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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...
Witness the Art of Fine DiningFlavours Up CloseAt Restaurant Dorsia, our Chef’s Table offers an exclusive and immersive dining experience. Guests are seated in the heart of the kitchen, where they can watch our chefs craft each dish with precis...
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 ...
Thursday locals 5 course tasting menu Vegan option availableThursday nights sample our 5 course tasting menu for only $99pp ( $125pp)
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
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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 at 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...
The Channon Tavern

The Channon Tavern

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

The Channon

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...
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...
Lennox Point Cafe

Lennox Point Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 AM

Lennox Head

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 Tue 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...
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 ...
Loft Byron Bay

Loft Byron Bay

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Host Your Next Event at Casa LunaEvents done rightAt Casa Luna, we know how to throw a good party. As the most awarded cocktail bar in town, we pair exceptional drinks with elevated dining and a team that knows how to bring events to life. From gr...
Cafe Boker

Cafe Boker

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
Tikis Brunchery

Tikis Brunchery

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Tue 7:00 AM

Murwillumbah

Tikis Morning & Midday EatsFresh FlavoursAt Tikis Brunchery, we serve fresh, flavour-forward brunch in a relaxed and welcoming setting in NSW. Our menu features creative breakfast and lunch dishes made with quality ingredients and bold fl...