Heaps Korean
A standout Korean restaurant in central Byron Bay with a near-flawless 4.9 rating.
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Why it's worth checking out
Heaps Korean sits on Lawson Street in the heart of Byron Bay, bringing vibrant Korean flavours to Australia's favourite beach town. In a relaxed, food-loving town spoiled for dining choice, it's earned a near-flawless reputation — a strong sign of a place delivering both genuine flavour and a great experience.
The appeal is that combination of bold, satisfying Korean cooking and a buzzy, central location, just a short stroll from the beach and the main streets. It fits Byron's eclectic, quality-conscious mood perfectly, and the near-perfect feedback shows it's become a genuine favourite among locals and visitors alike.
A 4.9 rating from more than 550 reviews is an excellent result and a strong endorsement. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and central Byron gets very busy over weekends and holidays — and a highly rated spot books out — so it's well worth checking current details and booking directly before you go, particularly if you're visiting in peak season or dining with a group on a busy night.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 11:30 – 16:00, 17:00 – 19:30
- TuesdayToday
- 11:30 – 16:00, 17:00 – 19:30
- Wednesday
- 11:30 – 16:00, 17:00 – 19:30
- Thursday
- 11:30 – 16:00, 17:00 – 19:30
- Friday
- 11:30 – 16:00, 17:00 – 20:00
- Saturday
- 11:30 – 16:00, 17:00 – 20:00
- Sunday
- 11:30 – 16:00, 17:00 – 20:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 94
- Popularity
- 83
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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