Where to Eat & Drink on Magnetic Island

Ottos on the Island

Otto’s on the Island is Magnetic Island’s version of the popular Otto’s Market.
With a little German flare enjoy delicious treats, deli delights and great coffee.

Smugglers Wine Bar

Family owned and run, Smugglers Wine Bar wants to bring fine wine to a casual, relaxed setting where you can sit and enjoy good drop with friends on one of the most amazing islands in Australia.

Drop Bear Cafe

Drop Bear Cafe in Arcadia is open daily for breakfast, lunch, or if you prefer just a coffee and a snack! With friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, and covered seating area visit Drop Bear today.

Ceylon Curry Corner

Enjoy delicious, authentic Sri Lankan Curry made fresh to order at the Ceylon Curry Corner! Located at the Old Helipad in Nelly Bay on Friday-Monday nights, let Nate and Himali share their amazing food and culture with you!

Saltwater Magnetic Island

Saltwater Magnetic Island offers modern Australian fusion cuisine, focusing on seafood and quality poultry. Open for dinner Wednesday – Sunday, their food features fine dining dishes in a smart casual dining culture.

Gilligan’s Cafe & Bar

Gilligan’s Cafe & Bar serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, coffees, smoothies and cocktails from a comfortable location in Arcadia.

Stage Door Theatre Restaurant

Stage Door Theatre Restaurant is the most unique entertainment venue in North Queensland and the ‘Greatest Little Show on Earth’.

Fruits N Scoops

Fruits N Scoops serves delicious gelato, waffles, crepes, juices, smoothies, coffee and more! The gelato is made fresh as you watch the Italian machine spin it smooth, as tastes like it does in Rome.

Boardwalk Restaurant & Bar

The Boardwalk Restaurant & Bar has a deliciously vibrant tropical menu and fine wine selection. The Boardwalk Bar & Atrium has comfy lounge suites where you can enjoy a cooling tropical cocktail or snack.

The Coffee Kart

Fruits N Scoops serves delicious gelato, waffles, crepes, juices, smoothies, coffee and more! The gelato is made fresh as you watch the Italian machine spin it smooth, as tastes like it does in Rome.

The Reef Bar Cafe

Little Italy is in the Picnic Bay Mall with The Reef Bar Cafe serving authentic Italian coffee during the morning, and irresistible Tapas at night!

The Early Bird Cafe

The Early Bird is a quirky little cafe overlooking the stunning Horseshoe Bay and is located to the left of the main tourist strip. The food is fresh with a seasonal menu using the best locally sourced produce available and rustically prepared and appreciated by many food lovers!

The Bikini Tree Cafe

Located within the Arcadia Village Hotel complex, The Bikini Tree Cafe offers tasty modern food, stone fire pizzas and great coffee. The outdoor dining is set under lush green mango trees on an open spacious deck. Breakfast & Lunch menus are available, with Pizza available in the evenings until closing

Tamarind Magnetic Island

The Tamarind is a tea house and coffee shop hidden under the shade of the large Tamarind trees in Arcadia. Enjoy a delicious treat while viewing the local art that is on display.

SOS – Stuffed on Seafood

SOS – Stuffed on Seafood sells delicious fresh seafood, as well as the traditional fish and chips. Check out the daily Captain’s Specials to try something new. Dine in and take away is available. Make sure you order your Christmas and Easter seafood early!

Thai Again

Thai Again serves authentic Thai cuisine 100% fresh and made to order. The menu caters to a range of dietary requirements with vegan, vegetarian and gluten free meals available. Guests can enjoy indoor dining in air conditioned comfort, or outdoor dining in a cool garden setting. Take away is also available.

Cafe Nourish

Cafe Nourish is a place to unwind, watch the beach and indulge in freshly prepared gourmet delights with outdoor dining at a waterfront location.

Breakfast with the Koala’s – Bush Tucker Brunch

Bush tucker is Australian terminology for the huge variety of herbs, spices, fruits, flowers and animals that are native to Australia.

Scallywags Cafe

Scallywags Cafe is a fresh food pop-up cafe in the heart of Nelly Bay and is serving up delicious healthy meals and fair trade coffees in a fun filled, family friendly atmosphere with a theatrical pirate crew.

Noodies on the beach

See the sun set over Horseshoe Bay with a cocktail or margarita at Noodies! Buy a jug and you can enjoy it while wearing a free sombrero!

Man Friday

Man Friday is a Tex-Mex restaurant located in the heart of Nelly Bay. Dining is in a tropical garden setting, with Mexican and International cuisine as well as steak and seafood on the menu. Take away is available most nights.

Adele’s Cafe

Adele’s Cafe has delicious gelato, coffee and treats available for eat in or takeaway.

Mamma Roma

Little Italy is in the Picnic Bay Mall with Mamma Roma servicing delicious authentic Italian Pizza, Pasta, and more!

Brasserie & Take Away @ Nelly from Restaurant Le Paradis

With patisseries, homemade gourmet pies, burgers, pizzas, and daily specials you can dine in or take away with home delivery also available for an additional fee.

Arcadia Village Hotel

Arcadia Village Hotel is located in the heart of Arcadia, just opposite Alma Bay with incredible views over Geoffrey Bay.

Horseshoe Bay Fish and Chips

Enjoy delicious fish and chips on Horseshoe Bay beach from Horseshoe Bay Fish and Chips!

R&R Bar and Restaurant

The R&R Bar and Restaurant is a stone’s throw away from the historic Picnic Bay Jetty and offers uninterrupted panoramic views of the Coral Sea and Townsville coastline.

Sandi’s on Magnetic Island

Sandi’s is located on the beachfront in Horseshoe Bay and is well known for fresh seafood, premium steaks, and German specialties.

Marlin Bar Tavern

Relax and unwind at The Marlin Bar Tavern on the beachfront at Horseshoe Bay. Take in the spectacular view as you feel all your cares slip away. Why not indulge in an exotic cocktail while gazing at the glorious sunsets reflected on the Coral Sea? You are on a tropical island, after all!

Up the Garden Path

Open for dinner, Up the Garden Path at Amaroo on Mandalay offers a family friendly casual dining experience.