Family dining in Hamilton

“A great find, This unassuming little place located near The Wayward Pigeon does an amazing selection of dishes. We loved their take on yum cha share plates. So nice to be able to choose from a great selection of small plates that suit all tastes and appetites. Our group of 6 chose 2 plates each to share. Cost per head very reasonable and the staff were so friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend the beans dish, great for sharing and delicious. We will all be returning to try our new favourites and sample other items from their great menu.”

“Fresh n so good am so happy after ive had my sushi also the people are always kind and lovely .”

“We recently hired Sawadee as one of our catering vendors for our wedding and I can hands down say that was the BEST pad thai I have ever tasted. The guests loved it with a lot of our friends and family still talking about the food to this day! The service was exceptional and I would definitely recommend Sawadee food trucks to anyone wanting a fun, tasty and friendly vendor at their next event. Thank you for making our special day even more magical!”

“A local favourite, this welcoming, spacious sushi place always has a wonderful selection of your favourites and free miso.”

“Coffee always good, best brownie in Hamilton, creamy mushroom soup on Ciabatta delicious. pretty much everything I have had here is really tasty. Friendly staff who take time to talk to customers and even learn names of regulars.”

“We love coming here, the lady is so nice! We have a big family and there sometimes isn't enough sushi so they are more than happy to make us what ever we want to order and they do it pretty quickly! Absolute favorite sushi place as they have the best service and FLAVORS!”

“The Ladies were so pleasant and were even willing to accommodate specific dietary requirements. I really appreciated the concern and food is great.”

“i was passing through this quiet little town and bought lunch to this take away place and i was suprised by the quality and taste of the sushi.. highly recommend trying out this sushi place.. amazing food!!!”

“Had brunch on Saturday. Whilst the menu choices were a little limited, the quality of the food and portion size was good. And friendly service too. Look for this new café on market street and give them a try.”

“I seldom buy items as I am gradually down sizing but the back room staff here are absolutely awesome. Always a pleasant experience dropping items off.”

“The staff is friendly and respectful. The food prices are really reasonable with respect to the quantity they provide. The taste of food is very good. Thank you, himalaya indian Cuisine. Definitely recommended”

“Very clean (spotless!), new and well appointed rooms in a quiet location. Friendly service. Bed is comfortable, nice large TV with full Sky. All at a great price. Highly recommended.”

“I ordered the 3-roast meat combination (roast duck, roast pork and BBQ pork) and they were amazing! They cost me $25, which was reasonable given the amount I got (the gap in pic was because we'd indulged before snapping the pic). Agreed with the other reviewers, a perfect place for a quick scrumptious takeaway, and the owners were also courteous and friendly!”

“A week ago the Door Dash delivery person screwed me over and didn't deliver my order. Door Dash was useless and wouldn't refund me even though it was their staff error. I called Sam who graciously and kindly got the Store to make me a fresh order even though this was a financial loss too them. I am sincerely grateful to Sam and the staff in the Hamilton store. Poppas has the best pizza in town and you can not beat their prices. The food is always consistent and looks exactly like what they advertise unlike so many others Pizza outlets. Thank you Team Poppas.”

“I love the Bento box here, a taste of everything. The service is good and we love the decor. Sushi is good too. We enjoyed our meals”

Dhaba on Highway in Hamilton brings the authentic flavours of Indian street food to its customers. Specialising in dishes reminiscent of roadside eateries in India, the restaurant offers a diverse and flavourful menu. From starters like Chole Bhature and Samosa Chaat to a wide range of vegetarian mains such as Dal Makhani and Kadhai Paneer, there is something to satisfy every palate. The menu also features a 'Chandni Chowk to China' section with Hakka Noodles and Chilli Paneer, alongside a variety of traditional breads like Phulka and Naan.

Dumpling King in Silverdale, Hamilton, is a go-to spot for authentic and inexpensive Chinese food. This takeaway is celebrated for its delicious dumplings and other traditional dishes, all prepared with a focus on genuine flavours. The friendly owner and staff contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, making it a favourite among locals. The restaurant offers good portion sizes and maintains a high quality of food, ensuring a satisfying meal with every order.

The Londoner delivers a simple, bistro‑style line‑up that’s straight to the point. Serve sizes show solid value. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Pricing lines up with the offer.

The kitchen at Pony. Tapas Bar takes a simple, bistro‑style path and lets the food speak. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Service stays present without fuss. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

Lily Pad Cafe keeps things coffee‑and‑cabinet and focused on flavour. Morning service moves at a steady clip. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. The team keeps things friendly and organised.

“Wonderful service from Rachel who helped us heaps with loads of information soon after we arrived in New Zealand for a three and half month tour in early November. Half way through we are still using some of the resources she gave us and enjoying this amazing country. This was the beginning of many stops at I Sites around New Zealand and without exception we have had marvelous service everywhere we stopped just like Rachel at our very first I Site. Much appreciated and thank you New Zealand I Sites.”

“Our go to Indian takeaways for meat curries but their vegetarian options are also delicious. Always full of flavor and a large selection of choices available to suit whatever your feeling like. Try these guys next time you want a curry, you won't be disappointed”

“My wife and two of my daughters and I had lunch here. It is a lovely restaurant, nice, friendly staff and the food is of a high quality, extremely well presented, and delicious. Wife + Daughters loved the place and declared it a new favourite. I also enjoyed the food as well but not as immensely as they. The reason is because while the food is very high quality and delicious, I personally found it a little (just a tiny bit) watered down to cater for western tastes. I am not saying it is not authentic, just not quite as layered in its flavouring as you find in some other Chinese restaurants. If you look at the photos you will see that the food is high quality, but you can also probably also tell it is lightly flavoured. The only chilli sauce offered is a sweet chilli sauce that looks just like what you get from a bottle at home. I asked for some chilli oil and got some, but it was fairly bland. Edit: I have since done my research on Shanghai style cooking which apparently has an emphasis on sweetness, lightness, and freshness. So my comments on 'watered down' may be awry, it may simply be that I prefer a more robust regional style of Chinese cooking and this restaurant is offering a genuinely Shanghai style. This style may be influenced by the 100+ years Shanghai was a western entrepot to China.”

Pita Pit - Hamilton CBD leans into a kebab and pita approach without the fuss. Cuts are sliced to order with good pace. Service stays present without fuss. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch....

“Used Heart of India for our shared lunch at work. Had a variety of curries and naan bread, definitely a crowd pleaser! Thank you!!”

“the sushi is delicious, and generously made, the coffee is consistently good, and the prices are fair. the chef truly knows how to bring out the best in every ingredient. It’s definitely a place I’d return to.”

“Favourite sushi and Donburi place!”

“The sushi is always good and I love the seafood pockets. The staff are lovely also.”

“Nice coffee and foods, feel very comfortable and kind”