Byron Bay guidebook*
Restaurants & Bars
Offering sophisticated dining to kiosk takeaway, this award-winning restaurant and kiosk - almost on our doorstep - is a ‘must-visit’ on any trip to Byron.
The restaurant has a spectacular panoramic view that takes in Clarkes Beach and The Pass and stretches to Julian Rocks in the distance. It is the only restaurant in Byron right on the beach.
The restaurant has a smart-casual vibe and a great menu. It’s also a great place to head for coffee or a glass of wine and maybe a shared plate - and a chat!
The public beach-access path can be found to the left of the restaurant, when facing the sea.
*Prefer takeaway? Sit at the outdoor tables under the trees. ‘Beach’ Kiosk serves takeaway coffee, tea, smoothies and snacks from early morning until late-ish, making this a great option for swimmer-clad eating on the way home from the beach.
Or, do as the locals do: step inside and walk along the restaurant’s interior boardwalk to check the surf (and the view). Byron Council specially designated that this interior boardwalk, which is on the ‘town side’ (far left) INSIDE the restaurant, should remain free from tables and chairs so people can walk to the front of the restaurant to check the surf.
Note: No wifi available in restaurant.
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Byron Beach
45-47 Massinger StOffering sophisticated dining to kiosk takeaway, this award-winning restaurant and kiosk - almost on our doorstep - is a ‘must-visit’ on any trip to Byron.
The restaurant has a spectacular panoramic view that takes in Clarkes Beach and The Pass and stretches to Julian Rocks in the distance. It is the only restaurant in Byron right on the beach.
The restaurant has a smart-casual vibe and a great menu. It’s also a great place to head for coffee or a glass of wine and maybe a shared plate - and a chat!
The public beach-access path can be found to the left of the restaurant, when facing the sea.
*Prefer takeaway? Sit at the outdoor tables under the trees. ‘Beach’ Kiosk serves takeaway coffee, tea, smoothies and snacks from early morning until late-ish, making this a great option for swimmer-clad eating on the way home from the beach.
Or, do as the locals do: step inside and walk along the restaurant’s interior boardwalk to check the surf (and the view). Byron Council specially designated that this interior boardwalk, which is on the ‘town side’ (far left) INSIDE the restaurant, should remain free from tables and chairs so people can walk to the front of the restaurant to check the surf.
Note: No wifi available in restaurant.
Chic, contemporary bar and restaurant for shared-plate dining, snacks, drinks or coffee. Order drinks and a deli platter to share - or a more substantial meal - and you won’t be disappointed.
Smart casual, suits all age groups, and a great beachy vibe. Reasonably priced - for Byron - and an upbeat atmosphere, but not so
loud you can’t hear yourself talk - except for early evening (6 pm Saturday’s).
If it’s not too busy you might be lucky enough to snare a table with a beach view from the balcony - always worth asking.
https://loftbyronbay.com.au/
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Loft Byron Bay
4 Jonson StChic, contemporary bar and restaurant for shared-plate dining, snacks, drinks or coffee. Order drinks and a deli platter to share - or a more substantial meal - and you won’t be disappointed.
Smart casual, suits all age groups, and a great beachy vibe. Reasonably priced - for Byron - and an upbeat atmosphere, but not so
loud you can’t hear yourself talk - except for early evening (6 pm Saturday’s).
If it’s not too busy you might be lucky enough to snare a table with a beach view from the balcony - always worth asking.
https://loftbyronbay.com.au/
Spot a local celebrity at this laid-back favourite food and music venue at Belongil Beach.
Shared plates, pizza, and an array of mouth-watering snacks and meals - and live entertainment.
The Treehouse is an upbeat meeting place - and parking is easier to find than at some places.
Super casual meets dressy - great upbeat Byron vibe! Put The Treehouse on your must-visit list for a casual lunch, afternoon drinks or a catchup, anytime, with partner, friends or family.
The Treehouse is a local fave that’s stood the test of time. Great atmosphere. Visit soon.
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Treehouse on Belongil
25 Childe St
Spot a local celebrity at this laid-back favourite food and music venue at Belongil Beach.
Shared plates, pizza, and an array of mouth-watering snacks and meals - and live entertainment.
The Treehouse is an upbeat meeting place - and parking is easier to find than at some places.
Super casual meets dressy - great upbeat Byron vibe! Put The Treehouse on your must-visit list for a casual lunch, afternoon drinks or a catchup, anytime, with partner, friends or family.
The Treehouse is a local fave that’s stood the test of time. Great atmosphere. Visit soon.
Stylish Mediterranean eatery - great tapas, tasty meals, licensed, cocktails - and coffee. Smart-casual vibe. Sophisticated Mediterranean decor. Great people-watching vantage point. Interesting menu. Lunch, dinner and in between. Great atmosphere, Great meeting place. Great Food!
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The Mez Club
85-87 Jonson StStylish Mediterranean eatery - great tapas, tasty meals, licensed, cocktails - and coffee. Smart-casual vibe. Sophisticated Mediterranean decor. Great people-watching vantage point. Interesting menu. Lunch, dinner and in between. Great atmosphere, Great meeting place. Great Food!
Looking for a special night out or lazy holiday lunch? Rae’s at Wategos is well worth a visit. (If going for dinner, make sure to arrive before nightfall so you can see the spectacular ocean view.) Smart casual. Lunch, dinner, licensed (obviously). Good menu (For seafood aficionados, I can highly recommend the Balmain/Moreton Bay bugs, when available.)
* Rae’s Cellar Bar - an outdoor Barefoot Bar that serves drinks and snacks is open from 12 pm. Walk in straight off the beach.
