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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants With Alfresco Dining

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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...
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...
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...
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...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Host Your Christmas Party at Ollie’s Italian!Book your spot nowCelebrate the festive season in style at Ollie’s Italian – Looking for the perfect spot to eat, drink & be merry? ???? Cairns’ stunning waterfront venue. With delicious modern Italian cuisine, flex...
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
Summer Set Menu2 crs $58 / 3 crs $75For a limited time only, join us this season for a taste of our Summer Set menu. Along with a glass of wine, choose from a rotating selection of divine entrees, hearty mains and decadent desserts ?...
Thrifty Thursday at Jungle Fowl $20 Curry & Rice Special Every Thursday at Jungle Fowl we are running some amazing Thurday-only specials. Our seasonal curries are up for grabs for $20. Other rotating specials are on offer and deals can be combined with o...
The Reef House Restaurant

The Reef House Restaurant

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

Palm Cove

Festive Dining at The Reef HouseEarly bookings essentialCelebrate the festive season in true Reef House style, where candlelight, ocean breezes and the gentle sway of the Melaleucas create the perfect backdrop for your Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and N...
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.
Lagoon House Restaurant on Avenue of Palms is a unique experience that has been crafted to embellish the laidback lifestyle of Port Douglas. Nestled in Sheraton Mirage Resort, this is a place where...
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...
"Seafood Platter"
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...
Babal

Babal

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Port Douglas

Morning Delights at BabalBook Now!Start your morning right at Babal, where breakfast is served with heart and flavour from 7:30 to 11:30. Whether you're craving a wholesome start with our housemade Irish Wheaten Bread and preserves...
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...
Grill NightGrill Menu From $25Choose from our grill menu starting from $25, Includes our succulent ribs, Delicious Rumps and tender rib fillets.
Plenty's Classic Cocktails$22Shake, stir, sip, repeat! From Sedgy’s Mule to Clifford’s Margarita, Konnect’s Mojito to Mager’s Cosmopolitan, we’ve got your cocktail cravings covered. Dive into Purko’s Piña Colada, Andrew’s Espr...
The Nest

The Nest

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns

Nestled along leafy McManus Street in Cairns, The Nest is a serene retreat that blends tropical tranquillity with understated style. Its exterior hints at the region’s relaxed rhythm - lush greener...
C'est Bon French Restaurant Cairns

C'est Bon French Restaurant Cairns

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:15 PM

Cairns

Consider your visit an indulgent journey of the senses at Cairns' only truly French restaurant, C'est Bon on Lake Street. Expect a smart, casual tropical dining experience in stylish surrounds of p...
Shared Plates, Bold Flavours at GiGi BarBook Now!Gather & indulge at GiGi Bar Restaurant with our large dishes made to share. From rich calamarata pasta with octopus to Champagne risotto topped with caviar & scallops and show-stoppers like lobste...
Jade Inn

Jade Inn

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 4:30 PM

Port Douglas

Signature DishesBook today!Savour Jade Inn’s signature dishes, crafted for flavour and freshness! Try the Mongolian Lamb ($32) or Sizzling Beef ($29) stir-fried with vegetables on a hot plate, Garlic King Prawns ($33) with t...