Best Restaurants in Ballina

135 restaurant menus in Australia, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Asian Green Restaurant
Asian Green Restaurant
86/100 (122 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Asian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Prawns
Szechuan
Sit down
Chinese
Asian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"The food is 5 stars always, which is why we keep coming back. But their service (sometimes) leaves a bit to be desired. The girls are always very..."
Demetre Minchev
"Forget the rest… this is the best Chinese Restaurant in Ballina. Located at the Ballina Golf Club .. best to book as popular with the..."
Paul dos Remedios
"We just moved to Ballina and this restaurant was recommended to us and we're glad we listened. Got take-away last night and OMG - was the best Asian..."
Andy Garlepp
"The Best Chinese in the Northern Rivers! The staff are wonderful and the food was all made to order. I have a seafood allergy and this was no..."
Brees Adventures
"Best Chinese in Ballina by far currently shoving it in my mouth right now 😋😋😋😋🤩🤩🤩 10..."
Mollie Osborne
"Had the most amazing meal...Lovely friendly staff and beautiful..."
Kim Mcintyre
"Freshest best Chinese in town. Lovely little restaurant at the golf club overlooking the green. Home delivers as well. Very reasonable prices and..."
Jodie Nunn
Danny's Bonefish Bar And Grill
Danny's Bonefish Bar And Grill
86/100 (55 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Australian
Dinner
Lunch
Fish & Chips
Thai By Night By Chalee
Thai By Night By Chalee
85/100 (893 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Thai
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Thai
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Pad Thai
Curry
Green Curry
Red Curry
Cakes
Noodle
Fish
Beef
Fried rice
Pork
Salad
Chili
Duck
Sit down
Asian
Thai
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Visa
Takeout
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Absolutely the most delicious and fresh authentic Thai food around . Chalee the owner goes above and beyond . She cooks from the heart and gives..."
Tracey Everingham Armstrong
"This place is phenomenal. I’ve never had a bad meal, it’s all 10/10 flavoursome. Hands down my favourite Thai place in the Northern Rivers. Also..."
Laura Cooper
"Fabulous food, cheerful service, highly recommended. If you enjoy fresh, bold flavours please dine at Thai by Night. Suggest book ahead for dine in,..."
Ian Rankin
"Thai by Night is an excellent Thai restaurant. We had lunch there to day and the food was delicious. Not to heavy and very fresh. Not too spicey but..."
Bill Koala
"I'm staying in Ballina for 2 night for a business trip. I was told to go here if I likes Thai food. Needed something tasty to take back to the..."
Michelle Tuer
"Absolutely beautiful authentic Thai food! We ordered the Green Curry "hot" and a Pad Thai. Loved every bite. Service was friendly and professional...."
Megan Tyson
"Took our breath away as soon as we opened the door to pick up our order. Incredible service and smiles from Alisha. More rave reviews to come once we..."
Greg Cromwell
Sushi Naru
Sushi Naru
85/100 (128 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Sushi
Japanese
Sushi
Japanese
"Even thou the Octopus Balls tasted slightly undercooked , these smaller Octopus Balls tasted OK I enjoyed the bottled cold Lychee Ice Tea Service..."
Marty
"Best I've had, fresh and top..."
Matthew Small
"Amazing sushi! Amazing staff! 100%..."
Bella Broadley
"Freshly made, scrumptious food, prices and portion are so great. The bento was really nice. The staffs were really friendly and helpful. I'd give 10..."
Smith Douglas
Westower Tavern
Westower Tavern
85/100 (1912 ratings)
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Bars & Pubs
Quick Bites
Bars & Pubs
Australian
Bar
Pub
Bar
Australian
Pub
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Twice Cooked Local Pork Belly
Graziers New York Striploin 350 Grams
PIZZAS
Prawn
Chicken Schnitzel
Marron
Panko Crumbed Barramundi
Salad
Nice Steak
Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Burger
Seafood Tower for Two
Crispy Fried Salt and Pepper Squid
Chicken Parmi Chips and Salsa
Beer Battered Flathead Fillets
Prawns
Graziers Beef Pie Floater
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Australian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Television
Playgrounds
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"A small group of us had dinner here recently and we enjoyed it. Out visit was to the Graziers Steakhouse dining area. There is both indoor and..."
Brent Harrison
"Located in River St you can't go wrong with this restaurant. Lively, service is very friendly & prompt, food is super..."
