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.
Treat your special someone this Valentine's Day to a three-course meal of your choice, accompanied by a long-stem rose and enjoyed at a table beautifully set for two.
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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value
Noise • Energetic
Diners' Choice Awards
Tropical North Queensland
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Best Value
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Good for business meals
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Good for groups
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Great for creative cocktails
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Healthy
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Neighbourhood gem
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Great for outdoor dining
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Romantic
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Good for special occasions
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Vegetarian-friendly
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Most Booked
Townsville
Most Booked
Review summary
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A Touch of Salt in Townsville consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "friendly and attentive" staff and the "beautifully presented" dishes. The atmosphere is intimate and welcoming, making it "ideal for celebrating any event." Highly recommended for memorable meals.
2,665 Reviews
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Melissa
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Oh my, goodness! What an absolute little treasure this fine dining restaurant is. We haven't had food this good since we dined in a fine dining restaurant on a cruise ship 11 years ago. We didn't expect the servings to be as large as they were. That was a well recieved surprise.
We had three courses, wine and beer during our visit. All was amazing! The service and ambience just added to the goodness of our experience. We will definitely be returning. I just wish we visited sooner than we did.
While it was all incredible, it was the dessert for me! My sweet tooth was more than satisfied.
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Amelia
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Amazing food and amazing service. Can not fault the experience
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Lauren
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Had an amazing evening, really impressed by the service and the dining experience as a whole!
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Michael
New Orleans
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Top notch food and service. GREAT staff from front of house to chef. HIGHLY recommended.
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Nadine
Deactivated - Far North Queensland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This place never disappoints. Food, service, the quality of everything is 10/10.
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Tag
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great dinner. Flawless. Will come back again and again.
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Samuel
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Waiter was excellent, as was the ambiance throughout dinner. Food was lovely as well
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Michael
Tropical QLD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
From the moment we entered we felt cared for. The whole evening was fantastic.
Our meal was delicious. The Octopus was especially flavoursome.
The service was prompt, friendly and respectful.
Thank you.
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Toni
Tropical QLD
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Tucked away in a side street, this unassuming restaurant is a food lovers heaven. It really is a gastronomic delight and when in Townsville, I recommend you go. Don't miss out as A Touch of Salt will not disappointment. Food was amazing to say the least, the restaurant itself is very tastefully decorated and the staff all very happy and attentive. The atmosphere just elevates the food too. Loved our evening there. ATouch of Salt certainly has won our taste buds.
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Mark
Tropical QLD
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 6 January 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Meal was delicious. Slightly overcooked.
Had to wave staff down for a drink in the middle of meal otherwise attentive.
Music a little too loud for a intimate conversation.
Overall a great experience.
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FAQs
A Touch of Salt is rated 4.8 stars by 2665 OpenTable diners.
A Touch of Salt does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.