Oh Boy, Bok Choy! continues to build its reputation in Stafford with its Southeast Asian kitchen, offering a vibrant and inclusive dining experience focused on fresh produce.
Background and Context
Amanda and John Scott, owners of Kedron’s well-known Farm House café, expanded their hospitality portfolio by establishing Oh Boy, Bok Choy! on Stafford Road in 2021. Motivated by a long-held passion for Southeast Asian cuisine, they brought together a culinary team with family roots in Vietnamese, Thai, Malaysian, and Chinese food traditions. This diverse expertise ensures the menu remains closely tied to authentic recipes passed through generations.
Menu and Dining Experience
Oh Boy, Bok Choy! serves a broad Southeast Asian menu tailored to Queensland’s climate. Dishes highlight fresh vegetables and offer vegan-friendly options, with guests able to add proteins such as crispy duck or pork belly. Popular selections include whisky tamarind pork belly, popcorn cauliflower, Malaysian fried rice, and salt and pepper calamari.
The restaurant promotes a shared dining style, with dishes arriving progressively from the kitchen. Half the menu is vegan-friendly, with gluten-free and dairy-free options clearly indicated.
Special Features and Beverage Selection
Weekend lunch diners can enjoy the ‘Bubbles and Baos’ offering, which features a five-course banquet alongside two hours of unlimited prosecco, house wines, and beers for $89 per person. The drinks list includes signature cocktails like the Vietnamese Espresso Martini and Wasabi Moscow Mule, alongside a strong selection of Queensland craft beers and non-alcoholic mocktails.
The restaurant’s bar also features a wide range of gins, including local and Japanese varieties, available neat or mixed.
Community Sentiment
Reviews from visitors regularly praise the restaurant’s fast service, flavourful food, and accommodating atmosphere. Families, including those dining with young children, report positive experiences with helpful staff and dietary accommodations. Particular praise has been given to the venue’s gluten-free offerings and standout dishes such as the whisky tamarind pork belly and corn ribs.
Locals have embraced Oh Boy, Bok Choy! as a lively, reliable addition to Stafford’s dining landscape.
What’s Next
Oh Boy, Bok Choy! has firmly established itself as a staple for Southeast Asian cuisine in Stafford, drawing ongoing support from locals who appreciate its commitment to fresh produce, flexible dining options, and vibrant service. The restaurant continues to reflect the diverse tastes and social dining culture that fit well within the Queensland lifestyle.
Published 23-Apr-2025