Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach is a coastal suburb of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Trinity Beach had a population of 6,594 people. Wikipedia.
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Nestled in a beach hotel with stunning ocean views, Trinity Beach Tavern is a family-friendly bistro and bar offering a diverse menu of burgers, seafood, and pizza. This local watering hole is renowned for its upmarket pub-grub featuring dishes like fisherman's catch, great northern mackerel, BBQ mixed seafood grill, burgers, barbecued ribs, and Malaysian laksa. The venue also offers kids meals at $10 and a seniors menu.
A wonderful meal last Tuesday The $20 rib meal was amazing. Great value Fish and chips were lovely too. Staff were excellent Especially Paul, who helped keeping us calm and looked after our friend after he had an incident there. We cannot thank you and the members of the public who helped us that night.
Peter Boyce — Google review
The young lad with darkish hair and tatts on his arms greeted us on entry,👌🏼 He's A KEEPER Trinity Beach Tavern...💯 He was so helpful, polite just exceptional🥰 We had the Rump steak salad n chips 👍🏼 Pork belly, salad mash👍🏼 Spare ribs 👍🏼 Calamari 👍🏼 Arancini balls were mediocre but still tasty. And our table of 4 diners enjoyed a few drinks too Thanks Trinity Beach Tavern we'll be back💯 And our table of 4 diners enjoyed a few drinks too👌🏼
DLove — Google review
Enjoy a lovely lunch at the Tavern recently. With indoor/outdoor options for dining, we opted for indoors and the air-conditioning. Staff were friendly and service was great. Our party of 7 enjoyed Fish of the Day, Roast Pumpkin Risotto, Eye Fillet, Penne Prawn Pasta, BBQ Seafood Mixed Grill, Trinity Beach Chicken and Pumpkin and Feta Pizza. All good serves and delicious. Highly recommend and will come again.
Judy Cunningham — Google review
I have just had the fish market and Gosh, it was so exotic and delicious. I never tasted nothing like that before. Their Parmy is huge and divine.😋 Price is very fair for the quality and size. Plus the view, environment and hospitality. Every is amazing!!!
Healthset System — Google review
Thanks so much for offering so many delicious vegan options! The food was great, staff friendly and the view out over the ocean is stunning. We will be back!
Bryony Sumner — Google review
Went here for Dinner on the 30/12/21 & had a great experience. Full dinning options of inside & outside (balcony overlooking Trinity Beach). There is an extensive menu that suits all tastes & dietary requirements. Staff are very friendly & happy to help with any questions. Keno, pokies & TAB also available. Our meals consisted of entree of coconut prawns & bacon & cheese bread. Our mains were Chicken Ceaser Salad & Steak. For a great value meal come here
Rob Clayson — Google review
I like this place. Maybe not everyone's cup of tea (not a classic restaurant) but we tried 4 restaurants around and The Trinity Beach Tavern has the best food here.
Lukasz — Google review
My favourite place to eat at Trinity beach. Great view from the balcony when dining outside. I love the beer battered fish and chips, with a cold beer. The staff were friendly.
Dale Sanders — Google review
The place was quite crowded on Christmas Eve but we still managed to get a table. It was very easy to order and pay with the QR code on the table. We ordered the BBQ seafood platter and a chicken parmigiana. Both were very nice but in the end the whole thing (with holiday surcharge + tip) ended up costing us AUD$ 150. Pretty steep. The service was ok. The place is quite loud (it is also a sports bar).
Razvan Bogasiu — Google review
Recently dined here with friends. Beautiful fresh & tender salt & pepper calamari for me. Sizable well presented meals with nicely cooked chips. Great atmosphere, friendly service, cold beers.
Peter Woods — Google review
Everything was good but the chips were not hot, maybe lukewarm. I like my chips to be hot & fresh so that was a major disappointment. If they're not hot at McDonald's I'm a bit unhappy. If they're not hot at a restaurant / tavern then I'm more critical because I expect things are cooked to order. I had chicken schnitzel which was a special on the day (Wednesday). The serving was big. I couldn't finish. I messed up my order as I didn't see the options for sauce. I'm sure I would have enjoyed it more with (say, pepper) sauce. My friends had chicken parmigiana and Caesar salad and both said they were good. You can't beat the location. Great views right on the water in Trinity Beach.
