01 April 2025
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Multiple waves of immigration from around the world have given Broome restaurants and cafes a flavour all of their own.
While this might be a small country town by the sea, its culinary scene is booming and locals are passionate foodies. A lot of options are packed into this relatively small space, so we’ve rounded up our top picks (with insider help from Broome residents) for your next trip.
Hidden Gem: The Good Cartel
Most Family Friendly: Broome Fishing Club
Best Outdoor Dining: The Bay Club
Best Views: Sunset Grill
For Date Night: Johnny Sausage
You’ve never had a drive-through like this before. Tucked in behind a McDonald’s and a Domino’s, a small shack stands in the middle of an unassuming car park. Out the front is a food truck offering drive-through. This is The Good Cartel.
It may be small, but it’s mighty. Adorable decor gives it a young and hip vibe, benches and long wooden tables make it the perfect casual setting to chill for a moment, and the food is actually incredible.
Choose from the varied burger menu or opt for something a bit lighter with the sushi and sushi salad menu. This is where locals in the know prefer to get their coffee.
Cuisine: Burgers and coffee
Atmosphere: Casual
Price: $
Location: 3 Weld St, Djugun
Sip on flavourful cocktails while overlooking Roebuck Bay.
Hidden at the back of The Mangrove Hotel, The Bay Club is a stylish outdoor restaurant reminiscent of Bali’s famed beach clubs. Overlooking Roebuck Bay, lounge in a day bed, curl up in a cabana or grab a table and while away the hours in tropical surroundings.
Listen to live music, indulge in cocktails, have a cold beer and sample the Kimberley’s best produce, including fresh seafood. The pizzas here are also excellent.
It also makes for the perfect place to view the incredible natural phenomenon, ‘Staircase to the moon’. For two to three days a month between March and October, you can relax with dinner and enjoy the live music as the moon rises over Roebuck Bay.
Cuisine: Seafood, woodfired pizza
Atmosphere: Beach lounge
Price: $$$
Location: The Mangrove Hotel, 47 Carnarvon St, Broome
Johnny Sausage ticks all the boxes for a relaxed and chic Italian dinner.
Another favourite inside The Mangrove Hotel, Johnny Sausage serves up authentic Italian cuisine, while keeping the atmosphere fun and quirky. Not to mention they boast one of the most raved-about service staffs in town.
The duck ravioli and crab arancini balls are a particular hit, but you can’t really go wrong. Ask the sommelier for suggestions to pair your dinner with their extensive and unique wine menu.
Re-opening April 30th 2025.
Cuisine: Italian
Atmosphere: Chic
Price: $$$
Location: The Mangrove Hotel, 47 Carnarvon St, Broome
Settle down with a few beers at Spinifex Brewery. (Image: Queen Tide Creative)
Sitting along Cable Beach, it’s not just the view that makes Spinifex Brewery Cable Beach such an alluring spot to dine. There’s an energetic atmosphere, whether you’re there for a Friday night party or a relaxing Sunday sesh, perpetuated by friendly staff. It’s also a perfect spot for families, complete with a playground, gubinge (Kakadu Plum) garden and an outdoor stage and screen for entertainment.
Get ready for a tasty modern Australian menu with a side of authentic woodfired pizzas, all crafted with a focus on fresh seasonal produce. Wash it all down with Spinifex Brewery beers; all of the mid-strength products are made right on-site and moved straight from tank to tap.
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Atmosphere: Family-friendly
Price: $$-$$$
Location: 7 Sanctuary Rd, Cable Beach
Tropical vibes at Papa Fuego.
From classic street food dishes made to share to hearty mains, the South American food on display at Papa Fuego makes the restaurant worthy of its name.
Boasting a long wine menu and priding itself on its cocktails (the espresso martini has a killer reputation, for those who partake), it still all centres around the food. The pork belly is a big hit, as is the ceviche, but be sure to save room for churros.
Even the decor is fire, with bold, bright colours and patterns coming together along with upbeat staff and pumping tunes to create an eclectic dining experience.
Open during the dry season.
