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Mangawhai Tavern
Moir St • Mangawhai • 09 431 4505 denday@xtra.co.nz Northland’s gastro pub – ever-changing menus featuring local produce presented by local chefs in historic water’s edge surroundings. Kitchen open daily 10.30am-9.30pm.
Smashed Pipi
40 Moir St • Mangawhai • 09 431 4848 smashedpipi@clear.net.nz
Savour ‘world-famous in Mangawhai’ smashed pipi fritters in this stylish café/ restaurant. Varied menu – from all-day breakfast to bistro meals. Art gallery next door. Open daily Mon-Fri from 10am; Sat/Sun 9am-4pm.
Sail Rock Café, Bar & Restaurant
Wood Street Shops • Mangawhai Heads • 09 431 4051 sailrockcafe@xtra.co.nz
A wonderful local eatery that takes justified pride in its local, national and international cuisine, NZ award wining coffee and charming service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open 7 days summer 8.30am till late, winter 9.30am till late.
The Beachhouse Restaurant
893 Cove Rd • Waipu Cove • 09 432 0877
Fine dining restaurant, featuring the best of New Zealand Cuisine with infusions of Northland flavours - great service & surroundings! Open 7 days 8.00am-close. Note: winter reduced hours
à Deco Restaurant
70 Kamo Rd • Kensington • Whangarei • 09 459 4957 a_deco@xtra.co.nz • www.a_deco.co.nz
Nationally acclaimed dining experience, showcasing the best of Northland’s fresh produce with exquisite modern New Zealand cuisine and impeccable service in stunning art deco surroundings. Open Tues-Sat from 6pm.
Bluewater Bar and Bistro
Opua Ferry Ramp • Opua, Bay of Islands • 09 402 8008 www.bluewaterbarandbistro.com
The extensive winelist complements the freshest seafood and local produce delivered each day – watch the boats go by from this unique location – beautiful views and great atmosphere. Open 7 days, lunch and dinner. Enjoy weekend summer brunch. Reduced hours in winter.
Kamakura Waterfront Restaurant
29 The Strand • Russell • Bay of Islands • 09 403 7771 contact@kamakura.co.nz • www.kamakura.co.nz
Sensational fine dining on the Russell waterfront, contemporary cuisine with subtle Asian influences, dramatic location and exceptional ambience. Reservations recommended. Open 7 days lunch and dinner. Note: reduced winter hours.
Sally’s Restaurant
25 The Strand • Russell • 09 403 7652 • sallysrestaurant@xtra.co.nz
Passionate about good food, good value, and friendly service – enjoy Sally’s waterfront dining featuring the freshest of Northland fish and local oysters, prime beef and lamb. Open 7 days 11am – 9pm (Closed July)
Café over the Bay
Upstairs • The Mall • Marsden Rd • Paihia • 09 402 8147 pilcher.d@xtra.co.nz
Where possible we use local products to produce a variety of fresh, healthy food in a friendly, relaxed environment overlooking the Paihia wharf and islands. Specialities include lamb and kumara pie. Open daily 8am-4pm.
Puretastes Northland
116 Marsden Rd • Te Tii Bay • Paihia • 09 402 0003 info@puretastes.co.nz • www.puretastes.co.nz
Located poolside at Paihia Beach Resort & Spa, Paul Jobin, one of New Zealand ’s top 12 chefs, serves modern global food using fresh produce with bold and exciting Northland flavours. Open daily for breakfast, lunch & dinner. ‘Cutting Edge’ dinners a specialty.
35° South Aquarium Restaurant and Bar
Paihia Wharf • Paihia • 09 402 6220 or 09 402 6281 • www.35south.co.nz
Enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Islands while enjoying our fresh varied menu specialising in seafood! Boasting superb friendly Northland service in our aquarium restaurant and casual bar over the water.
Toast
Shop 8 • Selwyn Mall • Paihia • 09 402 8684 • www.toastbar.co.nz
Enjoy our relaxed bar and gourmet cafe for divine cocktails, fabulous wine selection and deliciously assembled platters and pizzas – served with a Northland twist! Open 7 days 11am-late, winter closed Sunday and Monday.
Only Seafood
40 Marsden Rd Paihia • 09 402 6066 • info@bistro40.co.nz • www.onlyseafood.co.nz
Situated on Paihias waterfront, ‘Only Seafood’ is a fully licensed casual bar and restaurant overlooking the Bay of Islands. Featuring fresh local seafood… only! Open daily from 5pm.
Nine – Café Restaurant and Bar
9 Williams Rd • Paihia • 09 402 5002
Enjoy a range of good quality NZ cuisine – fresh tasty food in a friendly Northland atmosphere – check out our famous seafood chowder! Open 7 days, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 7.30am – late.
The Sugar Boat
Waitangi Bridge • Paihia • 09 402 7018 crew@sugarboat.co.nz • www.sugarboat.co.nz
Waterfront dining on beautifully restored Sugar Boat. Our menu reflects tastes from the Mediterranean based on fresh Northland ingredients. One of the region’s best-kept secrets. Open daily from 5pm till late during summer.
Waikokopu Café
Treaty Grounds • Waitangi • 09 402 6275 • waikokopucafe@xtra.co.nz
From the Whalers Breakfast to ‘Fush & Chups’ or Pork Puku, Waikokopu offers guests a taste of Northland, in its unique bush setting, on the doorstep to Waitangi. Seriously good beef, lamb and seafood dishes. Open daily 9am- 5pm, closed June 6-27th.
