If you’re dreaming of a relaxed Byron-style Christmas lunch, you’re in the right place. From rainforest buffets to plant-based feasts and long lunches at Belongil, here are local spots celebrating Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Updated 10 November 2026

Christmas Lunch at Crystalbrook Byron

Settle into the rainforest surrounds of Forest for a Christmas buffet featuring local seafood and traditional festive favourites. Lunch seatings begin at 12.30pm on Christmas Day, with adults $279, children aged 4–12 $99, and children aged three and under dining complimentary.

Prefer an evening celebration? Forest also offers a three-course Christmas dinner, with seatings from 5.30pm and adults $140.

Christmas Lunch at Loft Byron Bay

Head upstairs to Loft for a four-course Christmas sharing feast, with oysters, prawns, seasonal dishes and dessert. The menu is $225 per person for ages 16 and over, with a three-course kids menu at $99 for ages 15 and under.

Choose from two sittings: 11am–2pm or 2.30–5.30pm. A separate dietary menu caters for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and pescetarian requirements. Check the menus before booking, as further dietary adjustments are not available for this event.

No Bones Christmas Lunch

Gather your favourite people for a laid-back, plant-based Christmas lunch at No Bones. The festive menu features mushroom scallops, onion croquettes, Wellington with gratin potatoes and red wine jus, and sweet finishes including lemon meringue and gingerbread tiramisu. The menu is subject to change.

Christmas Day has two sittings: 12–2.30pm and 3–5.30pm. No Bones is also hosting a Christmas Eve lunch on Thursday 24 December, from 12–2.30pm.

Christmas Day at Belongil Bistro

Celebrate Christmas Day at Belongil Bistro with a specially curated festive menu, seasonal flavours and a welcome glass of bubbles on arrival. At $290 per person, it’s an invitation to settle in with friends and family for good food and company at Belongil Beach. Book through the venue’s Christmas listing.

Christmas Lunch at FEU

For a Christmas lunch with a sense of occasion, FEU is offering a choice of three, five or seven courses, with wine-pairing options and a carefully crafted cocktail list. Enjoy an immersive dining experience in the intimate surrounds of this Belongil restaurant. See the venue’s Christmas listing for bookings and current details.

Christmas at Elements of Byron – Lunch Fully Booked

Elements of Byron’s Christmas Day buffet lunch is now fully booked. The resort is also advertising a festive three-course Christmas dinner at Azure Bar and Grill, from 5–9pm, with menu details and pricing still to be announced. Check directly with Elements for availability and guest access before making plans.