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Bam Pow QLD
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Moderate
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Contemporary Asian
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4.9
(153)
Modern southeast Asian dishes, handcrafted cocktails, beers on tap and good tunes. Daily Happy Hour 4pm-6pm.
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A Touch of Salt
Price: Expensive
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Modern Australian
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4.8
(2,642)
Enjoy the breathtaking waterfront views, sparkling starry night skies, and refreshing breezes of our outdoor balcony, or opt for indoor air-conditioned seating to beat the heat (which can be a must in North Queensland!).
Our restaurant's name, A Touch of Salt, is a play on our family name, Brine. In 2005, we started as a family business, and our family-style approach of offering genuine hospitality and meals designed for conversation has always been the heart of A Touch of Salt. Over the years, we have perfected our restaurant to become one of the best casual fine-dining restaurants in the North.
We take pride in being appreciated by the locals of Townsville as well as travellers from all over Australia.
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Eastwoods Dining & Bar
Price: Expensive
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Southeast Asian
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4.8
(283)

inspired by the traditional tastes & textures of south east asia.
our menu brings you a unique blend of aromats & fresh flavours with the intention to share.
sample a collection of dishes that will excite your senses & arrive at your table as prepared.
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Ban-Na Thai Restaurant
Top-rated food
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Price: Expensive
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Thai
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4.7
(87)
Ban Na Thai is a small family owned business since 1996. Located in corner of Victoria & MaCalister Streets.
Our Chefs have over 30 years of experiences in Thai cuisine. We are fully licensed, and have varieties of Thai dishes for you to try such as Massaman Curry, Tom Yum Soup, Thai Basil and much more.
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Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar
Price: Expensive
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Modern Australian
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4.6
(861)
Bridgewater Restaurant's 1st floor dining room offers a river and city view unsurpassed in Townsville
The modern Australian open plan coastal design creates a stylish, relaxed atmosphere inviting you to linger over a lazy lunch or an intimate dinner with family and friends.
Our carefully crafted menu highlights local, seasonal produce with premium quality, authentic ingredients. Combined they form a diverse, modern and flavour focused dining experience.
Botaniq Wine, Gin and Cocktail Bar evolved to share our love of wines and spirits from Australia and around the world.
Wines by the glass are a feature with a wide selection between Bridgewater and Botaniq Bar. Drop in for a Gin before dinner or make a night of it with grazing bar food to share.
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The Andergrove Tavern
Price: Moderate
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Australian
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4.4
(10)
Located in Andergrove, Mackay. The Grove offers a complete package of great entertainment, restaurant quality food and service in a relaxed welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re a long-time local, a first-timer or visitor to Mackay we look forward to meeting you here, at Mackay’s number one choice for ‘best local’.
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Coral Sea Pavilion
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Expensive
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Modern Australian
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4.3
(251)
Coral Sea Pavilion - Coastal Cuisine - Boutique Wine and Cocktail Bar – is located poolside at Coral Sea Resort.
Come and soak in the extraordinary views and enjoy the best seafood in town! Coral Sea Pavilion is open every day, all day to everyone for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The Boutique Wine and Cocktail Bar is open daily from 10am
Social Club (Happy Hour) daily from 3pm to 5pm
Bottomless Mimosas daily from 11:30am to 2pm
Live music every Saturday from 1pm to 5pm
New chef, new menu, new vibe. See you at The Pav!
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THE DISPENSARY Coffee Kitchen Bar
Price: Expensive
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Modern Australian
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4.6
(219)
THE DISPENSARY Coffee · Kitchen · Bar is open from 6am til late. Whether you’re after a morning coffee, breakfast, long lunch or delicious dinner, we’ve got you covered.
Established in 2013, THE DISPENSARY would not be out of place in downtown Manhattan or inner-city Melbourne. Boasting Mackay’s largest wine and whisky collection, and a great selection of boutique beers and cocktails you are sure to find the perfect beverage to suit.
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Jam Restaurant
Price: Expensive
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Modern Australian
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4.4
(977)
Welcome to JAM ,
Enjoy a warm and relaxed dining experience indulging in the tastes of North Queensland . We like to explore our region's seasonal produce and create contemporary cuisine without compromising the purity of flavour.
The JAM menu offers quick bites for a catch up through to our full a la carte selection. We also have a great special luncheon menu which is always popular.
As the sun sets over the CBD and Castle Hill sit back and relax over dinner at one of the window tables or enjoy the views of the river and CBD lights on the terrace. For a romantic dinner we recommend requesting one of the private booths. Try the Shared Experience a delicious and generous selection, great for 2 or more.
Our wine list offers a generous selection of wines ranging from small Australian producers through to stunning international champagne and wines.
Matt and the team look forward to welcoming you soon.
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Cape Gloucester Resort Restaurant & Bar
Great vibe
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Price: Expensive
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Australian
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4.6
(191)
Located in the Gloucester Passage overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Whitsundays, Cape Gloucester Resort is a 40-minute drive from Airlie Beach and one of the very few beachfront dining restaurant and accommodation venues on the mainland. Our Restaurant & Bar is Open from 10 am 7 days a week. Every meal is served up with panoramic views of the ocean and the dishes are created using only the freshest local ingredients. Enjoy a cocktail poolside after your meal while you relax in the tropical Whitsunday Lifestyle, or sit back Beachfront watching the Sun Set over the Coral Sea. Reservations are preferred for Lunch and Dinner Bookings. Live Music every Sunday from 1pm
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Monte's Bar & Grill
Price: Moderate
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Australian
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4.5
(18)
Come and enjoy mouthwatering two and three course sharing menus, or a single meal if you don’t want to share. Vegetarian & gluten free are catered for.
Refreshing drinks are served out on the deck all day, overlooking the stunning turquoise waters of the Whitsundays. Have a glass of wine, cold beer or tasty cocktail.
Open for lunch & dinner. Book your table for a Birthday or anniversary celebration.
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Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill - Airlie Beach
Price: Expensive
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Modern Australian
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4.3
(1,888)
Set right on the water, Northerlies is Airlie’s favourite beach bar offering a unique experience filled with island vibes, casual brasserie-style dining, spacious event areas, creative cocktails, and plenty of beach for the kids to explore. Their free courtesy bus runs 7 days a week offering private pick-ups from Airlie Beach, Cannonvale & Jubilee Pocket. Book your next event and celebrate beach-side.
The Brasserie kitchen is open 7 days. Lunch is served from 12:00pm- 2:30pm and dinner from 5:00pm-8:30pm, with our 'smalll bites' options available all day. The weekend Beach Kitchen is open on for dinner on Fridays, lunch & dinner on Saturdays, plus lunch on Sundays. Unfortunately, no dogs allowed as we are located on a wildlife reserve.
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Restaurant Oak & Vine - Cairns
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Moderate
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Australian
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4.5
(27)
Welcome to Oak & Vine Cairns, the city's newest addition to the dining scene. Perched atop Oaks Cairns Hotel, our rooftop restaurant invites you to experience modern Australian cuisine. Indulge in small plates or hearty mains prepared with the most seasonal local produce. As the sun sets over the Coral Sea, the terrace transforms into a lively cocktail bar mixing inventive signature cocktails and pouring fine wines, craft beers and a selection of Artisan botanical gins with spicy tonics. Whether you’re local or a visitor - sit back, relax and soak in some of the best ocean views and terrace dining Cairns has to offer.

