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View RestaurantDundees on the Waterfront
Located on the waterfront, this Cairns restaurant is a popular choice for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable dining experience. Known for its focus on fresh seafood, the menu offers a diverse selection of dishes to satisfy any palate. The atmosphere is lively and bustling, adding to the overall enjoyment, especially for groups. With a 4.5-star rating based on thousands of reviews, it's clear that diners appreciate the quality of the food and service. While considered a mid-range priced establishment ($$$), many find the experience well worth the cost. Diners frequently praise the attentive service and the vibrant ambiance. It's a place where celebrations feel special and everyday meals become a treat.
Seafood · Steakhouse & Grill•$$$•4.5(4,127)•Cairns
Located on the waterfront, this Cairns restaurant is a popular choice for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable dining experience. Known for its focus on fresh seafood, the menu offers a diverse selection of dishes to satisfy any palate. The atmosphere is lively and bustling, adding to the overall enjoyment, especially for groups. With a 4.5-star rating based on thousands of reviews, it's clear that diners appreciate the quality of the food and service. While considered a mid-range priced establishment ($$$), many find the experience well worth the cost. Diners frequently praise the attentive service and the vibrant ambiance. It's a place where celebrations feel special and everyday meals become a treat.
About Dundees on the Waterfront
Located on the waterfront, this Cairns restaurant is a popular choice for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable dining experience. Known for its focus on fresh seafood, the menu offers a diverse selection of dishes to satisfy any palate. The atmosphere is lively and bustling, adding to the overall enjoyment, especially for groups. With a 4.5-star rating based on thousands of reviews, it's clear that diners appreciate the quality of the food and service. While considered a mid-range priced establishment ($$$), many find the experience well worth the cost. Diners frequently praise the attentive service and the vibrant ambiance. It's a place where celebrations feel special and everyday meals become a treat.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
Formula-Based Analysis
This restaurant has been analyzed using our formula-based system to help you understand its key features and match it with your dining preferences.
💰Price Range
Upscale
Price Range (Upscale)
Upscale dining ($$$) - Fine dining with premium prices
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Dundees on
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.5 / 5.0(4,127 reviews)
We had the best time at Dundees! 🎉 Me and my extended family were here from Brisbane and Melbourne to celebrate a 50th and we couldn’t have picked a better venue! 😄 The food was delicious, and came out pretty quickly for eleven orders! Special shout-out to our server, Manuel, who was super great and really brought the vibe 😊❤️ It was very bustling and busy, but that didn’t affect our experience at all - more fun and liveliness to add to the atmosphere! 😋 Overall, it was exceptional food, exceptional service, and an exceptional atmosphere; this review of five stars is only accurate if you multiply it by five! 🤩 Great job Dundees! Beautiful Italian restaurant in wharf lane in the Cairns city centre. I much enjoyed lunch as chilling out. I went back there 7 years after my first trip. It was big pleasure Dundee is still there. Food is really amazing especially dessert. Oh my goodness. What an incredible night of food and wine! Magic location, lucky enough to be right on the boardwalk, wine was so good and the food…. OMG! Had a platter entree which was delicious and our mains were unreal. Eye fillet was cooked to perfection and the pasta was Bellissimo! I was so full but had to sneak in a banana fritter with ice cream for desert to finish the night. Yum! The service from the girls was amazing and we even got a friendly visit from the owners Tina and James. Felt right at home and will certainly be back for more!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Where to Find Them
1 Marlin Parade, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
+61 (07) 4051 0399
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Opening Hours
Closed Now
Monday9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Recent Reviews
Andi T.
November 17, 2025
We had the best time at Dundees! 🎉 Me and my extended family were here from Brisbane and Melbourne to celebrate a 50th and we couldn’t have picked a better venue! 😄 The food was delicious, and came out pretty quickly for eleven orders! Special shout-out to our server, Manuel, who was super great and really brought the vibe 😊❤️ It was very bustling and busy, but that didn’t affect our experience at all - more fun and liveliness to add to the atmosphere! 😋 Overall, it was exceptional food, exceptional service, and an exceptional atmosphere; this review of five stars is only accurate if you multiply it by five! 🤩 Great job Dundees!
elena E.
November 18, 2025
Beautiful Italian restaurant in wharf lane in the Cairns city centre. I much enjoyed lunch as chilling out. I went back there 7 years after my first trip. It was big pleasure Dundee is still there. Food is really amazing especially dessert.
Karl L.
October 11, 2025
Oh my goodness. What an incredible night of food and wine! Magic location, lucky enough to be right on the boardwalk, wine was so good and the food…. OMG! Had a platter entree which was delicious and our mains were unreal. Eye fillet was cooked to perfection and the pasta was Bellissimo! I was so full but had to sneak in a banana fritter with ice cream for desert to finish the night. Yum! The service from the girls was amazing and we even got a friendly visit from the owners Tina and James. Felt right at home and will certainly be back for more!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Carolyn H.
September 28, 2025
If you are traveling to Cairns Australia, you must stop by Dundee's restaurant. It's located in a harbor with a great water view. We watched ships passing through. The staff are very efficient and friendly. The food was fantastic! I was traveling with my husband, daughter and son-in-law and we all ordered different and delicious meals. The drinks were spot on for flavor and a great way to start dinner. This meal was by far, the best meal that we had while traveling around Australia. We all loved the country.
P S.
October 28, 2025
We were lucky to get a table at Dundees on the Waterfront as it was fully booked, but the lovely lady at the front managed to squeeze us in at a small table for two — and we were so grateful she did! We ordered the seafood platter, which was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. To finish, we shared a pavlova that was light, sweet, and the perfect end to a great meal. The restaurant was very busy, so I’d definitely recommend booking ahead — but it’s well worth it for the food, service and atmosphere. Can't wait to come back to Cairns and visit again with a lovely view table this time!
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Dundees on special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless
Parking
Free Parking Lot
Free Street Parking
Paid Parking Lot
Paid Street Parking
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
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