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 Buckin' Mex (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Proving that Mexian cuisine can not be captured adequately by the chains, Buckin Mex bucks the trends and stands out as a flavoursome alternative for birthdays, groups and social gatherings. Authenic TexMex cuisine in large portions are the defining characteristic of this friendly restaurant. Buckin Mex presents the colourful side of Mexico with gorgeous uniforms, brightly painted interior and lots of Mexican decor within - the best place to enjoy the food though is the expansive outdoor balcony overlooking the busy streetscape below.
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| 07 4041 5446 | 9 Shields St
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| Cherry Blossom Japanese Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
One of Cairns' oldest Japanese restaurants, being established in 1987, Cherry Blossom Japanese Restaurant features a sushi bar, table cooking, teppanyaki and Japanese noodles. An authentic Japanese dining experience utilising fresh Great Barrier Reef seafood with the refined preparation styles of Japanese cooking. Exciting Australian meats such as Kangaroo, Emu and Crocodile are also available. Open for lunch on Wed, Thu & Fri, and dinner every night except Sun.
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| (07) 40521050 | Cnr Spence & Lake Sts (Upstairs)
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| Eden House Restaurant (More Info) |
Yungaburra |
Family owned restaurant in a Heritage Listed homestead, Eden House is recommended by Gourmet Traveller for it's contemporary country cuisine.
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| (07) 40953355 | 20 Gillies Hwy
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| Lemongrass (More Info) |
Stratford |
Lemongrass restaurant is one of the fine dining restaurants in the dining precinct of Stratford, just 5 minutes from Cairns. They offer a fusion of contemporary flavours with eastern influences to create wonderfully original meals. 1 Review.
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| (07) 40552707 | 21 Kamerunga Rd
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| Mangostins (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
A relaxed fine dining restaurant on the Cairns Esplanade, great service and casual but classy dining atmosphere. Beautifully presented dishes with a large menu of varied options suitable for all tastes. Perfect restaurant for a special occasion dinner such as an anniversary, birthday or first date. Impressive wine menu and outstanding cocktail waiters. Named after the highly sought after 'Queen of Fruits' the Mangostin, available in the Cairns area duing Frbruary - April. Open for Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week, Mangostin's also features a unique Tapas Lounge which overlooks the Esplanade Lagoon - perfect for stand up cocktail functions.
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| (07) 4031 9888 | 65 The Esplanade
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| Tamara's at the Beach (More Info) |
Palm Cove |
Fitting in with the relaxed holiday attitude of Palm Cove this elegant and romantic restaurant is ideal for a celebratory dinner for two. As Outrigger Beach Club & Spa's signature restaurant, Tamara's at the Beach excels at its modern Australian cuisine choice.
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| (07) 4059 9200 | 123 Williams Esplanade
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| The Fermented Grape (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Exclusive seafood restaurant heavily focussed on wines. Fermented Grape offer a huge wine buffet where you can sample a selection of their 80 wines for only $11.50! A favourite of CairnsDining.com reviewers, Fermented Grape have a friendly, relaxed atmosphere which is classy without being pretentious. Popular with locals. 1 Review.
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| (07) 40516488 | Level 1, 34-42 Lake St (Palm Ct)
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| The Homestead Restaurant (More Info) |
Tolga |
The Homestead at the Atherton Tablelands is one of those places that revives the senses and makes you realise the world is a great place after all. The restaurant is surrounded by fruit trees on a huge property, and the only sound you'll hear is chirping birds, the wind through the trees and clinking wine glasses. Wonderful fresh food, fantastic devonshire tea, and a fully stocked bar. Definitely worth a visit.
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| (07) 4095 4266 | Beantree Rd
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| The Sebel Reef House (More Info) |
Palm Cove |
The Sebel Reef House has been regarded as one of Cairns' finest restaurants for many years. It combines a fabulous location with impeccable service and fine food. Dining here is a wonderful treat and you won't be disappointed.
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| (07) 40553633 | 99 Williams Esplanade
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| 2 Fish Restaurant Port Douglas (More Info) |
Port Douglas |
Hailed as 'a new experience in seafood dining', 2 Fish Restaurant is a multi-award winning establishment. 2 Fish is a definite stopover for seafood lovers, especially those who may be tired of the 'fish of the day in lemon butter sauce' approach which many other restaurants take. 2 Fish is innovative and creative in their seafood cuisine and reflect the clean and crisp flavours of tropical cooking. Outstanding presentation, and warm friendly service.
