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Marina Tavern

About Marina Tavern

Marina Tavern is a welcoming pub and nightlife destination at 172 Front St in the Whitsundays, offering a relaxed waterside setting where great food, cold drinks, and good company come together naturally.

With classic pub meals served in an easygoing atmosphere, it’s the kind of place people return to for an enjoyable lunch, a laid-back dinner, or a casual night out by the water.

The spacious dining deck adds to the appeal, giving guests a comfortable spot to unwind while enjoying the view, and the on-site TAB facilities make it a popular choice for those who want a little extra entertainment with their visit.

What sets Marina Tavern apart is the variety of experiences it brings under one roof. Guests can choose from outdoor seating, dine-in meals, takeaway, delivery, or convenient on-site service, making it easy to enjoy the venue however suits the occasion.

The drinks list is another major draw, with a strong selection of beer, cocktails, wine, spirits, and happy-hour drinks that help create the lively, social feel pubs are known for.

Whether you’re stopping in for solo dining, meeting friends for a drink, or planning a group outing, the atmosphere is casual yet trendy, with regular entertainment such as karaoke, live music, live performances, quiz nights, and sport helping keep every visit engaging.

Marina Tavern is also designed with comfort and accessibility in mind, including a wheelchair-accessible toilet and practical amenities like seating and restroom facilities. Reservations are accepted, and payments are simple and flexible with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments available.

Backed by a 3.90-star rating from more than 2,000 reviews, it has built a solid reputation as a dependable local favorite where guests can count on a friendly pub experience, quality drinks, and a setting that feels both relaxed and lively.

For locals and visitors alike, Marina Tavern offers the kind of warm, social pub experience that makes it easy to settle in, stay a while, and enjoy the best of the Whitsundays.

★★★★☆ 3.90 rating (2026 reviews)
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Live Music

Top DJs and live acts

Craft Cocktails

Premium drink menu

VIP Service

Exclusive experiences

Events

Themed nights weekly

Your Night Awaits

Premium Bar

Craft cocktails, top-shelf spirits, and an extensive wine list crafted by expert mixologists.

Dance Floor

State-of-the-art sound system and lighting that transforms every night into magic.

VIP Lounge

Exclusive bottle service and private areas for those seeking a more intimate experience.

Marina Tavern

Where Nights Come Alive

Whether it's a night out with friends, a celebration, or simply letting loose, we're here to make it unforgettable.

World-Class DJs
Premium Sound
Signature Cocktails
VIP Experience

What People Say

Reviews from our guests

Neil Gehrke

Neil Gehrke

3 months ago

Good friendly service. Food was great. Great views.

Andrew Neill

Andrew Neill

2 years ago

We have stopped here a few times in the few days on the island and everytime the service and quality of food and drink has been exceptional. They have a great selection of drinks and food available and the ability to order from your table makes life so much easier. The fries are exceptional we have been back twice specifically to have them and suspect we will be back again before we leave the Island. Only downside in May is it can be a little chilly sitting outside and the birds are very brazen so be aware you may have to fight them off. Also if it is busy they can runout of seating.

Lee Hallett

Lee Hallett

11 months ago

Great food, cold tap beer a big plus. Over friendly wildlife makes for some laughs.

Frank Pineda

Frank Pineda

5 years ago

Excellent food and service. A little bit crowded when we were so food took a little bit to serve. However they informed us beforehand. Wait was worth it. Prices were reasonable considering where you are. We ordered meaty nachos, Chicken parmi, Angus burger and chicken salad and they were all delicious. Regularly those 5 dishes will cost around $120 but we got it included in a voucher from Whitsundays Cruise.

Nicola Hinton-Adams

Nicola Hinton-Adams

11 months ago

We shared a light lunch consisting of cheesy garlic bread and a delicious and generous Caesar salad. The place was packed but our food arrived about 10 minutes after ordering.

Jules Rhyon

Jules Rhyon

2 months ago

Food and service was amazing!! Let’s just say the atmosphere was squawking

James R

James R

5 months ago

Great pub/tavern setting. Facilities are great, pool tables, gaming if you are into it but the dining areas are huge. Live band, good pub tucker and friendly staff. Spoke to Lilly behind the bar and where we ordered food and she went above and beyond to make us at home. Lovely lass. Food was good.

Chris

Chris

month ago

We really enjoyed the Tavern! It was loud and boisterous but that was expected. The staff were very friendly and obviously very overworked but made everything seem so easy and fun! We were a group of 6 from ages 5 to 78 and everyone was happy with their food. We are all vegetarians and the veggie wraps were truly WONDERFUL!!!

Jenni Fletcher

Jenni Fletcher

month ago

We arrived a little late for a meal and to watch origin, so had to line up, but staff were fantastic, trying their best to get us seated asap. The wait for the kitchen was long, but we appreciate they were super busy. When the TV near was not picking up the Origin, we were offered a new table right next to a TV. Food was delicious, and we had a great view to the game. Thank you!

Martin G

Martin G

4 months ago

A pub on the waterfront overlooking the marina from the deck. Really easy, obviously popular with a relaxed vibe. Staff were really friendly, and capable, for both drinks and food service. Food and drinks can be ordered from the table by scanning the token on the table with your phone or order with the staff circulating around the tables. Pub vibe with the footy and sports on the TV if that appeals, and plenty of different seating zones. See the photos for our choices: linguini pasta with prawns; focaccia, and a wagyu burger. All tasty, solid pub food with a bit more. Good range of cold beer on tap, and cocktails too. This is a great laid back dining option on HI. Highly recommended.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list
  • Karaoke
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Quiz night
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Find Us

Ready to experience the best night out? We're waiting for you.

Location

172 Front St, Whitsundays QLD 4802, Australia

Hours

Closed · Monday 11:30 AM-11 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM-11 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM-11 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM-11 PM
Friday 11:30 AM-11:45 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM-11:45 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM-11 PM
Monday 11:30 AM-11 PM
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