CAIRNS DINING

If you've got a hankering for a kangaroo sirloin and some crocodile wonton, or you're searching for the best fish 'n' chips on the coast, your luck has come in. But be careful, some of those tourist restaurants could be a bit of a tourist trap! At Cairns Unlimited, we know all the best restaurants, cafes, pubs, and takeaways in Cairns. And we'll share them with you... if you promise not to tell anyone!

THIS PAGE IS FOR CAIRNS CITY DINING ONLY. FOR RESTAURANTS AND CAFES ON THE NORTHERN BEACHES AND OTHER AREAS, PLEASE USE THE MAP IN THE RIGHT HAND COLUMN, OR THE EXPRESS MENU TO VISIT THE PARTICULAR DESTINATIONS.

A relatively small regional city such as Cairns would think itself lucky to have such a wide variety of top quality cuisine. It's no secret that the quality of Cairns restaurants is due largely to the thriving tourist industry, which attracts world class chefs. But of course it's not difficult to prepare delicious food when you're using the freshest seafood from the Coral Sea, and the freshest meats and produce from the Atherton Tablelands.

RESTAURANTS

OCHRE RESTAURANT & CATERING
(formerly Red Ochre Grill)
43 Shields Street, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4051 0100 / Fax (07) 4051 0025

www.ochrerestaurant.com.au

Modern Australian cuisine!

The Ochre Restaurant, formerly known as The Red Ochre Grill, has created a whole new Australian Cuisine utilising the abundant and until recently untapped traditional native fruits, berries, game meats, fresh seafood and showcases the best of Australian Wines and Beers.

Cairns Unlimited staff have visited and reviewed Ochre Restaurant. See our RESTAURANT REVIEW.

THA FISH
Pier Shopping Centre, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4041 5350 / Fax (07) 4041 6850

www.thafish.com.au

It's all about THA FISH!

From the mild to the wild dining experience, for seafood beginners to connoisseurs Tha Fish is the restaurant for you. (Meat lovers need not fear we have what you want too!! )

Our signature is choosing from our daily fish list sourced locally and from around the country and then matching it with one of our six unique cooking styles. Sick of seafood platters full of fruit and decorations then come in and indulge on our seafood plate for 1 or 2 with only the important ingredients - FRESH SEAFOOD!!!

Tha Fish seafood restaurant is located in Cairns' premier dining precinct at the Pier and offers you a relaxed dining experience and service with a smile. Sit outside overlooking the marina watching the boats go by or inside in the air conditioned comfort watching our pet fish in their tanks. Winner 2008 Best Seafood Restaurant FNQ and Best Chef Owner.

C'EST BON
20 Lake Street, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4051 4488

www.cestbon.com.au

Cairns only French Restaurant!

Dining at C'est Bon French Restaurant is a truly unforgettable dining experience exquisitely French and amazingly affordable. Join Junelle and the team with Chef Samuel Daquin from Lille in France to savour the mouth watering delights from original Classic French Dishes.

C'est Bon is the only true Classical French Restaurant in Cairns, and situated just five minutes from the Convention Centre, located at the entrance to Village Lane in Lake Street, directly behind the Cairns International Hotel and the Sofitel Reef Hotel Casino.

C'est Bon offers a special two and three course business lunch along with the A la Carte Menu Tuesday to Friday from 12:00pm which is very popular with the locals. The Dinner Menu also offers great value with a Three Course Prix-Fixed Menu and a full Ala Carte Menu from Tuesday to Saturday from 6:00pm onwards.

2TONE TAPAS RESTAURANT AND COCKTAIL LOUNGE
113 Lake Street, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4041 3280
Fax (07) 40416094

www.2tonetapas.com.au

Cairns' only traditional Spanish style Tapas bar!

2TONE TAPAS BAR HAS REOPENED UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT.
2tone Tapas Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge specializes in Spanish cuisine with modern Australian influences. Centrally located near the City Place taxi rank on Lake Street, this unique, laid back venue is close to everything, yet a world apart.

2tone is Cairns' number one cocktail venue and only traditional Spanish style Tapas bar, also featuring BBQ outdoor dining. On Friday and Saturday nights, 2tone Tapas Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge goes upbeat with entertainment featuring Cairns' best Djs. Offering catering to small and large groups i.e. Birthdays, Christmas parties and hens nights. Open Tuesday to Saturday for breakfast/lunch 10:00am to 2:30pm and for dinner from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Licenced to midnight.

Cairns Unlimited staff have visited and reviewed 2Tone Tapas Bar. See our RESTAURANT REVIEW.

CASA DE MEZE
Level 1, Crn Esplanade & Aplin Street, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4051 5550 / Fax (07) 4041 0166

www.casademeze.com.au

Cairns Premier Salsa Dance Venue and Restaurant.

Casa de Meze offers a very exciting dining experience. Their menu is very extensive and features a wide array of dishes, most of them with Mediterranean influence. There's a menu for every occasion, from seafood platters to banquet feasts. But if you go to Casa de Meze, don't miss the Spanish Paella, their signature dish.

Casa de Meze is open seven days a week, from 5pm till late.

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BULL BAR
94 Lake Street, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4051 6690 / Fax (07) 4041 1067

www.cairnsunlimited.com/bullbar.htm

Best steaks in town!

If you are after great food and generous servings, then Bull Bar is the place to go. Serving a wide range of seafood and meat dishes, Bull Bar caters for everyone. Bull Bar is a friendly and fun place to kill your hunger, located very close to the city centre but away from all the hustle and bustle of the main street. Relax in their beer garden and enjoy their great Aussie theme.

HOGS BREATH CAFE
64 Spence Street, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4031 7711 / Fax (07) 4031 6861

www.hogsbreath.com.au/locations.php?store=2

Open for lunch and dinner 7 days!

Hog's Breath themed licensed restaurants can be credited with developing and specialising Prime Rib Steaks in Australia, with the boast that there's not a more tender, mouth-watering steak to be found anywhere. The spectacular growth of the very popular Hog's Breath Cafe owes much to its deliberate and very obvious difference - and commitment to being unlike any other restaurant in appearance, atmosphere, style and service.

Their extensive menu offers a great range of tantalizing snacks, tasty fresh salads, and mains including ribs, burgers, and of course Prime Rib Steak, done your way. Hogs Breath Cairns is conveniently located at 64 Spence Street, and is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner (lunch from 11:30am, dinner from 5:00pm). Remember, it's popular... so bookings are recommended!

SACRED SPICE
39 Stratford Parade, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4058 1999

www.sacredspice.com.au

Life is a celebration - come SPICE IT UP!

Intoxicating aromas and tastes of Spice dishes both subtle or fiery are featured on Sacred Spice menu! Conscious of the earth, produce served at this beautiful restaurant is sourced from local growers practising sustainable agriculture; you can taste the difference! Vegetarians and vegans catered for. Open Wednesday to Saturday from 5.30pm

MOTHER INDIA RESTAURANT
2/80 Sheridan Street, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4041 1000 / Fax (07) 4041 1099

www.motherindiacairns.com.au

Friendly service and a taste sensation guaranteed!

