Vivaldis Restaurant
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Vivaldis Restaurant will spoil your senses with tropical influenced modern Australian cuisine and personal attention. Our food is made from scratch. YES!
Vivaldis Restaurant will spoil your senses with its intimate atmosphere, tropical influenced modern Australian cuisine and impeccable service. We have a right to be smug… it is almost always outdoor dining weather here in Cairns and our balcony is an exceptionally romantic venue. Taking you up off street level to enjoy the canopy of the giant trees we have a privileged pride of place on the Cairns
Finish this year with a bang! 🎆 Why not celebrate the New Year with your loved ones over a 5-course dinner and fireworks show?
We've got the best seats in the house for you and your friends to celebrate, right here on our balcony !
Discover our delicious 5-course Degustation Menu, carefully prepared by local talent Nicolas Devic from C'est Bon French Restaurant Cairns .
We've got limited seating available for the big night, so get in fast and let's create some amazing memories to finish off 2020 !
🎟️ Book your tickets below! Our friendly team will then be in touch with you to confirm your time slot.
https://vivaldisrestaurant.com.au/new-years-eve/
SPENDS NEW YEARS EVE WITH US
5 course degustation dinner in the perfect setting
BOOK NOW
Every year, we are grateful to be one of the few restaurant in the city to have perfect view of the 2 NYE fireworks organised by the Council.
A sell out event to enjoy our lovely charming setting, perfect to celebrate Wirth friends or just take your +1 for a romantic dinner.
While you do not have to have your evening revolving around the fireworks schedule, we advise you to make it a night to remember. Dress to impress, while keep true to the essence of Far North Queensland and enjoy your night sipping on delicious curate drinks while raving about the food produced by our talented chefs.
To secure your table, simply click on the link below and follow instructions.
https://bookings.nowbookit.com/?accountid=ccc31510-7697-4583-a758-e443d47ee1e6&theme=light&accent=hex,0097a7&venueid=623&font=Barlow&date=2022-12-31&serviceids=event_JESKMAKTIUEPJ_1664331093722
Progressive grazing board, pass around canapés and flowing cocktails ....
Pimp your next event with us
🙋♀️Looking for work ?
We have some big shoes to fill.
If you have experience in the Industry, have a strong team focus, and customer skills, we would like to meet you.
We do require a commitment until January to help us with a busy Christmas season.
Level 2 F&B attendant from the Restaurant Industry awards, there’s a minimum of 20 hours per week guaranteed today, and more to come for the right candidate.
Bar experience is a plus, but not necessary as training can be provided if it’s sparks your interest and evolution goals.
To apply, send your resume, up to date, to [email protected] with some references.
We are looking forward to meet you 😌
Who wouldn't want to pig out on our succulent, Slow Cooked Pork Belly? 🤤
This popular main course is wonderfully paired with truffle mushroom sauce, potato puree, and topped off with Corn & Crispy Shallots. 🌿
Find this delicious dish to feast on, available on our currently $60 set menu! 🥩
Another fun night shaping up.
This time, its Japan Twist !
🗓 Saturday 8th October
⏰ 6pm till late
Only $29/person !!!
$15 Cocktails ■ $7 Beers/Wines
Booking link in our Bio 👆👆👆
Chef Romain, our resident Chef has worked for the past decade at Nobu restaurant in Bahamas & Miami, and for Mila Restaurant Miami. His Japanese culinary skills X with his Classic French training allows him to shine with flavour combination, attention to details & flavour balance.
Behind the Bar, The team at Wolflane distillery will do their magic to find the perfect combo of refreshments carefuly curated just for you.
Join us in a relaxed and funky event around locals mingling together while snacking on great Japanese finger food, giant grazing board and of course, what party would it be without sexy cocktails, icy cold beers and delicious wines. Standing event only with dry bar tables to mingle around.
Bec and her wowser photobooth will ensure fun and laughters while shaking your back side under the tunes of talented DJ Glenn.
Kevin, your fantastic Host along side his amazing team will be there for your comfort and will do the extra mile.
see you soon.
Last attendance 147 people. Limited tickets Standing event, no table allocation. (regular table and dry bar available. no table to be reserved) RSA rules apply We count on you to remain classy Doors opening from 6pm but admission possible at anytime.
Food served throughout the evening until 10pm.
Bar open until 11:30pm.
