Mentioned by The Bower Byron Bay
EAT & DRINK: Best Restaurants in Byron Bay
"Food and coffee combine with absolute grace in one of Byron Bay’s primary foodie destinations. You may feel like you’ve walked into one of the Bay’s coolest bars but it’s actually a whole-food café/restaurant with a menu reflecting the best of what’s in-season and on-trend. The need to queue for a table just gives visitors more time to browse the full list of coffees and cocktails on offer, alongside the Instagram-ready breakfasts, brunches and lunches."
"People who used to serve up coffee at Top Shop run another popular coffee shop in Byron Bay. At night, The Roadhouse becomes a whisky bar, but during the day it serves Byron Bay organic coffee among other pick-me-ups. Where to find The Roadhouse: 6/142 Bangalow Rd., Byron Bay"
"Back to Byron Bay town itself now and we find ourselves at Loft. As its name implies, this is an upstairs venue that looks down to the bustling Jonson Street below (it’s a few doors down from Miss Margarita) and is an upmarket establishment with lashings of natural light, wood and white furniture that exude the typical beachside Byron lifestyle. You’re welcome day or night, although be warned, past 9 pm the menu changes to snacks and nibbles."
"Located just off Main Beach, the bar has an elevated terrace so you can look out over famous Jonson Street while you relax with friends. This is one of the newest bars in Byron Bay, with a seaside ambience and contemporary Australian food menu which includes a popular weekend brunch."
"The best way to get to this great local hangout is to walk from Byron Bay’s Main Beach out toward the Wreck (local surf spot) and keep heading south to Belongil Beach. Take our tip and leave just before sunset and it will take you twenty minutes to walk to the Treehouse while the sun is setting, colouring the sky with rainbow hues. When you arrive you just have to cross the road to this retro bar and indulge in late afternoon bevvies."
"The Belongil offers beautiful coffee and generous breakfasts. Located in the beachside suburb of Belongil, in Byron Bay, known for its tranquility, undeveloped landscape and beach. Open for brunch: 7am – 2pm."
"Head along to the Balcony Bar in the centre of town for the Oyster Hour of Power from 5-6pm, to get you in the mood for a romantic evening. If you stay for dinner, you can sit on their famous balcony and sip some of the well-known cocktails or if you are in the mood for experimenting you can try a twist, such as chilli mojito or Brookie’s gin and tonic with aniseed myrtle. Dinner starts at 6 pm and includes seafood, steak and or sharing plates of tapas for a more intimate foodie experience."
"Your Hamptons-style hideaway, Balcony Bar is the aptly named building that is perched above Byron’s bustling Johnson St. The wine list provides a very decent offering of most varietals (special occasion? Why not go the Charles Heidsieck!), or be easily tempted by a cocktail menu that oozes with ‘pick me’ energy. Address: 7/3 Lawson St, Byron Bay"
"Where: 11 Fletcher Street What: Dinner & Cocktailshttps://www.nobonesbyronbay.com.au. The all-female quartet behind No Bones has answered the prayers of vegans and vegetarians alike with the launch of its plant-based food and cocktails venue. While Byron Bay’s hippy roots has blessed the town with its fair share of vegetarian options, No Bones takes things to a whole new level."
"No Bones has found a home in a sweet spot downtown Byron Bay, and thank goodness for that. The food is creative, delicious and oh-so more-ish. Everything is sourced locally (where possible), made in-house and like many other Byron businesses, the No Bones girls do it all with a strong commitment to sustainability and the environment."
"No bones, no problem at this plant-based restaurant that doesn't compromise on flavour. It's not your typical Buddha bowls and tofu here – dine al fresco under fairy lights on share dishes of comfort food from... Burgers in Byron Bay"
"The Northern is a great hang out in the centre of town, any time of the day or night. A great place to kick off your first beers of the day on the sidewalk, or in the front bar that opens onto the sidewalk. This pub is what Australia is famous for when it comes to great “counter meals”, lunch and dinner ordered at the bar at a reasonable price."
"St. Elmo Dining Room & Bar serves up contemporary Spanish tapas dishes perfect to share with that special someone. The innovative, ever-changing menu is inspired by the region’s fresh and flavoursome produce. Plus, with more than 100, carefully curated bottles of wine, St. Elmo offers one of the finest culinary experiences in their relaxed yet intimate dining room."
"Influenced by the tables of Spain where food is made to be shared, St Elmo Dining Room & Bar brings all things to all people in Byron Bay. Located on the corner of Fletcher Street and Lawson Lane, thi... Order OnlineRequest Booking"
"Delight in a chilly beer after a day in the sun at Woody’s Surf Shack, and also join the throng of partygoers as the night grows to revel in the music, dancefloor, and euphoric atmosphere of this retro-style bar. Classic surfboards hang from the ceiling, and also graffiti as well as local art work stretch along walls. Comfy cubicles, an exterior patio, and several pool tables give a perfect recess from the dance area."
"A Byron Bay staple, Woody’s Surf Shack is an essential stop on any bar crawl. The decor is inspired by a group of surfers who made the Bay their home in the ’60s and ’70s, and features surfboards, vintage photos and graffiti. Relax in retro booths or on the outdoor patio, shoot some pool, make some moves on the dance floor and enjoy anything from tinnies to bubbles or cocktails."
