Australia’s Coral Coast

A self-guided journey through flavour, local produce, and unforgettable hospitality.

Part of the 2025 Gascoyne Food Festival, this limited-time trail invites you to dine at much-loved local venues, hidden gems, and outback icons - each serving up a signature dish crafted specially for the trail. Whether it's ocean-fresh seafood, rich bush flavours, or a creative twist on a classic, every stop tells a story of the region’s incredible food bowl.

🍴 How it works:
Order the signature dish at participating venues, scan the QR code at each stop, and vote for your favourite. The most-voted dish will be crowned the Taste of the Gascoyne Signature Dish for 2025, and you’ll go in the draw to win tasty prizes just for voting!

So pack your appetite, hit the road, and experience the flavours of the Gascoyne - one plate at a time.

Check out the full trail map and festival events here.

Shark Bay Venues

INSCRIPTION BAR
(Dirk Hartog Island)

Signature dish - Coastal catch with seasonal produce.
Set on a remote island paradise, Inscription Bar offers fresh seafood and a sunset bar experience with a side of adventure.

SHARK BAY HOTEL

Signature dish - Local Fish & Chips
WA’s oldest pub license meets oceanfront pub fare. Shark Bay Hotel serves cold drinks, casual meals and sunset views in the centre of Denham.

SHARK BAY PIZZA

Signature dish - Taste of the Bay Pizza
A local favourite for relaxed, family-style dining, serving up handcrafted pizzas loaded with flavour and local produce.

OCEANS RESTAURANT

Signature dish - Ocean seafood platter to share
Overlooking Shark Bay, Oceans Restaurant delivers fresh, modern Australian cuisine with unbeatable sunset views.

Carnarvon Venues

TASTE OF ITALY

Signature dish -Homemade Gnocchi with Ratatouille Sauce
A cosy deli-café blending Italian comfort with local produce, known for house-made pastas, cheeses and preserves.

WOORAMEL RETREAT UPSIDE DOWN CAFE

Signature dish - Goat Burger
Campfire dinners and hearty outback breakfasts served riverside at this unique bush retreat café located at Wooramel River Retreat.

JARDILUNJI MIA

Signature dish - Kangaroo Nachos
Located within the Gwoonwardu Mia cultural centre, this café offers native-flavoured treats and warm Aboriginal hospitality.

MISS FANGS CAFE & RESTAURANT

Signature dish - Special Fried Rice
Tucked in a lush garden setting, Miss Fangs serves up Japanese-Chinese fusion fare in a relaxed outdoor space.

SAILS RESTAURANT

Signature dish - Sails Seafood Chowder
A refined yet relaxed dining experience inside the Hospitality Inn, showcasing modern Aussie flavours with WA seafood highlights.

WATERFRONT 6701

Signature dish - Avocado and Eggs on Sourdough
A breezy café on the Carnarvon foreshore, serving fresh, locally sourced meals and house-roasted coffee with waterfront views.

KESTREL CAFE

Signature dish - Vietnamese Crab Spring Rolls
Located at the One Mile Jetty precinct, Kestrel Café dishes up vibrant, wholesome meals with riverside charm.

Coral Bay Venues

SWEET NINGALOO

Signature dish - The Sweet Cup
Sweet Ningaloo
is a treat-lover’s dream with artisan gelato, fresh waffles, and handmade chocolates inspired by the coast.

BILLS BAR

Signature dish - Local Catch
The social heart of Coral Bay, Bills Bar pairs ice-cold drinks and WA seafood with laid-back beer garden energy.

Exmouth Venues

BULLARA STATION

Signature dish - Steak Pie
From damper by the fire to seasonal paddock-to-plate dinners, Bullara serves up hearty station hospitality in the red dirt heartland.

EXHALE EXMOUTH

Signature dish - From Reef to Ranges
A breezy, dog-friendly café and tapas bar that blends coastal soul with colourful, wholesome plates. Definitely don't skip Exhale on your next visit.

MUTTS CAFE

Signature dish - Mutts Classic Burger
A vibrant garden café where epic brekky burgers, fresh bowls and good vibes come standard - pups welcome.

WHALERS RESTAURANT

Signature dish - Seafood Platter
A long-standing Exmouth favourite serving up premium local seafood, steaks and elevated classics in an elegant setting. Located in Exmouth Escape Resort.

ADRIFT CAFE

Signature dish - Exmouth tiger prawns with Shark Bay clams & Saffron emulsion.
A relaxed, rustic café offering fresh, locally inspired dishes crafted with care, perfect for a laid-back dining experience in Exmouth.

Accommodation

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The White House Denham

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Dirk Hartog Island Lodge

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Oceanside Village

The Beachfront Oceanside Village is your home away from home providing with self-contained 1 & 2 Bedroom villas. The Panorama Villas boast views …

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Nanga Shark Bay Caravan Park

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RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort

The recently-redeveloped RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort is situated midway up the West Australian coastline within the Shark Bay World-Heritage Area, …

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Carnarvon Capricorn Holiday Park

Capricorn Holiday Park is located on the highest ground in Carnarvon, just a six minute drive from the centre of town. With a swimming pool, woodfire…

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Wooramel River Retreat

Wooramel River Retreat is a unique station stay nestled beneath majestic gum trees along the bank of the Wooramel River. Renowned for its restorative…

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Coral Coast Tourist Park

For the ultimate holiday experience in Carnarvon, look no further than the Coral Coast Tourist Park. Nestled at a prime location in the heart of Carn…

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Quobba Station

Quobba Station is a working pastoral station located on the edge of the Ningaloo Reef Marine Park and about 80 kilometres north of Carnarvon. It is w…

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Hospitality Carnarvon, SureStay Collection by Best Western

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Ningaloo Coral Bay - Bayview

Just footsteps from the stunning Ningaloo Reef and with the beautiful Australian outback as their backyard, Ningaloo Coral Bay offers a fully inclusi…

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Coral Bay Peoples Park

Coral Bay Peoples Park is your ideal holiday destination - located directly opposite the beautiful turquoise waters of Coral Bay and the World Herita…

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Exmouth Camper Hire

Your Ultimate Exmouth Adventure Awaits!We believe a holiday is about being right where you want to be.The World Heritage Ningaloo Reef offers the wor…

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Exmouth Escape Resort

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility at the 4.5-star Exmouth Escape Resort, just a short stroll from Town Beach and a brief walk fro…

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Warroora Station

Situated alongside the renowned Ningaloo Reef coastline, Warroora Station is a family-run cattle station offering eco-friendly Homestead Campground a…

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Camp Easy Ningaloo

Camp Easy Ningaloo is a premier camping equipment rental company in Exmouth, Western Australia. With a dedication to providing exceptional service an…

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Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef

A sparkling gem in Western Australia’s crown. Where outback, reef and ranges meet and merge into one. Sal Salis eco-luxury camp is hidden away on the…

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Bullara Station Stay

Bullara is the culmination of a dream to share the experience of life on a cattle station, in an authentic, environmentally sustainable, and comforta…

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RAC Exmouth Cape Holiday Park

Welcome to RAC Exmouth Cape Holiday Park, a gateway to the Ningaloo Coast, a natural playground and sanctuary to some of the world's rarest sea and l…

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Ningaloo Lodge Exmouth

Discover Ningaloo Lodge Exmouth - Your Tropical Oasis in the Heart of Exmouth!Experience an affordable, clean, and comfortable stay at Ningaloo Lodge…