European cuisine: the best places to taste it in Byron Bay

9 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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Eclair At The Bay
Eclair At The Bay
99/100 (62 ratings)
Restaurants
French
French
Cafe
European
European
Cafe
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Café
European
French
Gift Cards Available
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Velvet
Velvet
97/100 (34 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Cafe
European
Australian
European
Cafe
Australian
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Salad
Café
Australian
Café
European
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Digital Payments
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Good coffee and friendly service, tucked away down the lane off Fletcher..."
Rick Slater
"Great coffee and interesting & delicious salads. Best place in Byron to pick up a quick and healthy lunch. Can usually get parking nearby..."
Jane Mulligan
"Cool place. Pretty relaxed with tasty Latte's...."
Joe Attard-Owen
"It's a very relaxing cafe :) Also you can charge your phone or laptop while enjoying the beautiful atmosphere that this cafe delivers! coffee is good..."
v m o o n
"Great coffee! And the owners are just gorgeous people too. Added bonus is that they are open early which was nice..."
Tyler Blah
"My go-to for fresh produce and fabulous coffee in Byron. Cannot visit the place without my Velvet..."
Gwen Blake
"Seriously best salads in Byron, so fresh and there is always something new to try - love, love,..."
Amanda Gorr
"Streamlined cafe experience, good service, perfect coffee and home made delights. Tucked away and not crowded like other..."
Matthew Sansom
Love Byron Bay Creperie & Chocolate Boutique
Love Byron Bay Creperie & Chocolate Boutique
94/100 (862 ratings)
Dessert
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Australian
European
French
French
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
After-hours
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Waffles & Crepes
Crepes
Cakes
Waffles & Crepes
Fast food
Australian
European
French
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Gift Cards Available
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Takeout
Brunch
Mid-range
"Absolutely delicious crepes (both savoury and sweet) - but also, such a lovely guy managing the shop!! Kind, interesting, interested and great chef..."
Charley Coe
"Awesome crepes and great range of Vegan chocolates!! Definitely worth the visit and the staff were very friendly. Thanks to all for the great..."
James Lamont
"I was fortunate to enjoy some friendly hospitality at Love Byron Bay chocolate shop in Lawson St today coupled with some fine tasting as I learnt..."
Jane Eivers
"Awesome vibes and amazing food! � Highly reccomend checking this place..."
Abner Coates
"The quirky packaging with messages. You don't have to wrap.... Like : I'm Sorry Get Well Love you etc....no card writing words or wrapping. This and..."
Fiona Hunter
"Oh dear - so many tasty treats for a sweet tooth like me... this could be..."
Paul Waters
"Loved the toasted coconut & dark..."
Heather Fenn
L'ultime
L'ultime
93/100 (42 ratings)
Dessert
Bakeries
French
French
European
European
Brunch
Baguette
Cakes
Café
European
French
Takeout
Mid-range
"So good!!! Me and my boyfriend we're always there ordering those famous Australians meat pies and chocolate eclairs! They are so delicious! We..."
M-K Lanteigne
"An authentic and classic French bakery. Beautiful and delicious pastries (Pain au Chocolate, Raisin swirl danishes, Danishes w/apricot and a lite..."
Phil Van Kirk
"Really good bread and amazing French éclairs aux chocolats with a real chocolate custard cream. A real pleasure to have a lil’taste of France in..."
domenico corvetto
"Absolutely divine cakes! Exemplary customer service and high quality-will always buy from L’Ultime for celebrations..."
Rohini drury
"Authentic and top..."
Stirling Hookway
Di Vino
Di Vino
92/100 (716 ratings)
Restaurants
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
European
Mediterranean
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
After-hours
Ragu
Risotto
Tiramisu
Beef
Lasagne
Eggplant
Arancini
Focaccia
Pasta
Salad
Pesto
Crab
Fish
Scallops
Pork
Sit down
Mediterranean
Wine Bar
European
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Mid-range
"I was here for dinner. There is both a very diverse food and drinks menu. The food itself tasted exceptional! For the price point however, I would..."
Mitchell Everlyn
"A classic style Italian joint. A good range of options, with traditional menu items too. Slightly stayed but sweet restaurant, nice spots to sit by..."
Abbie Love
"Amazing service and attention to detail. The waiter took note of a birthday in the group and arranged a candle on one of the desserts. My 18month..."
Emilia Wallace
"The service is absolutely fantastic and all of the servers are super knowledgeable about the produce and wines. Had an absolutely glorious white wine..."
Elizabeth Pettett
"Very very good food - all dishes we tried. With the delightful, knowledgeable and efficient Melody running the show on floor, nothing could go wrong...."
