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QLD Restaurants With Water Views

"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu$129 per personIndulge in an exquisite culinary journey with our Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu! Elevate your dining experience for just $129 pp; elevate further with matching wine for $199, or opt for premium matchi...
"Amazing Menu in a Stunning Location"
Bommie

Bommie

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

Hamilton Island

14 Chef Hat Award
Race Week 2026 - In Conversation at Bommie Restaurant$300 per personThree course menu with paired Oatley wines. From Olympic campaigns to the America's Cup, Olivia Price and Cole Tapper take guests behind the scenes of elite sailing, sharing the moments, rivalries ...
Marmor

Marmor

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Townsville

13 Chef Hat Award
A union of land and sea, where ocean meets pasture in elevated Australian dining, is what awaits guests at Marmor on Sir Leslie Thiess Drive in Townsville. Located on the top floor of the Ardo Hote...
Discover illuminated Japanese cuisine and get lost in flavour at Terasu on Sir Leslie Thiess Drive in Townsville. Located on the ground floor of the Ardo Hotel and with the bright lights of Tokyo a...
The New Sunday TraditionGather Your FriendsAvailable every Sunday 12 pm-4 pm $79 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! Bookings...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate Every Occasion at Ollie's ItalianGood times start here!Celebrate life's special moments at Ollie's Italian, where authentic Italian cuisine meets stunning waterfront views. Whether it's a birthday, corporate event, wedding, or family gathering, our tai...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens Tue 3:30 PM

Port Douglas

14 Chef Hat Award
Social Hour 3.30 pm-5.30 pm Daily Join us at Harrisons for the ultimate afternoon escape during our 'Social Hour,' held daily from 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm. Sip on beers and wines for just $8 or treat yourself to expertly crafted cocktai...
"Showcasing North Qld Produce"
5-course Degustation Menu Food & Wine Pairing Bridgewater's degustation menu is one of the most popular ways to experience our cuisine. Carefully crafted food paired with a beautiful collection of wines. Botaniq Wine-Gin-Cocktail Bar is perfec...
"essence of fine dining"
Pebble Beach at qualia

Pebble Beach at qualia

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

Hamilton Island

12 Chef Hat Award
Perfectly positioned on Hamilton Island’s northern-most point, qualia’s Pebble Beach restaurant presents lunchtime dining at its relaxed best. The food is contemporary Australian, featuring seasona...
Take in magnificent views out over the Whitsundays and Passage Peak at Hamilton Island Golf Clubhouse on Dent Island. One of the best places to see humpback whales during their migratory season, th...
Embassy XO

Embassy XO

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 3:00 PM

Sunshine Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
Embassy XO, located in the vibrant Noosa Heads on the Sunshine Coast, offers a dining experience that delights the senses with authentic Asian cuisine. The restaurant's sleek, modern decor seamless...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Located on Gympie Terrace, Noosa, Lanai Noosa sits gracefully along the Noosa River, capturing the relaxed elegance the region is known for. With sweeping waterfront views, the venue is designed fo...
Catseye Pool Club

Catseye Pool Club

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Hamilton Island

12 Chef Hat Award
Race Week 2026 - Lunch with Josh Niland and Khanh Ong, presented by American Express$380 per personThis intimate afternoon brings together Josh Niland and Khanh Ong for a long lunch of exceptional food, conversation and stories from the world of Australian hospitality. As the culinary force beh...
Discover Italian coastal dining on the Noosa River at Lucio’s Marina on Parkyn Court in Tewantin. In the business of feeding people for generations, hospitality truly does run through the veins of ...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Asian"
Sum Yung Guys

Sum Yung Guys

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Highlighting a passion for Asian cuisine and culture, Sum Yung Guys on Weyba Road in Noosaville is an ideal spot to share plates and cocktails with friends. Styled to capture the personalities of t...
Helping Hands Secrets Fundraiser EventHelping Hands Morning Tea on Thursday 12th November 2026 from 9.00am at Dining on the Deck, in support of two incredible local charities – The Shack Community Centre in Nambour and the Maleny Neigh...
Rivers & Co Sanctuary Cove

Rivers & Co Sanctuary Cove

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

Hope Island

Tomahawk Wednesdays1kg Tomahawk for $89Indulge in our 1kg Tomahawk Steak, expertly prepared and served with golden fries and leafy greens for just $89. Available for both lunch and dinner every Wednesday, this premium midweek dining exp...
La Boca Bar and Grill Brisbane

La Boca Bar and Grill Brisbane

Argentinian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Brisbane CBD

Tomahawk Thursdays$100 Off Wagyu TomahawkWe're excited to bring you a mouthwatering deal that will make your Thursdays unforgettable! Indulge in our premium 2kg Wagyu Tomahawk, graded MB 7, originally valued at $360, now for just $260. Th...
Zesty Lemon Cafe

Zesty Lemon Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 7:00 AM

Deception Bay

Soak up beautiful water views of Moreton Bay as you and your four-legged friend hang out for a bite and a brew at Zesty Lemon Café on Bayview Terrace in Deception Bay. This well-loved café offers b...
The Lex

The Lex

Grill   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:30 AM

Brisbane CBD

Winter Menu at The LexGather and indulgeEvery dish on the new Winter Menu has been built around produce sourced as close to home as possible, handled with the kind of quiet care that doesn't need to announce itself. From Grilled King Pra...