BUT remember to book for lunch or dinner at the restaurant because Rae’s is a popular wedding reception venue and the restaurant is sometimes unavailable.
*Also, Rae’s coffee cart is a local favourite - and a great place to get your morning coffee fix when visiting Wategos. Pick up your coffee and find a seat overlooking the beach. Try it soon!
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Rae's on Wategos
6-8 Marine ParadeLooking for a special night out or lazy holiday lunch? Rae’s at Wategos is well worth a visit. (If going for dinner, make sure to arrive before nightfall so you can see the spectacular ocean view.) Smart casual. Lunch, dinner, licensed (obviously). Good menu (For seafood aficionados, I can highly recommend the Balmain/Moreton Bay bugs, when available.)
* Rae’s Cellar Bar - an outdoor Barefoot Bar that serves drinks and snacks is open from 12 pm. Walk in straight off the beach.
BUT remember to book for lunch or dinner at the restaurant because Rae’s is a popular wedding reception venue and the restaurant is sometimes unavailable.
*Also, Rae’s coffee cart is a local favourite - and a great place to get your morning coffee fix when visiting Wategos. Pick up your coffee and find a seat overlooking the beach. Try it soon!
Miss Margarita’s (think fish tacos, nachos and all things Mexican) is an ever-popular dining choice for lunch or dinner. On any day, diners spill out onto the footpath, others queue to get in, and it is often booked out, which is always a good sign that the food is good.
So if you like Mexican-style food, Miss Margarita’s is the place to go.
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Miss Margarita
2 Jonson StMiss Margarita’s (think fish tacos, nachos and all things Mexican) is an ever-popular dining choice for lunch or dinner. On any day, diners spill out onto the footpath, others queue to get in, and it is often booked out, which is always a good sign that the food is good.
So if you like Mexican-style food, Miss Margarita’s is the place to go.
Special night out? Look no further than St Elmo’s - amazing food, and a sophisticated and intimate atmosphere.
The only drawback is snaring a table as, even on a quiet night, St Elmo’s is often booked out, so remember to book early.
Whether you start at the bar or head straight to your table for some of the Bay’s best tapas, you‘re assured of a fantastic evening at this superb venue.
REMEMBER: Put on your best holiday outfit and head to St Elmo’s for a night to remember!
Open 7 nights a week from 5 pm
st elmos byron bay
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St. Elmo Dining Room & Bar
Special night out? Look no further than St Elmo’s - amazing food, and a sophisticated and intimate atmosphere.
The only drawback is snaring a table as, even on a quiet night, St Elmo’s is often booked out, so remember to book early.
Whether you start at the bar or head straight to your table for some of the Bay’s best tapas, you‘re assured of a fantastic evening at this superb venue.
REMEMBER: Put on your best holiday outfit and head to St Elmo’s for a night to remember!
Open 7 nights a week from 5 pm
st elmos byron bay
The Pass Cafe provides great indoor-outdoor dining. Dine on the covered deck or choose an outdoor table under a market umbrella. The Pass Cafe is footsteps from the beach - at the best surfing break in Australia - and it offers a wide range of meals, snacks and drinks. This licensed cafe not only has tasty menu options, grab-and-go snacks (think fish and chips), ice creams and drinks but the friendly staff will welcome you warmly - even if you’re barefoot, in your swimmers and a towel over your shoulder. Enjoy the beachy vibe!
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The Pass
The Pass Cafe provides great indoor-outdoor dining. Dine on the covered deck or choose an outdoor table under a market umbrella. The Pass Cafe is footsteps from the beach - at the best surfing break in Australia - and it offers a wide range of meals, snacks and drinks. This licensed cafe not only has tasty menu options, grab-and-go snacks (think fish and chips), ice creams and drinks but the friendly staff will welcome you warmly - even if you’re barefoot, in your swimmers and a towel over your shoulder. Enjoy the beachy vibe!
SUNDAY spit roasts are back at The Farm. (Not available year round - see Threeblueducks.com for more info.) The Farm is a must-visit Byron venue for brunch, lunch, dinner - or coffee and cake. Great ambience!
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The Farm Byron Bay
11 Ewingsdale RdSUNDAY spit roasts are back at The Farm. (Not available year round - see Threeblueducks.com for more info.) The Farm is a must-visit Byron venue for brunch, lunch, dinner - or coffee and cake. Great ambience!
Looking for a venue for a special night out? The Italian, T21/108 Jonson St, Byron Bay NSW 2481, is a great choice for sophisticated dining. The food and atmosphere consistently receive great reviews.
Open 7 nights a week from 6 pm.
https://www.theitalianbyronbay.com
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The Italian Byron Bay
108 Jonson St
Looking for a venue for a special night out? The Italian, T21/108 Jonson St, Byron Bay NSW 2481, is a great choice for sophisticated dining. The food and atmosphere consistently receive great reviews.
Open 7 nights a week from 6 pm.
https://www.theitalianbyronbay.com
‘Rustic Italian fare with flair’ sums up this wine bar and restaurant - perfectly. After dining at Di Vino a few nights before writing this, I thought the above quote was very apt. The atmosphere was cosy - upbeat without being too loud. The meal was well presented, and it didn’t take an eon to arrive - and it was VERY tasty. One meal and I was totally addicted! And the cost seemed reasonable. Di Vino has become one of my go-to Italian eateries - and I’m trying to find an excuse for another visit!
https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/di-vino-byron-bay-72408
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Di Vino
2 Fletcher St‘Rustic Italian fare with flair’ sums up this wine bar and restaurant - perfectly. After dining at Di Vino a few nights before writing this, I thought the above quote was very apt. The atmosphere was cosy - upbeat without being too loud. The meal was well presented, and it didn’t take an eon to arrive - and it was VERY tasty. One meal and I was totally addicted! And the cost seemed reasonable. Di Vino has become one of my go-to Italian eateries - and I’m trying to find an excuse for another visit!
https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/di-vino-byron-bay-72408
Outdoor as well as indoor seating - casual - vegetarian options
Beef & Beach - bar and dining - offers many fresh and tasty menu choices, from a simple tasty burger or seafood chowder to a great variety of meals, including vegetarian options. Choose from black Angus steak, seafood, poultry, pork and salad - and vegetarian options.