Ian Cairns — Google review
Great family friendly place. There was live music when we went, may have been a father's Day special. Main meals and kids meals were generous proportions. Kids meals came with a soft drink (oddly no juice substitution available) and an ice cream. We had the fish and chips, pork belly and kids cheeseburger and chips. Very tasty!
Polly K — Google review
Trinity Beach Tavern is a must-visit spot if you're in the area. The tavern has an inviting atmosphere and is located right on the beach, offering stunning views of the ocean. The menu is extensive, with a variety of options to choose from, including seafood, burgers, and salads. They also have a great selection of drinks, including beer, wine, and cocktails. The staff is friendly and attentive, making sure you have everything you need. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous. I highly recommend the fish and chips, which are made with fresh local fish and served with a side of crispy fries. If you're in the mood for something lighter, they also offer a variety of salads and vegetarian options. Trinity Beach Tavern is a great spot for families, with a kids' menu and plenty of space to run around on the beach. They also have live music on the weekends, which adds to the fun and relaxed atmosphere. Overall, I highly recommend Trinity Beach Tavern if you're looking for a delicious meal with a view in a great location. But unfortunately the pork ribs I had on the night were dry and hard..
Thomas Wakefield — Google review
Had dinner a few nights back. Given it is a big place, we were pleasantly surprised with the quality of the food. I had the pork belly - super nice on a bed of pumplin puree. Mary, the salmon - was excellent. Only downside - wine was not particularly good. Service - all the staff were non stop running. As it was QCode ordering and paying - what little interaction there was, all the staff were friendly. Atmosphere - If you love large bustling pubs, this is for you.
Ian Kidston — Google review

2Vivo Palm Cove

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Modern Australian themed beachfront restaurant with beautiful wide verandahs and stunning views of the ocean. Serving up a delicious all day dining menu, Vivo is a must visit for locals and visitors alike. With excellent service and a tropical theme, this is one restaurant not to be missed!
We had a dinner at Vivo Palm Cove and everything was just amazing. Quality food and great professional service. Pasta was one of (if not the best) ones we have had in Australia. Cocktails were also delicious. I'd recommend this place for high quality food and memorable nights. Great for a date night.
Maz (Maz) — Google review
VIVO is a must in Palm Cove! We stop here every time and are always so pleased with not only the incredible food, but the wonderful service of the lovely staff who are so attentive and interested in your dining experience. They are super friendly with kids and cater with a kids menu. Food came out quick and was exceptional. The seafood is especially delicious. We will be back again and again!
Samantha Langley — Google review
The perfect lunch. The food was amazing and the view is perfect, but the best part was the service from the staff. My partner was pregnant and they proactively talked us through the whole menu and what ingredients she could and couldn't eat, nowhere else has done that. Great service.
Owen Chapman — Google review
We came here for breakfast twice this week. Both times, we were more than impressed. The atmosphere is great. Sitting out the front, you have a nice view of the ocean. The service was quick, friendly, and professional. The menu is unique, and there are plenty of options to choose from. Food was brought to us very quickly and tasted amazing. Servings are very good, well worth the price. Overall, I couldn't fault the experience, and whether you live in Cairns and surrounds or are just visiting for a holiday, this place is definitely worth visiting.
Nash — Google review
Excellent food and amazing service !!! We had our last dinner there for the trip and what a great experience it was. Right from the get go, the staff were attentive and welcoming. The menu has great dishes to choose from. Keep up the good work guys !!!
Samiul I — Google review
We had a delicious meal with fantastic service for dinner on Friday night. Cocktails were lovely, fish and steak cooked perfectly and the service outstanding. Do yourself a favour and book in, best meal we had in Palm Cove.
Nardia Kerin — Google review
Dined here on a Sunday for an Advance Valentines Lunch. We got seated outside with stunning views of Palm Cove Beach. The food was absolutely delicious, see photos. Service was first class and overall vibe was amazing. Highly recommend a lunch dining but will definitely try an early dinner next time.
