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    Kani's Restaurant - CLOSED

    59 The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia
    +61 7 4051 1550
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    Overview
    3.5
    147 reviews
    • Excellent47%
    • Very good20%
    • Average11%
    • Poor10%
    • Terrible12%
    2 Feb 2014
    “Closed for Business”
    28 Sep 2013
    “Disappointed after previous visits”
    Restaurant Hours Closed
    CUISINES
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Mediterranean, Australian, Gluten Free Options
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
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    LOCATION
    59 The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia
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    1 - 10 of 136 reviews

    Reviewed 3 February 2014
    Closed for Business

    Sadly Kanis has gone the way of many businesses in Cairns and after many years of operation, it has closed its doors for trading.

    5  Thank Lifeadventurers
    Reviewed 29 September 2013
    Disappointed after previous visits

    I've been here a few times and have always loved the service, loved the food but last night was unfortunately not reflected on my previous visits. Although the beverage order was taken promptly and delivered the same cannot be said for the entrees. The order...More

    Thank Sharon C
    Reviewed 22 September 2013
    Nice place, shame about the taste....

    We were disappointed with quality of food for the price charged for Ala Carte. Duck spring rolls...chunks of cucumber and slabs of carrot that i had to use to make my own rolls on cold crepes. Lobster bisque could not be finished due to strange...More

    Thank tania r
    Reviewed 21 September 2013
    Wake up Kani's!!

    We have tried Kani's a few times and found them to be on the ball but unfortunately our last visit was a massive disappointment with meals that should not have left the kitchen. We paid for our starter and sent our mains back so left...More

    Thank Grandad6969
    Reviewed 19 September 2013
    A top day and night at Kani's restraunt

    Visiting Cairns in August 2013 My good friend and I had lunch at Kani's and it was so good we decided to bring his family who are local residents for the Buffet dinner. Great music and the food was awesome. Heaps of fresh seafood all...More

    Thank Larian S
    Reviewed 7 September 2013
    An Enjoyable Meal

    We had a great seafood platter at Kani's about 4 years ago and despite some of the reviews on Tripadvisor decided to try Kani's again. We had the seafood paella which was very nice, the seafood was fresh and not overcooked, with a nice bottle...More

    Thank janfromtassie
    Reviewed 3 September 2013
    The outback tasting platter: An amazing taste of some of the local wildlife.

    Emu meatball/patty, kangaroo steak and crocodile sausage with some of the best accompanying condiments I've ever had. Definitely share this with a side of chips, aioli and the house chili sauce!

    Thank Nistalgia
    Reviewed 31 August 2013
    Has its problems

    We ate here 2 years ago and it wasn't great. As a error on my husbands part we ended up eating there again. We have only ever had lunch here. The staff are friendly and service was OK. Decided to have oysters the chef assured...More

    Thank barlow61
    Reviewed 26 August 2013
    Great place for breakfast

    Stopped into Kani's for breakfast and would definitely come back. Very well priced and the food quality was superb. Highly recommended for a morning meal.

    Thank Chris G
    Reviewed 18 August 2013 via mobile
    Walked out

    Only restaurant from memory that I have ever walked out of. Bad food, staff do not listen or seem to care,please look at other poor current reviews"wish I had"

    Thank Parrapower1
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    Restaurant Details

    Average prices
    USD 12 - USD 28
    Cuisine
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Mediterranean, Australian, Gluten Free Options
    Good for
    Groups, Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, Local cuisine, Business meetings, Child-friendly
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 59 The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia
    • Location: South Pacific  >  Australia  >  Queensland  >  Cairns Region  >  Cairns
    • Phone Number: +61 7 4051 1550
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    Description
    Kanis Restaurant in the heart of Cairns Queensland overlooking the beautiful Cairns lagoon and Esplanade specialises in fine seafood and prime beef.Kani's has a variety of local and International Dishes available to suit every taste.Dine al fresco, on the terrace or in our fully air-conditioned dining rooms.Kanis is oipen for breakfast, lunch & dinner 7 days a week and boasts a a range of modern Australian ala carte menus and a delicious gourmet buffet with all you can eat fresh prawns, oysters and crab! We seat 250 people and can cater for 2 to 200! Kanis Restaurant is also home to The Buddha Bar Cairns which provides a luxurious and ambient cocktail bar, perfect for pre or post dinner drinks and private functions! Our international team of hospitality professionals will ensure your visit to Kani's is the culinary highlight of your visit to Cairns, Queensland.
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