Best Breweries in Byron Bay (2026)
Looking for the best breweries in Byron Bay? We've rounded up 14 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.
Independent craft brewing has boomed across Australia, and Byron Bay's breweries pour everything from crisp lagers to hazy IPAs, often straight from the tanks in the taproom. Many welcome families and dogs, and some run tours or food trucks on weekends.
14 spots
Earth Beer Company
Earth Beer Company is a brewery in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 300 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 66/100.
Stone & Wood Brewery Byron Bay
Laid-back brewery with guided tours & tastings of signature ales & one-off batches, plus a canteen.
Seven Mile Brewing Co
$$Seven Mile Brewing Co is a pub in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 382 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
Cape Byron Distillery
Cape Byron Distillery is a brewery in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 217 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Wandana Brewing Co.
Wandana Brewing Co. is a brewery in Mullumbimby, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 148 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Lord Byron Distillery
Lord Byron Distillery is a brewery in Suffolk Park, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 90 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Common People Brewing Co
Common People Brewing Co is a brewery in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 168 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Ballina Tenpin Bowl
Ballina Tenpin Bowl is a brewery in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 196 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Two Mates Brewing
Two Mates Brewing is a brewery in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 77 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Byron Bay Spirits Co.
Byron Bay Spirits Co. is a brewery in Suffolk Park, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 30 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Wild Yeast Brewing Co.
Wild Yeast Brewing Co. is a brewery in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 12 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
North Wall Brewing Co.
North Wall Brewing Co. is a brewery in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Stone & Wood Brewing Co.
Stone & Wood Brewing Co. is a brewery in Newrybar, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 10 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 47/100.
Little Dragon Ginger Beer
Little Dragon Ginger Beer is a brewery in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 3.9-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 44/100.
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Read guide →Breweries in Byron Bay — FAQs
What are the best breweries in Byron Bay?+
Our top-rated breweries 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 breweries 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 breweries 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 breweries are listed in Byron Bay?+
We currently feature 14 breweries across Byron Bay and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.