Bar pub in Tauranga

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...

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.

“Highly recommend the island. The food is always on point the staff and customer service is actually 6 star worthy. Had the platter yesterday. Sensational, pork ribs, sausage, pork belly and lamb loin chops with amazing sides…. SENSATIONAL!”

On the plate at Papamoa Beach Tavern, the idea is burger‑led and well judged. A coastal backdrop rounds out the stop. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in.

“Really good meals. The rib special was huge, with such tender meat that it fell onto the fork. The pear, walnut and blue cheese salad was very special. The desserts were enjoyed by all.”

“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...”

“Food was amazing, servers were so friendly and helpful. The restaurant itself was awesome, a really comfortable outside area. Highly recommend for group bookings, food was just falling off the bone 10/10 everything was superb!”

“After a hard day's work, it is nice to settle into the corner with sports on in the background with a nice drink. The food was a good quantity not leaving us too full as restaurants tend to do these days. It is a great place to hang out without having any pressure and just be able to relax.”

The Fat Brother Tauranga delivers a burger‑led line‑up that’s straight to the point. A riverside backdrop rounds out the stop. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Wait times are contained even when busy.

The Mill House favours a coffee‑and‑cabinet mix with clear, clean flavours. A sensible spend for the spread. Desserts close the meal with familiar comfort. Serve sizes show solid value. Front‑of‑house...

Crown & Badger delivers a burger‑led line‑up that’s straight to the point. A sensible spend for the spread. The team keeps things friendly and organised. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally.

Merchant of Matamata favours a burger‑led mix with clear, clean flavours. A sensible spend for the spread. Sweets lean classic and not overly rich. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Fr...

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.

BLUEBIYOU delivers a simple, bistro‑style line‑up that’s straight to the point. Outdoors works when the weather plays along. Service stays present without fuss. Portions are generous yet well judged.

Turkish To Go delivers a burger‑led line‑up that’s straight to the point. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Serve sizes show solid value. Pricing l...

Papa Mo's runs with a classic fish‑and‑chips menu and a relaxed pace. A coastal backdrop rounds out the stop. Grill work shows a clean sear and rested meats. Portions suit sharing without tipping heavy.

“Yummy food and great local service. Top marks for hospitality”

“Ordered 2 pizzas for takeaway around 6pm, meat and margherita. Fast and great quality. Good toppings and ratios. Will have again.”

Waihi Beach Hotel favours a simple, bistro‑style mix with clear, clean flavours. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Portions are generous yet well judged.

On the plate at The General at the lakes, the idea is coffee‑and‑cabinet and well judged. Outdoors works when the weather plays along. Grill work shows a clean sear and rested meats. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch.

“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.”

At The Goodhome Gastropub Papamoa, the menu stays classic fish‑and‑chips with tidy execution. Fillets arrive fresh and the fry keeps clean. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

“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.”

“A nice place to get on horse race and drink an beer. Yeah can watch sport or play pool this place is so nice to relax and drink a beer”

“Cafe Anatolia is part of popular chain, but new to Tauranga. Its interior is spacious, airy and attractive, although I imagine they will have to put more tables in as more people start coming here. We had both the chicken and the lamb kebabs with 3 sauces (garlic yogurt, hummus and hot chili make an awfully good combination). The first thing we noticed is that the wrap was more of a tortilla than a flat bread, making me want to call it a Turkish "burrito." The second thing we noticed is that they were fabulous. In fact they're rather addicting--we came back again for lunch two days later. Note: if you like desserts they have an impressive selection of bakery goods in their display case, not Turkish but they looked yummy.”

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

“I recently visited the Horse and Jockey Inn, and I must say, it was a delightful experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm hospitality and a charming ambiance. The Room was cosy, which immediately made me feel at home. The food was exceptional! The menu had a great variety of dishes. The service was excellent, and the staff went out of their way to make me feel comfortable and ensure that I enjoyed my experience. The friendly demeanor made me feel like a valued guest. Overall, I highly recommend the Horse and Jockey Inn for anyone looking for a fantastic experience. The food, service, and ambiance all exceeded my expectations, and I will definitely be returning soon.”

“Cool pub, one of Tauranga,s hidden secrets”

“Great service, and pork ribs were delish. Thanks for the hospitality”