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Tropical North Queensland Restaurants With Takeaway

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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...
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...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Valentine's Day$99 per personCelebrate San Valentino and indulge in a beautifully curated multi-course menu designed to share, featuring handmade sourdough with whipped parmesan butter, elegant pasta with Moreton Bay bugs, pis...
Jungle Fowl

Jungle Fowl

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Port Douglas

13 Chef Hat Award
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...
Guerrilla Cairns

Guerrilla Cairns

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Edge Hill

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...
Yorkeys Knob Boating Club
Valentine's Day SpecialsAvailable on 14/02/2026Come celebrate Valentine's Day with a romantic 2-course dining special by the water. Complimentary house wine with the 2-course special. Vegetarian options available.
Palooka

Palooka

European   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Stratford

Situated on Kamerunga Road in Stratford, Palooka delivers contemporary modern European cuisine in the heart of village life. Refined yet approachable, the restaurant pairs clean flavours and though...
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...
KOI Bar & Restaurant

KOI Bar & Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cairns

Love at First BiteFive courses. One night!Celebrate with a specially curated five-course Valentine’s menu featuring Yuzu Burrata, Snapper Nitsuke, Moreton Bay Bugs, Miso Wagyu Sirloin and Melon & Coconut Panna Cotta. Limited tables remain ...
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...
Plenty Restaurant

Plenty Restaurant

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Mission Beach

Valentine's Day at Plenty Candlelit Beach Dinner
Grill NightGrill Menu From $25Choose from our grill menu starting from $25, Includes our succulent ribs, Delicious Rumps and tender rib fillets.
Jade Inn

Jade Inn

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Port Douglas

Established in 1987, Jade Inn on Macrossan Street in Port Douglas offers a vibrant dining experience with authentic Asian flavours, served in a casual setting. Located in the heart of town, this di...
Beach Almond

Beach Almond

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Palm Cove

Restaurant & Catering Association
Discover an award-winning restaurant celebrating the rich harvest of local seafood at Beach Almond on Williams Esplanade in Palm Cove. Nestled in an iconic beachfront location, a rustic ambience aw...
A modern, innovative menu created with fresh holistic local produce awaits hungry Cairns foodies at Ozmosis Café Trattoria Bar on Collins Avenue in Edge Hill. Located in the heart of the village a ...
In the picturesque locale of Palm Cove, Nu Nu Restaurant stands out for its fresh take on modern Australian cuisine. This vibrant eatery, with its inviting beachfront setting, offers guests stunnin...
"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...
The Gillies Cafe

The Gillies Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Yungaburra

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 ...
Pizza Loca Cantina

Pizza Loca Cantina

Mexican   $$$$$   Opens at 3:30 PM

Woree

Pizza Loca Cantina is a Mexican-inspired eatery nestled inside The Grounds at Woree, offering a creative fusion of wood-fired pizzas, tacos and cocktails, in a relaxed, casual cantina setting. Sett...