12 Bars and Pubs in Byron Bay and the Hinterland
From Japanese dining bars to live music venues, the Byron Bay region offers plenty of places to grab a drink. Whether you're after cocktails in town, wine tastings, or a classic pub experience in nearby suburbs, here are the best bars and pubs worth visiting.
- 1Restaurants Byron Bay
1. Moonlight Japanese
Byron Bay's highest-scoring venue in this list. A dual-purpose spot that combines dining and bar culture, offering a different vibe from standalone bars.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(978)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
2Bars Ewingsdale2. Treehouse Byron Bay
Located in Ewingsdale just outside Byron Bay, this venue offers a change of scenery while staying close to town.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(1,702)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Bars Bangalow3. The Flower Bar Co. Byron Bay Premium Florist | Same Day Delivery
A uniquely positioned venue in Bangalow that merges floristry with bar culture, ideal if you're after something unconventional.
Open MondaysView venue4.9(101)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Bars Mullumbimby4. Mullumbimby Continental
Mullumbimby's main bar option, useful if you're exploring the hinterland towns south of Byron Bay.
Open SundaysView venue4.7(132)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Bars Ballina5. Ballina RSL Club
Offers live music alongside bar facilities in Ballina, making it a solid choice for entertainment-focused visits.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.1(2,152)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Bars Byron Bay6. Railway Friendly Bar
A Byron Bay institution with a welcoming name and central location in town.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.2(1,129)· Google$$$$60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Bars Ballina7. Henry Rous Tavern
A traditional tavern option in Ballina for those seeking classic pub atmosphere outside Byron Bay proper.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.3(641)· Google$$$$60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Cafes Lennox Head8. Beef and Beach Lennox Head
Lennox Head's pub venue, useful if you're heading to the coast south of Byron Bay.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.2(500)· Google$$$$58Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Bars Ballina9. Isola Wine Shop & Tasting Room
Ballina's dedicated wine venue—a good stop for tasting rather than casual drinking.
View venue5.0(36)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Bars Byron Bay10. The Souk Cocktail Bar
Byron Bay's cocktail-focused option, offering a more refined drinking experience in the main town.
Open late (after 10pm)View venue4.7(37)· Google55Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Bars Byron Bay11. Paradiso Music Room
Byron Bay bar with a music focus, ideal for live entertainment nights.
Open late (after 10pm)Open SundaysView venue4.6(54)· Google55Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Bars Mullumbimby12. Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club
Mullumbimby's second bar option, offering club-style atmosphere and membership culture.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.2(147)· Google55Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moonlight Japanese | 68/100 | 4.8(978) | — | Byron Bay | Open 7 days |
| Treehouse Byron Bay | 62/100 | 4.3(1,702) | $$ | Ewingsdale | Open 7 days |
| The Flower Bar Co. Byron Bay Premium Florist | Same Day Delivery | 61/100 | 4.9(101) | — | Bangalow | Open Mondays |
| Mullumbimby Continental | 60/100 | 4.7(132) | — | Mullumbimby | Open Sundays |
| Ballina RSL Club | 60/100 | 4.1(2,152) | — | Ballina | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Railway Friendly Bar | 60/100 | 4.2(1,129) | $$ | Byron Bay | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Henry Rous Tavern | 60/100 | 4.3(641) | $$ | Ballina | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Beef and Beach Lennox Head | 58/100 | 4.2(500) | $$ | Lennox Head | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Isola Wine Shop & Tasting Room | 57/100 | 5.0(36) | — | Ballina | — |
| The Souk Cocktail Bar | 55/100 | 4.7(37) | — | Byron Bay | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Paradiso Music Room | 55/100 | 4.6(54) | — | Byron Bay | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club | 55/100 | 4.2(147) | — | Mullumbimby | Open late (after 10pm) |
Frequently asked questions
Are there cocktail bars in Byron Bay?+
Yes. The Souk Cocktail Bar is listed as Byron Bay's cocktail-focused venue.
Which venues offer live music?+
Ballina RSL Club is tagged for live music, and Paradiso Music Room in Byron Bay emphasises a music-focused experience.
Is there a wine-focused bar in the region?+
Isola Wine Shop & Tasting Room in Ballina specialises in wine tasting and retail.
What bars are in Byron Bay town itself?+
Moonlight Japanese, Railway Friendly Bar, The Souk Cocktail Bar, and Paradiso Music Room are all in Byron Bay suburb.
Are there bars in the hinterland towns?+
Yes. Mullumbimby has Mullumbimby Continental and Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club. Ballina has Henry Rous Tavern, Ballina RSL Club, and Isola Wine Shop & Tasting Room. Ewingsdale has Treehouse Byron Bay. Lennox Head has Beef and Beach.
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