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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants With Gluten Free Options

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...
Wawawa Izakaya

Wawawa Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Cairns

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

Tamarind

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

Cairns

13 Chef Hat Award
NYE Degustation DinnerNYE Degustation DinnerCelebrate the arrival of the New Year with an exquisite dining experience at Tamarind's New Year's Eve Dinner Degustation. Priced at $190 per person, or $250 with expertly paired wines, this culin...
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...
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...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Social Hour 4pm-6pm DailyJoin us for the ultimate social experience during Harrisons' 'Social Hour' from 4pm to 6pm daily. Enjoy beers and wines for just $8, or indulge in carefully curated cocktails for only $12.50. It's ...
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...
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
"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 ...
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...
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...
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...
Calypso Club

Calypso Club

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Cairns

The Calypso TaleSet menu at Calypso ClubCalypso, the legend, the dance, the music…the menu. Experience our colourful and flavourful take on bringing the Caribbean sound, smells, and taste to life with our six-plate menu for $59 per perso...
CC’s Bar and Grill

CC’s Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
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...
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   $$$$$   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...