Tamborine Mountain Restaurant - French BYO Dining at Pippin Took²

Pippin Took² BYO is located on beautiful Tamborine Mountain, and is the second version of the highly successful Pippin Took [original] which was located in Brisbane for 12 years, owned and operated by Ross Howell and Helen Johnson.

The intimate space has been re-invented, incorporating a modern design homage to the original.

Pippin Took² is a delightful place where you can sit and enjoy quality dining, in a charming setting, with honest, accurate service. This association is composed by professionals from the trade, each in turn with years of experience in the wonderful world of hospitality.

It is a `Bistronomie’ [referring to eating a high quality meal at a reasonable price – being a mix of “bistrot” and “gastronomie”] and gives an opportunity to bring your own beautiful wines.

"I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food" - W.C. Fields

The Chef

Ross brings his world-class skills and genius to Pippin Took2. He has won multi awards and has had a stellar career with many years of industry experience.

Ross has been selected to represent Australia on two occasions, at the Bocuse D’or World Cuisine in Lyon, France and competed at the International Culinary Olympics, where he was awarded 2 gold, 1 silver and 3 bronze medals.

He has also competed successfully, locally, nationally and internationally, having won the fiercely competitive Global Chef Challenge to represent the Pacific Rim region. He then competed in Santiago, Chile, as one of the 7 world region finalists, where he was placed 3^rd in the world.

Winning many accolades throughout his career, Ross has been recognized locally by winning the Chef of Chefs competition and nationally, by winning 2 prestigious Australian Gold Plate Awards.

Ross’ driving force is his zeal for consistently producing the best contemporary food, combined with a true sense of professionalism and hospitality. His long-held enthusiasm, which took seed at the age of 15, commenced from his chef’s apprenticeship at the Crest International Hotel in Brisbane, where he learnt his skill in classical French cooking which remains a foundation of his cooking technique today. Ross is a member of the Acadamie Culinaire de France.

Having owned and operated award winning restaurants, the combination of Ross Howell’s creative ability, and Helen Johnson’s wealth of industry experience and expertise, makes them a formidable team, orientated and focussed to ensure consistency in all areas.

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   Karen Flynn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic
  
 
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   dazromen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Pippin Took² is the reincarnation of the original restaurant in the Brisbane suburb of Bardon. They took a detour in the 90s/noughties with Chow Bistro in Milton too - the venue my wife & I chose for our post wedding dinner with family.

These days Helen & Ross are enjoying running a smaller, more intimate venue.

I have dined at both the original & new Pippin Tooks, with my wife, friends & family going back to 1988. Not once have we had a bad experience, and long term friends have always been full of praise for their experience, and have been repeat customers too.

Helen is the perfect host - unruffled, calm, attentive & thoroughly professional.

Ross is a master in his kitchen, presenting high quality food that has never failed to leave me smiling & sated.

I have been dining with these fabulous folk for over 35 years. That is a testament to their passion, commitment to quality, and the way in which you become part of their family, because I cannot say that about any other restaurant I have been to. Repeat business? Yes. Nearly 40 years, across 3 or more venues? Nope. And one of only 2 BYO restaurants I have ever taken 20+ year old wines to.
  
 
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   Sascha Steingrobe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you so such a lovely evening with amazing food 🥰
  
 
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   Yufen HUANG 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely amazing food and service. The steak and duck confit were both cooked to perfection. Crispy duck skin with the meat that can dissolve in your mouth. Did not expect to find a restaurant that awesome in a tourist spot. And it must be hard keeping the business going as when we visited there was only us in the whole restaurant. The entre cheese soufflé and the desserts are all amazingly delicious too. Cannot recommend the restaurant more.
  
 
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   Billie Amps 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful French food & service. Could not fault a thing! Thank you Helen & team.
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   Jeremy Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Recently dined (Jan 31st) at Pippin Took2. Quite simply a beautiful experience for French food and good relaxed service. It's our second dinner ther and it remains excellent. Do yourself a favour a treat yourself to a quality French meal.
  
 
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   Amy Penrose 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A wonderful experience! The food was amazing! The service impeccable, warm and friendly! Will absolutely be returning again! Thank you!
  
 
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   Ross Cumming 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exquisite French Cuisine

I have had the pleasure of dining at Pippin Took 2 several times & on every occasion it is a superb experience of outstanding French cuisine from a high credentialed chef and excellent front of house service from the charming host Helen ..

Wonderful atmosphere & a very high quality dining experience … highly recommended

Ross Cumming
  
 
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   Lisa’s Lunching 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing food and service super quaint eclectic atmosphere duck spring rolls, cheese  soufflé, eye fillet and duck all amazing only minor complaint the duck and steak wasn’t hot. Absolutely will be back when on the Mt!
  
 
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   Timmothy Green 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant place to eat on the Mountain. Highly recommended. Service and the food were standouts. Veloute was a must try.

About Pippin Took²

Tamborine Mountain Restaurant - French BYO Dining at Pippin Took²

"I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food" - W.C. Fields

The Chef