Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Fitzroy Island

"Considered by many in Cairns as the quintessential Australian dining experience, this restaurant is a the best place to go for authentic fare. Ochre excels by delivering astoundingly good Australian food and presenting and crafting an unforgettable bush cuisine experience. Even those already familiar with the finer Australian dishes will feel that they are experiencing something outstanding."

"The ultimate weekend brunch spot in Cairns, the Chambers combines hashtag-worthy dishes and colourful cocktails with bright and airy interiors and outdoor terraces. Their extensive brunch menu has all the Aussie classics as well as smoothie bowls, fresh fruit juices and cold brew for those sunny mornings. Brighten your day and order their rainbow breakfast of avocado bruschetta with beetroot hummus, crispy kale, heirloom tomatoes and almond granola."

"Inside a 1920s bank building, The Chambers is a chic cafe, restaurant, and bar. Since 2018, this elegant venue has become the place to be seen in Cairns, with on-trend decor and professional service. Each space has a different menu to keep diners happy throughout the day, from wholesome breakfast classics to elevated Mediterranean-inspired dishes to fun bar snacks."

"The most beautiful-looking restaurant on the Esplanade is also one of the finest. Menus (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are inventive and well executed using fresh local ingredients. The speciality is seafood –..."

"Stumbled upon this after my morning walk on Palm Cove Beach, So I decided to bring the whole family for Brunch. Arriving around 10am, walked in off the…”more"

"Located on Grafton street, The Lillipad Cafe has been serving Cairns locals and visitors since 2003. It’s known for its funky decor, international, and big portions. For breakfast, you could sample a breakfast burrito, the Turkish breakfast or shakshuka."

"The Lillipad Cafe has been serving Cairns locals and visitors since 2003. It’s known for its funky decor, international flavours and big portions. For breakfast, you could sample a breakfast burrito, the Turkish breakfast or shakshuka."

"With humongous feasts, from crêpes to wraps and a truckload of vegetarian options, this is one of the best-value options in town. It's a little bit hippie, and a whole lot busy. Don't miss the fresh juices."

"Set on the waterfront of Trinity Inlet, you can choose to sit and bask in the sun while watching the boats go by, or catch a cool breeze in their cleverly designed undercover area. Wharf One is dedicated to sourcing local produce from their Mourilyan grown Mandella Coffee and Cairns wood-fired bread through to Mungalli Dairy products and seasonal fruits from across the region. If you were intending on just grabbing a coffee you may need to rethink your plans once you glimpse their tasty menu."

"Wharf One Cafe is run by old friends and work colleagues, Caz and Will. With Wharf One, they wanted to create a venue that was affordable and family-friendly, but that also served a modern and uncomplicated breakfast and lunch menu. Fortunately, they’ve done just that."

"Origin is the charming cafe outpost of Port Douglas coffee roasters, Four Mile Roasters. The passionate owners source, roast and brew coffee that they love to drink themselves, so you know every sip is going to be good."

"In 1959, North Queensland locals Mr. and Mrs. Howard Jones established Honey House Kuranda. Mr. Howard Jones developed the business offering free honey tasting, bee hives, beekeeping equipment displays, and educational tours. In 1978, the observation bee hives were introduced and to this day prove a source of excitement and interest to all who see them."

"These gorgeous gardens are an explosion of greenery and rainforest plants. Highlights include a section devoted to Aboriginal plant use, the Gondwana Heritage Garden, the Flecker Garden and an excellent conservatory filled with butterflies and exotic flowers. Visitor centre staff can advise on free guided walks (daily from 10am).Follow the Rainforest Boardwalk to Saltwater Creek and Centenary Lakes, a birdwatcher's delight. Uphill from the gardens, Mt Whitfield Conservation Park has walking tracks through the rainforest to city viewpoints."

"Located in the center of the city, the Cairns Botanic Gardens are the perfect place to escape the sun for a few hours. This place is a real tropical paradise. In these gardens, you can observe more than 4,000 species of plants from all over the world, as well as many birds and insects."

"Birdworld Kuranda is a photographer’s dream, housing the largest number of co-habiting bird species anywhere in the world. At the sanctuary, you’ll find more than 500 birds from around the globe including the most spectacular tropical birds, many of which are endemic to the Tropical North. There are brilliant Amazonian macaws that soar over the treetop canopy, the endangered and stately cassowary, cheeky rainbow lorikeets, vibrantly coloured parrots, galahs, cockatoos and many more."

"Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Australia with Birdworld; it’s perhaps one of the most unique wildlife attractions in Tropical North Queensland where you can enjoy a trip into the birds’ beautiful rainforest habitat. There are various species of birds flying around you at all time, so you can freely observe them. Those species include some of Australia’s most precious and beautiful birds."

"Located in the heart of Kuranda, at Birdworld you can see some of Australia’s most beautiful birds in their rainforest habitat – birds include cassowary, lorikeets, galahs, cockatoos and many more. Entry is $18 for adults and $9 for kids. Allow around 30 minutes to enjoy this attraction."