🎁 LETS GET PICKLED TICKETS GIVEAWAY 🎁
You could win: 4 Tickets to our event + a Bottle of Champagne 🍾)
📅 Saturday - 8th of October - Live Music by DJ Glenn + All you can eat finger food & grazing board 🧀 + Wolf Lane Distillery Cocktails + Tropical Photo Booths 📸
✅ Share this post and tag 3 friends in comments
✅ Follow Vivaldis Restaurant on Instagram and Facebook
✅ Click “going” in our Official event and invite your friends
Link official event FACEBOOK ⬇️⬇️
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You could win:
🤙 Welcome bottle of Champagne
📨 4 Tickets for you and your friends to the event
The winner is drawn at 5pm Friday 4th of October, you can participate as many times as you want. We'll refund tickets already bought
Good luck 🍀
Another fun night shaping up.
This time, its Japan Twist !
🗓 Saturday 8th October
⏰ 6pm till late
Only $29/person !!!
$15 Cocktails ■ $7 Beers/Wines
Booking link in our Bio 👆👆👆
Chef Romain, our resident Chef has worked for the past decade at Nobu restaurant in Bahamas & Miami, and for Mila Restaurant Miami. His Japanese culinary skills X with his Classic French training allows him to shine with flavour combination, attention to details & flavour balance.
Behind the Bar, The team at Wolflane distillery will do their magic to find the perfect combo of refreshments carefuly curated just for you.
Join us in a relaxed and funky event around locals mingling together while snacking on great Japanese finger food, giant grazing board and of course, what party would it be without sexy cocktails, icy cold beers and delicious wines. Standing event only with dry bar tables to mingle around.
Bec and her wowser photobooth will ensure fun and laughters while shaking your back side under the tunes of talented DJ Glenn.
Kevin, your fantastic Host along side his amazing team will be there for your comfort and will do the extra mile.
see you soon.
Last attendance 147 people. Limited tickets Standing event, no table allocation. (regular table and dry bar available. no table to be reserved) RSA rules apply We count on you to remain classy Doors opening from 6pm but admission possible at anytime.
Food served throughout the evening until 10pm.
Bar open until 11:30pm.
❌️ Restaurant Closed
Our balcony is getting renovated.
Our well overdue sails awnings are getting replaced.
We are hoping to be back Thursday night weather depending.
We'll keep you posted
Let your senses run wild, as you dive into our delicious, new Braised Beef Cheeks 🍖
Served with an aromatic jus, glazed vegetable, and paired with a creamy serving of rustic mash potato.
We're excited to bring this classic favourite to the menu and can't wait to share it with you! ✨
Available with ou $60 Set Menu
Balance out those “back-to-work” blues, and indulge in some delicious self-care with us! 🍝
Our team are excited to introduce a bunch of new dishes you can discover over on our website… 👇
https://vivaldisrestaurant.com.au/menu/
Atmosphere is everything ✨ We believe our job always comes back to creating unforgettable experiences, at every step of your dining experience.
Whether it's a romantic anniversary under the fairy lights, or some afternoon drinks and nibbles while the sun sets over the Esplanade. It's about lasting memories, in the heart of Cairns City. 🌴
That's the Vivaldis experience we strive to make sure you have. Every single time! 🥂
Have you tried our Braised Lamb Shank? 🍖
This succulent dish comes marinated in Honey & Thym Marmalade Jus, and is paired perfectly with our very own Creamy Mash Potato… Need I say more? 🤤
Whether you're after a hint of the tropics, or want to set the night on fire... Just take a peek at two of our tempting treats from the Desserts Menu 😋🍦
Our Flaming Creme Brulee and Minute Tropical Cheesecake are two favourites that will put a grin on anyone's face! 😁
Which one would you try first? ☝️
Mo'jito? Mo' Fun! 🍹
The fresh flavours of our Seafood Fettuccine will have you feeling right at home. 🍝🏠
Featuring a mix of freshly caught, then cooked, garlic prawns and smoked salmon, tossed in a irresistibly creamy pasta.
Plus, our seafood is sourced here in FNQ so you know you're tasting and supporting local. 🌴
Long before your plate touches down at your table, our Chef and team have spent hours carefully crafting the delicious meal in front of you... 🌏
We take inspiration from our childhoods, our travels or classic dishes that we enjoy, and our team puts their heart into blending locally grown ingredients with an international twist.
Have you met Kevin yet ?
Sometimes, it’s the simple things that make it all worth it… 👌
Our crisp, cheesy bread is an easy, yet mouth melting entrée with its blend of taleggio and Parmesan cheese. 🧀
Order yours in either a small or large serving, and savour every second until the mains arrive!
Last 24hours to join us on our next let's get pickled night.
Xmas in July theme with Wolf Lane Distillery to take care of the best curated drinks.
looking forward to have you there.
10 Tickets left !
Come celebrate with us !
