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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants Serving Dinner

For the vibrant fresh flavours of Japanese cuisine, discerning Cairns diners head to Wawawa Izakaya on Lake Street. From the colourful wall murals of a Japanese woman and Mount Fuji to bright neon ...
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...
Nautilus Restaurant

Nautilus Restaurant

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

Port Douglas

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Chef's Five-Course DegustationAvailable NightlyThe ultimate tropical dining indulgence. Sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious 5-course menu showcasing the best from Nautilus' talented team of Chefs. To book your table, call (07) 4099 5330.
"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...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
For award-winning dining in paradise, head to Harrisons Restaurant on Port Douglas Road. The signature restaurant at Port Douglas’ Sheraton Grand Mirage, chill out in opulent surrounds of chandelie...
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...
Lagoon House Restaurant on Avenue of Palms is a unique experience that has been crafted to embellish the laidback lifestyle of Port Douglas. Nestled in Sheraton Mirage Resort, this is a place where...
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-...
La Cucina + Bar

La Cucina + Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 PM

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...
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...
Shaylee Strawberries

Shaylee Strawberries

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 9:00 AM

Atherton

Cuppa brewed with love!Open Wednesday to SundayNothing beats the feeling of having a nice cup of coffee, made by your favourite barista’s at Two Strawberries Cafe. Open 9am to 4pm Wednesday to Sunday. Head down to Shaylee Strawberries this week...
"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...
Beach Almond

Beach Almond

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Palm Cove

Restaurant & Catering Association
Discover an award-winning restaurant celebrating the rich harvest of local seafood at Beach Almond on Williams Esplanade in Palm Cove. Nestled in an iconic beachfront location, a rustic ambience aw...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Italian"
La Fettuccina

La Fettuccina

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Cairns

Established in 1989, La Fettuccina is a long-standing favourite on Cairns’ dining scene, with almost equally long-standing staff. Patrons have been returning time and again to this iconic restauran...
Yama Zaru Izakaya

Yama Zaru Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Cairns

Embracing the Japanese izakaya style of wining and dining, head to Yama Zaru Izakaya on Sheridan Street in Cairns for a dining experience to remember. Showcasing tapas dishes and the best range of ...