cafes

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Lismore, Nimbin and villages’ award-winning cafes and restaurants make the most of the region’s bounty, incorporating fresh local and organic produce into their menus. The many and varied eateries are sure to have something to tempt your taste buds.

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Cafes

Clunes Cafe, Store & Cellars

lismore, villages

The Clunes Store and Cellars is a multifaceted business that houses a boutique cellar, a bustling cafe, a post office and a whole lot of heart! They pride themselves on sourcing local, sustainable and specialty produce and provisions, as well as everyday needs for the community – from coffee and (more)

Banzai Japanese Restaurant

lismore

Authentic Japanese cuisine and fresh sushi made to order. Dine in and enjoy the wonderful ambience and river views or take-away.  To view the menu and to book (more)

Benchtop espresso

lismore

Pop in and try our new Barista blend signature coffee & delicious menu delights. Using Organic Barambah milk, Bonsoy, Coconut and Homemade Almond available. A range of middle eastern and asian food, speciality teas, Organic and Gluten Free cakes. Funky, retro atmosphere (more)

Blueys Cafe

lismore

A vibrant cafe in the Lismore CBD offering breakfast and lunch Monday to Saturday. Open early from 6am during the week, it is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee or pick up a takeaway from the coffee window that serves Campos Superior blend.  Fresh made to offer menu items, daily specials and (more)

Dark Horse Expresso

lismore

A unique, stylish cafe in the heart of Lismore's Strand Arcade (more)

Dragonfly Cafe

lismore

All cakes, pastries, tarts and our famous muffins are made daily by their pastry chef, plus the best coffee and fresh handmade food served in a vibrant, friendly atmosphere. Opening hours to cater for early risers’ morning breakfast through to lunch & takeaway for a meal at a later convenience (more)

Finker Bubble Tea

lismore

A funky little bubble tea shop in the heart of the Lismore CBD. Offering fruit tea, cheese foam milk tea, various milk teas and milk shakes! Open Monday to Saturday, 11am until late. Check facebook page for latest opening times (more)

Forest Lismore

lismore

A little Korean restaurant located in the heart of Lismore City, known for its coffee during the day and its Korean Dinners every Friday and Saturday evenings, 5pm-8pm. Menu available for dine in or takeaway. BYO only (more)

La Baracca Espresso Bar & Trattoria

lismore

Whether it is to sit and relax with friends, a business meeting or a treat for the family, La Baracca offers outstanding food and great coffee, all sourced locally and served fresh. With our team of award winning chefs, talented baristas and friendly waitstaff, you are sure to discover the secret (more)

Lanna Pad Thai

lismore

Quality Thai food takeaway shop in the centre of the Lismore CBD, open for lunch and dinner Monday to Friday. Offers a small indoor and outdoor shaded area for dining.  A wonderful selection of all the popular Thai dishes, made fresh to order, larb, satay sticks, stir fries, noddle dishes, wonton (more)

Leo's Food Bar

lismore

Leo's is a quick service food outlet that has been serving the community for over 30 years, we are family owned and operated. Leo's has been in the Baxter family for over 16 years. We have everything from Chikos rolls, potato scallops, chips, roast chickens, Salads, sandwhich's, rump steak sandwich (more)

Mamamoi

lismore

Mamamoi is located in the heart of the Lismore CBD serving up fresh and tasty meals for all to enjoy. Open for lunch and dinner serving your burgers, share plates and delicious salads with an Asian twist. They are fully licensed with a large selection of beers, wines and mocktails. Check out the (more)

Muddle Puddle

lismore

Muddle Puddle is a hidden gem located in East Lismore. Open for breakfast and lunch, their menu specialises in tradtional Aussie breakfast favourites as well as a Nepalise fusion menu. The Nepalise Momo dumplings (veggie or chicken) are a must when visiting, you will be coming back for more! (more)

Piggy Bank Cafe

lismore

Did you know the PiggyBank is run by the same Bank Cafe team? Open Monday to Friday from 7am the PiggyBank is Lismore’s favourite place to grab a Bacon & Egg Butty and hot drink on the way to work. We open from 7am and wrap things up around 2:30pm each day, specialising in grab-and-go seasonal (more)