Gen Lumadilla . — Google review
Had dinner there while visiting Palm Cove. Pleasant environment with very good service. Food was delicious and reasonable prices too. Highly recommend this restaurant 👍🏻
azamithu — Google review
Had a beautiful Risotto and my husband had the Fettuccini with seafood the service is amazing and staff so friendly and look at the views ! We have been back a few more times also for breakfast and that was beautiful too.
Deborah Burke — Google review
We had a great experience dining at Vivo. The service was excellent, despite it being busy. We ordered the crab linguini and mushroom pasta, which I had with gluten free pasta. The cocktail list is extensive and they were able to make many of the options as mocktails.
Emily C — Google review
Lively restaurant at Palm Cove. Food was nicely presented with great flavours. Waiting staff for our table was friendly. Good portion size. The only let down was the luke warm greeting when we first arrived…
IS L — Google review
Vivo offers a delicious menu offering accompanied by relaxing atmosphere with friendly staff that top the experience off. My meal consisted of panko zucchini flowers , a main of Kilcoy Diamond Black Eye Fillet and desert was a recommend meringue with lemon curd. The offers a selection of cocktails and spirits that are equally refreshing after a day of exploring or relaxing. If your starting in Palm Cove I’d definitely recommend, but make sure you book in advance to avoid not getting a table! Thank you to the hard working Vivo team for providing another fantastic culinary experience by the shores of palm cove.
Stewart Carragher — Google review
Can I give more than 5 stars? We were so impressed after dining here on 3 different occasions, during out 5 night stay in Palm Cove. Every dish was prepared with superb attention to detail and a great combination of flavours. All staff were consistently attentive and accomodating to any request. The oysters are shucked fresh in the kitchen, upon each individual order! The pastas were the main highlight of the menu for us, however, I believe you simply can not go wrong with any dish at Vivo. The house-made lemonade is highly addictive, and I need a recipe ASAP. A shame we did not get to try any dessert, simply from just being too full, but we continued to see the Tiramisu being served which looked 10/10.
Emma R — Google review
Vivo was absolutely perfect! We booked a table two days ahead as they are so popular. The food is beautifully presented with the perfect balance of flavours. The wait staff were attentive, efficient and friendly. The chocolate Fondant was perfectly cooked.
PandN. K — Google review
1st time in palm cove, better make sure you book a table at Vivo for dinner. Great service and beautiful entrees and mains. We didn’t have room for desert after the generous entrees and mains.
Chris N — Google review
We decided on Vivo for our anniversary dinner. The twice cooked lamb is a speciality and the mushroom gnocchi was excellent. I love my bugs but the salt and pepper bay bugs tasted more like calamari - OK but not what I expected. We had three courses with a bottle of wine and the price was good for a high class establishment with such views. Service was exceptional with staff checking on you every moment. Could not have had a better night.
Rolf Green — Google review
The place is quite busy so a reservation is highly recommended. We ordered an eye fillet which was very good and the tiger prawn risotto which was less good. The grilled prawns were good, but the rice was not a risotto in the sense anybody can expect. It didn't feel like they were part of the same dish. For the main course we had to wait almost 40 minutes, although when we got there, the restaurant was only 1/4 full. The pavlova was very good and nicely presented. A pity it was just too small :)
Razvan Bogasiu — Google review
I would give this five star for service alone. The people here went above and beyond each time I visited. They were even able to cater for an impromptu family cocktail of over 20 people. They weren't flustered and handled it with aplomb. The food itself was excellent well worth the price. Would highly recommend
Thaddeus Tuttle — Google review
Lovely spot across from Palm Cove beach, seating outside, outside on verandah and inside. Good selection of food and drinks. The staff are friendly and smiling. When ordering yr meal and trying to ask or explain about a dish and they don't understand English very well, and then them mixing up and getting the order wrong, which was rectified, thank you, and also offering a free drink to the person that has to wait longer again for that meal to come out was appreciated, however, we waited over an hour for our meals in the first place. In saying that, the food was excellent and cooked to perfection, except for the egg on top of the Nasi Goring (overcooked), and the chilli was very mild in the crab pasta dish, needed a bit more bite.
