Cairns Dining

Cairns Esplanade Restaurants near Aquarius Apartments

At the heart of the Cairns Esplanade is an outstanding high-rise apartment property that raises the bar for affordable and luxurious tropical accommodation. The Cairns Aquarius Apartments is a complex of 4.5 star beautifully appointed holiday apartments that bring new meaning to the phrase "affordable luxury." And another fine trait of Cairns Aquarius Apartments is its proximity to Cairns' fine Esplanade restaurants. Here is a small selection of the finest dining within walking distance of this Cairns accommodation.

Blue Mango Cafe Wine Bar	Cairns Esplanade
A funky location with a lengthy wine list, Blue Mango is a popular after work venue on a Friday with locals; Miles Away, a funky jazz band plays regularly. Innovative cocktails and interesting pizzas keep the regulars coming back. Great views of the Esplanade.
cuisines: American, Italian features: Cafe, Licensed contact: (07) 40316297 | 209-217 The Esplanade (Mercure Harbourside Hotel)

Kani's On The Esplanade	Cairns Esplanade
Head down to the Cairns Esplanade almost any night of the week, and you'll see a lineup of people waiting to get into Kani's Restaurant. It overlooks the lagoon, and has magnificent views of people from all around the world wandering alone the cairns waterfront. The seafood served in this funky restaurant is renowned for its freshness and excellence, and ostrich, kangaroo and crocodile is also a supurb treat. While you're there, try the mud crab - absolutely delicious.
cuisines: Seafood features: A la carte, Diners Club, Licensed, Mastercard, Restaurant, Visa discount: 10% discount on food & beverage contact: (07) 40511550 | 59 The Esplanade

Pesci's On The Water	Cairns Esplanade
Cairns' only seafood restaurant overlooking the famous Marlin Marina, specialising in fresh local and southern seafood and modern Australian cuisine. The menu is not limited to seafood though, with an extensive meat and pasta selection - all pasta is made on premises daily. Gorgeous location with magnificent waterfront views, Pesci's won the Restaurant and Caterers award for Queensland in 2003 for a la carte dining. Open for lunch and dinner.
cuisines: Australian, Contemporary, Seafood features: A la carte, Al fresco, Bankcard, Disabled Access, Licensed, Mastercard, Restaurant, Visa avg. main: $26 open: Daily from 12:00 to 22:00 contact: (07) 4041 1133 | Pierpoint Rd (Pier Marketplace)

The Raw Prawn	Cairns Esplanade
Another of Cairns' excellent seafood restaurants located on the esplanade, the standout feature of The Raw Prawn is the great name. But we can assure you this restaurant doesn't literally live up to the name 'Raw Prawn', because all seafood is cooked with delicacy and precision. Aside from the name, don't forget the excellent views of the Coral Sea, efficient service, relaxing atmosphere and of course, great food.
cuisines: Seafood features: Al fresco, Amex, Diners Club, Licensed, Mastercard, Restaurant, Visa contact: (07) 40315400 | 103 The Esplanade

Windows To The Reef	Cairns Esplanade
contact: (07) 40312133 | Pier Point Road (The Pier)

Mondo Cafe Bar & Grill	Cairns Esplanade
Mondo Cafe has one of, if not the best, locations in Cairns city. Overlooking the harbour, the food served at this restaurant matches the superb views. Ideal for business lunches.
cuisines: Asian, Australian, Contemporary, Continental, Mediterranean, Seafood features: A la carte, Al fresco, Bankcard, Cafe, Diners Club, Disabled Access, EFTPOS, JCB, Licensed, Mastercard, Smoking, Visa open: Daily from 18:00 to 22:00 review: The food is good, but look over here (21/3/2003) contact: (07) 40526780 | Hilton Hotel