Platypus Lodge Restaurant

Platypus Lodge Restaurant Welcome to our Café, where fresh-roasted coffee, homemade cakes, and hearty café-style meals are served in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Our Motto!

Whether you’re stopping by after a hike or just soaking in the serenity of Eungella, we’ve got your perfect break. Platypus Lodge Restaurant, in the cool mountain tranquillity of Eungella National Park - Broken River section, where you can escape from the tropical heat and where you can see the platypus in the wild, offers The Ultimate Rain-forest Alfresco Dining Experience. When I think about good food, it's about quality and value. After working in some of Switzerland, Austria & Australia's best food establishments, I am making sure high quality standards are applied to the preparation, cooking and presentation of our meals, which is the key to its success. Although this kind of dinning is unique in Australia, we offer a different experience at Eungella National Park - Broken River section, not only can you see the platypus in the wild, walk on the new board walks, you alfresco-dine in the cool fantastic rain-forest surroundings and with the food and service we certainly stand out from the rest. Lovers of good coffee and food, love Platypus Lodge Restaurant, the place where you meet the platypus. Quality over Quantity

Quality over quantity is a common phrase you hear these days, but what exactly does it mean? It means that quantity will never make you happy – lots of something is never a good thing. ... It doesn't matter how much of something you have; what matters is the quality of what you have.

Sky Window Lookout - Eungella National Park about 85km west of Mackay
04/06/2026

Sky Window Lookout - Eungella National Park about 85km west of Mackay

01/05/2026

We are back from a short break with renewed energy. Come and enjoy a coffee ☕️ at Broken River
Eungella National Park
Open Fri to Sun 9:00am to 2:00pm

02/04/2026

Happy Easter from Broken River cafe, yes we will be open for the Easter long weekend; Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday from 9:00am to 2:00pm

There will be no “PUBLIC HOLIDAY SURCHARGE”

31/03/2026

Nature Experience at Broken River - Eungella National Park about 80km west of Mackay.

The cafe will be open over the Easter from Thursday to Monday 9:00am to 2:00pm

19/01/2026

Eungella Range Road has traffic control in place and remains open to the general public, including visitors and tourists.

Facilities at Broken River Day Use Area are all open, the Broken River Cafe will resume operating normal hours again fr...
18/01/2026

Facilities at Broken River Day Use Area are all open, the Broken River Cafe will resume operating normal hours again from this coming Australia Day long weekend, Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday from 9:00am to 2:00pm
See you on top of the mountain.

Park Alert! Update
16/01/2026

Park Alert! Update

PARKS ALERT!
12/01/2026

PARKS ALERT!

17/12/2025
Take a relaxing Sunday drive through the picturesque Pioneer Valley and up the winding Eungella Range, where lush rainfo...
12/12/2025

Take a relaxing Sunday drive through the picturesque Pioneer Valley and up the winding Eungella Range, where lush rainforest and sweeping views await. Stop in at the Eungella Community Market to browse local produce, handmade crafts, and unique regional treasures.

Continue on to Broken River for a peaceful stroll among towering trees and quiet forest tracks. Drop into the Broken River Information Centre to explore the Arts & Crafts display showcasing the creativity of local artisans.

Round off your day with a freshly brewed cup of coffee at the cosy Rainforest Café next to the Information Centre — the perfect way to unwind before your journey home.

Grazing Platters are still available for your Christmas stockings.

Sunday will be our last day of trading before our annual Christmas break.

Address

534 Eungella Dam Road
Eungella, QLD
EUNGELLAQLD4757

Opening Hours

Friday 9am - 2pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

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