Salsa Bar & Grill

Overview

Salsa Bar & Grill: The Ultimate Tropical Dining Vibe

Since 1995, Salsa Bar & Grill has been an essential Port Douglas bucket list destination. Housed in a beautifully restored, open-air Queenslander beach house, Salsa perfectly captures the spirit of the tropics. Overlooking the Dickson Inlet and the historic St Mary’s by the Sea chapel, it’s the place where locals and travelers collide to celebrate life with "fresh, fresh, funky" food and world-class cocktails.

Led by Executive Chef Goran Zonai for over 19 years, the kitchen serves a masterclass in Modern Australian fusion. Using the bounty of the Atherton Tablelands and local reef catches, the menu is a vibrant journey of global flavors—ranging from their famous Thai Chicken Spring Rolls to the iconic Chocolate Cointreau Soufflé. Whether you’re stopping by for a sun-drenched lunch or a lively dinner under the palms, Salsa delivers a quintessentially Tropical North Queensland experience.

Facilities

• The Courtyard (Outdoor): An airy, vibrant space perfect for soaking up the Port Douglas sun or dining under the stars. (Capacity: ~60 seated).
• The Inside (Queenslander): Authentic beach house charm with louvred windows and pendant lighting, providing a breezy indoor-outdoor feel. (Capacity: ~60 seated).
• Whole Venue Exclusive: For large-scale events, the entire venue can be booked to host up to 120 seated guests or 200 for a cocktail-style function.
• Accessibility
• Child-Friendly
• Waterviews
• Restaurant