Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Fitzroy Island

"Salt House is frequently described as a “designer’s dream” due to its multiple indoor and outdoor seating areas. It’s home to both a restaurant and bar, which have dreamy ocean, mountain and marina views. In the beer garden, there’s plenty of seating on colourful stools and relaxing daybeds, which are peacefully surrounded by flowing ponds and fire features."

"The Salt House is the ideal place for spending quality time at night. You can have an amazing view of the mountain and ocean. You can sip a glass of great wine and relax in a bed surrounded by flowing ponds and fire features."

"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 lines outside Ganbaranba give a clue to the quality of Cairns' best budget dining. The sunshine ramen—with pork, garlic and chili—is the most popular dish, followed by the gold ramen with pork, chicken, and black pepper. There is a full vegetarian menu and, if you're feeling adventurous, you can order extra toppings or noodles for just a couple of dollars more."

"When in Cairns, do as the locals do and eat ramen at Ganbaranba Noodle Colosseum. You’ll recognise this place by the (socially-distanced) line that snakes up the street seven nights a week. Once you’re in, you’ll be rewarded with a bustling, wholesome joint that serves an array of traditional ramen soups and gyoza in a casual setting."

"You'll recognise this tiny place by the queues outside: Ganbaranba is a local cult joint, and without a doubt the best place for ramen noodles and gyoza in Cairns. Slurpers can watch the chefs making noodles; if..."

"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"

"The restaurant at Yorkey's Knob Boating Club is a diamond find for fresh seafood and views of the marina's expensive floating toys from the expansive deck. It hosts various weekly specials, including 'Pimpin..."

"Home to enviable waterfront dining, cool comfortable shopping and a relaxing time out, The Pier is unlike any other shopping centre in Cairns. You will find local and international fashion labels, funky footwear, swimwear, precious gemstone jewellery and an array of specialty shops to suit all your needs. Their art gallery boasts work exclusively supplied by local artists and the resident astronomer is the telescope and binocular specialist in FNQ."

"Situated on the stunning waterfront with unbeatable views of Trinity Bay, Marlin Marina and out. 1 Pier Point Road, Cairns City, Queensland, Australia. Galleries, Museums and Collections"

"Hemingway’s already has a strong profile in FNQ thanks to its stunningly positioned brewpub in Port Douglas. However, its new Cairns Wharf venture on Trinity Inlet takes the Hemingway’s gastro brewpub model to a whole new level. Located in a heritage-listed early 1900s warehouse at the Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal, the first thing that strikes you about Hemingway’s Brewery Cairns Wharf is its size … it is vast."

"This brewpub is relatively new to Cairns but the brand is familiar to locals: the first Hemingway’s instalment is just up the coast in Port Douglas. The heritage-listed building features a 19-metre-long bar and an expansive deck. Tuck into a jaw-busting Double Hero Burger or harissa chicken with watermelon and mint salad."

"After a long day exploring the reef, two mates returned to Cairns in search for a local brew. It would be the perfect way to end the day!. However, they were in for bitter disappointment when they realised there simply wasn’t a local brew for them to enjoy."

"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."

"Time now stands still but years ago, the Cairns' war memorial kept the far northern city's population punctual. The clock tower on which a soldier. The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland, Australia"

"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."

"If you’re picky about your malt and vine, try The Conservatory Bar. Known for its fabulous cocktails, wide selection of craft beers, and open-air vibe, this restaurant-bar hosts live music acts every Friday and Saturday. We recommend sipping on wine with your grazing board, if not dinner."

"London Gentlemen’s Club meets modern Speakeasy at The Conservatory Bar on Lake Street in Cairns. From the outside this bar has the appearance of a traditional Queenslander, from the inside an elegant ..."

"This casual pub’s main features are the large servings of comfort foodie favourites and top-notch coffee. Fantastic views of the water from the patio and relaxed ambience make for some chilled out vibes– perfect for those looking to make the most of their holiday!. Must-try items: Chorizo Brekky Burger – a chorizo patty on a green tea brioche bun with halloumi, salsa verde aioli, and hashbrowns on the side."

"Wanting to venture out of the Trinity Beach area we drove to Palm Cove and decided this was out spot for dinner prior to leaving our room.…”more"

"Gilligan’s is more than just a backpacker resort, as it’s home to multiple entertainment venues. There’s Gilligan’s Nightclub, the luxe Attic Lounge Bar and Gilligan’s Bar. The latter has a big back deck and beer garden, next to the large lagoon-style tropical swimming pool."

"Situated in the Cairns City, the Down Under is a favourite among backpackers and especially, girls with its great sounds and fabulous food ranging from Gourmet Pizza, Buffalo Wings, Fried Chicken, Fish and Chips to a variety of bar snacks. There are 11 pool tables in which you can play for free. In fact, it is the best pool venue in North Queensland and is open all week from 3 pm until midnight."

"The Downunder Bar is open 7 days a week and boasts delicious pub food, drinks and free pool tables. This is the place to start your night out or just enjoy a beer with some friends. Check out their website to see what's on."

"As the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns is teeming with an abundance of restaurants offering fresh, local catches and exceptional seafood. Find the stand-out seafood dishes in Cairns below."