Mother India offers authentic Indian cuisine, through their in-house catered menu, delicious healthy entrees, vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, salads and traditional sweets.

Mother India is a family owned business with friendly professional staff located in the heart of Cairns. Open for lunch from Tuesday to Friday, from 11.30am to 2.00pm and for dinner from Tuesday to Sunday, from 5.30pm to 10pm. Take away dishes also available.

PESCI'S ON THE WATER
On the marina side of the Pier Market Place, Pierpoint Road, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4041 1133 / Fax (07) 4041 1152
www.pescis.com.au

One of Cairns' most attractive dining experiences!

Situated overlooking the Pier Marina, Pesci's on the water is truly one of Cairns' most attractive dining environments. You can relax while gazing out over Trinity Inlet and wash away the time enjoying the view, which on any given day can contain game boats returning with their catch, outriggers training up and down the inlet or at night the light from the moon flickering off the water.

From a selection of seafood dishes caught right off their back door to the finest produce fresh from the tropical NQ Tablelands. Even the fussiest of critiques can be satisfied with their range of expertly prepared cuisines. All the ingredients are the freshest possible and they only use organic poultry and grain feed beef.

For a night of fine foods and wines with friends, or that special occasion, Pesci's on the water is unbeatable.

CAFES

FUSION ORGANICS
Grafton and Aplin Streets, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4051 1388
www.fusionorganics.com.au

Healthy, allergy-free fresh food!

Fusion Organics began with the idea of fusing organic produce with good quality products to provide Cairns with a unique healthy dining alternative.

The team at Fusion have adapted old favourites and created new dishes to allow for an enjoyable dining experience, especially for those people who find eating out a real chore due to allergies. They only use the best quality ingredients and fuse them with organic, bio dynamic, pesticide free produce to create dishes of interest. You may simply wish for fabulous coffee and divine cake; refreshing herbal tea and a slice, or perhaps a salad plate and soup, a sandwich and juice or something warm like a gluten free pasta, a dairy free frittata, an egg free vegetable terrine. The combinations are endless, the choice of composition is yours.

CAFE MELT
183 Bunda Street, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4031 6753 / Fax (07) 4031 6566
Tollfree 1800 058 440

www.dreamtimetravel.com.au

Family owned and operated since 1990!

Cafe Melt is a funky internet lounge bar located on Bunda Street directly behind Central Shopping Centre. Open early to late with high speed and wireless internet. You will find fresh food options all day, a great array of drinks, coffees, desserts and groovy beats.

OTHER CAIRNS RESTAURANTS AND DINING VENUES

6 DEGREES BAR & LOUNGE
Hilton Hotel
34 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4052 6753
With views over the tropical gardens and Trinity Inlet, Breezes Restaurant at the Hilton Cairns hotel is a relaxed place for a healthy breakfast. This Cairns restaurant is perfect for romantic evenings too - enjoy an extensive menu of gourmet Australian food and fine wines.

77 ON WOODWARD
77 Woodward Street , Edgehill
Phone (07) 4032 1770
77 On Woodward offers an extensive menu with pizzas, pasta and A la Carte. A BBQ Menu is also available. Choose dine-in, al fresco takeaway. The restaurant is open for dinner every night of the week and for lunch during the weekends.

ADELFIA GREEK TAVERNA
Corner Aplin and Grafton Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 1500 / Fax (07) 4041 1554
This family run restaurtant offers an extensive menu of both traditional and modern Greek cuisine with a sumptuous array of dishes tempting to any palate.

AL PORTO CAFÉ RESTAURANT
Reef Fleet Terminal, 21 Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 6222
Al Port Café Restaurant is open every day from 7am. The restaurant serves delicious breakfast and traditional Italian food for lunch, as well as gourmet burgers and seafood dishes.

ALLAN WONG'S RESTAURANT
375 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 6046
Allan Wong's Restaurant offers traditional Chinese food.

ANTONIO'S BISTRO CARVERY
71 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 9401

AS U LIKE IT
Shop 4, 77 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 4677
As U Like It is a buffet restaurant located in the heart of Cairns. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as mid afternoon tea, As U Like It offers a wide array of cold and hot dishes and desserts.

BALACLAVA STEAKHOUSE
423 Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4054 3588

BARASSI'S BISTRO
Cazalys
344 Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4054 1464
A restaurant that caters for everyone's tastes, Barassi's Bistro is located in Cazalys, one of Cairns premier venues. The restaurant offers freshly caught seafood, sumptuous steaks, a large selection of sandwiches, wraps, light meals as well as coffee and delicius cakes.

BARNACLE BILL'S SEAFOOD INN
103 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 2241 / Fax (07) 4055 7341
Indoor and outdoor dining for you to enjoy an extensive a la carte menu and fabulous wines. The menu includes a selection of seafood such as Coral Trout, prawns and crayfish as well as Barramundi, mudcrab, oysters and more, or you can go for the crocodile or kangaroo dishes.

BARRON RIVER HOTEL
37 Stratford Parade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4055 1213
Friendly staff and good and fresh ingredients make the Barron River Hotel a must when it comes to Cairns dining. Fresh seafood and meats.

BAYLEAF BALINESE RESTAURANT
Bay Village Tropical Retreat
Cnr Lake & Gatton Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4047 7955
Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant is decorated with imported furnishings and serves a changing selection of authentic Balinese dishes. Dining is alfresco or indoors, with the kitchen open to view. Vegetarian dishes are available and the restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

BEACONS BISTRO
Edge Hill Hotel
145-147 Pease Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 4811

BELLAVISTA
2/45 Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 6165
Bel Paese offers genuine and tasty Italian cuisine. It is conveniently located close to the Esplanade and it is ideal for couples who want to enjoy al fresco dining.

BEL PAESE PIZZA
2/45 Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 6165
Bel Paese offers genuine and tasty Italian cuisine. It is conveniently located close to the Esplanade and it is ideal for couples who want to enjoy al fresco dining.

BISCOTTI
139 Collins Avenue, Cairns
Phone (07) 4032 0222

BLUE MANGO
Mercure Harbourside Hotel
209-217 The Esplanade
Phone (07) 4051 8999
One of the trendiest restaurants and bars in Cairns, Blue Mango is a favourite amongs Cairns locals on a Friday afternoon. Although their cuisine is mainly modern Australia, their pizzas are a must.

BOTANIC GARDENS RESTAURANT
Collins Avenue, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 7078
Located in the tranquil grounds of the Cairns Botanic Gardens, this restaurant is perfect for a relaxing cup of coffee or a Devonshire tea with a piece of cake.

BOARDWALK CAFÉ
Shop 1B Pier Marketplace, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 5496
Boasting the best views of any othe other cafés in Cairns, Boardwalk Café has an interesting and attracting menu to meet your needs for breakfast and lunch. The cafe has a good selection of sandwiches and other light meals.

