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RESTAURANT • CAFE • TAKEAWAY

After a day of shopping, a late night movie or to catch up with friends...

enjoy a tasty meal or coffee in a relaxed atmosphere.

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A partnership with Townsville Enterprise will ensure your business is supported by strategic targeting, lobbying

and activities that attract investment, visitors and business events to the Region.

Phone: 4726 2728Email: [email protected] The Strand, Townsville

"Where do you want to head out for dinner tonight?" - a question that generally ends up in us eating at the 'usual', which isn't a bad thing. It actually gave us the idea to search for new places to eat in Townsville.

Being a young family left us wondering where all the family friendly restaurants/cafes were - this was the spark of an idea which is now Townsville's first ever guide dedicated to it's restaurants and cafes.

Our dining guide gives you a basic breakdown on the facilities establishments have on offer - meals under $10, family friendly, and cash only to name a few. We also have a great promotion running, our 2 for 1 coffee offer thanks to the support of Millie J, Clint Bradley's and Lukabean.

We hope you enjoy our first issue, and more importantly the great food and service Townsville has to offer - we are indeed spoilt for choice.

In Focus 08 + 12Events 16Social Snaps 18 Review 22Make It (Recipes) 25Dining Guide 26Maps 31 + 34Directory 32

good food guide townsvillePUBLISHER Jared & Marie ErkerEDITOR Marie ErkerSALES Jared ErkerDESIGN Red LeafPHOTOGRAPHY White Rabbit PhotographyPRINTER GEON Print

7 Ashwood Grove Townsville Qld 4818PHONE 07 4751 6481EMAIL [email protected]

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23 Palmer Street Townsville | RESERVATIONS: 4726 5265

Live Jazz every Friday night

Re-acquaint yourself with anold friend.


in focus.

No longer one of Townsville’s secrets, Jupiters’ fine dining restaurant Essence offers an intimate dining experience with a contemporary and delicious menu.

Located beside Aqua restaurant, Essence offers diners an exceptional seasonally driven a la carte menu - best described as contemporary and delicious. The menu is revised each season, providing diners with a continually evolving and mouth-watering choice to tempt any palate.

The ambience in Essence is unlike any other in Townsville. On arrival you are greeted with an intimate, warm restaurant with chocolate hues and soft lighting, and the exclusiveness of a seating capacity of 40.

The service at Essence is truly five-star. From the very start of your dining experience you will be greeted by the experienced service attendants, chairs pulled out, linen napkins laid and complimentary hot bread with truffle inspired cafe de Parisian butter. The exceptional service continues throughout the night with a dedicated waiter attending to your dining needs.

With a mouth-watering menu, a great wine list and exceptional service, you may be assuming that it all comes with a big price tag. The menu at Essence is more than affordable with entrees starting from $13.50, main courses from $33, and desserts just $13.

Essence is open for dinner 7 days a week from 6pm and bookings are essential.

experience essence at jupiters.From mouth-watering seafood to delicious desserts, freshly made salads and an unlimited supply of soft drink - it’s no wonder Aqua restaurant at Jupiters is fast becoming Townsville’s favourite all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant.

Open daily for breakfast as well as dinner, Aqua provides a high-quality casual dining experience for all lovers of food from children to adults alike.

On the breakfast menu you will find traditional items such as bacon, sausages, grilled tomatoes, eggs Benedict, pastries and a range of fresh and dried fruits and cereal, while the dinner buffet ensures that guests are spoilt for choice with options such as fresh succulent prawns, mussels and fish and a wide range of salads and breads.

The family-focused restaurant also proudly caters for children of all ages, offering kids their very own dedicated section of the buffet featuring all their favourites from chicken nuggets and chips to spaghetti bolognaise and fish fingers.

The restaurant also features special dining promotions throughout the year including Father’s Day lunch, Christmas Day breakfast, lunch and dinner and the increasingly popular Seafood Spectacular. In fact, the next Seafood Spectacular date has been announced and will be held on Saturday 30 June so be sure to book your spot today!

townsville’s favourite buffet.

EssenceJupiters Townsville, Sir Leslie Thiess DriveReservations: 4722 2261

AquaJupiters Townsville, Sir Leslie Thiess DriveReservations: 4722 2261


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ph. 4724 4441metro quays86 ogden streettownsville

atouchofsalt.com.au


in focus.

Whatever the special occasion, A Touch of Salt will leave a lasting impression on those who count the most. The restaurant has established a name for hosting some of Townsville’s best and most exclusive events.

Overlooking a scenic stretch of Ross Creek in Townsville’s city heart, A Touch of Salt blends an ever-evolving fine-dining menu with an extensive wine cellar and an uncompromised approach to service.

Best of all, you can choose to dine in the comfort of the contemporary restaurant, behind the curtain of the private Degustation Room or out under the stars on the balcony.

The Degustation Room is reserved for those who want to make big and long-lasting impressions. Be it an important business lunch or a milestone celebration, an afternoon or evening spent in this room will leave guests with a feeling of appreciation and satisfaction.

