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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants With Dairy Free Options

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...
"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...
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

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...
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 a...
Rocco

Rocco

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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-...
Salt House

Salt House

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

Cairns

Melbourne Cup LunchJoin us!Join us for the race that stops the nation! With TVs through the venue you can watch the races in both the restaurant and bar area. Try your luck with our sweepstakes and enjoy lunch specials in th...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Burger"
N17 Burger Co

N17 Burger Co

Burger   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Port Douglas

MELBOURNE CUP DAYBookings advisedEvery race live an loud from 11am
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...
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...
"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 ...
Ten 06

Ten 06

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

Yorkeys Knob

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...
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 ...
Wrasse & Roe Seafood Restaurant

Wrasse & Roe Seafood Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 2:00 PM

Port Douglas

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