The Benson Restaurant and Bar

Bars

Restaurant and Cafe

Food & Wine

Savour local delicacies while enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of Far North Queensland at The Benson Restaurant and Bar.
Unwind on the terrace level, soaking in the relaxed sophistication of Cairns' vibrant dining scene.
Indulge in an array of cocktails crafted to perfection, perfect for a laid-back evening with friends.
Experience live music that enhances your dining experience, creating memorable nights in a family-friendly setting.

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Google Rating

4.1 / 5 27 Google reviews

Enjoy your days and nights at terrace level! Capturing the essence and tranquility of Far North Queensland, The Benson Bar and Restaurant is a combination of relaxation and sophistication, offering an array of cocktails, modern dining and local delicacies.

With the restaurant opening from early morning and the bar till late, there is plenty of time to indulge, unwind and enjoy!

19°C Partly cloudy

4.1 / 5 27 Google reviews

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Restaurant Deck Area - Level 3 — Restaurant Deck Area – Level 3

Contact and Booking Channels

Cairns, Queensland

Address: 50 Grafton Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870, Australia
Price range: Between $20 and $40
Phone: 07 4046 0300
Email: hello@thebensonhotel.com.au
Social: Facebook · Instagram · Tripadvisor · Google

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Lat -16.92402, Lng 145.77627

Booking Channels

Accreditations

QLD – Tourism Tropical North Qld

Features

Alfresco/Outdoor Dining
Bar
Delivery available
Family Friendly
Live Music
Private Dining Area
Suitable for Functions

General access

Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.

Communication

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)

Physical – Mobility

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
Seating in common areas including reception area

Physical – Wheelchair

Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
Step free access to the conference or function room
Lifts with enough space for people using a mobility aid to enter and turn around to use the lift buttons. Buttons are at accessible height.
Doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy).
An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.
Step free access to room (Entrance to the room wheelchair accessible with step free greater than 5mm or has a doorway threshold ramp not exceeding 1:8 for 450mm length).
Enough space for a wheelchair to move around three sides of a double king sized bed (A pathway of 1200mm minimum width is required for wheelchair access).
A wheelchair accessible bathroom (Entrance to bathroom must have step free greater than 5mm or a doorway threshold ramp not exceeding 1:8 for 450mm. Bathrooms dimensions must be no less than 2000mm X 2500mm. Have a hobless (step free) shower recess. Shower recess must have at least 1100 x 1100mm clear area for wheelchair access (no door). Have a slip resistant fold down seat or fixed seat in shower .Seat must be at least 900mm long.).
A shower curtain (no door).

Allergies and intolerances

Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
Equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator.

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