Hidden behind a curtain of secrecy, the Degustation Room provides an intimate setting to enjoy multiple-course meals paired with a huge selection of wines and beers, all served by a personal waiter.

Boasting warm and inviting tones, A Touch of Salt is perfect for a range of events, including wedding receptions, cocktail functions and sit-down dinner parties.

a lasting impression.Warm, homely and intimate, The Saltcellar is the perfect setting to indulge one of Townsville’s largest wine cellars, boasting nearly 200 bottles from vintage labels to local and international favourites.

Whether you sit down for a glass of wine with friends or settle in for a fine dining experience with loved ones, every visit to The Saltcellar will leave you wanting more.

You could be a wine connoisseur or first-timer, the team will help you pair the perfect drop with your next meal.

Gourmet food, fine wines and boutique beers, combined with first-class service and facilities. The Saltcellar has all the ingredients to make your next event one to remember.

The Cellar Room, Saltcellar’s private dining experience has people wanting to know what’s happening behind it’s doors. Enjoying privacy from the restaurant, The Cellar Room boasts a fully stocked bar and cellar as well as private waiters and a large-screen TV.

You can hold a presentation to impress clients over lunch or spoil your guests to a degustation dinner. Either way, what happens in The Salt Cellar Room stays in The Salt Cellar Room.

palmer street’s premier wine bar.saltcellarTHE

A Touch of SaltMetro Quays, Ogden Street TownsvilleReservations: 4724 4441

The Saltcellar 13 Palmer Street, South TownsvilleReservations: 4724 5866


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ph. 4724 586613 palmer streettownsville

thesaltcellar.com.au


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chefs in the north26th July 2012

Fine food, fine music and a lyrical tropical setting - it's no wonder that over the years Chefs in the North has become one of the most popular events in the Townsville social calendar.

Held on the night before the Opening of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, this seventh Chefs in the North dinner will showcase North Queensland's outstanding local produce accompanied by the best Australian wines in a superb degustation menu prepared by some of Australia's finest chefs.

Set on the lawns of Jupiters Casino overlooking Magnetic island, chamber music performances programmed by Piers Lane and performed by Festival guest artists will complete an unforgettable night under the stars.

Individual seats: $275 | Tables of ten: $2,650For bookings please contact the TicketShop: 4727 9797

www.afcm.com.au

Cultural Fest is a five day celebration of performance, arts and food in tropical North Queensland. Join them to experience the spirit and passion of hundreds of artists, dancers and singers. Located on Townsville's stunning beachfront, visitors can enjoy non-stop dynamic performances, shop at over 70 craft stalls and enjoy food from around the globe.

Experience Townsville’s best and widest variety of culinary fare. From Asian delights to French crepes, Indian curries, delicious Greek honey puffs, German sausages, Spanish paella, traditional indigenous dishes to Middle Eastern cuisine and Thai curries. There’s so much variety you can visit Cultural Fest on all five days and never eat the same thing twice.

www.culturalfest.org

cultural fest15th - 19th August 2012

Celebrating Aboriginal food, music and art.

Its on again, this year ten or more teams will battle it out in a competition to cook the most succulent and tastiest pork, beef, lamb and vegetables underground.

The festival is limited to 2000 people so book early to avoid missing out on a historic occasion not to mention a fantastic experience.

www.mungallaaboriginaltours.com.au

mungalla "kup murri" cook off festival3rd - 4th August 2012

Indulge the senses, relax, taste, wander and unwind as you discover an array of sumptuous and flavoursome organic fruits and vegetables, gourmet condiments and exquisite fruity jams.

www.nqfarmersmarkets.com.au

nq farmers market - north shoreCommencing 23rd JuneEvery 2nd + 4th Sunday each month from 6am


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Refl ections Tea Roomconnect . reflect . celebrate

Take time for tea, catch your breath and plan your day. From a sweet treat to full High Tea

and 100 quality loose leaf teas you will be spoilt with choice.

Serving Daily Luncheons | High Tea

Devonshire Teas | Tea Time Treats

Monday - Sunday 9am - 4pm269 Flinders Street, Townsville | 4721 2311

www.absolutetea.com.au

café bambini.Gregory Street, North Ward

Chris, Stacey + Charlotte Don, Pat + Sylvia

Lyn + Grace Nathan, Dylan + Amanda


Domain Central Duckworth St GarbuttNext to Freedom

Open 7 Days from 7.30am| Phone 4779 1355

Cherie, Maddison + Domonic

clint bradley's.Domain Central, Garbutt

Debbie + Adrian

Liz, Steve + Malakai

John + Elise

Danielle, David, Kelvin, Lily, Luke + Alex

gregory's bitesGregory Street, North Ward


social snaps.mother's day breakfast @ lukabean.Cannon Park, Thuringowa Central

Andy + Kate

Clockwise from left: Riley, Paul, Julie, David, Lucy, Matthew, Estella, Wendy + Josie

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One of the biggest trends in cooking in recent years has been molecular gastronomy, and with the help of celebrity chefs like Heston Blumenthal and Marcel Vigneron it has gained popularity amongst diners looking for a special dining experience. Some ingenious bartenders out there have adapted this scientific approach to ingredients for use in the bar.