Pearl Joson
"Comfortable pub .. I had a relaxing few hours , whilst enjoying Westower Tavern..."
Marty
"Were delighted to support the Tavern after being closed for 9 weeks. Congratulations on such great..."
Karen Pilecki
"Reasonable prices as well as varied & GF Menu items! 😋 Great kids playground, & outdoor covered area also! 🎠 Soft drinks could be a bit cheaper..."
Kymberley Riordan
"Great meals and friendly staff. Wait time was long, unsure why as only about 1/3 of tables filled. Significantly better than the bowling club and..."
Ben Marsh
"The service was great and the food ok. I had grilled salmon but the green beans needed a little more cooking. This establishment was flooded in the..."
Gwenda Marshall
"New interior looks great - well done! Excellent and friendly service from Mitch and Rachelle. My pork belly was..."
Rachie Rach
Mexican Del Rio
Mexican Del Rio
85/100 (471 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Beef
Tapas
Tacos
Ribs
Nachos
Sit down
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Dinner
Mid-range
"My boyfriend and I have been coming here for over a year, Shane (the owner) is such an amazing guy and always treats us so great when we go here...."
Tanisha Seaborn
"Amazing food, good place to have a date..."
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"Excellent service, despite not having a reservation found us a table and then upgraded us to a booth. Food was delightful as well. Highly..."
Chris Crawford
"Great place and food! Really fun and friendly vibe/atmosphere! We walked in just before 9pm because everywhere else was closed and they happily took..."
Ami Round
"Really pleased to find such a friendly and fun restaurant, the food is delicious and created with passion. I can't speak highly enough for the great..."
Jeremy Tyler
"Both my partner and I loved the food and received awesome friendly service. Thanks guys!..."
Kay PA
Mumbai Masala Indian Restaurant
Mumbai Masala Indian Restaurant
85/100 (380 ratings)
Restaurants
Indian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Indian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Curry
Lamb
Sit down
Indian
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Dumplings & Yum Cha
Dumplings & Yum Cha
84/100 (45 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Asian
Chinese
Chinese
Japanese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Dumplings
Café
Asian
Japanese
Chinese
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Good gyoza and wontons is just what I needed. The gyoza was nicely pan fried and tender with a delicious filling. The wonton soup was yummy, but I..."
Shawn Stevens
"Awesome little cafe. Great dumplings and GREAT service from local family. They also take a stall to the farmers market at Ballina which makes for a..."
gordy cox
"Great food and really friendly service!!! Cindy hand makes the most delicious dumplings rice paper rolls duck pancakes and lots of other yummy..."
Carolyn Crummy
"They are excellent, we took some of them out to Condobolin for family to try and they all thought the same. They also have an excellent..."
Robert Siddle
"Nice little quaint lunchtime dining. Delicious dumplings and lovely..."
Jannah Hardefeldt
"Great atmosphere. Good dumplings. Checkiut the yummy specials. A real gem off the main..."
Cameron Prince
"love this place. The most genuine Chinese food..."
Karen McHardy
Raamons Dial-a-pizza
Raamons Dial-a-pizza
83/100 (296 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Prawns
Fast food
Pizza
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Delivery
Takeout
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Welcome to a special piece of the North Coast …. Ramon’s Pizza! Friendly staff, cheeky banter and well deserved confidence - the Marinara in 10..."
Stewart Beveridge
"Amazing pizza, the best staff ever. Thank you for the best night..."
farzad pahlevanzadeh
"Friendly staff and fantastic pizza! We ordered the vegetarian and chicken supreme, along with a small garlic pizza. Nothing short of amazing! All..."
alexander rimmer
"I love the Lot. We ordered a large size but ended up not enough for the two little monsters (and me!). Lots of toppings. Good..."
Mary Ma
"We ordered the family-sized The Lot pizza, which did indeed have lots of things on it. We enjoyed the thin crust, and the hearty amount of toppings...."
Sherry Mackay
"Fantastic pizza, would not go anywhere else! Local business been here for as long as i can..."
