The Byron Bay General Store
Byron Bay · Restaurants & Cafes
(683 reviews)
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A neighbourhood staple on the Bangalow Road corridor, just far enough from the town centre to feel like the locals' end of Byron. The Byron Bay General Store runs as a casual all-day spot, the kind of place where you can grab a coffee without fighting for a table with someone who just arrived from the airport. Expect relaxed counter service, straightforward food, and prices that reflect the mid-range without the inflated beachfront premium. The Bangalow Road location means it draws a mix of residents, tradies on a break, and visitors who've figured out that the best meals in Byron rarely happen on Jonson Street. No reviews to draw on yet, so go in with an open mind and report back.
Opening Hours
- Monday7am – 2pm
- Tuesday7am – 2pm
- Wednesday7am – 2pm
- Thursday7am – 2pm
- Friday7am – 2pm
- Saturday7am – 2pm
- Sunday7am – 2pm
Contact
- byrongeneralstore.com
- 26 Bangalow Rd, Byron Bay NSW 2481
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What People Say
Would have been a 5 star if based off food alone but the tables are filthy and they aren't cleaned after people leave which is a pity. The food itself is delicious, I had the mushroom breakfast and it was so fresh and delicious, beautifully made. The coffee wasn't bad either, maybe a little too milky for me but good. Overall a good cafe.
Visited Byron Bay General Store around 12 PM and there were still plenty of tables to choose from. Not too crowded, which made it a really relaxing lunch spot. The food was delicious and beautifully presented! I also tried their mushroom latte and added a shot of coffee, it tasted superb! ☕🍄 It was my first time trying it, and it’s definitely something I’d order again. Great vibes, friendly service, and tasty food. Will absolutely come back again! 💛
A staple cafe in Byron. Situated slightly out of the rush of town, it’s got a great atmosphere, great food, excellent staff, and reasonable prices. My absolute favourite is the Hinterland mushrooms with 2 fried eggs. Can’t recommend this enough, it is seriously a taste sensation!
Veryyy cute coffee place a little bit outside of the town. Amazing coffee and matcha, would lobe to try the Acai bowl next time!
Out of many spots in and around Byron we decided to dine here for breakfast . The staff friendly welcoming was a good start , coffee was near perfect and the two breakfasts hit the spot . I recommend trying this place , the parking can be hard to find but it's worth a try .
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