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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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| Mother India Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
Great exotic tastes that exhibit the richness of a glorious past and the luxury of a colourful present. Mother India Restaurant serve many innovative dishes not found at other Indian restaurants and prepare your food exactly the way you like: mild, medium, hot or Indian hot - or anywhere in between!
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| (07) 40411000 | 2/80 Sheridan 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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| 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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| Kamome Japanese Restaurant (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
A quality Japanese restaurant upstairs at The Conservatory in the Cairns CBD. With daily lunch specials this restaurant is popular with locals and visiting Japanese alike. Friendly wait staff and a good selection of Japanese beverages including Asahi, Sapporo, Umeshu and Sake. A good location for a business lunch.
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| (07) 40514318 | Abbott St, The Conservatory
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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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| 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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| 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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| Noodle Box (More Info) |
Cairns CBD |
New and exciting food option at Cairns Central, the menu consists of 9 Stir Fry's encompassing a wide variety of Asian flavours, 5 soups ranging from the most traditional of Hot and Sour to Rich and Creamy Laksas and 2 amazing rice dishes that explode with mystical flavours from the East.
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| (07) 4041 1883 | Cairns Central Shopping Centre
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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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| 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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| 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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| 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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