Restaurants in Hamilton

Waihou Dairy and Takeaways keeps things classic fish-and-chips and focused on flavour. Fish is cooked to a clean crunch and chips stay tidy. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Pricing lines up with the offer.

“Just love the way the employers welcome you into there atmosphere and assist you without rushing until the very end. Very helpful, Very Patient and just overall always a good experience going to there shop. The food was all HOT, made fresh and just amazing. The Nutella Calzone is something different a MUST TRY. Here's a photo of what we got tonight. Slowly making our way through the menu and as I keep trying the menu Il keep leaving reviews.”

“Top-Notch Taste and Service Avalon Pizza Hamilton: A True Gem! What a fantastic find! Avalon Pizza in Hamilton truly exceeded my expectations. I ordered a pizza and a burger, and I can confidently say both were absolute standouts. Each item was perfectly cooked with amazing taste, proving the high quality of their ingredients. Plus, the quantity was generous, making it great value. The service was top-notch, and my order arrived very fast and exactly when expected. This is definitely my new go-to for takeaways in Hamilton!”

“I ordered the Tang Chicken Roll through the Uber eats app and was delighted at how fresh the sushi was for takeout. The chicken was not dry at all and the portion size was large enough to full me up with leftovers. Quality sushi and all rounder delicious! 10/10”

“Love this place it’s my go-to sushi place in Hamilton I only wish I still went to the uni where it’s located so I had an excuse to buy from them more often I still get my medication from the campus pharmacy though and always get sushi when I go to pick it up”

“Exceptional Indian cuisine - vast menu with a big range of snacks and sweets too. Authentic curries without cheap shortcuts or fillers - heavy on the spices but balanced enough to please a fussy palate too. Friendly and accommodating service.”

“Hidden gem in Hamilton CBD for breakfast. Good atmosphere and nice interior. Has Good coffee and breakfast. The eggs Benedict and pancakes are really tasty. Definitely recommended for breakfast.”

“We attended the Bowling today it was fantastic. Staff were great very helpful. This was my first time attending your facilities it was a very pleasant experience.”

“We found this hidden gem completely by chance, looking for a quick lunch in the city being just arrived in Hamilton as tourists. Turned out to be the perfect choice! The food was amazing, we tried almost everything they offered and as I was ordering a dessert, my husband took another portion of lamb with taro leaves. The price is really too good for the quality of the food, we paid 20$ a box with 5 different dishes and it was pretty enough to feed two people. If we could give it 6 stars, we would!”

“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.”

“Nice pizzas, Good price, staff are very friendly. Service was quick.”

“The food is nice and balanced, has really good quality ingredients, the service is amazing they are so kind and nice. 100% coming back here again”

“I've been to a lot of Hell Pizzas over the North Island, and these guys are my favourite. Friendly service and brilliant pizzas. I often order plant based creator pizzas, and I can be very particular about my toppings e.g. double portions of mushrooms, half of the pizza having one type of sauce and certain toppings, the other half sometimes being very different. The attention to detail these guys have is impressive, they always get it perfect. Very fair portions, great accuracy with orders, and really nice customer service. These guys set the benchmark for all other Hell Pizza stores around.”

“I've been several times, and have enjoyed the pizzas. It's not the 2 big pizza places in New Zealand, so its pizzas are pleasantly different. Good service, with a wide variety of pizzas and pizza sizes.”

“Enjoy coming here for quick and easy meals. Staff are attentive and friendly. Prices are good and the space is large enough. Not their fault but can be frustrating to get into the establishments on Grey St due to the homeless constantly asking for money to get cigarettes.”

“10/10 Consistently! Our favourite pizza place by far. We don’t live locally but every time we pass pokeno we stop here knowing it will be good. Always worth it and always tasty. I cant recommend enough!”

“Ordered from here, from the food to the service everything is 100/10 7/2/25 Ordered here again, like I said the last time it was phenomenal 100/10”

“Amazing customer service, fully satisfied”

“Very delicious lunch Dandan dry noodles with braised pork, this is spicy and very flavour full with thin noodles Savoury noodles soup with braised pork Not spicy but they have soy and chilli oil as condiments with flat noodles Don’t go here if you are a bland eater. Fried wontons always yummy Passionade mocktail Lychee mocktail”

“Chicken fry rice had plenty of flavour same with the chicken curry. Egg fu Yong was also tasty unlike others that can be bland. A little pricey but it's like that every where now. Will go back again”

“We ate here about 8 weeks ago, in our holidays. The food (fish) was very delicious, and the portions very large. The owners were very friendly. I would go there again, but it's a bit far away ;-)”

“Some of the best food I have ever tasted, highly recommend, and I got served by a lovely young man who took pride in what I assume is his lovely parents buisness. I think this might be not only the greatest curry place in Hamilton, but maybe the best one in New Zealand, Highly recommend if your passing through, or even on a regular basis. Everything was to die for. Lots of love, Hdawg.”

Master House is Hamilton's longest-standing family-owned Chinese restaurant, dedicated to uniting the community through a love of good food. The restaurant offers a wide variety of delectable dishes, making it a go-to for tasty Chinese takeaways. It is also a popular destination for those seeking an authentic Yum Cha experience in Hamilton. The welcoming atmosphere and fast, polite service are consistently praised by regulars. With options to dine-in, order online for pickup, or get delivery through Uber Eats, Master House provides a convenient and enjoyable dining experience.

“Got the $45pp sharing plates and a carafe, the girl serving was super friendly, the food was served in 3 parts, and the first plates were fast, and the timing after for plates was on point, the food was delicious and the right amount, was an enjoyable experience that I do recommend”

Paasha Turkish Cafe runs with a kebab and pita menu and an easy pace. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Wait times are contained even when busy. Wraps hold together with fresh salads and steady sauces.

“Food was delicious. My son enjoyed the Maakona Sirloin (swapped out mash for fries). Smashed the whole lot. Hubby got the Fiery Herb Chicken, perfect balance of spice and herbyness. I had the Pumpkin Stuffed Pasta. So good! Would recommend..even if you are staying there. Oh and dessert?....amazing, get the Chocolate mousse. To die for.”

Noodle Club - Rototuna favours a Japanese‑leaning mix with clear, clean flavours. Sushi and hot dishes come out clean‑flavoured and precise. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch.

“THE BEST HANDS DOWN. FRESH. HOT. SO GOOD. Spicy fish ball soup,I RECOMMEND the yummiest prawn shima and hargow dumplings. cooked to perfection, not greasy or soggy. Nana and Nancy were so lovely. Asking if we loved the food and suggesting lots. Small and intimate, not very big, with no restrooms. A definition of authentic Cantonese dumplings. I felt like I was back in Hong Kong.”

At Matangi Takeaways, the menu stays classic fish‑and‑chips and no‑fuss. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean. Service stays present without fuss. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch.

The kitchen at Alley Cats Cafe takes a classic fish-and-chips path and lets the food speak. Coffee pours are consistent and well textured. Portions suit sharing without losing balance. Service stays present without fuss.