The Pier Bar
Enjoy waterfront dining at a popular Cairns spot. This restaurant boasts a 4.2-star rating, delicious pizza, cocktails, and live music. Perfect for groups! Book your table today.
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Pub meals, wood-fired pizza and cocktails in a vast, modern space with a terrace and a relaxed vibe.
About The Pier Bar
Located in the heart of Cairns at The Pier Shopping Centre, this vibrant establishment offers a lively dining experience. Known for its delicious pizzas and extensive cocktail menu, it's a favorite among locals and tourists alike. The atmosphere is buzzing, especially with the addition of live music. With a solid 4.2-star rating, it's clear that most diners appreciate the combination of good food and a fun ambiance. Offering a mid-range price point ($$), it provides accessible enjoyment for many. While some reviewers noted occasional inconsistencies in bar service, the majority praise the attentive restaurant staff and overall enjoyable experience. The outdoor seating adds to the appeal, making it a great choice for groups looking to soak in the Cairns vibe. Reservations are accepted.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love The Pier
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
This is for the bar workers. Service for the food and restaurant was amazing but at the bar was a different vibe. Had a female lady serve us and she did not provide friendly service at all. Teach her to not let a bad night affect the way you serve people and provide customer service, if you not up to it don’t come in and work. Not friendly at all. Get someone better. Otherwise food and restaurant service was amazing and all the other works were nice and seemed happy to be there. Had sunday coconut margaritas,l on the verandah, gorgeous over looking incoming tide, very very nice, inconvenient havn to move from verandah where the beautiful breeze is to inside because we re in smokin zone hanmvn food, Shud b Our choice food& drinks where We want, Silly rules...fyi 2 staff serving drinks& delicious cocktails on a sunday is Not enough..... Firstly, we probably aren't the target demographic – we're a middle-aged family with a child. The atmosphere was quite loud, and the live band on the night wasn’t particularly enjoyable for us. However, once the band stopped and regular music played, it created a much more pleasant vibe. The food itself was quite greasy – we ordered fish and chips and calamari. That said, everything was still tasty, and the size of the calamari was surprisingly large, which we appreciated. The absolute standout of the night was the service. The African staff member working behind the food counter during dinner on 29 June was exceptional. She was on top of everything, friendly, helpful, and very accommodating. She ensured our voucher was processed correctly while still making us feel welcomed and looked after. Her service really lifted the overall experience. Would we come back? Probably not, as it wasn’t quite our scene. However, I can see how others in the intended demographic would enjoy it more than we did.
Find the Restaurant
Where to Find Them
The Pier Shopping Centre, 1 Pier Point Rd, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
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Recent Reviews
maddelin P.
June 23, 2025
This is for the bar workers. Service for the food and restaurant was amazing but at the bar was a different vibe. Had a female lady serve us and she did not provide friendly service at all. Teach her to not let a bad night affect the way you serve people and provide customer service, if you not up to it don’t come in and work. Not friendly at all. Get someone better. Otherwise food and restaurant service was amazing and all the other works were nice and seemed happy to be there.
MTNT
November 16, 2025
Had sunday coconut margaritas,l on the verandah, gorgeous over looking incoming tide, very very nice, inconvenient havn to move from verandah where the beautiful breeze is to inside because we re in smokin zone hanmvn food, Shud b Our choice food& drinks where We want, Silly rules...fyi 2 staff serving drinks& delicious cocktails on a sunday is Not enough.....
Philip F.
June 30, 2025
Firstly, we probably aren't the target demographic – we're a middle-aged family with a child. The atmosphere was quite loud, and the live band on the night wasn’t particularly enjoyable for us. However, once the band stopped and regular music played, it created a much more pleasant vibe. The food itself was quite greasy – we ordered fish and chips and calamari. That said, everything was still tasty, and the size of the calamari was surprisingly large, which we appreciated. The absolute standout of the night was the service. The African staff member working behind the food counter during dinner on 29 June was exceptional. She was on top of everything, friendly, helpful, and very accommodating. She ensured our voucher was processed correctly while still making us feel welcomed and looked after. Her service really lifted the overall experience. Would we come back? Probably not, as it wasn’t quite our scene. However, I can see how others in the intended demographic would enjoy it more than we did.
janine M.
October 27, 2025
We have just had lunch and we had the $25 special. We both had the wonderful coral trout and bubbles. Absolutely fantastic and wonderful service. We will be back. Do yourself a favour and have lunch there best value in town. Thank you janine and Vito
Rochelle D.
August 11, 2025
Highly recommended. Great cocktails 🍹 delicious food. Great service
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make The Pier special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Parking
Accessibility
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