BREEZES RESTAURANT
Hilton Hotel
34 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4050 2000
With views over the tropical gardens and Trinity Inlet, Breezes Restaurant is a relaxed place for a healthy breakfast. This Cairns restaurant is perfect for romantic evenings too - enjoy an extensive menu of gourmet Australian food and fine wines.

BUCKIN' MEX
9 Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 5446
Buckin' Mex offers authentic Mexican food and drink for lunch or dinner, seven days a week. Friendly staff and large portions at very reasonable prices.

BUSHFIRE FLAMEGRILL
Pacific International Hotel
Corner Esplanade and Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 7888 / Fax (07) 4031 1445
Bushfire Flame Grill is a unique and exciting dining experience. Their signature dish Churrasco, is a mouth watering Brazilian inspired, Australian style BBQ.

CAFE CHINA
Cnr Spence and Grafton Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 2028
Cafe China has different locations around Cairns, including a restaurant in the Reef Casino Hotel and the Rydges Plaza Complex. Cafe China is a authentic Noodle Bar, popular among the Asian visitors as well as the residents.

CAFE LUMIERE
Harbour Lights Hotel
Marlin Promenade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 2877
A little piece of France, with a touch of European influences, in Cairns Marina. From pattiserie by day to a licensed a la carte restaurant by night, Cafe Lumiere offers delicacies such as pates, cheeses, quiches and much more.

CAFE PACIFICO
Cnr The Esplanade and Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 8390
Superb spot for business lunches thanks to free wireles internet access. The restaurant offers quality coffee and delicious pastries with magnificent views over Fogarty Park, on the Esplande.

CAFE THAILAND
Shop 7/93 Cnr Aplin Street and The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 2624
Cafe Thailand offers an extensive many which includes traditional Thai dishes as well as many others where local produce is the main ingredients. The restaurant has been beautifully decorated following the Thai tradition.

CAFE ZIPANGU
39 Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 3328

CAIRNS CORNER CAFE
Shop 84, Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1988

CANECUTTERS AT THE GRAFTON
143 Bruce Highway, Cairns
Phone (07) 4055 4202

CASTAWAYS RESTAURANT
Cnr Lake & Florence Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 5733

CHAPTER ONE CAFFE CUCCINA
Shop 2/92 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 3505
Offering a wide selection of authentic Italian dishes, Chapter One Caffe Cuccina is a fabulous Italian restaurat boasting great coffee and warm and friendly service.

CHARLIE'S
Acacia Court Hotel
223-227 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 5011
Charlie's boast a quality buffeet menu including a great selection of seafood and hot food. It's one of the favourite restaurants in Cairns among locals.

CHERRY BLOSSOM JAPANESE RESTAURANT
Cr Lake & Spence Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4052 1050
Cherry Blossom Japanese Restaurant combines the freshest seafood from the Great Barrier Reef and other Australian fare with all of the fine flavours of Japan. Superb cuisine in a range of irresistible flavours.

CHESTER RESTAURANT & BAR
Palm Royale Hotel
7-11 Chester Court, Cairns
Phone (07) 4032 2700

CHINA PALACE RESTAURANT
69 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4032 2700
China Palace Restaurant offers modern chinese cuisine in a very convenient Cairns location. Choose from a set menu or a la carte menu, where vegetarian are also catered for. Don't miss their delicious dish yum cha.

CINO ESPRESSO BAR
39 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 9788

COAST ROAST COFFEE
Cairns Esplanade, Cairns
Coast Roast Coffee Co is the only coffee house in Cairns to offer retail roasted coffee, roasted daily. Coast Roast recognises people's different requirements and also provides soya and non-fat milk.

COCK AND BULL
6 Grove Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1160
Cock and Bull is a very popular Cairns restaurant, offering huge meals at very cheap prices. The restaurant is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

COCO'S RESTAURANT
Cairns International Hotel
17 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1300
Cafe Coco is a casual brasserie style Cairns restaurant for informal dining from early morning until late evening, featuring a sumptous buffet and supported by an all day snack menu.

COLONIAL COFFEE LOUNGE
31c Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 1048

CORAL GARDENS RESTAURANT
Cairns Rainbow Inn
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 1022
Coral Gardens Restaurant and Coral Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Choose from a full a la carte menu that features mouth watering steaks and local seafood specials selected by our resident chef. Select your beverages from a range of wines, beers spirits and cocktails.

CORAL HEDGE BRASSERIE
Rydges Esplanade Resort
Cnr Esplanade & Kerwin Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4044 9053
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner while also offering an all day snack menu, the famous Pasta Lunch is available on Thursdays and Fridays, while the Fire & Ice dinner menu operates seven nights a week. The Fire & Ice Dinner Menu mixes a la carte and buffet dining.

WILD FIRE
Aspect Central Motel
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 6955

DONNINI'S CIAO ITALIA
The Pier Marketplace, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 1133
Donnini's is conveniently located inside The Pier Marketplace. Patrons will enjoy some of the best Italian food in Cairns, including delicious pasta and mouthwatering breads. The staff is very friendly and attentive.

DRIFTIN'
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 2555

DUNDEE'S
Harbour Lights, 1 Marlin Parade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 0399
Dundee's Restaurant offers value and quality with fresh exotic Australian cuisisne. Whether it's seafood, steak or bush tucker (including kangaroo, crocodile and emu meat), Dundee's Restaurant makes a night out truly special.

DUNWOODY'S TAVERN
317 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 6822

FASTA PASTA
Cnr Sheridan & Shields Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 0388
National chain of Italian food, where you can find quick quality meals. Ideal for families, with a very laid back and informal atmosphere. Excellent value for money.

FIESTA CANTINA
96-98 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 2412
Offering a choice of indoors or al fresco dining, Fiesta Cantina offers authentic Mexican dishes. The food is absolutely delicious and it's presented in small servings, so order a few dishes at the time.

FETTA'S GREEK TAVERN
90 Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 6966
Authentic Greek Restaurant in the heart of Cairns. Affordable prices, delicious food, friendly service and fabulous decor.

FLINDERS BAR AND GRILL
Reef Hotel Casino
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4030 8888
Flinders Bar and Grill is a casual dining and bar area situated on the ground floor of the Reef Casino. Flinders is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day whilst offering all day snacks, sandwiches and refreshments. Flinders Bar and Grill provided excellent value for money.

GARDEN ROOM
57 Kamerunga Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4055 1866
Garden Room serves modern Australian food together with Indonesian, Sri Lankan and European dishes. Trully internationl cusine that will bring you back time and time again. B.Y.O restaurant with a new Sri Lankan buffet and take away meals.

GENKAI
Cairns International Hotel
17 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1300
An authentic Japanese Restaurant in downtown Cairns with choice of Teppanyaki or A la carte featuring classic and contemporary flare.

GOLDEN BOAT CHINESE RESTAURANT
Palm Court
30-40 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 8833
Golden Boat is a very popular Chinese restaurant among the Chinese community in Cairns. The restaurant offers a number of different dining options, including Yum Cha, A la Carte menu and a Noodle Bar open seven days a week. Their noodle menu is one of the best in Cairns.

