Best Bars in Byron Bay (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Byron Bay? We've rounded up 18 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Byron Bay rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
18 spots
Moonlight Japanese
Moonlight Japanese is a restaurant in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 978 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 68/100.
Treehouse Byron Bay
$$Global cuisine, wood-fired pizzas and live music in a bohemian restaurant and bar under palm trees.
The Flower Bar Co. Byron Bay Premium Florist | Same Day Delivery
The Flower Bar Co. Byron Bay Premium Florist | Same Day Delivery is a bar in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 101 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Mullumbimby Continental
Mullumbimby Continental is a bar in Mullumbimby, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 132 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Henry Rous Tavern
$$Henry Rous Tavern is a bar in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 641 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Railway Friendly Bar
$$Railway Friendly Bar is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 1129 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Ballina RSL Club
Ballina RSL Club is a bar in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 2152 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Beef and Beach Lennox Head
$$Grills, fish and global grub in a relaxed pub/restaurant with ocean views from a large balcony.
Isola Wine Shop & Tasting Room
Isola Wine Shop & Tasting Room is a bar in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 36 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Jekyll & Hyde Lennox Head
Jekyll & Hyde Lennox Head is a bar in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 78 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club
Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club is a bar in Mullumbimby, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 147 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
The Souk Cocktail Bar
The Souk Cocktail Bar is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 37 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Paradiso Music Room
Paradiso Music Room is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 54 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Horizon Byron Bay
Horizon Byron Bay is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 18 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
No Name Baylane
No Name Baylane is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 36 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Saltwater Social Club.
Saltwater Social Club. is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 3.7-star Google rating from 93 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
The Shack @ The Beach Hotel
The Shack @ The Beach Hotel is a bar in Ocean Shores, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 17 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 47/100.
Arts Factory Garden Bar
Arts Factory Garden Bar is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 26 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
Bars by suburb
Zoom in on the best bars in Byron Bay's most popular neighbourhoods.
Bars guides for Byron Bay
roundupByron Bay Nightlife: The Best Bars & Live Music
From free live music at Railway Friendly Bar to beachside drinks at Treehouse, here’s how to choose a Byron Bay night out.
Read guide →roundupFree Things to Do in Byron Bay
Byron Bay has long traded on its beaches, headlands and hinterland, and a good chunk of what makes the area special costs nothing to enjoy. From the coastal tracks around Walgun Ca
Read guide →roundupByron Bay With Kids: Family-Friendly Things to Do
From Main Beach parks and headland walks to rainforest waterfalls and a working farm, here are grounded family-friendly ways to explore Byron Bay.
Read guide →Bars in Byron Bay — FAQs
What are the best bars in Byron Bay?+
Our top-rated bars in Byron Bay are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Byron Bay bars ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bars by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bars are listed in Byron Bay?+
We currently feature 18 bars across Byron Bay and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.