Cuisine: South American
Atmosphere: Vibrant
Price: $$-$$$
Location: 2 Louis St, Broome
Cichetti Club champions a modern European menu. (Image: Supplied)
You don’t need to be a guest at Cable Beach Club Resort to dine at its restaurants – and with food this good, they’re worth visiting all on their own.
Cichetti Club is the spot for modern European dining fare – handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and bold, unexpected flavour twists from around the globe. Come together to bond over small share plates, a glass of wine and modern Italian food big on both heart and flavour.
Cuisine: European fusion
Atmosphere: Elegant
Price: $$$
Location: Cable Beach Club Resort
Watch the sun go down with a drink in hand at Sunset Grill.
If you’re looking for a more casual spot to watch the sunset over Cable Beach, head to Sunset Grill. It’s known for its buffet breakfast, which has a few standout options depending on the day – fingers crossed for the smashed dukkah avocado. Or drop by for lunch and dinner to explore an impressive fresh seafood menu with that same unbeatable view.
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Atmosphere: Relaxed
Price: $$$
Location: Cable Beach Club Resort
Start your day with chilli scrambled eggs. (Image: Haven Broome)
Haven is a bright, welcoming spot in the heart of Broome’s Chinatown, known for its good coffee, fresh salads and excellent toasties. The decor is clean and modern with just the right amount of character, making it an easy place to settle in for a relaxed brunch or quick bite. Coffee comes courtesy of Little Owl Coffee Roasters, a WA favourite, and the menu features familiar brunch staples with a twist – all served with warm, friendly service.
Open daily from 6:30am, Haven caters to both locals and visitors looking for quality dine-in or grab-and-go options. Whether you’re refuelling mid-exploration or just easing into the day, it’s a reliable go-to for simple, well-executed food in a central location.
Cuisine: Cafe fare
Atmosphere: Laid-back
Price: $
Location: Shop 17/8 Short St, Broome
A guided gin tasting with gourmet cheese at Moontide Distillery. (Image: Shot by Thom)
It’s not just the food scene having a renaissance in Broome, craft alcohols are on the rise. Opened in 2020, Moontide Distillery is leading the way in craft liquor, even boasting a few awards for their unique gin flavours – like The Pearler’s Gin, crafted with actual oyster mantle. Moontide aims to keep its ingredients locally sourced, including local oysters and working with a local Indigenous company for their native botanical ingredients.
Take a tour to see the behind-the-scenes action and be inspired by the enthusiasm of the lead distiller, Andrew Davidson. Then settle in for a tasting, accompanied by a hearty cheese plate.
Cuisine: Tastings, cheese boards
Atmosphere: Boutique
Price: $$$
Location: 17 Gwendoline Crossing, Bilingurr
Named for the owner’s son, Jack’s Restaurant & Bar inside Eco Beach Resort is a consistent hit, and a truly unique remote dining experience.
With tables set up quite literally on the beach, you’ll get stunning views of Eco Beach all day long. They keep things casual for breakfast and lunch, but it turns from a cafe into a restaurant come dinnertime. The menu is crafted from fresh local produce wherever possible; in fact, much of it comes from their onsite produce garden, which guests are encouraged to take a stroll through.
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Atmosphere: Beachside
Price: $$
Location: Eco Beach Resort, Lot 323 Great Northern Highway, Broome
Enjoy classic RSL fare at this popular spot.
With free entry and an open invitation to the general public, it’s hard to beat a classic RSL like Broome’s. This is a place for locals, by locals, but the staff are so friendly and welcome anyone can belong.
While they offer the classic fare, they’re not afraid to throw in a contemporary menu item like the pulled pork and applesauce pizza. Not to mention the drinks are particularly well-priced. The best part is, while the quality means the place should be backed, you’ll never feel crowded, and you can sit and relax with your food.
Cuisine: Classic Aussie pub food
Atmosphere: Welcoming
Price: $
Location: 14 Robinson St, Broome
Enjoy a succulent Thai meal.