Time to Exige
Red Wok Thai
Red Wok Thai
83/100 (458 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Thai
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Thai
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Mixed Entrée
Roast Duck Curry
Pad Thai
Curry
Roast Duck Salad
Prawns
Prawn & Pork Dumpling
Stormy Cocktail
Salmon Lemon and Chilli Salad
Samsui Storm Cocktail
mmmm Cocktails
Green Curry
Chuchee Chicken Curry
Lamb
Sweet and Sour Fish with Vegetables
Fish
Chicken with Cashews and Stir Fried Vegetables
Fried rice
Traditional Stir Fried Rice
Pork
Dumplings
Pork Belly
Salad
Piña colada
Chili
Coconut rice
Lychee
Duck
Garlic Beef
Sit down
Asian
Thai
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Dory's Takeaway
Dory's Takeaway
83/100 (939 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Australian
Street Food
Fast Food
Seafood
Street Food
Australian
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Fish & Chips
Prawns
Fish
Fish & chips
Burger
Salad
Scallops
Calamari
Sit down
Street Food
Seafood
Australian
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Free off-street parking
Non-smoking restaurants
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Best fish and chips in town. 5 fish bites with chips for only $8.90 yet very fresh fish. Value for money. Free home made tartar sauce too. Super nice..."
Annie Ta
"A pretty looking fish and chip shop from the inside and out, with plenty of seating, reading material available and decorative balls making things..."
The Hiding Foodster
"We had the main plate for 2, and couldn't eat it all. Good fish and chips. No faults. Staff were friendly and we took it down to the river to enjoy..."
LiveLoveFood
"Diana. What a great spot in the main street of Ballina to partake in fish & chips. Especially when the produce is freshly sourced from the waters of..."
DianaW
"Honestly the best fish and chips on the Northern Rivers, we've tried alot (and everywhere in Ballina). Extremely fresh, really good batter, and it..."
J C
"We travelled down from the Gold Coast so my daughter could play in an AFL game and we headed to Dory's Takaway on the 14th of May for dinner after..."
Andrew Kolsteeg
"Thank you for bringing quality fish & chips back to Ballina. Our meal was delicious even our fussy 6 year old enjoyed it. Best seafood sticks ever,..."
Danielle Rook
"Best value for money, decent sized dishes. Fish and chips so fresh, great variety! Most delicious chipotle aioli we’ve ever..."
Ashana McEvoy
"Dropped in for lunch today and has to be the best Fish and chips that I have had in such a long time Try the home made Beef Croquettes, sensational...."
Craig Ingham
"Easily the best fish and chips we've had in Australia. Yep you read that right. I've been to countless fish and chips venues all over Australia in..."
Sebastiaan Van de Veire
The Wharf Bar And Restaurant
The Wharf Bar And Restaurant
82/100 (1583 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Takeout
Waterfront
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
The Shaws Bay Hotel
The Shaws Bay Hotel
82/100 (765 ratings)
Bars & Pubs
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Australian
Australian
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Nachos Something
Stone and Wood Battered Flathead Fillets with Chips and Salad
Pepper Steak Chip's and Salad
Seafood Basket
Schnitzel
Halloumi Burger
Vegetarian Nachos
Fish Tacos
Lamb
Nachos with Beans
Fish
Fish & Chips
Beer
Greek Salad with Lamb
Chicken parmigiana
300g Rumpsteak
Aperol Spritz Cocktail
Beef
Crispy Salmon Is My Favourite Compliments to the Chef
Chicken Parmi Chips and Salad
Calamariand Salad
Calamari Rings and Popcorn Califlower
Salad
Veal Snitty Chips & Salad
Calamari
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Australian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Takeout
Accepts Credit Cards
Television
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Reservations
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Great atmosphere. Live music played at night- not sure if it’s just weekends as those are the only times I have been. There’s an indoor area and..."
Campbell Cheng
"Drinks were nicely cold .. for a Saturday afternoon , Shaws Bay Hotel was..."
Marty
"Wow this place is awesome! The food is so good and bloody decent size, our steaks were cooked to perfection! The salads are so yum and you actually..."
kay waterton
"Absolutely legendary bar staff. Young lady at the bar was friendly and delivered some astonishing banter. We were visiting from Melbourne for work..."
Ash DeVries
"Great pub overlooking the water. Food was excellent. Prices were very reasonable. Staff were friendly. Just be careful that the local ibis..."
Darryl Jones
"Cute dog friendly pub on the water, it’s a shame it was a wet day the day we went but I could imagine it a perfect place on a sunny afternoon,..."
Chelle Coglan
"Awesome view over the river right?! Great menu of old classics deep fried, nachos, steaks. Good selection of beers on tap, and there's..."
