Where to eat in Coffs Harbour: best restaurants, cafes and local favourites

Looking for the best restaurants in Coffs Harbour? From beachside cafés and family-friendly dining to breweries, markets and hidden gems in Bellingen, the Coffs Coast is packed with places to eat. Whether you’re planning a quick getaway or a longer stay, this guide covers where to eat in Coffs Harbour and nearby.

Casual brekky and great coffee

Urban Espresso Lounge

• Cuisine: Modern Australian café
• Location: Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $
• Tip: Arrive early to beat the morning rush

A long-time local favourite, Urban Espresso Lounge is known for its consistently great coffee, generous brekky dishes and relaxed outdoor seating. It’s the kind of place that feels easy from the moment you arrive, whether you are easing into your day or grabbing a takeaway before heading out.

Supply Specialty Coffee & Bar

• Cuisine: Specialty coffee, brunch
• Location: Jetty precinct, Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $$
• Tip: Ideal before a Jetty walk or morning swim.

Just moments from the water, Supply Specialty Coffee & Bar delivers quality coffee alongside fresh, seasonal brunch dishes. With its coastal feel and consistently strong reputation, it’s a go-to for both locals and visitors.

Dark Arts Cafe & Bar

• Cuisine: Creative brunch, café
• Location: Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $$
• Tip: Perfect for a long, leisurely brunch

With its moody interiors and creative menu, Dark Arts Cafe & Bar offers something a little different from your standard café. Expect bold flavours, great coffee and a space that invites you to slow down.

Hearthfire Bakery (Sawtell & Bellingen)

• Cuisine: Bakery, takeaway
• Location: Sawtell / Bellingen
• Budget: $–$$
• Tip: Grab something to-go and find a scenic spot to enjoy it

If you’re heading south or inland, Hearthfire Bakery is well worth the stop. Known for its artisan breads, pastries and takeaway lunches, it’s ideal for stocking up before a beach day or road trip.

Family-friendly and casual dining

Jetty Beach House

• Cuisine: Modern Australian, seafood
• Location: Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $$–$$$
• Tip: Combine your visit with time at nearby Jetty Beach

Set right by the water, Jetty Beach House is a relaxed, spacious venue that works well for families and groups. The menu is broad enough to suit everyone, with fresh seafood and classic favourites.

Silvio’s Italiano

• Cuisine: Italian, pizza
• Location: Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $$
• Tip: Great for a relaxed, no-fuss meal with family or friends

For wood-fired pizza and classic Italian dishes, Silvio’s Italiano is a reliable local option. It’s casual, welcoming and ideal for an easy dinner after a day out.

Attitude Burgers

• Cuisine: Burgers, casual dining
• Location: Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $
• Tip: Perfect takeaway after the beach.

When you’re after something quick, satisfying and easy, Attitude Burgers delivers. Expect generous portions and classic favourites that hit the spot.

Restaurants for special occasions

Latitude 30

• Cuisine: Seafood, modern Australian
• Location: Coffs Harbour Marina
• Budget: $$$
• Tip: Book ahead and aim for a table by the water

For something a little more refined, Latitude 30 pairs fresh seafood with marina views and a polished dining experience. It’s a great choice for a celebration or a memorable night out.

Aanuka Beach House

• Cuisine: Modern Australian
• Location: Diggers Beach, Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $$$
• Tip: Time your visit for a late lunch that rolls into sunset

With sweeping ocean views and a beautifully styled setting, Aanuka Beach House is ideal for long lunches or special occasions. The focus is on fresh, local flavours in a relaxed coastal environment.

Restaurants with a view

Surf Club Restaurant & Bar

• Cuisine: Modern Australian
• Location: Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $$
• Tip: Sunset is the best time to visit

With sweeping ocean views and a breezy coastal feel, Surf Club Restaurant & Bar is an easy choice for relaxed dining by the beach. It’s equally suited to lunch or dinner after a swim.

Breakwall @ Coffs Yachtie

• Cuisine: Casual dining, seafood
• Location: Coffs Harbour Marina
• Budget: $$
• Tip: Great for a casual meal with a view

Right on the harbour, Breakwall @ Coffs Yachtie offers laid-back dining with uninterrupted water views. It’s a scenic spot to settle in and watch the boats come and go.

Breweries, pubs and local pours

King Tide Brewing

• Cuisine: Brewery, casual dining
• Location: Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $$
• Tip: Dog-friendly and great for groups

A popular local brewery with a relaxed vibe and plenty of outdoor space, King Tide Brewing is ideal for an easy afternoon or casual dinner. Pair your drink with share plates and settle in.

The Hoey Moey

• Cuisine: Pub, casual dining
• Location: Coffs Harbour
• Budget: $–$$
• Tip: Visit in the afternoon and stay for live music

A well-known local pub, The Hoey Moey, is loved for its beachfront beer garden, live music and relaxed atmosphere. It’s a great option for a casual meal or sunset drink.

Worth the drive: Bellingen and beyond

Just 30 minutes inland, Bellingen offers a completely different food experience, with leafy streets, artisan bakeries and a creative café scene.

Three Blue Ducks (Bellingen)

• Cuisine: Modern Australian, farm-to-table
• Location: The Lodge, Bellingen
• Budget: $$$
• Tip: Allow extra time to enjoy the setting, it’s part of the experience

Set on lush grounds just outside town, Three Blue Ducks, Bellingen, offers a relaxed dining experience focused on seasonal, locally sourced produce. With views across the surrounding countryside and a menu that changes with what’s in season, it’s a great option for a long lunch or special meal.

Charlie’s at Church (Bellingen)

• Cuisine: Italian, modern Australian
• Location: Bellingen town centre
• Budget: $$–$$$
• Tip: A great option after a day exploring Bellingen—book ahead on weekends.

Set in the heart of Bellingen, Charlie’s at Church is a warm, welcoming spot known for its handmade pasta, woodfired pizza and relaxed atmosphere. It’s an easy choice for a long lunch or laid-back dinner, with a menu that leans on fresh ingredients and simple, well-executed flavours.

A taste of Coffs Harbour after dark

If you’re looking to extend the evening, Coffs Harbour has a relaxed nightlife scene with a few easy options for drinks and live music.

• The Hoey Moey: for beachfront drinks and live music
• Element Bar: for cocktails and a lively atmosphere
• King Tide Brewing: for a more low-key evening with craft beer

Plan your foodie escape

From early morning coffee runs to long lunches and relaxed dinners, Coffs Harbour offers plenty of ways to enjoy great food without going too far. Stay close to it all at any of the Reflections Coffs Coast parks and spend less time driving and more time unwinding.