Best Nightlife in Byron Bay

"Just down the road from Byron at Byron, the Roadhouse is always buzzing. Recently under new management, the team at the Roadhouse serve delicious Allpress Coffee and pastries, brekkie rolls, hearty porridge and other breakfast goodies in the morning. In winter it is really nice to grab a table inside by the fire, but on warmer days there are plenty of big tables outside in the sun under the tress."

"From toned surfers to boho babes, The Roadhouse is the place to see and be seen in Byron. This laid-back, yet trendy cafe offers a menu filled with vegetarian options. It boasts wholesome and nutritious options, which are curated from ingredients that are sourced and foraged locally."

"Where: 4 Jonson Street What: Bites & Cocktailshttps://loftbyronbay.com.au/. In a previous life, this site pumped out prime rib steaks and seriously curly fries (it was home to Byron Bay’s original Hog’s Breath Cafe). Today, owner Matt Hunt’s dream of creating a cocktail bar with contemporary Australian food and a casual coastal ambience has been realised with Loft.!"

"Loft Byron Bay is styled luxuriously to frame sun-soaked views of famous Main Beach. Our light filled spaces, centrally elevated above Jonson Street and Bay Lane, are perfect for relaxing with family and friends."

"If casual, laid back dining is your style with great cocktails, wood fired pizza and all the ambience, Treehouse on Belongil might just be your new favourite. Located across the road from Belongil Beach, this is a locals fave to pop into after a day swimming and surfing at the beach. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Treehouse on Belongil offers a fully licensed bar, is kid friendly, and if you keep them outside – your dogs can chill closeby too."

"A homespun beach bar where wooden decks spill out among the trees, afternoons are for drinking, and live, original music is played Thursday to Sunday, with DJs playing over summer. Soak up the drinks with a menu..."

"Head along to the Balcony Bar in the centre of town for the Oyster Hour of Power from 5-6pm, to get you in the mood for a romantic evening. If you stay for dinner, you can sit on their famous balcony and sip some of the well-known cocktails or if you are in the mood for experimenting you can try a twist, such as chilli mojito or Brookie’s gin and tonic with aniseed myrtle. Dinner starts at 6 pm and includes seafood, steak and or sharing plates of tapas for a more intimate foodie experience."

"Your Hamptons-style hideaway, Balcony Bar is the aptly named building that is perched above Byron’s bustling Johnson St. The wine list provides a very decent offering of most varietals (special occasion? Why not go the Charles Heidsieck!), or be easily tempted by a cocktail menu that oozes with ‘pick me’ energy. Address: 7/3 Lawson St, Byron Bay"

"Mere footsteps from our doors at The Surf House is Balcony Bar. This is your Hamptons-style hideaway, an institution in Byron Bay. With a wine list that is wonderfully varied, a huge range of local beers and brews, and a cocktail list that screams ‘holiday mode: on”, we promise you won’t go wrong here."

"This live-music stalwart is as grungy and boozy as it ever was, and has played host to everyone from Billy Bragg and Dizzee Rascal to Dinosaur Jr and PJ Harvey. The front bar is a prime spot for people-watching..."

"Serving regional European inspired dishes, using the abundance of quality produce found locally, in a casual & comfortable setting, for friends & families to enjoy good food & wine together."

"Where: 9 Fletcher Street What: Cocktails, Beer & Winewww.thebolthole.com.au. You won’t have to wander far after a dinner in town to get to this funky bar, complete with great views of the hinterland. Once you’re done gawking at the quirky vintage touches and decorative “references to hunting, steam trains and nautical escapades”, you’ll be faced with an almighty decision – what to drink?"

"Self-described as purveyors of good times and tasty cocktails, it’s hard not to feel attracted to this character-infused refuge. The gin, whiskey, scotch and spirits menu is extensive to say the least, and you can ask the bartender for their best tonic pairing recommendation to take you G&T to that next level. Yes, these guys know their stuff."

"Just a five minute stroll from The Lord Byron, The Mez Club will have you transported across Europe, Morocco and the Middle East as you set yourself inside. While they also serve up shareable mezze-style dishes, it’s their signature cocktails that are calling you. With tipples such as the Mango Kombucha Margarita and the Pass Paloma, you can sure bet there’s going to be a cool drink (or two!) with your name on it."

