Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in Tropical North Queensland

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Roots Collective

4.9

4.9 (22)

$40 and under

Café

Sarina

About the restaurant

Welcome to Roots Collective, where the essence of nourishment, community, and love converge in a haven celebrating life's simplicity. Our space is a testament to embracing the roots of humanity, cultivating an experience steeped in heartfelt connections around shared meals.

Sourcing the freshest local produce, our Restaurant tantalizes with dishes brimming with regional goodness and flavor. Indulge in our in-house Gelato crafted from local milk or savor the love baked into our daily offerings at the Bakehouse. Precision meets passion in every cup at our Coffee bar.

Roots isn't just a place; it's a philosophy, a celebration of putting down roots, forming connections, and investing in others. As founders raised to value teamwork and care, our journey has transformed an old mechanical garage into an ambient, stylish haven. Our dedicated team, like an elite squad, ensures your experience is one of care, quality, and contentment.

Top review

Erich

Dined on Aug 26, 2024

Outstanding friendly, efficient service and outstanding food. A wonderful place to meet with family and friends for coffee and a meal. Highly recommended.

A Touch of Salt

4.8

4.8 (2568)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Townsville CBD

About the restaurant

Enjoy the breathtaking waterfront views, sparkling starry night skies, and refreshing breezes of our outdoor balcony, or opt for indoor air-conditioned seating to beat the heat (which can be a must in North Queensland!).

Our restaurant's name, A Touch of Salt, is a play on our family name, Brine. In 2005, we started as a family business, and our family-style approach of offering genuine hospitality and meals designed for conversation has always been the heart of A Touch of Salt. Over the years, we have perfected our restaurant to become one of the best casual fine-dining restaurants in the North.

We take pride in being appreciated by the locals of Townsville as well as travellers from all over Australia.

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James

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic food with amazing flavour combinations. Flawless service. Great ambience.

Eastwoods Dining & Bar

4.8

4.8 (247)

$41 to $100

Southeast Asian

Airlie Beach

About the restaurant

inspired by the traditional tastes & textures of south east asia.
our menu brings you a unique blend of aromats & fresh flavours with the intention to share.
sample a collection of dishes that will excite your senses & arrive at your table as prepared.

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Joely

Dined 3 days ago

The food was delicious, and the portions were generous. Even though they ran out of the special we ordered before it arrived at the kitchen, they apologized and offered us a complimentary starter. The service was great, and the staff was friendly and attentive.

Cape Gloucester Resort Restaurant & Bar

4.6

4.6 (179)

$41 to $100

Australian

Hideaway Bay

About the restaurant

Located in the Gloucester Passage overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Whitsundays, Cape Gloucester Resort is a 40-minute drive from Airlie Beach and one of the very few beachfront dining restaurant and accommodation venues on the mainland. Our Restaurant & Bar is Open from 10 am 7 days a week. Every meal is served up with panoramic views of the ocean and the dishes are created using only the freshest local ingredients. Enjoy a cocktail poolside after your meal while you relax in the tropical Whitsunday Lifestyle, or sit back Beachfront watching the Sun Set over the Coral Sea. Reservations are preferred for Lunch and Dinner Bookings. Live Music every Sunday from 1pm

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Trent

Dined 3 days ago

Great service from the moment we arrived which was backed up by amazing food

Ban-Na Thai Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (72)

$41 to $100

Thai

Mackay City Center

About the restaurant

Ban Na Thai is a small family owned business since 1996. Located in corner of Victoria & MaCalister Streets.
Our Chefs have over 30 years of experiences in Thai cuisine. We are fully licensed, and have varieties of Thai dishes for you to try such as Massaman Curry, Tom Yum Soup, Thai Basil and much more.

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Bernadette

Dined 5 days ago

Another wonderful dining experience. Dined out with friends visiting from out of town who were highly impressed, as I was, with the fabulous service and atmosphere, and the exquisite flavours in all of the dishes we ordered. Relaxing and enjoyable night out.