GREEN ANT CANTINA
183 Bunda Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 5061
At Green Ant Cantina you can enjoy large tasty Mexican dishes at very affordable prices. Although the restaurant is very popular with backpackers, locals can enjoy two meals for the price of one on Tuesdays. Live music nearly every night.

GUARA NITAI'S
55 Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 2255
Guara Nitai's Hare Krishna restaurant is a vegetarian restaurant in the heart of Cairns. Extremely affordable prices and hearty portions make this restaurant one of the most populars in the city.

HON GOONG
8 Carnation Drive, Cairns
Phone (07) 4054 3839

ICHIBAN RAMEN
Shop 7, Night Markets
75 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 0511
Japanese restaurant specializing in noodles.

IL COLOSSEO
70 Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 8842
Il Colosseo offers delicious Italian food.

JADE CHINESE RESTAURANT
313 Kamerunga Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4055 1177
Jade Chinese Restaurant offers traditional chinese cuisine either to eat in or take away. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week.

JARDINES RESTAURANT
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 5111
Jardines offers elegant, tropical dining in a casual and relaxed atmosphere, and is open nightly for dinner. The restaurant offers a tantalizing menu to satisfy a variety of palates, with a wine list to suit, and the service includes sublime details such as palate cleansers and hot/cold towels.

JOESEPPE'S PIZZA & PASTA
111 Bruce Highway, Cairns
Phone (07) 4055 5655

KAMOME RESTAURANT
Shop 12-14, 9 Lake St, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 4318
Kamome offers authentic and reasonably priced Japanese food with an extensive menu to choose from.

KANI'S ON THE ESPLANADE
59 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 1550
One of Cairns most popular seafood restaurants, serving local produce. You can choose al fresco dining or sit upstairs and enjoy views over the Trinity Inlet. Their wine and bear menu is very extensive, featuring a wide selection of Australi's premiums beverages.

KANPAI RESTAURANT
64 Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 6084
Japanese restaurant in Cairns.

KEE KONG CHINESE RESTAURANT
59 Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 2772
A very long established Chinese restaurant, Kee Kong offers quality Chinese food in a very relaxed atmosphere.

KEUNG-KEE
Corner Anderson & Windarra Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4054 6109
Take away Chinese restaurant in the southern part of Cairns.

KHIN KHAO THAI RESTAURANT
21 Aplin Street, Cairns
Phone / Fax (07) 4031 8581
Delicious and authentic Thai food. Open for lunch and dinner, offering an extensive a-la-carte menu with very affordable prices.

KINGS ON MCLEOD
Cairns Holiday Lodge
259 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone / Fax (07) 4041 4999
Kings On Mcleod is open seven days a week for diner. The restaurant features an everchanging, budget minded menu, specialising in Australian and International cuisine.

KIPPIN'S BRASSERIE
Quality Hotel Sheridan Plaza
295 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone / Fax (07) 4031 6500
Kippin's Brasserie and cocktail bar offers creative cuisine that makes the most of North Queensland's freshest produce. Relax and enjoy air-conditioned or al fresco dining with views over the pool garden. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

LA FETTUCCINA
41 Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 5959
La Fettuccina restaurant is perfect to enjoy stylish and authentic Italian food while watching the world go by. Children and vegetarian are welcome, with many options to choose from. The restaurant features a licensed bar, with wine available by the glass.

LA FONTANA
Cairns Tropical Gardens Motel
314 Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1777
La Fontana features sensational Italian cuisine. Its menus incorporates many different dishes and doesn't focus on pasta alone. A must is the wood fired italian or olive bread. The large selection of homemade sweets is a irresistible.

LA PORCHETTA
108-114 Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 6661
La Porchetta is a national food chain providing a wide selection of pizza and pasta dishes.

LAGO
The Lakes Resort and Spa
2 Greenslopes Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 9420
Lago was recently awarded Best Hotel/Motel Restaurant for 2007 as well as being a State Finalist in this category. It features modern Australian cuisine that is complimented by a selection of Australia's finest wines.

LATITUDE 137 RESTAURANT
Rydges Tradewinds
137 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 0370
Latitude 137 Restaurant is renowned for delivering you a most enjoyable dining experience set in a tropical and stylish ambience. You will be served by a very friendly and informative restaurant team.

LEMONGRASS RESTAURANT
Shop 1/21 Kamerunga Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4055 2707
Lemongrass Restaurant is well known for its Vietnamese and Thai cuisine, although the menu includes western dishes as well. The food is of good quality, the servings are good and the prices are reasonable.

LIMERICKS RESTAURANT
17 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1300
Limericks Restaurant has a sensational, completely new Aussie & Authentic Asian Buffet, available for lunch and dinner, with a roast carvery on Wednesday nights. The dishes are absolutely magnificent.

LIMMY THE FLAVOUR OF MALASYA
80 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 7939
Traditional Malasyan cuisine.

LIQUID LOUNGE BAR & RESTAURANT
64 Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 0777

LITTLE AUSSIE BUM
29 Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 2100
Little Aussie Bum offers pub style meals.

LURE BAR & BISTRO
Rydges Plaza Hotel
Corner Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4046 0300
Lure Bistro specializes in modern fine Australian cuisine. You can also try some some of the finest wines in offer. Both the bar and the restaurant are open seven days a week.

MARINADES
43 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 1422
Marinades offers delectable Indian cuisine with a difference. Winner of the 2005 Restaurant & Catering Queensland Awards for Excellence.

MIDORI NOODLES BAR
Village Lane, Abbot Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1892

MITSURI
62 Abbot Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 0271
Japanese restaurant.

MIZUNA RESTAURANT
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
122 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4080 1888
The dining experience at Mizuna Restaurant, in the centre of Cairns, includes a diversity of dishes from a live salad station, miniature salads on ice including fresh and marinated seafood. Children are catered for.

MONTEZUMAS'S
43 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4050 4600
Montezuma's offers fully licensed casual relaxed dining with value guaranteed. Take aways are available for those who prefer to eat at home.

MONDO CAFE
34 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4050 2000 / Fax (07) 4050 2001
The Mondo Café Bar and Grill at the Hilton Cairns hotel is a relaxed waterfront choice for alfresco dining. With Trinity Bay views, international cuisine, seafood platters and tantalizing curries. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Mondo is an award-winning establishment.

M YOGO
Pier Shopping Centre, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 0522 / Fax (07) 4051 0622
M Yogo soaks up the relaxed tropical atmosphere with a 180-degree view of the marina, inlet, mountains and ocean. The restaurant offers mainly a la carte and degustation menus. The food is oozing with flavour and style, yet to simplicity is amazing.

NOODLE BOX CAIRNS
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
1 McLeod Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 0887
Noodle Box offers a wide menu of Asian flavours. Stir fry dishes, soups, rice dishes and delicious Laksas bring the East flavours close to you.

