Must-see restaurants in Port Douglas

  • Flames of the Forest

    Port Douglas

    This unique experience goes way beyond the traditional concept of 'dinner and a show', with diners escorted deep into the rainforest for a truly immersive…

  • Harrisons Restaurant

    Port Douglas

    Marco Pierre White–trained chef-owner Spencer Patrick whips up culinary gems that stand toe to toe with Australia's best. Fresh, locally sourced produce…

  • My Italian Baby

    Port Douglas

    Port's newest Italian restaurant, My Italian Baby is a sophisticated but down-to-earth main street eatery that gets rave reviews from locals and visitors…

  • Little Larder

    Port Douglas

    Breakfast on turmeric crab omelette until 11.30am, then it's gourmet sandwiches, fab dishes like Szechuan salt-and-pepper squid or Balinese-style duck and…

  • Seabean

    Port Douglas

    This cool little tapas bar with bright red stools and attentive staff brings quality Spanish plates and paella to PD. Authentic share plates include…

  • Yachty

    Port Douglas

    One of the best-value nights out is the local yacht club, where well-crafted meals, from kangaroo spring rolls or cauliflower arancini to dukkah-spiced…

  • Sassi Cucina e Bar

    Port Douglas

    It's quite a splurge on an authentic Italian feast at this legendary local eatery but it remains a favourite in Port Douglas. The brainchild of owner-chef…

  • Beach Shack

    Port Douglas

    It's quite a hike down to the southern end of Four Mile Beach, but this locals' favourite is worth the trip for sublime pizzas, tapas and tasty dishes…

  • On the Inlet

    Port Douglas

    This local institution was moved out of its overwater location on Dickson Inlet in 2018, but it has been reborn across the road on Wharf St. No water…

  • 2 Fish Restaurant Port Douglas

    Port Douglas

    In a town where seafood is plentiful, 2 Fish stands out for its upmarket innovative dishes, over a dozen types of fish, from coral trout to red emperor…

  • Capannina

    Port Douglas

    Serving what is easily the best ice cream and gelato in Port Douglas, Italian-run Capannina is notable also for the patience of its owners, who wait…

  • Grant Street Kitchen

    Port Douglas

    Delicious egg-and-bacon rolls, ham-and-cheese croissants or fruit salads are breakfast treats at this awesome little artisanal bakery. For lunch try the…

  • Zipangu

    Port Douglas

    There's often a queue for takeaway at this simple little Japanese sushi and teriyaki joint. Rolled sushi comes in serves of eight pieces, sashimi plates…

  • Chilly's Pizza & Trattoria

    Port Douglas

    This sociable garden restaurant and bar specialises in wood-fired pizza – the seafood pizza is something to behold – and classic pasta dishes. Toppings…

  • Shakes Gelati Bar

    Port Douglas

    Cool off with Port Douglas' best ice cream and gelati with all the classics represented and some tropical twists: sea-salted caramel, coconut and lime…

  • Salsa Bar & Grill

    Port Douglas

    Salsa is a stayer on Port's fickle scene. The menu ranges from Creole jambalaya (rice with prawns, squid, crocodile and smoked chicken) to drunken chicken…

  • Cafe Fresq

    Port Douglas

    Fresq is always busy at breakfast with tables spilling out onto the footpath. Good coffee, gourmet breakfasts, pancakes and lunch items such as soft-shell…

  • Cafe Ziva

    Port Douglas

    Locals rate open-fronted Euro-chic Ziva for good coffee and breakfasts such as eggs Benedict. Lunch is mostly burgers and toasted sandwiches.

  • Breakfast with the Birds

    Port Douglas

    At Wildlife Habitat, includes a tropical buffet breakfast and a guided bird interactive experience.

  • Mocka's Pies

    Port Douglas

    Local institution serving classic Aussie pies with exotic fillings such as crocodile laksa and bush kangaroo.

  • Surfy

    Port Douglas

    The Surf Club bistro is as close to dining on the beach as you'll get in Port Douglas, with a pleasant open-air deck. The menu is typical bistro-style…

  • Han Court

    Port Douglas

    For good old-fashioned Australian-Chinese food, Han Court has been in town forever, and dishes up all the staples, such as honey chicken, chow mein and…

  • Lunch with the Lorikeets

    Port Douglas

    At Wildlife Habitat sanctuary, this is a buffet lunch and guided tour in the wetlands habitat.

  • Viet Pho

    Port Douglas

    Cheap and cheerful noodles, pho, spring rolls and satay skewers on the Grant St food strip.

  • Coles Supermarket

    Port Douglas

    Self-caterers should head to this well-stocked supermarket.

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