25 Melbourne GPO, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 30 people

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350 Bourke St Shop G25 Melbourne GPO, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9121 8089
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:30 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Khaosan Lane

Tucked into an alleyway beside the GPO, this buzzing open-air setup channels raw Bangkok street food energy right in the CBD. Metal tables fill fast at lunch for the $10 khao man gai—steamed chicken over fragrant rice served with minimal fuss. Come evening, the alleyway leans into Mookata-style cookery and simmering Tom Yum burners packed with prawns and deep-fried pork. Regulars monitor the rotating $9.90 daily board for hits like crispy Moo Tod or Crying Tiger beef, washing down the heat with a cold beer or cocktail jug while the woks keep clattering.

  • Smoky Wok Char: The alleyway kitchen turns out intense heat and char across dishes like grilled beef Pad Thai and crispy fried pork.
  • Daily Value Specials: CBD diners rely on rotating weekday specials, from $10 lunch chicken rice to $9.90 nightly feature plates.
  • Night Market Atmosphere: Classic metal tables and bustling outdoor seating capture the communal energy of a Bangkok night market.
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Why Choose Khaosan Lane

Why Melbourne diners choose Khaosan Lane for street food lunches, hot pots, and evening catch-ups

  • Daily $9.90 Dish Specials

    Rotating daily promotional specials deliver generous Thai staples like chicken rice and seasoned pork at budget-friendly everyday rates.

    seems to have different special dish of $9.90 each day of the week.

    Thy Nguyen

  • Fast and Affordable CBD Lunch

    Efficient table ordering via QR codes ensures quick turnarounds and generous portions for workday lunch breaks in the CBD.

    Went there to get their $10 Khao Man Gai lunch. Very yummy and worth a quick lunch stop.

    I Think

  • Bangkok Laneway Atmosphere

    Seated outdoors at classic metal tables tucked into the Melbourne GPO laneway, guests experience the authentic energy of Bangkok street food dining.

    Awesome atmosphere with the classic metal tables!

    Marcus Siow Yong Zhan

  • Interactive Communal Hot Pot

    Lively communal dining centers around bubbling Thai-style hot pots and Mookata BBQ loaded with fresh seafood, meats, and punchy broths.

    We had the Thai-style hot pot — totally felt like eating on the streets of Thailand

    Tiffany Yuen

  • Casual Group Catch-Ups

    Vibrant alleyway seating paired with cold beers and cocktail jugs creates a relaxed, bustling backdrop for evening get-togethers.

    Definitely one of my favourite casual spots to catch up with friends over a great meal.

    james william

  • Buzzing Night Out with Friends

    Shared tables and interactive tabletop feasts bring people together over energetic street-food spreads in a hidden food alley.

    Staff are friendly and service is quite fast. It can get a bit crowded during peak hours, but overall it’s a great spot to hang out with friends

    Mi Nguyễn Thị Thảo

Customer favorites and signature Thai dishes

  • Tom Yum Hot Pot

    Best tom yum hot pot ever! Full of ingredients, shells, prawns, squid rings, meatballs, deep-fried pork belly

    Huaqin Hu

  • Thai Chicken Rice

    the special was Thai chicken rice for $10! - similar to hainanese chicken rice

    Thy Nguyen

  • BBQ Combination Hotpot

    I always get the BBQ combination hotpot, and I swear the portion size has gotten bigger since I was last here! And hey, I’m not complaining. It’s a delicious, affordable and fun meal that I will always go back to.

    hot chocolate enjoyer

  • Big Mama Pork

    The Big Mama soup was the perfect balance of spicy and sour, it really hit the spot

    weisikmui

Before you head over

Practical timing and ordering advice for your visit

  • Queue Ahead or Pre-Book

    Peak dinner hours regularly draw queues around 6:00 PM, and complex dishes like the Big Mama Pork hot pot can take 30 to 40 minutes during rushes. Plan ahead or book early to avoid a long wait.

  • Open Seating and QR Ordering

    Seating operates on an open-seating basis with a 90-minute table limit. Place your order directly via the QR code on the table, with payment options available through the app or at the counter.

  • Track Daily Discount Specials

    Check the rotating daily special menu before ordering, which features discounted single dishes like Hainanese chicken rice or pork loin for $9.90 to $10 each day of the week.

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