NORTHERNER STEAKHOUSE
Cnr Mario Street & Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4054 4722
The Northerner Steakhouse is famous locally and among meat lovers for its massive steaks. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

O CHA CHA
34 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 7055
Probably the most authentic Japanese restaurant in Cairns. The food is tasty and the prices very affordable and yoyu can choose from A la Carte dining or go for a set menu.

OLIVER'S AUSTRALIAN FINE CUISINE
Corner Spence and Abbott Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 5512
Oliver's offers modern Australian cuisine that utilises fresh Australian ingredients, including traditional Aboriginal produce, combined with European and Asian cooking techniques.

OLANOS RISTORANTE E LOUNGE BAR
Harbour Lights Hotel
1 Marlin Parade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 5002
Located in a beautiful waterfront setting, overlooking the Cairns Marina, Olanos Ristorante offers traditional Italian food with a modern twist. With pasta freshly made on the premises, every dish is a treat for the tastebuds.

PACIFIC FLAVOURS BRASSERIE
The Reef Hotel Casino
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4030 8895
Pacific Flavours Brasserie & Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, serving delicious buffet meals in a friendly and informal atmosphere. Pacific Flavours Brasserie also features a wide variety of international cuisine.

PADDYWHACKS RESTAURANT
41a Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 1123 / Fax (07) 4051 0132

PERROTTA'S AT THE GALLERY
Cnr Abbott & Shields Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 5899
Perrotta's At the Gallery is conveniently located just a few metres away from the Cairns Lagoon. Popular with locals thanks to its fine food, Perrotta's has become an icon for the weekend brunch. Enjoy al fresco dining in one of the best spots in Cairns.

PICCOLO CUCINA
92a Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 5137
Piccolo Cucina is an award-wnning Italian traditional home style cooking in the heart of Cairns.

POOLSIDE CAFE
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 5111
At the Poolside Café you can enjoy anything from a late breakfast to a casual dinner, whilst sitting by the swimming pool with a refreshing cocktail. A wide range of light snacks, meals and beverages are available throughout the day and evening.

RATTLE 'n' HUM
65-67 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 3011
Located on the Esplanade, this popular cafe and bar has a distinctive tropical appeal. With a varied but reasonable priced a la carte menu, Rattle 'n' Hum is open from 11.30am till midnight seven days a week.

RED BERET HOTEL
411 Kamerunga Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4055 1249
The Red Beret Hotel offers hearty pub style meals at great prices.

RIMINI
183 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4044 9796
Rimini offers an innovative Italian menu. The staff is friendly and attentive.

SALTED VUE
Level 1, 52-57 Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4046 4246

SANSOO
20 Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 0200
Chinese-Korean restaurant.

SAPPHIRE BAR & LOUNGE
39-49 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4052 1494
Come one, come all to this amazing Bar and Café for breakfast, lunch and dinner or just a Cappuccino on the go! And get ready for good coffee, because if you don't think Sapphire's coffee is the best in town your next cup Is Free!

SCALES OF JUSTICE
Courthouse Hotel
38 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 4166
Scales of Justice is mainly a seafood restaurant with Italian influences. Prices are very competitive and the restaurant is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. There is an extensive range of function menus.

SILVER DRAGON CHINESE RESTAURANT
102 Laks Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 2828
Silver Dragon is conveniently located in Cairns city centre. The largest Chinese restaurant in Cairns, Silver Dragon features an extensive menu and wine list.

SIROCCO RESTAURANT
Holiday Inn Hotel
Cnr The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4050 6047
Sirocco Restaurant offers an a la carte menu with authentic gourmet pizzas, pastas, salads, seafood and grills or try the restaurants sumptuous tropical seafood buffet on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings.

SIZZLER
532 Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 2828
Sizzler offers fast food in a very relaxed and casual environment. The menu includes a salad bar and a special menu for the little ones.

SOLE ON SHERIDAN
86 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4036 9116
One of Cairns trendiest bars and restaurants, Sole on sheridan menu melds influences from Modern Australian and Asian flavours while including the wonderful fresh produce and seafood that FNQ is famous for.

SOUTHSIDE SEAFOOD INN
Quality Southside Inn
448 Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4033 7722
Southside Seafood Inn offers a large range of succulent meals to suit all tastes. Seafood is popular in the north and the locally caught product will take some beating. Choose from succulent oysters, prawns, bugs and scallops and your selection of fish will be prepared just the way you like it.

SPICY BITE
6/53 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 3700
Indian restaurant located oposite the Lagoon. Open seven days a week, from 5.30pm till late. Offering 20% off food bill when seated before 6.30pm.

SPLASH SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
103 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 9300
Located on the Cairns Esplanade overlooking the Coral Sea, Splash Seafood Restaurant serves up the freshest of ingredients with friendly flair. Owner Malcolm McKay is a third generation fisherman, and has an eye for quality seafood.

SPRINGS RESTAURANT
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
122 Lake Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4080 1888
Springs is a brasserie style restaurant offering a choice of buffet and a la carte menus, with indoor and alfresco seating for up to 360 diners. It is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

SUNSETS FAMILY BUFFET RESTAURANT
Brothers League Club
99-105 Anderson Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 1053
Sunsets Family Buffet Restaurant is a newly born concept. There is a different buffet every night, combining Aussie flavours with Asian cuisine. Open from Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner, and Sunday also for breakfast.

SWISS INN RESTAURANT
Shop 6/45 Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 6020
Swiss Inn serves delicious Swiss cuisine in a great atmosphere. The restaurant is open from Tuesday to Friday for lunch and dinner and Saturdays only for dinner.

SUSHI TRAIN
Shop 111, Cairns Central, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 5444
Sushi Train is popular and unique dining experience that offers an extensive and fresh menu of various sushi, vegetarian sushi and yummy hot foods are available.

SUSHI ZIPANG
39 Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 3328
Sushi Zipang is a Japanese restaurant featuring a large a la carte menu. The restaurant is licensed and the prices are very reasonable.

TAJ INDIAN RESTAURANT
61 Spence Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 2228
Taj in the longest established Indian restaurant. The menu features a wide selection of mild spicy to really hot dishes and there is also a good choice of vegetarian options.

TAMARIND RESTAURANT
The Hotel Reef Casino
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4030 8888
Tamarind is the signature restaurant of the Reef Hotel Casino offering a contemporary fusion of Asian and Western cuisine. Thai artefacts and exotic décor abound to create a restaurant ambience that is totally unique. The menu changes regularly to reflect the seasons and embrace the freshest regional produce.

TANDOORI OVEN
62b Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 0043
Authentic North Indian food in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Tandoori Oven offers al fresco dining as well as indoor. Popular among the Cairns locals, the best option is to go for the banquet menu if you are on a group of four or more.

TASTE OF CHINA
36 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 3668
Taste of China offers fresh local seafood as well as Yum Cha. Their menu has wide selection of local and imported wines and beers. The atmosphere is relaxed and very pleasant.

