Wu Kong Kitchen & Bar Southport

Wu Kong Kitchen & Bar Southport is the Gold Coast chapter of a venue built around the legendary figure Sun Wu Kong from Journey to the West. The restaurant’s concept is called Flaming Mountain, drawing on the story of the Monkey King’s encounter with a raging fire and the Iron Fan Princess during his journey west. That narrative gives the Southport venue a distinctly themed identity, rather than presenting itself as a conventional restaurant and bar.

The website describes the space as being designed around the Flaming Mountain chapter, with the wider Wu Kong concept inviting guests to enter the Monkey King’s cave and follow a culinary journey. It does not publish enough menu detail to identify particular dishes or a defined cuisine, so diners wanting to see the current food offering should refer to the venue’s Gold Coast menu before visiting. The site also highlights a team with more than 100 years of combined hospitality experience.

Located at Queen Street Village on Queen Street, the Southport venue is open from Monday to Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday, from 11:30am to 9pm, with the kitchen closing at 8:30pm. It is closed on Wednesdays according to the listed schedule. The story-led design may appeal to diners looking for a more immersive setting, whether they are meeting friends, sharing a meal with family or simply curious about the venue’s Journey to the West inspiration. Reservations can be made through the restaurant’s website.