Must see restaurants in 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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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 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…

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…

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

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

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