Beach Byron Bay

Beach Byron Bay is a waterfront restaurant overlooking Clarkes Beach, with every table positioned to take in the water. It is a setting suited to a long lunch, a sunset drink or dinner by the sea, with a dining room that brings together local produce, seasonal cooking and a curated wine list. The combination of beach views and polished, personal service gives the restaurant a more considered feel than a casual seaside stop, while keeping the focus on the landscape around it.

The menu changes with the seasons and draws on produce from the Northern Rivers. Head chef Barret Jones uses his global culinary experience to create food that is inventive and centred on fresh ingredients, with seafood and seasonal vegetables receiving particular attention. The restaurant’s own descriptions highlight hand-picked seafood and changing produce rather than a fixed list of signature dishes, so it is a place to return to as the menu develops. A sommelier-selected wine can be paired with the meal, adding another layer to the experience without taking attention away from the food or the view.

There is a strong local and regional story behind the restaurant. Beach Byron Bay’s Farm to Table series follows Chef Barret Jones as he visits local producers, including a Northern Rivers dairy farm, to source seasonal ingredients. The venue is co-owned by Ben and Belinda Kirkwood with Fink, the Australian restaurant group behind venues including Bennelong and OTTO. The longstanding team includes restaurant manager Leo Offredi, whose background spans Europe, New Zealand and Australia, as well as a dedicated events and weddings team.

Beach Byron Bay works well for a special meal, a relaxed occasion by the water or a group gathering. Groups of 10 or more can choose from curated set menus, including two-course, three-course and shared three-course formats. The venue also hosts weddings, with ocean and hinterland views, seasonal local produce and support from an events team. For a more casual visit, the nearby Beach Kiosk on the Clarkes Beach headland offers breakfast, lunch, drinks, fresh seasonal bites and coffee, with access to the Cape Byron Headland Reserve close by. Together, the restaurant and kiosk provide distinct ways to enjoy this part of Byron Bay, from a quick beachside stop to a longer dining experience.