The culinary experience at Cockatoo Island within Sydney Harbour National Park offers visitors a range of dining options showcasing local produce and flavors. Two family-friendly cafes, Cockatoo Overboard and the Marina Café & Bar, are licensed to serve alcohol and provide picturesque settings with stunning harbor views. Cockatoo Overboard, located on the Eastern Apron, offers a diverse menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with a selection of beverages, making it an ideal spot to enjoy a meal while admiring the harbor views near the Visitor Centre.
The Marina Café & Bar, situated in the historic Docks Precinct, offers a relaxed atmosphere and serves kid-friendly meals while accommodating various dietary preferences such as gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options. Both venues allow visitors to purchase meals for a picturesque picnic on Biloela Lawn overlooking the harbor or use the free BBQ facilities at the Northern Apron Park. Additionally, groups of up to 30 people can book the island's campground kitchen for a fee.