At the Heritage Bar I pride myself on having the largest product range of any bar in Townsville and having access to some very cool stuff. So just like with food I can create all sorts of alcoholic foams, gels, caviars and encapsulations to enhance your drinking experience.

The Florentine Fog is a new drink inspired by a recent trip to Melbourne. It blends slightly bitter citrus notes with a rich Italian blood cherry balanced with citrus and sugar. Then a flavour contrast of strawberry and vanilla mousse floating on top that is flash frozen with liquid nitrogen. This creates a new cocktail experience by having to eat through the mousse to get to the drink. I look forward to seeing you at The Heritage Bar.

the florentine fog.by Josh Agostino

drink.

The Florentine Fog/ 30ml lemon juice

/ 20ml sugar syrup

/ 30ml aperol

/ 15ml mandarin napoleon

/ 5ml opal rosso

top with strawberry vanilla mousse

freeze mouse with liquid nitrogen


review.

lukabean: not just a café.by Sarah Jane

Located at Cannon Park infront of Reading Cinemas sits a well known (to the locals in the area) establishment, Lukabean. Until recently it's been favoured as a place to get coffee and cake after a movie.

Under new management since late 2011, there have been a few noticeable changes. Not just to the coffee on offer or furnishings, but to the general atmosphere of the place. Lukabean has established itself as a family friendly restaurant, delivering friendly, professional service in a warm, comfortable environment.

You can't help but feel like you're meeting up with an old friend - an old friend with a new and exciting menu! A menu with top quality produce, superior coffee (Piazza D'oro Roma) and delicious homemade desserts.

There are a few firm favourites from the old menu that will still be on offer including the scrumptious Chocolate Chips and the Poffertjes. The Chocolate Chips are made of light chocolate tortillas served with Cadbury chocolate dip and cream. Poffertjes (if you are not familiar with them) are a traditional Dutch batter treat resembling small, fluffy pancakes. At Lukabean they can be served with maple syrup, caramel, berries, fruit salad and even Cadbury chocolate sauce. They are absolutely perfect as a breakfast treat with fruit salad - careful though as you may have to share with the little ones!

The restaurant is also great value and you may just find yourself driving out from the city to Cannon Park just to experience the delicious food at any time of day or night.


The food at Molly's is just as famous as the hotel itself and comes quite strongly recommended by the locals. The menu is complemented with daily specials, scrumptious desserts and quite a fine selection of upper-mid range wines.

Molly Malones Irish Pub signature Crumbed Steak meal will only cost you $7.50 on Tuesdays and for that price you get a massive serve of crumbed steak and chips smothered in tasty gravy, with a side of salad.

If you want to bring the kids, that's fine too as it's a good environment for family dining. I'd recommend that you get there early if you're bringing the little ones as it can get a bit loud as the night goes on.

Molly's (as the locals fondly refer) also has other great value meals, including a hearty Beef and Guinness pie, Irish stew, and Chicken Parmigiana. All in all a sensational line-up of traditional Irish fare.

molly's famous$7.50 crumbed steak.

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foodies for food lovers.by Sarah Jane

Amanda Lee is the brains behind the Townsville Foodies, a group that gets together twice a month for anything from brunch to dinner.

The group started after Amanda had been living in Townsville for a year and had trouble forming a social circle.

"When you're in your mid-30's, single, childless and don't play team sports, it's very difficult to make new friends. I wanted to try all of the fabulous restaurants here in Townsville, but had no one to go with." Amanda then had the idea to start her own social group, on the advice of a friend and after searching meetup groups in other cities, decided to call it Townsville Foodies.

Members range in age from mid-20s to 50s, and are singles or couples. There are currently 38 members in the group, and meetings usually average 10 people plus.

So if you're new to town or just looking for a social group to hang out with every now and then, join the Townsville Foodies.

Townsville Foodieswww.meetup.com/Townsville-Foodies-Meetup-Group Phone: Amanda on 0429 485 102


make it.

Ingredients (Serves 6)• 6 large bananas, peeled, halved lengthways• 30g butter, chopped• 2 tablespoons brown sugar• 1.25 litres of vanilla ice-cream• ¼ cup roasted salted peanuts, roughly chopped

Chocolate Sauce• 120g dark chocolate, chopped• 1/2 cup thickened cream

Method1. Preheat oven to 220°C / 200°C fan forced. Place bananas, cut side-up, in a 3cm deep 19cmx30cm baking tray. Place butter and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until melted and smooth. Pour over bananas. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, to make the sauce, place chocolate and cream in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring with a metal spoon, for 3 to 4 minutes or until melted and smooth.

3. Top banana mixture with scoops of ice-cream. Drizzle with chocolate sauce. Sprinkly with peanuts. Serve.

banana split bake.by Katrina Woodman

Ingredients (Makes 6)• 2 (about 500g) chicken breast fillets• 2 cups (320g) frozen vegetables• ½ x 30g packet spring vegetable soup mix• 1 tablespoon whole-egg mayonnaise• 1 tablespoon coarsely grated cheddar• 1 ½ sheets (25cm) reduced-fat puff pastryMixed salad leaves, to serve

Method1. Preheat oven to 200ºC. Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes each side or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside to cool slightly. Coarsely chop the chicken and place in a medium bowl.

