Bar pub in New Zealand

“My fourth visit here, this time with family to try the spring menu. We had the pear and honey special with focaccia, lamb shoulder pappardelle and the cacio e pepe. Everything was so yum, but the pappardelle was the standout for me. The staff were, as always, warm and helpful with great recommendations from the specials and wine menu. Always a great experience, and I’m looking forward to seeing what’s on the next seasonal menu!”

“We found this amazing place, one of our favorite Korean food is Gamja-tang. Their Gamja-tang is worth every bite and money we paid for. Kudos to the owner, he is very kind, friendly and all the staff are very attentive, checking customer's need. We are so glad and happy customers, we could not stop talking about this hidden jem!!! Great experience, awesome traditional and authentic food, cherry on top, the service is genuine and more worthy than fine dine in. They try to explain the ingredients and dish specially for non-Korean. Will definitely come back here at FRIENDS, Highly recommended, this totally stood out among nearby korean resto around!!!”

“The Beer Spot is for everyone that likes beer and wine, exceptional craft beers, usually local and of course magnificent NZ wines. So much choice on tap and you are welcome to taste everything before settling on a favorite. Very well setup, plenty to do or just listen to music, some days it's live. Food is by food truck with amazing variety. Highly recommended and well worth a visit.”

“Loved my night at the basement theatre watched survive with Adam Burrell best show!”

“Our favourite local! We’ve started visiting a couple times a week now as we love the friendly environment and amazing food and drinks. I’d highly recommend visiting you’ll become a regular too! ☺️”

“Great food. they accommodate the spicy level. Hardly seen in Western cafes or restos where they feed the whole staff, they should.”

“A cool idea to combine dining and board games together. Great for dates and group gatherings. The staff were helpful and friendly, and I was really impressed by the food. I wasn't expecting a lot from the food selection (thought it would all be finger foods) since I thought the main draw was the board games, but the food was actually really good. The chicken burrito and Korean Bulgolgi bowls were very flavourful, well seasoned and had generous portions. I ate my cheeseburger so fast because I was so hungry but the burger was nice, it had a thick juicy patty with very beefy flavours. We also braved the spicy chicken tender roulette, it was a bit expensive, $20 for only 6 tender strips, but one of them was super spicy, and we had a ball taking turns to see who got it. We played "Articulate" and it was a lot of fun. I did hope the board games were a little better maintained as ours was falling apart. I suppose the staff are busy and it's a bit difficult to keep track of the wellbeing of all of those board games. There was a wide range of game selection, and a great team bonding experience. I would love to return again with friends.”

“A huge selection of beer and spacious areas to catch up with groups of people. In the middle of an industrial area with little else around, it is a good location among the suburbs. Accompanied by a rotating food truck parked just outside that can fuel you. This time there was a Filipino food truck with delicious options @thebeerspot”

“Our first time here and we were very pleased with the ambience, food, staff and prices. The place filled up quickly with customers, but it didn't slow down the dishing out of food. The owner was walking around talking to the patrons and the wait staff were quick in attending to tables and bringing out orders. It was very very windy and cold outside, but with the windows closed and the heat pumps on, it very pleasant inside. Will definitely visit again, but maybe in summer when the weather permits us to sit outside and enjoy the beach!”

“Very small back bar, simply because all the bottles are hanging off the ceiling. Is it a good idea, I asked? The very professional and knowledgeable barman answered that it was the best set up he's ever worked with! The cocktails are very well executed, the chats are fun, the venue is comfortable, warm, cosy. Try their signature cocktails (the lover boy in particular) but challenge them with other classics, they will know the recipe. It is also very popular with the local hospitality community, which is always a good recognition.”

“I'm always a fan of going to restaurants located slightly outside the central city area. I tend to feel a sense of community and not to mention supporting local business. Prime spot in Brooklyn, and you won't miss it. To top it off, friendly service always helps. I felt the layout creates a different vibe through the restaurant, a nice touch. My personal favourite on the night was the prawn toasts, yummm and the chef's dessert of the night.”

