Central West Queensland offers a variety of dining options for visitors, ranging from casual cafes to more formal restaurants. In the town of Orange, popular choices include The Union Bank and Mayfield Garden Cafe, both offering a diverse range of cuisines and pleasant dining atmospheres. In the broader Outback region, several notable restaurants can be found, such as Giuseppe's Cantina, Harry's Restaurant, Club Boutique Hotel, West Street Hub, Rodeo Bar and Grill, Stack Bar and Grill, and The Woolshed Baa & Grill.
For those seeking a more casual dining experience, various cafes are available, such as Casey's in Longreach, Ridgee Didge Cafe in Barcaldine, and The Lodge on Hawthorn in Blackall. Additionally, takeaway options can be found throughout Central West Queensland, including Alpha Golf Club, Fanny Mae's Cafe, Musical Fence Cafe, Ridgee Didge Cafe, Schluter's Bakery, and Tattersalls Hotel. In the town of Emerald, visitors can enjoy a diverse range of dining experiences, from Lucky Noodle Box and Subway to Theo's Cafe and Emerald Kebab House and Woodfire Pizza.