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Dinner with Caldera Chamber EnsembleMovies & MusicalsDelight in a night of music in the elegant dining room with the Caldera Chamber Ensemble performing the hits from “Movies & Musicals” conducted by Barry Singh. Your toes will be tapping to the...
Framed by sweeping ocean views on Marine Parade in Kingscliff, Taverna brings a modern Greek sensibility to the beachfront. This intimate, boutique venue sits just metres from the sand, offering a ...
Expect an authentic Mediterranean experience served with a smile at Byron Bay dining destination, The Hut on Friday Hut Road in Possum Creek. This beach-chic venue calls the Old O’Possum Creek Publ...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00 AM

Lennox Head

13 Chef Hat Award
Set in idyllic beachside Lennox Heads, Shelter on Pacific Parade beckons as a home away from home for locals and visitors alike. Whether passing through or part of the community, seek shelter at th...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager – A Kitchen Garden is a hef-hatted, produce-led restaurant on a 10-acre property in Carool, overlooking the Northern Rivers valley to the sea. Its menus follow the seasons: herbs and flower...
SUNDAY ROAST 12PM til sold out Every Sunday from 12pm until sold out! We serve up a classic Tallawanta Beef Rump Roast with our homemade Yorkshire pudding and gravy for $42 — and trust us, you'll want to add our Duck Fat Potatoe...
Namaste Byron

Namaste Byron

Indian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 4:30 PM

Byron Bay

Authentic Indian Lunch in Byron BayOur New Lunch Menu Join us at Namaste Byron as we introduce our exciting new lunch menu, available Friday to Sunday from 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Enjoy authentic Indian favourites like Dosa Platters, Chole Bhature, Dahi P...
Nestled on Terania Street in the heart of The Channon village, The Channon Tavern is a place of deep community roots and remarkable resilience — a beloved local institution whose story stretches ba...
Giulia Italian

Giulia Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Kingscliff

Autumn Menu arrives!Autumn style dishes!
Discover a modern café offering a vibrant, busy and happy destination for all-day dining at Wild Thyme Dining on Wharf Street in Murwillumbah. Step into an eclectic vibe of booth seating beside col...
Bay Pizza Lab

Bay Pizza Lab

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Byron Bay

On Fletcher Street in Byron Bay, Bay Pizza Lab is a vibrant pizzeria and bar dedicated to reimagining the art of pizza. Inspired by traditional Italian techniques and a passion for innovation, the ...
Caba Social Cafe

Caba Social Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 6:00 AM

Bogangar

Where Good Food Meets Good VibesFresh & LocalAt Caba Social, we’re all about fresh flavours, great coffee, and laid-back coastal vibes. Join us for breakfast or lunch and enjoy a menu packed with wholesome favourites, vibrant dishes, and refr...
Hey Lady Diner

Hey Lady Diner

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Wed 8:00 AM

Ballina

Ladies NightFirst Friday of the monthRound up your girls and kick off the first Friday of the month at Hey Lady Diner’s Ladies Night. Expect great tunes from our DJ from 7pm–12am, a buzzing dancefloor and seriously good vibes. Sip on ...
Situated on Ballina Street in Lennox Head, Rhea Food + Wine is a relaxed yet refined dining space that captures the easy coastal rhythm of the village. Centred around thoughtful cooking and a love ...
The Pass Cafe

The Pass Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 7:00 AM

Byron Bay

Located on Brooke Drive, Byron Bay, The Pass Cafe enjoys an unbeatable setting within Arakwal National Park, just steps from the iconic surf break at The Pass. Surrounded by lush greenery and ocean...
Loft Byron Bay
Bottomless LunchFri, Sat & Sunday LunchEnjoy our Bottomless Lunch with 3-course Set Menu from $99pp (Includes Loft Beer, Wine & Sparkling)
Black Dingo Cafe

Black Dingo Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:30 AM

Tweed Heads

Live Music by the SeaYour Sunday Escape Every Sunday from 1PM to 4PM, we host live music here at Black Dingo Café. Come and enjoy the relaxed coastal vibes, great drinks, and stunning ocean views no booking needed, just bring yourself an...
Cafe Boker

Cafe Boker

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

Ballina

Locally-loved Café Boker on River Street is the place to head in Ballina for the tantalising taste of Middle Eastern fare with flair. Located in the CBD with an inviting alfresco area streetside fo...
BYO WineEvery nightDiscover the rich, authentic flavours of Nepalese and Tibetan cuisine at Kathmandu Kitchen Nepalese & Tibetan Restaurant. Perfect for a relaxed night out, you’re invited to bring your favourite bot...
"Love they use their own farm vegies"
Annola Thai Restaurant

Annola Thai Restaurant

Thai   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Grafton

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...