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Cairns & Environs Modern Australian Restaurants

Take in ocean views as balmy breezes rustle overhead leaves at Melaleuca Port Douglas on Wharf Street. Boasting a fabulous alfresco courtyard with three giant mango trees forming a canopy above din...
Salt House

Salt House

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
A Night with Larry EmdurBen Buckler Whisky LaunchJoin us for a night with Larry Emdur, to celebrate the launch of his new Whisky, The Ben Buckler. Attendees will experience an exclusive evening of whisky tasting and bbq food pairings, as well ...
Zinc Port Douglas

Zinc Port Douglas

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 2:00 PM

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
A sophisticated tropical dining experience awaits at Zinc, on the corner of Macrossan and Davidson Streets in Port Douglas. This well-loved restaurant presents an elegant venue for a romantic dinne...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Cairns

14 Chef Hat Award
An exotic sensory feast awaits diners at multi-award-winning Tamarind, signature restaurant of Cairns’ Reef Hotel Casino. The journey begins with an ambient, low-lit dining room set with crisp whit...
Dine with the best view in North QueenslandLong lunchesPerched high in the treetops with panoramic views over the Coral Sea, Ospreys Restaurant at Thala Beach blends breathtaking natural beauty with exceptional dining. Surrounded by the lush canopy, gu...
Discover barefoot luxury by the pool at Koko Poolside Bar & Kitchen on Davidson Street in Port Douglas. Inspired by the Beach Boys’ iconic song Kokomo, chill out in tropic holiday vibes at this chi...
Salsa Bar & Grill

Salsa Bar & Grill

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Port Douglas

Restaurant & Catering Association
Overlooking the beautiful waters of Port Douglas, Salsa Bar & Grill is the go-to venue for locals and tourists alike. Situated on popular Wharf Street precinct, Salsa’s white timber furnishings, la...
Taste Of The Tropics Grand High TeaFridays from 2pm to 4pmThe longstanding grand tradition of high tea comes alive in Far North Queensland with an afternoon of tête-à-tête amidst a delectable selection of sandwiches and sweet treats served with cold bubbl...
"Seafood Platter"
The Backyard by Shangri-La

The Backyard by Shangri-La

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Cairns

Casual waterside dining, a chilled Cairns vibe and extraordinary views are what await at The Backyard by Shangri-La on Pierpoint Road. Nestled in The Pier Shopping Centre, this stylish destination ...
Nautilus Restaurant

Nautilus Restaurant

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Cocooned within a lush garden setting, Nautilus on Murphy Street in Port Douglas successfully melds the relaxed ambiance of the tropics with elegant dining. Explore a Modern Australian menu inspire...
Just fifteen minutes from the heart of Cairns CBD, head to Yorkeys Knob Boating Club on Buckley Street to refuel after a day exploring the area. The resident restaurant, Boaties Bar and Grill, offe...
The Tin Shed

The Tin Shed

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Port Douglas

The menu might include:- Beer battered local wild caught Barramundi
Watergate Port Douglas

Watergate Port Douglas

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Port Douglas

Dundee's on the Waterfront

Dundee's on the Waterfront

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

Restaurant & Catering Association
The Cotton Club

The Cotton Club

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Cairns

After a day exploring the endless activities Mission Beach has to offer, make your way to the tropical oasis of Castaways Resort and Spa to refuel at resident eatery, BUKO. Take a seat on the relax...