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Northern Rivers Restaurants With Fully Licensed

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Jazz Dinner A Night of SongEnjoy the legendary Caroline Agostini as she sings jazz classics as you dine in the elegant dining room, delighting in our à la carte 3-course, or the 5 & 7-course set menu. Nobody does a jazz dinn...
Taverna

Taverna

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Kingscliff

12 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Night Chef's Sustainable BanquetOnly $49 ppIndulge in a selection of 4 dishes hand picked by our Chef. This menu changes weekly and typically features 3 small plates and 1 large plate with sides. Designed with sustainability in mind, the ba...
Bar Heather

Bar Heather

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Mon 5:00 PM

Byron Bay

13 Chef Hat Award
Bar Heather on Jonson Street in Byron Bay brings a refined yet relaxed energy to its seasonal, produce-led menu. Influenced by modern Australian flavours, classic European technique and South East ...
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...
"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

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

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
Experience Potager’s New Summer Menu – vibrant flavours, local ingredients, and summer-inspired creativityFresh for SummerPotager’s new Summer Menu has arrived, celebrating the best of the season with fresh, locally sourced produce. Enjoy vibrant flavours, creative dishes, and beautifully crafted plates designed to sh...
River - Wild at Heart
13 Chef Hat Award
River - Wild at Heart on Mullumbimby Street in Brunswick Heads is more than a restaurant – it is a tribute to place, produce and personal journey. A celebration of Northern Rivers produce, people a...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Loft Byron Bay

Loft Byron Bay

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

Byron Bay

Bottomless LunchFri, Sat & Sunday LunchEnjoy our Bottomless Lunch with 3-course Set Menu from $99pp (Includes Loft Beer, Wine & Sparkling)
"Inspired by age-old artisan trades"
Butcher Baker

Butcher Baker

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Bangalow

Fresh Flavours Await t at Butcher BakerStart Your Day with UsVisit us at the Butcher Baker Bangalow! We serve fresh pastries, sourdough, bagels, waffles, and Eggs Benny, alongside specialty coffee, local juices, and craft beers. Relax in our cosy indoor or s...
Flavours of the Levant Brunch with a Twist At Cafe Boker in Ballina, we serve Middle Eastern-inspired dishes with a modern café twist, from shakshuka and falafels to slow-cooked lamb and signature Challah sandwiches. Paired with locally roa...
The Pass Cafe

The Pass Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Byron Bay

Located in the vibrant suburb of Byron Bay, The Pass Cafe offers a delightful dining experience that captures the essence of the Northern Rivers region. Guests are welcomed into a relaxed, sun-dren...
Ocean Shores Tavern

Ocean Shores Tavern

Pub Food   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Ocean Shores

Wednesday Steak Night$22 T-Bone Steak400g T-Bone served with crispy potatoes (from 5.30pm every Wednesday night) *excludes public holidays
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Vegan"
Valentines Dinner4 course tasting menuLooking for the perfect Valentine’s Day dinner in Byron Bay? Celebrate love at No Bones with a special four-course set menu and a welcome drink on arrival, designed for sharing and savouring togeth...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Thai"
Mahsuri Thai

Mahsuri Thai

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 12:30 PM

Kingscliff

Exotic, spicy and fresh, Mahsuri Thai brings a culinary tour of Thailand to the shores of Kingscliff. Nestled in Salt Village, a vibrant dining room filled with warm tones of dark red and cream com...
Etched into the escarpment with the best view of the Pacific Ocean in Australia, the iconic Pacific Hotel on Pilot Street in Yamba offers a dining experience to remember. From the moment you step i...
Casa Luna

Casa Luna

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Byron Bay

In the heart of Byron Bay on Fletcher Street, Casa Luna blends coastal elegance with Mediterranean flair to create a dining and social experience full of warmth and energy. The menu celebrates shar...
Pub Classics at Brushgrove HotelVisit us today!Savour classic pub favourites at Brushgrove Hotel, where hearty dishes meet great flavours. Enjoy a 250g rump steak, crispy battered flathead, crumbed calamari, 250g chicken schnitzel, chicken parm...
Located on Marvell Street in Byron Bay, It’s Marvell St Café & Bar is a laid-back coastal haven where great coffee, fresh food, and relaxed vibes come together. Bright and breezy, the space capture...
Step into Ottilies, nestled on Station Street in the heart of Mullumbimby, and you’ll find a warm-hearted neighbourhood pizzeria where the aroma of wood-fire and fresh dough greets you at the door....
The Burrow Cabarita Beach

The Burrow Cabarita Beach

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Bogangar

The Burrow Cabarita Beach on Tweed Coast Road in Bogangar is a venue by the people for the people. The relaxed vibe of the town oozes through every part of this venue, which is a local hub for food...