Cairns RSL Club
A popular RSL club on the Cairns Esplanade with a 4.2 rating across more than 2,000 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Cairns RSL Club sits on the Esplanade in Cairns City, overlooking the waterfront in tropical Far North Queensland. With more than 2,000 reviews behind its 4.2 rating, it's a much-loved community and dining destination.
The appeal is a welcoming, sociable club with great value and a friendly atmosphere — the kind of place for a relaxed meal, a drink and a bit of community spirit, often with lovely water views. The Cairns Esplanade, with its famous lagoon and the reef gateway, makes it easy to fold a visit into a wider day out.
Dining, events and trading hours can vary, and some areas may have entry conditions. If you're heading down to dine or for a particular night, it's worth checking current details and any membership or sign-in requirements directly with the club before you go.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- TuesdayToday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Friday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 00:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 68
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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