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Sunshine, long lunches and seriously good food — Queensland serves it all.

From award-winning restaurants to wine tasting in unexpected regions, the state’s dining scene is relaxed, vibrant and made to be enjoyed outdoors.

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Where to find Queensland’s best food and wine regions

Queensland’s food and drink experiences are shaped by its regions — from coastal dining hubs to inland wine country. Whether you’re chasing the best restaurants in Queensland or planning a wine tasting weekend, these are the places to start.

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Gold Coast

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Brisbane

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Cairns and Great Barrier Reef

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Southern Queensland Country

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Capricorn

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Fraser Coast

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Gladstone

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Mackay

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Outback Queensland

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Sunshine Coast

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Bundaberg

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Whitsundays

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Townsville

Taste the state

Thanks to Queensland’s warm climate, dining outdoors isn’t just a novelty — it’s a way of life. Across the state, many of the best restaurants in Queensland are designed for long, sun-soaked meals, from waterfront precincts to hinterland escapes.

  • In Brisbane, hubs like Howard Smith Wharves and Eat Street Northshore showcase the city’s evolving dining scene and some of the most sought-after dining experiences in Queensland.
  • Local produce is at the heart of it all. Queensland’s tropical climate means fresh seafood, seasonal fruit and regionally grown ingredients shape menus across the state — from farmers markets to chef-led restaurants.
  • Wine is having a moment in Queensland. From the Granite Belt’s cool-climate vineyards to laid-back cellar doors, the state’s wine scene is quietly turning heads. Keen to dive in? Guided wine tours make it easy to sip your way through the regions.
  • Beyond wine, the craft scene is thriving. Brisbane is widely known as one of Australia’s craft brewery capitals, and independent breweries continue to expand across the state — from the Gold Coast to Cairns — delivering laid-back tasting experiences that reflect Queensland’s easygoing lifestyle.

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Food, wine and tasting tours in Queensland

Wine tasting in Queensland offers a different take on Australia’s wine scene, with high-altitude vineyards, relaxed cellar doors and a strong focus on local produce.

From day trips to multi-day escapes, wine tours in Queensland make it easy to explore the state’s growing regions — whether guided or self-planned.

Where to go for wine tasting in Queensland

While Queensland might fly under the radar for wine, several regions are gaining attention for their quality and character.

Granite Belt

The centre of wine tasting in Queensland, known for cool-climate varietals, cellar doors and seasonal events. Ideal for weekend wine tours and immersive vineyard stays.

Scenic Rim

A rising star for wine experiences in Queensland, pairing boutique wineries with farm-to-table dining and scenic countryside drives.

Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Smaller in scale, but perfect for relaxed tastings, combining wineries, breweries and distilleries in one easy itinerary.

Why book a wine tasting tour in Queensland

Booking a wine tour in Queensland takes the guesswork out of planning and lets you focus on the experience. Many tours include:

  • Guided wine tastings at multiple cellar doors
  • Local food pairings and long lunch experiences
  • Transport from Brisbane or regional hubs
  • Behind-the-scenes vineyard access

Whether you’re after a day trip or a weekend escape, wine tours in Queensland offer a simple way to experience the region’s best.

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