Modern Vietnamese Restaurant in the heart of Burleigh Heads

Located in the heart of Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast since 2016, Jimmy Wah’s is a modern Vietnamese restaurant known for vibrant share-style dining, award-winning wines, and a lively atmosphere. Recognised as one of the best restaurants in Burleigh Heads, we bring together traditional Vietnamese flavours with contemporary style.

Our share-plate style of dining welcomes guests from all walks of life to come together and share in the joy of delicious food and good company.

With the backdrop of classic 50s, 60s, and 70s tunes, guests can enjoy our carefully curated wine list designed to complement the freshness and balance of Vietnamese cuisine.

Reservations are recommended to secure your table.

AWARDS

Australian Good Food Guides Chef Hat – 2018-2026
Australian Wine List of the Year – Two Glasses – 2023-2025
Australian Good Food Guide – Reader’s Choice 2023-2025
Australian Wine List of The Year Winner (50 Wines) – 2023
Delicious100’s top 40 restaurants in Queensland – 2022

Lunch & Dinner

Freshly shucked Appellation oysters, fresh lime (gf) (A) $8 ea
Tempura oysters, soy & sesame, chilli mayo, black tobiko (gf) (A) $8 ea
Yellowfin tuna sashimi, muối ớt xanh, thai basil, chilli, crispy shallots, sorrel (gf) $31
Tofu carpaccio, coconut goma dare, chilli oil, shallots, pomegranate (gf) (v) $17
Beef tartare, puffed sesame cracker, soy, ginger, red onion, chilli (gf) $29.5
Betel leaf, tempura barramundi, charred corn, peanuts, chilli (gf) (A) $9.5 ea
"Ha Cao" Vietnamese dumplings, shiitake, cabbage, corn, truffled soy broth, chilli (gf) (v) $22
Banh mi, tempura soft shell crab, Vietnamese slaw, coriander, chilli (I) $24
Crispy spring rolls, chicken & pork, nuoc cham (4) (gf) $24
Duck larb san choy bow, chilli, herbs, cucumber, nuoc cham (gf) $23
Grilled king prawns, compound butter, spiced coconut milk, lime (gf) (A) $39
Soft braised tofu, wild mushrooms, soy broth, fermented black bean (gf) (v) $22
Caramelised pork belly, sweet potato & turmeric puree, chilli & lychee salsa, watermelon radish (gf) $29.5
Vietnamese pancake, pork larb, prawns, pickled cucumber, lettuce & herbs (gf) (I) $41
Fragrant vegetarian curry, tofu, snow peas, beans, seasonal greens, peanuts (gf) (v) $39
Steamed fish fillet, ginger, soy broth, chilli, foam (gf) (M) MP
Grilled barramundi, yellow curry, snow peas, green beans, sprouts (gf) (A) $49.5
Half chicken, morning glory, kaffir-lime, tamarind & coconut cream (gf) $50
Beef short rib red curry, lychee, potato, seasonal greens (gf) $53
MB7 300g Wagyu sirloin, five spice soubise, wild mushroom (gf) $99
Steamed rice (gf) $6.5 pp
Sautéed greens, oyster sauce, chilli, fried shallots (gf) (v) $14
Charred cos lettuce hearts, crispy chilli, peanuts, black vinegar (gf) (v) $15
Roasted cauliflower, green curry, peanut praline (gf) (v) $19
Green papaya salad, peanuts, chilli, lime (gf) $21
- Add tempura soft shell crab (gf) $30.5
Vegetarian and vegan options upon request | Please advise of any dietary requirements, however trace elements may be present.
Please note, no split bills | 10% surcharge on Sundays | 15% surcharge on public holidays | 0.99% surcharge on the transaction amount of all card types

Rated 5 out of 5

“Best chilli margarita in a Vietnamese restaurant”

– Sydney Morning Herald

“While Vietnamese food may be known for its subtlety and simplicity, at this buzzy, coastal favourite, flavours are turned up a notch”

– Delicious

“Spend a weekend on the Gold Coast and you’d be forgiven for thinking Jimmy Wah's was a forgotten Burleigh prince or something. That’s how often you’ll hear his name”

– Australian Traveller

“I was impressed with the service — it’s attentive, but unobtrusive.”

– The Gold Coast Bulletin