If you’re a foodie, planning where to eat on your Norfolk Island holiday might just be one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make. If you’d planned your accommodation, flights and touring options with a travel package, finding the best places to enjoy local cuisine is definitely the next step! The team at Spacifica Travel are Norfolk Island experts, who have the inside scoop on some of the best restaurants, cafés and dining experiences on Norfolk Island.

Best Brekkies

A great breakfast kick starts a great day for Norfolk Island exploring. If a cup of tea or coffee and a slice of toast sounds like your perfect breakfast, then you should consider choosing Norfolk Island accommodation package with self-catering facilities. Equipped with a fridge, toaster, microwave and a kettle, these properties are great if you’re not fussed with dining out. If you’re looking for a fuss-free breakfast option, consider looking for a Norfolk Island package deal that includes breakfast, or breakfast supplies in the package price. These packages are perfect for anyone that likes to wake up, eat and get straight into their Norfolk Island travel adventures.

For those that enjoy sitting down at a café, there are a number of great options on the island. In the centre of Burnt Pine you’ll find The Golden Orb Café and The Olive Café. Both are firm favourites with the locals, and have a warm and welcoming atmosphere. You’ll find their menus written on a blackboard or butcher paper, filled with dishes made from fresh and seasonal ingredients. A little further down the road is The Boatshed at Governor’s Lodge, where you can find all your favourite breakfast items in a relaxed, nautical setting.

Lovely Lunch Stops

If you have a jam packed itinerary, you’re going to want somewhere to stop for a quick pick-me-up while on your Norfolk Island holiday. While there are plenty of places to eat on Norfolk Island, here are a few great stops for a quick lunch or snack:

• Hilli Restaurant & Café
• Seriously Chocolate
• The Lounge Bar at Governor’s Lodge
• Two Chimneys Winery

Delicious Dinners

There’s nothing better than sitting down to a nice dinner and a drink at the end of a long day adventuring. For a contemporary meal, make sure to head to Bailey’s Restaurant. The iconic centrepiece of Governor’s Lodge, this restaurant sits in a beautifully restored house and offers historic ambience and a modern Australian à la carte menu.

Castaway Restaurant & Bar is located in the heart of Burnt Pine at Castaway Norfolk Island and is the perfect place for a casual dining experience. They are best known for their wood-fired pizza night on Fridays, and having one of the most remote breweries in the Pacific.

These are popular dining venues and bookings are essential. You don’t want to miss out!

Foodie Tours

If you like food with a side of scenery or history, then consider a food Norfolk Island tour. These are a great way to get to know the island, culture, and locals all while filling your belly.

Breakfast Bushwalk & Clifftop Breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so you may as well make it the most exciting. For those that like to get up and go, then the Breakfast Bushwalk is for you. Enjoy a stroll through the national park, either along the Bridle Track, or along the scenic Mount Bates (the highest point on the island) to the Captain Cook monument. Along the way you’ll learn about the local flora and the bird life on the island and, at the end, you’ll be rewarded with panoramic ocean views and a hunger-busting breakfast.

The Clifftop Breakfast tour is perfect if you want to skip the bushwalk and enjoy a sleep-in. Join the walkers at the Captain Cook Monument and share in spectacular views, the festivities and a delicious barbecue breakfast.

Island Fish Fry

Island Fish Fry is a must-do Norfolk Island dinner option. Experience a mouth-watering feast of local favourites, including the famous fresh fish prepared the local way. All the while, you’ll be treated to live music, island entertainment, and a magnificent Norfolk Island sunset. There are two locations for the fish fry, one offering an eagle-eyed view of the sprawling ocean and the beautiful crescent-shaped beach below. The other is in a breathtaking coastal location on the western side property ‘Orn Dar Cliff’. Be sure to ask us if you need help deciding!

Progressive Dinner

Norfolk Islanders are some of the friendliest people around. So it’s no wonder they’re more than welcome to invite you into their home for dinner! During the Progressive Dinner tour you’ll enjoy a three-course meal progressing to different Norfolk Island family homes. Each host has a sensational story to share, and a passion for this little island paradise. This experience is the best way to get a real feel of life on Norfolk Island.

Book your Norfolk Island Holiday Today

Are you getting hungry yet? Contact the team at Spacifica Travel to book in your Norfolk Island holiday and get you ready to experience the incredible food on the island. Call the team on 1800 800 722 or enquire online to get in touch with our Norfolk Island experts.