Enjoy authentic Australian dining at Kings Canyon. Select from our range of light meals, snacks or a la carte menu at our café or experience the real outback at our BBQ. Sundowners are available at The Thirsty Dingo Bar.
Restaurants & Bars
Carmichael’s Restaurant
Our signature restaurant for that wholesome breakfast before your early morning canyon challenge or that well earned pre dinner drink followed by our nightly sumptuous buffet. Carmichael’s opens daily for breakfast from 5.30am until 10am offering a choice of express, continental or full buffet breakfast. Carmichael’s buffet dinner is presented nightly between 6.30pm and 8.30pm with the lounge bar operating between 6pm and 9pm.
Desert Oaks Bistro
For a quick meal on the run, the Desert Oaks Bistro offers a selection of light meals, beverages and snacks. Come and grab breakfast from 7am to 10am. You can select from our delicious lunch menu between 10am and 3pm. The bistro is open for dinner from 6.30 to 8.30pm and features an a-la-carte menu including steak, chicken and seafood, in relaxed outback surrounds.
Outback BBQ and Grill
The Outback BBQ and grill is a true Australian Outback experience offering a selection of contemporary Australian BBQ cuisine. Enjoy a-la-carte BBQ-style fare, fresh vegetables, salads, and a wide selection of wines, spirits, ales and soft drinks. Open for dinner from 6.30pm to 9.00pm. Revel in the friendly atmosphere, mixing with other guests under a solid roof with open sides - a traditional outback veranda. This casual bar and grill also provides live entertainment during peak season, which is generally June to November.
The Thirsty Dingo Bar
As the sun sets over the desert landscape, enjoy a drink from the bar before dinner. Open from 3.00pm daily until late. This is the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring the wonders of Watarrka National Park.
Operating times and menus are subject to seasonal adjustments.