Licensed - so you can have a beer or glass of wine with your meal.
Beef & Beach has many mix and match menu options. Great casual Byron vibe. Above Woolworths, in the Mercato complex, Jonson Street. Convenient parking. Great atmosphere!
https://beefandbeach.com.au/beef-beach-byron-bay/
Beef and Beach Restaurant Byron Bay
108-114 Jonson St
Outdoor as well as indoor seating - casual - vegetarian options
Beef & Beach - bar and dining - offers many fresh and tasty menu choices, from a simple tasty burger or seafood chowder to a great variety of meals, including vegetarian options. Choose from black Angus steak, seafood, poultry, pork and salad - and vegetarian options.
Licensed - so you can have a beer or glass of wine with your meal.
Beef & Beach has many mix and match menu options. Great casual Byron vibe. Above Woolworths, in the Mercato complex, Jonson Street. Convenient parking. Great atmosphere!
https://beefandbeach.com.au/beef-beach-byron-bay/
The Balcony Bar & Oyster Co, on the corner of Lawson and Jonson Streets, is a favourite iconically Byron watering hole. Perched above the buzzing streets of Byron Bay, The Balcony is a favourite happy hour venue and people-watching spot.
Sean Connolly, an award-winning Sydney chef, has created a great menu that caters for all tastes, serving everything from tapas (and, of course, oysters) to main meals to please all tastes.
*The kitchen opens until about 9 pm (the bar much later), making The Balcony a great place for a late dinner.
The Balcony is a must-visit venue for holidaymakers - and of course locals.
https://balcony.com.au/
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The Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
3 Lawson StreetThe Balcony Bar & Oyster Co, on the corner of Lawson and Jonson Streets, is a favourite iconically Byron watering hole. Perched above the buzzing streets of Byron Bay, The Balcony is a favourite happy hour venue and people-watching spot.
Sean Connolly, an award-winning Sydney chef, has created a great menu that caters for all tastes, serving everything from tapas (and, of course, oysters) to main meals to please all tastes.
*The kitchen opens until about 9 pm (the bar much later), making The Balcony a great place for a late dinner.
The Balcony is a must-visit venue for holidaymakers - and of course locals.
https://balcony.com.au/
Kinoko offers creative Japanese fusion dishes and a sushi train - in a low-key setting. Suitable for a casual tasty, quick and easy meal.
http://www.kinoko.com.au/
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Kinoko
23 Jonson StKinoko offers creative Japanese fusion dishes and a sushi train - in a low-key setting. Suitable for a casual tasty, quick and easy meal.
http://www.kinoko.com.au/
Il Buco Cafe & Pizzeria
4 Bay LnGreat pizza, convenient location.
Locura is a sophisticated bar and casual-dining venue. It offers share plates, tapas and more substantial meals. It is a great place to catch up with friends for happy hour and beyond. Owned and run by the guys from ‘Three Blue Ducks’ at The Farm.
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Locura
6 Lawson StLocura is a sophisticated bar and casual-dining venue. It offers share plates, tapas and more substantial meals. It is a great place to catch up with friends for happy hour and beyond. Owned and run by the guys from ‘Three Blue Ducks’ at The Farm.
Good Mediterranean food - the seafood platter is always popular as a shared meal for two people.
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Cyprus Tree
4 Bay LnGood Mediterranean food - the seafood platter is always popular as a shared meal for two people.
The heart of the Byron social scene, where travellers, surfies and locals gather for drinks, food and live music.
Great venue for morning coffee.
The Green Room at the Beach Hotel open from 3 pm.
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Beach Hotel Resort, Byron Bay
1 Bay LnThe heart of the Byron social scene, where travellers, surfies and locals gather for drinks, food and live music.
Great venue for morning coffee.
The Green Room at the Beach Hotel open from 3 pm.
Three Blue Ducks, The Farm, owned by members of The Oroton family, is located on an 80-acre working farm on Ewingsdale Road. Open from 12 midday until late. SUNDAY spit roasts are sometimes available, but these spit roasts are not available year round - see threeblueducks.com for details.
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Three Blue Ducks in Byron
11 Ewingsdale RdThree Blue Ducks, The Farm, owned by members of The Oroton family, is located on an 80-acre working farm on Ewingsdale Road. Open from 12 midday until late. SUNDAY spit roasts are sometimes available, but these spit roasts are not available year round - see threeblueducks.com for details.
I haven’t eaten here but many of our guests tell me they try to eat here at least twice each trip to Byron Bay!
Bay Lane, behind the Beach Hotel
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Thai Lucy
4 Bay LnI haven’t eaten here but many of our guests tell me they try to eat here at least twice each trip to Byron Bay!
Bay Lane, behind the Beach Hotel
A great people-watching spot - especially suitable for single travellers. Located on the corner of Jonson Street and Bay Lane, behind the Beach Hotel, this is one of the best places in town to chill out, listen to the nighttime buskers and relax. And it’s also a great place for morning or afternoon coffee.
