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The Big Chill

Clifton Beach, Kuranda, QLD 🍨 Desserts & Gelato

Opening hours

Monday9 am – 6 pm
Tuesday9 am – 6 pm
Wednesday9 am – 6 pm
Thursday9 am – 6 pm
Friday9 am – 6 pm
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
Sunday9 am – 9 pm

Times shown in local time (Brisbane). Public holiday hours may differ.

14 Clifton Road, Clifton Beach QLD · 7.4 km from Kuranda centre

Popular times

Estimated from typical visit patterns for desserts & gelato venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.

At a glance

About The Big Chill

The Big Chill brings Bubble Tea food to Clifton Beach in Queensland. You'll find it at 14 Clifton Road, Clifton Beach QLD, roughly 7.4 km from the Kuranda city centre.

Dessert bars, gelaterias and patisseries are the perfect after-dinner stop — gelato, waffles, cakes, bubble tea and more, often open late.

The Big Chill is open 7 days, open late on Saturdays; the venue offers dine-in, takeaway.

Planning a night out in Clifton Beach? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Chill Beach Cafe and Taste of Italy.

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Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Takeaway

What to order

Signature desserts & gelato dishes to look out for.

Full menu guide →
FrozenGelatoRotating seasonal flavours
Warm dessertsCrêpesNutella, banana or lemon sugar
Cakes & drinksCheesecakeBaked New York style

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Closest restaurants to The Big Chill

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

Map of Clifton Beach →
  1. 1
    Chill Beach Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Clifton Beach
    140 mE · 2 min walk
  2. 2
    Taste of Italy 🍝 Italian · Clifton Beach
    860 mNW · 10 min walk
  3. 3
    Fish House 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · Clifton Beach
    870 mNW · 10 min walk
  4. 4
    Star of Siam 🍜 Thai · Clifton Beach
    870 mNW · 10 min walk
  5. 5
    The Toasted Goat ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Kewarra Beach
    1.4 kmSE · 16 min walk
  6. 6
    Nu Nu Restaurant 🍽️ International · Palm Cove
    2.1 kmN · 26 min walk
  7. 7
    Chill Café ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Palm Cove
    2.2 kmN · 26 min walk
  8. 8
    The Beach Hut Cafe & Juice Bar ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Palm Cove
    2.2 kmN · 26 min walk
  9. 9
    Deli aDrift ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Palm Cove
    2.2 kmN · 26 min walk
  10. 10
    Miguel's 🍽️ International · Palm Cove
    2.2 kmN · 27 min walk

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Eating out in Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is home to 5 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Kuranda area with 59 venues. The local dining scene leans towards desserts & gelato, seafood & fish and chips, italian restaurants. Within 25 km of The Big Chill there are 334 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Palm Cove (2.7 km), Kewarra Beach (2.7 km), Trinity Beach (3.4 km), Kuranda (7.4 km).

Cuisine mix in Clifton Beach

  • 🍨 Desserts & Gelato1
  • 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips1
  • 🍝 Italian1
  • 🍜 Thai1
  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch1

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Big Chill located?

The Big Chill is located at 14 Clifton Road, Clifton Beach QLD. It is about 7.4 km from the centre of Kuranda. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of The Big Chill?

The Big Chill is open 7 days, open late on Saturdays. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Brisbane time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does The Big Chill serve?

The Big Chill serves Bubble Tea cuisine. Browse our desserts & gelato menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

Does The Big Chill offer takeaway or delivery?

According to our latest data, The Big Chill offers takeaway.

How can I contact The Big Chill?

You can reach The Big Chill by phone on (07) 4059 1272 or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to The Big Chill?

The closest venue is Chill Beach Cafe, about 140 m to the east (2 min walk). Other close options include Taste of Italy (860 m), Fish House (870 m), Star of Siam (870 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near The Big Chill?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Rattle n Hum Bar & Grill (Modern Australian, 2.8 km), Sipping Duck (Cafés & Brunch, 14 km), O'Donnells Irish Bar & Grill (Burgers & Chicken, 3.0 km).

Where else can I find desserts & gelato food near Clifton Beach?

Other desserts & gelato venues close by include Numi (2.2 km), Kuranda Homemade Icecream (7.2 km), Yo-Phoria (20 km).

How many restaurants are there in Clifton Beach?

Our guide lists 5 places to eat in Clifton Beach, most commonly desserts & gelato (1), seafood & fish and chips (1), italian restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 334 venues in total.