
Frogs Kuranda
Experience Australia's unique flavors with crocodile, emu, and kangaroo dishes, all set in a stunning jungle ambiance.

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Frogs Kuranda

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Must-see attractions
Experience Australia's unique flavors with crocodile, emu, and kangaroo dishes, all set in a stunning jungle ambiance.
"Dine in a jungle-like setting and try unique meats like crocodile and emu for an unforgettable meal."
Try Unique Meats
Sample crocodile, emu, and kangaroo for an adventurous culinary experience. The tasting platter is a great option.
Visit Nearby Attractions
Combine your meal with visits to Koala Gardens, Birdworld, or the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Australian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+61 7 4093 8952
Address
4 Rob Veivers Dr, Kuranda QLD 4881, Australia
Website
frogsrestaurant.com.au/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

Unique Australian Meats
Embark on a culinary adventure with exotic meats like crocodile, emu, and kangaroo. A true taste of Australia!

Jungle Ambiance
Dine amidst a lush, jungle-like setting. Keep an eye out for local wildlife like water dragons and exotic birds!

Signature Crocodile Curry
A must-try dish that offers a unique and flavorful taste of Australia, praised by diners for its deliciousness.
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Try Unique Meats
Sample crocodile, emu, and kangaroo for an adventurous culinary experience. The tasting platter is a great option.
Visit Nearby Attractions
Combine your meal with visits to Koala Gardens, Birdworld, or the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary.
Avoid Peak Times
Visiting during off-peak hours may help reduce potential delays in receiving your order.
Relax and Observe
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and watch for local wildlife like water dragons from your table.
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from all over the internet
Try Unique Meats
Sample crocodile, emu, and kangaroo for an adventurous culinary experience. The tasting platter is a great option.
Visit Nearby Attractions
Combine your meal with visits to Koala Gardens, Birdworld, or the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary.
Avoid Peak Times
Visiting during off-peak hours may help reduce potential delays in receiving your order.
Relax and Observe
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and watch for local wildlife like water dragons from your table.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Frogs Kuranda offers a unique dining experience with exotic meats and a jungle-like atmosphere. While some dishes like the crocodile curry and fish and chips are highly praised, others, such as pizza and barramundi, have received mixed feedback. Service is generally friendly and efficient, though occasional delays can occur. The unique setting, including wildlife sightings, adds to the charm.
"Came here and got seated super quickly as it was not very busy. The atmosphere of this restaurant was very nice and relaxing. The man who served us was very friendly and brought us extra seasonings that he thought we may enjoy on our food. I got the crocodile and green apple curry, I thought it was good overall but perhaps I wasn’t feeling it this day and would probably not get a second time. My partner ordered the fish and chips, he loved it. I also had a taste of his chips and agreed they were good. Overall a good experience and good place to get lunch."
Erin
"Pleasant spot right at the edge of the jungle. Just from our table we saw, wild birds, lizards, and other creatures. The grub was great. My friend got the advertised crocadile dish, which he enjoyed. I got a regular burger, which was appetizing. The owner who served us was friendly and gave us some interesting info about ketchup."
Yareyous
"Convenient area to eat if you’ve just been to the koala gardens/butterfly gardens/bird world. It’s a casual eatery situated amongst the trees and was quite peaceful and airy. Staff were lovely as well. They have an interesting menu with some standard favourites like burgers and salads etc but what stood out to me was their unique meat options. We decided to try the karage crocodile which was tasty but quite a small portion. The curry was the stand out dish - delicious despite the hot weather! Unfortunately I didn’t find the barramundi to be very fresh at all so that was a bit lacklustre.
However, personally I did not find the food to be"
Aimee
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frogs Kuranda offers unique Australian meats such as crocodile, emu, and kangaroo, alongside Sri Lankan curries and classic dishes.
The restaurant provides a jungle-like setting with tropical rainforest surroundings. You might even spot local wildlife like water dragons.
Yes, the menu indicates that vegetarian options are available.
Diners often praise the crocodile curry, fish and chips, and the tasting platter for sampling various unique meats.
Yes, it's considered an iconic spot offering a unique culinary and atmospheric experience, especially for those wanting to try native Australian ingredients.
Many diners have reported seeing water dragons and wild birds near their tables, adding to the unique jungle dining experience.
The restaurant is typically closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, and may operate only for private tour bookings on these days.
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Across the road on Rob Veivers Drive, the Kuranda Heritage Markets lets you experience the best of Kuranda in an all-weather covered market, with a wide range of stalls offering locally-produced souvenirs including the hottest chilli sauces on the planet (CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!). The market, nestled in beautiful tropical rainforest, also features native wildlife attractions Koala Gardens, Birdworld Kuranda and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, as well as Frog’s Restaurant offering a place to settle in to calm those hangry pangs whilst pouring over discovered treasures and watching portrait makers and dreamcatcher weavers perpetuate the market’s mystique.
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Local icon Frogs Restaurant is a great spot for breakfast or lunch – bag yourself a table on the outside deck and if you’re lucky you’ll find water dragons playing at your feet. Frogs have an extensive menu including wild caught local barramundi and native tasting plates and they’re serious about coffee too, using Axil roasts and serving seasonal house blends plus cold brew and single origin. They also have a terrific range of Craft Beers.
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Frogs are located in The Heritage Markets where we enjoy a large open plan area next to Birdworld & Koala Gardens enjoy the view from our outside deck where water dragons play at your feet. Frogs were created in 1980 by Terrance Pates and today it is still managed by Terry and his wife Victoria. Frogs throughout the years have been an integral part of Kuranda Village life and today is recognised as an icon by locals and tourists alike.
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Serving Kuranda since 1980, Frogs Restaurant has an extensive menu of delicious food to please anyone- with classics like fish and chips, pizzas, burgers and salad, and for the more adventurous: a tasting platter of emu, crocodile and kangaroo!. They also have a variety of curry options, vegetarian dishes, and fresh juice.
4 Rob Veivers Dr, Kuranda QLD 4872, Australia
Frogs was created in 1980 by Terrance Pates and today it is still managed by Terry and his wife Victoria. Frogs throughout the years has been an integral part of Kuranda Village life and today is recognised as an icon by locals and tourists alike. http://frogsrestaurant.com.au/en/home/
Kuranda Tours & Visitor Information
Kuranda hosts loads of dining options whether it is a quick bite to eat whilst on tour or a hearty star meal you are after. Many of the restaurants in Kuranda incorporate the natural rainforest backdrop to make a unique tropical dining experience.
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