Nautilus Restaurant
ProHighlights
- Open-air restaurant set among palms and rainforest gardens in Port Douglas
- Three areas, or the whole venue for weddings of 12 to 200 guests
- Retractable canopies over every area for wet-weather events
About Nautilus Restaurant
Nautilus is an outdoor restaurant on Island Point Hill in Port Douglas, reached from Murphy Street or by a path from Macrossan Street. There are no walls, only lush gardens and coconut palms rising above the tables. Events can take one area or the whole venue, for groups from 12 up to 200. Every space has a retractable canopy, so a tropical downpour doesn't end the night. The Courtyard, the original dining area, seats 80 or holds more than 100 standing beneath the palms. The Forest Deck sits among the lit gardens and seats 40 to 50, or 60 or more standing. The Canopy Lounge is the highest point of the property and suits smaller groups, with 20 seats when shared and 40 with sole use. It also works as a pre-dinner cocktail spot. The kitchen writes menus around tropical produce from the region, and the cellar holds a long wine list alongside signature cocktails. Weddings can run from ceremony to reception, while corporate groups use the grounds for dinners and celebrations.
Inclusions & amenities
Venue type
Food & drinks
Features
Pricing
Food
Pescatarian, vegetarian and seafood-free menus are offered, every menu can be made gluten-free, and major allergies are handled with notice.
Beverages
Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can Nautilus host?
Events range from 12 to 200 guests. The Courtyard seats 80, the Forest Deck seats 40 to 50 and the Canopy Lounge seats 40 with sole use, and the whole venue can be booked exclusively.
What happens if it rains?
Every area has retractable canopies that come across in wet weather, so events go ahead while keeping the open-air feel.
Can we hold our wedding ceremony and reception here?
Yes. Nautilus hosts ceremonies, receptions and engagement parties, from intimate elopement dinners to large sit-down banquets or cocktail-style parties.
Is the restaurant air-conditioned?
No. The whole restaurant is open-air, with fans and chilled hand towels to keep guests comfortable in the tropical evenings.
Are children welcome?
Nautilus is not geared to babies or toddlers, and there is no room for prams or highchairs. Older kids can come along, though they eat the same degustation as everyone else.
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Nicole Carmona
in the last week
My partner and I went here for dinner tonight and had such a lovely experience. Luna looked after us and was honestly amazing! She was so friendly, funny and welcoming, and you could tell she genuinely cared about making…
Sergiu Onisii
a week ago
A wonderful fine dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious, the atmosphere was elegant and welcoming, and the service was excellent. The beef and truffle mushrooms were the highlights of the evening simply…
Jemma
3 weeks ago
Seems all dietary requirements are well catered for with advanced notice. The vegetarian menu changes depending on what produce the chefs have to work with on the night. I enjoyed tempura vegetables with miso soup, poach…
William Smaill
a month ago
We enjoyed an incredible meal in a stunning environment. The 5 course meal with the wine pairing was excellent. All dishes were very well put together and made sense as a whole. The paired wines all complemented their c…
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