Visit our website to book 🎅
Why wait for the weekend to create more memories, with great food and good company? 🤔
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We believe there's something for everybody on our 3-Course Set Menu. Just pick your favourite entrée, main and dessert for only $60! 🍝
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To make a booking, please use our online booking platform via https://vivaldisrestaurant.com/bookings/ or give us a call on (07) 4031 1240.
Get the ball rollin', with our Mushroom Arancini 🫓 Crispy, creamy, and just as cheesy as our puns!
Loaded up with caramelised onion, mushroom sauce, and a combo of irresistible aglio & prezzemolo. 🧀
Tag someone who would love these bites!
Whether it's a Saturday afternoon cocktail or a delicious meal, you know where to start your weekend.🥂
If you've dined with us in the past 6 years, you may have sipped on the cool, refreshing taste of Antipodes Water Company 🍶
From humble beginnings in Whakatane, New Zealand, to becoming the very first mineral water in the world to be carbon zero certified. ♻️
They work hard to pursue sustainability by measuring and minimising all carbon emissions generated through their company - which we can definitely get behind!
Pair that with the delicious taste and it's easy to see why we continue to use Antipodes in our restaurant.
Life's too short for skipping desserts. 🍫
Indulge our Tim Tam Chocolate Mousse, with layers of decadent, milky chocolate with each spoonful.
An absolute showstopper to round off your next dinner. Enjoy! 👌
Caught right off our North Queensland coast... This Tuna Tataki is an absolute delight 🐟
You'll be happy to know you're supporting local, with each of our tunas caught fresh thanks to Ocean World Seafood Market ! 👋
We've found the perfect cure to melt away your stress this week, at Vivaldis Restaurant!
Tim Tam Chocolate Mousse 🍫, Tropical Cheesecake 🍰 or a Flaming Vanilla Creme Brulee 🍮
Simple pick your favourite, and watch your symptons fade away in an instant!
*Data collected from a study conducted by Vivaldis team and happy customers.
Since Vivaldis Restaurant opened, our mission has always been to reinvent internationally loved dishes with local produce found across Far North Queensland. 🌴🥗✨
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Whether it's the fresh seafood found off our coast, or the local produce grown in our own backyard on the Atherton Tablelands. We love supporting local.
That's why we believe in being at Vivaldis. Discover more flavours from around the world, prepared with ingredients from right here in FNQ.
Are you more of a "dinner date with friends", or an "afternoon tapas & drinks", type of person? 🍝🍹
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You did it again ! So many amazing memories were captured from our last event.
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Our Story
Vivaldis Restaurant will spoil your senses with its intimate atmosphere, tropical influenced modern Australian cuisine and impeccable service.
We have a right to be smug… it is almost always outdoor dining weather here in Cairns and our balcony is an exceptionally romantic venue. Taking you up off street level to enjoy the canopy of the giant trees we have a privileged pride of place on the Cairns Esplanade like no other.
Our food is made from scratch. We make all efforts to purchase organically and locally to preserve the flavour and quality of our food. It takes us time to make our dishes. So, we invite you to sit down, relax, and enjoy your food and conversation with your friend, partner and family.
Stay as long as you like we love having you here.
Our piano bar ambience is a friendly, elegant atmosphere. Our delicious tapas menu is available to indulge either after work or after a day enjoying all Cairns has to offer. You will love it so much it will be hard to avoid joining us for dinner…...
Who are we?
Vivaldis is a team who has a history together going back to working and living in Canberra over 40 years ago. Chef Antony Woods was classically French trained and worked in several of the nation’s capital’s finest establishments before opening the highly successful institution Vivaldi at the Australian National University. Dee Walker and Brendan Cullen have life time careers in hospitality, tourism and business management. This hands on team are now long term locals who love entertaining and are passionate about everything Far North Queensland has to offer. Along with our carefully handpicked passionate team we look forward to sharing with you our unique blend of great food, unique atmosphere and friendly warm service.
Vivaldis is centrally located in the heart of Cairns on the 1st Floor of the Mantra Esplanade which is surrounded by the historic Courthhouse Hotel, Cairns Museum and beautiful original Mulgrave Shire building. Only a short walk away from the Cairns Casino, Reef Ferry Terminal and Night Markets.
Should you make a booking?
YES! We don’t aim to turn over our tables quickly and rush you through your dining experience. So for this reason it is always wise to book and avoid disappointment. You can book online via our website or by calling.
Come enjoy Vivaldis...
“The art of Great Food, Unique Atmosphere and Friendly Warm Service.”
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Address
53/57 Esplanade
Cairns, QLD
4870
Opening Hours
Monday | 4pm - 9pm |
Tuesday | 4pm - 9pm |
Wednesday | 4pm - 9pm |
Thursday | 4pm - 9pm |
Friday | 4pm - 9pm |
Saturday | 4pm - 9pm |
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