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Byron Fresh
7 Jonson StA great people-watching spot - especially suitable for single travellers. Located on the corner of Jonson Street and Bay Lane, behind the Beach Hotel, this is one of the best places in town to chill out, listen to the nighttime buskers and relax. And it’s also a great place for morning or afternoon coffee.
The Rails is a great place for an inexpensive but tasty evening meal - plus entertainment. Suitable for all age groups. This venue has stood the test of time with locals and holidaymakers.
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Nighttime
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Railway Friendly Bar
86 Jonson StThe Rails is a great place for an inexpensive but tasty evening meal - plus entertainment. Suitable for all age groups. This venue has stood the test of time with locals and holidaymakers.
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
Nighttime
ELEMENTS of BYRON is open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner - and the all-day bar offers great cocktails, nibbles and snacks.
‘Elements’ is a great choice for breakfast - but remember to ask for a table overlooking the pool - even if you have to wait.
And the bar is also opened all day for locals as well as guests and it’s a great place to while away an hour or two or to have a pre-dinner cocktail or drink - before dining in the restaurant or popping back into town to your restaurant of choice.
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Elements of Byron
144 Bayshore DrELEMENTS of BYRON is open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner - and the all-day bar offers great cocktails, nibbles and snacks.
‘Elements’ is a great choice for breakfast - but remember to ask for a table overlooking the pool - even if you have to wait.
And the bar is also opened all day for locals as well as guests and it’s a great place to while away an hour or two or to have a pre-dinner cocktail or drink - before dining in the restaurant or popping back into town to your restaurant of choice.
Leaf & Grain
87 Jonson StElixiba Plant-Based Restaurant - Byron Bay
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1 Byron StBarrio
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90-96 Jonson StBang Bang Byron Bay
1 Byron StKura Byron Bay
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139 Lawson StThe Spa at Byron at Byron, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort
77-97 Broken Head RdThe Northern
43 Jonson StMany locals eat here, which is always a good sign -
but I have seen less-than-glowing reviews online, along with very good reviews - so maybe it depends what you order. I know a number of locals who make it a regular port of call when they want a tasty, fresh Thai-fusion meal. Also, the owner is the chef. I have yet to eat here, but I am looking forward to paying a visit before too long. Vegetarians are well catered for. And takeaway is available.
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Red Hot & Green
Many locals eat here, which is always a good sign -
but I have seen less-than-glowing reviews online, along with very good reviews - so maybe it depends what you order. I know a number of locals who make it a regular port of call when they want a tasty, fresh Thai-fusion meal. Also, the owner is the chef. I have yet to eat here, but I am looking forward to paying a visit before too long. Vegetarians are well catered for. And takeaway is available.
Cafe, Coffee, Snack, Lunch
The Beach Hotel is the heart of the Byron social scene, where travellers, surfers and locals gather for drinks, snacks, meals and live music.
Great place for morning coffee!
https://www.beachhotel.com.au/
Byron Beach
45-47 Massinger StBayleaf is Byron’s go-to morning coffee place to hang out. Popular with locals and visitors, always busy, and a must-do Byron experience.
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Bayleaf Cafe
2A Marvell StBayleaf is Byron’s go-to morning coffee place to hang out. Popular with locals and visitors, always busy, and a must-do Byron experience.
Great place for morning coffee! Best view and great atmosphere.
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Beach Hotel Resort, Byron Bay
1 Bay LnGreat place for morning coffee! Best view and great atmosphere.
If you like shared tables, casual healthy eating, sitting outside on the grass to eat - or healthy takeaway-style snacks - this is the place to go. Top Shop is the fave after-surfing pit stop for locals, which is always a good recommendation! Great place for travellers to meet like-minded people.
And they have amazing burgers - try The American burger or The Fish burger. Many healthy and vegetarian options.
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The Top Shop
65 Carlyle StIf you like shared tables, casual healthy eating, sitting outside on the grass to eat - or healthy takeaway-style snacks - this is the place to go. Top Shop is the fave after-surfing pit stop for locals, which is always a good recommendation! Great place for travellers to meet like-minded people.
And they have amazing burgers - try The American burger or The Fish burger. Many healthy and vegetarian options.
Sitting just below Byron’s iconic lighthouse, the Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe is a great morning tea destination. Great whale-watching spot overlooking the ocean. Tasty snacks, muffins, coffee and cake. (For a special occasions, ask about booking a sunrise breakfast - one of the most interesting breakfasts I’ve had in Byron.)
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Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe
201 Lighthouse RdSitting just below Byron’s iconic lighthouse, the Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe is a great morning tea destination. Great whale-watching spot overlooking the ocean. Tasty snacks, muffins, coffee and cake. (For a special occasions, ask about booking a sunrise breakfast - one of the most interesting breakfasts I’ve had in Byron.)
Carbs not a problem? Then you’ll LOVE Twisted Sista Cafe. Twisted Sista specialises in savoury tarts and mouthwatering cakes, tarts and sweet treats. And, of course, Twisted Sista serves tea and coffee to accompany the sweet and savoury offerings.
One visit and you‘ll want to return for more - soon! Just deciding which sweet treat to choose is a morning-tea dilemma because simply gazing at the wide array of cakes and tarts is almost enough to cause one to delete the words ‘low carb’ from their vocabulary.
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Twisted Sista Cafe
4 Lawson StCarbs not a problem? Then you’ll LOVE Twisted Sista Cafe. Twisted Sista specialises in savoury tarts and mouthwatering cakes, tarts and sweet treats. And, of course, Twisted Sista serves tea and coffee to accompany the sweet and savoury offerings.