2. Add the vegetables, soup mix, mayonnaise and cheddar to the chicken and stir until well combined.

3. Cut the pastry sheets into 12cm squares. Line six 8cm (base measurement) fluted tart tins with removable bases with the pastry, allowing the sides to overhang. Spoon the chicken mixture into the lined tins. Place on an oven tray. Bake for 30 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden. Serve with salad leaves.

open chicken pies.by Susie Burrell


a touch of salt.Metro Quays 86 Ogden Street, Townsville CBDReservations: 4724 4441 | www.atouchofsalt.com.au

Whatever the special occasion, A Touch of Salt will leave a lasting impression on those who count the most. Overlooking a scenic stretch of Ross Creek in Townsville’s city heart, A Touch of Salt blends an ever-evolving fine-dining menu with an extensive wine cellar and an uncompromised approach to service.

Breakfast: Sun 8am-12pm | Lunch: Fri from 12pm | Dinner: Tues-Sat from 6pm

café bambini.City Point, Sturt Street, Townsville CBDPhone: 4724 5188 | www.cafebambini.com.au

Bambini is a boutique café focusing on great coffee with efficient service. Enjoy delicious food and baked sweets from the ‘Bambini Bakery’ at our al fresco inner city location daily. Designed and catering for the true coffee conniseur, Café Bambini’s award winning coffee and food is renowned throughout Townsville.

Breakfast | Lunch: Mon-Fri 6am-4pm, Sat-Sun 6am-2pm

Average Meal Price: $7 - $19

aqua.Jupiters Townsville, Sir Leslie Thiess DriveReservations: 4722 2261 | www.jupiterstownsville.com.au

Enjoy a delicious buffet featuring everything from mouth-watering seafood to delectable desserts, freshly-made salads and an unlimited supply of soft dink, tea and coffee. It’s not wonder Aqua is fast becoming Townsville’s favourite family restaurant.

Breakfast: Mon-Fri 6.30am-10am, Sat 6.30am-10.30am, Sun 7am-11.30amDinner: From 5.30pm

dining guide.legend.

GREAT VALUE (under $10)

FAMILY FRIENDLY

INTIMATE DINING (couples)

GROUP BOOKINGS

BAR

BYO DRINKS

EFTPOS AVAILABLE

AMEX ACCEPTED

CASH ONLY

RESTROOMS AVAILABLE

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

CHANGE ROOM FACILITY


café bambini.Fairfi eld Central, Lakeside Drive, IdaliaPhone: 4729 1888 | www.cafebambini.com.au

Bambini is a boutique café focusing on great coffee with efficient service. Enjoy delicious food and baked sweets from the ‘Bambini Bakery’. Designed and catering for the true coffee conniseur, Café Bambini’s award winning coffee and food is renowned throughout Townsville.

Breakfast | Lunch: Mon/Sat/Sun 6am-4pm, Tues/Wed/Fri 6am-5pm


café bambini.James Cook University, James Cook Drive, DouglasPhone: 4755 2428 | www.cafebambini.com.au

Bambini provides a comfortable location to meet friends, catch up with study partners and conduct meetings in perfect surroundings on the deck overlooking the rainforest. Designed and catering for the true coffee conniseur, Café Bambini’s award winning coffee and food is renowned throughout Townsville.

Breakfast | Lunch: Mon-Fri 6am-4pm


café bambini.Gregory Street, North WardPhone: 4721 6266 | www.cafebambini.com.au

Bambini is a boutique café focusing on great coffee with efficient service. Enjoy delicious food and baked sweets from the ‘Bambini Bakery’ at our al fresco Gregory Street location daily. Designed and catering for the true coffee conniseur, Café Bambini’s award winning coffee and food is renowned throughout Townsville.

Breakfast | Lunch: 6am-4pm Daily


bento bento.Shop T107, 228-244 Riverside Boulevard, Douglas

The latest sensation in Japanese and Chinese cuisine is now open! From traditional Japanese noodle dishes through to Chinese inspired flavours there is something for everyone looking for a tasty, mouth watering meal. With a huge menu of more than 25 choices, from soup, noodle dishes, curries, beef, pock, chicken, seafood dishes, snacks and much more!

Lunch | Dinner: 11am - 9pm

Japanese + Chinese Cuisine

clint bradley’s café & cateringShop C 11a Domain Central, Duckworth Street, GarbuttPhone: 4779 1355 | Enquiries: [email protected]

A passion for good food and coffee are all prepared with love and served with pride. Piazzo Doro coffee pours daily along with a full a la carte menu and a large selection of quick takeaways, and sweet treats. Enquire about our catering options today.

Breakfast | Lunch: Mon-Fri 7.30am-5pm, Sat-Sun 7.30am-3pm



la porchetta.269 Charters Towers Road, MystertonReservations: 4728 6666 | www.laporchetta.com.au

Whether it’s a night out with family and friends or a special occasion we can cater your needs. Our new playground and kids area is great for parents and our Mini Chef Kids Parties. Invitations, pizza making and eating, drinks, and ice-cream cake all for $14.95 per head. The special guest will also receive their very own La Porchetta apron and kibby hat to keep!

