Boon Choou

14/20Updated September 24, 2026,first published October 27, 2025An electrifying addition to a growing part of our city’s food scene.In Thailand, every region has its specialty dishes, every household has its variances, every street corner has something new to discover. And at long last, a greater spectrum of all that is available in Melbourne. Boon Choou is focused on family cooking, introducing dishes that may be unfamiliar to some diners, but intensely nostalgic for others.A sticky rice roll of pork belly imbued with five spice reflects the Chinese influence on Bangkok’s food. Dishes are dispatched from an open kitchen in a pretty, heritage building with exposed brick walls and green banquettes. A coconut flesh dumpling with shrimp floss and coconut milk is subtly sweet and texturally thrilling.The ginger-heavy glass noodles of woonsen might hide wild-caught abalone, prawns, or hand-picked hunks of crab meat. And the khao soi might be Melbourne’s best rendition of this curry chicken noodle soup. With such a rich menu, this spot is worthy of repeat visits.Must-order: Kuaj tiew lord rice and pork rollsGood Food reviews are booked anonymously and paid independently. A restaurant can’t pay for a review or inclusion in the Good Food Guide.Restaurant reviews, news and the hottest openings served to your inbox.Sign upLast visited: September 2025More:MelbourneBoon ChoouThaiGood for groupsLate-night diningLicensedAccepts bookingsVegetarian-friendlyGluten-free optionsRestaurantReviewsGood Food GuideFrom our partners