Bar pub in Mount Maunganui

Izakai Bar & Eatery brings Māori and Japanese flavours together in a modern izakaya setting at the Mount. Guests can expect shareable dishes alongside a focused cocktail, beer and wine list for relaxe...

“Cutest vibe. Feels like you’re in a small Italian village!! The food is unreal - great homemade tasting pasta and high quality ingredients. Coming back here asap!!”

“We loved how friendly the staff were and the food was delicious. The singer created a great vibe which made us want to stay and drink for longer. Highly recommend.”

Salinity Restaurant & Bar favours a breakfast‑and‑brunch mix with clear, clean flavours. Breakfast plates are tidy and satisfying. Service stays present without fuss. Meals reach the pass promptly. Po...

The kitchen at Mount Mellick takes a simple, bistro‑style path and lets the food speak. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Orders move at a steady pace. Pricing lines up with the offer. Por...

“Had a light lunch of three "shared" options. Everything was tasty and I felt good value. Coffee was good but only one cup size option. Service was excellent, some could argue saying the free water could have arrived faster. I give it a 5 as we will go back.”

Sabal runs with a classic fish‑and‑chips menu and a relaxed pace. Provision for coeliac diners is noted. There’s always a considered veg choice. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry stays clean. The team...

PIZZAROMA by Marco is a small Mount Maunganui pizzeria focused on handmade, Italian‑style pies. The offer centres on thin bases, simple toppings and a short list of classics, prepared for quick takeaw...

“Been here a few times with my fiance now, the place is so chill and the staff are friendly and chatty. Food is dynamite!!! And the bottomless brunch is such good value for money. My fiance and I combined had 4x pints of lager, a beef nachos, tacos, chicken bites & jalapeño poppers... All for under $100 Leaving with a very full tummy and happy with our chill night every time!”

Rice Rice Baby runs with a simple, bistro‑style menu and an easy pace. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Wait times are contained even when busy.

“I would sail the Tasman in a canoe to eat that GF pizza again. The staff were lovely- knowledgeable about coeliacs & the ginger beer slapped too.”

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.

“We've been here multiple times this past year, including for my birthday, and they've always delivered yummy food and great service. I will say that the last time we went, there was a large group and they were quite delayed in serving our drinks & dessert cocktail, but this was a one off, and I still think of Fox's as one of the best places to grab a bite. Their menu is quite inventive - both the drinks & the food - and their weekly specials make them even more enticing. You won't regret a meal here!”

“Nice place, great food, I enjoyed the birds, there were not a nuisance and were respectful of eating my food. Very good service. Our server was very sweet and polite.”

The Freeport with Cleaver & Co is a relaxed Mount Maunganui spot combining a tavern vibe with wood‑fired Napoli‑style pizza and smoke‑kissed BBQ. The menu highlights handcrafted pizzas and crowd‑pleasing pub fare, backed by tap beers and regular live‑sport or music sessions.

Latitude keeps things classic fish‑and‑chips and focused on flavour. Sides support without crowding the plate. A sensible spend for the spread. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Fish l...

The Rising Tide favours a burger‑led mix with clear, clean flavours. Value feels fair for the quality. Fries and sides round things out neatly. There’s always a considered veg choice. Front‑of‑house r...

Palace Tavern delivers a burger‑led line‑up that’s straight to the point. Value feels fair for the quality. Buns hold well and patties come juicy. Service stays present without fuss. Meals reach the p...

“Took a small party out for my wife's birthday. The food was great, and served quickly after ordering. I particularly liked the kumara fries! Was a great recommendation from the owner. Service was exceptional, you can tell when someone actually cares about their patrons. It showed in the number of people inside the business. It was a rainy Sunday evening and the resteraunt was at capacity! There was live music and good vibes in abundance. Despite being busy the proprietor checked on us multiple times, and once the live band had finished and a few people had left a table cleared inside which he offered to us for a more pleasant experience. Thank you for the hard work, we will be back!”

The Fat Cow leans into a burger‑led approach without the fuss. Sides support without crowding the plate. A sensible spend for the spread. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. Combinations read bold b...

The Seafood Collective Papamoa favours a classic fish‑and‑chips mix with clear flavours. A sensible spend for the spread. Packaging keeps things in good shape to go. Fries and sides round things out neatly.

Astrolabe Brewbar delivers a simple, bistro‑style line‑up that’s straight to the point. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Serve sizes show solid value.

“Honestly everything tasted great, however me and others were very surprised to see how small the bowl of chips and gravy were for $16. There were literally 20 chips in the bowl which is almost $1 per chip which i think is very unreasonable. Apart from that everything was 11 out of 10.”

“They are always friendly and they're cheaper then other places. You just have to be careful on pulling out of the place apart from that go check it out.”

“Yummy food! Great view with umbrellas to sit under to get out of the sun. Reasonable priced compared to the surrounding cafes!”

“Beautiful food and had a great time.”

“Food place to go for a beer or 3”