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Kwan's Table

7 Inkerman St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

Recommended by 74 people

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7 Inkerman St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

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+61 459 639 536
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Kwan's Table

This snug Inkerman Street nook delivers punchy, aromatic Thai dining without the cloying sweetness. Regulars crowd the cozy dining room for roast red duck curry balanced with savory depth, alongside wok-charred pad see ew heaped with plump prawns. Chefs work in plain view from the front open kitchen, dishing up flaky roti dragged through rich peanut sauce. Uncork a bottle of BYO wine while the aromas drift past, or finish on a sweet note with pandan coconut crepe cake and black rice crème brûlée.

  • Savory Roast Duck Curry: Savory, well-balanced curry that avoids excess sugar, highlighted by tender duck and rich aromatics.
  • Open Front Kitchen: Diners can watch the chefs cook directly from an open kitchen set right in front of the dining tables.
  • Roti & Seafood Stir-Fries: Flaky roti paired with rich peanut satay sauce, served alongside generous bowls of pad see ew with plump prawns.
  • Specialty Thai Desserts: A dedicated sweets menu featuring multi-layered pandan coconut crepe cakes and black rice crème brûlée.
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Why Choose Kwan's Table

Why St Kilda locals and theatregoers choose Kwan's Table for cozy Thai dining

  • Front-Row Open Kitchen Theatre

    Diners can watch chefs cook directly in front of the dining room from an open kitchen, adding culinary energy and transparency to every meal.

    Love the open kitchen at the front where the magic happens.

    Jemma Browne

  • Standout Duck Curries and Authentic Flavors

    Guests can savor balanced, standout Thai dishes like roast duck red curry and perfectly cooked satay chicken in a warm, welcoming dining room.

    The roast red duck curry was the highlight for the night.

    Alan Lui

  • Effortless Pre-Theatre Dining

    Located merely five minutes on foot from the National Theatre, Kwan's Table provides rapid service and vibrant dishes ideal for a pre-show dinner.

    The National Theatre is just 5 mins walk, so we went for a quick dinner before the show starts.

    Nicole Garcia

  • Specialty House-Made Desserts

    The kitchen crafts rare and refined house-made Thai desserts including multi-layered crepe cakes and rich black rice crème brûlée to complete the meal.

    We had the pandan coconut crepe cake and black rice crème brûlée.

    Sera Clemens

  • BYO Wine for Shared Evenings

    A welcoming BYO wine policy invites friends and groups to bring their favorite bottles to pair with freshly prepared, aromatic Thai dishes.

    Byo wine, outdoor area at back for warm evenings.

    Matty Rochman

  • Casual Gatherings with Great Company

    The intimate, relaxed dining room offers an unpretentious neighborhood environment where guests can unwind with friends over great food.

    just bring the right company to enjoy their dishes

    Jeffrie Trika

Signature Thai mains and classic dishes

  • Pad Thai

    addicted to their Pad thai.

    Catalina Illanes

  • Roast Duck Red Curry

    The roast red duck curry was the highlight for the night.

    Alan Lui

  • Tom Yum Soup

    I loved the spicy pork neck salad and Tom Yum soup.

    Chohye Lee

  • Satay Chicken

    Satay Chicken - loved the satay sauce and chicken being cooked perfectly.

    Alan Lui

Other favorites

Desserts, sides, and traditional drinks

  • Pandan Coconut Crepe Cake

    We had the pandan coconut crepe cake and black rice crème brûlée.

    Sera Clemens

  • Black Rice Crème Brûlée

    We shared a black rice crème brûlée.. it was also beautiful.

    Idsme Idsme

  • Roti Bread

    we loved the peanut sauce that accompanied the flaky roti bread and chicken satay entree.

    J H

  • Thai Milk Tea

    The Thai milk tea is delicious and creamy, the flavours are authentic

    Michael Louvein

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and dining touches that elevate an evening at Kwan's Table

  • Paced Pre-Theatre Dining

    Guests dining before performances at the nearby National Theatre receive attentive, efficient table service timed neatly for an unhurried show arrival.

  • Front-Row Kitchen View

    The cooking area is positioned right at the front of the dining room, allowing diners to watch the chefs prepare dishes close up.

  • Accommodating Menu Adjustments

    The kitchen readily customizes regular orders upon request, such as accommodating extra green vegetable additions to curry dishes.

  • Artisan Thai Desserts

    Diners can end their meal with house-crafted dessert specialties like multi-flavor layered crepe cakes and black rice crème brûlée.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you book a table in advance?

Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended. Because the dining room is small and tables fill quickly, booking ahead helps avoid being turned away.

Can you bring your own wine (BYO)?

Yes, Kwan's Table permits BYO wine, and the restaurant also serves wine in-house.

How spicy is the food, and can the spice level be adjusted?

The kitchen generally prepares curries and soups on the milder side, but staff can accommodate requests for extra chilli or higher heat levels upon ordering.

Are desserts available on the menu?

Dessert is served, highlighted by house favorites such as multi-flavored crepe cakes (including pandan coconut) and black rice crème brûlée.

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