Byron Bay Restaurants and Dining

(Byron Bay, New South Wales - NSW, Australia)

Byron Bay is an extremely social town and the local dining is likely to be a particular highlight of any visit. Many restaurants are dotted around the town centre and close to the beachfront, often specialising in simple seafood dishes, such as local rock oysters and sea scallops.

When dining out in Byron Bay, you will soon realise that Australian wine can be an important part of a meal. Local restaurants and eateries frequently have a good selection of wines from the famous Hunter Valley region, which is located just over 600 km / 370 miles to the south of Byron Bay, close to Sydney and Newcastle, where it is known for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay vineyards.

Where to Eat

Restaurants in downtown Byron Bay are located along roads such as Bay lane and Jonson Street. Especially popular is the Beach Cafe, which resides on Lawson Street, close to Lighthouse Road and overlooking Clarkes Beach, where it serves as a reliable eatery for breakfast.

For fine dining in Byron Bay, consider a meal at the upmarket Rae's on Watego's Hotel, which stands on Marine Parade and features an al fresco restaurant seating up to 60 people. Ocean views are just one of the highlights here, while the cuisine includes gourmet seafood, wood-fired barbecues and Thai-style dishes. Also of note in Byron Bay is the Boomerang Grill on Fletcher Street, and the Beach Hotel on the corner of Bay Street and Jonson Street (close to Shirley Street) - home of the acclaimed Fins seafood restaurant and its Pacific Dining Room, as well as an enormous beer garden fronting the beach.