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| (07) 40996350 | Shop 7/20 Wharf St, Port Douglas
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| Al Fresco Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
Al Fresco at The Cairns Radisson is open all day for a la carte or buffet dining. The restaurant has a wonderful all-day-breakfast section, and the buffet food is always fresh and high in quality. A very relaxing atmosphere makes Al Fresco Restaurant an ideal place to un-wind from stress, enjoy a meal with family and friends, or just step out of the rat race for a while. Highly recommended. 1 Review.
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| (07) 40311411 | The Radisson at the Pier Marketplace
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| Apres Beach Bar & Grill Cairns (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
An informal dining restaurant and a popular watering hole in the heart of Cairns. Fitted out with extensive memorabilia, there is always something to talk about. Best range of international beers in Cairns, 125 beers from 35 countries and 25 wines by the glass. Great location for parties and celebrating groups of people.
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| (07) 4051 1123 | Shields St
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| Blue Moon Grill (More Info) |
Trinity Beach |
Blue Moon Grill is a 'twice' dual state finalist in the industries Restaurant and Caterers Association Awards (N.T, Qld). With, quite possibly the most relaxing atmosphere of any restaurant on the Northern Beaches, Blue Moon Grill offers a vast array of international and local produce melded to create some of the most exciting, fresh and tasty dishes you will ever try. We are open 7 nights per week from 4pm till late and breakfast Friday, Saturday & Sunday &am through to 11am. Dont forget to ask for your locals discount. (dinner only)
This Trinity Beach restaurant has encapsulated flavours and dishes from a multitude of continents to ensure you can experience the wonders of the world 'night in night out' without ever getting bored. Which would be virtually impossible with the 'Faulty Towers' styled service and genuine 'Aussie' humour, you are bound to laugh your way through your evening? However if you wish to be left alone to gaze into each others eyes romantically we have many quiet corners to pop you in and whisper sweet nothings. With over 70 different Local and Imported beers and extensive Australian wine list plus BYO staff at Blue Moon Grill look forward to looking after you with some genuine 'Trinity Beach' style hospitality.
Blue Moon Grill accepts MasterCard, VISA, American Express and Diner's Club cards.
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| (07) 4057 8957 | Shop 6, 22-24 Trinity Beach Rd
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| Cafe Coco (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Adjacent to the Cairns International's Lobby, Cafe Coco offers casual brassiere style dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Choose from the A La Carte menu or Buffet and enjoy quick and quality service at any time of the day. 1 Review.
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| (07) 40311300 | 17 Abbott St
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| Cafe De Lema (More Info) |
Palm Cove |
Famous for their tropical fruit daquiris, Cafe De Lema is a funky alfresco cafe overlooking the ocean in Palm Cove. Offering fun Fawlty Towers type of service and atmosphere, you won't leave the cafe without having at least one real Santa Claus belly laugh. Playing groovy cocktail tunes, this cafe's focus is on fun, with unstifling class. Very popular, bookings strongly advised for dinner.
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| 07 4055 3690 | Shop 13, Palm Cove Shopping Village
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| Cafe Thailand (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Fast paced friendly restaurant, with beautiful Thai decor. Extensive menu with many traditional Thai dishes not seen at other restaurants in Cairns, but also many dishes using local produce such as barramundi and coral trout.
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| (07) 4041 2624 | 7/93 The Esplanade
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| Coolums On The Beach (More Info) |
Holloways Beach |
A locals haven, Coolums on the Beach at Holloways has been a popular mainstay for years. Located literally 'on the beach', the atmosphere is pure beach - laid back and friendly. Grab a beer or enjoy an exotic cocktail while watching the sunset. Meals at Coolums are large and cater to all tastes.
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| (07) 4055 9200 | 62 Hibiscus Ln
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| Dragonfly Gallery Cafe (More Info) |
Cape Tribulation |
Funky and fun atmosphere in the middle of the rainforest at Cape Trib, this backpacker friendly cafe has lots of interesting things to look at, games to play and groovy tunes all set in a large treehouse style restaurant. Not your ordinary cafe, interesting menu choices and a unique feel.
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| (07) 40980121 | 9 Camelot Cl
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| Far Horizons Restaurant (More Info) |
Palm Cove |
A very classy restaurant located on absolute beachfront at Palm Cove. This restaurant has won awards for dining excellence. The restaurant sometimes sets up dining on the lawn among the palm trees beside the beach. The service is relaxed and friendly and the crowd is a mix of hotel guests from this and other nearby resorts. On Friday and Saturday nights a guitarist plays in the cocktail bar. A wonderful treat.
