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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants With Dairy Free Options

"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

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

Cairns

13 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...
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...
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 ...
Flynn's Italian

Flynn's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

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...
Jungle Fowl

Jungle Fowl

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award
Modern farm-to-table Thai cuisine is what you’ll find on the plate at Jungle Fowl on Wharf Street in Port Douglas. This locally loved dining destination exudes a fun and funky vibe with stylised wa...
Rocco

Rocco

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Cairns

Flavours of RoccoAvailable Now Ignite your senses and experience Rocco. With flavours from afar, Flavours of Rocco is taking you on a culinary journey inspired by the Middle East. Six dishes plus a complimentary bubbles or Belli...
"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 ...
Salt House

Salt House

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

Cairns

The New Sunday TraditionGather Your FriendsAvailable every Sunday 12 pm-4 pm $69 per person, enjoy shared antipasto entree, a choice of mains & one-hour bottomless Aperol Spritz, Prosecco, House Wine & Tap Beer. What's not to love!! Booking...
CC’s Bar and Grill

CC’s Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Cairns

Christmas Day at CC'sEat, drink, be merryA merry Christmas lunch feast to celebrate with friends and family at our award-winning CC's Bar & Grill. You're invited to sip on your glass of sparkling wine on arrival and settle in for a three-...
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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Burger"
N17 Burger Co

N17 Burger Co

Burger   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

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...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

Vino & CiboLunch SpecialTake an Italian vacation with our wine flight and share food degustation, get 4 share plates and 4 x 75mL wine for just $49 pp. To book your table, call (07) 4281 6814.
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...
Guyala Cafe

Guyala Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Cairns North

Inspiring, inclusive and healthy, Guyala Café on Smith Street in Cairns acts as an integration between the broader community and Spinal Life Australia. Named after the white-breasted sea eagle, thi...
Ten 06

Ten 06

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Yorkeys Knob

Enjoy unparalleled views of the glistening Coral Sea and Marlin Coast from L’Unico Trattoria Italiano on Vasey Street in Trinity Beach. This family-run Italian seafood restaurant is nestled on the ...
Find a taste of Italy on the plate at locally-loved restaurant Sapore di Italia on Rankin Street in Innisfail. This spacious dining destination seamlessly blends recycled timber tables with tiles a...
Wrasse & Roe Seafood Restaurant

Wrasse & Roe Seafood Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 2:00 PM

Port Douglas

Restaurant & Catering Association