For those wanting a more casual affair, you can’t go wrong at the Broome Courthouse Markets. While only small, it’s a popular market with a good bang for your buck. Stop by for breakfast or lunch with fresh fruit, doughnuts and even Filipino-style empanadas on offer for your snacking needs as you wander through the local arts, crafts, clothing, pearls and more.
Saturdays are a given, but other opening times vary throughout the year, so be sure to check the website before you go. Get there early, like the locals, to avoid the heat.
Cuisine: Global street food
Atmosphere: Casual
Price: $
Location: 8 Hamersley St, Broome
Pop into Dragonfly Cafe for a quality brew and sweet treat.
Just a stone’s throw away from Dampier Creek, you can dine on wicker chairs at Dragonfly Cafe under a huge, street-side rotunda or escape the heat inside this country-style cafe for a cold brew (or hot) coffee catch-up with friends.
This cheerful community cafe, renowned for its friendly service, offers sumptuous breakfast options with a subtle focus on healthy meals and plenty of icy drinks to keep you hydrated in the heat. Begin the day with the Dragonfly Burger or their Eggs Benedict twist. You’ll also find a good range of options for different dietary requirements.
Cuisine: Healthy cafe fare
Atmosphere: Cheerful
Price: $$
Location: 3/6 Carnarvon St, Broome
The all-day cafe menu has a mix of brunch classics. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)
The Green Mango Cafe is everything you want from modern cafe-style cuisine: an all-day breakfast menu featuring staples like Eggs Benedict, plus salads, burgers and a few items out of left field for lunch.
While the cafe decor isn’t anything unique, you can sit inside or outside and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff.
Cuisine: Brunch classics, burgers
Atmosphere: Relaxed
Price: $
Location: 2/12 Carnarvon St, Broome
Make a beeline for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine at Cairo Cafe.
For something completely different, head to Cairo Cafe for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. It may look simple from the outside, but when they say authentic, they mean it – the owners were classmates together in Egypt before deciding to opt for a sea change and bring their culture to Broome.
Be sure to try the handmade falafels and lamb shawarma, and be prepared to line up for it if you show up on a Friday or Saturday night.
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Atmosphere: Casual
Price: $
Location: 7/16 Frederick St, Broome
The aptly named restaurant is famous for all things mango. (Image: The Mango Place)
At first, it doesn’t look like much – a ramshackle collection of plastic chairs and wooden tables in the red dirt, beneath a canopy of fringed palms and multi-coloured lanterns – but this mango farm (which makes its own mango wine, port, jam and more) does the best woodfired pizza in Broome, or technically just outside of it.
It also presents a range of mango-themed menu items, like beef and mango pie, mango smoothies and mango liqueur cake. To get to the Mango Place, drive north from Broome towards Derby until you come to a sign called ‘12 Mile’ – it’s a satellite suburb 12 miles north of Broome.
Cuisine: Woodfired pizza, mango specialties
Atmosphere: Rustic
Price: $$
Location: Lot 4, 12 mile/120 Kanagae Dr, Broome
Every town needs a decent takeaway kebab spot, and in Broome, Land Of Pharaohs fills that position.
Touted by locals as the best kebabs in the Kimberley, there’s no denying that the ingredient quality here is much higher than your average kebab in the big cities. The meat is tender, the salad is fresh and the bread is deliciously soft.
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Atmosphere: Low-key
Price: $-$$
Location: 8 Short St, Broome
Spice up your day with Indian classics. (Image: Little Indian Restaurant)
It didn’t take long for Little Indian Restaurant to become a regular for the locals – the food is absolutely phenomenal.
Not only do they proudly boast the best authentic Indian food in Broome (with main portion sizes so large they could feed two people), but they also claim the best quality ingredients, best preparation and quality and friendly service. Homemade masalas and homegrown fresh herbs are just par for the course.
Cuisine: North Indian
Atmosphere: Welcoming
Price: $$
Location: 3/16 Frederick St, Broome
Very much considered the best Vietnamese in Broome, Mr Saigon is loved for its large, tasty meals and fast service.
