Quick Answers
Where can I eat on Green Island?
Emeralds Restaurant for a sit-down meal with a full menu and bar, or the kiosk near the main beach for sandwiches, wraps, pies, ice cream, coffee and cold drinks.
Can I bring my own food?
Yes. Day visitors can bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks, and there are picnic and shade areas on the island. Please take your rubbish back on the ferry.
Are dietary needs catered for?
Emeralds has vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. If you have a severe allergy, speak to the restaurant before your visit.
“Eating on Green Island is not a task to be managed — it is a pleasure to be enjoyed, particularly when the ocean is visible from your table.”
Where to Eat and Drink on Green Island
Green Island has two primary dining options for day visitors: Emeralds Restaurant, which is the island’s main dining venue with a full menu, and the Kiosk, which offers lighter fare, snacks, cold drinks, and takeaway options. Neither is a formal dining establishment in the urban sense — both reflect the island’s relaxed, tropical character.
Emeralds Restaurant
Emeralds Restaurant is located within the Green Island Resort precinct and is open to all day visitors, not just resort guests. The menu includes main meals, light meals, and desserts, with a focus on tropical ingredients and dishes suited to warm weather and outdoor dining. Seafood features prominently. The bar serves cocktails, wines, and cold beverages. Booking ahead for groups is recommended; individual visitors can usually be seated without a reservation outside peak periods.
The Kiosk
The kiosk near the main beach and activity area provides a quicker dining option for day visitors who prefer not to sit down for a formal meal. Options typically include sandwiches, wraps, pies, ice creams, cold drinks, coffee, and fruit. It is the better option for a quick break between activities, or for families with young children who prefer a less structured eating experience.
Bringing Your Own Food
Day visitors are welcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages to Green Island if they prefer. This is a practical option for visitors with specific dietary requirements that may not be fully catered for, or those travelling with young children who have particular food preferences. There are picnic and shade areas available on the island for guests who bring their own food.
Dietary Requirements
Emeralds Restaurant can accommodate a range of dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Advise the restaurant of any specific requirements when ordering. For guests with severe allergies, it is recommended to speak with the restaurant directly about available options before visiting.
A Hot Getaways destination. Where Care is Our Compass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can you eat on Green Island?
Green Island has a range of options, from the well-regarded Emeralds Restaurant for a relaxed sit-down meal to the casual kiosk for quick bites, snacks and drinks. There is also ice cream on the island, which is a favourite way to cool down between swims.
Is Emeralds Restaurant on Green Island good?
Emeralds Restaurant is a very good option on Green Island and is well regarded by visitors, offering a relaxed dining experience in a beautiful island setting. It is a popular choice for lunch during a day trip or a meal for resort guests.
Can you buy ice cream on Green Island?
Yes. Ice cream is available on the island and is a popular treat for both locals and visitors, especially as a way to cool down on a warm day between beach time and snorkelling.
Can you bring your own food to Green Island?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food and enjoy a picnic on the beach. Please take all rubbish and packaging back with you on the ferry to help protect the reef and keep the island clean.
Are dietary requirements catered for on Green Island?
The island’s dining options can generally cater to a range of dietary requirements. If you have specific needs, it is best to check directly with the restaurant or kiosk on the day, or contact them ahead of your visit.
Travel Kindly
At Hot Getaways, care is our compass — and a little kindness makes every journey better. When you visit Green Island, we gently ask you to:
- Protect the reef — wear reef-safe sunscreen and never touch or stand on the coral.
- Respect the wildlife — admire the turtles, seabirds and marine life from a distance, and take your rubbish home with you.
- Support local — choosing local operators, cafés and guides helps this beautiful place thrive.
- Honour Country — we travel on the traditional lands and sea Country of Australia’s First Peoples, with gratitude and respect to the Traditional Custodians past and present.
- Be kind to each other — a smile, a little patience and a helping hand make the day lovelier for everyone.
Small acts of care add up to something wonderful. Thank you for travelling kindly.
