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Red Spice Road

141 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 37 people

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Find Red Spice Road

141 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9603 1601
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Red Spice Road

Step past the heavy curtains into a soaring Queen Street dining hall lit by iconic red lanterns, built for spirited Melbourne CBD feasts. The kitchen delivers communal South-East Asian banquet menus where tables share bold, sweet-and-savory plates without anyone stressing over dietary restrictions. Longtime regulars zero in on the signature pork belly—crisped on the outside, tender beneath, and slicked with rich chilli caramel alongside a tart apple slaw. Fragrant curries, betel leaf wraps, and shareable tasting courses arrive in steady rhythm across long wooden tables, paired with a sharp wine list.

  • Seamless Group Banquets: Multi-course sharing menus like the Tuk Tuk and Songthaew easily flex for gluten-free and pescatarian diners.
  • Signature Pork Belly: Crisp exterior and tender center glazed in sticky chilli caramel and balanced by fresh apple slaw.
  • Communal CBD Space: Grand red-lit dining hall with long communal seating and upstairs private dining rooms for events.
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Key Advantages of Dining at Red Spice Road

Why groups, corporate teams, and Asian fusion lovers choose Red Spice Road for seamless banquets in Melbourne CBD.

  • Seamless Group Banquets with Full Dietary Accommodation

    Multi-course tasting menus like the Tuk Tuk and Middle banquet scale smoothly for large parties while effortlessly catering to mixed dietary needs, including gluten-free and pescatarian diners.

    We had a table of nine and chose the tuk tuk set menu. The food was wonderful, and the restaurant catered to each of our dietary requirements with no fuss at all.

    Adrian Orlando

  • Well-Portioned Sharing Menus Tailored for Parties

    Shared multi-course sets are thoughtfully portioned to feed entire groups hot, fresh dishes simultaneously without complicated à la carte ordering.

    The portions are well thought out and scaled appropriately for the size of your group, making it perfect for sharing.

    Aanchal Tangri

  • Private Dining and Flowing Service for Corporate Events

    Upstairs private dining rooms, attentive continuous service, and polished execution make hosting company events and milestones effortless.

    Held company event there, we had a private dining room. Waiters were attentive, serving speed was good in continuous flow without awkward pause, we were all well fed!

    Jackson Seow

  • Long Communal Seating for Large Celebrations

    A spacious Queen Street venue equipped with exceptionally long banquet tables lets large parties and groups celebrate comfortably together in one setting.

    Awesome spot to go for a group meal, amazingly long tables so you can all sit together

    Chantelle Drabik

  • Signature Crispy Pork Belly with Chilli Caramel

    The flagship crispy pork belly delivers an iconic contrast of crisp exterior and melting centre glazed in rich chilli caramel.

    Crispy pork belly with chilli caramel is Red Spice Road’s flagship item. Its crispy outer shell with soft melting centre paired with fresh Granny Smith apple slaw of herbs & spices is exquisite.

    R Phlo

  • Sleek Ambiance and Bold South-East Asian Flavours

    From striking red lanterns to sophisticated Asian-inspired interiors, the dining room pairs bold, multi-layered flavours with high-end presentation.

    The ambiance is sleek and sophisticated, perfect for a special night out. The food was absolutely incredible, every dish was bursting with bold, vibrant flavors.

    Jayant Kripalani

Communal South-East Asian signature dishes designed for sharing

  • Crispy Pork Belly

    Understandably the Crispy pork belly with chilli caramel is Red Spice Road’s flagship item. Its crispy outer shell with soft melting centre paired with fresh Granny Smith apple slaw of herbs & spices is exquisite.

    R Phlo

  • Betel Leaf

    First appetizer (betel leaf prawn) was already a pleasant surprise! Awesome fusion, nice taste with great mix of textures, and just keep getting better throughout the night.

    Jackson Seow

  • Lamb Massaman Curry

    My personal favourites were the Broccoli Bang Bang Salad, Lamb Massaman Curry, and the Mushroom Cumin Croquette—each dish was packed with flavour.

    Aanchal Tangri

  • Tamarind Prawns

    Highlights were their signature Pork Belly which was sweet and rich 🐷, Tamarind Prawns which was light and refreshing 🦐, and Cauliflower!

    Stelly

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitality details that elevate group banquets and celebrations

  • Birthday Table Celebration

    Dessert presentation includes a candle, a celebratory flag, and servers singing to commemorate the guest of honour.

  • Individualised Dietary Banquet Tracks

    Banquet tasting formats offer dedicated parallel pescatarian and vegetarian courses alongside custom adjustments for gluten-free guests.

  • Building History Welcome

    Arrival includes an in-depth orientation on the heritage and architecture of the historic Melbourne Queen Street building.

  • Upstairs Event Dining Rooms

    Banquets offer distinct upstairs private dining rooms designed with dedicated continuous-flow staff service for corporate events.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does banquet dining work for groups with different dietary needs?

Dining is structured around multi-course sharing banquets (such as the Tuk Tuk, Moto Taxi, or Songthaew menus). Tables typically share the same banquet tier, though the kitchen readily accommodates individual dietary requirements like vegetarian, pescatarian, and gluten-free diets alongside it.

Should I book in advance, and is there a seating time limit?

Reservations are accepted and strongly recommended, particularly for peak weekend dinners and large groups. Keep in mind that dinner sittings may carry a 90-minute seating limit.

Can you take home leftover food from the banquets?

Banquet portions are generous and designed for communal sharing, but diner experiences note that taking home leftovers in takeaway containers is generally not permitted.

What are the signature dishes to order?

The crispy pork belly served with chilli caramel and apple slaw is the restaurant's standout flagship dish across banquet menus. Other popular favorites include the betel leaf prawn, lamb ribs, and curries.

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