The Palm House

Name: The Palm House
Address: Sir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville, AU-QLD, Australia, 4810
Telephone: (07) 4722 2333
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 3.9

3.9

344 Reviews

$41 to $100

International

Top tags:

Buffet restaurant. Alfresco dining. Live cooking stations.

Change what you thought you knew about buffet dining. Showcasing the freshest produce tropical North Queensland has to offer with a little bit of contemporary flair.

The Palm House’s buffet-style dining, live cooking stations serving made-to-order dishes, a show kitchen and an abundance of fresh produce will satisfy to any appetite.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

18 May 2022

May 2022

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

7:00 pm

Booked 27 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
International, Global, International
Hours of Operation
Breakfast
Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am
Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am
Dinner
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(07) 4722 2333
Website
http://www.the-ville.com.au/dine/palm-house/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville, AU-QLD 4810
Area
Townsville CBD
Parking Details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Mimosa
Sparkling wine & orange juice
Bloody Mary
Ketel One Vodka, tomato juice, Sichuan pepper, sriracha & fresh celery
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, prosecco & soda
The Palm House Colada
Bacardi, Malibu, pineapple juice & coconut cream
Espresso Martini
Ketel One Vodka, Kahlúa, Licor 43 & espresso
Mango Daiquiri
Bacardi, mango cheek & lemon juice
Ameretto Sour
Amaretto Disaronno, lemon juice, sugar, egg white, lemon & cherry
Limoncello Sour
Limoncello, lemon juice, sugar & egg white
My Cuppa Tea
Captain Morgan Gold, spiced herbs & apple. Served warm in a teapot
The Palm House Passionfruit
White Sambuca, passionfruit liqueur, lime & grapefruit juice
Mango Mojito
Bacardi, mint, lime, sugar syrup & mango purée

Kids' Crazy Mocktails

Cheeky Colada$12.00
Coconut cream & pineapple juice
Mango Mule$12.00
Mango, non-alcoholic ginger beer, lime juice & mint

Spirits

Served with your choice of mixer

Vodka

Smirnoff
Ketel One
Belvedere
Grey Goose

Gin

Gordon's
Gordon's Pink
Tanqueray
Hendrick's
The Ville Tropical Gin

Tequila

Espolón Reposado
Herradura Plata

Whisky

Johnnie Walker Red
Jameson
Canadian Club
Chivas Regal
Johnnie Walker Black
Glenfiddich 12yo

Bourbon

George Dickel
Jim Beam
Jack Daniel's
Maker's Mark
Wild Turkey
Gentleman Jack

Rum

Bundaberg
Captain Morgan
Bacardi
Sailor Jerry
Kraken
Bundaberg Small Batch

Brandy

St-Rémy

Liqueurs

Baileys
Malibu
Kahlúa
Passoã
Limoncello
Cointreau
Midori
Frangelico

Beer & Cider

Great Northern Zero
Great Northern Supercrisp
Great Northern Original
XXXX Gold
Colonial Draught
Colonial Pale Ale
Corona
Peroni Draught
Brookvale Union Alcoholic
Ginger Beer
Bertie Cider

Juice & Soft Drink

Juice

Orange
Apple
Pineapple
Cranberry
Tomato

Soft Drink

Glass $4.50 / Bottle $5 / Jug $14

Coca-Cola
Sprite
Coke
No Sugar
Lift
Raspberry Lemonade

Water

Aqua Panna Still Water
- 1L$10.00
San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
- 1L$10.00

Tea, Coffee & Milkshakes

Iced Coffee$7.00
Iced Chocolate$7.00
Iced Long Black$4.00
Iced Latte$4.00
Add Syrups$0.50
Hazelnut | vanilla | caramel | chai
Milkshake$7.50
Chocolate | strawberry | vanilla

Tea

$3.50

Breakfast
Green
Peppermint
Chamomile
Earl Grey

Barista Coffee

Cup $4 / Mug $4.50

Cappuccino
Flat White
Latte
Short Black
Long Black
Short Macchiato
Long Macchiato
Mocha
Hot Chocolate

Wine List

Sparkling

NV the Habitat Brut Cuvée, Central Highlands, NSW
NV Pizzini Prosecco, King Valley, VIC
NV Pizzini Lana Moscato, King Valley, VIC
NV, GH Mumm Grand Cordon, Champagne, France

White

2019 The Habitat Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Central Highlands, NSW
2019 The Habitat Chardonnay, Central Highlands, NSW
2020 Leftfield Pinot Gris, Hawkes Bay, NZ
2019 Vickery Eden Valley Riesling, Eden Valley, SA
2019 Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
2019 Pizzini Arneis, King Valley, VIC
2016 Ten Minutes by Tractor 10X Chardonnay, Mornington Peninsula, VIC