TASTE OF HONG KONG
36 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 3668
Taste of China offers fresh local seafood as well as Yum Cha. Their menu has wide selection of local and imported wines and beers. The atmosphere is relaxed and very pleasant.

TESHI'S RESTAURANT
Mercure Harbourside Hotel
209 -217 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 8999
For a great start enjoy the Mercure fresh breakfast in Teshi's Restaurant. The buffet includes tropical fruits, cereals, juices, an Asian section, a variety of hot food items and oven fresh pastries. Teshi's is also open for dinner 7 nights a week from 6.30pm.

THAI PAN RESTAURANT
43-45 Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4052 1708
Thai Pan is a family run small restaurant in Cairns city centre. The food is absolutely stunning and their service very friendly. They also offers take away and will deliver home.

THE COFFEE BEAN
Shop 46, 537 Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4033 1166

THE LILLIPAD CAFÉ AND GALLERY
72 Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 9565
Vegetarian cuisine is the specialty of The Lillipad Café and Gallery. Foccacias and sandwiches are all fresh and healthy, including amongh the ingredients the famous Mungalli Creek Dairy products. The coffee is also good.

THE NAKED NUT
The Esplanade Centre, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 5400 / Fax (07) 4031 5326
Serving great food in a very casual and friendly atmosphere, The Naked Nut is one of the most popular restaurants in Cairns.

THE RAW PRAWN RESTAURANT
The Esplanade Centre, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 5400 / Fax (07) 4031 5326
The Raw Prawn's contemporary Australian cuisine has been developed with strong Asian influences. The vibrant flavours bring together a creative menu of seafood dishes, eclectic platters, steaks and pastas. Offering lunch specials from 11.30am to 3pm

THE PICKLED FROG
Cnr Bruce Highway and Anderson Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4044 4711
Whether you're looking for a main course meal, a snack or just a cool drink, The Pickled Frog offers a menu that will cater to any palette or budget. Enjoy a cold beer by the pool or browse the wine list for your discerning taste.

THE STUFFED OLIVES
7-27 McLachan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 7995

THE WOOLSHED CHAR GRILL
24 Shields Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 6304
The meals provided at The Woolshed are healthy, balanced, homestyle meals in generous serves covering a wide range of tastes at reasonable prices. The restaurant is open nightly from 6pm to 9:30pm.

TI ADORO
Shop 2, 92 Abbott Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 3505
Ti Adoro boasts a quality selection of delicious, fresh Italian cuisine served in a warm and vibrant atmosphere. The menu is extensive, with emphasis in pastas and pizzas.

TIDES RESTAURANT
102 Laks Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 2828
Formerly known as Sirocco Restaurant, Tides offers a spectacular dining location, overlooking Cairns Harbour. The breakfast menu includes a wide variety of hot and cold dishes. Their curry bar, open for lunch, will deligth the most discerning tastes. And their dinner menu includes Australasian options.

TOSCA TRATTORIA BAR & PIZZERIA
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
1 McLeod Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 0822
Don't let the location put you off. Tosca features traditional countryside Italian cuisine, including pizza, pasta and fish dishes. On Tuesdays you can find half day specials. On a weeknight you will get a free movie ticket with any meals over $25.

TROPICS RESTAURANT TNQ TAFE
S Block, TAFE Cairns, Gatton Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4042 2664
Named Cairns Restaurant of the Year 2003 by the Catering Institute of Australia, Tropics Restaurant offers five-star dining at affordable prices. Enjoy three to five course meals prepared by apprentice chefs from across north Queensland.

VILLA ROMANA
Cnr Esplanade and Aplin Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 9000
Villa Romana is a local restaurant which embodies the Italian sense of style and offers an essentially Italian wining and dining experience. Villa Romana incorporates a range of culinary influences from all round the Mediterranean.

WATERBAR AND GRILL
Pier Shopping Centre, Pierpoint Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1199
Offering a combination of contemporary Australian and South African cuisine, The Waterbar and Grill is reknown for serving one of the best, and biggest, steaks in Cairns. The restaurant also boasts beautiful views over the Marina.

WILLIE MC BRIDES REST. & IRISH BAR
Fig Tree Lodge
253-257 Sheridan Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4041 0000
Willie Mc Brides restaurant is famous for its superb steaks, sensational seafood and regional cuisine and has become a very popular destination with the locals. A sure sign to any visitor.

WINK RESTAURANT
Crn Spence Street and Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 9008
Open for lunch on weekdays, and dinner seven nights a week. Regularly changing lunch menu.

TAKEAWAYS

EDGE HILL THAI & LAOS TAKEAWAY
122 Collins Avenue, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 2844
Delicious and authentic Thai and Laos cuisine.

HUNGRY POSSUM'S PIZZAS
2-4 Redlynch Intake Road, Phone (07) 4058 1024
38 Norman Street, Phone (07) 4056 6695
5 Reservoir Road, Phone (07) 4053 3987 Hungry Possum's Pizzas offer piping hot pizzas with massive toppings, delicious pasta and all the required sides. They also specialise in catering of roast meats, vegetables, salads and deserts.

FOREST GARDENS THAI
Forest Gardens Boulevard, Cairns
Phone (07) 4099 5201
Delicious Thai cuisine to take away.

OASIS KEBABS
83 The Esplanade, Cairns
Phone (07) 4051 6716
Fantastic kebabs in the heart of Cairns.

PEARL GARDEN BOUTIQUE CHINESE RESTAURANT
578 Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4033 1328
Specializing in fine Chinese Cuisine, Pearl Garden offers the option to eat in or take away. Pearl Garden has an extensive take away menu, where the stars are the hot wok packs.

REDLYNCH THAI TAKEAWAY
Shop 8 /2 Redlynch Intake Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4039 3737

RED ROOSTER
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
50 McLeod Street, Cairns
Red Rooster is famous for its roast A-grade fresh chicken and famous chips. Red Rooster also offers healthy baguettes and salads, plus delicious burgers and wraps.

SINGAPORE KITCHEN
Corner McLeod and James Streets, Cairns
Phone (07) 4031 1147
Fabulous Asian cuisine, resonable priced. Singapore Kitchen food can be order to dine-in or take away.

TASTE OF HONG KONG
Lot 5/114 Hoare Street, Cairns
Phone (07) 4053 4011
Taste of Hong Kong has recently been elected by locals as the best Asian takeaway restaurant in Cairns.

THAI COINS
371 Mulgrave Road, Cairns
Phone (07) 4054 2252
Thai takeaway in Cairns.

Hogs Breath Cafe is renowned for their terrific steaks, and is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

HOGS BREATH CAFE, CAIRNS

RESTAURANT REVIEWS

RESTAURANTS

CAFES

OTHER CAIRNS RESTAURANTS AND DINING VENUES

77 ON WOODWARD 77 Woodward Street , Edgehill Phone (07) 4032 1770 77 On Woodward offers an extensive menu with pizzas, pasta and A la Carte. A BBQ Menu is also available. Choose dine-in, al fresco takeaway. The restaurant is open for dinner every night of the week and for lunch during the weekends.

