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Dining in Cairns
Cairns boasts 620+ restaurants as Far North Queensland's tropical paradise and gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. The Esplanade waterfront, Cairns Central shopping precinct, and Port Douglas (60km north) offer world-class dining with tropical influences.
As Australia's premier reef and rainforest destination, Cairns attracts international chefs and showcases unique tropical ingredients.
Popular Areas
Cuisine Highlights
Fresh seafood, tropical cuisine, modern Australian, Asian (Japanese, Thai, Chinese), Italian, resort dining
Did You Know?
Cairns serves over 2 million tourists annually, creating a dining scene that rivals major capital cities with Michelin-quality restaurants using unique tropical ingredients like barramundi, mud crabs, and native rainforest produce.
💰 Average Price Range
AUD $16-75 per person
⏰ Best Time to Dine
Dry season (May-Oct) is peak tourist season. Wet season (Nov-Apr) offers deals but humid.
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Insider Dining Tips for Cairns
Esplanade waterfront offers 50+ restaurants with lagoon and ocean views
Port Douglas (60km north) has upscale resort dining - worth the drive
Fresh barramundi, coral trout, and mud crabs are Cairns specialties
Night Markets on Esplanade offer 30+ international food stalls (budget option)
Local Dining Customs & Etiquette
Cairns is tourist-oriented tropical dining. Very casual - resort wear acceptable. International influences strong. Premium pricing at tourist hotspots. BYO less common at upscale venues.
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