{"id":233569,"date":"2022-01-11T12:01:56","date_gmt":"2022-01-11T01:01:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.australiantraveller.com\/?p=233569"},"modified":"2023-03-20T11:45:59","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T00:45:59","slug":"best-yamba-restaurants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.australiantraveller.com\/nsw\/north-coast\/yamba\/best-yamba-restaurants\/","title":{"rendered":"The hottest restaurants in Yamba right now"},"content":{"rendered":"
\u200b\u200bWhether you\u2019re planning a full-on eating itinerary or just stopping through town on your way to somewhere else, these are six of the best Yamba restaurants.<\/h5>\n

This little NSW surf town,<\/a> just two hours south of the Gold Coast, punches well above its weight when it comes to dining. From overachieving burger joints to degustation-style dining, Neapolitan pizzerias and homely Turkish cafes, these 10 restaurants promise to please all kinds of palates.<\/p>\n

Karrikin Yamba<\/h2>\n

One of Yamba\u2019s most lauded restaurants, Karrikin<\/a> is the<\/em> place to celebrate special occasions \u2013 though there\u2019s no reason why you shouldn\u2019t stop by for a casual dinner either. Seasonal, local produce is king here, and native ingredients make regular appearances on the four-course set menu too.<\/p>\n

\"Menu

The food at Karrikin is divine.<\/p><\/div>\n

You might find dishes like potato dumplings with snapper mousse and pickles, smoked fish with Davidson plum cracker, and beetroot with apple and nasturtium lining the menu.<\/p>\n

It seems as if all the finer details have been considered here, right down to the artful presentation of dishes, beautiful ceramic plates and fancy glassware.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s more, the setting is glorious, all sage and grey walls, matte black furnishings and plenty of timber. There\u2019s also a breezy indoor-outdoor feel to the space, with bifold doors opening up the seated bar counter to the undercover patio out front, and the dining room leading through to a leafy backyard.<\/p>\n

\"Karrikin

Karrikin is a special occasion dining destination.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address: <\/strong>27 Coldstream St, Yamba, NSW, 2464
\n<\/u><\/p>\n

Sweet N Spicy Cafe<\/h2>\n

In the mood for something low-key? This modest little cafe, squeezed in next door to a real estate agency, could be the answer.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s hard to pin down Sweet N Spicy\u2019s exact cuisine, which veers a little all over the place, but there\u2019s a definite pan-Asian lean\u2026 think Vietnamese beef salad, Thai-style choo chee prawns and Malaysian chicken curry, with some arancini, buffalo wings, and beef empanadas thrown in for good measure.<\/p>\n

Beyond the food, it\u2019s the warm, friendly and efficient service that keeps diners coming back for more; well, that and the option to BYO wine.<\/p>\n

\"Sweet

Sweet n Spicy is your friendly neighbourhood locale.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address: <\/strong>28B Yamba St, Yamba, NSW, 2464<\/p>\n

Drift<\/h2>\n

A Neapolitan-style pizzeria, Drift<\/a> has amassed a loyal legion of followers for its high-end pizzas, which are lovingly assembled using free-range charcuterie, organic Australian stone-milled flour, and artisanal cheeses.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s definitely become one of the best restaurants Yamba has to offer. Even the spirits in its cocktails are top-shelf and paired with housemade syrups and fresh cold-pressed juices.<\/p>\n

\"Drift

Drift has amassed a loyal legion of followers for its high-end pizzas.<\/p><\/div>\n

The wine list has been carefully curated too, pleasing even the most discerning of oenophiles with its smattering of p\u00e9t-nats and generous cross-section of old and new world wines.<\/p>\n

Vegetarians and vegans are catered to here as well, and there\u2019s a handful of side dishes and salads to choose from.<\/p>\n

\"Drift

Sip on a sumptuous cocktail at Drift Pizza Bar.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address: <\/strong>1\/29 Yamba St, Yamba, NSW, 2464
\n<\/u><\/p>\n

Pacific Hotel<\/h2>\n

Locals, tourists, passers-through \u2013 everyone pops into Pacific Hotel<\/a>, the Yamba pub high on the hill above Main Beach. It\u2019s your classic Australian beach pub \u2013 wood-panelled walls, historical photographs of the region, and a large oval bar splitting the pool tables at the front and dining at the back. Best of all, a lot of the popular Yamba Airbnb\u2019s<\/a> are within walking distance, meaning it\u2019ll fast become your (temporary) local.<\/p>\n

\"Pacific

The hotel is known for its fresh, delicious seafood.<\/p><\/div>\n

Food-wise, you\u2019ll find all the pub meal favourites at this Yamba institution. Love a steak? It\u2019s on the menu. More a schnitty or parma person? Both are present and accounted for. Aside from these classics, Yamba king prawns (famous in these parts) are available alongside housemade seafood sauce and fresh, zesty lemon \u2013 paired with a sauvignon blanc and the Pacific Hotel\u2019s stunning ocean views, you\u2019ve got the perfect afternoon planned.<\/p>\n

\"Pacific

Enjoy your meal overlooking one of the best views in Yamba.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> 18 Pilot St, Yamba, NSW, 2464<\/p>\n

BRGR SPOT<\/h2>\n

When the post-beach craving for a burger strikes, head for Brgr Spot.<\/a> This tried-and-true outfit, just a block back from Yamba\u2019s Main Beach, is known for its fries (shoestring or sweet potato) as much as its burgers and reasonable prices.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s both vegetarian and vegan options too, and if you\u2019re in the mood for something a little lighter (or you\u2019re gluten-free), every burger on the menu can be converted into a salad instead.<\/p>\n

