#1
Moonlight Japanese
Read 1,011 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
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2026 rankings NSW
22 Best Bars & Pubs
in Byron Bay
Compare the top 22 bars & pubs in Byron Bay, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 18,851 reported Google reviews across 22 businesses
See the 22 listings ↓Top 22 Bars & Pubs in Byron Bay, NSW
1–22 of 22The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Moonlight Japanese (4.8 stars from 1,011 Google reviews), Casa Luna (4.8 stars from 616 Google reviews) and Bar Heather (4.8 stars from 554 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Byron Bay bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Casa Luna
Read 616 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#3
Bar Heather
Read 554 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
#4
Stone & Wood Brewery Byron Bay
Read 953 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#5
Tokyo Doll
Read 358 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#6
Ember Byron Bay
Read 1,165 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#7
The Mez Club
Read 1,593 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#8
Treehouse Byron Bay
Read 1,784 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#9
Loft Byron Bay
Read 1,114 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#10
The Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
Read 3,091 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#11
Railway Friendly Bar
Read 1,144 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#12
North Byron Hotel
Read 1,055 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#13
Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
Read 3,085 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#14
The Northern
Read 1,092 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#15
Tallow Cafe & Bar
Read 44 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#16
Horizon Byron Bay
Read 23 reviewsReputation score: 79/100
#17
Arts Factory Garden Bar
Read 25 reviewsReputation score: 77/100
#18
Paradiso Music Room
Read 60 reviewsReputation score: 75/100
6 Lawson St, Byron Bay New South Wales 2481
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No Name Baylane
Read 40 reviewsReputation score: 72/100
11 Bay Ln, Byron Bay New South Wales 2481
0448 811 851#20
Roca Cabana Pool Club
Read 24 reviewsReputation score: 70/100
16 Lawson St, Byron Bay New South Wales 2481
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The Shack @ The Beach Hotel
Read 17 reviewsReputation score: 63/100
#22
Breeze Poolside Bar
Read 3 reviewsReputation score: 50/100
144 Bayshore Dr, Byron Bay New South Wales 2481
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Showing 22 of 22 businesses. This ranking covers our Byron Bay listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Byron Bay
LocalLocal's Byron Bay capture includes 22 bars & pubs with 18,851 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars, backed by a median of 784.5 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about bars & pubs in Byron Bay and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Byron Bay bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Moonlight Japanese (4.8 stars from 1,011 Google reviews); Casa Luna (4.8 stars from 616 Google reviews); Bar Heather (4.8 stars from 554 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Byron Bay ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for bars & pubs in Byron Bay?
The 22 bars & pubs captured for Byron Bay hold 18,851 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars and the median review count is 784.5. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.