Monica Wylie — Google review
Went there for diner and then also for breakfast. Food was very good but I would say a bit picey for the quantities for the diner. Service was great and location as well. Overall a great experience
Marc — Google review
Absolutely lovely dinner tonight. Food amazing, atmosphere wonderful, service was 5 star. Our waiter was Jose and he was amazing and made our experience just Devine. Can’t wait to come back again. You must try the sticky fig pudding! It was the best dessert I’ve had. Thanks guys for being AMAZING!!
Bridget Styles — Google review
49 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove QLD 4879, Australiahttp://www.vivo.com.au/+61 7 4059 0944
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Bar & grill
Located in the northern suburb of Cairns, Ellis Beach Bar & Grill is known for its relaxed atmosphere and ocean views. The bar is also home to a beer garden which offers stunning views of the ocean.
This place is awesome to take your family and pets. Laid back vibes good view and cold beer. Food was outstanding huge portions for a good price. Definitely check it out
Kaige Silcock (Mozart) — Google review
Nice restaurant on the side of the highway. Vego nachos were great as were the sweet potato chips and barramundi side. Fisherman's basket was smaller than expected but still a good size for one person. Shrimp was like 3 tiny cocktail prawns in a bit of sauce. Great customer service 👍
Donna Tulloch — Google review
We stopped here for lunch on our way back to Cairns from Port Douglas. We were really impressed with the meals coming from a simple beach vibe place. Perfect place to sit and watch the beach across the road and friendly staff and welcoming easy vibe. We had the burger and keto salmon dish with sweet potato fries.
Smithsholidayroad Inclusive Adventures — Google review
Great breakfast and all other meals, camping and caravan park in walking distance, gorgeous beach to relax at...just perfect
Lisa Jones — Google review
Major renovations July 2023 have enhanced this popular eating, drinking, coffee stop. No matter what time of day there is something for everyone. I love the morning snack of banana bread and coffee, but will return for the afternoon pizza special on Thursdays. Plenty of parking across the road next to the surf beach. NB. Pizza was one of the best of ever had.
Bryce McLean — Google review
Really great little place to eat and have a few drinks. Sunday sesh here with some music and lunch was a really good vibe. Lovely outlook to the Beach. If you have a large group I would book a table on the weekends but we came again during the week and it was fine actually really quiet compared to the Sunday. Food was really good huge serves different variety to usual pub fare. Fish tacos are delish! Highly recommend stopping here if your coming past.
Jrdmum — Google review
Sadly the beautiful renovations don't make up for the bland food. Lovely for a drink though! Service is lovely!!! We were super excited to come see it after the Reno's and the meals we'd seen coming out when we popped in for a drink the week before looked amazing so we drove down for lunch. Ordered a few entrees as they all sounded great. Presentation 10/10 but ends there. Food was pretty much left behind - chicken was very, very dry even with the coleslaw. Salt n pepper squid, same and no flavour. Garlic cob loaf had near no butter in it so was left. The other dish was moterella sticks which was like bland rubber which we took one each and put half of it back on the plate. This review doesn't come easily as we were really excited and as I say, it looked amazing! But, I had just returned from working out bush for 2 weeks eating frozen veg and basics, and was so excited to have some fresh yummy flavoursome food. It should've been like heaven. Maybe just a bad day?
T — Google review
The burger and coffee I got today were pretty good. I'd probably come again if I went up to Ellis beach. The menu seemed to have a decent variety. They even had some souvenirs available- locally made sauces and jams and nicknacks. FYI they do $1 oysters on Sunday .
Bec R — Google review
What an easy place to sit, have a drink, and some food. Great variety of food for big and small appetites. A beautiful beach sits opposite with a magnificent view. To see a small lift to assist an elderly lady to the upper deck was fantastic. There were dogs with owners and staff all too happy to help with a smile. I would highly recommend a stop at this place that makes everyone feel welcome, with a laid-back back atmosphere.
mandy — Google review
Not my best dining experience on the Cairns northern beaches. New owners are renovating (Aug 2023) and according to my friends not all the changes were for the better. I had ribs which were OK but overall they were a bit overcooked & dry. On the other hand the chips served with the ribs were really good. Ordering the food was a mess. You order at a specific counter, one register for food and another for drinks (you could order both at either place but it was set up as food & drinks). When we were there the food terminal had a problem so we ordered at the "drinks" terminal. The person taking the order wasn't rude but was kinda surly so we walked away from the ordering experience feeling a bit down. Overall the food wasn't bad but the renovations seem to have removed the personality of the place and starting with an unpleasant service experience wasn't great.