Rosé

2019 Artea Rosé, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France
2019 Howard Vineyard 400m Rosé, Adelaide Hills, SA

Red

2019 The Habitat Shiraz, Central Highlands, NSW
2018 Rob Dolan True Colours Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC
2019 Round Two Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Barossa Valley, SA
2018 Rusden Wines Driftsand GSM Barossa Valley, SA
2018 Pizzini Sangiovese Shiraz, King Valley, VIC
2018 Chard Farm River Run Pinot Noir, Central Otago, NZ

What 344 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4Service
4Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tropical North Queensland
Group Bookings
Tropical North Queensland
Scenic View
Tropical North Queensland
Special Occasions
Tropical North Queensland
Most Booked
Townsville
Most Booked

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Court
Tropical North Queensland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favourite place for a Sunday breakfast! Great quality food, lots of healthy options.
L
Linda
Tropical North Queensland
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall2food3service1ambience2
Always looking for waiter to take drink orders. Dishes slow to be cleared. Waiters appeared to be unhappy and effort to do their jobs. Not one smiled and not enthusiastic to be there.
TC
TenielC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for a belated mother's Day breakfast buffet and it was awesome great value for money and the food was spot on, the service was awesome as well.
KR
KatieR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
AMAZING!! So delicious, the food was fantastic and the service and staff were next to none. So happy we went there
PH
PaulH
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
My husband and I took advantage of the $20 locals buffet breakfast and it was fantastic.
RT
RikT
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience3
Was a good outing for the whole family catered to all different types of taste buds. Will def be back
ND
NatD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience3
The Palm House was set out really nicely. The decor was very tropical and light which set the mood for a relaxing dining experience. Not being a seafood eater, I found that there wasn't a lot of dishes to choose from. I think there could have been more for the non-seafood eaters. In saying that though, what there was to choose from was great quality and very tasty. We were told when we arrived that we didn't need to go to the bar to order drinks, that a waiter/waitress would make sure that we always had a drink if we needed one. However, after our first drink, no one seemed keen to ask if we wanted another one. Luckily we could access water ourselves. The price seemed fairly reasonable but needed more non-seafood dishes to choose from.
G
Gillie52
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience5
Most of the hot food was cold, it was edible but would be better if was Hot, the rest of the meal was great I love prawns & mussel . Thank you.
KS
KirstyS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall3food2service4ambience2
Great set up & service and great place to eat, however a lot of the food was quite cold and not as fresh as it could of been!!
TI
TITAAH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and great food choices. Staff were fantastic and very friendly and helpful. The venue was clean and the atmosphere was great.
AD
AmandaD
Deactivated - Far North Queensland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Relaxed, family friendly dining. Fresh food offerings, friendly service and well priced drinks list.
S
Sweetie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
The staff are friendly and courteous. No request is too much for them. I had asked if they could take our photo and they were only too happy to assist. The food was wonderful. We will definitely be going there again. Love the place.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tropical North Queensland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was extremely fresh, with great service!
DC
DeanC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent buffet breakfast, high quality food and great service. Thank you.
NC
NatalieC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic place for a buffet meal, we always enjoy all the food.
R
Rosie14
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Great atmosphere, very clean with plenty of food to choose from. Very enjoyable.
HC
HermanC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We loved the food, good service. Great value for money, will most definitely recommend this venue.
C
Cerelia
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
The hot food was delicious although a little confronting to see a pig in half right in-front of you. The service was incredible and even made drinks off the menu for us as non of the cocktails tickled our fancy but were very accommodating! The desserts were delicious although tasted somewhat artificial. Some of them where just a bit powdery or could taste the gelatine. Overall it was an incredible night but as someone who does not eat seafood, $60 is a little too much in my opinion
LK
LibK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Always an amazing range of food, something for most people, great relaxed vibe
KF
KristyF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My fiancé and I are so pleased with our experience and the coffee was divine. We will be back again!
GS
GyanS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Breakfast buffet was a good option!! Lots of food options, everything was beautifully cooked. Lots of fresh fruit too. Loved the sago pudding options. Basic tea, coffee and juice was included or you could splurge for something a bit more fancy.
PC
PatriciaC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The breakfast buffet is always great my husband and I really enjoying going to the Palm house for Breakfast.
SS
SharitaS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
very nice and pleasant place to go with family and friends would be great if we had more aption on vegetarian cooked meals . looking forward to be back again and definitely recommend to other to try it out
DB
DeborahB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot, only after Covid would like to have seen the serving spoons at the buffet cleaned throughout our time there, which was not done.
CD
CorrynDumont
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious, service was friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
a
annc
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
You want great food great taste and wow value for money and all you food hearts desires yes please 😍😍😍
CW
CateW
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall2food1service5ambience4
Very basic breakfast buffet choices, none done particularly well. The bacon had an odd taste and had obviously sat in the container for while. The pastries were basic and were not refilled regularly, the croissants were very hard. Service was good and the surroundings lovely. Very disappointing food, especially considering the cost.
C
Cchan
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall2food3service1ambience5
Called in regards to the price got there and the price had changed- I advised that I called in regards to this and both staff members were very rude and said this will be the only time do you understand which made me very standoffish because I was just letting them know. Then the staff member who was walking us to our table kept staring at me the whole breakfast so I wasn’t very happy
RO
RONALDOl
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and good service all the staff..thanks
C
Cirp
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great service, friendly staff, good variety of food. Overall happy
BH
BerylH
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall3food2service3ambience3
Mussels and pippies were not nice not enough hot dishes and soup cold
L
Linda
Tropical North Queensland
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall3food4service2ambience3
Table service was very slow with drinks and clearing plates.
BS
BarryS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good, better outside beside the pool for our large gathering, very tropical, just perfect. Outside won us !!. Very casual which was perfect.
JH
JillianH
Brisbane
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and choice. So tasty. Would have liked to see bigger prawns and bugs but overall really lovely.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Woderful food, clean, great staff . Only downside was people letting their kids help themselves, standing on plate shelves to reach , fingers on chic fountain etc etc. . We left early because of this.
DR
DanielR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 29 April 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
Excellent service and the most amazing food but the tables we were given were a bit small, but changing plate every dish made up for that. The only thing was that our drinks too around 30 minutes to get and they were watered down. Could’ve been a busy night as I’ve worked food before and can understand busy nights but just thought I’d add that note, otherwise excellent all in all.
MS
MelissaS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 29 April 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Disappointed, the website showed adult price on a Friday night being $20 cheaper then charging price. Good range of food. But quality was less then price charged for an adult, $59.95 per adult. Would have been happier to pay the website price $39.95.
DM
DeanneM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 28 April 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food especially the salads and hot food - favourite was the sweet sour pork. Little disappointed with the cheese and crackers and deserts. Would be nice to have more cakes and slices. The lemon cake had not been replenished, just the crust was left.
SM
SkyeMF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Dinner was great, lots of variety. I liked the offer of cheese and sea food. lots of options both sweet and savory and the kids loved the cupcake station. price is not so family friendly especially outside of kids eat free and for the kids mocktails but definitely a nice place for a celebration
T
Tm78
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 27 April 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Enjoyed the food that was offered on the buffet especially the pork belly

