Rockhampton
All clean lines and industrial decor, this high-ceilinged restaurant and microbrewery makes intelligent use of a heritage-protected merchant's store in…
Must-see restaurants in Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
This open-sided, teak-doored pavilion, set in restful tropical gardens overlooking a pond, is where belly-led travellers invariably find themselves,…
Rockhampton
This restaurant is a worthy contender for 'Best Indian/Sri Lankan Food in Queensland' title. Biryanis come studded with tender pieces of smoked goat, …
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
The chef at this breezy, stylish bistro is a real globetrotter, offering Moroccan-style goat curry on the same menu as Vietnamese-style barramundi spring…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
A favourite on the Gladstone waterfront, this breezy cafe-restaurant is ideal for breakfast on the verandah (perhaps sweetcorn fritters with pesto…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
This down-to-earth, family-run restaurant doesn't bang on about 'taking you on a journey'; instead, they serve up generous platefuls of slow-cooked lamb,…
Rockhampton
Occupying the most scenic position on Rockie's historic riverfront Quay St, Boathouse doesn't rest on its photogenic laurels, but augments them by…
Rockhampton
Actually facing the Fitzroy River, on the ground floor of the Empire Hotel on Victoria Pde, this Italian trattoria has been run by the same family since…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Aussies do brunch in a big way; nothing new there. But Whisk deserves credit for adding fun twists to the classics to make them particularly hipster…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Basic groceries, fuel and local information are just the fundamentals at this laidback little bush grocer's, which doubles as a welcoming, licensed cafe…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Facing west towards the sea through a curtain of green, this indoor-outdoor pub-bistro has the best outlook for a sundowner in 1770. Part of the salty,…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
The real draw at this pavement-side fish-and-chip joint is local catch so fresh it may as well have just jumped out of the waves in front of you. Red…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Not a lot of thought went into the name, but the food is deservedly popular at this beachfront Thai restaurant. No need to takeaway of course – you can…
Rockhampton
This laid-back place bills itself as a tapas bar, but there's not much Spanish about it, and in reality everyone's here for the steak (and the drinks)…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Flour does a great line in home baking, alongside set-you-up-for-the-day breakfasts such as golden smashed potatoes with bacon, poached eggs, rocket, feta…
Rockhampton
Ask locals where to find superlative steaks in Rocky and most will direct you to this unassuming, family-run bistro. What it lacks in character it makes…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Appealingly situated beneath the casuarina trees, this beachfront cafe inside the caravan park draws you in with a killer mixture of sea views, pick-me-up…
Rockhampton
Approaching coffee with a reverence given to alchemy, Rocky's best coffee shop turns speciality beans from a Brisbane roastery into highly satisfying brew…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
This popular bakery is known for its killer pies – expect gourmet fillings such as lamb shank or chilli, plus a couple of vegetarian selections. On the…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
A classic Australian seaside chippy, Off the Hook has all the burgers, prawns, scallops, fish fillets and other battered delights you'll need for an al…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
A broad snapshot of Australian life is found in this sprawling, timber-floored pub just outside town, where, besides eating, you can drink, gamble, play…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
This unassuming restaurant within the Harbour Sails motel is a surprising setting for some of Gladstone's best food. The prix-fixe menu includes entrees…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
The glass frontage and faux leather furniture at this sea-facing pub invites punters in off the street. The food is pretty good, ranging from pizzas ($20…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Set back from Fisherman's Beach in natural subtropical gardens, this decent pizzeria is one of – count 'em! – three places to dine out on Keppel. The…
Rockhampton
Branching out beyond the Vietnamese palate, this glass-fronted high-street restaurant does decent southeast Asian food. Laksa, sizzling tamarind prawns…
Rockhampton
Several notches above your standard motel restaurant, in both quality and price, Restaurant 98 offers treats such as natural oysters, pulled-pork spring…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Fresh toppings fall off the huge family pizzas at this dependable pizza joint in Emu Park. You know it's good when Yeppoon locals travel the 20-odd km to…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
Grilled meats and seafood are the best bets at this welcoming place, sitting pretty on a prime spot where the river spills into the sea. You can also eat…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
More general store than 'pure' cafe, Tropical Vibes sells beachwear, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and souvenirs, alongside coffee, cold beer and excellent…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
There's not a lot of competition out here, but Pat's Gems Cafe is nonetheless serviceable for its pizza, pies, sandwiches, coffee and thick shakes.