Ian Cairns — Google review
We were here on a Su day which is $2 Oyster day , we also has a serve of fish and chips , both fantastic great service and great atmosphere
David peters — Google review
Wow this place has just been refurbished. What a fantastic job the owner has done, very impressive. Staff are friendly & efficient. ice cold beers , fish & chips generous & crispy . Dog friendly too! Great outlook, this is a must do when in Cairns, for brecki/ lunch/ dinner or even a couple of nice cold beers in the arvo😎
johnny Bełczącki — Google review
You tried.....this is a chicken and bacon burger.....a strip of Bacon? Disappointed with the food. Not great, tastes average at best. Just go for a beer. At least the view is nice.
Mich Does Travel — Google review
I love Ellis Beach Bar & Grill and the amazing team there… HOWEVER if there is one thing we don’t like after their renovations is how crazy the chairs & tables situation is. It’s SOOOO packed outside (see photos) - the tables and chairs are too close together. When it’s medium busy and you try to get to your table you’re hitting other people’s chairs or bumping in to them. It’s just way too crowded now and thus makes the dining experience far less enjoyable. There’s less walking room as you go past tables. I’m constantly getting bums in my face. We much preferred the more spacious layout that has been there for the many years prior. The main the issue is squeezing too many people in to a space. People’s comfort should be a primary consideration - and being jammed in is not a fun experience. Hopefully the new owners might ponder the above issue. It could be easily fixed with the removal of maybe 25% of tables. Just please space it out better. Thanks. 🙏 Also - ordering everything at the Bar also gets crowded. It was nice when you could order food and drinks separately. But don’t think this can be changed with the new layout. People slowly deciding what food to order delays ordering of drinks when people know what they want. Should seperate it again like it was before. But otherwise please keep up the great work in the Kitchen & Bar. We appreciate all the hard work of the Team 👍
Kim Jack — Google review
Absolutely loved our breakfast at Ellis Beach Bar and Grill! 5 stars! The free pancakes for kids on Saturdays were a delightful surprise. Great food and family-friendly atmosphere.
Sam Jensen — Google review
I had the parmigiana and hubby had the fish and chips. Mine was ok but the cheese could have been cooked a bit, salad was a little bland. Was way too much onion. Hubby said the fish was bland as well, couldn’t get any veggies with it. Wouldn’t eat there again as was overpriced.
Vicki Kaddatz — Google review
LOT 13 Captain Cook Hwy, Ellis Beach QLD 4879, Australiahttp://www.ellisbeachbarandgrill.com.au/+61 7 4055 3534Ellis Beach Bar & Grill reservations

4L'Unico Trattoria Italiano

4.3
(2099)
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Italian restaurant
L'Unico Trattoria Italiano is a high-end Italian restaurant located on the beachfront of Trinity Beach in Far North Queensland. The restaurant offers stunning views of the ocean and delicious food made with fresh ingredients. The menu features a variety of Mediterranean-style dishes, including some of the best wood fired pizzas in FNQ!
Went here for some cocktails last night, had some amazing espresso Martinis (already had dinner booked elsewhere) food looked great so came back the next morning for breakfast, was absolutely superb, the staff were all great and friendly, and the view can't be beaten. Highly recommend this place breakfast lunch dinner or drinks! Awesome coffee too!
Bradd Kelly — Google review
Busy restaurant in a beautiful location at Trinity Beach right on the esplenade. Staff were very friendly, and attentive. Food was very nice. Was it the best Italian I've had, no(but maybe for others it was) but it was really tasty, YES! The price of food reflects the portion size of dishes, to which my photos do no justice. Portion sizes are quite large and will easily have some left over to take home. Definitely worth a trip to have food outside the city, with lovely water views, and the food and staff will not disappoint.
