Top Restaurants in Port Douglas
Top Things to do in Port Douglas
Port Douglas Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Port Douglas
Tuck into succulent five-star meals in Port Douglas, the culinary gem of Queensland, or suck down a killer cocktail at a casually swanky lounge. A perfect base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef, the rainforest at Daintree and the beaches at Cape Tribulation, this Queensland town has an out-of-this-world setting. Sunbathe on the golden sands of Four Mile Beach, then melt into perfect pampering at one of Port Douglas’ glorious day spas for the ultimate in relaxation.
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1. Cafe Fresq
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 959 reviews
All day breakfast/brunch menu served with additional lunch from 11.30 using the freshest of ingredients. Exciting menu tailored to suit all appetites.
Reviewed By SkybedStyle - Sydney, Australia
Following recommendations from TripAdvisor, we decided Fresq was where we would have our first breakfast in Port Douglas. The coffee was phenomenal, the meals were delicious, well presented and filling and service was fast. After some initial attitude from our waitress (our table were definitely being a bit slow ordering), she and the barista gave us some real nuggets of information to make our stay in Port Douglas more enjoyable. Definitely add Fresq to your must do list in Port Douglas.
2. On The Inlet
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
On The Inlet Restaurant is a multi award winning seafood restaurant in the village of Port Douglas (one hour drive north of Cairns). It's established reputation for fine fresh seafood, delicious cocktail list, friendly staff , and location make it popular with both locals and visitors alike! A winning combination of the freshest local seafood and a delicious tropical cocktail selection makes On The Inlet an absolute “must do” for lunch, sundowners or dinner. On The Inlet specialises in serving classic and tropical cocktails and also stocks a carefully curated selection of Australian, New Zealand and imported wines.
Reviewed By Kenneth E - Ashbourne, United Kingdom
Looks fantastic Looked in lots of places and this Looked the best Oysters were ok but tiny and no onions or red wine vinegar The tuna was enormous but little taste covered in oil Dear God Worst meal in Oz at any price
3. Salsa Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Located in the heart of Port Douglas, this 'must-do', award winning restaurant encompasses all that dining in the tropics should be, fun, fresh, dynamic & memorable. Operating for over 22 years, Salsa's reputation derives from its amazing and eclectic menu, extensive wine list, professional and friendly staff as well as a bustling and vibrant atmosphere.Whether dining with a friend, family, group or wedding - you can't go past a good Salsa experience!
Reviewed By Christine G - Leicester, United Kingdom
Seafood overcooked - we couldn’t eat the calamari & oddly the waitress asked if it was undercooked..
The mains were also overcooked & I left mine. However we were offered a free dessert which was fair.
Although a busy spot and full of atmosphere we wouldn’t recommend the food.
4. Nautilus Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Elegant outdoor dining in the tropical rainforest of North Queensland. We specialise in romantic dinners for 2 to group functions and weddings.
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member
The venue was nice but that is all that was good about this place. The food was ok, the drinks were terrible and the head staff were rude. There are a number of better venues up here to enjoy.
5. Watergate Restaurant & Lounge Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
The Watergate Restaurant & Lounge Bar is located in the heart of Port Douglas, at the corner of Grant and Macrossan Street behind the Rotary Park. Enter down the flame lit path from Macrossan Street. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining. Watergate's cuisine is modern Australian. Executive Chef Lee Neate sources fresh, seasonal produce to prepare innovative dishes that reflect contemporary trends in Australian cooking. Opening hours : the restaurant is open for lunch from midday, and dinner is served from 5:30 pm, seven days a week. We also have a light lounge menu available available through the day until late. Watergate also has a well appointed bar, ideal for a cocktail as the sunsets, or maybe a light meal from the lounge menu with a bottle of wine. It is also available for a pre-dinner drink, or desserts and coffee at the end of the night.
Reviewed By leonskibagzy - Kuranda, Australia
This place ticks all the boxes
From the friendly staff who explain the menu in detail to the ambiance and decor.
