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Tropical North Queensland Cafe Restaurants

Folly

Folly

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:30 AM

Redlynch

Everyday Eats At Folly CaféStop By And SavourFolly Café is your local go-to for fresh, feel-good food and great coffee. Enjoy wholesome breakfasts, vibrant salads, and house-made treats crafted with quality ingredients and a touch of creativi...
The Nest

The Nest

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 AM

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...
Happy Hour at Ozmosis Café Trattoria Bar!Daily from 2–5 pmJoin us daily from 2 pm–5 pm for dine-in only Happy Hour delights! Enjoy Italian classics like Margherita or Riviera pizza, cheesy garlic bread, or crispy arancini. Craving more? Dive into seafood ...
Cafe Matteo

Cafe Matteo

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 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...
When in Tropical North Queensland, make sure to visit The Gillies Café on Gillies Range Road in Yungaburra. Situated at the top of the famous Gillies Range in the picturesque hills of the Atherton ...
Sharbella Espresso

Sharbella Espresso

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:30 AM

Redlynch

Shanti Cafe

Shanti Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:30 AM

Mission Beach

Favourite eats, beats, coffee and cocktails await Mission Beach locals and visitors at Shanti Café on bustling Porter Promenade. Rocking a lush tropical Bali-style vibe, lounge on a floral patterne...
Coffee Buoy

Coffee Buoy

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 7:00 AM

Cairns

Set in a breezy, tropical corner of Lake Street in Cairns, Coffee Buoy brings relaxed Far North Queensland vibes with a splash of retro surf shack charm. This local favourite is known for its frien...
Spoil yourself with freshly made gelato and sorbet at Shaylee Strawberries on Marks Lane in Atherton. This family-owned farm produces fresh strawberries to be sold onsite, along with Berry Lane str...
Muddy's Cafe

Muddy's Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns

Looking out over luscious green hills as well as the village of Millaa Millaa, from the turnoff to the majestic Ellinjaa Falls, is tea and cake with a view destination, The Falls Teahouse. Patrons ...
Guyala Cafe

Guyala Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns North

Caffin8 Cafe

Caffin8 Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Gordonvale

Jagad's Epicurian Emporium

Jagad's Epicurian Emporium

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 7:00 AM

Innisfail

The Beach Hut Cafe

The Beach Hut Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 AM

Palm Cove