Gitana, a new Spanish wine bar, has opened in Byron Bay. Located at Nourishing Habitat, Gitana is the latest venture by restaurateurs Utku Ayhan of Foxy Luu’s Byron Bay and Sefa Kitchen in Sydney, and Nicolas Degryse of Gratia & Folonomo in Sydney.
Open Wednesday to Saturday, from 3:30 PM until late, Gitana, provides a cosy atmosphere with warm lighting, French curtains, captivating art, and flamenco and bohemian tunes. It’s perfect for date nights, casual gatherings, or relaxed evenings with friends.
Gitana’s deli menu offers a delightful selection, including seasonal escabeche, olives, gildas (a combination of olives, anchovy, and pepper), rillette baguettes,Spanish crisps, and Ortiz fish tins with pickles. The platters feature artisan cheese and freshly carved cured meats, accompanied by pickles, olives and bread. Keep an eye out for rotating pintxos (small Spanish snacks) matching the traditions of the Basque Country.
The bar offers Mediterranean and local wines rotating weekly – alongside Spanish inspired aperitifs and cocktails. Local brews from Yulli’s and Earth Beer are available on tap.
Keep an eye on socials for special events such as Paella Wednesdays, all day Happy Hour
Thursdays, live Latin performances on Fridays, Sunset cocktails for $14 and pintxos at $2 on Saturdays, and a Monthly Block Party on the last Friday of the month will bring the Byron community together with live acts in the lush Habitat courtyard (next event is 30/08). Latin dance nights to be announced soon.
Gitana embodies the spirit of a classic Spanish wine bar meeting relaxed Byron Bay coastal vibes in a chilled yet vibrant atmosphere. Guests can enjoy delicious food, fine wine, lively music, and socialise in the courtyard.
