It is highly recommended to make reservations well in advance as demand is at an all time high. Zinc has become one of Port's iconic venues, a must do while in Port Douglas. Whether on vacation, celebrating that special occasion, or a casual catch up with family or friends, Zinc offers an elegant space to connect and create memories.
Located on the vibrant Macrossan street only a stone's throw away from the picturesque Four Mile Beach, Zinc takes full advantage of the warm sea breeze adding to a unique tropical dining experience. Boasting a large open air al fresco layout seating up to 180 patrons, Zinc has many areas which will fit perfectly with your mood.
Located on the vibrant Macrossan street only a stone's throw away from the picturesque Four Mile Beach, Zinc takes full advantage of the warm sea breeze adding to a unique tropical dining experience. Boasting a large open air al fresco layout seating up to 180 patrons, Zinc has many areas which will fit perfectly with your mood.
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Growing up in Far North Queensland on her grandparent's cane farm, Dani has always had a passion for food. The abundance of quality products such as local reef fish, tropical fruit and tableland grown vegetables has inspired her throughout her career. Her mother, a talented pastry chef planted the seed at a young age.
A progression of beautiful local ingredients where texture, flavor and harmony is paramount. The menu presents fine, contemporary Australian cuisine, utilizing the abundance of fresh seafood, local meats & tropical fruit & vegetables including many gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan options.
Zinc requests patrons with food allergies or other dietary requirements to please inform their waiter prior to ordering, we will endeavour to accommodate your dietary needs, however we cannot be held responsible for traces of allergens.Carefully selected from some of Australia's top farmers, our meat is cooked over our custom built Fenwesco open woodfire and charcoal grill utilising native hardwoods and locally sourced Gidgee charcoal.
Zinc requests patrons with food allergies or other dietary requirements to please inform their waiter prior to ordering, we will endeavour to accommodate your dietary needs, however we cannot be held responsible for traces of allergens.Carefully selected from some of Australia's top farmers, our meat is cooked over our custom built Fenwesco open woodfire and charcoal grill utilising native hardwoods and locally sourced Gidgee charcoal.
Few destinations are more romantic or popular for weddings than tropical Port Douglas. Set amongst the magnificent surroundings of the Great Barrier Reef and the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest in Far North Queensland. We will work closely with you to plan every detail of your wedding, our dedicated teams in the kitchen and on the floor will ensure the quality of food, wine and service you receive on the day is second to none.
At Zinc Port Douglas we offer a dynamic work environment, where each employee is encouraged to contribute as part of a diverse and creative team. The restaurant's location in Port Douglas, Far North Queensland, calls for a seasonal approach to staffing. The restaurant operates with its core team in the low season and looks to employ additional part-time staff for 3 to 6 months in the high season from mid June to November.
Reviews (24)
Rachael Jordan
Jan 02, 2022
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Scott Fellowes
Jan 02, 2022
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My wife and I have been holidaying in Port Douglas for a week. Being around new year it has been busy and a lot of restaurants are under staffed because of COVID in other states. This has made it difficult to get into restaurants within the area.
We attempted a walk up for Zinc and although they were booked out the gentleman at front of house was happy for us to take a seat in the bar for drinks to see if there was a cancellation or an opportunity to fit us in. He made us no promises but a drink in the bar and a snack while waiting sounded good. The bar has a light bar menu and the food was very
We attempted a walk up for Zinc and although they were booked out the gentleman at front of house was happy for us to take a seat in the bar for drinks to see if there was a cancellation or an opportunity to fit us in. He made us no promises but a drink in the bar and a snack while waiting sounded good. The bar has a light bar menu and the food was very
Nicky Jurd
Dec 25, 2021
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Jenny Rebeiro
Dec 09, 2021
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Karissa
Sep 05, 2021
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This is an amazing restaurant but our experience could have been better. It was a very humid evening but we got a lovely table. The entree was delicious but the mains - Barramundi and Steak didn't match the price asked, the barra was fresh but it's farmed and muddy so it didn't taste as fresh as ocean caught - we were told it was farmed so no fault of the restaurant just an FYI to future diners. The steak however, was slightly overcooked (nothing terrible). The wine pairing was divine though and so were the cocktails. So much food we had to roll home. They were very busy and the staff were also
Chris Franzi
Aug 17, 2021
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Everything about our experience here was really nice and special. Although you expect high quality of service from a fine dining establishment.... these guys go above and beyond that level. Michaela (hope I got the spelling right) was lovely and rely looked after is including really engaging with the kids and made their night. Accommodated our birthday request also. The mains top notch, made well and with care including the kids menu. The desserts were divine. Would definitely come back here! Thanks to the entire team
Rachael Angley
Jul 26, 2021
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Fernando Family
Jul 16, 2021
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Stella Lim
Jul 15, 2021
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Graeme S.
