Breakwater Bar and Restaurant

With blackboard daily specials, Mackay Yacht Club offers value for the money. The menu offers a great variation of seafood, salads, steak and other treats.

• Web:

  www.breakwaterrestaurant.com.au

• Address:

  9 Southern Breakwater Road, Mackay Harbour

• Phone:

  +61 7 4955 4950

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Thu 9am–9pm, Fri 9am–10pm, Sat 8:30am–10pm, Sun 8:30am–9pm, Mon–Tue closed

Eimeo Pacific Hotel

Set on a cliff overlooking the beach and the Coral Sea, this hotel not only rewards you with amazing views but also with some tasty pub food, including burgers and fish and chips. Check the hotel's Facebook page for upcoming live music events.

• Web:

  www.eimeohotel.com.au

• Address:

  1 Mango Avenue, Eimeo

• Phone:

  +61 7 4954 6106

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10am–8pm

Galleons Restaurant

Galleons offers a dining experience in a setting like no other: seated in a warmly lit dining hall overlooking a tropical-looking naturalistic pool with a small waterfall, you will be served some of the best seafood dishes on town.

• Web:

  www.oceaninternational.com.au

• E-mail:

  admin@oceaninternational.com.au

• Address:

  1 Bridge Road, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4957 2044

• Opening hours:

  Always open

• More info:

  Located in Ocean International Hotel

Latitude 21

Lattitude 21 is a sophisticated and stylish restaurant located at Mantra Mackay Marina. Here you will find nice Australian cuisine with a great selection of wine.

• Web:

  mackayaccommodation.com.au/restaurant

• Address:

  Mulherin Drive, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4955 9400

• Opening hours:

  A la carte dinner Tue–Sat from 5.30 pm

Lighthouse Seafood Mackay

Lighthouse Seafood Restaurant serves lovely seafood dishes. As the restaurant's name suggests, it is located at Mackay Harbour, right beside its white beacon. It is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

• Address:

  1 Mulherin Drive, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4955 5699

• Opening hours:

  Daily 7am–7:30pm

• More info:

  Mackay Harbour

Haunt Mackay

Haunt is Mackay's only permanent dinner theatre! Enjoy a fun, humorous, at times frightening and titillating show every Friday and Saturday night. The ever changing buffet menu will keep you satisfied, too.

• Web:

  www.hauntmackay.com.au

• E-mail:

  info@hauntmackay.com.au

• Address:

  39 Victoria St, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 448 564 262

Langfords Hotel

Since 1908, Langfords Hotel is the home of great food, great company and refreshing cold beer. Live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with no cover charge. This genuinely welcoming pub and hotel is always full of dedicated friendly locals. Come in for a chat or a game of pool and see why it's so popular.

• Address:

  40 Tennyson St, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4953 1864

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10am–midnight. Kitchen: Tue–Sat 11:30–2pm / 6pm–8pm

Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre (MECC)

Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre (MECC) is an outstanding venue hosting high profile Australian and international entertainers. Check the schedule to see what's on while you're in town.

• Web:

  www.themecc.com.au

• Address:

  258 Alfred Street, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4961 9777

• Opening hours:

  Box Office: Mon–Fri 9am–4:30pm, Sat 10am–1pm

THE DISPENSARY

THE DISPENSARY is a cafe, restaurant, and bar all in one. It features the city's largest wine and whisky collection, as well as a wide selection of beers and cocktails. With several charming and modern ambiances to choose from and a menu that goes from breakfast to dinner, you surely do not want to miss out on this place.

• Web:

  thedispensarymackay.com.au

• Address:

  84 Wood Street, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4951 3546

• Opening hours:

  Bar: Fri–Sat 4pm–midnight

The Gallery Lounge and Bar

The Gallery Lounge and Bar offers great atmosphere for a casual experience up town. The centrepiece of the venue is the fully stocker bar with backlit bottles, staffed by the most tender and attentive bartenders. Make. sure to check their Facebook page for special offers and events.

• Address:

  83 Victoria Street, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 432 244 717

• More info:

  This bar does its best to make sure that people of all ages feel welcome.

Botanical Gardens Cafe

Dine in the tropical gardens and sample superb culinary delights such as native bush foods. All guests remark on the relaxing atmosphere and serene views of the nature from the shady al fresco deck.

• Web:

  www.mackayregionalbotanicgardens.com.au/cafe

• E-mail:

  lagoonscafe@optusnet.com.au

• Address:

  9 Lagoon Street, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4952 6930

• Opening hours:

  Tue 9am–1pm, Wed–Fri 9am–2pm, Sat & Sun 8am–2pm, Mon closed

Cool Mango Salad Bar

Cool Mango Salad Bar is a popular lunch spot offering a variety of healthy and fresh food, including gluten- and dairy-free options. Their baked goods are delicious and home-made, the sandwiches are made to order with fresh ingredients and the service is friendly. Cool Mango is popular with local workers on their lunch break — a true mark of excellence.

• Address:

  1/73 Victoria Street, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4957 2837

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7:30am–2:30pm

Foodspace

In case you drop by the Artspace in Mackay, go to the Foodspace to refuel. The menu features burgers, sandwiches, and wraps as well as breakfast menu.

• Web:

  www.artspacemackay.com.au/eat,_drink_and_shop/foodspace

• E-mail:

  artspace@mackay.qld.gov.au

• Address:

  61 Gordon Street, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4961 9719

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Frid 8am–2pm

Oscars Cafe & Bar

Located right in the city heart at the Post Office Square, Oscars is another popular cafe dishing up classic breakfast, lunch and brunch options with a nice homey feel to them.

• Web:

  oscarscafe.com.au

• Address:

  69 Sydney St, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 7 4944 0173

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 6:30am–3pm, Sat & Sun 7am–3pm

Woodman's Axe Espresso

This hip cafe is a locals' favorite and can get a bit crowded at lunchtime, but fear not, for the food is definitely worth the tiny wait. This little cafe with an outdoor dining area serves amazing coffee and has tasty vegan (but not only vegan!) food. Try their delicious Lemon Tart with a hot chocolate. Guest always mention the very generously sized cups.

• Web:

  www.woodmansaxe.com

• E-mail:

  info@woodmansaxe.com

• Address:

  47 Gordon St, Mackay

• Phone:

  +61 437 773 776

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Fri 5:30am–2:30pm, Sat 6am–1pm