The Lennox Hotel

The Lennox Hotel is a beachfront pub in Lennox Head, Byron Bay, with views across Seven Mile Beach and an easy coastal setting. The space is built around the outlook: guests can settle in for a meal, enjoy a drink on the balcony or take in the ocean scenery while listening to local live music. Its approach is relaxed and straightforward, pairing the atmosphere of a beachside local with a broad food and drinks offering.

The bistro focuses on familiar pub food, including burgers, chicken parmigiana, schnitzel, battered barramundi and steaks, alongside lighter options such as salads and share plates. The menu also includes more substantial dishes and charcoal-cooked offerings, with dishes such as charcoal-roasted pumpkin, charcoal-roasted lamb shoulder and a charcoal-roasted achiote-marinated half chicken. For something to share, there are options including antipasti, tacos, wings and larger-format plates. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices are clearly represented, including a falafel and portobello mushroom burger and miso-grilled cauliflower.

Drinks cover the usual pub favourites as well as a sizeable list of cocktails, tap and bottled beers, wine and non-alcoholic beer. The balcony is suited to a cold beer, wine or cocktail, while the food menu makes the venue practical for a casual lunch, dinner or an unhurried catch-up. Desserts include a chocolate brownie and deconstructed cheesecake, giving meals an easy finish without changing the venue's unfussy character.

The hotel presents itself as a place for long-time locals, visitors and people passing through Lennox Head, with a welcoming, family-friendly offering that includes a dedicated kids' menu. Groups can make use of the share plates and larger dishes, while couples and smaller parties have the flexibility of the bistro and drinks list. With its beach outlook, local live music and mix of classic pub meals, lighter dishes and drinks, The Lennox Hotel suits visitors looking for a relaxed coastal pub rather than a formal dining room.