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"Byron General Store, which dates back to 1947, has been transformed into an eco-friendly, predominantly solar-powered café by Byron residents Ben Gordon and Phil Taylor. Expect reclaimed wooden furniture, compostable takeaway packaging and a 10 percent discount for diners who walk or cycle to the store, plus 50 cents off your coffee if you bring your own mug. All menu items are vegan unless labelled otherwise and are made from produce grown locally."

"Find out where to grab the best coffee, brunch, burgers, fish & chips, Mexican, breakfasts, pizza, ice cream, cocktails, and romantic dinners – according to you. (note - businesses listed in alphabetical order as voted for by our Facebook fans - no 'pay for placement'. However, we do link to, and hope you will best support, business that advertise with byronbay.com)"

"Serving locals and travellers since 1947, Byron Bay General Store is a long-standing favourite in the Byron cafe culture. They source produce from only the best local and organic farmers in the area which directly translates to healthy, high quality food. Mostly a plant based cafe, this cafe is best known for its amazing smoothie bowls."

"Coffee before cocktails is essential, and it’s unlikely you’ll find a better cup in Byron than at Top Shop. As the name suggests, this locally loved café sits on the top of a hill, and is best known in town for serving up excellent, single origin coffee, along with a tasty range of burgers and sandwiches. Heads up — this place can get rather busy, so just in case you can’t find a seat, do as the locals do and sit on the grass by the road for a makeshift picnic."

"Smoothies, single-origin coffees and delicious pastries offer a sweet finish to a cafe menu boasting an unmatched burger selection. From beef to chicken, mushroom to halloumi, your taste buds will find what they’re craving on The Top Shop’s blackboard menu, all served between house-made buns. Gather around a table in this popular local hang-out or sprawl out on the grass under blue skies."

"It’s just a five-minute walk from the centre, but this former 1950s milk bar feels like a real find – until you see the queue for coffee, at least. Top Shop has limited seating, so meals are served in eco-friendly disposable packaging and most patrons stake out a patch on the grassy knoll out front."

"399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay www.facebook.com/folkbyronbay Self-described as ‘organic, ethical, and plant-based’, Folk is quintessentially Byron. The cafe is a quiet oasis that sits on the outskirts of town and focuses on hearty but healthy breakfasts and quality coffee. Like any joint in the beachside district (even one a hop skip and a jump from the main drag) Folk is popular and there can be a wait for tables at times – but for those who can’t stomach the thought of a queue the eatery has a younger sister in nearby Bangalow,"

"It’s also popular with flexitarians who come here to eat and eat well. Our favourites at the garden café tacked onto a caravan park, where tree stumps serve as stools and railway sleepers define the veggie patch, include the smashed avo on organic sourdough (of course) with house-made dukkah, garden greens and toasted seeds or the Folk burrito with spiced biodynamic brown rice and quinoa with organic black beans, spiced kraut and cumin-roasted pumpkin."

"If you’re vegetarian or vegan, then you’ll quickly fall in love with the menu options at Folk. Add to this the dreamy, Instagrammable garden setting and swinging tunes, and you’ve got yourself a killer breakfast spot!. View this post on Instagram"

"Whenever you walk by this Byron Bay café expect to see it overflowing- the food and vibe are so good it’s always packed with locals and visitors alike. The interior décor and outdoor seating at this café ooze quintessential bohemian Byron charm and the food is delicious, with plenty of vegetarian options. Address: Corner Jonson & Marvell Street, Byron BayHours: Monday- Sunday 7 am – 2 pm"

"Again, this one was recommended by locals, but it’s clear tourists know about it also. Be prepared to line up. But, it is 100% worth it."

"Another super popular spot for breakfast in Byron Bay is Combi, with its central location. Out of all the options on the list their menu is probably the smallest – but the real draw here is their epic acai and smoothie bowls, with the Organic Chia Party being my pick of the bunch. If you’re not feeling those there are some staples on the menu too – including avo on toast, toasted sandwhiches and even the unusual, but popular Sweet Sprouted Bread – which combines toasted sprouted bread, tahini and bannana all drizzled with local honey."

"Healthy doesn’t have to mean boring, and Combi’s range of raw and organic dishes proves it. Think smoothies, cold-pressed juices, superfood bowls and raw vegan cakes (all of which are sugar- and gluten-free), served in a refreshingly airy space with a slightly tropical vibe. There is also a good range of organic, fair-trade coffees and teas to accompany your food, and a refreshing commitment to avoiding all single-use plastics."

"When the sun is out, the pavement hot and the carparks rare, stop in at Combi to cool your jets and reinvigorate. The smoothies here—adorned with roasted coconut and edible flowers—are almost too pretty to slurp and the acai bowls some of the biggest and best value in the whole of Byron."

