12 Cafes Worth Visiting Around Cairns
Whether you're after a quality flat white in the city centre or a beachside coffee run, Cairns and its surrounding suburbs have solid café options. Here are 12 cafes spread across the region, from Cairns City to Palm Cove and Port Douglas.
1Cafes Port Douglas1. Origin Espresso Port Douglas Coffee
If you're heading north to Port Douglas, this is worth a stop for dedicated espresso work.
View venue4.8(647)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
2Cafes Cairns City2. Guyala Cafe
Centrally located in Cairns City, a straightforward option when you're in the CBD.
View venue4.7(888)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Cafes Cairns City3. Bang & Grind Café Spence St.
On Spence Street in the city, handy if you're nearby and need a quick coffee.
View venue4.7(889)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Cafes Cairns City4. Mi Piace Espresso Bar
Another Cairns City spot offering espresso-focused service in the heart of town.
View venue4.7(1,009)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Cafes Cairns City5. Blackbird Laneway
A laneway café in Cairns City that combines good coffee in a characterful setting.
View venue4.8(547)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Cafes Yorkeys Knob6. Memories Cafe @ Yorkeys Knob
Located at Yorkeys Knob, this offers a café experience closer to the northern beaches.
View venue4.8(445)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Cafes Edge Hill7. Rayyan Cafe
In Edge Hill, a suburban option if you're out that way and want a local café.
View venue4.8(332)· Google65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Cafes Palm Cove8. Espresso & Co Cafe Palm Cove
Situated at Palm Cove, this is your beachside café option with easy access from the main beach.
View venue4.6(956)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Cafes Cairns City9. Caffiend
A Cairns City café that's convenient for city-centre coffee breaks.
View venue4.6(1,132)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Cafes Cairns City10. The Chambers
Another centrally located Cairns City spot with straightforward café service.
View venue4.6(1,051)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Cafes Cairns City11. The Chamber Room Espresso & Brew Bar
Also in Cairns City, this espresso and brew bar offers a more focused coffee experience.
View venue4.8(300)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Cafes Cairns City12. Cafe Strada
A Cairns City café providing another choice along the main café strip.
View venue4.7(475)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Origin Espresso Port Douglas Coffee | 67/100 | 4.8(647) | $$ | Port Douglas | — |
| Guyala Cafe | 66/100 | 4.7(888) | $$ | Cairns City | — |
| Bang & Grind Café Spence St. | 66/100 | 4.7(889) | $$ | Cairns City | — |
| Mi Piace Espresso Bar | 66/100 | 4.7(1,009) | $$ | Cairns City | — |
| Blackbird Laneway | 66/100 | 4.8(547) | $$ | Cairns City | — |
| Memories Cafe @ Yorkeys Knob | 65/100 | 4.8(445) | $$ | Yorkeys Knob | — |
| Rayyan Cafe | 65/100 | 4.8(332) | — | Edge Hill | — |
| Espresso & Co Cafe Palm Cove | 65/100 | 4.6(956) | $$ | Palm Cove | — |
| Caffiend | 65/100 | 4.6(1,132) | $$ | Cairns City | — |
| The Chambers | 65/100 | 4.6(1,051) | $$ | Cairns City | — |
| The Chamber Room Espresso & Brew Bar | 64/100 | 4.8(300) | $$ | Cairns City | — |
| Cafe Strada | 64/100 | 4.7(475) | — | Cairns City | — |
Frequently asked questions
Are there cafes in beachside areas?+
Yes. Espresso & Co Cafe is at Palm Cove, Memories Cafe is at Yorkeys Knob, and Origin Espresso is in Port Douglas.
Which suburbs have the most cafes listed?+
Cairns City has the highest concentration, with 9 of the 12 venues. Edge Hill, Palm Cove, Port Douglas and Yorkeys Knob each have one.
Which cafes emphasise coffee?+
Origin Espresso Port Douglas Coffee, Blackbird Laneway and The Chamber Room Espresso & Brew Bar are all tagged with coffee as a focus.
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