DJ O'Brien — Google review
Some very delicious Italian food, served perfectly across from Trinity Beach. Service was excellent, with staff coming up to our table to ask how the food was, and replacing drinks. The atmosphere here was thriving and very warm. I would recommend the Margerita Pizza.
Harry Black — Google review
We came in for breakfast after a walk on the beach and this was an amazing place to have it! The restaurant is right by the beach, so we had a beautiful sunrise view while we were eating. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and put a lot of care into the experience. A lot of care and effort goes into the food and it shows. We ordered the chili scrambled eggs and classic eggs benedict with smoked salmon, with orange juice and iced tea to drink. The food was presented beautifully and tasted amazing. The juice and iced tea were freshly made and refreshing as well. I can't recommend this place enough, and I'm really glad we stopped by!
Rio — Google review
Family holiday in Trinity Beach and we have used this restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner a few times. The food has been fantastic every time and the staff were wonderful. I'd highly recommend this restaurant. The Eye fillet steak was a particular favourite on their menu. Tiramisu also very lovely 😍
Russell Saunders — Google review
Lovely restaurant across from the Trinity Beach, indoor/outdoor seating on the deck. Staff were smiling and friendly, and didn't rush us to order or push us out the door once we'd finished eating. The food was amazing, very tasty and displayed nicely on the plate, only thing is it's very expensive compared to other Italian restaurants in Cairns.
Monica Wylie — Google review
Not bad but nothing special. Portions were on the small size for the price. Very nice view to look out on the beach. Might be better for drinks / dinner.
Charly Tseng — Google review
I'd probably rate it 3½ stars if it was available I went with 2 friends having heard & read good things about it I thought it was ordinary I ordered the eye fillet, cooked medium-rare. The meat itself was good but cooked to medium on the edges & "maybe" medium-rare in the centre. There was only one choice of jus, red wine, which was overpoweringly strong One friend had a pepperoni pizza which he didn't rate at all. He said the base was "flat" & had no flavour Another friend had carbonara which got a decent review Overall it was "just OK" and there are lots of other places I'd try before going back here
Ian Cairns — Google review
We were looking forward to having breakfast at L’Unico as it’s popular and a fantastic spot with big veranda overlooking the beach. We were quickly seated and put in our order. The waiters were efficient although it was very busy. Our coffee and food was a bit slow which was expected for such a busy morning. However the quality of both the coffee and food was not worth waiting 45 minutes for. My strong piccolo tasted very weak. It might have been a wrong order for single shot only but even the replacement with the right strength the flavours just didn’t hit the mark. We had the Duck Nuts Breakfast. It was a generous huge serving but: - the fried eggs didn’t have much flavours where for the last 6 days every cafe we have been to in Palm Cove have great tasting eggs. - the bacon needed more saltiness - the sausage were way too salty - the ciabatta also tasted bland - the hash brown was the best while the spinach and mushrooms tasted fine. All in all quite disappointing.
Maximillion L — Google review
Fabulous. Amazing food, friendly and attentive staff, wonderful location (overlooking the ocean). It's about a 20-minute drive north of Cairns. Bookings are recommended. If you haven't been, you must go.
Clayton Pascoe — Google review
The best pizza I’ve ever had 👌🏼 It was so good, we ate here twice in a row. Amazing view, warm and friendly service, outstanding food, toddler-approved, live music, cocktails… legit perfection.
Jo Hickman — Google review
We came here for breakfast and dinner on our start at Trinity beach. Breaky was delicious. I had the ham Benedict and my hubby had the haloumi and mushroom breakfast. Our daughter had the waffle with Mango sorbet and berries. Everything was very nice and nicely presented. Dinner was also amazing. I had the gnocchi Quatro (4 cheese sauce) and it was absolutely amazing!! Homemade gnocchi and the creamy sauce wasn't too overpowering and heavy. I will be coming back to have this again! My hubby had the Pollo chicken penne pasta. He said it was really tasty. Our daughter had the kids spaghetti Bolognese and it was really nice and she ate pretty much all of it. (Huge serve for a kids meal). Overall highly recommend to come for a visit here. Everything is really good. Service was ok. A few hit and misses with orders as for the dinner we were in a group of 30 which they had seperated the tables into 3 which is not really what we wanted. Also it's very hot and stuffy inside. It's Cairns it's humid in summer. I have no idea why they don't have aircon. Makes it very unpleasant to dine when you're sweating into your food. Don't know why they can't close off inside for aircon and still have outdoor seating for those who want the non existent breeze. Our drinks went warm in about 3 minutes. That's probably the only negative. I will still come back for the good though!