Lunch: 11am-2.30pm | Dinner: 5pm till Late

Average Meal Price: $15 Pizza, Pasta, Steak, Seafood, Salads

Full Take Away Menu Available

longboard bar & grill.80 Gregory Street, The Strand (Gregory St Headland) North WardReservations: 4724 1234 | www.longboardbarandgrill.com

Longboard Bar & Grill is where the beer and bar come together to create the perfect restaurant. The cuisine is a reflection of great Australian fusion where the extensive menu offers something for everyone. For either a meal or just a casual drink the location at Longboard Bar & Grill Townsville is one of the best!

Lunch | Dinner: Mon-Fri 11.30am-Late, Sat-Sun 11am-Late

lukabean cafe restaurant.Shop 2 Cannon Park, Hervey Range Road, Thuringowa CentralReservations: 4723 6088 | www.lukabean.com.au

TUESDAY - Lasagne $10 SpecialWEDNESDAY - Shanks $10 SpecialTHURSDAY - Curry $10 SpecialSUNDAY - All Day Breakfast

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner: Mon 9am-3pm, Tues-Sat 9am-Late, Sun 8am-3pm

A La Carte

gelatissimo townsville.21 The Strand, TownsvilleReservations: 4721 1922 | www.gelatissimo.com.au

Tantalising displays of gelato made fresh daily, served on cones, cups, irresistable sundaes and more. Adding to the authentic Italian flavour and feel of the Gelatissimo experience is a tempting array of dolci (sweets) and freshly ground coffee.

Open: Mon-Fri 9am-10pm, Fri-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-10pm

essence.Jupiters Townsville, Sir Leslie Thiess DriveReservations: 4722 2261 | www.jupiterstownsville.com.au

No longer one of Townsville’s secrets, Jupiters’ fine dining restaurant Essence offers an intimate dining experience with a contemporary and delicious menu.

Dinner: 6pm Daily


millie j & co.Stockland North Shore, Burdell Phone: 4774 8298 | www.milliej.com.au

Millie J & Co is an upmarket cafe offering efficient, friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere making it the ideal place to catch up with family and friends any day of the week. Enjoy Two Seasons Coffee, Harneys & Sons fine teas, Sublime Gelato and a tantalising breakfast and lunch menu for a unique Townsville experience!



millie j & co.Flinders Square, Townsville CBDPhone: 4724 4028 | www.milliej.com.au

Millie J & Co is an upmarket cafe offering efficient, friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere making it the ideal place to catch up with family and friends any day of the week. Enjoy Two Seasons Coffee, Harneys & Sons fine teas, Sublime Gelato and a tantalising breakfast and lunch menu for a unique Townsville experience!



milk espresso.Parkhaven Building, 5 Bayswater Road, Hermit Parkwww.milkespresso.com.au

If you need a break or just a good old coffee fix, pop in and grab an espresso and a piece of cheesecake, or maybe a milkshake, ice coffee and a gourmet hot pastry from Milk Espresso. Catering is also available.



outback jacks.8 Palmer Street, South TownsvilleReservations: 4721 5225 | www.outbackjacks.com.au

Outback Jacks is a restaurant that offers relaxed casual dining with full bar facilities and the largest range of steaks on any menu in the world. You can choose your cut of meat from the display cabinet, walk through our chilled wine cellar, watch the chefs in action with the open kitchen or just sit back and relax.

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner: 6.30am - Late

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the saltcellar.13 Palmer Street, Townsville CBDReservations: 4724 5866| www.thesaltcellar.com.au

Warm, homely and intimate, The Saltcellar is the perfect setting to indulge one of Townsville’s largest wine cellars, boasting nearly 200 bottles from vintage labels to local and international favourites. Sit down for gourmet tapas with friends or settle in for a fine-dining experience with loved ones.

Open: Mon-Sat from 6pm

Tapas, Wine Bar, Dinner


southbank grill.23 Palmer Street, TownsvilleReservations: 4726 5265

Re-acquaint yourself with an old friend. Townsville’s cult favourite. Fine wine and superb service. Fresh local seafood and premium aged grain fed steaks from Australia’s premier growing regions.

Breakfast: 6.30am-10am 7 DaysLunch | Dinner: 4pm till late 7 Days

Average Meal Price: $32 (Mains) | Contemporary Grill

vale fish bar.270c Ross River Road, AitkenvaleReservations: 4725 5050

Not just a Fish and Chip shop! You can grab tasty coffee and milkshakes here, as well as burgers, sandwiches and salads. Come in and try our special home-made beef jerky too! Phone orders are welcome.

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner: Open 7 DaysMon-Thurs 9.30am-8pm, Fri 9.30am-9pm, Sat 12pm-2pm 5pm-9pm, Sun 12pm-2pm 5pm-8pm.

