Loft Byron Bay sits right where beach days and Byron nights meet.

Just off the sand at Main Beach and elevated above Jonson Street and Bay Lane, this restaurant and cocktail bar combines a relaxed seaside terrace, light-filled interiors and a central location with food and drinks designed for settling in.

The menu puts locally sourced ingredients at the centre of casual yet considered dining, moving easily from oysters and small plates to mains, larger share dishes and relaxed group menus. A dedicated kids' menu also makes Loft welcoming for families.

Behind the bar, cocktails are a major part of the experience. Signature creations sit alongside spritzes and classics, supported by beers on tap and an extensive collection of Australian and international wines, spirits and liqueurs.

Loft works equally well for an afternoon drink after the beach, dinner with friends or a long weekend lunch overlooking Byron Bay.

It's also a versatile destination for celebrations and events. Three terrace areas, a private dining room, bar spaces and whole-venue options allow Loft to host everything from birthdays and long lunches to pre- and post-wedding gatherings and corporate functions.

Breezy without being basic and stylish without losing Byron's relaxed character, Loft is somewhere you can arrive for one drink and quite easily decide to stay for dinner.