
Dip Cafe
$$Trendy coffee house with an open kitchen, for brekkie and lunch staples like BLT and eggs Benedict.
Looking for the best restaurants in Byron Bay? We've gathered 42 standout spots in this corner of Byron Bay, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Byron Bay 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.
42 spots in Byron Bay

Trendy coffee house with an open kitchen, for brekkie and lunch staples like BLT and eggs Benedict.

Modern Italian-influenced dining in Byron Bay, with an evolving menu, Italian-leaning wines, cocktails, alfresco seating and group dining spaces.

Beach Byron Bay is a restaurant in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 1064 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.

FERME at Byron Bay Spirits Co. is a restaurant in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 69 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.

The Belongil Bistro is a restaurant in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 259 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.

Light-filled cafe with rustic-chic charm, plus a sprawling terrace, serving creative brunch dishes.

Combi Byron Bay is a restaurant in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 981 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.

A highly rated restaurant at The Belongil in Byron Bay with a 4.9 rating across 75 diners.

An oyster bar and seafood restaurant offering fresh oysters, local seafood, breakfast, indoor dining and alfresco seating in Byron Bay.

A highly rated ramen spot near Byron Bay with a 4.7 rating across 96 reviews.

A highly rated Thai restaurant in Byron Bay with a 4.9 rating across 62 diners.

Seafood, grills & breakfast in a relaxed space opening onto a beach-view deck with wicker chairs.

A well-regarded cafe and eatery at Byron Bay with a 4.3 rating across 344 reviews.

A well-regarded resort restaurant at Byron Bay with a 4.2 rating across 353 diners.

A highly rated restaurant at Byron Bay with a 4.9 rating across 78 diners.

A relaxed Byron Bay venue for lunch, dinner, an open beer garden and free live music from local and touring bands.

A well-regarded restaurant and events venue at Ewingsdale near Byron Bay with a 4.6 rating across 32 reviews.

A relaxed Suffolk Park kiosk for coffee, breakfast, bowls, burgers, cabinet sweets, juices and casual dinner on Mondays and Tuesdays.
The restaurants in Byron Bay 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.
We currently feature 42 restaurants in Byron Bay, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
Byron Bay 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.
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.