ADELFIA GREEK TAVERNA Corner Aplin and Grafton Streets, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 1500 / Fax (07) 4041 1554 This family run restaurtant offers an extensive menu of both traditional and modern Greek cuisine with a sumptuous array of dishes tempting to any palate.

AL PORTO CAFÉ RESTAURANT Reef Fleet Terminal, 21 Spence Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 6222 Al Port Café Restaurant is open every day from 7am. The restaurant serves delicious breakfast and traditional Italian food for lunch, as well as gourmet burgers and seafood dishes.

ALLAN WONG'S RESTAURANT 375 Sheridan Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 6046 Allan Wong's Restaurant offers traditional Chinese food.

ANTONIO'S BISTRO CARVERY 71 Lake Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 9401

AS U LIKE IT Shop 4, 77 The Esplanade, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 4677 As U Like It is a buffet restaurant located in the heart of Cairns. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as mid afternoon tea, As U Like It offers a wide array of cold and hot dishes and desserts.

BALACLAVA STEAKHOUSE 423 Mulgrave Road, Cairns Phone (07) 4054 3588

BARRON RIVER HOTEL 37 Stratford Parade, Cairns Phone (07) 4055 1213 Friendly staff and good and fresh ingredients make the Barron River Hotel a must when it comes to Cairns dining. Fresh seafood and meats.

BEACONS BISTRO Edge Hill Hotel 145-147 Pease Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4053 4811

BELLAVISTA 2/45 Spence Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 6165 Bel Paese offers genuine and tasty Italian cuisine. It is conveniently located close to the Esplanade and it is ideal for couples who want to enjoy al fresco dining.

BEL PAESE PIZZA 2/45 Spence Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 6165 Bel Paese offers genuine and tasty Italian cuisine. It is conveniently located close to the Esplanade and it is ideal for couples who want to enjoy al fresco dining.

BISCOTTI 139 Collins Avenue, Cairns Phone (07) 4032 0222

BLUE MANGO Mercure Harbourside Hotel 209-217 The Esplanade Phone (07) 4051 8999 One of the trendiest restaurants and bars in Cairns, Blue Mango is a favourite amongs Cairns locals on a Friday afternoon. Although their cuisine is mainly modern Australia, their pizzas are a must.

BOTANIC GARDENS RESTAURANT Collins Avenue, Cairns Phone (07) 4053 7078 Located in the tranquil grounds of the Cairns Botanic Gardens, this restaurant is perfect for a relaxing cup of coffee or a Devonshire tea with a piece of cake.

BOARDWALK CAFÉ Shop 1B Pier Marketplace, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 5496 Boasting the best views of any othe other cafés in Cairns, Boardwalk Café has an interesting and attracting menu to meet your needs for breakfast and lunch. The cafe has a good selection of sandwiches and other light meals.

BUCKIN' MEX 9 Shields Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 5446 Buckin' Mex offers authentic Mexican food and drink for lunch or dinner, seven days a week. Friendly staff and large portions at very reasonable prices.

BUSHFIRE FLAMEGRILL Pacific International Hotel Corner Esplanade and Spence Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 7888 / Fax (07) 4031 1445 Bushfire Flame Grill is a unique and exciting dining experience. Their signature dish Churrasco, is a mouth watering Brazilian inspired, Australian style BBQ.

CAFE CHINA Cnr Spence and Grafton Streets, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 2028 Cafe China has different locations around Cairns, including a restaurant in the Reef Casino Hotel and the Rydges Plaza Complex. Cafe China is a authentic Noodle Bar, popular among the Asian visitors as well as the residents.

CAFE PACIFICO Cnr The Esplanade and Spence Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 8390 Superb spot for business lunches thanks to free wireles internet access. The restaurant offers quality coffee and delicious pastries with magnificent views over Fogarty Park, on the Esplande.

CAFE ZIPANGU 39 Shields Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 3328

CAIRNS CORNER CAFE Shop 84, Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 1988

CANECUTTERS AT THE GRAFTON 143 Bruce Highway, Cairns Phone (07) 4055 4202

CASTAWAYS RESTAURANT Cnr Lake & Florence Streets, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 5733

CHAPTER ONE CAFFE CUCCINA Shop 2/92 Abbott Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 3505 Offering a wide selection of authentic Italian dishes, Chapter One Caffe Cuccina is a fabulous Italian restaurat boasting great coffee and warm and friendly service.

CHARLIE'S Acacia Court Hotel 223-227 The Esplanade, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 5011 Charlie's boast a quality buffeet menu including a great selection of seafood and hot food. It's one of the favourite restaurants in Cairns among locals.

CHERRY BLOSSOM JAPANESE RESTAURANT Cr Lake & Spence Streets, Cairns Phone (07) 4052 1050 Cherry Blossom Japanese Restaurant combines the freshest seafood from the Great Barrier Reef and other Australian fare with all of the fine flavours of Japan. Superb cuisine in a range of irresistible flavours.

CHESTER RESTAURANT & BAR Palm Royale Hotel 7-11 Chester Court, Cairns Phone (07) 4032 2700

CHINA PALACE RESTAURANT 69 Abbott Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4032 2700 China Palace Restaurant offers modern chinese cuisine in a very convenient Cairns location. Choose from a set menu or a la carte menu, where vegetarian are also catered for. Don't miss their delicious dish yum cha.

CINO ESPRESSO BAR 39 Lake Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 9788

COAST ROAST COFFEE Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Coast Roast Coffee Co is the only coffee house in Cairns to offer retail roasted coffee, roasted daily. Coast Roast recognises people's different requirements and also provides soya and non-fat milk.

COCK AND BULL 6 Grove Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 1160 Cock and Bull is a very popular Cairns restaurant, offering huge meals at very cheap prices. The restaurant is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

COCO'S RESTAURANT Cairns International Hotel 17 Abbott Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 1300 Cafe Coco is a casual brasserie style Cairns restaurant for informal dining from early morning until late evening, featuring a sumptous buffet and supported by an all day snack menu.

COLONIAL COFFEE LOUNGE 31c Shields Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 1048

WILD FIRE Aspect Central Motel 209 Sheridan Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 6955

DONNINI'S CIAO ITALIA The Pier Marketplace, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 1133 Donnini's is conveniently located inside The Pier Marketplace. Patrons will enjoy some of the best Italian food in Cairns, including delicious pasta and mouthwatering breads. The staff is very friendly and attentive.

DRIFTIN' 53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 2555

DUNDEE'S Harbour Lights, 1 Marlin Parade, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 0399 Dundee's Restaurant offers value and quality with fresh exotic Australian cuisisne. Whether it's seafood, steak or bush tucker (including kangaroo, crocodile and emu meat), Dundee's Restaurant makes a night out truly special.

DUNWOODY'S TAVERN 317 Sheridan Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 6822

FASTA PASTA Cnr Sheridan & Shields Streets, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 0388 National chain of Italian food, where you can find quick quality meals. Ideal for families, with a very laid back and informal atmosphere. Excellent value for money.

