A Touch Of Salt

A Touch Of Salt has a spacious indoor and outdoor area for warm summer nights and cosy evenings. The menu is contemporary and eclectic, and if you have a hard time choosing what to take then ask the knowledgeable waiter, who will gladly help you.

• Web:

  www.atouchofsalt.com.au

• E-mail:

  info@atouchofsalt.com.au

• Address:

  86-124 Ogden Street, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4724 4441

• Opening hours:

  Lunch: Fri 12pm–3pm; Dinner: Mon–Sun 5pm–late

Cactus Jack’s

Cactus Jack’s is a Mexican restaurant which offers mouth watering starters and juicy steaks to die for. Flavourful chicken wings and crispy potatoes are also on the menu. With its huge range of imported and local beers, Cactus Jack’s is the place to be.

• Web:

  www.cactusjacks.com.au

• E-mail:

  enquiries@cactusjacks.com.au

• Address:

  21 Palmer Street, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4721 1478

• Opening hours:

  Daily from 5pm

• More info:

  Second location in Cannon Park Shopping Centre, where they serve lunch on weekends

Gyo Japanese Tapas Bar Restaurant

GYO is a Japanese tapas restaurant with a menu that ranges from small courses, such as edamame beans, to big sushi platters. The menu is well selected and includes lunch, dinner and snack options. End your meal with the tempura ice-cream is a decadent delight.

• Web:

  www.gyojapaneserestaurant.com.au

• Address:

  Shop 2/48 Gregory Street, North Ward, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4771 5151

Jam Corner

Jam Corner is serves creative Modern Australian fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You are welcome to try their tasting menus served all day in a stylish setting. Seasonal fruits, seafood and meat options are all included in the menu. The outdoor seating allows you to enjoy the beautiful view over the river and city skyline.

• Web:

  www.jamcorner.com.au

• E-mail:

  info@jamcorner.com.au

• Address:

  1 Palmer Street, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4721 4900

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat noon–2pm / 5:30pm–late, Mon & Sun closed

Masala Indian Cuisine

Everything you expect from a good Indian restaurant can be found here. The atmosphere is low-key restaurant and the wood-accented interior creates a cozy mood. Good ambience and good place for family or friend gathering.

• Web:

  www.masalaindian.com.au

• E-mail:

  masalaindian@hotmail.com

• Address:

  79 Palmer Street, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4721 3388

• Opening hours:

  Dinner: daily 5pm–late; Lunch: Friday noon–2pm

Rambutan

Located in the resort of the same name, Rambutan's restaurant offers a wide range of selected Mediterranean flavours and World cuisine. The rooftop setting offers plenty of seating available, and you have the privilege of enjoying the spectacular views of the Ross River and Flinders Street restaurant and nightlife precinct.

• Web:

  www.rambutantownsville.com.au

• E-mail:

  enquiries@rambutantownsville.com

• Address:

  113-119 Flinders St, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4771 6915

• Opening hours:

  Rooftop: Sun–Thu noon–10pm, Fri–Sat noon–midnight

Centenary Hotel

Located away from the main tourist haunts is the Centenary Hotel, popular among locals for its food and drinks, as well as its great outdoor play area for kids. You will find an extensive menu, which includes varied food selections, such as Thai beef salad, lasagna and steak.

• Address:

  35 French St, Pimlico, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4779 2575

Flynns Irish Bar

An Irish pub that tends to get loud, especially when big games are broadcast or live music performances are on — there is usually one of those every night. You can show off your skills at Irish pool, and for the brave ones, there is also a weekly karaoke night.

• Address:

  101 Flinders St, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4721 1655

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 5pm–3am

Heritage Exchange

Heritage Exchange is a trendy bar which is very popular among locals, and it is ideal for late-nighters. The party here starts in the late afternoon and it continues all night long. The good food, the great drinks and the nice music promise a high quality experience.

• Web:

  www.theheritagetownsville.com

• E-mail:

  heritagebarandgrill@bigpond.com

• Address:

  151 Flinders St, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4724 1374

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Thu 5pm–late, Fri 4pm–3am, Sat 5pm–3am, Sun & Mon closed (Sun open if Mon is a public holiday)

Hooch and Fellow

Hooch & Fellow is trendy bar where you can find a wonderful selection of drinks. Brilliant drinks made right with no fruit juice in sight. The guys care about the ingredients and how it is made. Indulge in the cosy and intimate atmosphere with an elegantly served cocktail.