Waitangi Restaurant
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands • Tau Henare Dr • Paihia 09 402 7411 • fax 09 402 8200 • www.copthornebayofislands.co.nz
Tempt your tastebuds whilst relaxing in the tranquil natural outdoor surroundings overlooking the waters to Russell with the flavours of Northland wine and food. Open breakfast 6am-10am; lunch 10am-6pm; dinner 6pm-10pm.
Cubar
The Sugar Boat • Waitangi Bridge • Paihia • 09 402 7018 • www.sugarboat.co.nz
A fun venue with a vibrant and sophisticated Northland buzz - live music, lunch, tapas and cocktails with a Cuban twist, on top deck of 100 ft boat. Fabulous water views! Open 11am till late 7 days, reduced hours in winter.
Café Blue
582 Kerikeri Rd • Kerikeri • 09 407 5150 • cafeblue582@msn.com
Fresh from our own orchard – orange juice, figs, macadamias, rhubarb and all our culinary herbs – plus we use local free-range eggs, Kerikeri Tea, mushrooms, wines and more. Open Tues-Fri 9.30am-4pm; Sat-Sun 9.30am-3pm.
Re.co Tapas Bar
308 Kerikeri Rd (opposite BP) • Kerikeri • 09 407 5374 Relax and enjoy our tasty tapas from around the world, including Northland’s special flavours, in a unique verandah and garden bar setting. Open Wed-Sun 11am-9pm, Fri late (closed Mon/Tues).
The Black Olive
45 Kerikeri Rd • Kerikeri • 09 407 9693 • jobolter@orcon.net.nz
Freshly made pizza with delicious toppings including a special kumara kai pizza using Northland products and a Keri Kiwi dessert pizza based on local seasonal fruit. Open 5pm-10pm Tues-Sun (closed Mondays).
Santeez Café
93 Kerikeri Rd • Kerikeri • 09 407 1185
We specialize in gluten and dairy free café food with all our baking and chutneys created on site. Members of the Coeliac Society of NZ. Join us in our café or courtyard for breakfast and lunch Tues-Fri 7am-3pm, Sat and Sun 8.30-2pm.
Carrington Resort
Maitai Bay Rd • Karikari Peninsula • 09 408 7222 info@carrington.co.nz • www.carrington.co.nz
The Dining Room at Carrington Resort offers superb fine dining based on regional fare, in a relaxed atmosphere overlooking breathtaking scenery. Call for reservations.
Beachcomber Restaurant
Plaza North • 222 Commerce St • Kaitaia • 09 408 2010 restaurant@beachcomber.net.nz • www.beachcomber.net.nz Fabulous food for over 30 years. Try Northland scallops and oysters Kilpatrick with a touch of Kaitaia Fire and our gelato made with fresh local passionfruit, cherimoya and feijoa. Open lunch Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm; dinner Mon-Sat from 5pm. Closed Sundays and most public holidays.
Bridge Cottage Restaurant
8 Redan Rd (by the bridge) • Kaitaia • 09 408 2555 bridgecottage@xnet.co.nz
Experience the true taste of Northland including our finest wines and seafood at Kaitaia’s Bridge Cottage Restaurant. Wood-fired oven and à la carte menus. Open Wed-Sun for lunches and dinners.
Orana Restaurant
238 Commerce St • Kaitaia • 09 408 1510 mail@orana.co.nz • www.orana.co.nz
Orana showcases 15 Northland wines and uses a wide range of local produce in its scrumptious Kiwi fare. Open daily for breakfast 7am-9am;
dinner 6pm-8.30 last orders.
Boatshed Café
8 Clendon Esplanade • Rawene • Hokianga • 09 405 7728 boatshed@igrin.co.nz
Enjoy freshly prepared food using local organic produce and herbs with a Northland wine or an excellent espresso in a beautiful harbour setting. Open daily 8.30am-4.30pm.
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Hokianga
State Highway 12 • Hokianga Harbour • Omapere • 09 405 8737 pip@omapere.co.nz • www.copthornehokianga.co.nz Savour fresh seafood from the unspoilt Hokianga Harbour, and other local flavours – rewana bread, karengo (seaweed) and tamarillo chutney – an experience not to miss. Open for breakfast from 7.30am, lunch from 11am and dinner from 6pm. Reservations required for dinner.
Morrell’s
S/H 12 Waimamaku (between Omapere and Waipoua Forest) • 09 405 4545
Fresh baking wafts in the air at this lovely country café featuring fresh Northland delights in our daily specials, tasty café breakfast and light lunches, muffins and cakes. Great selection of Northland gourmet gifts! Open 7 days for Brunch and lunch.
The Funky Fish Café
34 Seaview Rd • Bayly’s Beach • 09 439 8883 • thefunkyfishco@hotmail.com
A colourful, uniquely charming oasis of fine wine and innovative cuisine ranging from Northland fish & chips to succulent stuffed lamb. Open daily summer and autumn 11am till late (June closed Mon/Tues; July till Labour Weekend closed Monday during the day; open from 5pm.
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101 Victoria St • Dargaville • 09 439 6300
Eclectic menu using quality Northland ingredients in our casual dining room, bar or courtyard. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner - 7 days from 9am. (except Public Holidays)
ElleCee’ Café
Ruawai • 09 439 2992 • cs.style@ihug.co.nz
An urban café set in the middle of nowhere! Try our homebaked kumara vegetable frittata, bacon and egg pie and other delicious dishes based on slocal produce. Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm; bookings available.