Jojo Sams
"Best pasta we have ever had. Service was great - friendly, enthusiastic, and excellent recommendations for wine. Dessert also fantastic. Really..."
Rose Schmidt
The Petit Snail
The Petit Snail
90/100 (828 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
European
Vegetarian Friendly
French
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
After-hours
Escargot
Baguette
Creme Brulee
Beef
Steak Tartare
Crepes
Bouillabaisse
Salad
French onion soup
Scallops
Beef Bourguignon
Duck
Goat cheese salad
Snails
Risotto
Coq au Vin
Roquefort
Prawns
"Wonderful restaurant with wonderful food and great service. A couple of nice cheeky Shiraz on the wine list also, can’t recommend it highly enough...."
James McFarland
"Had dinner here tonight with my wife while on our honey moon the food is spectacular and the hostess was fantastic was a really French experience I..."
Adam Horsley
"Best French I had for a while was so good, we cancel our reservation and came back the next day . Good wine 🍷 list great..."
Chawki Gazal
"Wonderful dining experience ! Thank you for amazing food & delightful service. I can so recommend this wonderful French reastaurant ! We will..."
Lauraine Woodhead
"Would absolutely recommend! The staff are beautiful, the food is exquisite (would definitely suggest the steak tartare!), the selection of beers and..."
Guy De Vos
"Really enjoyed out dinner at petit snail. Very tolerant of our baby who was mostly well behaved. Between us we dined on soup, pate, fish, steak,..."
Gary Eden
"Highly recommend! Excellent food and..."
Abbey Miller
"This resturant was amazing. The food was glorious. The service was wonderful. The new owners are beautiful people. I would highly recommend this..."
Emma Koh
"My favourite restaurant in the world (so far).... and im in my mid forties and LOVE good food so have tried many places � Escargot was..."
Karen Faith
"First time dining in a french restaurant and eating escargot, loved the atmosphere and the staff were so lovely. Definitely a highlight of our trip..."
Natalie Dattoli
"Only two things stop perfection. Both my problem. 1) I wanted dessert but could not eat any more. 2) It is not in Brisbane where we live..."
John Temple
"We had an outstanding 2 course meal here. The food we ordered was beautiful and the service excellent. It's an intimate, cozy and quiet restaurant...."
Miree Leslie
"Great food and customer service, Lulu is also excellent at helping you with your French pronunciation...."
Dean Lemmo
"One of the best restaurants in Byron Bay. Definitely 1 restaurant to try if you are there a few..."
Andrew John McDonald
"Firstly I’d like to say the waitress was lovely and full of energy. It gave a wonderful French vibe to the place. The food was nice but nothing to..."
Becboxa
"My husband and I went to the petit snail to celebrate my birthday, the services of the French waitresses are sweet and nice. Food are delicious,..."
Kelly
"Amazing food! Took me back to France!We had the duck confit, pork and the chocolate foundant ❤️❤️❤️Simple great and amazing..."
Barbara.ohse
"The service was really friendly and attentive. The food seemed very authentic with quality ingredients. The restaurant was so cute and cosy! Overall,..."
Jessica
"Went here for our anniversary dinner and absolutely loved it! Service was amazing, loved the atmosphere and the food was beautiful. Would definitely..."
Amy
"The food in Byron Bay exceeded expectations when the weather failed to live up to its usual sunny reputation post Cyclone Debbie. Our gastronomic..."
Ed
"Very good customer service. We were very well looked after. The food is nice. Will be back with friends. We really enjoy the dining in experience in..."
Minghao Zhu
"honestly one of the best dinners we've ever had... and we like to eat! the snails were so tender and delicious, and the venison terrine had layers of..."
Jess Whalley
"Wonderful experience and excellent chef. Transported us back to Europe. Thank you to the staff for the gracious service. We can't wait to come..."
Vlyf
"Heart Warming Experience. Dominique, Igor,I felt the need to come home and write this review straight away as never before have I felt so..."
Raquel011
"Great Food & Great Service. If your in Byron you must check out this place!! The friendly and informative owners and staff is just the start. My..."
Yumyum
"Great food - all delicious!! Service was excellent also, very enthusiastic and made you feel valued as a customer. Great for a date..."
Jl014
"Wonderful service & sensational food!!! Highly recommended. Love it & we'll be..."
GavStrad
"The best creme brûlée and best pâté in australia and probably the world... Big call i know, the service and experience is up there too!!!..."
Anthony Woodward
"We dined with you last week on our wedding anniversary.What a wonderful night of spectacular food and service. Igor and Chauby are enthusiastic and..."
Sora79
"Very authentic, the staff made us feel very relaxed and comfortable. I felt like I was a long lost relative because they treated us so well. I..."