Jul 14, 2021
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S. H.
Mar 25, 2021
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A lovely vibe, friendly service and delicious food and drinks. Had to book in advance (day before) as it seemed very popular. Serving sizes were quite large which sadly meant we weren't able to fit in dessert! (Not complaining!) Highly recommend the seafood linguine, flavours were lovely. Not a cheap dinner by any means - we spent approx $65 pp including 1 drink each, but good for a special night out.
Amber V.
Sep 29, 2019
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Danielle K.
Sep 25, 2019
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Jason I.
Jul 04, 2019
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Al L.
May 16, 2017
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This place is designed for non-adventurous tourists who are looking for a generic restaurant to dine at. It doesn't seem to have any specialties and serve fairly generic "western" food. It was also quite pricey for what it is (Appoximately $30 for fish and chips).
Service was average and it was probably our poor waitress's first day at work. Given our table of 5, she was hesitant in taking our order, which made me question whether she got it all down correctly. She repeated each of our orders back to us before putting in the order. Glad it turned out right.
The ambiance
Service was average and it was probably our poor waitress's first day at work. Given our table of 5, she was hesitant in taking our order, which made me question whether she got it all down correctly. She repeated each of our orders back to us before putting in the order. Glad it turned out right.
The ambiance
Corinne S.
Mar 28, 2016
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I was told that Queensland had bad food, but Zinc is proving this stereotype wrong.
We had no problems getting a table for a group of 7. The staff was super friendly and very prompt.
For entrees we ordered calamari, potatoes and sausage, and warm goat cheese deliciousness. For mains spaghetti bolognese, the steak, and clam pasta. There was not one bad dish to be had. Our best meal in Port Douglas.
We had no problems getting a table for a group of 7. The staff was super friendly and very prompt.
For entrees we ordered calamari, potatoes and sausage, and warm goat cheese deliciousness. For mains spaghetti bolognese, the steak, and clam pasta. There was not one bad dish to be had. Our best meal in Port Douglas.
Brian B.
Oct 22, 2015
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Korhan E.
Oct 09, 2015
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We booked at Zinc for 7:30pm. We arrived slightly early and waited for 20 minutes to be seated. The guy running front of house was flustered, inefficient and not pleasant. We debated about just leaving, but felt bad because we'd booked. Eventually we were seated at an inside table just next to the kitchen. We asked them to seat us an outside table but we were told that outside tables were fully booked even though they were not even half full. Eventually we had to leave.
Zachary W.
Sep 29, 2015
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Went here with my family (partner, 2 small kids) on a Tuesday night. We made reservations at 515 because I'm weird like that. But by 6, the place was at about 75% capacity.
The kids split a kids-sized spaghetti bolognese and the ciabatta with oil and vinegar. My partner and I split the bruschetta, while she had the mushroom risotto and I had the garlic prawns spaghetti. We both had wine. All up it was around $110, but the kids are free (due to a promotion).
These kids are notoriously picky eaters and they inhaled the spaghetti. My partner loved her risotto and I couldn't stop eating
The kids split a kids-sized spaghetti bolognese and the ciabatta with oil and vinegar. My partner and I split the bruschetta, while she had the mushroom risotto and I had the garlic prawns spaghetti. We both had wine. All up it was around $110, but the kids are free (due to a promotion).