T.U.B.E {the ultimate burger experience}2/58 The Strand (Cnr Gregory St), North WardPhone: 4772 2856 | www.t-u-b-e.com.au

T.U.B.E’s aim is to deliver: Great tasting food, friendly customer service, and an enjoyable dining atmosphere. Located on the beautiful Townsville Strand close to the beach and waterpark, T.U.B.E is a great place for the whole family.

Breakfast: Sun 7.30am-11am (commencing June 2012)Lunch | Dinner: Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sun 11am-10pm

Average Meal Price: $20 | Bugers, Wraps, Salads

spin café.Jupiters Townsville, Sir Leslie Thiess Drivewww.jupiterstownsville.com.au

Adjacent to the Casino, if you’re after a tasty bite to eat in a casual, relaxed environ-ment, Spin Café offers a large variety of snacks, coffees, desserts and meals that are sure to please any appetite.

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner: 9am till late

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Let the people of Townsville know what you have to offer.

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1 Fresh 2/ 336 Flinders St...................................4771 6746A Touch of Salt 86 Ogden St...............................4724 4441Aalishan Indian 4/52 Gregory St North Ward.....4724 1166Absolute Tea 269 Flinders St..............................4721 2311Angelini Ristorante 1/12-18 Village Dr Idalia......4778 3700Anita's Restaurant 147-149 Stuart Dr Cluden.....4778 4555Annandale Fish & Snack Bar Shop 3 Annandale Village Yolanda Dr.........4728 2002Atoma Sushi Train Willows Shopping Centre.....................Aroi Bangkok 140 Charters Towers Rd..............4772 2145Aqua - Jupiters Casino Sir Leslie Thiess Dr.......4722 2261Bambini City Point Sturt St (Woolworths)............4724 5188Bambini 46 Gregory St North Ward....................4721 6266Bambini Fairfield Central Lakeside Dr Fairfield Waters.......................4729 1888Bambini James Cook University Douglas..........4755 2428Benny's Hot Wok 17 Palmer St...........................4724 3243Bento Bento Riverside Boulevard Douglas........4728 3115Betty Blue & the Lemon Tart 95 Denham St........4724 2554Bevs Tuckerbox 5/56 Abbot St Oonoonba.........4778 2111Bistro 1 30-32 Palmer St.....................................4771 6333Bite Attack Belrowes Place 47 Bundock St........4772 3727Blue Marlin Fish Bar 1 Forest Ave Kirwan...........4773 2072Bohle Burger Bar 938c Ingham Rd Bohle..........4774 5536Bountiful Thai 1/52 Gregory St North Ward........4771 5578Brothers Leagues Club Herveys Range Rd, Kirwan.........................4773 6699Cactus Jacks Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4723 7839Cactus Jacks 21 Palmer St................................4721 1478Cactus Saloon 237 Flinders St...........................4721 5705Café 888 Castletown Shopping Centre Hyde Park.....4772 0888Café Nova 2 Blackwood St.................................4772 7388Café Society Willows Shopping Centre, Kirwan...............4723 9044Capitol Regent Chinese Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4723 8039Capitol Regent Chinese 187 Flinders St.............4771 3838Capitol Regent Chinese 1/35 Palmer St.............4724 4855Cardillos Pizza & Pasta 32 Bamford Ln Kirwan..4773 1737Casa Lounge Bar & Restaurant 145 Flinders St............................................4771 2173Castletown Kebabs Castletown Shopping Centre Hyde Park.....4721 4661Cedar Lodge Motel 214 Nathan St Aitkenvale...4775 7800Celsius Restaurant - Mercure Woolcock St.......4759 4900Centenary Hotel 35 French St Pimlico................4779 2575Centro Noodle & Sushi Bar 6/72 Nathan St Vincent................................4728 4267Cherry Blossom Japanese Restaurant 6/290 Ross River Rd Aitkenvale..................4755 0066Chico Kafeh Flinders St North Town...................................Chico Kafeh Avenues Plaza Kirwan.................................... Chilli Jam MacArthur Dr Annandale...................4779 6847Chinese Tea House 5/198 Woolcock St Currajong.....................4779 9168Ciabatta 1/12 Village Dr Idalia...........................4778 3700City Life Café Urban Quarter Ogden St..............4724 5155Clint Bradley's Domain Central Duckworth St Garbutt........4779 1355Coffee Club 59-60 The Strand North Ward.........4724 3222Coffee Club Stockland Shopping Centre Aitkenvale......4725 3299Coffee Club Domain Central Garbutt.................4775 7623

