Dining at Ochre Restaurant in Cairns, waterfront view with a cruise ship in the distance

Ochre Restaurant Cairns

Ochre Restaurant sits on the Harbour Lights Boardwalk at 1 Marlin Parade. It is a five-minute walk from the Cairns Esplanade and the Cairns Lagoon.

The menu leans into contemporary seafood, but the address is its real draw. While many kitchens nearby trade on the casual nature of the harbour, Ochre opts for a room that runs smart and elegant. The proximity to the water suggests a breezy tourist trap, yet this venue remains far more composed than its immediate neighbours. It is the better choice for those who want a focused meal rather than just a place to watch the boats pass by.

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Cuisine

Ochre Restaurant FAQ

Ochre Restaurant serves modern, contemporary cuisine with a focus on seafood. It is considered an expensive dining option within Cairns, reflecting its position as a high-end venue.

Ochre Restaurant is on Harbour Lights Boardwalk at 1 Marlin Parade. It is within a five-minute walk of the Cairns Esplanade and the Cairns Lagoon, and it is a ten-minute walk from the Cairns Marlin Marina.

The dress code for the room is smart and elegant. Guests are expected to dress accordingly to suit the formal nature of the dining environment.

If you want to book Ochre Restaurant, Alotea takes the date, the party size, and any occasion notes, works the venue’s own booking route, and comes back with a confirmed answer.

Opening Hours

Sunday

Closed

Monday

11:30 - 22:30

Tuesday

11:30 - 22:30

Wednesday

11:30 - 22:30

Thursday

11:30 - 22:30

Friday

11:30 - 22:30

Saturday

11:30 - 22:30

Location

Harbour Lights Boardwalk, 1 Marlin Parade, Cairns City QLD 4870

Nearby

Cairns Esplanade300 m
Cairns Lagoon400 m
Cairns Marlin Marina500 m

Additional Information

Name

Ochre Restaurant Cairns

Establishment Type

Restaurant

Cuisine Type

Seafood, Modern, Contemporary, Fusion, International

Dress Code

Smart and Elegant

Price Range

$$$

Address

Harbour Lights Boardwalk, 1 Marlin Parade, Cairns City QLD 4870

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