Beach Byron Bay.

Perched right on the headland at Clarkes Beach, Beach Byron Bay offers uninterrupted views over the water and toward The Pass from every table. The venue cleverly splits its personality: by day, a breezy kiosk handles sandy-footed locals looking for a post-swim coffee or casual brunch, while the main dining room transitions into a sophisticated, light-filled restaurant. Chef Barret Jones leads a kitchen focused entirely on Northern Rivers produce, steering away from static coastal cliches to deliver an inventive, seafood-heavy menu that evolves with the seasons. Backed by a highly curated wine program, it is just as suited for a long, sun-drenched lunch as it is for a refined dinner by the sea, making the most of one of the town's most iconic waterfront settings.