If you’re planning your next holiday in Tauranga, New Zealand, you will undoubtedly be in search of a place or two at which you can get a good meal. Possibly, a couple of adult beverages might figure into the equation. Whether you’re planning a trip soon for business or holiday, consider stopping by at any one of these popular restaurants. And when you need group transportation, you should definitely consider Tauranga bus hire.
Mills Reef Restaurant and Winery
A premier Bay of Plenty destination, and just five minutes from Tauranga CBD, is the Mills Reef Winery. Established in 1989 by the Preston family, our first choice of popular restaurants is situated on 20 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. For true wine and food lovers, this is an ideal location. Whether dining in the 50-seat restaurant or enjoying a free wine tour, you can’t go wrong stopping in at this, possibly one of New Zealand’s most attractive and stylish winery buildings. And, for those looking for the perfect wedding setting, this award-winning winery/restaurant is also popular for those that are venue searching for presentations, conferences, and, of course, nuptials.
Lone Star Tauranga
Using only the freshest and best local produce, the Lone Star Café and Bar Tauranga is known for providing not only quantity but quality. With legendary service and meal sizes, you are guaranteed a friendly smile and overly generous portions. This family-oriented restaurant is perfect for singles, couples, or entire families and loves to help celebrate special birthdays. Whether it is a corporate event, a Christmas party, or some other celebratory occasion, they are more than happy to host events.
Harborside Waterfront Dining
With superb service, sensational cuisine and a water edge setting, dining at the Harborside Waterfront restaurant involves more than simply teasing the taste buds with tantalizing treats. The atmospheric historic building in which this restaurant is located lends itself to the entire experience. Those who partake in exquisite flavours mixed with artisanal preparation will also be treated to a breath taking blue expanse of Tauranga Harbour. This husband-and-wife owned location promises cuisine professionals that have compassion for their trade. Here, at Harborside, you’re sure to feel like and be treated like family.
La Mexicana Cantina and Restaurant
Looking for somewhere fun with tasty, fresh Mexican food and beverages? Look no further than this restaurant on The Strand. La Mexicana Cantina and Restaurant features an authentic range of selections for spicy to non-spicy tastes – all inspired by true Mexican cuisine. Friends and family can enjoy good times in a relaxing environment with DJs, live performers, drink specials, and daily food specials. Book an event or just show up with a couple of friends. There are spaces for large groups or more intimate settings for couples. This is the perfect location for work functions, family get-togethers, and birthdays.
Phil’s Place
Who, you may ask, is Phil? The answer may surprise you. For a long time, AC/DC’s (the rock band) drummer, Phil Rudd, had a vision. A restaurant with a friendly staff, affordable prices, and fresh local food. With this Tauranga located restaurant, he has fulfilled a dream. Pre-and post-dinner drinks can be enjoyed at the bar or one of the tables in a main dining area that serves 65 restaurant goers. The interior setting is New York styled. With attentive service, a stunning marina view, and sumptuous décor, you will not soon forget your visit to Phil’s Place in Tauranga.
Brew Craft Beer Pub
If you’re looking for great pub food, local wine, and a place that specializes in craft beer from New Zealand, the Brew Craft Beer Pub is a favourite of both locals and visitors. Overlooking the harbour, this busy establishment is Croucher Brewing Company’s brainchild. When it comes to New Zealand craft beer, there are no less than 12 on tap and numerous bottled selections from which to choose. In addition to beer, however, head chef Dan Moore has created a pub food venue involving affordable but delicious gastropub selections. There are also craft ciders and excellent wines, for those searching for something other than a craft beer.
Little India
Here, there is an opportunity for those on the go to grab a little something from the Takeaway Menu. This menu is for those wanting a delivery or quick pick-up option. For those choosing to dine in, however, the regular menu includes North India dishes that are both delicious and authentic. The kitchen uses recipes, reportedly, from the owner’s grandmother.
Classic Flyers Museum
You’re likely saying, “But I was looking for a restaurant.” But this popular Tauranga attraction combines a bar, first class café, and an historic aviation museum for a truly unique setting. And they do it so successfully that it is one of the favourite stops in the area for fabulous food and great coffee.
The museum offers hands-on displays, outdoor interactive areas, three hangers of memorabilia, vintage and classic aircraft, and more. The café is also, of course, aviation themed and there is a souvenir shop for those wishing to take home reminders of their enjoyable day in one of Tauranga’s most one-of-a-kind attractions.
If the museum and café aren’t quite enough, treat yourself to a sight-seeing open cockpit ride in a bi-plane over Mt. Maunganui and Tauranga.
The Dry Dock Café
And while on the topic of great food, awesome service, and sensational coffee, we would be remiss if we failed to mention this beautiful café on Wharf Street. This café is not only customer oriented, they are environmentally aware using compostable, 100% biodegradable cups for their incredible coffee. In the heart of Tauranga, Roger, Sandra, and the rest of Dry Dock’s team welcome you to their home and serve you some of the best coffee and food available.
As you can see, there is no shortage of fine wine, beer, and cuisine throughout Tauranga, New Zealand, so be sure to sample as many as possible. You wouldn’t want to miss out on a single thing!