#1
Old Quarter Coffee Merchants - Ballina
4.9
335 reviews · Score: 91/100
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2026 Rankings
Best Cafes in Ballina
Compare the top cafes in Ballina, NSW — ranked by our composite reputation score.
Updated July 2026 · Based on 4,008 real Google reviews across 16 cafes
Top Cafes in Ballina, NSW
We've analysed 4,008 real Google reviews to rank the best cafes in Ballina. Businesses are ranked by our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence — last updated July 2026.
The best cafes in Ballina, NSW are Old Quarter Coffee Merchants - Ballina (4.9★, 335 reviews), Mark Bullivant Coffee (5.0★, 58 reviews), Shelly Beach Cafe Ballina (4.5★, 1183 reviews), The Belle General (4.5★, 647 reviews) and The Cubana Ballina (4.6★, 295 reviews). Each is ranked by an independent reputation score from real Google reviews (4,008 reviews analysed across 16 businesses) — see the full top 16 below. Rankings last updated July 2026.
#3
Shelly Beach Cafe Ballina
4.5
1183 reviews · Score: 79/100
Shelly Beach Cafe Ballina 4.5(1,183) · A$20–40Cafe · · 1 Shelly Beach RdClosed · Opens 7 AM
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#4
The Belle General
4.5
647 reviews · Score: 79/100
"Healthy, nourishing food and beverages and friendly, experienced staff."
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#5
The Cubana Ballina
4.6
295 reviews · Score: 79/100
"Cool decor, great bathroom, top water pressure and ultra clean."
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#6
The Coffee Club Café - Ballina Fair
4.1
328 reviews · Score: 67/100
The Coffee Club Café - Ballina Fair 4.1(328) · A$20–40Cafe · · Ballina Fair Shopping Centre, 84 Kerr StRelaxed chain for coffee & light mealsClosed · Opens 8 AM
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#7
Green Coast Coffee
4.2
294 reviews · Score: 67/100
Green Coast Coffee 4.2(294) · A$20–40Coffee shop · · Riverwalk Centre, Shop 1, 2 & 3/144 River StClosed · Opens 7 AM
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#8
The Kitchen Cafe
4.7
122 reviews · Score: 61/100
"On point coffee, Great service, Good prices and welcoming atmosphere."
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#9
Nosh
4.4
265 reviews · Score: 59/100
"A friendly, funky vibe with great food and amazing coffee."
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#10
Zarraffa's Coffee Ballina
4.4
148 reviews · Score: 58/100
Zarraffa's Coffee Ballina 4.4(148) · A$1–20Coffee shop · · Ballina Central Shopping Centre, 44 Bangalow RdDown-home chain pouring signature blendsClosed · Opens 5 AM Wed
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#13
Double Shot on Brighton
4.5
53 reviews · Score: 52/100
"Amazing coffee, staff very helpful with great service and a smile."
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#15
Cafe Sebastian
3.8
69 reviews · Score: 32/100
"Beautiful fresh salad ingredients, great coffee , lovely friendly service."
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#16
Stir Coffee +
4.4
42 reviews · Score: 32/100
Stir Coffee + 4.4(42) · A$1–20Coffee shop · · Fox Street &, Kerr StClosed · Opens 6:30 AM Wed
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about cafes in Ballina.
Who are the best cafes in Ballina?
We've ranked the top 16 cafes in Ballina, NSW based on our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence. Our rankings are updated daily.
How do you rank cafes in Ballina?
Our rankings use a composite reputation score that weighs Google star rating, review volume, and online presence (website + contact details). This gives a more complete picture than star ratings alone.
How many cafes are there in Ballina?
We track hundreds of cafes across Ballina and the wider NSW area. This page shows the top 16 based on their online reputation.
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