Pub in Hamilton

“Great old school pub ...rooms are basic but cheap .. great food and friendly patrons”

“We meet up here with friends from school days and early working life a few times a year. It's always a pleasure as the staff are very welcoming and friendly and the food is lovely. There is some outdoor seating and lots of inside seating. You can order off the menu or have cabinet food, or have just a coffee/drink if that's what you're wanting. I lived in Te Aroha West for about 8 years till I was 9, and remember the old shops etc so it's a trip down memory lane for me. Some pics of various meals attached.”

“The service was wonderful. Alex was our server and she was super friendly and genuine. The food was lovely. Very happy. Thanks guys. Made our wedding anniversary special”

“My 5 star rating is solely due to Clayton. Clayton’s attention to us when we dropped in for lunch was second to none. He is AMAZING at his job! The food is great too!!! And because of his care and attention we will definitely be back!!!”

“Went in for dinner last night with a big group of 30+ people. Coming from a hospitality background myself, I knew it would be a challenge for the staff, but they handled it really well. The fire alarm went off twice during our visit, so we had to evacuate each time — obviously annoying for everyone, but totally out of the staff’s control. They followed protocol and managed the situation calmly and professionally, especially considering many of the team looked quite young. Big credit to them. Surprisingly, they even gave us a 10% discount, which they didn’t have to do since the issue wasn’t their fault. It was a nice gesture and appreciated by the whole group. The food has definitely improved since I was last here a couple of years ago, which was great to see. Service was spot on too — friendly, attentive, and efficient. All in all, a good experience given the circumstances. I don’t normally leave reviews, but this one was well deserved. Will definitely be back.”

“I love coming here. I can drink beer and EAT Burger. The staff behind the bar are awesome. The young lady remembers the specifics of my burger order every time. Thanks.”

“Thanks for the personalised experience. Empty bar and happy to take song requests. Great experience.”

“Probably one of the best stripclubs in Aotearoa! Love dancing here!”

The Wharf Kitchen and Bar delivers a classic fish‑and‑chips line‑up that’s straight to the point. Outdoors works when the weather plays along. Pricing lines up with the offer. Portions suit sharing without tipping heavy.

Hillcrest Haven Bar & Eatery runs with a kebab and pita menu and an easy pace. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Wraps hold together with fresh salads and steady sauces. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

The kitchen at Cambridge Cosmopolitan Club Inc takes a burger‑led path and lets the food speak. A sensible spend for the spread. Service stays present without fuss. Music and pace keep a casual tone....

“An exceptional experience, flavourful, thoughtful, and generous. This wasn’t their presentation, it’s takeout, but the quality absolutely deserves a proper photo and review. The restaurant came highly recommended by my fussy Indian colleague, and I can now say: I’d rate them even higher. What truly stood out was the service. The young man who took my order called me back to double-check if I was okay with gluten, something that is typically the customer’s responsibility to mention. That level of care was genuinely above and beyond. Every dish impressed. The Chicken 65 was incredibly tender, generously portioned for just $17, and packed with deep, rich flavor. The onion rings were an unexpected delight—lightly spiced, not greasy, and a perfect textural contrast. But the star of the meal was the Palak Paneer. It’s easily the best I’ve had in years. The spinach was fresh and vibrant, the texture velvety, and the seasoning masterfully done, mildly sweet, gently creamy, with spices that complemented the dish instead of overpowering it. It reminded me of how Palak Paneer is meant to taste. It was so good, I paused mid-meal, plated it properly, and took a photo, because food this good deserves to be celebrated. Highly recommended.”

“Staff are super friendly and the food is really amazing. Ive had lunch here a few times and would definitely recommend it for something super tastey and quick! This is a brilliant place for some lunch, a mid afternoon snack, or a drink and some people watching.”

“So many delicious dishes to choose from but we both went with the pork belly laksa and it was delectable, fresh and flavorful with crispy pork belly pieces and tofu. Loved coming here and will definitely be back. The staff were friendly and really accommodating. Highly recommend Victors Place.”

“Give it a go!!! The fish tacos and prawn tacos were amazing. This place was definitely not in my Top Ten before tonight, but it will make the Top Five now!! Cool venue and great service. We'll be back”

“Good pizza and kai during daily deals! Dk if I'd pay full price though haha”

The kitchen at The Local Te Rapa takes a simple, bistro‑style path and lets the food speak. Serve sizes show solid value. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Service stays present without fuss. Takeawa...

“Free Function Room Hire. Was there for.21st birthday. Had a great set up and easy access to and from Kitchen. The old features to the place added character and great atmosphere. The bar tab procedure worked well.”

The Bank Bar & Brasserie delivers a burger‑led line‑up that’s straight to the point. Value feels fair for the quality. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. Portions are generous yet well judged.

“Was served by a lovely older lady. Would happily come back here.”

“We bought a lounge suite that we were not happy with. We contacted the team about it and without hesitation Danny offered us a great solution. We have exchanged our lounge to another and swapped the 2 seater to two single recliners instead at no extra cost to us. We live an hour and away from Hamilton and our lounge suites will be swapped over at no cost to us. We are so very happy with the exceptional service and great deals, thank you Danny”

Hamilton Cosmopolitan Club keeps things simple, bistro‑style and focused on flavour. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Serve sizes show solid value.

“Good place but maybe it is time to replace some of the furniture. Beverages were up to standard though with good choices.Great bar. Extensive range of beers, lively scene on a Friday night and very friendly service. Didn't eat much but what we did was good.Brought here by local friends. We were a group of 8, ages 19-58. Everyone found something good to eat, and all of us heard tunes we loved from the band. Good time had by all.”

At Good Union, the menu stays breakfast‑and‑brunch and no‑fuss. Eggs land on point and toast keeps its crunch. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Service stays present without fuss. Serve sizes show s...

Ernest leans into a simple, bistro‑style approach with tidy execution. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Service stays present without fuss. Wait times are contained even when busy. Pric...

“We spent two wonderful nights here over Labour Weekend while we attended a wedding at Woodside Estate just down the road We loved Kowhai Lodge Sheila and John are the best hosts and their beautiful home and garden, friendly hospitality and English Pub made our stay very memorable Can’t recommend them enough ( or the wedding venue either)”

“Took 3 of my cousins to dine there for lunch. The food was amazing, the service was amazing and love that they have pool tables since we love playing pool. Overall 10/10, definitely recommend them.”

“First time there and really liked the warm and down to earth atmosphere”

“Sammmmy is the best, absolutely helped us, the best tender we have had in a long time, hyped us up and let the party go on, up Sammy the GOAT”

“Don’t usually leave reviews but just wanted to share how great this venue was at sorting an incident that happened- a man undid my top at the bar and tried to take it off me. After my friends told me to tell the bar what happened, the bartenders didn’t even question it they immediately informed the management to ask the man to leave and one even gave me a jacket to wear after noticing how uncomfortable i looked. A great example of how these things should be dealt with and making the night a better and safer place for everyone :) thank you so much”