The rice paper rolls and beef Thai salad are popular choices when you’re in the mood for something lighter, while the phở and stir fry varieties really hit the spot when you’re after something more hearty.
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Atmosphere: Casual
Price: $$
Location: 5/19 Dampier Terrace, Broome
Fresh seafood and elevated pub classics at Cable Beach House. (Image: Pia Boyer @ Queentide Creative)
With its prime beachfront location, Cable Beach House draws both locals and visitors keen to catch that iconic Broome sunset over the ocean. The revamped venue comes with a refreshed menu that leans into fresh seafood and elevated pub classics, served up as share plates ideal for grazing with friends as the sky turns gold.
Breakfast caters to both the leisurely and the on-the-go – think chilli scrambled eggs with prawns, indulgent pancake stacks, or a quick coffee and takeaway from the kiosk. Whether you’re easing into the day or winding it down with a sunset drink, this spot nails the balance between relaxed and refined.
Cuisine: Modern Australian, seafood
Atmosphere: Coastal
Price: $$
Location: Cable Beach Rd W, Broome
A local favourite, head over to Broome Fishing Club to find the popular fish and chip food truck parked outside from Friday to Sunday. With views over beautiful Roebuck Bay, the menu is kept classic and simple. Think potato scallops (or cakes, depending on which state you’re from), fish and chips and burgers.
Cuisine: Fish & chips
Atmosphere: Breezy
Price: $
Location: Lot 956 Kabbarli Rd, Broome
Enjoy relaxed fine dining and Asian flavours. (Image: Taryn Yeates)
Not only is Bali Hai on our list of top accommodation options in Broome, but it also has a super tasty restaurant. The vibe here is relaxed fine dining, with Western cuisine peppered with Asian flavour influences. Think pan-seared barramundi with Thai red sauce and Thai basil salad, Chinese dumplings, and surf and turf with truffle and thyme mash. The result is some of the best food in Broome. They use locally sourced produce as much as possible and put a lot of effort into their wine and cocktail lists.
A top tip on a hot day is to try and bag a window seat though, the aircon can be a little spotty.
Cuisine: Modern Australian, Asian fusion
Atmosphere: Romantic
Price: $$-$$$
Location: 6 Murray Rd, Cable Beach
Kichi Kichi serves up contemporary Thai cuisine.
Another gem from Cable Beach Club, this lively restaurant brings a fun and contemporary take on your favourite Thai cuisine. Dishes like the Thai-style tuna crudo with passion fruit, coriander, puffed rice and coconut nam prik are a real crowd pleaser, despite the unexpected combination. While the Feed Me set menu is a popular dining option.
As with most Cable Beach Club offerings, the service is friendly and prompt (that last one isn’t always a given in small towns). There is a smart casual dress code, so be sure to swap out those thongs for something more substantial before wandering up from Cable Beach.
Cuisine: Contemporary Thai
Atmosphere: Lively
Price: $$
Location: Carnarvon Street Paspaley Plaza Shopping Centre, Broome
Tucked inside a shopping mall opposite Coles, DMK – The Kitchen might not seem like an obvious choice, but it delivers big on flavour. Specialising in authentic Balinese cuisine, this small restaurant serves up vibrant, fresh dishes – from traditional favourites to modern, creative spins.
The menu includes plenty of gluten-free and vegetarian options, making it an easy pick for something different and seriously mouth-watering.
Cuisine: Balinese fusion
Atmosphere: No-frills
Price: $$
Location: Shop 24 Paspaley Plaza, 8 Short Street, Broome
Grab irresistible takeaway dessert at The Food Lab.
For those with Italian on the brain, you’ll get your pizza and pasta fix at The Food Lab. The fact it’s headed by two Italian chefs should tell you all you need to know, but in case it doesn’t, this artisanal kitchen focuses on authentic, fresh pizza and pasta the way Nonna made it. That is, generous portions, reasonable prices and always served with a smile.
Cuisine: Italian (pizza & pasta)
Atmosphere: Homely
Price: $$
Location: Unit 2a/63 Robinson St, Broome
Originally written by Kassia Byrnes with updates by Leah McLennan
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