These kids are notoriously picky eaters and they inhaled the spaghetti. My partner loved her risotto and I couldn't stop eating
Paul C.
Sep 14, 2015
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Nice building design to catch the evening breeze. Good beer on tap. Good child's menu. Unfortunately by the end of our main meal three words sum it up: Trying too hard. Good attentive service and our waiter knew the specials, couldn't really fault the floor staff. But the food wasn't working- entrees were too rich and filling, although the flavours were good, and the mains were lacking - chicken over cooked and sauce flavour didn't work together. Market fish was thread fin and served as fish and chips - the fish part was battered and fried well, but the chips had that flowery
Steven L.
Jul 04, 2015
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Great food here. Steak was perfect! I mean it!
So Tender.
Service was also great, we were well looked after, but the food was exceptional.
My daughter had the Duck which was also cooked to perfection. (I had to try some). Yum.
Desert was just more Yum - Caramel 3 ways...
Also you have to check out the toilet!! Amazing view!!! (I'll let you find out what I mean)
So Tender.
Service was also great, we were well looked after, but the food was exceptional.
My daughter had the Duck which was also cooked to perfection. (I had to try some). Yum.
Desert was just more Yum - Caramel 3 ways...
Also you have to check out the toilet!! Amazing view!!! (I'll let you find out what I mean)
Alex J.
Apr 17, 2015
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Stopped here on out last night in port douglas and can't recommend it highly enough. Service was excellent and the food was amazing, a perfect end to a great holiday.
We had the pesto barramundi and the prawn spaghetti - both were very Tasty but the prawn spaghetti dish was particularly flavoursome and very generous with the prawns.
For dessert we tried the cookies and cream cheesecake and the brûlée. The brûlée was one of the best I've ever had.
We had the pesto barramundi and the prawn spaghetti - both were very Tasty but the prawn spaghetti dish was particularly flavoursome and very generous with the prawns.
For dessert we tried the cookies and cream cheesecake and the brûlée. The brûlée was one of the best I've ever had.
Carol K.
Jan 05, 2015
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Loved everything about this place from the ambiance, the service, the food and the owner. Everyone went out of their way to make sure we had a top notch experience.
I called at the last minute to see if I could get a reservation. The owner said all of the tables were full but he would work with me if I could get there quickly. So I hooped on the bus and over I went.
Once there, I was warmly greeted and given a choice of a couple of tables. All of them were fine and yet the owner kept apologizing that the "good tables" we're all reserved. Hey, it was me that called at the last
I called at the last minute to see if I could get a reservation. The owner said all of the tables were full but he would work with me if I could get there quickly. So I hooped on the bus and over I went.
Once there, I was warmly greeted and given a choice of a couple of tables. All of them were fine and yet the owner kept apologizing that the "good tables" we're all reserved. Hey, it was me that called at the last
Ken K.
Jul 20, 2014
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Upper-end bistro style dining in the heart of Port Douglas.
I'll get straight to the point, we absolutely loved this place!
The service was fantastic; they knew every dish on the menu inside out, were friendly & they really looked after us (no mean feat when feeding Vegetarian Girl & Nut Allergy Boy).
Front of house wasn't the only success though, the food was great too; would very much recommend the mushroom risotto which was rich & velvety without being gluggy (is that a word?) & the Zinc house salad (no kangaroo, no peanuts [see what I mean?]) was a delicious fresh
I'll get straight to the point, we absolutely loved this place!
The service was fantastic; they knew every dish on the menu inside out, were friendly & they really looked after us (no mean feat when feeding Vegetarian Girl & Nut Allergy Boy).
Front of house wasn't the only success though, the food was great too; would very much recommend the mushroom risotto which was rich & velvety without being gluggy (is that a word?) & the Zinc house salad (no kangaroo, no peanuts [see what I mean?]) was a delicious fresh