FIESTA CANTINA 96-98 Lake Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 2412 Offering a choice of indoors or al fresco dining, Fiesta Cantina offers authentic Mexican dishes. The food is absolutely delicious and it's presented in small servings, so order a few dishes at the time.

FETTA'S GREEK TAVERN 90 Grafton Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 6966 Authentic Greek Restaurant in the heart of Cairns. Affordable prices, delicious food, friendly service and fabulous decor.

GARDEN ROOM 57 Kamerunga Road, Cairns Phone (07) 4055 1866 Garden Room serves modern Australian food together with Indonesian, Sri Lankan and European dishes. Trully internationl cusine that will bring you back time and time again. B.Y.O restaurant with a new Sri Lankan buffet and take away meals.

GENKAI Cairns International Hotel 17 Abbott Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 1300 An authentic Japanese Restaurant in downtown Cairns with choice of Teppanyaki or A la carte featuring classic and contemporary flare.

GUARA NITAI'S 55 Spence Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 2255 Guara Nitai's Hare Krishna restaurant is a vegetarian restaurant in the heart of Cairns. Extremely affordable prices and hearty portions make this restaurant one of the most populars in the city.

HON GOONG 8 Carnation Drive, Cairns Phone (07) 4054 3839

ICHIBAN RAMEN Shop 7, Night Markets 75 The Esplanade, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 0511 Japanese restaurant specializing in noodles.

IL COLOSSEO 70 Grafton Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 8842 Il Colosseo offers delicious Italian food.

JADE CHINESE RESTAURANT 313 Kamerunga Road, Cairns Phone (07) 4055 1177 Jade Chinese Restaurant offers traditional chinese cuisine either to eat in or take away. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week.

JOESEPPE'S PIZZA & PASTA 111 Bruce Highway, Cairns Phone (07) 4055 5655

KAMOME RESTAURANT Shop 12-14, 9 Lake St, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 4318 Kamome offers authentic and reasonably priced Japanese food with an extensive menu to choose from.

KANPAI RESTAURANT 64 Shields Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 6084 Japanese restaurant in Cairns.

KEE KONG CHINESE RESTAURANT 59 Spence Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 2772 A very long established Chinese restaurant, Kee Kong offers quality Chinese food in a very relaxed atmosphere.

KEUNG-KEE Corner Anderson & Windarra Streets, Cairns Phone (07) 4054 6109 Take away Chinese restaurant in the southern part of Cairns.

KHIN KHAO THAI RESTAURANT 21 Aplin Street, Cairns Phone / Fax (07) 4031 8581 Delicious and authentic Thai food. Open for lunch and dinner, offering an extensive a-la-carte menu with very affordable prices.

KINGS ON MCLEOD Cairns Holiday Lodge 259 Sheridan Street, Cairns Phone / Fax (07) 4041 4999 Kings On Mcleod is open seven days a week for diner. The restaurant features an everchanging, budget minded menu, specialising in Australian and International cuisine.

LA PORCHETTA 108-114 Grafton Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 6661 La Porchetta is a national food chain providing a wide selection of pizza and pasta dishes.

LAGO The Lakes Resort and Spa 2 Greenslopes Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4053 9420 Lago was recently awarded Best Hotel/Motel Restaurant for 2007 as well as being a State Finalist in this category. It features modern Australian cuisine that is complimented by a selection of Australia's finest wines.

LATITUDE 137 RESTAURANT Rydges Tradewinds 137 The Esplanade, Cairns Phone (07) 4053 0370 Latitude 137 Restaurant is renowned for delivering you a most enjoyable dining experience set in a tropical and stylish ambience. You will be served by a very friendly and informative restaurant team.

LEMONGRASS RESTAURANT Shop 1/21 Kamerunga Road, Cairns Phone (07) 4055 2707 Lemongrass Restaurant is well known for its Vietnamese and Thai cuisine, although the menu includes western dishes as well. The food is of good quality, the servings are good and the prices are reasonable.

LIMERICKS RESTAURANT 17 Abbott Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 1300 Limericks Restaurant has a sensational, completely new Aussie & Authentic Asian Buffet, available for lunch and dinner, with a roast carvery on Wednesday nights. The dishes are absolutely magnificent.

LIMMY THE FLAVOUR OF MALASYA 80 Sheridan Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 7939 Traditional Malasyan cuisine.

LIQUID LOUNGE BAR & RESTAURANT 64 Shields Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 0777

LITTLE AUSSIE BUM 29 Spence Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 2100 Little Aussie Bum offers pub style meals.

LURE BAR & BISTRO Rydges Plaza Hotel Corner Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns Phone (07) 4046 0300 Lure Bistro specializes in modern fine Australian cuisine. You can also try some some of the finest wines in offer. Both the bar and the restaurant are open seven days a week.

MARINADES 43 Sheridan Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 1422 Marinades offers delectable Indian cuisine with a difference. Winner of the 2005 Restaurant & Catering Queensland Awards for Excellence.

MIDORI NOODLES BAR Village Lane, Abbot Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 1892

MITSURI 62 Abbot Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 0271 Japanese restaurant.

MONTEZUMAS'S 43 Sheridan Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4050 4600 Montezuma's offers fully licensed casual relaxed dining with value guaranteed. Take aways are available for those who prefer to eat at home.

NOODLE BOX CAIRNS Cairns Central Shopping Centre 1 McLeod Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4041 0887 Noodle Box offers a wide menu of Asian flavours. Stir fry dishes, soups, rice dishes and delicious Laksas bring the East flavours close to you.

NORTHERNER STEAKHOUSE Cnr Mario Street & Mulgrave Road, Cairns Phone (07) 4054 4722 The Northerner Steakhouse is famous locally and among meat lovers for its massive steaks. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

O CHA CHA 34 Lake Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 7055 Probably the most authentic Japanese restaurant in Cairns. The food is tasty and the prices very affordable and yoyu can choose from A la Carte dining or go for a set menu.

OLIVER'S AUSTRALIAN FINE CUISINE Corner Spence and Abbott Streets, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 5512 Oliver's offers modern Australian cuisine that utilises fresh Australian ingredients, including traditional Aboriginal produce, combined with European and Asian cooking techniques.

PADDYWHACKS RESTAURANT 41a Shields Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 1123 / Fax (07) 4051 0132

PICCOLO CUCINA 92a Lake Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4051 5137 Piccolo Cucina is an award-wnning Italian traditional home style cooking in the heart of Cairns.

RATTLE 'n' HUM 65-67 The Esplanade, Cairns Phone (07) 4031 3011 Located on the Esplanade, this popular cafe and bar has a distinctive tropical appeal. With a varied but reasonable priced a la carte menu, Rattle 'n' Hum is open from 11.30am till midnight seven days a week.

RED BERET HOTEL 411 Kamerunga Road, Cairns Phone (07) 4055 1249 The Red Beret Hotel offers hearty pub style meals at great prices.

RIMINI 183 Lake Street, Cairns Phone (07) 4044 9796 Rimini offers an innovative Italian menu. The staff is friendly and attentive.