Best Cafes in Palm Cove
Looking for the best cafes in Palm Cove? We've gathered 6 standout spots in this corner of Cairns, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Palm Cove has its own character, and the cafes here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Cairns is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
6 spots in Palm Cove
Espresso & Co Cafe Palm Cove
$$Espresso & Co Cafe Palm Cove is a cafe in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 956 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
27 Degrees Palm Cove
27 Degrees Palm Cove is a coffee in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 379 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Chill Beach Cafè
Chill Beach Cafè is a cafe in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 70 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
The Beach Hut Cafe & Juice Bar
The Beach Hut Cafe & Juice Bar is a cafe in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 217 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
The Toasted Goat
The Toasted Goat is a coffee in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 19 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
Cafe Veivers (Palm Cove)
Cafe Veivers (Palm Cove) is a cafe in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 26 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 43/100.
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Cafes in Palm Cove — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Palm Cove?+
The cafes in Palm Cove listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many cafes are there in Palm Cove?+
We currently feature 6 cafes in Palm Cove, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Palm Cove in Cairns?+
Palm Cove is one of Cairns's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.
What's the coffee culture like in Cairns?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.