“Brilliant choice of cocktails. Cosy, speakeasy vibe. Staff friendly, knowledgeable, and absolutely charming. We asked for several cocktails not on the menu, and boy, did they deliver.”

“Amazing experience for our Valentine's Day date! The set menu was excellent value and a stunning range of flavours. Good service and cozy atmosphere. Our only minor constructive feedback is we weren't aware of the set menu until we arrived. It wasn't an issue for us, however being proactively informed beforehand would have been appreciated :-). Thanks for an excellent meal - we'll be back!”

“Absolutely delightful atmosphere with a video showing floral landscapes and tranquil music. Cappuccino good. Friendly staff. As a follower of Jesus, I felt very comfortable here. 4:44 pm on September 19 2025”

“The bar tenders are so creative and really know their stuff! I'm a huge fan of their drink option "the golden ratio" I get it every single time and it's always so good. Love watching them make the drinks too, some wicked skills. Definitely a must stop for anyone in Hamilton for the night”

The Duck and Cover delivers a burger‑led line‑up that’s straight to the point. Combinations read bold but stay balanced. Vegetarian picks read as complete plates. Service stays present without fuss.

Great Spice Papamoa East is an Indian restaurant and bar offering a broad menu of North‑Indian dishes made with traditional recipes. Guests can choose from curries, tandoori specialties, biryani, naan...

The Hop House runs with a burger‑led menu and an easy pace. Vegetarian picks read as complete plates. Value feels fair for the quality. Service stays present without fuss. Fries and sides round things...

Grill & Green delivers a grill‑focused line‑up that’s straight to the point. Grill work shows a clean sear and rested meats. Value feels fair for the quality. Serve sizes show solid value. Wraps hold...

Central Fire Station Bistro favours a classic fish-and-chips line-up with clear, tidy flavours. Grill work shows a clean sear and rested meats. Fish is cooked to a clean crunch and chips stay tidy. Team members keep things friendly and on task.

The kitchen at Common Room takes a simple, bistro-style path and lets the food speak. Portions are generous yet well judged. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Brave Brewing Co runs with a classic fish-and-chips menu and a relaxed feel. Blue cod and other fillets arrive fresh with light batter. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

The kitchen at The Wayfarer takes a coffee-and-cabinet path and lets the food speak. Service moves quickly through the morning rush. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Service stays present without fuss.

“I visited here on my last night in Auckland after seeing a show at Spark Arena. The staff were all really attentive even though it was a pretty busy nice. The place was decorated beautifully and there was plenty of places to sit. I had the Kawasawa cocktail and I really enjoyed it! All of their signature cocktails looked fantastic and it was so difficult to choose.”

“Delicious food, huge portions, really fair prices, super friendly and helpful staff. 10/10 recommend and will be coming back. Waffles are delicious! Thick, fluffy, crisp on the outside, perfect.”

“# Amazing pizza# Must try the special truffle pizza，actually 45 is not cheap，but worth it！ Special menu like a gift， everyone is perfect including the drink. If you are first time to there like me，just talk to the friendly staff，believe their recommends.”

“This is a perfect spot for great wine and gorgeous food. I booked the courtyard for our end of year work celebration, everyone was blown away by the service, food and overall vibe. Shout out to Marlies who was an absolute dream to work with in bringing it all together.”

“Beer was great. Music was excellent with great sound systems”

“We were warmly greeted on arrival and this set the tone for the rest of the evening. The food was outstanding, we shared 4 plates - the asparagus, the venison tataki, the lamb and the potatoes. Each plate was generous and beautifully presented. There was obviously a lot of love and care taking place in the kitchen, and we certainly benefitted! Overall a 5 star experience.”

“Tieke exceeded all expectations, awesome course layout / design, the back nine is not long, but gives you a lot to think about. Loads of funky greens and areas to chip from, looking forward to playing again soon! James Ashwin”