The food was top shelf quality definitely a must do if in port Douglas.the location is tucked away but a lovely person is standing out front to welcome you. Yummy yum yum
One of the best places to eat in port
6. Seabean Tapas Bar Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Seabean's tapas bar is open from 3pm come along and sample some of our authentic Spanish dishes, along with a beer, wine and of course carafes of sangria located on our own relaxed corner of Wharf and Warner street where you can sit back and enjoy stunning views ,watch the sun go down behind the Mountains as the boats sail home whilst sharing delicious plates of sumptuous tapas , With the help of our friendly staff, enjoy a Spanish tapas banquet of your choice or choose from our mains selection featuring paella, fish, duck, steak and more And embrace the continental way of sharing the occasion with friends and loved ones Still the home of our famous coconut creme brulee, served in the 1/2 nut. We are vegetarian and gluten free friendly.
Reviewed By DenJan2 - Caloundra, Australia
We opted for the paella for 2 which was chicken, fish, prawn, clams, mussels, calamari, chorizo, peas, tomatoes and rice and excellent value at $38 and with it we enjoyed a carafe of sangria for $20. Dessert was an interesting white chocolate mousse with kiwi, passionfruit and violet crumble - $14 each. A popular spot with a good location to watch the sun go down.
7. 2 Fish Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 786 reviews
Located in the Coconut Grove Complex on Macrossan Street Port Douglas, 2 Fish Restaurant is one of Port Douglas' premier award-winning restaurants, with a reputation for an innovative and creative approach to modern seafood cuisine and professional friendly staff. 2 Fish Restaurant has won multiple Restaurant and Catering Awards, the most recent National winner for 2016 Best Seafood Restaurant in Australia and Australian Good Food Guide Reader's Choice Awards in 2016 and 2017. Head Chef Adam Ion has created an exciting and mouth watering menu that showcases the best and freshest of local Tropical North Queensland produce. 2 Fish Restaurant specialises in offering the broadest selection of tropical reef fish in Port Douglas. 2 Fish Front of House Manager Restaurant Manager Phoebe Smith and her dedicated staff are there to guide you through your menu selection and extensive wine list and attend to every detail to make your dining experience at 2 Fish a memorable one. 2 Fish Restaurant Port Douglas is the perfect place to taste the exotic pleasures of Port, watching the world go by while enjoying a relaxed lunch, dinner and drinks or holding a memorable wedding reception, special event or corporate function.
Reviewed By wrikl001 - London, United Kingdom
After a really long day of travel and getting unpacked/setup, we opted for 2Fish on our first night and we were not disappointed. Excellent service, delicious food, we really thought it wouldn't be topped. The tuna tartar was a standout, closely followed by the dessert - a deconstructed banoffee, drool. Great recommendations from the waitress - thank you!! Would definitely go back next trip.
8. Mocka's Pies
Overall Ratings
4 based on 562 reviews
Re-opening of an iconic Port Douglas pie shop which closed for some years recently. Was possibly the best known pie shop in Australia due to the unique meat pie filling recipe. Now re-opened by Nigel Quinn using the original and still secret pie filling recipe formulated by Mocka Cheyne and his mother Belle Cheyne.<br><br>Phone Nigel for more history on 617 4099 5295 or email on [email protected]
Reviewed By Jason M - Port Douglas, Australia
Mocka's do a range of breads daily 7 days a week. My favs are the dark ryes and sourdoughs. I purchased a sourdough just now and it will provide good for a week without problems, unlike supermarket breads.
9. Sassi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By BigBobW4 - London, United Kingdom
Staff are great fun and enthusiastic about their food, which is very good. Kids spaghetti bolognese was very good. Scallop special was excellent - simply cooked in the shell. Main of seafood pasta stuffed with fish and a bug on top. Cannoli for desert excellent.
Certainly on of the best meals we’ve had on our trip to PD.
Marked down a little as the Seating area we had was inside and acoustics very poor. Quite expensive too.
10. Whileaway Bookshop & Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 628 reviews
Whileaway is the Port Douglas destination for lovers of great books and delicious coffee.
Reviewed By Grumpyoldman101 - Mareeba, Australia
This is a quaint bookshop with a limited range of books. I had a cappacino which was great. I had with it a Raspberry and White Chocolate which was tasty except it was missing the white chocolate. We asked for water but the waitress simply told us to get water for ourselves. We went to get water but no glasses were there. All in all morning tea which started well ended in disappointment to unfriendly, unhelful staff.
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