The Honest Truth About Cairns' Dining Scene š½ļø
Let's cut through the hype - Cairns isn't exactly a culinary capital, but here's the real deal on where to find decent meals when you're craving something reliable: š£ The Unexpected Savior: Conveyor Belt Sushi ā¢ Surprisingly fresh fish considering the location ā¢ Reasonably priced compared to other options in town ā¢ Air-conditioned comfort (a major plus in the tropical heat) ā¢ Pro tip: Go during lunch hour when turnover is highest š The Reality Check When all else fails: ā McDonald's becomes your safest bet (sad but true) ā Even the sushi spot has better quality control than many "local" restaurants š« What to Avoid Overly Sweet Asian Dishes That "Hainanese" chicken? Dry meat drowning in syrup-like sauce Stir-fried noodles that might as well be dessert Bibimbap that's more sugar than spice Tourist Trap Restaurants Places with oversized menus = red flag Anything described as "Aussie-Asian fusion" š“ Survival Tips for Foodies ā¢ Lower your expectations dramatically ā¢ Seek out places frequented by Japanese tourists (they know good sushi) ā¢ Supermarkets actually have decent pre-made meals ā¢ When in doubt, a meat pie from 7-Eleven won't betray you The Silver Lining At least you're here for: āļø The Great Barrier Reef.š The amazing tropical fruits.š¹ Fantastic waterfront drinking spots. #Australia #Cairns#CairnsTruth #TravelReality #FoodieSurvivalGuide
