Townsville CBD Restaurants

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Updated on 1/5/2025

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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.

Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar

Bridgewater Restaurant's 1st floor dining room offers a river and city view unsurpassed in Townsville
The modern Australian open plan coastal design creates a stylish, relaxed atmosphere inviting you to linger over a lazy lunch or an intimate dinner with family and friends.
Our carefully crafted menu highlights local, seasonal produce with premium quality, authentic ingredients. Combined they form a diverse, modern and flavour focused dining experience.
Botaniq Wine, Gin and Cocktail Bar evolved to share our love of wines and spirits from Australia and around the world.
Wines by the glass are a feature with a wide selection between Bridgewater and Botaniq Bar. Drop in for a Gin before dinner or make a night of it with grazing bar food to share.

Welcome to JAM ,
Enjoy a warm and relaxed dining experience indulging in the tastes of North Queensland . We like to explore our region's seasonal produce and create contemporary cuisine without compromising the purity of flavour.
The JAM menu offers quick bites for a catch up through to our full a la carte selection. We also have a great special luncheon menu which is always popular.
As the sun sets over the CBD and Castle Hill sit back and relax over dinner at one of the window tables or enjoy the views of the river and CBD lights on the terrace. For a romantic dinner we recommend requesting one of the private booths. Try the Shared Experience a delicious and generous selection, great for 2 or more.
Our wine list offers a generous selection of wines ranging from small Australian producers through to stunning international champagne and wines.
Matt and the team look forward to welcoming you soon.

Pappa Dom’s Townsville

Top-rated hospitality

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Price: Moderate

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All you can eat/Buffet

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3.6

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Pappa Dom's is Townsville's newest buffet pizza, pasta and dessert bar! Loaded with your favourite pizzas, pastas, soft service ice cream and delicious cocktails, we are a family friendly restaurant that will give you value for money!!
We are located in the CBD under the Clarion Hotel in Townsville City.

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Chris
Sunshine Coast •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had a family dinner last night and it was absolutely delicious. Great atmosphere and friendly service to
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Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq BarPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Townsville CBD
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4.7
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Toni
Tropical North Queensland •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Tucked away in a side street, this unassuming restaurant is a food lovers heaven. It really is a gastronomic delight and when in Townsville, I recommend you go. Don't miss out as A Touch of Salt will not disappointment. Food was amazing to say the least, the restaurant itself is very tastefully decorated and the staff all very happy and attentive. The atmosphere just elevates the food too. Loved our evening there. ATouch of Salt certainly has won our taste buds.
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A Touch of SaltPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Townsville CBD
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4.8
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Leanne
Deactivated - Far North Queensland •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Amazing food and exceptional service. Jam never disappoints. We enjoyed the Lunch special and many cocktails. The food was full of flavour and beautifully presented. Our servers, Sophia and Nicole, were polite, professional and very attentive. Highly recommend.
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Jam RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Townsville CBD
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4.4
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Christine
Tropical North Queensland •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
This restaurant is a true hidden gem that deserves to be discovered. It boasts an extensive wine selection paired with dishes to suit every palate. Standout highlights include the haloumi appetiser, the duck main, and the gnocchi—all flavourful, satisfying, and expertly crafted. The portions are generous, the flavours exceptional, and the prices competitive for fine dining, all without compromising on quality. We've never been disappointed and can't wait to return!
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Restaurant 1889Price: Moderate• Modern Australian• Townsville CBD
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4.6
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Frances
Tropical North Queensland •1 review
4.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
A well-kept secret. Great buffet breakfast value.
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The Sugar Shaker RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Australian• Townsville CBD
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4.1

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The best reviewed restaurant in Townsville CBD is Molly Malone's Irish Pub

The restaurants with the best service in Townsville CBD are Restaurant 1889, Molly Malone's Irish Pub and A Touch of Salt

The restaurants with the best ambiance in Townsville CBD are Molly Malone's Irish Pub, Cuisine On Bowen and Restaurant 1889

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