Where To Eat & Drink In Byron Bay

While we don’t like to pick favourites, when it comes to cool coastal gems, they don’t get much greater than Byron Bay. 

Stretching from Tweed through to Kyogle, the Northern Rivers' best restaurants range from family-owned hideaways to hatted establishments.

From hippie haven to a mecca for Australia’s glitterati, Byron Bay/Cavanbah has undergone a serious glow-up over the past few decades. But one thing that hasn’t changed: its line-up of ridiculously tasty cafes.

From secret supper clubs to underground raves, the message is clear: it’s time to put down your phone and dive headfirst into real-life connection, flavour, and vibes.

When you've had enough wheatgrass shots and whole foods to last you a decade, Byron's nightlife is the perfect place to reintroduce the party.

Set on 80 acres of rolling hinterland just outside Byron’s centre, The Farm Byron Bay is a working regenerative farm open to the public. 

Here’s the thing: belonging isn’t up for debate. And if you really want proof? Just look at these nine Black-owned businesses and cultural spaces—serving up suya skewers, good coffee, big art, and even bigger vibes.