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1. Eastwoods Dining & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(324)
Price: Expensive
• Southeast Asian • Airlie Beach
Booked 22 times today
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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2. Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill - Airlie Beach
4.4
Awesome(1902)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Airlie Beach
Booked 24 times today
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 (Fri & Sat) then 5:00pm - 8:00pm (Sun - Thu), 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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3. Coral Sea Pavilion
4.3
Awesome(264)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Airlie Beach
Booked 5 times today
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.Boutique Wine and Cocktail Bar: Open daily from 10amSocial Club (Happy Hour): Daily from 3pm to 5pmBottomless Mimosas: Daily from 11:30am to 2pmLive DJ: Every Saturday from 2pm to 6pmLive Acoustic Performer: Every Sunday from 2pm to 6pmSpecial Menus | Monday - Thursday | 11:30am - 4pmMondays: Brews & BurgersTuesdays: Margaritas & TacosWednesdays: Moscow Mules & Wicked WingsThursdays: Handpicked Wines & Half-Price OystersNew chef, new menu, new vibe. See you at The Pav!*Dinner service times may vary during slower periods. Final seating times are managed based on bookings and overall demand—please ensure you make a reservation.
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4. Sandbar Airlie Beach
new
4.5
Awesome(10)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Airlie Beach
Booked 5 times today
Discover a fusion of Mediterranean flavours and coastal brilliance in the heart of Airlie Beach. With a selection of handcrafted cocktails and matched bar taster menu. Unwind in a bright, elevated oceanfront setting with views overlooking the Coral Sea. Tantalise the tastebuds and indulge in our signature "Loaded Seafood Chowder" and a Whitsunday dining experience like no other.
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5. Sidewalk Cafe
5.0
Exceptional(2)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Airlie Beach
Booked 1 time today
A Coastal Gem in Airlie BeachNestled on the picturesque Airlie Beach Esplanade, Sidewalk Cafe is more than just a licensed cafe, bar, and restaurant; it's a celebration of community, flavour, and scenic beauty. Our cafe offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere where locals and travelers alike gather to enjoy delightful dishes, refreshing drinks, and the laid-back coastal vibe that makes Airlie Beach so special.At Sidewalk Cafe, we believe that dining is about more than just food — it's about creating unforgettable experiences. Our menu features local ingredients and global flavors, crafted with care and creativity. Whether you're savoring a morning coffee, indulging in a leisurely lunch, or unwinding with an evening cocktail, every visit to Sidewalk Cafe feels like a cherished memory in the making.Join us at Sidewalk Cafe, where the world comes together over great food, friendly service, and breathtaking views. Come for the cuisine, stay for the community, and leave with a smile.
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6. Whisper Restaurant And Gin Bar
4.6
Exceptional(9)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Asian • Airlie Beach
Booked 1 time today
Whisper Restaurant & Gin Bar is nestled in The Mirage Whitsunday Resort offering three different levels to chose from. Our Restaurant & Pool Bar has stunning views beautiful a L Carte menu and extensive Bar offering beautiful cocktails. Enjoy a buffet breakfast from 6.30am and lunch and dinner until 8.30pm every day. We also have our famous Bottomless Lunch every Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm - 2.00pm. Go one level up to use our Gin Bar for any function or event, with a private balcony and bar, let our staff serve you delicious dishes derived from our extensive function menu. If you need a space to hire for that private conference we can offer our gorgeous boardroom also with breath taking views AV equipment.
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7. Hotel Metropole, Proserpine
5.0
Exceptional(2)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • Proserpine
The Metropole is a great spot to meet, have a beer, and enjoy a bite to eat in the bistro. Conveniently located in the heart of Proserpine, the Hotel Metropole is home to the Cane Cutters Bistro, a number of bars, a premier gaming lounge, functions space and Cheers Liquor Barn & Drive-Thru. Established in 1900, the Hotel Metropole is one of Proserpine’s oldest pubs and has earnt a place in all local hearts!
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8. Grand View Hotel, Bowen
4.0
Excellent(19)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Bowen
Booked 4 times today
Our restaurant menus consist of your favourite pub style meals with modern flair, along with changing weekly specials which feature fresh local seafood, prime cuts of meat and seasonal fruit and vegetables. Situated just 500 meters from the Bowen fish markets, our kitchen receives top-quality seafood sourced from the Great Barrier Reef daily.Benefiting from a blend of local talent and international expertise, our team of chefs brings a contemporary and inventive approach to our cuisine. With years of experience and a passion for utilizing Bowen's abundance of fresh ingredients, they consistently craft delicious and innovative dishes.If you are looking for a venue with a great atmosphere, a casual vibe and stunning surroundings, combined with mouth watering meals and excellent service, the Grand View Hotel is waiting to welcome you!
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9. Cape Gloucester Resort Restaurant & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(201)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Hideaway Bay
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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10. Monte's Bar & Grill
4.5
Awesome(25)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • Hideaway Bay
Booked 1 time today
Come and enjoy mouthwatering two and three course sharing menus, or a single meal if you don’t want to share. Vegetarian & gluten free are catered for.Refreshing drinks are served out on the deck all day, overlooking the stunning turquoise waters of the Whitsundays. Have a glass of wine, cold beer or tasty cocktail.Open for lunch & dinner. Book your table for a Birthday or anniversary celebration.

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