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Northern Rivers Restaurants

If you're looking for an incredible getaway with your family, you absolutely cannot miss the Northern Rivers. Its beaches and rolling hills have some of the most stunning and breathtaking views this country has to offer.  The warm subtropical waters are perfect for a holiday, but it's the assortment of cafes and restaurants that push those beaches over the edge. The restaurants and cafes of the Northern Rivers offer delicious fresh produce from the local region and some award winning chefs to boot.

Popular Cuisines : Cafe  Modern Australian  Bakery  Thai  Italian  Japanese  Chinese  Seafood  

"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
Number Two Tourism Restaurant in AustraliaSilver 2nd Year in a rowPotager is the most awarded restaurant in the Northern Rivers. We've now won Silver in the Tourism Restaurants Category of the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards for the second year running. We'd lov...
Born in the beauty and fire of new beginnings, Karrikin restaurant on Coldstream Street in Yamba offers an ever-changing four-course set menu, crafted from local, seasonal produce and foraged delic...
Jazz Dinner Beautiful melodiesEnjoy the legendary Caroline Agostini as she sings Jazz classics as you dine in the elegant dining room, delighting in our 3, 5 or 7 course menu. Nobody does a jazz dinner with impeccable service l...
HIGH TEA ROOMBook Now!High Tea at Flutterbies Cottage Cafe is taken to another level with its quintessential Rose Theme and the remarkable backdrop of our dedicated HIGH TEA ROOM. We are proud to say that all of the del...
Try our Set Menu$44 Per PersonCome in and try our Set Menu for only $44 Per Person. Make the tough decision easy and we will give you an assortment of Share Little Plate and our Delicious Mains! Check our Website out to find ou...
The Hut Byron Bay

The Hut Byron Bay

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00:PM

Possum Creek

13 Chef Hat Award
Expect an authentic Mediterranean experience served with a smile at new restaurant on the Byron Bay block, The Hut on Friday Hut Road in Possum Creek. This beach-chic venue calls the Old O’Possum C...
Anzac Day POP UP BreakfastBacon & Egg roll with a regular coffee = $18
We Like To Tiki, Caper Closing Party4pm Sun 26th MayIn conjunction with Caper Festival, we're throwing a Tiki Party to round-off a fabulous festival. We’re talking a Hawaiian, paradisiacal open-fire buffet-style meal, cooked by famed-friends, Louis ...
Situated on the edge of Lismore’s CBD, La Baracca Espresso Bar & Trattoria offers Mod Oz cuisine with international flavours. Chef Jumil Dela Torre along with Mario Scholl and Chris Eyles have crea...
PASTA, VINO & FOCACCIA!$38 only!How does it work? Book your table through our website and choose this fantastic experience, available only Thursday and Friday for bookings between 5pm and 6.30pm. Choose your favourite plate of pa...
"Love they use their own farm vegies"
Spice up your next meal in Grafton by stopping by Annola Thai Restaurant on Prince Street. With a team of Thai Chefs at the helm, Annola’s authentic menu stays true to tradition, offering a range o...
Buckley's by NightNow open NIGHTS!Buckley's Chance has launched NIGHTS! Come join us for an outstanding sharing menu championing local produce and native flavours alongside our natural wine selection as well as cocktails and tap be...
Shiny Brew

Shiny Brew

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 6:30:AM

Kingscliff

It's a Classic! Come and TryOur B&E roll is smothered in housemade onion relish. Come in today and enjoy, to book your table call (02) 6674 1737.
Perched on the east bank of the Clarence River, Ulmarra Hotel is home to Café Clarence, offering sumptuous Mod Oz fare in comfortable, breezy surrounds with the option to stay a night or two, shoul...
Cafe Boker

Cafe Boker

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens Sun 7:00:AM

Ballina

Malawach sabichavailable now puffed roti, hummus, egglant, sliced boiled egg, mango pickle, tabbouleh and harissa
Taste life, enjoy food at Johnny Franco’s Place on Commercial Road in Murwillumbah. Expect a stylish vibe of polished concrete floors, arched windows and white-clothed tables as you peruse a menu o...
Discover famous slow-cooked ribs and delicious pizza at Pizza & Ribs on the Run on Bent Street in South Grafton. This well-loved Northern Rivers dining destination boasts a bright red and green faç...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Vegan"
No Bones about it! This Byron Bay plant-powered tapas and cocktail bar is on a mission to save the Earth one Brussel sprout at a time. Nestled on Fletcher Street not far from the salty sea air of M...
"Inspired by age-old artisan trades"
Butcher Baker

Butcher Baker

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 6:30:AM

Bangalow

Inspired by age-old artisan trades, Butcher Baker on Byron Street brings honest food and good times to Bangalow. Located in a heritage-style building on the main street, this trendy café boasts an ...
Tokyo Doll

Tokyo Doll

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Byron Bay

Nestled in the heart of Byron Bay, find Japanese-inspired, Asian fusion casual dining at Tokyo Doll on Jonson Street. This venue is the realisation of a dream cherished by three local restaurateurs...