One visit and you‘ll want to return for more - soon! Just deciding which sweet treat to choose is a morning-tea dilemma because simply gazing at the wide array of cakes and tarts is almost enough to cause one to delete the words ‘low carb’ from their vocabulary.
The Farm is an excellent place for your morning or afternoon coffee (as well as a great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner).
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The Farm Byron Bay
11 Ewingsdale RdThe Farm is an excellent place for your morning or afternoon coffee (as well as a great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner).
The Pass
Combi features many healthy-food options (including vegetarian) and a few not-so-healthy offerings, ensuring Combi has something for everyone!
You can choose a shared table or an individual table - and there are great magazines to read while enjoying your coffee, snack or light meal.
Combi has a very popular, laid-back atmosphere, healthy food - and very Byron decor. Great for morning or afternoon coffee, snacks and healthy light meals. Recommendation: try their acai bowl, smoothie or specialty coffee and don’t miss their ‘raw’ cake.
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Combi Byron Bay
25 Fletcher StCombi features many healthy-food options (including vegetarian) and a few not-so-healthy offerings, ensuring Combi has something for everyone!
You can choose a shared table or an individual table - and there are great magazines to read while enjoying your coffee, snack or light meal.
Combi has a very popular, laid-back atmosphere, healthy food - and very Byron decor. Great for morning or afternoon coffee, snacks and healthy light meals. Recommendation: try their acai bowl, smoothie or specialty coffee and don’t miss their ‘raw’ cake.
Close to Main Beach and the action - great location! Some reports, however, say Fishheads is not as popular as it used to be for dining in, BUT it is still popular for fish and chips, takeaway or coffee. Casual, licensed —and a not-to-be-missed view and great beachy atmosphere!
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Fishheads
1 Jonson StClose to Main Beach and the action - great location! Some reports, however, say Fishheads is not as popular as it used to be for dining in, BUT it is still popular for fish and chips, takeaway or coffee. Casual, licensed —and a not-to-be-missed view and great beachy atmosphere!
Leaf & Grain
87 Jonson StDip Cafe
25 Fletcher StSlice Pizzeria Byron Bay
4 Jonson StThe Park Hotel Motel Suffolk Park
223 Broken Head RdThe Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
3 Lawson StreetPinot & Picasso Byron Bay
30 Middleton StTreehouse on Belongil
25 Childe StThe Mez Club
85-87 Jonson StELEMENTS of BYRON is open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner - and the all-day bar offers great cocktails, nibbles and snacks.
‘Elements’ is a great choice for breakfast - but remember to ask for a table overlooking the pool - even if you have to wait.
And the bar is also opened all day for locals as well as guests and it’s a great place to while away an hour or two or to have a pre-dinner cocktail or drink - before dining in the restaurant or popping back into town to your restaurant of choice.
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Elements of Byron
144 Bayshore DrELEMENTS of BYRON is open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner - and the all-day bar offers great cocktails, nibbles and snacks.
‘Elements’ is a great choice for breakfast - but remember to ask for a table overlooking the pool - even if you have to wait.
And the bar is also opened all day for locals as well as guests and it’s a great place to while away an hour or two or to have a pre-dinner cocktail or drink - before dining in the restaurant or popping back into town to your restaurant of choice.
Great people-watching spot, especially for single travellers. Buskers provide entertainment - and it’s close to the action!
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Byron Fresh
7 Jonson StGreat people-watching spot, especially for single travellers. Buskers provide entertainment - and it’s close to the action!
Stone & Wood Brewery
100 Centennial CctByron Bay Brewery
1 Skinners Shoot RdAmazing view, great ambience - and whales from May to November. Dolphins year round!
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Cape Byron Lighthouse Cafe
201 Lighthouse RdAmazing view, great ambience - and whales from May to November. Dolphins year round!
Many locals eat here, which is always a good sign -
but I have seen less-than-glowing reviews online, along with very good reviews - so maybe it depends what you order. I know a number of locals who make it a regular port of call when they want a tasty, fresh Thai-fusion meal. Also, the owner is the chef. I have yet to eat here, but I am looking forward to paying a visit before too long. Vegetarians are well catered for. And takeaway is available.
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Red Hot & Green
Many locals eat here, which is always a good sign -
but I have seen less-than-glowing reviews online, along with very good reviews - so maybe it depends what you order. I know a number of locals who make it a regular port of call when they want a tasty, fresh Thai-fusion meal. Also, the owner is the chef. I have yet to eat here, but I am looking forward to paying a visit before too long. Vegetarians are well catered for. And takeaway is available.
HAPPY HOUR: cocktails, drinks
Perennial favourite with local and travellers - great ambience and a local icon! Kitchen closes about 9 pm so great for people arriving in town late. Also great for daily happy hour. The Balcony is a must-visit restaurant as well as happy hour destination for cocktails, drinks and snacks!
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The Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
3 Lawson StreetPerennial favourite with local and travellers - great ambience and a local icon! Kitchen closes about 9 pm so great for people arriving in town late. Also great for daily happy hour. The Balcony is a must-visit restaurant as well as happy hour destination for cocktails, drinks and snacks!
Loft Byron Bay
4 Jonson StTreehouse on Belongil
25 Childe StElements of Byron
144 Bayshore DrRae's on Wategos
6-8 Marine ParadeLocura
6 Lawson StThe Mez Club
85-87 Jonson StThe Green Room at The Beach Hotel is open from 3pm till late, making it a great place for a pre-dinner drink, shared snack or a light meal. Think tapas, pizza, cocktails - beer and bubbly!
Green Room Byron Bay
1 Bay StThe Green Room at The Beach Hotel is open from 3pm till late, making it a great place for a pre-dinner drink, shared snack or a light meal. Think tapas, pizza, cocktails - beer and bubbly!
