Fortitude Valley's already impressive dining scene reaches new heights—literally—with the opening of TABOO, a stunning modern Thai restaurant perched atop The Constance Hotel. The monochrome pale-green oasis adds yet another jewel to the thriving James Street Precinct, just around the corner from the renowned Calile Hotel.
TABOO comes from the team behind the beloved Mr. Vain, a modern pan-Asian restaurant known for signature dishes including duck spring rolls, coconut king prawns, and fried corn ribs with kombu butter. The new venue represents their most ambitious project yet, set to unfold across three phases.
Executive Chef Benson Skelton and Head Chef Alec Kapitz have crafted a menu that reimagines breakfast classics with modern Thai flair. Expect dishes like Thai eggs benedict featuring crispy roti, pork belly, and red curry hollandaise, maple lime French toast, and coconut pancakes with salted Thai coffee caramel.
The Brunch Club Banquet offers a tantalizing preview of what's to come when lunch and dinner services launch in subsequent phases. Share-style plates will include oysters with nam jim granita, Crying Tiger wagyu striploin, kingfish and green mango ceviche, and coconut sago pudding. The drinks program features inventive creations like Thai basil matcha and spiced golden Mont Blanc.
The venue demonstrated remarkable resilience after enduring significant damage from Cyclone Alfred, which caused unexpected delays but ultimately couldn't dampen the team's determination.
"It is a destination designed for those who move with intention, dine with curiosity, and find meaning in detail," the team explains. "At every turn, the experience invites you to stay just a little longer."
With its sky-high setting and innovative Thai-inspired menu, TABOO is positioned to become one of Brisbane's most sought-after dining destinations.