Andy Kennedy
The Hardwood Ballina
The Hardwood Ballina
81/100 (166 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Burger
Pasta
Salad
Henry Rous Tavern
Henry Rous Tavern
80/100 (511 ratings)
Bars & Pubs
Bars & Pubs
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Pub
Australian
Australian
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Salad
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Australian
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We popped in here while traveling through, after googling dog friendly pubs Henry Rous seemed the best choice. We were welcomed with friendly smiles...."
Chelle Coglan
"Good place for a quick bite. Easy going and staff were friendly. Highly recommend. Portions good size not..."
Donna Bray
"The most Amazing pub, awesome feed (you have to try the parmi) great friendly service with a..."
Steven Davis
"A decent local pub for a cold drink .. with meals , TAB &..."
Marty
"Alright just hear me out. The kitchen staff and the meals are absolutely amazing! We were up from Melbourne for 2 weeks and ended up having dinner..."
Ash DeVries
"Food and service was fantastic. Definitely recommend stopping past if you’re holidaying in Ballina or heading up or down the coast for a good feed...."
Wedgeman351
"The meal served was delicious to reasonably priced.Value for money The staff were lovely and helpful and the atmosphere was welcoming.. definitely..."
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Baskin-robbins
Baskin-robbins
80/100 (122 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Ice Cream
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Wow Sushi
Wow Sushi
80/100 (12 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast Food
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Lunch
Pipers Takeaway
80/100 (29 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast Food
Healthy
Fast food
Healthy
Fast food
Fast food
Healthy
Cheap Eats
"Had a chicken and salad sandwich there during the week . So fresh and huge sanger. Best I have had in years. Great staff as well. That will be my go..."
Troy Carr
"Awesome food for a great price. Excellent customer serivce. Can not recommend enough. Best burger i have had in a long..."
Neville Biddle
"Great food good..."
Robert Eyles
"Amazing food, great service & very clean highly recommended this..."
Jennine Legge
"The best place I can find in Ballina to grab lunch or smoko. Great food, cooked fresh all the time, great staff and great..."
Hooked on Brewing
"Wow what a hidden gem!! top service, amazing food, spotless kitchen and great prices. I definitely recommend Pipers......."
alex short
"Great Value - Yummy Food - Great Service - Highly Recommend..."
Jo Lea Tyrrell
"Great takeaway shop on industrial estate. All the tradies love it and so do I. Go get a good tuck shop..."
Sam Munday
Serious Coffee Licensed Cafe
80/100 (2 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Soul Cafe
80/100 (5 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Cafe
Lunch
Breakfast
Café
Breakfast
Lunch
La Cucina Di Vino
La Cucina Di Vino
79/100 (604 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Fish
Mussels
Pork
Salmon
Ragu
Prawns
Tiramisu
Pasta
Salad
Saltimbocca
Chili
Garlic Prawns
Duck
Lamb
Oyster
Bruschette
Calamari
Pesto
Risotto
Sit down
Mediterranean
Pizza
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Live Music
Dinner
Mid-range
"Went there for a mothers day lunch. Food was great 😁. Our waiter William was very friendly and attentive. We had a very enjoyable mothers day...."
Rosa Gambrill
"Excellent service and food was delicious and scrumptious. We will definitely eat here again when we visit. Highly..."
Shan Flanderka
"Nice and cozy place. Price is really affordable. Better call and book a table before going, otherwise you will have to wait. Ate pizza special of the..."
Julia Marcon Dartora
"Amazing food and the most welcoming service! Would definitely go there again. Food was fast and tasted great, and it felt like we had been there..."
Braedan2480
"Had an unbelievably great meal , Highly recommend , you will not be disappointed . ( and i never do reviews ever..."
David Hesford
Panda Noodles
Panda Noodles
79/100 (196 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
Asian
Chinese
Chinese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Noodle
Asian
Fast food
Chinese
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Best spring rolls in Ballina! The food is normally really good. The weekends get busy so the quality isn’t as good as a quite week day. But they..."
Natasha Spencer
"Ordered Nasi Goreng and Hokkien Mee-Vegetarian (No Tofu), was quick meal on a Thursday evening and it impressed, all around well done with an eye for..."
turtle
"Get in my Belly... Talk about tasty. This was a real surprise and one I just loved. Great menu with heaps of choice and every time we have been we..."
Andy Garlepp
"‘Cheap, cheerful and full of people’ type place. Everything tasted great, large serving sizes, quick cooking. What you see on the generous menu..."
Anu Shiya
"Food is delicious, chef knows what he's doing! Was served by a LOVELY sweet lady giving Fantastic service. Best prices I've come across for such..."
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