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Northern Rivers Cafe Restaurants

"Inspired by age-old artisan trades"
Butcher Baker

Butcher Baker

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Bangalow

Inspired by age-old artisan trades, Butcher Baker on Byron Street brings honest food and good times to Bangalow. Located in a heritage-style building on the main street, this trendy café boasts an ...
The Gallery Cafe Ballina

The Gallery Cafe Ballina

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Ballina

Set in the heritage old council chambers, Ballina locals and visitors alike head to The Gallery Café on Cherry Street for fare with flair. A rustic exterior vibe of exposed brick, bifold doors and ...
Federal Doma Cafe

Federal Doma Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 AM

Federal

What was once a sushi stand has evolved into internationally acclaimed community restaurant, Federal Doma Café on Albert Street in Federal. For more than 10 years, this Northern Rivers dining desti...
Black Drop Cafe

Black Drop Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Pottsville

Mornings at Black Drop CafeOpen 7 days a week Enjoy the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and our cozy atmosphere. Start your day with your favorite brew or a delicious breakfast! We have the perfect spot for you. We are open 7 days a week from 7...
Old Quarter Coffee Merchants

Old Quarter Coffee Merchants

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Ballina

Old Quarter Coffee Merchants on Endeavour Close in Ballina is on a mission to improve the lives of coffee farmers and their communities through social impact and fair value exchange. Located in the...
Espresso Head

Espresso Head

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Byron Bay

Long established on the Byron Bay café scene, Espresso Head is a popular destination for a caffeine fix and taste of fresh, organic fare. Snag a seat in the alfresco area out front, sprawling onto ...
Yamba Cafe Marina

Yamba Cafe Marina

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 AM

Yamba

George’s Deli

George’s Deli

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Kingscliff

Hosanna Cafe

Hosanna Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Stokers Siding

Ripples Licensed Cafe

Ripples Licensed Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Hastings Point

Earning enthusiastic support of locals and tourists from near and far is Ripples Licensed Café, located at North Star Holiday Resort based in the heart of Hastings Point. This relaxing, family-frie...
Cubby Bakehouse

Cubby Bakehouse

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 AM

Chinderah

For the best baguettes this side of Paris, head to Cubby Bakehouse on Chinderah Road. This traditional French-style bakery adheres to the motto of ‘good food, plus coffee, is life', alongside fresh...
Shiny Brew

Shiny Brew

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Kingscliff

Beachwood Cafe

Beachwood Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Yamba

Beachwood Cafe in the centre of Yamba for quality cooking. Ist book released March 2012 'Turkish Flavours'- beautiful simple fresh recipes 2nd book due to release November 2013 'Meze'- amazing sh...
For a little ray of sunshine whilst in Murwillumbah, be sure to visit Sunnyside Take A Break Café set along Wollumbin Street. A modern interior awaits through a front courtyard, where a vibrant red...
Mockingbird Cafe

Mockingbird Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Kingscliff

Mrs Birdy

Mrs Birdy

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

South Golden Beach

Created by locals for locals, Mrs Birdy on Beach Avenue in South Golden Beach is a community hub where catching up over coffee and a chat is welcomed. A vine covered exterior, where alfresco tables...
Gather Yamba

Gather Yamba

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Yamba

Good conversation mixed with delicious food and coffee brings out the best in everyone at The Beach Café on Pandanus Parade in Cabarita. Embracing the Northern Rivers coastal vibe, this cool and ch...
Sweet n Spicy Cafe

Sweet n Spicy Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Yamba