See what locals rave about in Tropical QLD

From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
  • Alice VIP
    Deactivated - Far North Queensland •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Fantastic lunch menu. Great range of vegetarian and all meats and seafood. Each course was perfect. Flavoursome, quality ingredients, unique flavours, good serving size, timely service.
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    Jam RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Townsville CBD
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    4.4
  • Narelle
    Tropical North Queensland •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Everyone needs the amazing dining experience at A Touch Of Salt. Outstanding service by the Manager Mark, along with friendly and professional service from the wait staff. The experienced barman created our specially-requested drinks to perfection. Compliments to the chef/s for the delicious and beautifully presented meals and desserts. The food was served in good time. An enjoyable experience. Highly recommended. They also sell gift cards if you can’t decide on what to buy someone.
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    A Touch of SaltPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Townsville CBD
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    4.8
  • Pauline
    Tropical North Queensland •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We have lost count how many times we have had our Christmas lunch at Bridgewater. It never disappoints. The staff are wonderful, the food is awesome and the atmosphere is refreshing. I’m allergic to gluten and never feel limited for choice of great dishes. The six ladies in our group all love Bridgewater 🎄
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    Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq BarPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Townsville CBD
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    4.6
  • Rob
    Tropical North Queensland •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 6 Dec 2024
    Quality of food was superb. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Cocktails for under $20 is a rarity anywhere but here they were $15. We had a table of 12 and not one person left dissatisfied. 100% will be back!
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    Pappa Dom’s TownsvillePrice: Moderate• All you can eat/Buffet• Townsville CBD
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    4.4

Frequently asked questions

Dog friendly restaurants in Tropical QLD include Bam Pow QLD, Seabreeze Hotel, Mackay and Rockpool Pavilion

Child friendly restaurants in Tropical QLD include Brothers Cairns, Roots Collective and Pappa Dom’s Townsville

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