Best Cafes in Byron Bay (2026)
Looking for the best cafes in Byron Bay? We've rounded up 73 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.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Byron Bay is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
73 spots
Pantry 29
Pantry 29 is a cafe in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 92 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
The Kitchen Cafe
$$The Kitchen Cafe is a cafe in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 120 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
The Pass Cafe Kiosk
$$The Pass Cafe Kiosk is a cafe in Ocean Shores, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 312 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Tones at Soko
Tones at Soko is a cafe in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 75 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Nosh
Nosh is a cafe in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 261 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
Kiosk Lennox Head
Kiosk Lennox Head is a cafe in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 107 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
Tallow & Tide Cafe and Bar
Tallow & Tide Cafe and Bar is a cafe in Suffolk Park, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 13 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
Marvell St Cafe & Bar
Marvell St Cafe & Bar is a cafe in Ocean Shores, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 86 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
Byron Bay Coffee Company.
Byron Bay Coffee Company. is a cafe in Newrybar, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 37 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Prairie Coffee House
Prairie Coffee House is a cafe in Newrybar, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 33 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Sparrow Coffee - Bangalow
Sparrow Coffee - Bangalow is a cafe in Bangalow, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 97 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Rise Cafe
Rise Cafe is a cafe in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 57 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Cafe Villa
Cafe Villa is a cafe in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Hole in the wall Byron
Hole in the wall Byron is a cafe in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 156 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 47/100.
Daily Counter
Daily Counter is a cafe in Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 64 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
Leaf & Grain.
Leaf & Grain. is a cafe in Suffolk Park, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 47 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 45/100.
Gather at The Sanctuary Cafe
Gather at The Sanctuary Cafe is a cafe in Newrybar, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 8 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 45/100.
Aunties Cafe
Aunties Cafe is a cafe in Lennox Head, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 28 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 44/100.
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Read guide →Cafes in Byron Bay — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Byron Bay?+
Our top-rated cafes 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 cafes 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 cafes 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 cafes are listed in Byron Bay?+
We currently feature 73 cafes across Byron Bay and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
What's the coffee culture like in Byron Bay?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.