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Northern Rivers Restaurants Serving Lunch

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"Readers' Choice 2019 Winner"
Potager

Potager

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

Carool

13 Chef Hat Award
Potager wins Gold for the 3rd time!Number 1 in NSWWe just won Gold for the 3rd year in a row in the Restaurant category of the NSW Tourism Awards. We have now been inducted into the Tourism Hall of Fame. Why not come and celebrate with us? Hope to...
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...
Expect an authentic Mediterranean experience served with a smile at new restaurant on the Byron Bay block, The Hut on Friday Hut Road in Possum Creek. This beach-chic venue calls the Old O’Possum C...
Cafe Boker

Cafe Boker

Middle Eastern   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Ballina

Oh, Look it's Wine O'clockNow Serving Beer and WineEnjoy a delicious fresh cold Seven Mile beer or a wine from De Bortoli. Select from Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Prosecco or Rose. Available after 10 am, to book your table call 0497 889...
"Ethically sustainable, seasonal products"
Shelter

Shelter

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"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 ...
Lennox Pizza

Lennox Pizza

Pizza   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Lennox Head

Monday Night ALL YOU CAN EAT $25 All you can eat pizza every Monday night from 5pm for $25. T&C’s apply
For great food, delicious cocktails and excellent service in Ballina, head to Mexican-inspired bar 187 Cantina on River Street. Expect a vibrant dining experience bringing the flavours of Mexico to...
Unicorn Seafood Restaurant on Marine Parade in Kingscliff delivers the ancient Greek concept of hospitality, generosity and courtesy shown to those who are far from home, This family-owned dining d...
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...
"Love they use their own farm vegies"
Annola Thai Restaurant

Annola Thai Restaurant

Thai   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Grafton

Spice up your next meal in Grafton by stopping by Annola Thai Restaurant on Prince Street. With a team of Thai Chefs at the helm, Annola’s authentic menu stays true to tradition, offering a range o...
Common People Brewing Co

Common People Brewing Co

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bangalow

Thursday ThursdaysBeer and Pizza for $30Choose any pizza and small beer combo for $30 - that's essentially a free beer! Available every Thursday from 12pm - 9pm
"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...
Chippa Fish and Chips

Chippa Fish and Chips

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 10:30 AM

Evans Head

Simple food, done well is what Chippa Fish and Chips on Oak Street in Evans Head is all about. This local fish and chippery is hard not to miss with a bright orange frontage and signage while indoo...
Inspired by the humble family-owned tavernas and kafenios of traditional Greek villages, Kouzina on Acacia Street in Byron Bay is where the community gathers to feast, rejoice and relax in an authe...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Vegan"
No Bones Byron Bay

No Bones Byron Bay

Vegan   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Byron Bay

No Bones about it! This Byron Bay plant-powered tapas and cocktail bar is on a mission to save the Earth one Brussels sprout at a time. Nestled on Fletcher Street not far from the salty sea air of ...
Freewave Sushi

Freewave Sushi

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 AM

Lennox Head

Sushi Heaven!Must TryCome and visit us! we have sushi, Japanese bento boxes and burgers. What more could you want? No booking required. If you are wanting to get in contact with us, message us on Instagram or give us a...
Red Ginger Byron Bay

Red Ginger Byron Bay

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Byron Bay

Delighting all the senses, Red Ginger emporium on Jonson Street in Byron Bay grew out of a love of Asian food and culture. Now, this dumpling house is the place to be seen in the Northern Rivers fo...
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 ...
Che Bon

Che Bon

French   $$$$$   Opens Mon 11:00 AM

Ballina

Experience ‘gastronomie Française’ at Ché Bon on Cherry Street in Ballina, where French tradition meets Australian fusion. On balmy days sit alfresco at wooden tables with cheery orange chairs, whi...