You’ve packed your swimmers, your sunnies and your appetite. Good choice. The dining scene near Cabarita Beach is ready to serve you well.
Start your day with smoothie bowls and strong coffee. Stop for lunch and grab wood-fired pizza or fish and chips near the water.
As the sun sets, choose between fine dining, tacos or something slow-cooked and rich with flavour. Casuarina and Pottsville add even more variety, each offering relaxed venues that make the most of their coastal setting.
This guide introduces the Cabarita Beach restaurants that bring together great food, local ingredients and atmosphere worth staying for.
Cabarita Beach Restaurants for Every Craving
Cabarita Beach combines scenic views with a growing reputation for quality dining. You’ll find everything here, including casual café breakfasts and fine dining by the sea—perfect for every appetite.
Paper Daisy Restaurant – Cabarita
Type: Upscale modern Australian dining
Local Tip: Book ahead, it is popular
Distance: 5-minute walk
Set inside Halcyon House, this elegant venue showcases seasonal Australian produce with refined technique. Paper Daisy Restaurant remains one of the most celebrated Cabarita Beach restaurants and continues to lead the list of trusted restaurants that Cabarita Beach visitors seek out.
The Stunned Mullet – Cabarita
Type: Casual fish and chips takeaway
Local Tip: Enjoy at Norries Headland
Distance: 8-minute walk
This beachfront fish and chip shop offers relaxed seating and classic fare. It’s well known for serving reliable Cabarita food and holds its own against top-rated fish and chips Pottsville options. It’s also widely recommended across lists of restaurants in NSW.
Kartel Espresso Bar & Kitchen – Cabarita
Type: Trendy brunch and coffee spot
Local Tip: Grab a takeaway for the beach
Distance: 5-minute walk
Kartel offers fresh, easy breakfast and brunch just a short walk from the beach. Known for its strong coffee, smoothies, and family-friendly vibe, it is a go-to morning spot.
With reliable service and a relaxed setting, it ranks among the top Cabarita Beach restaurants for visitors and locals seeking high-quality Cabarita food.
Cabarita Beach Hotel
Type: Classic pub with bistro meals
Local Tip: Check for live music nights
Distance: 5-minute walk
Known for its friendly setting and coastal feel, this Cabarita pub offers classic bistro meals with generous servings. It’s ideal for a casual night out or lunch with family and friends.
The Burrow Pizzeria – Cabarita
Type: Simple, quick, and satisfying local pizza takeaway
Local Tip: Perfect for a relaxed night in or a beachside picnic
Distance: 5-minute walk
The Burrow Pizzeria in Cabarita serves up fresh, crowd-pleasing pizzas perfect for a relaxed night in or a picnic on the sand. Just a five-minute walk from your apartment, it’s a reliable local favourite for simple, delicious flavours.
Thai Infa – Cabarita
Type: Authentic Thai restaurant
Local Tip: Don’t miss the duck curry
Distance: 7-minute walk
Thai Infa delivers bold flavours and fast, friendly service. The menu offers great value, with meals available for dine-in or takeaway.
After a day exploring the coast, it’s a convenient option for a satisfying meal. This spot continues to be a trusted Thai restaurant that Cabarita locals often recommend.
What’s Cooking in Casuarina: Family Feeds and Stylish Spots
Casuarina keeps a low profile, but its dining scene continues to grow. The area offers flavour, value and variety for visitors looking to unwind with a good meal.
Lolita’s Mexican Cantina
Type: Modern Mexican cantina
Local Tip: $15 margarita on Thursdays
Distance: 5-minute drive
Start with Lolita’s, a vibrant Casuarina restaurant known for its tacos, cocktails and upbeat setting. It’s a standout among Casuarina restaurants, especially popular during happy hour when the atmosphere lifts and tables fill quickly.
Jordy’s Pizza – Casuarina
Type: Woodfired pizza, dine-in or takeaway
Local Tip: End your day with their signature crisp bases and relaxed coastal vibe
Distance: 5-minute drive
For a satisfying and laid-back meal, Jordy’s Pizza in Casuarina delivers classic woodfired flavours with a relaxed dine-in or takeaway style. A local favourite for no-fuss, delicious pizzas close to the beach.
A Quick Trip South: Pottsville’s Laid-Back Dining Gems
Pottsville delivers fresh flavours in a calm coastal setting. It’s well-suited to relaxed meals with good produce and friendly service.
Pipit Restaurant
Type: Seasonal fine dining
Local Tip: Book early on weekends
Distance: 10-minute drive
This hatted hinterland restaurant specialises in local seafood and seasonal ingredients. It’s often listed among leading restaurants in NSW and stands out as a refined alternative to any Pottsville cafe.
Pottsville Pizza – Local Favourite
Type: Family-friendly pizza and pasta
Local Tip: Try the garlic prawn pizza
Distance: 10-minute drive
This well-known takeaway serves generous, satisfying Pottsville pizza. It ranks highly across restaurants in NSW for its convenience and consistent flavour.
How to Choose and Make the Most of Every Meal
Planning ahead allows you to enjoy a wide range of food experiences across Cabarita, Casuarina and Pottsville. Each town offers something unique, and everything is close enough to enjoy without rushing.
Begin with breakfast at a laid-back Cabarita Beach restaurant, then head to Casuarina for a lively lunch or grab a quick bite by the water.
In the evening, dine at Paper Daisy or Pipit restaurant, both celebrated for local produce and a coastal feel. Tables go fast, so book ahead.
Takeaway also suits slower evenings. You might order Cabarita pizza, grab tacos nearby, or bring back something from a Pottsville cafe. Across this coastal stretch, dining stays easy, flexible and close to where you’re staying.
Taste the Tweed Coast Without Going Far
Being close to quality dining makes your holiday more relaxing. It allows you to enjoy good food without needing to plan around long drives or bookings across town.
The Beach Cabarita offers a quiet and convenient base near top-rated Cabarita Beach restaurants. You can begin the day with coffee or a smoothie at Kartel Espresso Bar, return for a swim, then head out in the evening for a meal at Paper Daisy Restaurant, known for its seasonal menus and calm setting near the coast.
On casual nights, you might grab a Cabarita pizza, pick up fish and chips by the headland or settle in at a nearby Cabarita pub. Those keen to explore can take a short drive to popular Casuarina restaurants or relaxed Pottsville cafes.
With everything within easy reach, Cabarita gives you the flexibility to enjoy the best restaurants in NSW without leaving the rhythm of your stay behind.
👉 Stay close to the flavour and book your escape at The Beach Cabarita.
Image credit: Paper Daisy Restaurant – Cabarita