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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants Serving Lunch

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Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Discover Modern Italian dining at Ollie’s on the exclusive waterfront dining precinct of Marlin Parade in Cairns. This North Queensland restaurant boasts a team of European trained Chefs whose pas...
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 ...
Wrasse & Roe Seafood Restaurant

Wrasse & Roe Seafood Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Port Douglas

Restaurant & Catering Association
The best Line caught reef fish FNQ has to offer!Open every night from 5pmLooking for that perfectly cooked piece of premium line caught Reef fish, with options like Red Emperor, Large mouth Nannygai & Gold Band snapper you'll be well taken care of by the team @wrasseanr...
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...
Dine with the best view in North QueenslandLong lunchesPerched high in the treetops with panoramic views over the Coral Sea, Ospreys Restaurant at Thala Beach blends breathtaking natural beauty with exceptional dining. Surrounded by the lush canopy, gu...
Salt House

Salt House

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

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
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...
"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...
Cafe Matteo

Cafe Matteo

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Manunda

Expect to find the best coffee and fresh quality, café-style fare with flair at Café Matteo on Anderson Street in Manunda. This well-loved local Cairns eatery is a modern space, thoughtfully conver...
Eazytiger Trinity Beach

Eazytiger Trinity Beach

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Trinity Beach

Tantalising Asian tapas in a relaxed Tropical North Queensland setting awaits locals and visitors at Eazytiger restaurant on Trinity Beach Road in Trinity Beach. Soak up rays alfresco on balmy days...
"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 ...
Authentic, handmade Italian fare and patisserie inspired by the city of Napoli await discerning Smithfield foodies at Sapori Antichi Italiani on Faculty Close. Located in Campus Shopping Village, e...
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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Burger"
N17 Burger Co

N17 Burger Co

Burger   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 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...
Calypso Club

Calypso Club

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Cairns

Inspired by bygone holidays lazing by the coast sipping pina coladas, Calypso Club on the Esplanade in Cairns is a vibrant rum bar and seafood kitchen. Located on the ground floor of Crystalbrook B...
Shaylee Strawberries

Shaylee Strawberries

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 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 baristas at Two Strawberries Cafe. Open 9 am to 4 pm Wednesday to Sunday. Head down to Shaylee Strawberries this wee...
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 12:00 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...
SAILS Cairns

SAILS Cairns

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Cairns