Dunwoodys Tavern
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As one of Cairns' most iconic venues we've been serving up the goods here since 1992. A quality hotel with everything you'd come to expect from a true blue North Queensland pub - done exceptionally well. The balance between our laid back NQ vibes along with our passion for delivering the very best customer experience is intentional.

All the usual food and drink suspects - from family dinner to Saturday race day on the fillies we've got something for everyone, there's a space for the entire community. Rest assured a true blue Cairns local will likely have experienced this feast. Our menu acknowledges the icons of years gone by with a subtle nod to the creative and trending food scene around our great state.
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Nothing says Queensland like our sports bar. Friday arvo is a tradition and Saturday is the big one here as we get stuck right into all the racing action. We're passionate about actually being able to hear the races too so we pump up the volume and make one hell of a day of it. In simple terms, this is a stand-up TAB, everything you need to back a winner.
The total package is how we roll. Our event space is perfect for all occasions from corporate right through to birthdays and celebrations. Packages are thoughtfully pieced together and our events staff are at the ready to get you sorted so you can straight down to business. Our main event space offers a private setting suited to all occasions.
Reviews (9)
Rina G.
Rina G.
Jan 02, 2022
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Holidaying in Cairns from SA. Dinner for 3 on 3 Jan 22. Service, friendliness and efficiency was excellent. Very busy bistro for a Monday night. Family friendly with video monitored screen to glass enclosed play room for those with children. Delicious Vindaloo and butter chicken was generous and very much enjoyed. The 300gm porterhouse steak with calamari topper was outstanding! Steak cooked perfectly, med/rare and the calamari was soft and tender and to die for. Also great garlic bread. A really delicious meal at reasonable prices. Highly recommend a visit. Thank you Dunwoody's Tavern. Great food
Michael Hicks
Michael Hicks
Dec 15, 2021
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Our table of 7 arrived and ordered promptly. After 45 minutes wait I enquired when our food would be served and was told "We've had lots of Uber orders" and nothing more. We then had 3 meals, which were lukewarm at best, served 10 minutes later.
The other 4 meals were nowhere to be seen and at the 70 minute mark 1 more meal was served. Our final meals were served some 80 minutes after ordering while 5 of 7 had eaten.
To say it was possibly the worst service I've had would be an understatement.
AVOID this place like the plague.
Refraction Manufacturing
Refraction Manufacturing
Dec 07, 2021
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Meals were great and atmosphere was good. Great area for parents to sit and watch kids in safe area to play and keep entertained, without worrying they were too loud.
Brett
Brett
Nov 23, 2021
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The food was good here. Not spectacular but good quality pub food. We were here on a quiet night so service was quick and the atmosphere was quiet. Great spot for a quick meal before heading back to the hotel.
Catpilots Dad
Catpilots Dad
Oct 16, 2021
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First time there. Female toilets have been broken for a couple of days and made the whole dining area smell. Not a pleasant experience. Meal was average. Staff were pretty casual about the smell. Not in a hurry to go back. Another customer said it used to be quite good but has deteriorated. Shame, could be really nice place.
Charlie Mallie Chuck
Charlie Mallie Chuck
Sep 16, 2021
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Nice bar staff. Though they didn't have no sugar coke & the security guard was sitting on the bench where your supposed to fill out your tickets to be in the draw for the giant tv, not sure if that's a professional way to 'guard' the place...they also only had used pencils, no fresh ones. Bar ladies were super nice & understanding
Rezia Neal
Rezia Neal
May 27, 2021
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Sunday evening dinner with family. nice, quiet bistro. Food was tasty and large. Stand out dishes -Szechuan lime squid and onion rings.....Will be returning soon.
David Tindall
David Tindall
Apr 04, 2021
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The $15 meals are good value.
Just while we are all getting used to wearing masks, a couple of the girls in the public bar were very loud and rude if they saw you without a mask on, even if you were moving 6 feet from a table to the bar.
A friendly reminder is sufficient, not a boganish yell across the room.
Debbie Bailey
Debbie Bailey
Jul 21, 2020
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Great meal, friendly service. Was told at least an hour wait but had my meal in 30mins. I loved being able to order a smaller steak. 250g.