Trixie Bells — Google review
This place is amazing the food was great and the service was outstanding It was my birthday and they gave me a free drink and we're very accommodating to our table and we will be back
Corey Smart — Google review
What an amazing spot right across the road from the beach and the palm trees... a great spot to watch the world go by. Make sure you get a table on the deck to catch the gentle morning breeze. The service is good, coffee is very good and the breakfast food very good.
devec007 — Google review
Located right on the beach, this restaurant made the perfect pre beach lunch spot. Seating available inside and outside, with views of the ocean from many tables. We enjoyed this restaurant so much, we returned for lunch again later in the week. My husband and I both require gluten free meals, and there were entrees, mains and desserts that were available gluten free. The gluten free pizza bases were thin and crispy, just like we love them, and the gluten free garlic pizza was to die for! Both times I ordered the eye fillet, but the second time, I included the optional prawns. Highly recommend for coeliacs or those needing gluten free. Parking can be hard to find on the weekend, and we found parking easier when we returned during the week. Will definitely return here next time we are in FNQ.
Nadia Gledhill — Google review
Fantastic, authentic Italian cuisine in a great beachfront location.
Pete Ball — Google review
75 Vasey Esplanade, Trinity Beach QLD 4879, Australiahttp://www.lunico.com.au/+61 7 4057 8855

5Il Chiosco

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Italian restaurant
Il Chiosco is an Italian restaurant with a laid-back beach-shack atmosphere that may be misleading when it comes to the quality of their food. The pastas are exceptional, and they also offer delicious dishes like Sicilian rice balls and crab-and-zucchini fritters that are worth a try. This restaurant is highly recommended, not only for its fantastic staff but also for the outstanding food they serve.
Amazing dinner the staff was super friendly and very attentive and the food was absolutely delicious. Would definitely recommend best atmosphere and food in the area
Ella Quoi — Google review
This was the best breakfast I had the whole time I was in Australia!!!! Look at the view and the meal I cannot decide which is better! I went back the next night and dinner was almost as good. That breakfast was huge fresh fruit amazing french toast the bacon/ham splendid perfection on the eggs ...😎👌👍
Tanner Myers — Google review
Decided to try Italian again after honestly having a not so great experience in town. ll Chiosco made us soooo happy. The place was super busy but the lovely waitress still came over with a smile and found somewhere for us to eat. We decided to try a mix of appetizers, pasta and pizza.. wow. Calamari cooked too perfection, pasta yummy and hearty and the pizza gosh. So much truffle. Please give this place support. They deserve it!
Ryan — Google review
We have been coming to Trinity Beach for a few years now but this has been the first time we have tried Il Chiosco and I can’t believe we waited so long! Breakfast is fabulous with a great variety for everyone along with great coffee. Dinner was probably the best we have had in Trinity in all the years we have been coming. My son rated the pizza the best he’s ever had. Calamari and tortelloni Verdi were both incredible - even better than Italy! The view is incredible as you are directly opposite the beach. You really can’t ask for much more! Thanks guys for a fabulous meal - we will definitely be back!
Janiece Williams — Google review
We had dinner at Il Chilsco Thai week and it was great! I had the four cheese gnocchi and my partner had the seafood spaghetti. My gnocchi was beautifully soft and clearly handmade. The texture was incredible! Also worth nothing that the service was extremely friendly. They have an incredible position right on the beach, perfect for a romantic dinner.
