Fishheads Restaurant & Takeaway Byron Bay

Fishheads enjoys a prime position near Main Beach, with a deck overlooking Julian Rocks, Mount Warning and Cape Byron Lighthouse. True to its name, Fishheads specialises in the freshest seafood and operates seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Once a bathers’ pavilion built in 1951, the building was refurbished over 15 years ago with a contemporary feel.

Some of the top seafood restaurants in the area include: The Cyprus Tree, known for its diverse seafood menu; Fishmongers Byron Bay, a popular choice offering quick bites and seafood dishes for visitors and locals; Beach Byron Bay, situated beachfront providing a memorable dining experience with delicious seafood options; Fishheads, located on Byron Bay's main beach with spectacular views and a menu focused on fresh seafood dishes; O-Sushi Byron Bay, highly rated for its sushi offerings, ideal for those craving Japanese-inspired seafood dishes; Balcony Bar & Oyster Co, specializing in oysters and other seafood delicacies; Kelp Restaurant in nearby Ballina, known for its seafood offerings and beautiful views; and Fins Restaurant in Kingscliff, offering a diverse seafood menu in the Northern Rivers region.

As iconically Byron as our Lighthouse, less than a stone's throw from your room at the Bay Motel and one of the only truly beachfront restaurants in this part of the world Fishheads is a seafood lover's paradise. Whether you choose to embrace the 20+ year tradition by indulging in classic Stone & Wood beer battered fish and chips with house made tartare or dial the romance up to eleven with a seafood platter for 2 it is the carefree feelings that wash over you as you gaze out on the ocean views that will sear this experience into your memory forever.

Because sometimes in life you just want to spend $8 and have fish and chips for lunch on the grass overlooking Main Beach before you head to the Beach Hotel for afternoon… lemonades. Don’t do it, it is too soon and I’m craving mango beer like you wouldn’t believe. After a day in the sun riding around on our super cool bikes from The Atlantic where we stayed, one can always smash a good crumbed, battered or fried fish and chips with 0 guilt.

Their driving philosophy is to ‘eat local’ and to showcase the very best of local, sustainable and seasonal produce, local distilleries and breweries with an emphasis on promoting and supporting the Byron Shire community. Our menu celebrates the simplicity of modern Australian seafood flavours. A fully licensed Byron Bay beach front dining experience restaurant and takeaway open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

This laid-back, casual restaurant is the perfect spot for a relaxed meal with friends or family. With a menu that boasts some of the freshest and tastiest fish and chips in town, it’s no wonder Fishheads has become a popular choice for locals and visitors alike. The fish used at Fishheads is sourced from local fishermen, ensuring that you’re getting the freshest possible catch.

Fishheads is the type of restaurant where you can get high quality meals and great service – two things that make this a firm favourite with the locals. Even though they might be a bit pricey, eating here is definitely worth it. When it comes to choices this Byron Bay seafood restaurant is a winner, they have something for everyone, even the fussiest of eaters!

There’s something special about enjoying locally sourced seafood oceanside. From the outdoor deck at Fishheads, you can see Byron Bay’s Main Beach and all of the characters — surfers, hippies, and families — enjoying its delightful waves. Battered fish and chips, which you can enjoy in the restaurant or to go, are a favorite at Fishheads.

💃🏼🪘Got two gluten free fish and chips to take away, perfect for watching the sunset at the waterfront. Havent had fish and chips for ages because it’s hard to find gf, and the oil can be hit and miss. Fishheads were attentive with our food allergy requirements, and the oil tasted clean, & fried light & crisp.

A Byron Bay beachfront experience not to be missed Freshest seafood available, served in a relaxed contemporary environment by the beach or convenient takeaway. Simply stylish dining, indoor or on the beachfront deck. www.restaurantbyronbay.com.au/

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Fishheads serves up some of the freshest seafood in town. Take a seat on their laid-back, beachfront deck or grab your fish and chips to-go and enjoy on the sand. Either way, you’re in for a real treat.

Grab deliciously fresh takeaway from Fishmongers or Fishheads and set yourselves up on Main Beach or Apex Park right in front of it. You may even have a local busker playing sweet sunset tunes while you’re there!

Byron Bays' famous main beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean with views of Julien Rocks, Mount Warning and the Cape Byron Lighthouse. The Restaurant is housed in...