Whether you find yourself in the heart of Brisbane or on the coast in Cairns, there's no doubt a rooftop restaurant right around the corner. Queensland has the perfect climate for outdoor dining and what's better than taking in a breathtaking view while enjoying your lunch or dinner?

We share our 7 favourite Queensland Rooftop Restaurants - have you visited any of these?

1 Rocco, Cairns

Known as the highest point to eat in Cairns, Rocco is a proud reflection of Mediterranean history mingled with a contemporary take on the cuisine. Eating here is an experience, a sharing experience, but it’s more than just food alone. They have an amazing drinks menu, as well as Mediterranean prints and earth tones that have set the scene for an awesome lunch or dinner out. Find out more here.

2 Circa Rooftop, Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast

Heading to the Sunshine Coast? Well, you can’t miss out on the Circa Rooftop, perched high at the top of The Kontiki building in the heart of the new Maroochydore CBD. They can even host functions to serve 250 guests perfectly and have a diverse and delicious menu on offer.

3 Blackbird, Brisbane

Blackbird in Brisbane is known as one of the top restaurants in all of Queensland. And the best bit, it's right on the water with spectacular views of Brisbane city. It has seating inside and outside to suit everyone's needs and an amazing food and drinks menu. Find out more here.

4 Lennon’s Pool Bar

Shopping and sunbaking in one day? This Brisbane city pool bar and restaurant offers the best of both worlds, with a killer position and an open-air rooftop area hidden above the hustle and bustle of the streets below. It’s the perfect place to go for a true rooftop escape. Read more here.

5 Muller Bros, Rooftop Restaurant, Toowoomba

Want to head further out of town? Then Muller Bros is where you should try! This rooftop restaurant in Toowoomba offers a great food and drinks menu and a cosy, intimate atmosphere. The only downside is that space is limited, so make sure you get in early. The rooftop is open on weekends, from 7-12 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and Sundays 3pm till 12 pm. Find out more here.

6 Four Winds Restaurant, Gold Coast

Want to experience beautiful, expansive coastal views? Then head to Four Winds on the Gold Coast, which offers 360° views of the coast in its revolving restaurant!

The menu perfectly matches the amazing views, take a look here and make sure you book in for this experience.

7 Nineteen, Gold Coast

And finally, let's not forget about Nineteen on the Gold Coast! Open Friday & Saturday from 12pm-3pm; 5.30pm-12.30am; Tues - Thursday 6pm-10.30pm; Bar only Wed to Sat from 4pm late. This award winning restaurant is definitely worth a visit, winning the 2019 Savour Australia™ Restaurant & Catering Host plus Awards for Excellence for Queensland & Northern Territory and The Courier-Mail Food Awards 2018 among others. Book in here.