Sushi Choice

lismore

Delicious selection of fresh sushi, sashimi, tempura, curries and more. Also offering fresh made Japanese salads, dimsum, and lots more (more)

Taco Love Bros

lismore

The most delicious finger drippin' tacos in town! Founded in Lismore, operating from 20 Cathcart Street. The menu covers a delicious line-up of Tacos, pulled beef, pork, sweet potato, chicken and fish! Plus nachos all served with beans, picco de gallo, shallots and guacamole - yum (more)

The Coffee Club

lismore

Whether it’s a celebration, a Sunday breakfast session, coffee with work mates or a break from shopping, The Coffee Club have you covered.  Located at Lismore Shopping Square, offering 'All Day Breakfast' selection, open grills, light meals and excellent coffee. Come and enjoy their award winning (more)

The Garden Plate

lismore

Wholesome Vegan and Vegetarian food, catering for special dietary requirements. Freshly prepared salads, a selection of savory items. We also have a selection of cakes, muffins and other sweet treats. We do fresh cold pressed juices and use Blackstar fairtrade coffee (more)

The Bank Cafe

lismore

Modern cafe dining in a retro setting in a century old bank. All day brekfast and lunch, specialty coffee, fresh & local produce, best burgers in town, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, and in-house cakes. Craft beers & wine, large groups & venue hire, menu online (more)

Timbre

lismore

Timbre are a cultural community space facilitating First Nations storytelling and decolonizing worldviews through the collaboration of Kwila Coffee and Blackfulla Bookclub. Timbre's coffee bar is open mornings, with fresh local roasted coffee, cacao, chai & treats - alongside the community (more)

Village People Pizza

lismore

Recently opening in Goonellabah offering dinner, The Village People Pizza has a new menu offering authentic Italian pizzas and calzones. Catering is also available through direct enquiries. Dine in or takeaway available, BYO. Menu: Click Here (more)

Armonica Cafe

nimbin

Espresso & Wood fired Cafe with a friendly, vibrant, family atmosphere. Pizza, hand made pasta, panini, salads, great coffee and more. Vegan and Gluten free options made fresh daily using fresh and local produce (more)

Blue Knob Gallery & Cafe

nimbin

Blue Knob Hall, established in 1930, is situated beneath the sacred Aboriginal landmark of Lillian Rock, and Blue Knob. Many social and educational events were enjoyed here up until the 1980's when the Hall fell into disrepair. From 2000 extensive renovations were completed by voluntary community (more)

Feast Cafe

nimbin

The Feast Cafe located on the main street in Nimbin offers alfresco dining and an expansive vegetarian menu using fresh local produce. O pen for breakfast and lunch and serving barista-made coffee, this is a must-visit in Nimbin (more)

Nimbin Hemp Bar

nimbin

The H*E*M*P*Bar is a meeting place for Cannabis Law Reform activists from all over earth, the new HQ for the M.O.B, the Mardigrass Organizing Bunch, and actively seeking Australian H*E*M*P*Party members. "As we know, there are known knowns. There are things we know we know. We also know there are (more)

Nimbin Aquarius Cafe

nimbin

Licensed Cafe serving homemade quality food and cakes. Hand cut chips and great coffee (more)

Nimbin Bush Theatre Cafe

nimbin

Just 5 minutes' scenic walk downtown from the centre of town, the Nimbin Bush Theatre Cafe, is an outdoor eating venue located within the Old Butter Factory (also known as the Bush Factory), on the banks of Mulgum Creek, next to the Nimbin Bush Theatre & Nimbin Candle Factory. Offering a wide (more)

Nimbin Pizza & Trattoria

nimbin

Business Information: Established 30 years, Nimbin Pizza & Trattoria offers Dine-In & Take-away, Authentic Italian Cuisine including Coffee & Dessert with a BYO Alcohol licence. Open 7 days a week - 5pm to 8pm (or later).  Also open for lunch on Weekends during holiday & festival (more)

Vedic Vegetarian

nimbin

Recently opening on the main street in Nimbin, Vedic Vegetarian offers delicious ready to go vegetarian and vegan meals.   All meals are made in house daily with fresh local ingredients and include a range of curries, salads and refreshing treats.   Come in for lunch or an early dinner and try (more)

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