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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants With Disabled Access

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...
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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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 Fri 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...
Seabean Tapas Bar Restaurant
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 ...
Rocco

Rocco

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
La Cucina + Bar

La Cucina + Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
"Seafood Platter"
The Backyard by Shangri-La

The Backyard by Shangri-La

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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 ...
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 Fri 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-...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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 Fri 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 Fri 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...
Splash Seafood Restaurant

Splash Seafood Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens Fri 11:30 AM

Cairns

Splash Seafood Restaurant on the Esplanade in Cairns is the perfect place to enjoy the delightful marine cuisine of Tropical North Queensland. Overlooking the Coral Sea, this dining destination del...
Guyala Cafe

Guyala Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 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...
FINN FINN

FINN FINN

Thai   $$$$$   Opens Fri 5:00 PM

Cairns North

The Surfy Port Douglas

The Surfy Port Douglas

International   $$$$$   Opens Fri 10:00 AM

Port Douglas

Stroll up from the sands of Port Douglas beach for an icy cold beer and bite to eat at The Surfy bistro on the corner of The Esplanade and Mowbray Street. You can’t get any more beachfront than thi...
Connect with guests, locals and visitors as you raise a glass to the past at The Daintree Bar on Avenue of Palms in Port Douglas. Nestled in the heart of Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, this spacious...