The TOP 10 BEST Bars in Empire Vale NSW

Situated right on the river and in the centre of town, The Wharf Bar & Restaurant takes advantage of the stunning Richmond River backdrop with its open plan dining area, which allows it to boast one of the most spectacular sunsets in all of the Ballina region - home to the fastest growing regional airport and pristine beaches in the country. With a strong focus on providing the highest quality Mediterranean food including fresh seafood ,pastas, meats and authentic wood fired pizzas Wharf Bar Ballina is a fully licensed restaurant, bar and takeaway with an impressive collection of wines, beers and spirits and cocktails.

Inspired by Moroccan architecture and the Greek Islands, The Mez Club opened its doors in September 2016 and is renowned for its beautiful styling and feel good vibe. The Mez Club was designed to offer locals and tourists alike a beautiful and feel good meeting place which has a flexible menu, that works for both grazing and dining. The upstairs space known as The Souk has been designed specifically to care for parties and group events. We welcome you and your friends to join us in enjoying our restaurant and of course, beautiful Byron Bay.

Railway Friendly Bar is a Byron Bay restaurant and music venue. We have a wide selection of menu items including fresh local seafood and light snacks to go with something from the bar. There is a great little music venue, bar and restaurant - right on the old Railway Station in Byron Bay . It's the only pub in Australia to have featured live music seven nights a week, for over 30 years. The official name of the Railway Hotel in Byron Bay is "The Railway Friendly Bar" but the locals affectionately refer to it as "The Rails'. . .

First established in 1892, rebuilt in 1897 & 1936 after fires burnt the first two versions to the ground, the 1936 rebuild is the Great Northern you see today. The “front bar” is a perfect example of a proper, old Australian Hotel Bar, rich with character and great place to have a beer and watch some live sport. Not to mention the top-quality live music by the very best blues, rock & folk artists the Northern Rivers region has to offer. Several renovations through the years has given us the current layout, including the back room which was added in 1994. This, purpose built, live music venue is known all around the world and has hosted hundreds of iconic live concerts by countless bands that include Paul Kelly, Fat Freddies Drop & Ocean Alley just to name a few. You can catch a show here almost every weekend of the year. In 2021, the addition of the Byron Bay Duelling Pianos to our cocktail bar has been popular beyond belief amongst locals and tourists alike. Already boasting some of the best piano players from around Australia on a weekly basis, we are now looking forward to welcoming some of the very best in the world with the best players from Las Vegas’ joining the team very soon! The Great Northern is home to a hugely popular drive through Bottleshop which boasts one of the best wine selections you will find anywhere as well as an incredible selection of local, international and craft beers to choose from. The Great Northern Hotel – A great story starts here

Welcome to DRIFT, a haven for pizza lovers in the heart of Yamba. Indulge in our neo-neapolitan pizzas crafted with the finest ingredients, all prepared in-house from scratch. Our commitment to quality means we only use free-range meats and source most of our produce locally and organically. Explore our extensive wine list, showcasing small producer, minimal intervention wines. Sip on craft beers, tap beer, or innovative cocktails as you enjoy al fresco dining in our pet-friendly courtyard. Join us for a truly delightful culinary experience.

Welcome to Yamba Distilling Co, formerly Clarence Distillery est 2020, where we craft exquisite Gins using local botanicals and a whole lot of passion. Situated in the beautiful Clarence Valley NSW, we're surrounded by incredible producers that enable us to create intensely flavoured Gins. Join us at the Distillery for an unforgettable tasting experience and innovative cocktails. We're open Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 1-6 pmish. Catch us at the Yamba Farmers Markets on Wednesday mornings. Keep up with us on Facebook and Instagram as we embark on this exciting journey together.