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Vela Restaurant, West End, AU-QLD

Vela Restaurant

4.6 (151)
$40 and under
Thai
'West village Factory 2' 97 Boundary Street, West End, AU-QLD 4101

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 56 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Discover Vela, Brisbane's newest modern Thai sensation nestled in the heart of West Village. Brought to you by successful serial restaurateurs, Vela promises a vibrant, upmarket and refreshing dining experience, blending traditional flavours with an inventive flair; redefining Thai cuisine in Brisbane.

With its spacious 200+ seat venue adorned with funky and modern decor, guests will indulge in flavourful dishes and showstopping cocktails from sun up to sun down. Whether it's an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, Vela welcomes you with open arms. Select from our customisable à la carte menu, banquet menu, or allow our hospitable team to craft unforgettable experiences in our function spaces for your perfect party or group booking.

Join us at Vela, where every meal is a celebration of heritage, flavour, and the joy of shared experiences. Make your reservation today and discover why Vela is Brisbane's newest culinary hotspot.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Asian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • BANQUET MENU

    A$60.00 - A$80.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience a taste of Thai with our Banquet Menu.
    BANQUET MENU Photo
  • BRUNCH MENU

    A$45.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Come to enjoy weekend Brunch menu at Vela Restaurant
    BRUNCH MENU Photo

What 151 people are saying

Vela Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Brisbane

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Brisbane

    Lively

  • Brisbane

    Most Booked

  • Inner Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for groups

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Inner Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Inner Suburbs

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Inner Suburbs

    Lively

  • Inner Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vela Restaurant offers a sensational dining experience with "amazing food" and "attentive staff." Patrons praise its "classy ambience" and "beautiful design," making it perfect for special occasions. While some note the noise level and service delays, the overall experience remains "outstanding" and "highly recommended" for those craving authentic Thai flavors in a vibrant setting.
151 Reviews
  1. Basak

    Brisbane3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food - amazing service Great for big groups - elegant atmostphore

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  2. Mylan

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just had an absolutely delightful dinner with friends at Vela Thai Restaurant in West End, and I can't wait to share what a treat it was! We indulged in a feast of seven dishes, and honestly, every single one was moreish – the kind of food you just can't get enough of. While it's hard to pick a favourite from such a delicious spread, the chilli jam soft shell crab truly stole the show for me. The perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and crispy – it was an explosion of flavour and texture. The entire experience, from the vibrant atmosphere to the friendly service, was top-notch. It's safe to say that Vela Thai has earned a spot on our regular dining list. We will definitely be going back for more of their incredible food!

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  3. Deepak

    Brisbane1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was great. Beautiful setting. Food was excellent,however pricey. Will eat here again.

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  4. narelle

    Sydney3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was delicious and very fresh. The serving sizes were also good. We had the San Chow Bao and cashew nut chicken and chicken pad thai.

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  5. Maxine

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was sensational. Authentic Thai Food experience. Service is amazing. Attention to hygiene is the best I have ever seen.

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  6. Mike

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best ever. And in every aspect of the restaurant. Do yourself a favour.

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  7. Jeff

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Thai food this side of Heaven! Amazing original cocktails and desserts, too. Attentive staff. Classy ambience. Priced just right.

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  8. Rosie

    Brisbane1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I already booking at 8pm , but when i arrived i still have to wait 20mins for the table 🙄 So why i need to book a table for??? The food was no taste not like Thai food at all & have to wait another 30mins for the food and when it came it not really hot 😅 it’s so ridiculous

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  9. Joel

    Brisbane1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was nice, atmosphere mostly good despite appearing as upmarket but having uber drivers in high vis walking through the front door which makes it feel more of a casual dining experience. Ie. Westfield would expect that. Attention for the servers was the issue that will turn us off revisiting. Simply ignored all night, had to flag down staff constantly.

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  10. Sofiya

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the staff were absolutely amazing.

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Vela Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 151 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 56 times today
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'West village Factory 2' 97 Boundary Street, West End, AU-QLD 4101

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    West End
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Asian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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