Tastes of Southport Launches at Australia Fair Bringing the World to Your Plate

Food lovers, your global culinary passport has officially arrived. Australia Fair and Australia Fair Metro has launched TASTES OF SOUTHPORT today, a vibrant new foodie hub boasting nearly 50 international eateries that serve up a sensational selection of global flavours — all in the heart of the Gold Coast CBD at Southport.

From handmade dumplings and sizzling street food to freshly brewed tea, decadent pastries, and bubbling hotpots, Tastes of Southport is more than a place to eat — it’s a destination for discovery.

“This precinct reflects the incredible diversity of our community and the love of food,” said Louise Jurgs, Senior Marketing Manager, Australia Fair.

“We’ve curated an experience with our hospitality tenants that brings people together through food — whether you’re craving bold Asian spices, fresh baked European pastries, or something quick and comforting.”

Tastes of Southport spans both Australia Fair and Australia Fair Metro, with standout food retailers offering authentic bites from China, Japan, Malaysia, Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, the Philippines and beyond.

Key retailers include:

• 1919 Lanzhou Beef Noodle – Traditional Chinese beef noodle soup with hand-pulled noodles.
• Itaewon K-Street Food – Korean favourites like bulgogi rice bowls and tteokbokki.
• PappaRich – Classic Malaysian dishes including Roti Canai and Curry Laksa.
• Jiraiya – Handmade udon, tempura, and Japanese rice bowls.
• Mini Hot Pot & Zhang Liang Malatang – Personalised hotpot and Chinese-style malatang experiences.
• Mangkok Avenue – Authentic Filipino eats like soy chicken and ube desserts.
• Delicious Dumplings Dynasty – Handmade Northern Chinese dumplings and pan-fried specialties.
• Fenku Rice Noodles, Great Wall Takeaway, and EHA Dumplings – Comforting Chinese street food options.
• NeNe Chicken – Korean-style fried chicken with signature sauces like Bulgogi and Flaming Mayo.
• Kurimu Japanese Cream Choux & Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart – Irresistible sweet treats from Japan.

New gems like Bun Bun Bao, Pierre’s Pastry, Milk Flower, and CocoArt further enrich the offering with everything from bánh mì and rice paper rolls to tropical smoothies, egg waffles, and traditional Greek pastries.

To celebrate the launch of Tastes of Southport, shoppers have the chance to WIN a luxury getaway for two to Asia. To enter the Eat, Scan & Jet Set promotion, diners simply purchase a meal or drink from any Tastes of Southport venue from 26 May to 20 June 2025 and scan the QR code in-store.

Then they are in the draw to win a prize valued at over $8,000, including:

• 2 x return flights to an Eva Air Asian destination of your choice
• $1,000 All Way Travel voucher
• $500 spending money

One entry per person per day. Terms and conditions apply — visit australiafair.com.au for details.

With its fusion of flavour, culture, and community, Tastes of Southport is redefining the shopping centre experience.

“This is about more than just food,” said Louise Jurgs, Senior Marketing Manager, Australia Fair.

“It’s a cultural and culinary precinct for locals and visitors to explore, connect, and return to again and again.”

Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite, meeting friends, or indulging in something sweet, Tastes of Southport invites you to eat your way around the world — without leaving the Gold Coast.

About Australia Fair & Australia Fair Metro

Australia Fair

Australia Fair has become the Southport’s go-to destination, blending a vibrant foodie scene with convenient, value-driven shopping and a strong sense of community with over 180 retailers to choose from including Kmart, Woolworths, Coles and Event Cinemas. Offers 3 hours free parking.

Centre recently completed $50 million upgrade to enhance their food offering at the northern end of the centre, a new pedestrian entrance from Marine parade, upgraded skylights, plus new amenities to improve our customer’s experience.

Australia Fair Metro

A unique cultural experience offering over 20 dining multicultural experiences located opposite Australia Fair on the fringe of Chinatown.