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| (07) 40553000 | 1 Veivers Rd (Angsana Resort)
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| Flames of the Forest (More Info) |
Mowbray Valley |
An exquisite dining experience set deep in the rainforest near Port Douglas, Flames of the Forest is tropical 3 course feast complete with beer & wine, return coach transfers, Aboriginal cultural performance, rainforest entertainment production. An outstanding dining experience well suited to couples and groups of people celebrating. Bookings essential.
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| (07) 4098 2766 | In the Rainforest
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| Flinders Bar & Grill (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
Flinders Bar and Grill is located on the first floor of the Reef Hotel Casino. The restaurant serves light meals at all hours of the day - a great place to refresh your palette after a few hours at the casino!
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| (07) 40308888 | The Reef Hotel Casino, 35-41 Wharf St
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| Foxwell Park (More Info) |
Malanda |
Located at a picturesque rural B&B, this restaurant is a hidden gem with the capacity to serve only a handful of guests. It is essential to book well in advance. Very high quality and excellent service.
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| (07) 4096 6183 | Lot 5 Foxwell Rd
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| Fusion Organics (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Aimed to please those who lead an alternative lifestyle, Vegetarians, Glychemics, Vegans and the health conscious are most welcome at Fusion Organics.
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| (07) 40511388 | Cnr Aplin & Grafton Sts
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| Jacanas Restaurant (More Info) |
Daintree |
Jacanas, in the Daintree Village, diners are spoilt by incredible scenery, sumptuous barramundi, grain-fed beef and refreshingly cold beer.
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| (07) 40986146 | 1 Stewart St
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| Kingsfords Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
The Cairns International Hotel's signature restaurant, Kingsfords is rated among Cairns' best restaurants. Presentation, service, cutlery, crockery and atmosphere are impeccable, and you get the feeling you're someone very special when you're dining at Kingsfords. The menu features innovative Australian cuisine influenced by the spices of Asia and the classics of the Mediterranean. Ideal for special occasions and intimate liasons. 2 private rooms seating 24 and 50 people are available for larger groups.
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| (07) 4031 1300 | 17 Abbott St (Cairns International Hotel)
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| L'Unico Trattoria Italiano (More Info) |
Trinity Beach |
A stunning location on the Trinity Beach Esplanade, L'Unicois designed for diners to take advantage of their gorgeous surroundings... wide, open verandahs with large doors and windows. Playful and efficient staff marry a delicious array of interesting menu items. L'unico is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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| (07) 4057 8855 | Cnr Vasey Esp & Trinity Beach Rd
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| La Fontana (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Unexpectedly, this restaurant has a fountain in the middle of the eating area... but also has spectacular Italian food! A rare treat to see an Italian menu with a non-pasta focus, La Fontana Restaurant has a friendly small restaurant atmosphere with a good range of well priced wines and outstanding desserts.
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| (07) 4031 1777 | 314 Mulgrave Rd
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| Macrossans (More Info) |
Port Douglas |
Located at the Sheraton Mirage Resort, Macrossans offers indoor and outdoor dining in an relaxed environment. The restaurant overlooks a large water feature, creating a romantic atmosphere.
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| (07) 40995888 | Davidson St
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| Mizuna Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
New restaurant for Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort as part of a recent refurbishment. Head Chef, Mark Carrette has prepared a diverse menu featuring combinations of Australian specialties and international favourites. The restaurant will be focusing on providing fresh, locally sourced produce and 4.5 star quality.
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| (07) 4080 1888 | 122 Lake St
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| Monsoons (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
Monsoons is an ideal restaurant for family gatherings and friendly celebrations featuring Italian tropical fusion cuisine and an open kitchen. Try one of the many gorgeous seafood pasta dishes or one of Monsoon's Cairns-famous wood fired pizzas.
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| (07) 40411806 | Cnr Spence St & The Esplanade (Pacific International Hotel)
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| Nautilus Restaurant (More Info) |
Port Douglas |
Nautilus is a winner of many awards for excellent dining, and has appeared in travel magazines around the world. This is a high-class venue, reserved for those who want the best dining experience possible.
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| (07) 40995330 | 17 Murphy St
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| Neptunes On The Cove (More Info) |
Palm Cove |
Located in the centre of Palm Cove in the building that looks like an Indian temple. Neptunes serves a contemporary array of dishes at reasonable prices.