Coffee Club Willows Shopping Centre Kirwan...4723 3014Coffee Club Castletown Shopping Centre Hyde Park.....4771 5744Coffee Dominion Cnr Ogden & Stokes St..........4724 0767Cotters on the Beach 1/6 Pacific Dr Horseshoe Bay......................4778 5500Cowboys League Club Flinders St....................4724 5888Cranbrook Chinese Takeaway 2 Cranbrook Plaza Ross River Rd...............4773 2826Cranbrook Seafood & Takeaway 1 Cranbrook Plaza Ross River Rd...............4723 1118Currajong Fish Bar 3/1 Hammett St Currajong...4728 8002Dalrymple Hotel 310 Bayswater Rd Garbutt......4779 6344Diamandz on Flinders........................................4772 6651Dynasty Chinese Seafood 228 Flinders St.........4772 7099Eden 10/12 Ross River Rd Mundingburra.........4728 8566El Monica's Takeaway 8/39 Hugh Ryan Dr Garbutt.........................4725 3260Essence - Jupiters Casino Sir Leslie Thiess Dr..4722 2261Fasta Pasta Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...4723 9133Fishermans Landing Marlin St Bushland Bch....4770 7227Fleming Street Snack Bar 4/31 Fleming St Aitkenvale..........................4775 2450Flynns 101 Flinders St........................................4721 1655Foccaccia's Fo' Coffee JCU Douglas................4725 2517Frank's Pizza Napoli 1-7 Ross River Rd.............4725 5181Frosty Mango Bruce Highway Mutarnee...........4770 8184Fulham Rd Fish Bar 5/120 Fulham Rd Gulliver..4779 5727Fusion 15 15 Allen St.........................................4771 3002Garden of Eating 11 Allen St..............................4772 2984Gelatissimo 21 The Strand North Ward.............4721 1922Get India 215 Flinders St....................................4771 3144Giardini Pizza & Pasta Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4755 1377Giuliani's Pizzeria 91 Bowen Rd Rosslea...........4755 2333Gloria Jean's Castletown Shopping Centre Hyde Park.....4771 3465Gloria Jean's Willows Shopping Centre Kirwan..4723 0255Gloria Jean's Stockland Shopping Centre Aitkenvale......4775 7632Gloria Jean's Domain Central Garbutt...............4725 0708Gloria Jean's The Precinct Fairfield Waters........4795 1201Golden Horse Chinese Takeaway 1/56 Abbot Rd Oonoonba...........................4778 2263Golflinks Fishbar 4/112 Golf Links Dr Kirwan.....4723 0555 Great Northern Hotel Flinders St........................4771 6191Gregory's Bites Café + Juice Bar 1-48 Gregory St North Ward.......................4772 0553Gregory's on Sturt 256 Sturt St...........................4772 1557Gyo Japanese Restaurant 2/48 Gregory St North Ward.......................4771 5151Harolds Seafood 5/58 The Strand North Ward..4724 1322Harolds Seafood Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4773 3833Heritage Bar 137 Flinders St..............................4771 2799Hermit Park Munchies 102c Charters Towers Rd Hermit Park.........4771 5975Herveys Range Heritage Tea Rooms Lot 6 Thorntons Gap Rd Alice River............4778 0199Hogs Breath Café Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4773 1555Hotel Allen Gregory St North Ward.....................4771 5656Ichiban Noodle Domain Central Garbutt............4779 5130Irish Finnegan's Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4723 7777

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Jaffabah 164 Stanley St.....................................4772 4421Jam Corner 1 Palmer St.....................................4721 4900 Jewel of India 215 Flinders St.............................4771 3144JFCs Fish Bar 9b/221-229 Ingham Rd Garbutt..4775 5568Jingo Ice Cream Café Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4755 4347JJs Gourmet Seafood & Takeaway 4/1-5 Riverside Blvd Douglas......................4728 4333Joy Thai Restaurant 9 Tavern St Kirwan.............4723 5521Juliette's The Strand North Ward........................4721 5577Katrina's Kitchen Domain Central Garbutt.........4779 6666Kd's Gourmet Café & Takeaway 39 Meenan St Garbutt.................................4779 2777Keane for Food 11/62 Keane St Currajong........4779 7515Kelso Chinese Takeaway 1/1463 Riverway Dr Kelso...........................4789 0925Kelso Fish & Snack Bar 1465 Ross River Rd Kelso...........................4789 1282Kirwan Tavern 154 Thuringowa Drive Kirwan.....4773 3366La Porchetta 269 Charters Towers Rd Mysterton.............4728 6666Leisure Inn Plaza Cnr Flinders & Stanley St.......4772 1888Longboard Bar & Grill 80 Gregory St North Ward...........................4724 1234Lukabean Cannon Park Thuringowa Central......4723 6088Mariams Thai 81 Bundock Belgian Gardens.....4774 2806Masala Indian Cuisine 79 Palmer St...................4721 3388Masala Indian Cuisine Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4723 4177Masala Indian Cuisine 302 Ross River Rd Aitkenvale.....................4728 8818Mega Malaysia Cannon Park Thuringowa Central...............4723 4358Metropole Restaurant 81 Palmer St...................4771 4285Mia Mia Café & Takeaway 89 Pilkington St Garbutt..............................4779 2973Michael Angelo's Pizza & Pasta 3/117 Bamford Lane Kirwan........................4755 1978Michels 7 Palmer St............................................4724 1460Millie J & Co 334b Flinders Square....................4724 4028Millie J & Co Stockland Northshore Main St Burdell........4774 8298Miss Sushi Domain Central Duckworth St.........4728 6877Miss Sushi Eyre St North Ward..........................4724 5009Miss Sushi Northtown Flinders St......................4772 4791Molly Malones Flinders St..................................4771 3428Mooney Street Fish Bar 74 Mooney St Gulliver..4779 2741Nando's Kirwan 4/109 Thuringowa Dr Kirwan ...4773 2628Newmarket Steakhouse 499 Flinders St............4721 1377Noodies on the Beach Horseshoe Bay..............4778 5786Noodle Box Cnr Charles & Thuringowa Dr Kirwan.........4755 4632Noodle Box 2/161 Hugh St Currajong..............4725 3310Ocean Palms Restaurant 70 Livistonia Cl Bushland Beach.................4757 6700Odyssey on the Strand 120 The Strand North Ward.........................4724 1400One Thai 85 Kern Bros Dr Avenues Kirwan........4755 4499Osmans Kebabs 223 Ingham Rd Garbutt.........4728 2277Outback Jacks Bar & Grill 8 Palmer St...............4721 5225Paradise Burgers 255 Charters Towers Rd........4725 2025Pizza Rivierra 322 Fulham Rd Heatley...............4725 5855Raja's Indian Curry 169b Charters Towers Rd Hermit Park........4779 1727Rhino Bar 3 Palmer St........................................4771 6322

