Sea Breeze & dCafé

Fresh food and great coffee for a cause at our two cafés at Cairns Hospital, Sea Breeze and dCafé.

Our food philosophy – our cafés at the FNQHF encourage a farm to plate philosophy supporting local Queensland growers. The menus are created daily with an emphasis on seasonal fresh produce. Our food is freshly prepared on site by our fully qualified chefs as well as barista made Social Coffee, hot drinks and cold drinks. The cafes provide gourmet hot meals, sandwiches, wraps, salads, daily specials and much more.

dCafé: Grab & Go

Offers a welcoming and modern environment with a grab and go fresh food concept, located on the ground floor of the D Block Building. Whether you’re in the mood for a panini, baguette, sandwich, wrap or salad or just a great Social Coffee or cold beverage, we have you covered. Our menu is also packed with great fresh healthy options.

Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 06:00 – 15:00
Closed: Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays

Sea Breeze Café: Fresh Flavours with a View

Sea Breeze Café offers a warm welcoming environment with views overlooking the Cairns esplanade. It is the perfect place to relax and recharge or grab and go food on the run.

Sea Breeze offers a wide variety of nutritious fresh food made daily, great Social Coffee no matter whether you’re dining in or taking away.

Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 06:00 – 17:00
Saturday, Sunday: 06:00 – 16:00

Easy Online Ordering App, With Healthy Choices

We understand that convenience is key, especially in a busy hospital setting.

That is why we have introduced an online ordering and payment app for Sea Breeze café. Simply download our app to browse the menu and place your order for a quick and easy pick up.

Convenient and Health-Focused

We’re passionate about promoting better health through better food choices.
Nutritious meals play a crucial role in healing and wellness, and our cafés are dedicated to offering healthy options that support the well-being of everyone in our community. By choosing wholesome ingredients and preparing our dishes with care, we aim to nourish the body and spirit of all who walk through our doors.

Visit dCafé and Sea Breeze Café today to experience the difference that fresh, nutritious food can make. Together, we’re building a healthier and happier future for Far North Queensland.

dCafe and Sea Breeze are proud to support Health and Wellbeing Queensland’s A Better Choice Food and Drink Supply Strategy for Queensland Healthcare Facilities and the associated Pick Me campaign, to support our customers to make positive dietary choices that enhance their overall wellbeing.

Fresh Food Vending

Our fresh food philosophy in our vending machines encourage a farm to plate philosophy supporting local Queensland growers.
The menus are created daily with an emphasis on seasonal fresh produce. All the food is freshly prepared on site by our fully qualified chefs as well as barista made Social Coffee and hot drinks. The cafés provide gourmet hot meals, sandwiches, wraps, salads and daily specials.

Social Coffee Co.

Social Coffee Co are dedicated to providing a social and inclusive coffee experience. Coffee is more than just a drink – it’s a way to bring people together.

Social Coffee Co’s commitment to quality shines through in every cup. They source only the highest quality beans from around the world and roast them in small batches to ensure each coffee is rich, flavourful, and satisfying.

They’re also passionate about sustainability and ethical sourcing. By working directly with farmers, Social Coffee Co ensures they receive fair compensation for their beans, and are always looking for ways to reduce their environmental impact.