Food establishment in New Zealand

The kitchen at Drexels Breakfast Restaurant takes a breakfast‑and‑brunch path and lets the food speak. A sensible spend for the spread. Cakes and scoops finish things neatly. Eggs land on point and toast keeps its crunch.

At Chiwahwah Mexican Cantina Bar, the menu stays classic fish‑and‑chips with tidy execution. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry keeps clean. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Casa Publica keeps things classic fish‑and‑chips and focused on flavour. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Sweets lean classic and not overly rich. Serve sizes show solid value. Fillets arri...

The Bicycle Thief Restaurant favours a simple, bistro‑style mix with clear, clean flavours. Vegetarian picks read as complete plates. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

The Craft Embassy runs with a kebab and pita menu and an easy pace. Cuts are sliced to order with good pace. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Ord...

On the plate at Vic's Cafe, the idea is breakfast‑and‑brunch and well judged. Outdoors works when the weather plays along. Eggs land on point and toast keeps its crunch. Service stays present without fuss.

Therapy Coffee leans into a coffee‑and‑cabinet approach without the fuss. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

El Quincho - Argentine BBQ leans into a coffee‑and‑cabinet approach without the fuss. A riverside backdrop rounds out the stop. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Serve sizes show solid value.

Jimmy's Smokehouse leans into a classic fish‑and‑chips approach without the fuss. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. Serve sizes show solid value. Combin...

On the plate at Gentle Giant Cafe, the idea is coffee‑and‑cabinet and well judged. Cabinet bakes and slices cover a quick stop. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. Service stays present without fuss.

Arcadia runs with a classic fish‑and‑chips menu and a relaxed pace. Pricing lines up with the offer. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean. Service stay...

RE Burger Hornby leans into a classic fish‑and‑chips approach with tidy execution. Pricing lines up with the offer. Combinations read bold but stay balanced. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean.

Captain Ben's keeps things classic fish‑and‑chips and focused on flavour. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in.

The kitchen at Black & White Coffee Cartel takes a coffee‑and‑cabinet path and lets the food speak. Cabinet bakes and slices cover a quick stop. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Orders move at a steady pace.

Fush Wigram favours a classic fish‑and‑chips mix with clear flavours. Portions suit sharing without tipping heavy. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Packaging keeps things in good shape to go.

Westend Stories leans into a coffee‑and‑cabinet approach with tidy execution. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Portions make for an easy, filling stop. The team keeps things friendly and organised.

The kitchen at Cassels The Brewery Bar & Restaurant takes a burger‑led path and lets the food speak. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. Fries and sides round things out neatly.

Sweets (vegan vegetarian Indian restaurant) leans into a pan‑Asian comfort approach with tidy execution. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Noodles arrive glossy and well seasoned. Portions are generous yet well judged.

Lemon Tree runs with a coffee‑and‑cabinet menu and a relaxed pace. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Portions are generous yet well judged. Coffee pours are consistent and well textured. The r...

The Shroom Room favours a classic fish‑and‑chips mix with clear flavours. Clear gluten‑free options are available. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. Portions are generous yet well judged.

Ma Maison Restaurant - Akaroa leans into a classic fish‑and‑chips approach with tidy execution. Serve sizes show solid value. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Portions suit sharing without tipping heavy.

“what a great spot for breakfast with the family. delicious eggs benedict, excellent plating and presentation, and great staff as well! they have plenty of gluten free goodies as well”

“How easy is it to have a function at “Paris for the Weekend”? Very easy, select your menu and relax! My group of 26 family and friends gathered for French High Tea recently and while some would have liked more of the sandwiches and savouries, the food that was presented was very well received. Although the very large scones detracted from the dainty smaller pieces. We were hosted by Cat and she provided first class service and attention. Nothing was a bother. She was very friendly and efficient and delightful to work with. Thank you Cat. Certainly would recommend “Paris for the Weekend”, whether it be just for a coffee or a group function. Thank you for having us.”

“Amazing food and service . Brought my dog and he was treated too with fresh water and his own fluffy. Recommend as as place to go for the whole family”

“Always great food there Belgium waffles are amazing but you have to walk home to work them off, coffee is great and the cabinet has lovely scones and muffins as well as a good variety of food options. Staff are friendly and helpful”

“Really enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service. Very attentive helpful staff. Enjoyed trying a couple of cocktails. Really enjoyed the drama of the stone grills. Great touch with the branded burger buns. Only slight improvement would be for the Jameson jeus as it had no flavour at all, but a super easy fix”

“Delicious new muesli on breakfast menu. Also makes a tasty, moreish scroggin for scoffing on the go. Was peaceful when myself and 11 month old came in for coffee and food. Team were very accomodating, adapting breakfast with more yogurt so baby could have some too. Amazing coffee.”

“An amazing tea experience today. As a tourist who loves tea I would highly recommend this place. They have tea tasting 3 teas for $15. They also have a variety of teas, mostly oolong (their specialty) and black tea blends. There are also very nice tea pots and cups. The two ladies who helped us today were knowledgeable, welcoming and helpful. They explained how tea picking occurs as well as what makes each tea special. I would love to see a tea picking experience, that would be a great tourism boost for the place and could be done in a controlled way to ensure no contamination of the soil. Otherwise, I loved it today!”

“Decided to retreat from Auckland to venture to this quant cafe by the Waikato river. The cafe is quite spacious with plenty of indoor seating and outdoor seating with good view of the Waikato river. The menu seemed a bit limited and the tastes was ok. A tad pricey but lenient because of the peaceful ambience. Easy to find parking.”

“The generosity of the owner is just unreal. As a Ta walker we were allowed to pitch our tent on the backyard for free. Acces to the bathroom and even the possibility to charge up out stuff overnight. Before we left she even gave us some leftover from the kitchen. Food is amazing. Gotta go there and see for yourself but wish her the best of luck with her beautiful cafe !”