Eateries

Best Byron Bay Restaurants

Beach Suites Byron Bay is designed for holidays that are a masterpiece of moments. Moments of connection. Moments of emotion. Moments of yum! 

Breakfasts without devices. Long lunches served with a side of sensational views. Cosy dinners with an air of romance.  And food, glorious food. These are the kind of meals we connect over. The kind we talk about for years to come. 

Byron Bay restaurants, cafes and bars combine unapologetically seasonal, local produce with the fervour of world-renowned chefs, mixologists and restaurateurs. It’s time to feast.

Just Around the Corner

Without a doubt one of the foundations that make Beach Suites so truly unique is its central, beachfront location. 

In the heart of our beloved town, we live amongst some of the best restaurants in Byron Bay, quirky bars and exceptional dining experiences.

Pixie Food and Wine

139 Jonson Street, Byron Bay
Monday to Friday for dinner and Saturday and Sunday for lunch and dinner
Traditional Italian

Pixie is intimate, quirky and cool from the moment you arrive. The scent of Sicily caresses the air. Rich leather booths are the setting of cosy evenings with delicious cocktails. Chef Matteo Tine whips new season produce into inspired plates of whipped ricotta, figs and vincotto on house baked bread, barbequed diavola chicken or market fish in saffron buttermilk and charred shallots.

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Clam and spaghetti meal and Bonito in Byron Bay

Bonito

4 Marvell Street, Byron Bay
Monday to Sunday for breakfast
Tuesday to Saturday for dinner and lunch
Fresh Seafood and Local Produce

Find yourself starving for some delicious seafood accompanied by local, fresh produce? Then step into Bonito, a standout in Byron Bay’s restaurant landscape. Chef Minh Le, with his passion for sustainable dining, crafts dishes that blend sea and garden, creating meals that leave you with an unforgettable experience. The Hiromasa Kingfish, paired with Thai pesto and vibrant citrus tones, offers a refreshing twist on an otherwise classic dish. For travellers with pets, Bonito welcome you to dine outside with your furry friends in their iconic laneway.

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Moonlight Hibachi Grill and Wine Bar

Bay Lane, Byron Bay
Monday to Sunday for dinner
Classical Japanese with Punch

The long standing tradition of perfection that is so intrinsic to Japanese cuisine extends to every aspect of Moonlight. Sip from an elevated cocktail list of refined technique and perfectly balanced ingredients. Then take a seat and sample scallops that have been Hibachi grilled and served with Cafe de Nippon butter, miso eggplant or a wagyu katsu sando. Moonlight serves a feast for every sense.

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Beach

Clarkes Beach, 2 Massinger Street, Byron Bay
Thursday to Monday for lunch. Thursday to Saturday for dinner
Endless Ocean Views

Luxurious long lunches. Dreamy romantic dinners. Casual coffees with your pup by your side and your toes in the sand. Beach Restaurant and Kiosk has it all. Pick up some quick take away from the Kiosk and watch the surfers do their stuff. Or let Head Chef Alanna Sapwell introduce you to a refined menu of painted crayfish crepes and lamb zucchini pine nut picada. Walk back to your Beach Suite along the sand. 

Light Years

139 Jonson Street, Bryon Bay
Monday to Sunday for dinner
Saturday and Sunday for lunch
Funky Asian Bar and Diner

Bringing fun to modern Asian dining, Light Years is a retro cool beachfront diner. Its distinctive decor is an amuse bouche that previews Executive Chef Robbie Oijvall’s punchy menu. Share the spicy Korean fried chicken bao bun and the kingfish ceviche for a night of taste sensations, friendly service and laughter.

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Bar Heather

G9 Jonson Lane, 139 Jonson Street, Byron Bay
Tuesday to Saturday for dinner
Natural Wines Galore

Bar Heather delivers an expansive yet intimate setting, melding the relaxed spirit of Byron with the finesse of a Parisian bistro. Renowned for its natural wine selection, this venue pairs its exquisite drinks with equally impressive small plates. Ideal for those who value a sophisticated yet welcoming dining experience. Be sure to sample the rib eye, enhanced by smoked paprika and tomato dressing.

Treehouse Byron Bay

25 Childe Street, Bryon Bay
Monday to Sunday for all day dining
Funky Asian Bar and Diner

Relax and unwind at Treehouse Byron Bay, a beachside sanctuary offering a laid-back dining atmosphere. Nestled on Belongil Beach, this spot becomes your home away from home, where Mediterranean-inspired dishes meet signature wood-fired pizzas. Treehouse are all about community and inclusivity, so feel free to bring along your four-legged friends to this pet-friendly haven.

Beer and Pizza at Treehouse

Iconic Tastes of Byron Bay

While the humming streets of our eclectic community heart offer world-class dining at your doorstep, there are certain Byron Bay cafes and restaurants within just a few minutes drive that simply cannot be missed. 

In this infamous Byron Bay institute of cuisine you’ll find meals that stop conversation, make you close your eyes and just say, “Mmmmmmm…”

Walk paddocks and enjoy a breakfast pulled fresh from the earth, travel to ‘Italy’ for lunch and devour tasting menus on romantic verandahs. These are the tastes of Byron Bay.

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Three Blue Ducks

11 Ewingsdale Road, Ewingsdale, 12 mins drive
Monday to Thursday for breakfast and lunch
Friday to Sunday for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Honest Real Farm Food

Once upon a time three surfing mates travelled the world cultivating ideas for a better way to eat. And so Three Blue Ducks was born. This Byron Bay restaurant is an experience. Wander the 80-acre farm and inspect the produce (and the pigs). Take a hamper and find a comfy spot under a tree. Or hit the restaurant for a breakfast of pear and almond fruit toast with handmade butter or kangaroo carpaccio for dinner. And the best part is, you can bring your canine best friend along. 

Harvest

18-22 Old Pacific Highway, Newrybar Village, 19 mins drive
Restaurant: Wednesday to Sunday for lunch. Friday and Saturday for dinner
Deli: 7 days for breakfast and lunch
Ancient Ovens and Hinterland Feasts

Easily among the best Byron Bay restaurants, there is romance on Harvest’s verandah, garden views that scent the hinterland air with lavender and the heart-warming smell of bread baked fresh in the 118 year old oven. With a tasting menu of BBQ squid and Ranger’s Valley beef with blackened eggplant, Harvest’s ever-evolving menu is simple and casual but finessed to perfection. 

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Rae’s

6-8 Marine Parade, Byron Bay, 7 mins drive
Seven days for lunch and dinner
A Modern Australian Milestone

White-washed arches and vine-covered walls create a romantic setting for a modern Australian menu. Mediterranean influences are Executive Chef Jason Saxby’s specialty, with each meal expertly curated. Create your own curated moments in the Rae’s Dining Room or relax with a cocktail and delectable nibbles on the Cellar Bar terrace. 

Whether you’re craving a great coffee while you walk your pup along the beach, a quirky restaurant the family will love or a dining experience worthy of a special occasion – there are unforgettable moments to be found in Byron Bay’s proud food culture. 

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