The Northern is a nightlife & bars in Byron Bay, NSW, Australia, with a price range of $$. It has a 4/5 rating from 1052 Google reviews. Contact: +61 2 6685 6454. Website: https://thenorthern.com.au/.Listed on thegood.guide, the local's guide to Byron Bay.





Byron Bay · Nightlife & Bars
(1,052 reviews)
$$
Jonson Street's go-to for a proper night out without the tourist-trap markup. The Northern sits at the centre of Byron's main strip and makes no apology for it, drawing a crowd that ranges from locals finishing a long week to visitors who've figured out where the town actually drinks. Live music, a solid bar programme, and enough room to move make it a reliable anchor for an evening that might end anywhere. The price point is reasonable by Byron standards, which matters more than it used to. No reviews to mine for specifics, so go in with open expectations and a willingness to see what's on. Check their schedule before you show up.
Haven’t been here for years and it hasn’t changed a bit thankfully. A classic Aussie pub with great vibes, cheap drinks and good food. Staff are awesome, cricket was on and the outside area is great for people watching. Def a must visit when in Byron Bay. Highly recommend this joint!
My review is limited to my experience of a few drinks whilst thoroughly enjoying the piano bar whilst visiting Byron Bay. Absolutely a highlight of our trip. Duelling pianists and the crowd singing along with every tinkle of the ivories. Such a great vibe and well controlled environment thanks to the staff.
I went there twice for the piano bar and it was Amazing. Such a fun environment. Drinks were great, and the environment was also incredible with everyone singing along with the pianists and you get to put in requests for songs.

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One of the more affordable bars on Jonson Street, Loft sits above the main strip with a late-night crowd and unpretentious energy. If Byron's pricier cocktail scene isn't what you're after, this is a reasonable alternative in a central location.

Best bar experience in Australia! The atmosphere is insane and the talent of the pianists is unbeatable. I had such an incredible time- the atmosphere is beaming and the talent is undeniable. A must visit.
The duelling pianos, every night at the pub. Just the best. A must do when you visit Byron and The Northern!
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The pub Brunswick Heads actually drinks at. Cold beer, no-fuss food, and a front bar that hasn't tried to become something else. In a town that's resisted the Byron creep, the Brunswick Hotel is a big part of why.