Restaurant
Mamao Melbourne
338 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find Mamao Melbourne
338 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Queen Street packs late-night Bangkok street energy into tight quarters. CBD night owls squeeze around compact tables beneath a comic-book ceiling, ordering fast via scan-and-pay while acoustic sets and live Thai pop echo from the corner stage. Treat the table like a street stall run—order heavy. Diners point to rich boat noodles steeped in pork blood, fermented Isan sausage, and crispy pork belly dragged through chili dip. Shots arrive on a flashing plastic Ferris wheel, garlic prawns hit the table sizzling, and the wok hei off the pad see-ew carries through the chatter.
- Kitsch Street-Bar Decor: A tight dining room marked by a comic-book ceiling, neon lights, and shot service on a flashing plastic Ferris wheel.
- Live Thai Music: Evening acoustic sets and live Thai pop take over the dedicated corner stage from Friday through Sunday.
- Street Food Staples: Rich boat noodles with pork blood, fermented Isan sausage, and crispy pork belly with chili dip anchor the table.
- Scan-and-Pay Pace: Streamlined QR scan-and-pay keeps dishes arriving swiftly across small, fast-turning tables.
What's On at Mamao Melbourne
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose Mamao Melbourne
Discover why diners flock to Mamao for late-night Bangkok energy, specialty Thai eats, and live music in the Melbourne CBD.
Lively Evenings with Live Thai Pop Music
Mamao transforms in the evenings into a buzzing night market venue with live Thai pop music and acoustic sets that elevate late-night social gatherings.
In the evenings, they even have live Thai pop music, making it perfect for gatherings with friends!
Chloe Chen High-Energy Street-Bar & Novelty Drink Atmosphere
The restaurant features energetic street-bar decor including neon signage, a comic-book ceiling, and novelty cocktail service.
Drinking various shots from a kitsch plastic Ferris wheel with flashing coloured lights is a lot of fun!
James Lee Authentic Boat Noodles with Pork Blood
Mamao serves authentic regional street staples, including rich boat noodles made traditional style with pork blood, meatballs, and tender pork slices.
The boat noodle is sweet, savoury, ever-so-slightly spicy from toasted chili flakes, and creamy from the abundance of pork blood.
Patrick Prabowo Fast All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Specials
Specialty timed buffet promotions let guests explore extensive noodle varieties and seafood dishes served swiftly via digital mobile ordering.
Varieties of noodles, perfect portions not too big or small so we could try many different types and yummmmy, nice and friendly staff
Cherine Khattiya Immersive Bangkok Night-Market Energy
Authentic spice levels and bustling night-market energy transport diners straight to Bangkok street food stalls.
Amazing flavours of food, feels like O was transported to Bangkok.
Foodie Luwee Unfiltered Street Vibe for Pre-Drinks Dinners
Lively, tight seating paired with unapologetically bold flavors makes Mamao a go-to spot for pre-drinks dinners and upbeat CBD social nights.
Peep the comic book ceiling, the neon signs, and the tiny stage for live gigs—it absolutely passes the vibe check for a pre-drinks dinner.
Eouea eats
Most popular items
Bangkok street staples and savory regional favorites
Boat Noodles
The boat noodles and that crispy pork belly with the chili dip hit hard.
Eouea eats Pad Thai
The pork belly Pad Thai here is absolutely bussin!
Olivia Sivasamboo Tom Yum Hotpot
The Tom Yum soup was rich and tangy, and the crab curry was a real highlight.
Ellie FENG Isan Sausage
The Isan sausage was also good, savoury, slightly sour from the fermentation.
Patrick Prabowo
Other favorites
Authentic Thai desserts, specialty drinks, and complementary sides
Mango Sticky Rice
Out of these, their pad thai and mango sticky rice were our favourite.
Foodie Luwee Thai Milk Tea
The Thai milk tea is rich and smooth without being overly sweet, and the pink milk is super cute and perfect for photos.
Chloe Chen Stir-Fried Morning Glory
and the stir-fried morning glory (kangkung) was super fresh with a great garlicky crunch.
Sylvia Liu Cendol Coconut Milk
This coconut milk dessert deserves a special mention! It contains corn, jackfruit, and pandan jelly. It's ice-cold and super refreshing, sweet but not cloying.
Chloe Chen
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mamao have live music?
Yes, Mamao features live music performances in the evenings, including Thai pop songs and acoustic guitar sets, particularly from Friday through Sunday.
How does ordering work?
You order by scanning a QR code at your table to view the menu and pay from your phone, and you can grab your own water. If you want a milder heat level, request reduced chili when ordering.
Are portions meant for sharing?
Dishes are suited for sharing tapas-style, with options like hot pots, boat noodles, and street skewers. Because individual portions can lean modest, consider ordering a few dishes across the table.
Is parking available nearby?
The CBD location means street parking is very limited and expensive paid street parking is the main street option. Public transport like trams or trains into the city centre is recommended.
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