Italian restaurant in New Zealand

Table at Monks Cafe leans into a breakfast‑and‑brunch approach without the fuss. Serve sizes show solid value. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Fahrenheit leans into a classic fish‑and‑chips approach without the fuss. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. Serve sizes show solid value. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. Fish lands crisp w...

The Orchard Thieves Tauriko is a casual pizza and burger bar with a sports‑bar edge. The menu covers value and gourmet pizzas (e.g., Apricot Chicken, Pepperoni, Meat Dominator), classic and gourmet burgers, ribs, wings, sides, thick shakes and family combos.

The Pizza Library Papamoa is a book‑themed pizzeria offering traditional, gluten‑free and keto bases. Signature pizzas carry literary names such as Charlotte’s Web, 3 Blind Mice and Hamlet; the menu also lists pastas, starter breads, sides and desserts.

At Trattoria alla Toscana, the menu stays classic fish-and-chips, served with an easygoing pace. Pricing lines up with the offer. Cakes and scoops finish things neatly. Buns hold well and patties land juicy.

“Our party of four enjoyed an excellent dinner at Cucina last night. Shared the pâté and had a main course each. Fresh, seasonal and just the right level of innovation to make the meal still feel delicious and accessible. Cocktails were also delicious! Just love the plants and atmosphere. Highly recommend you check out their cafe in the same building (Tees St) if staying in town overnight…this team makes the best food in Oamaru - bar none!”

Casafuego Eatery and Bar keeps things Mex-style and focused on flavour. Value feels fair for the spread. Service stays present without fuss. Meals land promptly at the pass. Sharing works well across...

“Delicious Neapolitan pizza with the perfect crust and fresh toppings, paired with crispy, flavorful arancini. A cozy spot with warm service and a true taste of Italy”

“A beautiful spot for a sweet treat and cuppa (you can even bring your dog for a special doggie friendly gelato!). Tea serving size is generous. Staff are lovely. Highly recommend.”

“Nice Italian restaurant with GF Pasta and Pizza. Pasta portions are huge, I‘ve struggled eating up the main size and ordered this time an entree size, which was a full size portion too. Also nice Italian wines to go with your meal. I can recommend Sangovese. Definitely a nice place to dine in. Bookings might be helpful as this place is well visited”

“Awesome spot, top notch food and at a great price. Everything we ordered exceeded my expectation. The mussels were cooked to perfection in a tasty sauce and the sautéed prawns had a great kick to it that complimented the toasted baguette. These were only the starters! The main dish though was divine. We ordered the pork belly and the steak and ribs combo! The pork belly had the tastiest sauce which pairs with the crispy skin and tender meat perfectly, to top it of the kumara shavings added some crunch and extra flavouring. The mouth watering ribs were soft and succulent, falling off the bone. You think it cant get any better right? But this was paired with a cut of sirloin that was seared on the grill cooked to perfection. The tasty layer of crust holding in those medium rare flavours. Drizzle this in the mushroom sauce mixed with the coleslaw on the side. Taasty! Now hear me out, all this sounds like perfection but to top it off its BYO with the liquorland a minute walk away! Grab that bottle of wine and dine in for great evening you wont regret”

“Great service and yummy Pizza and we got a Mango viral ice cream complimentary. We definitely dine in next time.”

“I can’t comment directly on their pizzas but their customer service is excellent. Much better than other nearby pizza places. Thanks to the Crust our homemade pizza night was a big success. The dough was delicious and the pizzas came out great.”

Pare’s Power Pizza is a Matamata stalwart known for hand‑rolled, made‑to‑order pizzas. Ranges include premium, chicken, vegetarian and value pizzas, with sides like garlic breads, chips and chicken tenders; ‘u‑bake’ options are also available.

“With so many pizza place to choose from around Takapuna I chose this one. It is delicious and affordably priced for these kinds of pizza that are not dominoes or Pizza Hut pizzas. Great flavour profiles and quick to be made and quick to be eaten. I itch their loyalty you will be loyal and try and order as many pizzas so you can get a free pizza and start ordering and eating all over again.”

“My husband and I always spend a great quality coffee time here, We had most satisfaction with those healthy and yummy foods”

“One of the best pizza places in Wellington! High quality ingredients, especially the ham. Bases are superb, just the right texture.”

The kitchen at Pizza Bar takes a pizza-first path and lets the food speak. Salsas lift the plates without overpowering. Plates offer plenty without tipping heavy. Team members keep things friendly and on task.

Mamma Mia Pizza delivers a pizza-first offering that’s straight to the point. A sensible spend for the quality. Team members keep things friendly and on task. Portions are generous yet well judged. Or...

“Found this hidden gem at the back of Rita’s as I was walking past and smelt the glorious smell of pizza. Their pizzas are fire. Bases are perfect. Toppings are plentiful and juicy. Service is swift. Prices are comparable to a gourmet dominoes pizzas so it’s no brainer to come here instead. Looking forward to returning for some more great Detroit style pizzas!”

“Great food, can get very busy. Good vegan options.”

“My wife and I celebrated our 25th (Silver) Wedding Anniversary with a meal here. The food, service, and atmosphere were great. The view out over the Waitākere Ranges was beautiful, despite the overcast evening. It was unfortunate that we were unable to have our preferred and reserved outdoor seating, due to the verandah being inaccessible for wheelchairs.”

“We had the most beautiful dinner. We had pizza and seafood crepe for starters. Eye fillet for main and creme brulee and Tiramisu for dessert. Everything was on the spot, fast service and lovely Melanija serving us. True Italian experience with authentic food, wood fire . Big recommendation”

“Baduzzi is so yum! Was greeted by a very friendly host and the service was very quick. The shift manager and our waitress were very helpful when it came to understanding the menu so we ordered all the tastiest items! We had the stracciatella for the appetizer with the venison meatballs, the garganelli lamb neck ragu and the maltagliati for the main. Amazing experience and would come back!”

“Went to Gusto Italiano not knowing what to expect which ended up being a great decision last night. Our dinner the seafood spaghetti, chicken breast with vegetables & chicken fettuccine all amazing. The service from Milan & Armando was equally great. Definitely will return and thinking about ordering pizza & lasagne for tonight.”

“From the moment we stepped through the doors we were warmly welcomed! The customer service is exceptional. Food was excellent. Overall an amazing experience and would definitely return!!!”

“The service was warm and cheerful. The wine list was carefully considered and excellent. All the food served was top notch. The manager actually stayed slightly late to help return some sunglasses left by one of our party which was really the icing on the cake. Thoroughly recommend”

“How amazing to find such high quality legitimate Delicious pizza in Auckland. Last time I had a good pizza like that was in Italy ! Thank you Umu. Great Pizza. Highly recommended & Definitely will come back again soon !”

“It was a good sunny day and Bodega was the best place to have lunch. Food was great, service was fast and friendly. Great menu with lots of choices. Meat ball pasta special for today was just too good . Plenty of parking available.”