Bar pub in New Zealand

“Had the 8-course tasting dinner with wine pairing and it was such a great experience. Every dish was packed with flavour and looked amazing on the plate — you could tell a lot of thought went into the menu. Some combinations really surprised me, like the beetroot carpaccio with macadamia crusted feta, and the smoked eel with caviar — so good! The wines were perfectly matched to each course, starting with a crisp Champagne and ending with a bold Pinotage. It really brought out the flavours of the food. Service was spot on — the team were friendly, easy to talk to, and kept the evening feeling relaxed but still special. We never felt rushed, and everything flowed nicely from one course to the next. Left feeling full, happy, and impressed. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone who enjoys great food, wine, and a memorable night out.”

“Wow had the most amazing delicious meal in a beautiful warm environment. Our server a young Indian man was ever so helpful and attentive to our needs especially for my mum who has a sore back he brought out extra cushions for her comfort. My mum wanted to take me and my son to brunch and I'm so glad we visited this fine establishment in raumati will definitely visit again !we ordered 5 spice braised pork belly mash potatoes veges my son ordered smashed avocado egg beetroot hummus on ciabatta toast my mum has sirloin steak medium rare cooked to perfection, chips and salad”

“Highly recommend. I absolutely loved my breakfast. The omelette was delicious and the butter was served at room temperature so it actually spread on my toast. The service was fast but you weren't rushed. Great chilling music played in the back ground.”

“We visited Sea Salt for lunch today, the meals were excellent, served by a charming waitress. The crispy calimari was one of the best I have enjoyed, just the right smount of pepper, and perfectly cooked. Brilliant coffee, served hot too.”

“Service was fantastic from an attentive server. Oysters and mussels were tasty and presented well. Flounder was cooked perfectly and the meat from the ribs fell off the bone. Delicious and good portions! Very happy.”

“If you become a member there you can get a discount on food and drink. Atmosphere was pretty chill when i went down but they do usually always have something going on weather it be a band or karaoke etc. Food was on point I had the ribeye steak with all the sides, staff were lovely. Wheelchair accessible kid friendly, they have a small timezone area out in the atrium. Be AWARE you need to be a member or with a member to drink alcohol there but anybody from the public can eat food there. Always a great go to when I need a steak meal”

“Me and my partner had a pork rib and a their signature Chicken Burger. It was absolutely delicious perfectly cooked, full of flavours, and beautifully presented. The service from Ashish was excellent. He was very friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable which made our experience even better. Definitely recommend both the dish and the great service. We will surely visit Again.”

“A nice relaxed Sunday brunch at Cafe Kaizen. Lots of cabinet and menu choices to please all. Lovely staff and super quick service. Amazing coffee and hot chocolate to compliment our meals. The only decent place in Porirua cbd in our opinion, highly recommend.”

“The Famous Grouse Hotel NZ offers comfortable rooms, friendly staff, lively bar, convenient location, and good value, though breakfast options are limited.”

“First time coming here after craving Italian, best to book as its not a big place and fills up quick, got lucky calling 10 minutes ahead for a table for 2. Staff are wonderful, cheerful and happy to help, orders are taken quicken and plates cleared efficiently. It can be a bit of a wait for mains as theyre cooked fresh but worth the wait. Everything on the menu looks good and theres a big drink selection too. 10/10!”

“We had booked a table for dinner incase it was busy there being a Saturday night, pleased we did as it was a very popular place to be. Wait staff were prompt and friendly, helpful with questions and offered great service. The food was delicious. Salt and Pepper Squid entree was excellent and my rib eye steak was cooked to perfection. Thoroughly enjoyed our night here and would definitely eat here again.”

“Loved this place. Lovely views across the river, great food, good service and good selection of brews. Had the lamb rack and market fish and both were excellent.”

“We got a pizza & chicken tenders to go. Very tasty.”

“Went here for a friends birthday dinner and it exceeded expectations! Fabulous service from Georgia and Molly, and even better food! Drinks were lovely and will definitely be coming back!”

“Speights went out of their way to make a triple birthday dinner super special for my sons. They allowed us to go in earlier and set up decorations and put the 3 cakes in the chiller. They supplied little plates and napkins for them to be served on after dinner Although there was close to 30 people eating the waitress had it all under control and the meals came to the table quickly and all the meals were delicious, with generous sizes.”

“My hubby and I really enjoyed our delicious entree and mains this evening. My calamari was so tender and the beef cheeks were deliciously melt in the mouth. So great to have this lovely restaurant in our neighbourhood. We will be back.”

“We stumbled across this place looking for a meal. It didn't disappoint. The food was truly amazing with a delicious green curry and chicken fried rice. To top off the evening we also had a live duo playing music and singing songs we all enjoyed. Great place great service great atmosphere.”

Rose and Thistle delivers a simple, bistro‑style line‑up that’s straight to the point. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Service stays present without fuss. Serve sizes show solid value. A sens...

The Bower keeps things coffee‑and‑cabinet and focused on flavour. Cabinet bakes and slices cover a quick stop. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Music and pace keep a casual tone. Serv...

Burgers & Beers Inc. Cranford keeps things classic fish‑and‑chips and focused on flavour. Packaging keeps things in good shape to go. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Fries and sides round things out neatly.

Bishop Brothers Public House leans into a classic fish‑and‑chips approach without the fuss. A sensible spend for the spread. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Fish lands crisp with light batter and chips stay tidy.

The Pedal Pusher Addington favours a classic fish‑and‑chips mix with clear flavours. Pricing lines up with the offer. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Portions suit sharing without tipping heavy.

At Armadillos Beckenham, the menu stays burger‑led and no‑fuss. Pricing lines up with the offer. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Fries and sides...

“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.”

“Thank you for having us yesterday. Po is amazing. We were a table of 20 and he impressed us all. He even took some great pics”

The kitchen at The Cook takes a classic fish‑and‑chips path and lets the food speak. Sweets lean classic and not overly rich. Fish lands crisp with light batter and chips stay tidy. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally.

Five Stags Pirongia favours a burger‑led mix with clear, clean flavours. Morning service moves at a steady clip. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Buns hold well and patties come juicy. Pl...

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

Five Stags Leamington Tavern leans into a classic fish‑and‑chips approach with tidy execution. Grill work shows a clean sear and rested meats. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

“Great location, super-sized rooms, very clean and professional staff. Ticked all the boxes for us on our recent stay. Having free on-site parking available is a huge bonus too. We will be back...”