And with a pretty generous selection of beers, wines and cocktails on offer to boot, there\u2019s no reason why you shouldn\u2019t make an afternoon of it here either.<\/p>\n

\"Burger

Head for the beauty of Brgr Spot.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address:<\/strong> 2\/15 Clarence St, Yamba, NSW, 2464
\n<\/u><\/p>\n

Gather<\/h2>\n

One of the more recent cafe openings in Yamba, Gather sits high above Main Beach<\/a> in the restaurant hub that encompasses BRGR Spot, Pacific Hotel, Gather and The Italian On The Hill.<\/p>\n

Arguably offering up the best coffee in town (although a close second would be Summi\u2019s, right next door), Gather offers light, delicious meals across breakfast and lunch, like ricotta on toast with blueberries, honey and mint.<\/p>\n

On Fridays and Saturdays, head up after a swim for Arvos at Gather, where from 4pm to 7.30pm you can sip wines and local craft beers as the sun goes down.<\/p>\n

Address: <\/strong>3\/14-15 Clarence St, Yamba, NSW, 2464<\/p>\n

Beachwood Cafe<\/h2>\n

Open for breakfast and lunch, this homely joint is one of the best cafes in Yamba<\/a>, and has developed something of a cult-like status.<\/p>\n

Chef-owner Sevtap has brought a rustic slice of the Mediterranean to the beach town<\/a> with her tightly curated blackboard menu, homemade cakes, patterned mismatched china and leafy patio.<\/p>\n

Expect strong Allpress coffee, and humble yet wildly fresh local produce transformed into memorable, moreish Turkish-inspired dishes, such as scrambled eggs with feta and sucuk<\/em> (Turkish sausage), coconut and cinnamon toast, braised octopus, lamb kofta, grilled sardines.<\/p>\n

And if you\u2019ve been wooed by Sevtap\u2019s \u2018less is more\u2019 approach to cookery then you can even buy one of her three cookbooks in-store.<\/p>\n

\"breakfast

Beechwood has developed something of a cult-like status.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address: <\/strong>22 High St, Yamba, NSW, 2464
\n<\/u><\/p>\n

The Kiosk Yamba<\/h2>\n

Yamba is not a beach town that\u2019s short on great cafes, but few boast views as striking as The Kiosk. Housed within Yamba\u2019s Surf Life Saving Club, this unassuming little cafe with its picnic benches and striped parasols, is open from breakfast through to lunch right on the town\u2019s Main Beach.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re in the mood for something salubrious (hello acai bowls and fresh, cold-pressed juices) or something a little more indulgent (perhaps a bacon, egg and cheese roll with a vanilla milkshake on the side) The Kiosk delivers.<\/p>\n

\"The

Peak hour at the Kiosk.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address: <\/strong>1 Marine Parade, Yamba, NSW, 2464<\/p>\n

Sassafras<\/h2>\n

Love Italian food? You need to lock in a visit to Sassafras,<\/a> a family-friendly joint situated in the middle of town.<\/p>\n

\"Sassafras

The vibe at Sassafras is fun and welcoming.<\/p><\/div>\n

Recently reopened and refurbished, the Sassafras menu is all about no-fuss eats \u2013 woodfired pizzas (some of the best Yamba pizza on offer, in fact), classic pastas and fun, summery cocktails. With plenty of outdoor seating, Sassafras is also a pet-friendly Yamba restaurant if you\u2019ve got your fur baby in tow.<\/p>\n

A must-try is the interestingly named \u2018rat baits\u2019 \u2013 little fresh-baked breads with a trio of house-made butter. Music fans will love the live gigs Sassafras holds, too. Check the website for artists and dates.<\/p>\n

\"Sassafras

Tuck in to your choice of dish from a fantastic menu.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address: <\/strong>16A Coldstream St, Yamba, NSW, 2464<\/p>\n

Yamba\u2019s Fisho<\/h2>\n

Looking for the best fish and chips in Yamba? It\u2019s in town at Fisho.<\/a> Technically a tiny takeaway shop on Yamba\u2019s main street corner, we\u2019re giving it a pass into the Yamba restaurants category thanks to the picnic tables right out front, which have become its unofficial alfresco dining area.<\/p>\n

\"Yamba's

Yamba\u2019s Fisho has a strong focus on local, fresh seafood.<\/p><\/div>\n

Grilled, battered or crumbed, Yamba\u2019s Fisho has a strong focus on local, fresh seafood and will regularly update their Facebook page with recent catches in the region, so be sure to check or ask the friendly staff if you\u2019re keen to try the catch of the day.<\/p>\n

Yamba\u2019s Fisho is always brimming with fresh Yamba prawns, and has some of the best potato scallops this writer has had in Australia (a big call, we know). Prices are cheap, service is fast and yes \u2013 the chips are crunchy, salty and consistently delicious.<\/p>\n

\"Yamba's

Yamba’s Fisho is known as the best fish and chip spot in town.<\/p><\/div>\n

Address: <\/strong>Cnr Yamba St and Coldstream St, Yamba, NSW, 2464<\/p>\n

Additional updates written by Chloe Cann<\/b><\/p>\n

Discover more recommendations and insider tips in our travel guide to Yamba.<\/a><\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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