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"Readers' Choice 2019 - Fusion"
Tamarind

Tamarind

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

Cairns

14 Chef Hat Award
TASTE OF TAMARINDDegustation menuEmbark on a five-course culinary journey celebrating the finest flavors of Tamarind. Your evening begins with a glass of Jansz Premium Cuvée and an elegant amuse-bouche, setting the stage for a tho...
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! Bookings...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
The Weekend Calls for Bottomless Drinks Lunch OnlyEnjoy a 2 hour bottomless drinks package alongside one of our delicious Italian lunch dishes daily. So, we’ll see you this weekend? $49pp / Lunch only / Whole table only, last sitting 1pm. Secure y...
SAILS Cairns

SAILS Cairns

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Cairns

Savour This!Daily SpecialsSomething to savour at Sails Wednesday to Sunday.
Ela Mediterranean

Ela Mediterranean

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

Vino & Vista Hour!Every Sat - Sun 3-6pm.Enjoy a curated selection of delicious cocktails, refreshing beers, house wines, and spirits, paired perfectly with a small selection of Mediterranean-inspired small plates. Whether you're catch...
"Seafood Platter"
Savour $2 oysters, bubbles, and live music with stunning sunset views.From 12–5PM DailyImmerse yourself in the charm of our stunning waterfront setting, accompanied by a glass of your favourite bubbles—be it Champagne, Prosecco, Brut, or Sparkling Rosé. From 12–5pm daily, indulge in ...
"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...
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 ...
Rocco

Rocco

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Cairns

Rooftop Rhythms & CocktailsBook Now!Dinner’s done—now rise above it all. Head up to the rooftop for Rocco After dark, where city lights shimmer, the DJ spins smooth late-night vibes, and the cocktails flow 'til late. Every Friday and...
Flynn's Italian

Flynn's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns

Burrata, Banter & Shared PlatesBook Now!This isn’t just dinner—it’s a vibrant celebration of food, friends, and flavour. Dive into shared plates, clink full glasses, and savour every moment with zero regrets. The burrata is flowing, the ...
Calypso Club

Calypso Club

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Cairns

Rum Day, the Doorly’s WaySaturday 19th JulyCelebrate Rum Day this Saturday with Doorly’s Barbados Rum Ambassador, Guillermo, behind the bar. From 12.30 pm to 5 pm, expect bold flavours, unexpected twists, and a menu that’ll challenge everyt...
CC’s Bar and Grill

CC’s Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Cairns

Taste of CC's2-course Set Menu $89 ppCC's Bar and Grill is an award-winning contemporary steakhouse located at Crystalbrook Bailey. Its menu celebrates the best of local produce and pays homage to the ruggedness of the great Australia...
Pist4cchi

Pist4cchi

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Cairns

Sapori della Terra 28th JulyTruffle and veggie dinnerThe "Sapori della Terra" is a vegetarian truffle based 4 courses dinner event and invites guests on a culinary journey through four exquisite courses of authentic vegetarian cuisine. Featuring the ...
Elixir Music Bar

Elixir Music Bar

Tapas   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 PM

Cairns

Elixir Music Bar on Abbott Street in Cairns is a vibrant, underground-style live music venue and tapas bar. Since opening in 2011, it’s grown from a jazz nook into a full creative hub - hosting liv...
Hello Harry Cairns

Hello Harry Cairns

Burger   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Cairns

Ridiculously good burgers are what ravenous Cairns foodies expect from Hello Harry on the Esplanade. Since opening his first burger joint in 2014, Harry’s passion for creating distinctively differe...
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...
Happy 4 10

Happy 4 10

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

Cairns