Byron Beach
45-47 Massinger StVegetarian + Healthy eating
Although many cafes and restaurants in Byron Bay have vegetarian eating options - here are a few eateries that specialise in vegetarian meals BUT not all of these are solely vegetarian - and some vegetarian meals would also suit non-vego diners.
Looking for a healthy salad or meal? I’m told from a reliable local source that Leaf & Grain, next to Bayleaf in Marvell Street, is one of the best.
Review from Trip Advisor:
Amazing salad
Takeaway-style cafe with quick and easy service of delicious meals. Amazing coffee. Great vegetarian options.
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Leaf & Grain
87 Jonson StLooking for a healthy salad or meal? I’m told from a reliable local source that Leaf & Grain, next to Bayleaf in Marvell Street, is one of the best.
Review from Trip Advisor:
Amazing salad
Takeaway-style cafe with quick and easy service of delicious meals. Amazing coffee. Great vegetarian options.
Wanting fresh takeaway salads and mostly vegetarian food - check out Fundies takeaway options.
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Fundies Organics - Byron Bay Organic Groceries & Cafe
61 Jonson StWanting fresh takeaway salads and mostly vegetarian food - check out Fundies takeaway options.
Looking for healthy and delicious vegetarian food in Byron Bay? Great takeaway - or eat in. Can recommend, even for usually non-veggo eaters. Hot and cold food.
Exceedingly Healthy. Exceptionally Delicious. At Manna Haven Café Restaurant in Byron Bay, they take pride in serving you with healthy and delicious vegetarian food made from fresh and local produce. Our extensive ‘grab and go’ vegetarian menu is sure to please with a range of fresh salads, tasty mains, mouth watering desserts and smoothies. Most items on their menu are vegan, and they also have a large range of gluten-free options available.
We refresh our menu every week, so there’s always something interesting and delicious for you to try when you visit Manna Haven. Please browse their delicious menu examples. Our weekly menus are always fresh, hot and ready for you to to ‘grab and go’ or ‘rest and relax’ in our peaceful indoor or outdoor garden setting.
Not open Saturdays.
Manna Haven Cafe Restaurant
97 Jonson StLooking for healthy and delicious vegetarian food in Byron Bay? Great takeaway - or eat in. Can recommend, even for usually non-veggo eaters. Hot and cold food.
Exceedingly Healthy. Exceptionally Delicious. At Manna Haven Café Restaurant in Byron Bay, they take pride in serving you with healthy and delicious vegetarian food made from fresh and local produce. Our extensive ‘grab and go’ vegetarian menu is sure to please with a range of fresh salads, tasty mains, mouth watering desserts and smoothies. Most items on their menu are vegan, and they also have a large range of gluten-free options available.
We refresh our menu every week, so there’s always something interesting and delicious for you to try when you visit Manna Haven. Please browse their delicious menu examples. Our weekly menus are always fresh, hot and ready for you to to ‘grab and go’ or ‘rest and relax’ in our peaceful indoor or outdoor garden setting.
Not open Saturdays.
Pinot & Picasso Byron Bay
30 Middleton StElixiba Plant-Based Restaurant - Byron Bay
23 Jonson StMimosa Byron Bay
1 Byron StTo sample the special flavours of country living, in a unique coastal setting, visit Mrs Birdy’s cafe at South Golden Beach. Choose scrumptious homemade cake and coffee, or a vegetarian burger or fresh salad - or from late afternoon sample amazing pizza, veggo or otherwise. It all looks - and tastes - so good you‘ll want to take some home for later. Special treat: ask for cakes cooked by Victoria - choose whatever is available on the day - perhaps apple and almond cake, chocolate olive oil cake (soooo moist), lemon meringue tart, orange polenta cake - to mention a few. Country cooking at its best - healthy snacks and mains and gluten and dairy-free dessert options.
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Mrs Birdy
19 Beach AveTo sample the special flavours of country living, in a unique coastal setting, visit Mrs Birdy’s cafe at South Golden Beach. Choose scrumptious homemade cake and coffee, or a vegetarian burger or fresh salad - or from late afternoon sample amazing pizza, veggo or otherwise. It all looks - and tastes - so good you‘ll want to take some home for later. Special treat: ask for cakes cooked by Victoria - choose whatever is available on the day - perhaps apple and almond cake, chocolate olive oil cake (soooo moist), lemon meringue tart, orange polenta cake - to mention a few. Country cooking at its best - healthy snacks and mains and gluten and dairy-free dessert options.
No Bones
11 Fletcher StMany locals eat here, which is always a good sign -
but I have seen less-than-glowing reviews online, along with very good reviews - so maybe it depends what you order. I know a number of locals who make it a regular port of call when they want a tasty, fresh Thai-fusion meal. Also, the owner is the chef. I have yet to eat here, but I am looking forward to paying a visit before too long. Vegetarians are well catered for. And takeaway is available.
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Red Hot & Green
Many locals eat here, which is always a good sign -
but I have seen less-than-glowing reviews online, along with very good reviews - so maybe it depends what you order. I know a number of locals who make it a regular port of call when they want a tasty, fresh Thai-fusion meal. Also, the owner is the chef. I have yet to eat here, but I am looking forward to paying a visit before too long. Vegetarians are well catered for. And takeaway is available.
Takeaway
Open from about 7 am the Kiosk at the Beach Cafe is an ideal place for a grab-and-go snack or coffee from early morning. Simply order your coffee, snack etc and relax on the tables provided on your way to or from Clarke’s Beach.