"If casual, laid back dining is your style with great cocktails, wood fired pizza and all the ambience, Treehouse on Belongil might just be your new favourite. Located across the road from Belongil Beach, this is a locals fave to pop into after a day swimming and surfing at the beach. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Treehouse on Belongil offers a fully licensed bar, is kid friendly, and if you keep them outside – your dogs can chill closeby too."

"A homespun beach bar where wooden decks spill out among the trees, afternoons are for drinking, and live, original music is played Thursday to Sunday, with DJs playing over summer. Soak up the drinks with a menu..."

"Address: 1 Brooke Dr, Byron BayOpening Hours: 7am – 2pm, dailyInstagram: @thepasscafebyronbay. With stunning views of the iconic “The Pass” surf break, The Pass Cafe is a popular hang out by Byron Bay locals with big hearty servings from menu favourites such as bacon and eggs to vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. The cafe’s major drawcard is not only its fabulous alfresco dining with ocean views but its top-notch coffee from Espresso Botero."

"Locura is your late-night hideaway and also Byron’s ideal club for lovers of dance music. The top quality drinks checklist is a mini capital for tequila as well as mescal, however songs is at Locura’s core, curated by Jono Ma (of Jagwar Ma popularity). Look very carefully and you’ll identify distinguished Klipschorn speakers; made in the 1940s this attractive sound system was made renowned at the Loft club in New York throughout the disco age."

"Locura is your late-night hideaway and Byron’s best club for lovers of dance music. The quality drinks list is a micro mecca for tequila and mescal, however music is at Locura’s core, curated by Jono Ma (of Jagwar Ma fame). Look carefully and you’ll spot renowned Klipschorn speakers; designed in the 1940s this sexy sound system was made famous at the Loft nightclub in New York during the disco era."

"This late-night bar is known for its dance music and industrial design. Locura has a quality drinks list heavy in tequila and mezcal, combined with a tapas-style food menu that ranges from pork tacos to ceviche. What really draws crowds though is Locura’s music, collated by renowned producer Jono Ma, which morphs from disco to jazz, soul and deep house at the weekends."

"Where: 4 Jonson Street What: Bites & Cocktailshttps://loftbyronbay.com.au/. In a previous life, this site pumped out prime rib steaks and seriously curly fries (it was home to Byron Bay’s original Hog’s Breath Cafe). Today, owner Matt Hunt’s dream of creating a cocktail bar with contemporary Australian food and a casual coastal ambience has been realised with Loft.!"

"Loft Byron Bay is styled luxuriously to frame sun-soaked views of famous Main Beach. Our light filled spaces, centrally elevated above Jonson Street and Bay Lane, are perfect for relaxing with family and friends."

"Come to the Railway Friendly Bar Byron Bay for nightly live music covering a range of genres, whether you’re into roots, reggae, folk or rock. Locally known as the Rails, this Byron Bay bar has been around for over 30 years and is located in a former railway station. Hang out in the atmospheric beer garden, sip on one of 20 on-tap brews and snack on an extensive pub grub menu."

"The Railway Friendly Bar – affectionately dubbed The Rails by locals – is the best-loved live music venue in Byron Bay. It’s also home to some of the best pub food in the area, served alongside local and touring bands every night of the week. Soundtrack your lazy lunch or dinner to everything from roots, reggae and blues, to funk, folk and rock."

"This Byron Bay bar has been around for over 30 years and is set in the town’s former railway station. It’s the ideal place to sit outside in the garden and soak up that east coast sunshine with a cold pint. There are over 20 on-tap beers to choose from, with craft varieties from Stone & Wood, Coopers Brewery and Tooheys."

"In a town of stunning beaches, it is surprisingly hard to find a meal with a view. Beach Byron Bay is an exception, its white exterior perfectly highlighting sweeping uninterrupted views from the balcony. The sunset light at dinner-time is ideal for indulging in one of the suitably strong seafood options, such as crab, chilli and black garlic crostini."

"It wouldn’t be a list of coolest restaurants in Byron Bay without mentioning a vegan joint and Manna Haven is quite possibly the best you’re going to come across. Although technically a vegetarian restaurant, the majority of the menu caters to vegans too, and the menu is shuffled around every week. Regardless of when you visit, expect to bright bold and colourful dishes that put an emphasis on flavour, with curries proving to be particularly popular."

"They have an award-winning vegetarian and vegan spread, made from local produce and served fresh. New menus come in every week and they serve vegan and gluten-free food as well. Enjoy your meals in the outdoor garden-style setting."

"If you want breakfast as close to the beach as possible then Byrons Bali inspired cafe – Bali Bagus – is the spot to head. Situated right across from main beach you can enjoy the ocean breeze from this tasty little cafe or simply wander over and enjoy your brekkie in the park or on the beach itself!. As well as brekkie faves like avo on toast, eggs benny and granola Bali Bagus also serves up some super tasty, Indonesia style brekkies too."