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Where to eat Australian food in Esk: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what Australian restaurants to try in Esk including Nash Gallery & Cafe, Julie's at the Rectory, Red Deer Cafe, Louise's Tables Restaurant, Timbarra T House
1. Nash Gallery & Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 155 reviews
Here at Nash we have a stunning gallery full of arts and crafts, all made locally. We create beautiful food fit for morning or afternoon tea, breakfast or lunch. *Please note that during our wet season, if in the afternoon there is heavy rainfall and stor
Reviewed By Kaycee R
My family have lunch here frequently when enjoying a country drive to Esk an hour from Brisbane across the Wivenhoe dam, a scenic valley.Delicious, healthy well presented meals and drinks served by friendly staff.This beautifully restored old Queenslander has pleasant seating areas inside in the art gallery displays, on the verandahs or in the gardens. Local art, craft and nic naks for sale. Interesting local historical displays are popular features in this popular cafe.
2. Julie's at the Rectory
Overall Ratings
4 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By Christiejm
If you are just passing through or staying in town I highly recommend stopping by Julie's at the Rectory for some coffee and cake. There is a variety of gluten free options as well and different types of milk if you have dietary requirements. You have the option of eating inside, on the deck or out the front of the cafe. Although the cafe is on the main road you hardly notice the vehicles going past. The local birds like to hang around and check out what you are eating, good photo opportunity if you have your camera ready.
3. Red Deer Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By evangelineToowoomba
We drive through Esk quite often on our way to the Sunshine Coast. I got tired of paying exorbitant prices at the other cafes in Esk until we hit upon this little gem. If you are looking for gourmet food this is not the place. However it has good food and good coffee at a reasonable price.
4. Louise's Tables Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Rolf W
Esk isn't as bushy as you might think there are plenty of sea-changers out there bringing a nice contemporary touch to a Picture-Esk village that's an easy day trip from Brisbane. Don't blame me for the terrible pun it's on the sign as you drive in.Chef Louise Davis has a 'real' job during the day but her real passion is food and besides who'd have thought you'd find a Cordon Bleu trained chef in Esk? The restaurant is on her property about 8-10 Km from Esk central. You will need a car there is no public transport within coo-ee.She offers a four course dinner on Friday/Sat/Sunday nights for $40, no I'm not kidding, and if you are happy pouring your own wine she doesn't charge corkage either!The appetiser, entree and dessert are fixed and you have an extensive choice of mains.The menu varies with what's in season and locally available. Louise and her partner Paul also grow a lot of produce on their property.But it's once the ingredients are in the kitchen the magic starts leek and goats cheese tart, beef cheeks in an asian fusion dish just a couple of examples. It would be easy to classify the place as french but it's much more interesting than that.It was a quiet night when we were there so we got to chat to Louise quite a bit between courses which just added to our enjoyment.You'll need to think about making it a weekend trip but based on our experience it's time well spent.
5. Timbarra T House
Reviewed By LeoO943
There is a fantastic little teahouse in Esk, hidden along a side street. Discovered by accident, the Timbarra T House was a pleasant surprise. It's an unpretentious little venue, beside a motel. The teas are all hand blended, with combinations of black tea, native ingredients, or fruits. Of course there are traditional teas if you're not adventurous. There's plunger coffee for those that don't drink tea, and a range of eats. On the menu, these are arranged in terms of "dollar bites" ($4 bites, $5 bites, $6 bites, etc). The owner is also an artist so the room is full of paintings. A great place to drop into, particularly if you want to try some unique teas.