Davski
"Beautiful french restaurant with lovely parisien hostess who is married to the french chef Igor. they made us feel sl at home with Igor regularly..."
Rosie_cailin
"THIS IS THE BEST RESTAURANT I HAVE BEEN TO IN MONTHS!!!are you looking for that special restaurant with excellent food and really great..."
Sandra
"Fantastic! Highly recommend this place. Authentic French chef and staff. Great hospitality and fast service. Try the snails and creme caramel. Maybe..."
Sue Osborn
"Our children were welcome too. We were on holiday in Byron Bay visiting old friends. We wanted to repay their hospitality so we told them to make a..."
Gary Gibson
"A little piece of France. We have not had a truly authentic French dining experience, nor wholesome traditional French dishes like this since we were..."
Mr. White
St. Elmo Dining Room And Bar
St. Elmo Dining Room And Bar
89/100 (1397 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Tapas
Prawns
Beef
Ceviche
Salad
Patatas Bravas
Crab
Croquettes
Scallops
Cuttlefish
Duck
Halloumi
Beef Cheeks
Calamari
Tomato Bread
Calamares
Loft Byron Bay
Loft Byron Bay
87/100 (867 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Gluten Free Options
International
European
Australian
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
International
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Drinks
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Pasta
Salad
Chili
Scallops
Oyster
Sit down
Contemporary
International
Australian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Reservations
Waterfront
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"Great restaurant! Cocktails were amazing. Staff were super friendly. Only criticism I have is that between me and my girlfriend, we ordered 4 meals..."
Ryan Butler
"Loft Byron Bay - AMAZING! Fantastic food, phenomenal cocktails and wonderful service! Loft helped us celebrate our elopement and we couldn’t be..."
Jessica Carmusciano
"I was craving for proteins and seafood always comes to my mind for that. So suddenly, we visited loft Byron bay . Food: I tend to choose see-food..."
Mohammed Aldawood
"The Loft, Byron Bay Prior to dinner, we dropped into The Loft for drinks on the veranda overlooking Main Beach & Hotel Byron. Great spot and vibe,..."
Pandy Dimitrios
"This was a perfect to start the night with a few cocktails and a few starters before going to dinner, we also snuck in the ice cream sandwich, the..."
Mikayla Hillsley
"Such an epic space for a cheeky cocktail and nibbles. Their burrata dish is soo tasty, and those salt & vinegar fries are soo moreish. Its all..."
Steph Ellis
"Busy bar but worth the wait. I love their cocktails. 🍹🍸 Very good ambiance. Loved it!..."
AJ C
"I had my birthday celebration at the Loft with friends and family . I was amazed at not only the quality of food, but also the service. Geoff and his..."
Michelle Stewart
Targa
Targa
78/100 (518 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Oyster
Risotto
Salmon
Burger
Fish & Chips
Beef
Toasts
Pancakes
Tiramisu
Omelette
Pasta
Salad
Juice & Smoothies
Crab
Halloumi
Duck
"Amazing beef burger and dog friendly with friendly service..."
Janet Davenport
"Real handmade gnocchi! Just melted in your mouth and combined with delightful flavours. Great service, great food. Thank you Sven Verbeek for the..."
Alison Wilkinson
"Have a lovely dinner with friends - highly..."
John Matheson Belbeck
"The best gnocchi you will ever eat. Hands down- a..."
Abi Duncan
"Great service, great food (really!) and my dog was given fresh Water as The very first..."
Louise Sommer
"Food was amazing. Service was great. Highly..."
Georgia Irwin
"Great food, service and atmosphere. Thanks so..."
Anita Buckley
"Soy latte was juuuuust right ☕️ So good I'm having..."
Melissa Mair
"Great food and service. Solid..."
Kris Lewis
"Best..."
Nicolle Den Elzen
"Absolutely the most amazing Authentic Italian to eat. Home made goats cheese and Pumpkin Ravioli. The Cream Burlee was Absolutely amazing highly..."
Renee Durston
"Exceptional food and friendly staff. We loved this place so much we ate there twice during our week stay at Byron including for my partners birthday...."
David K
"Matches the private high school girl level of pretentious that is Byron Bay. With dateable waitresses, still expect to go home via Guzman y Gomez..."
Dallas Clarke
"Great food, fine dining, great..."
Carol Al-Ali
"We had a wonderful meal tonight could not fault it. We had an entree and 2 pasta meals it was all perfect. The service was great, would highly..."
Lynette Crofts
"I honestly have to say this restaurant provided one of the best meals and experiences I've had I've many many years of dining out including some of..."
Sam Leo