"Traditionally the last stop of the night, this dark bar now has a lockout time of 2am, so if you fancy shooting pool till the wee hours you'll need to get in before then. It runs a free pick-up Kombi from..."
"Fishheads is the type of restaurant where you can get high quality meals and great service – two things that make this a firm favourite with the locals. Even though they might be a bit pricey, eating here is definitely worth it. When it comes to choices this Byron Bay seafood restaurant is a winner, they have something for everyone, even the fussiest of eaters!"
"Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Fishheads serves up some of the freshest seafood in town. Take a seat on their laid-back, beachfront deck or grab your fish and chips to-go and enjoy on the sand. Either way, you’re in for a real treat."
"At Manna Place Café Restaurant in Byron Bay, they take satisfaction in offering you with delightful and also healthy and balanced vegetarian food made from fresh and also regional fruit and vegetables. Their detailed ‘obtain and go’ vegan food selection makes sure to please with a series of fresh salads, delicious keys, mouth watering treats and also trembles. Most items on their menu are vegan, and they also have a large series of gluten-free options available."
"Byron Town Centre – Opp Woolworths, 97 Jonson Street, Byron Bay. Manna Haven is an incredible healthy vegetarian and vegan cafe ran by the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. We went there for lunch and I had the Fresh Bowl – an oven baked garlic tortilla bowl filled with zestabouli quinoa salad, hummus, sriracha sauce and moist falafels, topped with tatziki."
"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."
"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."
"The folk from Three Blue Ducks opened Locura ('madness' in Spanish), a sleek and sophisticated alternative to Byron's backpacker nightspots. Get your late night techno/DJ fix with a host of guests curated by..."
"The Rails is what the locals affectionately call The Railway Hotel. The best thing about it is that the railway stopped coming through town about fifteen years ago, but we so loved our local pub that it’s remained open for business. There is a beer garden that spills out onto the car park, plus a cute little public bar that still sits on the dysfunctional railway platform."
"The Rails sure smells like a beer-stained pub, and its indoor-outdoor mayhem draws everyone from lobster-red British tourists to high-on-life earth mothers and #okboomer tourists. The front beer garden –..."
"Known more colloquially as simply The Rails, this rough-and-rambunctious staple of Byron’s renowned music scene is one of our favorite bars on the planet."
"Located on a rooftop this mixed drink and whisky bar uses a window to the globe, to relax as well as take in the hinterland sights and also watch the sundown. This dimly lit refuge from Byron’s dynamic roads below is a cosy, vintage sanctuary featuring Chesterfield lounges, antique light fittings as well as a program quiting six-metre copper-hued bar. With an option of more than 300 whisky, gin, rum, tequila and also artisanal spirits on offer, it would certainly be churlish not to indulge in a cocktail or more."
"The Bolt Hole is a chic whisky, gin and craft cocktail bar with a 2am licence, making it the ideal last stop of the night. Nestled in the heart of town, the Bolt Hole has rooftop views and vintage decor, from green Chesterfield sofas to a copper bar. Choose from more than 300 whiskies and gins, not to mention wines, artisanal spirits and signature craft cocktails."
"Self-described as purveyors of good times and tasty cocktails, it’s hard not to feel attracted to this character-infused refuge. The gin, whiskey, scotch and spirits menu is extensive to say the least, and you can ask the bartender for their best tonic pairing recommendation to take you G&T to that next level. Yes, these guys know their stuff."
"Food and coffee combine with absolute grace in one of Byron Bay’s primary foodie destinations. You may feel like you’ve walked into one of the Bay’s coolest bars but it’s actually a whole-food café/restaurant with a menu reflecting the best of what’s in-season and on-trend. The need to queue for a table just gives visitors more time to browse the full list of coffees and cocktails on offer, alongside the Instagram-ready breakfasts, brunches and lunches."
"People who used to serve up coffee at Top Shop run another popular coffee shop in Byron Bay. At night, The Roadhouse becomes a whisky bar, but during the day it serves Byron Bay organic coffee among other pick-me-ups. Where to find The Roadhouse: 6/142 Bangalow Rd., Byron Bay"
"Located on a rooftop this mixed drink and whisky bar uses a window to the globe, to relax as well as take in the hinterland sights and also watch the sundown. This dimly lit refuge from Byron’s dynamic roads below is a cosy, vintage sanctuary featuring Chesterfield lounges, antique light fittings as well as a program quiting six-metre copper-hued bar. With an option of more than 300 whisky, gin, rum, tequila and also artisanal spirits on offer, it would certainly be churlish not to indulge in a cocktail or more."
"The Bolt Hole is a chic whisky, gin and craft cocktail bar with a 2am licence, making it the ideal last stop of the night. Nestled in the heart of town, the Bolt Hole has rooftop views and vintage decor, from green Chesterfield sofas to a copper bar. Choose from more than 300 whiskies and gins, not to mention wines, artisanal spirits and signature craft cocktails."
"Self-described as purveyors of good times and tasty cocktails, it’s hard not to feel attracted to this character-infused refuge. The gin, whiskey, scotch and spirits menu is extensive to say the least, and you can ask the bartender for their best tonic pairing recommendation to take you G&T to that next level. Yes, these guys know their stuff."