The Pub

4.4

4.4 (944)

$40 and under

Pub

Airlie Beach

About the restaurant

‘Where you need to be’
‘The Pub’ at Airlie Beach Hotel is now open and brings a new and exciting entertainment and dining venue to Airlie Beach. Located on the Esplanade, overlooking the newly landscaped parklands and the beach, the new facilities include;
Bar & Bistro | Al fresco dining | Live entertainment | TAB & Sports bar | Gaming Lounge with a brand new fleet of the latest machines | Courtesy Bus

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Tim

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent value, staff awesome and atmosphere great

Fratelli’s Café, Bar & Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (80)

$40 and under

Mediterranean

Manunda

About the restaurant

Serving brunch and all-day dining, Fratelli’s offers a Mediterranean-inspired menu that will delight your senses. Our all day menu is available 7 days a week. We also offer a variety of light meal options prepared onsite by our talented team of chefs. Plus, our barista-made coffee and premium beverage selections provide the perfect accompaniment to a delicious cake or sweet treat.
We’re firing up the pizza oven to prepare a selection of Mediterranean-style gourmet pizzas, using fresh ingredients on our hand-stretched house-made pizza dough and cooked in a custom-made stone hearth oven.
Fratelli’s dinner menu features a range of freshly prepared pasta, seafood and our signature Middle Eastern Style Braised Lamb that has been cooked for over four hours in our secret spices. You’ll also be tempted by a range of starters and desserts. Available 7 days a week from 5.30pm 'till 8:30pm. We can't wait to see you!

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Margaret

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

One of our favourite places to eat. Great steaks cooked to your liking. Chicken Linguine is a must if you enjoy pasta. Chicken breast tender and moist. Great prices on food and drinks. Definately worth a night out.

Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill - Airlie Beach

4.3

4.3 (1846)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Airlie Beach

About the restaurant

Set right on the water, Northerlies is Airlie’s favourite beach bar offering a unique experience filled with island vibes, casual brasserie-style dining, spacious event areas, creative cocktails, and plenty of beach for the kids to explore. Their free courtesy bus runs 7 days a week offering private pick-ups from Airlie Beach, Cannonvale & Jubilee Pocket. Book your next event and celebrate beach-side.

The Brasserie kitchen is open 7 days. Lunch is served from 12:00pm- 2:30pm and dinner from 5:00pm-8:30pm, with our 'smalll bites' options available all day. The weekend Beach Kitchen is open on for dinner on Fridays, lunch & dinner on Saturdays, plus lunch on Sundays. Unfortunately, no dogs allowed as we are located on a wildlife reserve.

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Ella

Dined 1 day ago

A great location for dinner and drinks with family and friends. Wish it had a dessert menu inside as the main meals were epic.

Coral Sea Pavilion

4.3

4.3 (229)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Airlie Beach

About the restaurant

Coral Sea Pavilion - Coastal Cuisine - Boutique Wine and Cocktail Bar – is located poolside at Coral Sea Resort.

Come and soak in the extraordinary views and enjoy the best seafood in town! Coral Sea Pavilion is open every day, all day to everyone for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Boutique Wine and Cocktail Bar is open daily from 10am

Social Club (Happy Hour) daily from 3pm to 5pm

Bottomless Mimosas daily from 11:30am to 2pm

Live music every Saturday from 1pm to 5pm

New chef, new menu, new vibe. See you at The Pav!

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Kala

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Absolutely beautiful view of a night time and vibes were so relaxing. Food is next level, we shared the oysters Kilpatrick, pork belly and scallops and the BBQ Seafood. Everybite was mouthwatering and couldn't wait to indulge in the next. Cocktails were absolutely divine. Definitely will be back. Perfect for a girls trip dinner or a romantic setting of even for the family. The staff looked after us very well and were so polite and attentive

Brothers Cairns

4.2

4.2 (118)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Manunda

About the restaurant

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, Bistro 26 features a selection of club classics including succulent steaks, crispy schnitzels, fresh salads and mouth watering pizzas.

Bistro 26 is the perfect venue for the whole family offering a range of kids meals and desserts.

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Kenn

Dined on Aug 15, 2024

There was a mix up with the order going through to the kitchen, and after nearly an hour, we went to check what was happening and the error was discovered. The young lady who made the mistake, took ownership, apologised, gave us each a glass of house wine complimentary, and got the order through. This was extremely good. There was a problem and the problem was addressed and dealt with. Very happy with the outcome. We would certainly return. I like my steaks and my steak was cooked perfectly to my liking.

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