The Smoking Camel
A much-loved Middle Eastern restaurant in central Byron Bay, rated 4.8 across more than 500 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Smoking Camel sits on Lawson Street in the heart of Byron Bay, a much-loved restaurant bringing vibrant Middle Eastern flavours to Australia's favourite beach town. In a relaxed, food-loving town spoiled for dining choice, it's earned a strong reputation for its bold, share-friendly cooking and welcoming atmosphere.
The appeal is that combination of flavour-packed Middle Eastern food and a buzzy, convivial setting, just a short stroll from the beach and the main streets, fitting Byron's easygoing, quality-conscious mood perfectly. The festive, share-the-table style makes it a great fit for a group dinner or a lively night out.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 500 reviews, it's clearly delighting its diners. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and central Byron gets very busy over weekends and holidays, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you're visiting in peak season, dining with a group, or keen to settle in for a Middle Eastern feast in the heart of Byron Bay.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 17:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 17:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 17:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 90
- Popularity
- 83
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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