Convenient, casual ‘beachy’ eating - in your swimmers! Can suggest the prawn roll, when available, as a great after-swim light lunch.
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Byron Beach
45-47 Massinger StOpen from about 7 am the Kiosk at the Beach Cafe is an ideal place for a grab-and-go snack or coffee from early morning. Simply order your coffee, snack etc and relax on the tables provided on your way to or from Clarke’s Beach.
Convenient, casual ‘beachy’ eating - in your swimmers! Can suggest the prawn roll, when available, as a great after-swim light lunch.
If you like shared tables, casual healthy eating, sitting outside on the grass to eat - or HEALTHY TAKEAWAYS - this is the place to go. Top Shop is the fave after-surfing pit stop for locals, which is always a good recommendation! Great place for travellers to meet like-minded people.
And they have amazing burgers - try The American burger or The Fish burger. Many healthy and vegetarian options. Closes at 4 pm.
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The Top Shop
65 Carlyle StIf you like shared tables, casual healthy eating, sitting outside on the grass to eat - or HEALTHY TAKEAWAYS - this is the place to go. Top Shop is the fave after-surfing pit stop for locals, which is always a good recommendation! Great place for travellers to meet like-minded people.
And they have amazing burgers - try The American burger or The Fish burger. Many healthy and vegetarian options. Closes at 4 pm.
Great selection of reasonably priced middle-eastern food. Their falafels and hommous are legendary! Casual outdoor seating. Budget food at its best.
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Orgasmic Food Byron Bay
11 Bay LnGreat selection of reasonably priced middle-eastern food. Their falafels and hommous are legendary! Casual outdoor seating. Budget food at its best.
This well-known bakery at Suffolk Park is popular with locals, tradies and holidaymakers. Specialising in lunchtime fare - hot pies, toasties, bread and cakes, the Suffolk Park Bakery has something for everyone and attracts a HUGE crowd every day.
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Suffolk Park Bakery
2 Clifford StThis well-known bakery at Suffolk Park is popular with locals, tradies and holidaymakers. Specialising in lunchtime fare - hot pies, toasties, bread and cakes, the Suffolk Park Bakery has something for everyone and attracts a HUGE crowd every day.
Manna Haven Cafe Restaurant
97 Jonson StIl Buco Cafe & Pizzeria
4 Bay LnHunky Dory Fish & Chips Byron Bay
109 Jonson StL' Ultime
5 Lawson StMimosa Byron Bay
1 Byron StThe Pass
Fishheads
1 Jonson StSunday Sustainable Bakery
101 Jonson StMain Street Burger Bar
18 Jonson StByron Bay Hotbread Kitchen
50 Jonson StSlice Pizzeria Byron Bay
4 Jonson StBeloporto Burger Bar
73-75 Jonson StMany locals eat here, which is always a good sign -
but I have seen less-than-glowing reviews online, along with very good reviews - so maybe it depends what you order. I know a number of locals who make it a regular port of call when they want a tasty, fresh Thai-fusion meal. Also, the owner is the chef. I have yet to eat here, but I am looking forward to paying a visit before too long. Vegetarians are well catered for. And takeaway is available.
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Red Hot & Green
Many locals eat here, which is always a good sign -
but I have seen less-than-glowing reviews online, along with very good reviews - so maybe it depends what you order. I know a number of locals who make it a regular port of call when they want a tasty, fresh Thai-fusion meal. Also, the owner is the chef. I have yet to eat here, but I am looking forward to paying a visit before too long. Vegetarians are well catered for. And takeaway is available.
Activities
Great eco kayak tours around beautiful Byron Bay to spot turtles, the local dolphin pod and migrating humpback whales, in season. Expert guides with a love of the ocean.
https://goseakayakbyronbay.com.au
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Go Sea Kayak at Byron Bay
56 Lawson StGreat eco kayak tours around beautiful Byron Bay to spot turtles, the local dolphin pod and migrating humpback whales, in season. Expert guides with a love of the ocean.
https://goseakayakbyronbay.com.au
Gary (Gaz) Morgan is a longtime local, who can teach you EVERYTHING you need to know about surfing. Style surfing is one of the few surf schools licensed to teach surfing IN THE WAVES AT BYRON BAY - rather than having to travel by bus to an out-of-town destination. Style Surfing is Byron’s longest-running surf school and has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the best.
Locals recommend Gaz because they know his reputation and they say ‘He’s a legend - the best ever’. Gaz guarantees to get you up and surfing or, for the more experienced surfers, help you fine tune your surfing skills.
To book or make an enquiry, ring Gaz on +61416162969.
See Gary’s website for more info: https://www.stylesurfingbyronbay.com/
Recommend by locals and our B&B guests. Surf lessons are held IN Byron Bay.
WARNING: Some other surf schools will load you into a bus, drive you out of town - falsely claiming the waves are better there - and conduct the lesson in areas not suited to beginners BECAUSE their surf school doesn’t have a licence to operate in Byron Bay.
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Style Surf Byron Bay
2 Sandpiper CtGary (Gaz) Morgan is a longtime local, who can teach you EVERYTHING you need to know about surfing. Style surfing is one of the few surf schools licensed to teach surfing IN THE WAVES AT BYRON BAY - rather than having to travel by bus to an out-of-town destination. Style Surfing is Byron’s longest-running surf school and has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the best.
Locals recommend Gaz because they know his reputation and they say ‘He’s a legend - the best ever’. Gaz guarantees to get you up and surfing or, for the more experienced surfers, help you fine tune your surfing skills.
To book or make an enquiry, ring Gaz on +61416162969.