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| (07) 40553899 | 95 Williams Esplanade
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| NuNu's (More Info) |
Palm Cove |
A modern Asian-inspired Australian restaurant with a casual tropical flair. Ex Melbourne chef Nick Holloway's unique creations are delightful and elegant. Described by Delicious Magazine as 'culinary nirvana'. Gorgeous setting at Outrigger Beach Club & Spa with sweeping beachfront views.
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| (07) 4059 1880 | 123 Williams Esplanade
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| Olano's Ristorante e Lounge Bar (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Beautifully located restaurant and lounge bar overlooking Trinity Wharf. Perfect for large or small groups. The Sicilian head chef provides a fresh, interesting menu with Italian influence.
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| 4041 5002 | On the waterfront at Harbour Lights,
1 Marlin Pde
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| Oliver's Australian Fine Cuisine (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
An elegant and romantic romantic restaurant hailing Master Chef David Bres whose creative career includes some of the finest restaurants in Europe including Le Clos de la Violette (2 Michelin Stars), Restaurant Michel Gerard (3 Michelin Stars), Les Templiers (2 Michelin Stars) and Restaurant La Palme D'Or in the Hotel Martinez (2 Michelin Stars). Offering fine Australian cuisine utilising fresh ingredients including traditional Aboriginal produce combined with modern European and Asian cooking techniques. Well worth a visit!
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| (07) 4041 1221 | 5/63 Abbott St, Entrance Spence St
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| Osprey Restaurant (More Info) |
Thala Beach |
Diners who've been lucky enough to experience Osprey Restaurant at Thala Beach Resort report it as being one of the best meals of their life. The head chef leads a very imaginative kitchen using the best of Australia's gourmet produce. The intimate atmosphere is complimented by the remarkable vista of Coral Sea islands, reefs and mountain ranges. The prolific bird life surrounding the resort can be seen and heard in the treetops from the restaurant. Certainly one of the best fine dining restaurants of Far North Queensland.
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| (07) 4098 5700 | Private Beach Rd (Thala Beach Lodge)
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| Pacific Flavours Brasserie (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Pacific Flavours Brasserie offers a nightly Tropical Seafood Buffet Dinner with a wide selection of tasty seafood and tropical fruit. Sunday lunch features a live band and bottomless glasses of wine!
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| (07) 40308888 | The Reef Hotel Casino, 35-41 Wharf St
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| Papaya Cafe (More Info) |
Daintree |
An unexpectedly awesome cafe in Daintree Village with delicious menu options, many of which have paw paw (otherwise known as papaya) as an ingredient. An enjoyable atmosphere and very friendly hosts.
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| (07) 4098 6173 | Daintree Village
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| Peppers Gourmet Pizza (More Info) |
Kuranda |
Gorgeous pasta with interesting Chef's Specials every night. Large range of pizzas, with outdoor dining on a huge balcony. Bookings Essential.
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| 07 40938733 | Barang St
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| Pesci's On The Water (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
Cairns' only seafood restaurant overlooking the famous Marlin Marina, specialising in fresh local and southern seafood and modern Australian cuisine. The menu is not limited to seafood though, with an extensive meat and pasta selection - all pasta is made on premises daily. Gorgeous location with magnificent waterfront views, Pesci's won the Restaurant and Caterers award for Queensland in 2003 for a la carte dining. Open for lunch and dinner.
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| (07) 4041 1133 | Pierpoint Rd (Pier Marketplace)
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| Raymond's On The Beach (More Info) |
Mission Beach |
Prime location across the road from Wongaling Beach, Raymond's breezy restaurant is built well for the environment. The menu is dominantly seafood, with innovative quirks. Lengthy wine list for a remote area restaurant, and very friendly staff.
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| (07) 40688177 | 1 Banfield Pde (Wongaling Beach)
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| Risleys Restaurant (More Info) |
Herberton |
A delightful restaurant in the charming country town of Herberton, Risley's offers exciting dishes in a unique art deco setting. Outstanding food made from fresh local Tablelands produce. The daily specials are indeed special!
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| (07) 40962111 | 55 Grace St
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| Salsa Bar & Grill (More Info) |
Port Douglas |
Views of Dickson Inlet from a traditional plantation style Queenslander house, make Salsa Bar and Grill truly tropical. This is a very popular restaurant - even with US Presidents and short Australian Prime Ministers. Food is of a high calibre, and bookings are recommended.