"Located along Byron’s main high street, The Mez Clubis a must for cocktail hour. This beautifully designed venue has a rustic Mediterranean vibe, with white-washed walls, floor-to-ceiling doors and beautiful Moroccan-style furniture. The cocktails served here are fresh and vibrant and dangerously moreish."

"Drenched in white with woven straw accents, this chic bar-restaurant nails the Greek Islands vibe. Enjoy a lazy afternoon grazing on share plates of crispy haloumi, hummus, pitta bread and lamb kofte, with a... Japanese in Byron Bay"

"Locura is your late-night hideaway and also Byron’s ideal club for lovers of dance music. The top quality drinks checklist is a mini capital for tequila as well as mescal, however songs is at Locura’s core, curated by Jono Ma (of Jagwar Ma popularity). Look very carefully and you’ll identify distinguished Klipschorn speakers; made in the 1940s this attractive sound system was made renowned at the Loft club in New York throughout the disco age."

"Locura is your late-night hideaway and Byron’s best club for lovers of dance music. The quality drinks list is a micro mecca for tequila and mescal, however music is at Locura’s core, curated by Jono Ma (of Jagwar Ma fame). Look carefully and you’ll spot renowned Klipschorn speakers; designed in the 1940s this sexy sound system was made famous at the Loft nightclub in New York during the disco era."

"This late-night bar is known for its dance music and industrial design. Locura has a quality drinks list heavy in tequila and mezcal, combined with a tapas-style food menu that ranges from pork tacos to ceviche. What really draws crowds though is Locura’s music, collated by renowned producer Jono Ma, which morphs from disco to jazz, soul and deep house at the weekends."

"Whenever you walk by this Byron Bay café expect to see it overflowing- the food and vibe are so good it’s always packed with locals and visitors alike. The interior décor and outdoor seating at this café ooze quintessential bohemian Byron charm and the food is delicious, with plenty of vegetarian options. Address: Corner Jonson & Marvell Street, Byron BayHours: Monday- Sunday 7 am – 2 pm"

"Again, this one was recommended by locals, but it’s clear tourists know about it also. Be prepared to line up. But, it is 100% worth it."

"If casual, laid back dining is your style with great cocktails, wood fired pizza and all the ambience, Treehouse on Belongil might just be your new favourite. Located across the road from Belongil Beach, this is a locals fave to pop into after a day swimming and surfing at the beach. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Treehouse on Belongil offers a fully licensed bar, is kid friendly, and if you keep them outside – your dogs can chill closeby too."

"A homespun beach bar where wooden decks spill out among the trees, afternoons are for drinking, and live, original music is played Thursday to Sunday, with DJs playing over summer. Soak up the drinks with a menu..."

"If you’re searching for a grab-and-go brunch in Byron Bay, check out the Sunday Sustainable Bakery. Here, the shelves are heaving with baked goods, and there’s also a sit-down café with a breakfast menu until 2pm. The most famous dish is the bacon and egg on mini ciabatta, but there’s plenty more to choose from including the vegan yin toast with avocado, veg, sauerkraut and tamari roasted seeds."

"Sunday Sustainable Bakery is one of the best cafes in Byron Bay if you’re looking for healthy food made with a conscience. Everything here is made in house, by hand, and ingredients are locally sourced. If you need freshly baked bread in the morning, make sure you get here quickly- their sourdough is so good it sells out most days!"

"Set against the hub in the heart of Byron Bay, Sunday Sustainable Bakery is a local favourite for delicious plates and enlivening coffee consumed in good conscience. Everything served is made in house, by the hands of their passionate artisan bakers from ingredients that are locally sourced, and organic wherever possible."

"Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Fishheads serves up some of the freshest seafood in town. Take a seat on their laid-back, beachfront deck or grab your fish and chips to-go and enjoy on the sand. Either way, you’re in for a real treat."

"Whenever you walk by this Byron Bay café expect to see it overflowing- the food and vibe are so good it’s always packed with locals and visitors alike. The interior décor and outdoor seating at this café ooze quintessential bohemian Byron charm and the food is delicious, with plenty of vegetarian options. Address: Corner Jonson & Marvell Street, Byron BayHours: Monday- Sunday 7 am – 2 pm"

"Again, this one was recommended by locals, but it’s clear tourists know about it also. Be prepared to line up. But, it is 100% worth it."