Raes Dining Room is a restaurants & cafes in Wategos Beach, NSW, Australia, with a price range of $$$$. It has a 4.5/5 rating from 765 Google reviews. Contact: 02 6685 5366. Website: https://raes.com.au.Listed on thegood.guide, the local's guide to Byron Bay.
Raes Dining Room
Wategos Beach · Restaurants & Cafes
RomanticLuxuryOcean ViewCouples
4.5/5
(765 reviews)
$$$$
The tables at Wategos Beach don't get more sought-after than this. Raes Dining Room sits directly above the sand at one of Byron's most sheltered coves, and the room knows it. The menu leans into the Mediterranean coastal register that the setting demands: fresh seafood, clean flavours, produce that earns its place on a plate. This is a full-occasion restaurant, prix-fixe territory, dress-accordingly dining. Expect to spend accordingly. The crowd skews honeymoon and anniversary, which tells you something about the stakes the kitchen is playing for. No reviews to triangulate against, but the address alone carries weight. Book well ahead, particularly for dinner in summer, and ask about the terrace when you reserve.
Opening Hours
Contact the business for opening hours.
Contact
- 02 6685 5366
- raes.com.au
- 6-8 Marine Parade, Wategos Beach NSW 2481
- View on Google Maps →
What People Say
Sofia Rose2 months ago
This was the best dining experience ever. The food and wine was phenomenal but the best part was definitely the view of the ocean and the surfers at sunset. 100000/10 atmosphere. The staff were lovely too, seemed to be happy to be there
Ricky N3 months ago
Had a lunch at Raes, its in a beautiful location with beach views, the restaurant decor is also very nice. The service was incredible, with staff being friendly and attentive. The food was also nice, although maybe not to my personal taste and quite on the gourmet side. I would recommend the tuna or crab entree which stood out flavour wise compared to the main I had. For the price point of $135 three course I believe some improvements could be made to the main options.
Angie Burling4 months ago
A birthday lunch to remember at Raes on Wategos. From the moment of arrival, the experience felt special, with a warm welcome and attentive, genuine hospitality that set the tone for the afternoon. The setting was stunning, and the relaxed yet elegant atmosphere made it the perfect place to celebrate a birthday. The food was truly excellent – beautifully presented, full of flavour, and thoughtfully balanced across each course. Service throughout the lunch was superb: professional, friendly, and intuitive without ever feeling intrusive. The team anticipated needs before they were voiced, checked in at just the right moments, and added a personal touch that made the celebration feel extra special. Overall, the experience at Raes on Wategos was exceptional and turned a birthday lunch into a memorable occasion. It is a place that inspires a return visit and is highly recommended to anyone looking for a refined, memorable dining experience for a special day.
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