• E-mail:

  hoochandfellow@outlook.com

• Address:

  181 Flinders St, Townsville City

• Phone:

  +61 7 4721 0225

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Sat 6pm–midnight, Sun 7pm–midnight, Mon & Tue closed

Seaview Hotel

With its spotless reputation and both casual indoor and outdoor seating areas wood tables and potted plants, this reputable hotel bar is a favourite weekend spot. Their menu includes seafood dishes, but also wood-fired pizza and hearty pub grub.

• Web:

  www.seaviewhotel.com.au

• Address:

  56 the Strand, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4771 5005

Shaw & Co

Shaw & Co is a place which exudes charm and warmth. The best way to appreciate this hidden gem is to visit it when you are really hungry for lunch or dinner. You can choose from among a variety of snacks, salads, sandwiches, chicken wings and some delicious fruity cocktails.

• Web:

  www.shawandco.com.au

• E-mail:

  info@shawandco.com.au

• Address:

  383 Flinders Street, Townsville City

• Phone:

  +61 7 4721 0585

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun from noon

Barefoot Art Food Wine

Good food, great art, fine wine. The owners of Barefoot merged their passions for dining and all things artistic to create a wonderful cultural mix. Located on the beachfront on Horseshoe Bay, there’s also a well-stocked art gallery for diners to peruse at their leisure.

• Web:

  www.barefootartfoodwine.com.au

• E-mail:

  barefootartfoodwine@hotmail.com

• Address:

  5 Pacific Drive, Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island

• Phone:

  +61 7 4758 1170

• Opening hours:

  Thu–Mon 11:30am–3pm / 5:30pm–9pm, Tue & Wed closed

Born Wild Wholefoods + Espresso

Drop by Born Wild Wholefoods + Espresso and get a reviving smoothie for a more energized morning. For all who want to start their day with coffee, check out the menu and find your perfect coffee match. The cafe also serves freshly cooked food, as avocado on toast, chicken schnitzel and lamb, and the good quality ingredients highlight every dish.

• E-mail:

  kymbo@bornwildwholefoods.com.au

• Address:

  373-383 Flinders St, Townsville City

• Phone:

  +61 7 4771 4045

• Opening hours:

  Daily 7am–2pm

C Bar

C Bar built its reputation on quality service, great coffee and food, including varied international flavours, and prime waterfront location. The two C Bars occupy a prime space in the Twin Cities. Relish the spectacular views from the bar all day long.

• Web:

  www.cbar.com.au

• E-mail:

  strand@cbar.com.au

• Address:

  The Strand, Gregory Street Headland, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4724 0333

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed 6am–3pm, Thu–Sat 6am–3pm / 5:30–late, Sun 6am–late

• More info:

  Sunday Happy Hour 3pm–7pm

Coffee Dominion

Dominion is a cute boutique coffee roaster serving espresso drinks and fragrant pastries in a simple cafe with outdoor seating. The variety of espresso coffee blends, filter and plunder coffee, as well as decaffeinated coffee guarantees that every single whim of yours will be satisfied by the skilled baristas.

• Web:

  www.coffeedominion.com.au

• E-mail:

  roaster@coffeedominion.com.au

• Address:

  Corner Ogden & Stokes Streets, Townsville City

• Phone:

  +61 7 3877 8784

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 6am–2pm, Sat & Sun 6am–noon

Hervey’s Range Heritage Tea Rooms

If cups of tea are your cup of tea you can always head out to the Heritage Tea Rooms — a fully restored Cobb & Co era building offering the great Aussie cuppa. The Heritage Tea Rooms offer a great taste of historical Australiana combined with the great tastes of traditional Australian fare.

• Web:

  www.heritagetearooms.com.au

• E-mail:

  scones@heritagetearooms.com.au

• Address:

  Lot 6 Thornton’s Gap Road, Hervey’s Range Road, Townsville

• Phone:

  +61 7 4778 0199

• More info:

  Bookings are essential

Hoi Polloi Cafe

Contrary to what its name suggests, Hoi Polloi Cafe stands out of the crowd. The concept of being is quite non-standard character-full. Drop in and you might just catch a nonchalant Jazz jam, cute latte art, and orange dinosaur, and definitely lots of wall and street art.

• Web:

  restaurantwebx.com/HoiPolloi

• E-mail:

  thehoipolloicafe@gmail.com

• Address:

  LOT 2 Flinders St, Townsville City

• Phone:

  +61 432 025 129

• Opening hours:

  Sun–Thu 7am–1pm, Fri 7am–11pm, Sat 7am–1pm / 5pm–11pm