Restaurants in New Zealand

“Avonhead takeaways has the best Taiwanese crispy chicken in town. We also tried their Korean fried chicken and octopus balls. Very yummy Asian street food with good value for money.”

“I had high tea. The tea itself was fantastic. The pastries and sandwiches were excellent. The staff was very attentive, maybe even over so in the beginning. And then it was hard to find someone when it was time to pay the bill. My one suggestion is that there's no way to take your tea bag out of the pot. Nothing to take it out with and no place to put it. And I don't always like my tea really strong, depending on what type of tea I get. They would also elevate the experience if they had some type of table cover.”

“Found this little gem around corner from my motel. Staff were great, friendly and polite. Plenty of space and meals etc brought to your table. Food prepared fresh and coffee was very good too. Plus I got sandwiches to take out ,well filled too. Will be back next trip to Christchurch. Highly Recommended.”

“Hannah was exceptional, she was super friendly and helpful! Kids loved her, we will definitely be back :)”

Kendal Fish and Chips delivers a classic fish‑and‑chips line‑up that’s straight to the point. Portions suit sharing without tipping heavy. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Portions are generous yet well judged.

Sumner Social leans into a simple, bistro‑style approach with tidy execution. A coastal backdrop rounds out the stop. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. The team keeps things friendly and organised.

NomNom Kitchen - Lincoln favours a pan‑Asian comfort mix with clear flavours. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Service stays present without fuss. Stir‑fries keep good heat and snap. Serve siz...

Nomnom Kitchen - Lyttelton leans into a burger‑led approach with tidy execution. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Serve sizes show solid value.

Noodle Union Takeaways keeps things simple, bistro‑style and focused on flavour. Serve sizes show solid value. The team keeps things friendly and organised. A sensible spend for the spread. Meals reac...

Herba Gourmet keeps things classic fish‑and‑chips and focused on flavour. Combinations read bold but stay balanced. Meat‑free options are woven into the menu. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean.

“Lovely first time visit and we'll be back”

“Although the space is a bit small, but the foods were great, I love Thai salads; the price is acceptable. Incredibly friendly staff and owners. The service is great”

“We were in Te Aroha visiting the hot pools and decided we wanted to go somewhere for lunch. I googled lunch stops, and this place popped up. It was such an amazing recommendation!! From the moment we arrived we were really impressed with the cafe/restaurant. The building itself is beautiful, and the dining area is so large and pretty. The tables are beautiful, solid wood, and the chairs are very comfy. We loved the atmosphere!! Straight away, the service was amazing. We were seated, served our drinks and and food within 20 minutes. They had a great kids menu with delicious options - the menu can be coloured on and has some fun activities too! Our meals were delicious - I highly recommend the chicken flat bread! I shared it with my mum, and it was a huge portion. The meal arrived fresh and hot, and the chicken was so tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. My husband ordered the steak sandwich and loved the flavors. We shared some deserts from the cabinet - and I can say the custard square was so yummy! Staff were attentive, friendly, and helpful! Would 1000% recommend coming here for lunch! It's a beautiful spot inside and outside.”

“Enjoyed a great dinner at Hamilton. Would recommend visiting here. The staff are super friendly and hospitable. The pizza is recommended.”

“Katsu is my fave and the spam musubi too been coming here for years, never disappoints. Best in Aotearoa I reckon.”

“Our go to Indian takeaways for meat curries but their vegetarian options are also delicious. Always full of flavor and a large selection of choices available to suit whatever your feeling like. Try these guys next time you want a curry, you won't be disappointed”

“A large selection of food with different portion sizes. The lady behind the counter was kind and patient while I chose from the large menu. Food was delicious! Really enjoyed it!”

“Roast Plus is absolutely amazing! Their Medium Roast Beef is not only delicious but also generous enough to feed both my partner and me. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the sides are just perfect, kumara, potato, peas, and rich gravy that ties everything together beautifully. A hearty, satisfying meal that feels like a home-cooked roast. Highly recommend!”

PIZZA BROS favours a pizza‑first mix with clear flavours. Service stays present without fuss. Portions are generous yet well judged. Value feels fair for the quality. Meals reach the pass promptly.

At Paasha Cafe & Mezza Bar, the menu stays coffee‑and‑cabinet and no‑fuss. Cabinet bakes and slices cover a quick stop. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Pita Pit - Hamilton CBD leans into a kebab and pita approach without the fuss. Cuts are sliced to order with good pace. Service stays present without fuss. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch....

Jin Wing Takeaways runs with a classic fish‑and‑chips menu and a relaxed pace. Pricing lines up with the offer. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

On the plate at Te Aroha Memorial RSA Club Inc, the idea is simple, bistro-style and well executed. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Service stays present without fuss. Good value shows in the serve sizes.

“Lovely place to sit and have a quiet meeting for lunch. Food was delicious. Coffee was great. Atmosphere was enjoyable. Service was awesome. Would recommend and would come back here again”

“Used Heart of India for our shared lunch at work. Had a variety of curries and naan bread, definitely a crowd pleaser! Thank you!!”

Half and Half keeps things kebab and pita and focused on flavour. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Portions make for an easy, filling stop. The team keeps...

“Best samosa's and hot chips. I've been to a lot of dairies,and must say that I love Cee Jaes. Friendly staff,nice and clean.”

Hi panda Roast & dumplings keeps things pan‑Asian comfort and focused on flavour. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. Pricing lines up with the offer. Serve sizes show solid value. Service stays pre...

“Very very great hospitality and service. The owners really do make you feel welcome, and they always took the extra step to make sure my family and I were sorted and comfortable. The neighbors were very quiet no loud noises in the night or anything. Awesome location close to every necessity. Great back outdoor section to walk around. And they even also have a pool and spa pool. 10/10 experience in all departments of our 1 week stay.”

“I think this is the best sushi I've ever had, full of flavour and very fresh. Will definitely be back!”