See Gary’s website for more info: https://www.stylesurfingbyronbay.com/
Recommend by locals and our B&B guests. Surf lessons are held IN Byron Bay.
WARNING: Some other surf schools will load you into a bus, drive you out of town - falsely claiming the waves are better there - and conduct the lesson in areas not suited to beginners BECAUSE their surf school doesn’t have a licence to operate in Byron Bay.
Recommend by our previous B&B guests. Surf lessons are held IN Byron Bay.
WARNING: some other surf schools will load you into a bus, drive you out of town - falsely claiming the waves are better there - and conduct the lesson in areas not suited to beginners BECAUSE the surf school doesn’t have a licence to operate in the surf at Byron Bay.
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Blackdog Surf School Byron Bay
11 Byron StRecommend by our previous B&B guests. Surf lessons are held IN Byron Bay.
WARNING: some other surf schools will load you into a bus, drive you out of town - falsely claiming the waves are better there - and conduct the lesson in areas not suited to beginners BECAUSE the surf school doesn’t have a licence to operate in the surf at Byron Bay.
One of our guests at Byron Beachside @ La Mer had an amazing experience at Zephyr Horses, on a very well-behaved horse and with a great instructor. She said, ‘I can’t recommend this place highly enough and I can’t wait to go back’.
A must-do for horse lovers and those with a love of the outdoors and physical activities.
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Zephyr Horses
145 Bayshore DriveOne of our guests at Byron Beachside @ La Mer had an amazing experience at Zephyr Horses, on a very well-behaved horse and with a great instructor. She said, ‘I can’t recommend this place highly enough and I can’t wait to go back’.
A must-do for horse lovers and those with a love of the outdoors and physical activities.
If snorkelling or scuba diving is on your must-do list, then the Julian Rocks Marine Reserve is the place to go, and Sundive can take you there in their well-equipped marine craft. And you will be accompanied by experienced instructors.
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Sundive Byron Bay
11 Middleton StIf snorkelling or scuba diving is on your must-do list, then the Julian Rocks Marine Reserve is the place to go, and Sundive can take you there in their well-equipped marine craft. And you will be accompanied by experienced instructors.
‘The lighthouse walk’ is number one must-do activity in Byron Bay. Simply put on your joggers (not flip flops), cross the road - and you’re on your way.
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Cape Byron Walking Track
199 Lighthouse Rd‘The lighthouse walk’ is number one must-do activity in Byron Bay. Simply put on your joggers (not flip flops), cross the road - and you’re on your way.
The world-first solar train runs a return shuttle service for the three-kilometre journey between ‘North Beach Station’ in Sunrise Beach and the ‘Byron Beach’ platform adjacent to the Shirley Street level crossing. Both have disabled access, seating, shelter and bicycle racks.
Catch the solar train and then walk to Elements Resort poolside bar for a refreshing drink and maybe a snack (or their restaurant, which is open to the public, too) or visit Sun Bistro for lunch.
NOTE: Elements Resort is a great place for breakfast, an afternoon tipple - or dinner - but ask to sit where you can see the pool.
View timetable online.
For more information visit www.byronbaytrain.com.au
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Byron Bay Train
Bayshore DriveThe world-first solar train runs a return shuttle service for the three-kilometre journey between ‘North Beach Station’ in Sunrise Beach and the ‘Byron Beach’ platform adjacent to the Shirley Street level crossing. Both have disabled access, seating, shelter and bicycle racks.
Catch the solar train and then walk to Elements Resort poolside bar for a refreshing drink and maybe a snack (or their restaurant, which is open to the public, too) or visit Sun Bistro for lunch.
NOTE: Elements Resort is a great place for breakfast, an afternoon tipple - or dinner - but ask to sit where you can see the pool.
View timetable online.
For more information visit www.byronbaytrain.com.au
Balloon Aloft Byron Bay
11 Ewingsdale RoadLennox Head Hang Gliding School
8 Barrett DriveByron Bay Surf School
29 Shirley StBlue Bay Whale Watching Byron Bay
Old Pacific HwyWhale Watching Byron Bay
9 Marvell StMarkets
The Byron Bay Beachside Market takes place four times a year at Byron’s Main Beach foreshore.
https://byroncentre.com.au/markets/beachside-market/
The best local produce available fresh weekly, from 8-11am Thursdays.
Great local produce, including Deborah's Jersey-milk cheese (Allard’s Dairy), fresh blueberries & local honey - and an array of fresh produce.
Grab a coffee - or breakfast - and listen to the live music while enjoying the passing parade of shoppers, or checking out the fresh-food options.
A great way to start the day.
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Byron Farmers Market
Butler StreetThe best local produce available fresh weekly, from 8-11am Thursdays.
Great local produce, including Deborah's Jersey-milk cheese (Allard’s Dairy), fresh blueberries & local honey - and an array of fresh produce.
Grab a coffee - or breakfast - and listen to the live music while enjoying the passing parade of shoppers, or checking out the fresh-food options.
A great way to start the day.
This craft market has an excellent reputation for its arts and crafts.
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The Channon Craft Market
The Channon RoadThis craft market has an excellent reputation for its arts and crafts.
Bangalow Market
1 Market StThe vibrant Byron Community Market, held on the first Sunday of the month, is one of the best markets around. You’ll find something for everyone - an amazing array of clothes, jewellery, food, artefacts, plants - and many more items. A great place for lunch. (Previously held at the Butler Street Reserve)
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Byron Community Market
The vibrant Byron Community Market, held on the first Sunday of the month, is one of the best markets around. You’ll find something for everyone - an amazing array of clothes, jewellery, food, artefacts, plants - and many more items. A great place for lunch. (Previously held at the Butler Street Reserve)