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Whitsundays & Great Barrier Reef Restaurants With Air Conditioning

"Amazing Menu in a Stunning Location"
Bommie

Bommie

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

Hamilton Island

13 Chef Hat Award
ChristmasCelebrate in StyleCelebrate the season in style at Bommie for a Christmas Eve dinner or a Christmas Day lunch. Enjoy a sophisticated 5-course meal, complemented by a glass of Champagne or refreshing mocktail upon ar...
d'Viet House

d'Viet House

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Airlie Beach

Find the authentic taste of Vietnamese pho at d’Viet House on Shute Harbour Road in Airlie Beach. A colourful vibe of paper lanterns hanging from the ceiling and walls adorned with images of an Asi...
Those lucky enough to find themselves on picturesque Magnetic Island, make memories by visiting Amaroo on Mandalay resort to indulge in a meal at the resident restaurant and bar Up the Garden Path....
Eastwoods Dining

Eastwoods Dining

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Airlie Beach

Chef's Banquet Menu $70 per personCan't decide? Chef Jack Mason has selected some of his favourite dishes for to take you on a culinary journey. inspired by the traditional tastes and textures of Southeast Asia. Our menu brings you...
Experience the splendour of the Whitsundays at Sorrento Restaurant & Bar on Shingley Drive in Airlie Beach. A friendly, informal atmosphere allows you to unwind while soaking up views of clear aqua...
Situated right in the middle of Airlie Beach’s waterfront promenade, boasting an alfresco deck area and a view of the bustling street is The Deck Airlie Beach. Tourists exploring the area, together...
Little Vegas Burger & Bar

Little Vegas Burger & Bar

Burger   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Airlie Beach

Bringing a fun and refreshing dining experience to Airlie Beach, drop by Little Vegas Burger & Bar on Shute Harbour Road for bites and brews. A quirky industrial fit-out with large prints of Vegas ...
Orpheus Island Lodge

Orpheus Island Lodge

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Orpheus Island

A private island experience in a secluded, unspoiled tropical paradise awaits at Orpheus Island Lodge in the Great Barrier Reef. Stretching across 11 km of immaculate turquoise coastline, the islan...
Fish D'vine & Rum Bar

Fish D'vine & Rum Bar

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Airlie Beach

An institution in Airlie Beach and a favourite with both locals and tourists, kick back and relax at Fish D’vine & Rum Bar restaurant along Shute Harbour Road. Locally owned and operated, this awar...
La Tabella Trattoria

La Tabella Trattoria

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Airlie Beach

La Marina

La Marina

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Airlie Beach

Take a holiday of your own and head along the marina edge of Port Drive in Airlie Beach to arrive at La Marina restaurant. Spectacular water views welcome passersby into a sophisticated dining room...
Sidewalk Cafe

Sidewalk Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Airlie Beach

Ferries, yachts and luxury cruisers drift in and out of Nelly Bay under the watchful eye of Boardwalk Restaurant & Bar on Magnetic Island. A generous alfresco dining area extends out over the cryst...
Coca Chu

Coca Chu

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Hamilton Island

The Cove Restaurant

The Cove Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Bowen

Emeralds is fine dining, enjoy tropical style cuisine, elegant table setting either airconditioned, or alfresco on the outdoor terrace.
Thai Spicy

Thai Spicy

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Airlie Beach