Nicky Jurd — Google review
What a great Italian Restaurant... great staff and even better food! We visited a couple of times and the food was always without fault. The pizzas were great as were the gnocchi and you cant go past the tira mi su... a must try to finish the meal even if you have to share. The coffee is good and far better than some of the other restaurants in the area. This is a definite must try even if you need to drive out here... oh and you need to book as they usuall;y have a full house at the popular times.
devec007 — Google review
My partner and I wanted a nice little place to eat that was outside of Cairns CBD and was down to earth and honest. Drove to Trinity Beach, saw one pizza place on the corner of the esplanade, but it looked packed and full of pretentious people, so we drove down along the beach and came across Il Chiosco, decided this was the place. Really enjoyed the pizza and pasta we had and the service was very down to earth. View was wonderful, and indeed want to come back here if we ever find ourselves in Cairns again, well done guys!
Maikha Ly — Google review
We went with the relatives, they are locals and he is Italian so we had high hopes. The highlight was the antipasto platter which we all shared, the cold meats were amazing and the spiciness was just right, delicious olives and plenty for all. He had lamb chops which were pretty ordinary but I had the fish which was okay. They shared a pizza and salad, we should have followed their lead. The location is fabulous and parking was easy. There was no music which would have added to the atmosphere.
Jayne Manwarring — Google review
Cheery staff and a cool relief from the beach heat - calling itself a "kiosk" probably underplays the quality. We came back for a team brekkie with kiddies, which all enjoyed.
Ian McIlwraith — Google review
Really enjoyed our breakfast, juice and coffee. The staff were super attentive and friendly, and everything was brought out very quickly despite it being a busy Sunday morning. For those not used to the Cairns heat, although the restaurant is not air-conditioned there was a lovely ocean breeze with a view out over the beach.
Pete — Google review
I like the open beachy feel to this place with Italian influence. A slight mix up with our order but lovely food and great coffee. Fantastic outlook no matter the weather with the beach just across the way.
Kristelle Stayt — Google review
Excellent Italian Food - great atmosphere and supurb staff. Ate here last night (remember to book a number of people were turned away on a Monday night) excellent in every regard. We had the gnocci - lamb ragu and the Lasagne with a couple of glasses of Chardy, followed by a shared serving of tiramisu. Could not fault it.
Ian Kidston — Google review
Enjoyed a great afternoon here with friends. I ordered my favorite acai bowl and strawberry milk shake. It tasted really good! If you have time to come to Trinity Beach, I highly recommend everyone to try it!
KE BILL — Google review
Beautiful fresh meals, generous servings and warm, friendly service from Silvano and his crew. Right on the esplanade with a beautiful ocean breeze. We will definitely be back. 😊
Blaize Auburn — Google review
While staying on trinity Beach, we discovered this small Italian restaurant down on the far end of the walk, and we are sp glad we did. This restaurant is about as close to Italy as you can get! The costumer service was absolutely top notch, very friendly and welcoming, and very attentive. We ate dinner here one night and breakfast the other and both meals were out of this world! It was like being back in rome The pizza was so so good, along with the garlic bread. The eggs Benedict I had for breakfast has ruined any hope of me finding a better meal then that! I would fly to cairns if I could more jusy for it!! If you are in the area, this is 100% the place for you I'd you are wanting REAL Italian food.
Kayla — Google review
At 10:30 only 1 table left, had to wait for table to be cleaned before seated. OK, food, just ordered muffin, coffee and LLBitters. Muffin was fresh, coffee great and cool drink well made. Great location, clean and waitress very professional at her job. Park walk on the beach and refresh at II Chiosco! Trinity Beach.
MOSSIMO DOG — Google review
Amazing food and really lovely service. Highly recommend the French toast and an iced caramel latte (not pictured because I drank it too quickly)
Jessica Marsh — Google review
As we walked in, the waitress was extremely kind as she offered a whole load of options regarding halal foods. The chef, Ibra even customised some options to make it halal for us. When the food arrived it was nothing shorter than sublime! Ps: here's a before and after 😁
Abeer Albehaar — Google review
This is a cute little place overlooking the water. There is no air conditioning but the do have roof fans. The food was tasty. And service was friendly. It did take a while for the food to come out even though they had 4 people working in there. I wouldn't go back but I did enjoy the food.
Cindy — Google review
47 Vasey Esplanade, Trinity Beach QLD 4879, Australiahttp://ilchiosco.com.au/+61 7 4057 5775
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