Rickshaw Chinese Takeaway & Noodle Bar Sunland Plaza Hervey Range Rd................4723 5511 Riverview Tavern Riverside Boulevard................4775 5005Riverway Snack 3/981 Riverway Dr Rasmussen4773 3764Rock Paper Scissors Bushland Beach..............4751 8784Rock Paper Scissors 596 Bayswater Rd...........4774 3849Rock Paper Scissors 228 Riverside Blv.............4728 3912Rockpool Seafood Café Bar 54 Howitt St North Ward..............................4771 6916Roux Blond Catering..........................................4724 4018Satay Mas Charters Towers Rd Hermit Park......4725 1176Seagulls Restaurant 74 The Esplanade.............4721 3111Seaview Hotel 56 The Strand.............................4771 5005Shamrock Hotel 31 Palmer St............................4771 4351Sidewalk Café & Bar 143 Wills St.......................4771 6048Simply Tops Fish Bar 9 Palmer St......................4772 3028Sizzler Cnr Woolcock & Attlee Sts The Lakes ...4725 2711Southbank Grill 17-29 Palmer St........................4726 5207Souvlaki Bar 58 The Strand North Ward............4721 1166Souvlaki Bar 6/56 Yolanda Dr Annandale...........4725 2828Souvlaki Hut 152 Charters Towers Rd................4779 7800Spin Café - Jupiters Sir Leslie Thiess Dr.............................Sugatrain 12-14 Palmer St.................................4753 2005Summerie's Thai 232 Flinders St........................4725 6838Sweeter than Sugar 169 Charters Towers Rd.....4740 4551Syd's Cakes 157 Charters Towers Rd................4779 4994Table 51 51 Palmer St.........................................4721 0642Taj Mahal 233 Flinders St....................................4772 3422Take A Break Burger Bar Thuringowa Dr Kirwan.4773 5744Thai House 117/310 Ross River Rd Aitkenvale..4775 1149Thai International 233 Flinders St.......................4771 6242Thai Smile House 5 Kalynda Chase Bohle Plains....................4779 8424Thai Thai Restaurant 272 Sturt St.......................4721 0212Thatz Pizza 141 Flinders St................................4771 2799The Australian Hotel 11 Palmer St......................4722 6999The Avenues Hotel 270 Kern Brothers Dr Kirwan.......................4723 8000The Balcony Restarant 287 Flinders St...............4771 2255The Brewery Cnr Flinders & Denham Sts...........4724 2999The Noodle Bar 2/52 Gregory St North Ward.....4724 5534The Pier Sir Leslie Thiess Dr...............................4721 2567The Reef Thai 455 Flinders St.............................4721 6701The Saltcellar 13 Palmer St.................................4724 5866The Sun Bistro 6 Ross River Rd Mindingburra...4779 5233The Vale Hotel 222 Ross River Rd Aitkenvale....4779 0100The Venue 719 Flinders St.................................4724 2800Three Loaves Bakehouse Village Dr Idalia.........4729 0707Three Loaves Bakehouse Gregory St North Ward................................4772 1527Tony's Pizza 27 Kennedy St North Ward............4724 1330Tom Yum Thai Takeaway 7 Logan St Douglas....4773 5225Toms Tavern Nathan St Aitkenvale.....................4772 9777Townsville Yacht Club 1 Plume St.......................4772 1192T.U.B.E. 2/58 The Strand North Ward.................4772 2856Vale Fish Bar & Café 270c Rossriver Rd Aitkenvale.....................4725 5050Victoria Park Hotel & Bistro 266 Boundary St....4772 6687Vine21 520 Flinders St.......................................4771 2104Watermark 72-74 The Strand North Ward..........4725 3879Windows Restaurant 2 Rose St North Ward.......4721 2290Yongala Lodge 11 Fryer St.................................4772 4633Yummy Noodle House Cannon Park Kirwan......4755 1530Zizzi's 241 Flinders St.........................................4771 6000


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