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Palm House is rated 3.9 stars by 344 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

18 May 2022

May 2022

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

7:00 pm

Booked 27 times today

Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville, AU-QLD 4810

Additional information

Area
Townsville CBD
Hours of Operation
Breakfast
Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am
Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am
Dinner
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
International, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.the-ville.com.au/dine/palm-house/
Phone number
(07) 4722 2333

The Palm House

Make a reservation

Additional information

Cocktails

Mimosa

Bloody Mary

Aperol Spritz

The Palm House Colada

Espresso Martini

Mango Daiquiri

Ameretto Sour

Limoncello Sour

My Cuppa Tea

The Palm House Passionfruit

Mango Mojito

Kids' Crazy Mocktails

Cheeky Colada$12.00

Mango Mule$12.00

Spirits

Vodka

Smirnoff

Ketel One

Belvedere

Grey Goose

Gin

Gordon's

Gordon's Pink

Tanqueray

Hendrick's

The Ville Tropical Gin

Tequila

Espolón Reposado

Herradura Plata

Whisky

Johnnie Walker Red

Jameson

Canadian Club

Chivas Regal

Johnnie Walker Black

Glenfiddich 12yo

Bourbon

George Dickel

Jim Beam

Jack Daniel's

Maker's Mark

Wild Turkey

Gentleman Jack

Rum

Bundaberg

Captain Morgan

Bacardi

Sailor Jerry

Kraken

Bundaberg Small Batch

Brandy

St-Rémy

Liqueurs

Baileys

Malibu

Kahlúa

Passoã

Limoncello

Cointreau

Midori

Frangelico

Beer & Cider

Great Northern Zero

Great Northern Supercrisp

Great Northern Original

XXXX Gold

Colonial Draught

Colonial Pale Ale

Corona

Peroni Draught

Brookvale Union Alcoholic

Ginger Beer

Bertie Cider

Juice & Soft Drink

Juice

Orange