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| (07) 40994922 | 26 Wharf St
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| Springs Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Located at Oasis Resort Cairns, Springs is a high class restaurant in an unlikely location. Don't be fooled by its location in the foyer of a hotel, Springs serves wonderful food and has friendly service. Definitely worth a visit. 1 Review.
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| (07) 40801888 | 122 Lake St
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| Stratford Deli & Cafe (More Info) |
Stratford |
Good delis are hard to find in Cairns, but hidden away in the Tropical area of Stratford is a charming oasis that is the perfect place to slow down and relax. Bask in the gentle atmosphere, dine on fresh food and sip delicious coffee. The staff at Stratford Deli and Cafe are helpful and very friendly. A highly enjoyable treat.
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| (07) 40551633 | 7 Kamerunga Rd
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| TAFE Tropics Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
This restaurant is the Tafe training restaurant where up and coming chefs and waitors test their skills. This restaurant has the potential to serve fantastic meals at very low prices, but be prepared for standards to slip occasionally. For a cheap lunch or dinner, it's worth the risk.
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| (07) 40422477
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| Tamarind Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
An intimate and exclusive restaurant, it is advised you book ahead to experience Tamarind due to its popularity. And well founded too, Tamarind restaurant is an exquisite dining experience incorporating the exciting tastes and textures of Asian cuisine in an innovative menu incorporating Western culture. The signature restaurant of the Sofitel Reef Casino, this a dining 'must do' while in Cairns.
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| (07) 4030 8888 | 35-41 Wharf St (Sofitel Reef Casino)
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| The Banana Leaf on the Esplanade (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Modern Asian cuisine in a stunning location just across from the Esplanade lagoon. Very reasonable prices with a large variety of dishes including curry, noodles, soups, rice and stir fry. Look out for their $9.90 lunch specials.
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| (07) 4041 6118 | 53-57 Esplanade,
Cairns 4870
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| The Garden Room (More Info) |
Stratford |
A fresh look at Asian traditional cuisine, service is enthusiastic and friendly. In the same building which some might remember the Bangkok Rose, The Garden Room offers an ideal setting for a casual or intimate dinner.
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| (07) 4055 1866 | 57 Kamerunga Rd
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| The Lillipad Cafe (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
The Lillipad Cafe specialises in fresh vegetarian cuisine, complimented by the famous Mungali Creek Dairy products. But you can also order fantastic focaccias and sandwiches that are refreshing and healthy. This cafe also serves wonderful coffee in a funky setting. 1 Review.
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| (07) 40519565 | Grafton St, next to City Arcade
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| The Stumbling Goat (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
A strange name but a great restaurant with a variety of unique and innovative dishes with a distinctive North Queensland flavour.
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| 07 4041 4788 | Cnr Spence & Grafton Sts
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| Tides BLD + Bar (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
With million dollar views across the Cairns harbour, Tides Restaurant is superbly positioned for a special meal. Tides utilises their buffet in sohpistocated way for breakfast with extensive hot and cold dishes available as well as an egg chef. Lunch features an authentic curry bar with a range of interesting Indian delights. Dinner is contemporary Australiasian a la carte cuisine. Shangri-La formerly had Sirocco Restaurant in a similar location.
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| (07) 40311411 | PierPoint Rd (Shangri-La)
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| TreeHouse Restaurant (More Info) |
Mossman |
Located at the Silky Oaks Lodge in Mossman, the TreeHouse Restaurant is an open-air restaurant perched above the Mossman River. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, this is a treat set in a tropical location.
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| (07) 40981666 | Silky Oaks Lodge, Finlayvale Rd
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| Vivo Bar & Grill (More Info) |
Palm Cove |
2005 Catering award winner in the Italian Restaurant category, making Vivo Restaurant the best Italian restaurant in Far North Queensland.
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| 4059 0944 | 49 Williams Esp
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| Waterbar and Grill Steakhouse (More Info) |
Central |
The Waterbar & Grill is located at the Pier and offers al fresco dining that overlooks the marina. It is a steakhouse specialising in contemporary Australian and South African cuisine.
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| 40311199 | Pier Shopping
Pierpoint Rd, Cairns 4870 Queensland, Australia
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| Waterfront Grill (More Info) |
Cairns Esplanade |
Exceptional quality beef is the signature of this restaurant. Using export grade King Island beef, Waterfront Grill boasts volcanic hot rocks, quite a trendy way of cooking your own steak. Good range of seafood, and outstanding breakfast buffet especially popular with hotel guests.
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| (07) 4051 7888 | Cnr Esplanade & Spence St (Pacific International Hotel)
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