So you've arrived in beautiful Byron Bay, the bags are unpacked and you're feeling hungry (quick, get there before the 'hangers' kick in)! But where is good!? Whether you are searching for the perfect spot for date night, or perhaps need to find a yummy restaurant that suits the whole family, Byron Bay has some incredible eats that you can't miss. We have tried and tested these amazing little spots with our very own tastebuds and put together a list of 20 of our all time favourites - just for you!
Think crispy, succulent pork belly, juicy burrata with locally grown tomatoes and olive oil, $1.50 oysters, or even just a good old parmigiana for the kids - you name it, Byron Bay has it (just try not to drool on your phone whilst you're reading this)!
1. BANG BANG | @bangbangrestaurants | bangbangbyronbay.com
Where is it? Byron St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Couples date night
What can't I miss? The crispy pork belly - pork will never taste the same again!
2. THE LOFT | @loftbyronbay | loftbyronbay.com.au
Where is it? Jonson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Great for families & couples
What can't I miss? The miso & chilli mussels!
3. THE MEZ CLUB | @themezclub | mezclub.com.au
Where is it? Jonson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Great for a girls lunch
What can't I miss? THE BURRATA - no questions asked
4. THE GOLF CLUB | @byronbaygolfclub | byronbaygolfclub.com.au
Where is it? Broken Head Rd, Byron Bay
Who is it for? Great for the whole fam
What can't I miss? We can't get over the scallops with cauliflower puree
5. DI VINO | @divinobyron | www.divinobyron.com
Where is it? Fletcher St, Byron bay CBD
Who is it for? Couples date night
What can't I miss? The Pappardelle Ragù
6. RSL BYRON | @bbservicesclub | byronbayservicesclub.com.au
Where is it? Jonson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Families (child minding available)
What can't I miss? The classic parma (or parmy depending on where you're from)
7. YULLI'S | @yullisbyronbay | yullis.com.au
Where is it? Byron St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Vegans! (but yummy for everyone)
What can't I miss? The crispy wontons
8. NO BONES | @nobonesbyronbay | nobonesbyronbay.com.au
Where is it? Fletcher St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Vegans & family dinners
What can't I miss? Korean fried chick'n
9. LIGHT YEARS | @lightyearsasaindiner | lightyearsasiandiner.com.au
Where is it? Lawson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? A gathering of friends
What can't I miss? The kingfish ceviche *drools*
10. RAE'S | @raesonwategos | raes.com.au
Where is it? Marine Pde, Byron Bay
Who is it for? High-end girls cocktails!
What can't I miss? The yellowfin tuna crudo
11. THE BALCONY | @balconybyronbay | balcony.com.au
Where is it? Jonson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Perfect for a birthday dinner!
What can't i miss? $1.50 oysters every Wednesday!
12. BEACH BYRON BAY | @beachbyronbay | beachbyronbay.com.au
Where is it? Massinger St, Byron Bay
Who is it for? Family dinner with ocean views!
What can't I miss? The spanner crab ravioli
13. THE ITALIAN | @theitalianbyronbay | theitalianbyronbay.com
Where is it? Jonson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Great for date night
What can't I miss? The 12hr braised boneless beef rib...... YUM
14. BEEF & BEACH | @beefandbeachbyronbay | beefandbeach.com.au
Where is it? Jonson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Great for the whole fam
What can't I miss? The cider braised pork belly salad
15. THE BEACH HOTEL | @beachhotelbyronbay | beachhotel.com.au
Where is it? Bay St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Dinner with the whole fam!
What can't I miss? The tomato mussels
16. OMA | @omafoodandwine | omafoodandwine.com
Where is it? Lawson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Parents date night!
What can't I miss? The pippies (with a side of wine of course)
17. THREE BLUE DUCKS | @threeblueducks | threeblueducks.com
Where is it? Ewingsdale Rd, Byron Bay
Who is it for? Great for families & groups of friends
What can't I miss? The smoked abalone carbonara w/ sea urchin, field mushrooms & fennel fronds - WOW
18. THE ROADHOUSE | @roadhousebyronbay | roadhousebyronbay.com
Where is it? Bangalow Rd, Byron Bay
Who is it for? Great for groups of friends (they have big tables)
What can't I miss? ANYTHING from the pizza menu (yep, it's wood-fired)
19. MISS MARGARITA | @missmargarita_byronbay | missmargarita.com.au
Where is it? Jonson St, Byron Bay CBD
Who is it for? Mexican food lovers!
What can't I miss? ANYYY of the tacos are de-lish
20. BARRIO | @barriobyronbay | barriobyronbay.com.au
Where is it? Porter St, Byron Bay Industrial Estate
Who is it for? Lovers of all things SPANISH
What can't I miss? TRY the raw wahoo - it won't disappoint
Think we've missed somewhere?! Let us know in the comments below!