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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

Popular Cuisines : Modern Australian  Cafe  International  Thai  Italian  Pub Food  Asian  Indian  

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...
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...
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 $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...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 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...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Fresh Lobster and Josper-grilled TomahawkLimited Portions DailyTreat yourself to an unforgettable dining experience at Ollie's, where luxury meets flavour. Delight in the freshest lobster from the Northern Territory, with sweet, tender meat that melts in your ...
ISLA

ISLA

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens Tue 4:00 PM

Port Douglas

From Rainforest to Reef at ISLARainforest to ReefThis August, ‘Rainforest to Reef’ celebrates Far North Queensland’s finest ingredients with a soulful homage to our little island of Mauritius!
Palooka

Palooka

European   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 AM

Stratford

Gatherings made unforgettable at PalookaTailored EventsHost your next celebration with us at Palooka! From intimate private dining to large group functions, our team will tailor menus and drinks to make your event memorable. Perfect for birthdays, enga...
Taco Wednesday $7 Tacos all dayMid-week just got a whole lot tastier! Join us every Wednesday for $7 Tacos all night long. Taco Wednesday at Guerrilla Mid-week just got a whole lot tastier! Join us every Wednesday for $7 Tac...
"Seafood Platter"
The Backyard by Shangri-La

The Backyard by Shangri-La

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Cairns

Early Bird Seafood TowerFrom 5 pm-6 pm DailyIt’s time to indulge in a seafood sensation paired with a complimentary cocktail, overlooking spectacular marina views. Think freshly shucked oysters, Moreton Bay bugs, plump prawns and more of the...
Feed Me!6 people +Gather your crew and let the chefs take care of the rest with the Feed Me menu, designed for groups who love to share and explore. Enjoy a generous spread of sticky fingers, BBQ favourites, signatu...
NOA

NOA

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Edge Hill

In the heart of Edge Hill, Tropical North Queensland, NOA stands out as a culinary gem offering a modern Australian dining experience. With its vibrant atmosphere and stylish décor, the restaurant ...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Italian"
La Fettuccina

La Fettuccina

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
In the heart of Cairns, Piato Mediterranean Cuisine invites diners to experience the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean in a warm and welcoming setting. This charming restaurant combines fresh, ...
Yorkeys Knob Boating Club
Yorkeys Knob Boating Club, located in the picturesque suburb of Yorkeys Knob in Tropical North Queensland, offers a unique dining experience that blends stunning waterfront views with modern Austra...
Bonvoy Hour & Nightcap5pm-6pm & 8.30pm-10pmAs the sun dips, the energy rises. Join us at Daintree Bar for Bonvoy Hour from 5pm to 6pm and Bonvoy Nightcap from 8.30pm to 10pm, daily. Mocktails from $12, cocktails from $18, beers $8, and wine...
The Nest

The Nest

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 AM

Cairns

Your new Breakfast & Lunch SpotCoffee, Bagels & MoreJoin us at The Nest on McManus Street in Whitfield, Cairns a cosy, community favourite café serving excellent coffee, fresh breakfast and lunch options, toasted sandwiches, bagels, wraps and sweet ...
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...
The Vine Room

The Vine Room

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Cairns

Aperitivo Hour4pm - 6pm dailyEnjoy exclusive specials on our house wines, tap beers, and sparkling selections.
The Reef House Restaurant

The Reef House Restaurant

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

Palm Cove

Group Wellness RetreatOpen for saleAt The Reef House Adults Retreat, wellness isn’t an activity — it’s a way of being. Our exclusive 3- and 5-night Wellness Retreats invite you to pause, breathe, and restore balance in a beachfront ...
KOI Bar & Restaurant

KOI Bar & Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

Sake flights have entered the gameSake flights now pouring Sake flights have entered the game at KOI Bar & Restaurant, taking you on a journey through six distinctive Japanese sakes. Begin with light, refreshing notes and progress into rich, expressive fla...