Embark on a Spicy & Saucy Adventure Through Queensland’s Tastiest Corners!

From fresh seafood and gourmet delights to tasty street foods, Queensland’s rich and diverse flavours cook up an adventure in every bite. With spicy food doing the cha-cha to gourmet sauces that feel like a warm hug for your soul, get set to ‘taste’ magic in these popular cities on your Queensland holiday.

Brisbane

The capital’s culinary scene is an experience wrapped in deliciousness. Savour grilled and glazed goodness at the Agnes, Fortitude Valley; choose a French-style set menu at Restaurant Dan Arnold; relish the flavours of a Japanese cuisine at Joy or at the Exhibition Restaurant, Brisbane CBD and head to Ramona Trattoria, Coorparoo for authentic Italian food. For a plate of indigenous-inspired dishes, visit the GOMA Restaurant, South Bank and enjoy riverside al-fresco dining.

Port Douglas

Surrounded by farmland, coffee plantations, fruit orchards and abundant seafood, Port Douglas stands out as a gourmet destination for food lovers. Visit Harrison’s—Port Douglas’ most nationally awarded restaurant and complemented by an award-winning wine list too! While here, try their tasting menu to relish British delights (they have a vegetarian option as well!). Experience the signature five-course degustation menu at Nautilus with the selection promising local ingredients. Bite into line caught fish or Thai rolls at the Salsa Bar & Grill, polish off a bucket of fresh prawns at Tin Shed and enjoy the delicious coconut reef fish ceviche at Wrasse & Roe. That’s not all. Flames of the Forest—a one-of-a-kind dining experience on the land of the Kuku Yalanji will take you into the middle of the ancient Wet Tropics rainforest for an evening of indigenous storytelling, musical performances and locally-inspired feast.

Cairns and Great Barrier Reef

Aside from its famous World Heritage sites, Cairns and Great Barrier Reef is also home to a large (and growing) number of restaurants and cafés serving up a true taste of Australia. Fresh seafood on your mind? Head to Prawn Star at the Cairns Marina. Craving some Thai dishes? Visit Tamarind in the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino. Prefer something healthy? Order delicious salads at the Chill Café in Palm Cove.

The Whitsundays

Sitting pretty amidst the vibrant Great Barrier Reef, The Whitsundays is blessed with restaurants and cafés that will feed your appetite and steal your heart. Spend a day or two at the Hamilton Island to enjoy the sweeping views and the heavenly seafood. Want some Italian fare to go along with the views? Dine at La Marina in the mainland.

Gold Coast

While the clear beaches and sparkling blues remain Gold Coast’s star attraction, you’ll also find world-class cafes, bars, restaurants, and breweries jostling for space across the Gold Coast’s various suburbs. Close to one of the region’s best beaches, Burleigh Heads is a famous foodie getaway—swing by the Burleigh Pavilion for delicious drinks on an ocean-front deck. For a premium dining experience, head to The Tropic nearby—the views and the food both are amazing! If you’re a fan of breakfast-with-a-view, make your way to the SkyPoint for their iconic breakfast buffet served on level 77!

Sunshine Coast
Love al fresco dining with a view of the vast blue? Visit Sunshine Coast! Sign up for refreshing food walks with Tasty Tours, spend a day surrounded by good food and great rides at The Ginger Factory, chase it down with some gourmet gelato at the Maleny Food Co. Café and more. You can also enjoy the relaxed ambience of the Noosa River with a relaxing dining experience at the Gusto Noosa.

What’s more? Queensland also offers Indian food and if you’re in the mood for a slice of home while exploring this beautiful state, visit these handpicked restaurants.

1. Essence of Indya, Ipswich
2. Marinade Indian Cuisine at Cairns City, Cairns Area
3. Indian Mehfil Ipswich
4. Memories of India, Ipswich

Salivating already? Put up these restaurants on your radar, book your trip with us and reach Queensland hungry!