Our Menu

Honest country cooking, nothing over $30

Every dish is made fresh with quality ingredients. From sizzling steaks to our chef's signature salmon — there's something for everyone at the Merinda.

Starters & Shared Plates

Perfect for the table — get the conversation flowing

Bacon & Cream Cheese Cob Loaf

Great to Share
$16

Slow-baked golden cob filled with a rich blend of crispy bacon, cream cheese, and spring onion — tear, dip, and share

Salt & Pepper Calamari

$14

Tender rings of calamari dusted in seasoned flour, flash-fried until golden and served with house-made tartare and a wedge of lemon

Southern Fried Chicken Wings

Crowd Favourite
$15

A generous basket of crispy buttermilk-marinated wings tossed in our smoky BBQ glaze, served with ranch dipping sauce

Garlic Prawn Skewers

$18

Succulent tiger prawns marinated in garlic butter and fresh herbs, chargrilled and served on a bed of rocket with lemon aioli

Loaded Potato Skins

$14

Crispy baked potato halves piled high with melted cheese, bacon bits, sour cream, and chives — pure comfort

Soup of the Day

$10

Our chef's daily creation made from scratch using seasonal local produce, served with warm crusty bread and butter

From the Grill

Sizzling steaks cooked to your liking — the heart of our menu

500g Rump Steak

Our Famous Steak
$28

A generous cut of tender rump, chargrilled to perfection and served with golden beer-battered chips, crisp garden salad, and our signature honey mustard dressing

300g Scotch Fillet

Chef's Pick
$30

Premium grain-fed scotch fillet with a beautiful marble, served with creamy mashed potato, seasonal greens, and rich red wine jus

Mixed Grill Platter

Big Feed
$30

For the hungry worker — rump steak, lamb cutlet, pork sausage, bacon, fried egg, chips, and salad. A true country pub feast

Chicken Breast Schnitzel

$22

Hand-crumbed free-range chicken breast, pan-fried until golden and crispy, served with chips, salad, and your choice of gravy or garlic sauce

Chicken Parmigiana

Pub Classic
$24

Our golden schnitzel topped with rich Napoli sauce, shaved leg ham, and a blanket of melted mozzarella — a pub classic done right

Beef Burger Deluxe

$20

House-made beef patty with crispy bacon, aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and our smoky BBQ sauce on a toasted brioche bun with chips

Chef's Signatures

Where our kitchen really shines — crafted with pride

Crispy Skinned Salmon

Chef's Signature
$30

Pan-seared Atlantic salmon with perfectly crispy skin, resting on a bed of creamy mushroom risotto with bok choy, broccolini, and a vibrant tropical mango salsa

Crumbed Lamb Cutlets

Local Favourite
$26

Three tender lamb cutlets coated in a herb and parmesan crumb, served with silky sweet potato mash and honey-glazed seasonal vegetables

Slow-Braised Beef Cheeks

Comfort Food
$28

Melt-in-your-mouth beef cheeks braised for eight hours in red wine and herbs, served over creamy polenta with a rich pan jus

Barramundi & Chips

$24

Fresh North Queensland barramundi, lightly battered in our house recipe, served with hand-cut chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce, and a lemon wedge

Prawn & Chorizo Linguine

$26

Plump tiger prawns and spicy chorizo tossed through al dente linguine in a rich roasted tomato and basil sauce, finished with shaved parmesan

Light & Fresh

Something lighter for those warm North Queensland days

Caesar Salad

$16

Crisp cos lettuce, shaved parmesan, crunchy croutons, and crispy bacon tossed in our house-made Caesar dressing. Add grilled chicken $4

Grilled Chicken Wrap

$16

Seasoned chicken breast with avocado, baby spinach, roasted capsicum, feta, and aioli wrapped in a warm tortilla, served with a side salad

Thai Beef Salad

Fresh Pick
$18

Tender strips of chargrilled beef on a bed of fresh herbs, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and rice noodles with a zesty lime and chilli dressing

Fish Tacos

$18

Three soft corn tortillas filled with crispy battered fish, shredded cabbage, pickled onion, coriander, and chipotle mayo

Kids' Menu

For the little legends — all served with a juice box or soft drink

Kids' Chicken Nuggets & Chips

$10

Golden chicken nuggets with crispy chips and tomato sauce — a guaranteed winner

Kids' Fish & Chips

$10

Lightly battered fish fillet with chips and a side of salad

Kids' Cheeseburger

$10

Beef patty with melted cheese, lettuce, and tomato sauce on a soft bun with chips

Kids' Pasta Bolognese

$10

Penne pasta with our slow-cooked beef bolognese sauce and a sprinkle of parmesan

Sweet Endings

Save room — you'll want to

Sticky Date Pudding

Must Try
$14

Warm, rich sticky date pudding drenched in butterscotch sauce and served with a generous scoop of vanilla bean ice cream

Pavlova

$12

A true Aussie classic — crisp meringue shell with a marshmallow centre, topped with fresh seasonal fruits and whipped cream

Chocolate Lava Cake

$14

Decadent dark chocolate cake with a molten centre, served with double cream and fresh berries

Affogato

$10

A shot of rich espresso poured over a scoop of premium vanilla gelato — simple, elegant, delicious

Beverages

Cold beers, quality wines, and everything in between

Tap Beers

From $6

XXXX Gold, Great Northern, Hahn Super Dry, and a rotating local craft beer — always ice cold

House Wines

From $7

A carefully selected range of Australian reds, whites, and rosé by the glass or bottle

Spirits & Cocktails

Try Our Signature
From $8

Full bar with all your favourites plus our signature Merinda Mango Daiquiri — made with local Bowen mangoes

Soft Drinks & Juices

From $4

Coca-Cola range, fresh orange juice, and a selection of iced teas

Coffee & Tea

From $4.50

Locally roasted espresso coffee and a selection of premium teas

Menu items and prices may vary. Please advise our staff of any dietary requirements or allergies. Gluten-free and vegetarian options available on request. All meals are prepared fresh — please allow a little extra time during busy periods.