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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

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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...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Summer Set Menu2 Courses $58Enjoy Chef Spencer Patrick's signature Summer Set Menu, featuring a rotating selection of fresh, seasonal entrees, mains and desserts. 2 courses for $58, 3 courses for $75, includes a glass of Vass...
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...
Lagoon House Restaurant x Lúc L?c Takeover Dinner with Shaw + Smith1 February 2025Brisbane's hottest new restaurant comes to Lagoon House Restaurant for one night only! With the kitchen helmed by Ghanem Group executive chef Jake Nicolson, it's sure to be an unforgettable evening...
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...
One of Cairns’ most iconic waterfront venues with impressive views spanning the waterfront and Marina Point, Salt House on Pier Point Road is the ideal location to enjoy and embrace Tropical NQ. Ta...
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...
Jungle Fowl

Jungle Fowl

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Chef's Table Lunch with Chef Ben WallaceWe are excited to be launching our Sunday Long Lunch by Chef Benjamin Wallace. Each week we will have a limited-seat Chef’s Table Lunch Experience running 12pm-3pm. Experience our very own chefs co...
Osprey’s Restaurant offers an intimate atmosphere with stunning views of Coral Sea islands, reefs and mountain ranges from the exclusive Thala Beach Nature Reserve in Port Douglas. Perched on a pri...
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...
Fresh CalamariA Must Try!Our fresh calamari, with Spanish style furikake, aioli, and lemon! A great snack to have with a refreshing glass of Estrella! Book now — link below! (Or try your luck and walk in, for a seat up at ...
"Seafood Platter"
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 ...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Discover Modern Italian dining at Ollie’s on the exclusive waterfront dining precinct of Marlin Parade in Cairns. This North Queensland restaurant boasts a team of European trained Chefs whose pas...
La Cucina + Bar

La Cucina + Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Port Douglas

For fresh seafood prepared with an Italian twist, visit La Cucina + Bar on Macrossan Street in Port Douglas. Admire a clear, starlit sky surrounded by lush ferns in a spacious alfresco area or enjo...
FINN FINN

FINN FINN

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Cairns North

Authentic Thai flavours are on the plate at FINN FINN restaurant on Lake Street in Cairns. Dine amongst twinkling fairy lights and vibrantly coloured material panels indoors while the walls are ado...
Rocco

Rocco

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns

Soak up panoramic views of the Coral Sea and dine on a feast of Middle Eastern delights from the highest rooftop bar in Cairns at Rocco on the Esplanade. Picture yourself sipping a herb-infused Ins...
CC’s Bar and Grill

CC’s Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Cairns

Savour CC's3-course Set Menu $110CC's Bar and Grill is an award-winning contemporary steakhouse located at Crystalbrook Bailey. Its menu celebrates the best of local produce and pays homage to the ruggedness of the great Australia...
Flynn's Italian

Flynn's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Cairns

Christmas Parties at Flynn's ItalianSaluti! It's the most wonderful time of the year and we look forward to offering you quintessential Italian hospitality to celebrate the festive season. Join us at Flynn's Italian for a bustling pre-Ch...
Hello Gecko's Cafe

Hello Gecko's Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 AM

Atherton

Those seeking all-day café fare with flair in Atherton head down Main Street to discover Hello Gecko’s Café. This well-loved eatery is abuzz with lively conversation as locals and those passing thr...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Burger"
N17 Burger Co

N17 Burger Co

Burger   $$$$$   Open Now

Port Douglas

When visiting Port Douglas you won't be short of activities to do or sights to see, leaving a ravenous hunger that only a hearty gourmet burger from N17 Burger Co can satisfy. Set along Macrossan S...