67Spot Score
Tel Aviv Yafo Ballina
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Tel Aviv Yafo Ballina is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 507 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 67/100.
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Ballina, Byron Bay
Best Restaurants in Ballina
Looking for the best restaurants in Ballina? We've gathered 11 standout spots in this corner of Byron Bay, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Ballina has its own character, and the restaurants here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
Byron Bay's dining scene spans cuisines from across the world alongside modern Australian cooking that leans on local produce and seafood. Whether you're after a special-occasion table or a relaxed neighbourhood dinner, the list below is ranked so the consistently excellent rises to the top.
11 spots in Ballina
65Spot Score
Che Bon Restaurant
$$Restaurants · Ballina
Che Bon Restaurant is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 567 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 65/100.
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63Spot Score
Hey Lady Diner
Restaurants · Ballina
Hey Lady Diner is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 219 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
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63Spot Score
Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina
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Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 2197 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
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63Spot Score
Cafe Boker
$$Restaurants · Ballina
Cafe Boker is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 317 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
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63Spot Score
Kelp Restaurant Ballina
Restaurants · Ballina
Kelp Restaurant Ballina is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 349 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
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61Spot Score
La Cucina di Vino
$$Restaurants · Ballina
La Cucina di Vino is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 477 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
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58Spot Score
Charcoal Bay Artisan BBQ
Restaurants · Ballina
Charcoal Bay Artisan BBQ is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 54 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
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Byron Bay Cacao
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A Lennox Head chocolate boutique offering handcrafted Australian couverture chocolates, bonbons, custom cakes, workshops and online ordering.
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55Spot Score
Saltbush Bar & Grill
Restaurants · Ballina
Saltbush Bar & Grill is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 140 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
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53Spot Score
Tavola Restaurant Bar
Restaurants · Ballina
Tavola Restaurant Bar is a restaurant in Ballina, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 93 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
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Restaurants in Ballina — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in Ballina?+
The restaurants in Ballina listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many restaurants are there in Ballina?+
We currently feature 11 restaurants in Ballina, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Ballina in Byron Bay?+
Ballina is one of Byron Bay's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.
Do I need to book a restaurant in Byron Bay?+
For popular and higher-end restaurants, booking ahead is wise — especially Friday and Saturday nights. Many casual spots take walk-ins. Check the venue's own page or website for the latest, as we don't take bookings on your behalf.