Location: Kumeu
Best European food near Kumeu, Auckland, North Island
Reviews on European food in Kumeu, Auckland, North Island. Kumeu is a affluent, rural community situated 25 km north-west of the Auckland City centre in New Zealand. State Highway 16 and the North Auckland Line pass through the town. Huapai lies to the west, Riverhead to the north, Whenuapai to the east, West Harbour to the south-east, and Taupaki to the south.
10. Huapai Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Jannine C
After spending the morning at the Woodhill Tree Adventures park, we needed to refuel our bodies and my husband suggested the Huapai Tavern as we were passing through. The food was delicious and very generous portions. A really friendly place and had a nice atmosphere. Worth a stop if you are passing by.
9. Goode Brothers NorthWest
Overall Ratings
4 based on 157 reviews
Reviewed By keithg547
Love this place, always good, have to try Mondays and Tuesdays all Pizzas and Pasta dishes $14.50 each Better book to be safe, this restaurant busy many other places dead on a Monday or Tuesday as they have no specials.Good thinking Goode Bros Always will come back Hi Keith, thanks for the great review and happy to hear you are taking us up on our early week specials, they are popular that is for sure
8. Carriages Cafe
Overall Ratings
3 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By Tintin4
We have driven past here for years - even been in the adjoining plant nursery but never actually gone in but as my teenage son has an interest in rail and we needed breakfast we decided to take a look. On this day it appeared bunting flags for a function were being put up but there was plenty of seating away from that. On entry the counter was unattended but that gave us time to decide what to have and when a staff member did appear they were on task but not what I would refer to as cheerful or welcoming. We decided to sit in a carriage that didnât have a play area - carriage appeared only slightly modified for cafe purpose, filled with historical photos and if you are interested you can look up the carriage manufacturer and user history online. Certainly reminded me of trips on the Tranzalpine train in the 1980s. Food and hot drinks arrived in a timely manner and were certainly good value and worthwhile. Generally a good experience - intend to visit more often now.
7. The Fireplace
Overall Ratings
3 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Tintin4
Were not sure what to expect as we have just moved into the area but must say we were impressed! Thoroughly recommend for steak meal - eye fillet was awesome. Cooked to request - good portion size - delicious. We will certainly be back - staff were great....all you would want for family meal out!
6. The Riverhead
Overall Ratings
4 based on 804 reviews
Dine on the deck this in summer with pleasant views overlooking the water. Our 'Landing Restaurant' offers delicious meals exceeding the expectations of a semi-rural tavern, served with iconic kiwi hospitality. Nestled on the shores of the upper Waitemata
Reviewed By Ronella007
Another Superb evening at the historic Riverhead Tavern. We elected to try the Sunday Roast which was beef. Roasted to perfection, the beef was moist, tender and delicious, accompanied by assorted root veg, broccolini, Yorkshire pudding and a yummy jus. We loved the presentation!!! Great value for money, the Roast comes with either a beer or a house wine. We ordered dessert separately, the sorbet (a trio of flavours) was amazing, and the Francipani/rhubarb tart fresh from the oven was pretty good too. With the sculpture and trees all lit up, the tide in on the river, such a pretty place to dine!Yes, it is pretty spectacular at night isn't it! I love it ...so glad you love the Sunday Roast Special. We've had a really good response to it, so it will probably be a keeper. See you again, kind regards Paula
5. That's Amore
Overall Ratings
4 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By StevenE1723
We've visited a couple of times since it opened and always loved the food. Last visit I had the stuffed pasta in a creamy pumpkin sauce which was stunning. They could do with warming the place up a bit on winter nights as it wasn't very cosy, but a great spot for dinner with friends and family.Also worth seeing their specials selection or looking or something a little different you wouldn't otherwise make at home.
4. Hallertau Brewery & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 375 reviews
A family owned and operated craft brewery and biergarten. Brewing the good stuff since 2004, Hallertau has always been an innovator in the NZ craft beer scene. A family and dog friendly destination with everything brewed and prepared from scratch onsite.
Reviewed By I-am-amy-nz
I know itâs a family friendly place, but kids should either be sitting at their tables or staying in the dedicated playground area. However they were running riot screaming throughout the restauarant the entire time we were there. Donât bother going here if you want a relaxing meal and drinks with friends. I will not be going back. Apparently itâs always like this at night. I imagine the day being the same. Very small pourings of wine compared to other bars. Service was good, food was nice. The blankets they provide if you sit outside are great.
3. Soljans Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 209 reviews
Family owned for three generations, Soljans Estate Winery & Cafe is located at the gateway to Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland's heritage wine region. Sample award-winning wines at the cellar door then enjoy exceptional New Zealand cuisine in the highly accla
Reviewed By on_the_go_98765
Our outstanding guide John (NZ WinePro) made arrangements for his tour group of 6 to dine in fine style at this really lovely winery. As we entered, a really massive (with a capital M) group of Viking cruise ship travelers were just leaving. How fortunate could we have been? The wine gods were certainly smiling on us this day. John called ahead to make all the menu arrangements (so as not to delay the rest of our day's plans) and we all had something a little different but everyone of us thoroughly enjoyed our very lovely plates of yummy-ness. No short-cuts, no pre-arranged buffet monkey-business, this was right off the menu with no reservations. Anthony Bourdain would have approved. We were served promptly, the quality and quantity were exceptional. Soljans does a great business and we were so fortunate not to be part of the cruise-ship herd (normally our traveling pack, I am embarrased to say) so this wonderful outing was even more memorable.Dear on_the_go_98765,I was very impressed with your review, you covered everything in a clear detailed way and I really enjoyed reading it. We are proud of what we offer and te see you write " lovely plates of yummy-ness" a great description I could not write better myself but I am sure make people take notice. John does a fantastic job of looking after his winery tour people and we like to add to the enjoyment by offering them our very special Soljan hospitality when they are here.We do get lots of Cruise ship groups visiting as you indicated and as everyone is special we do our best to give all groups their own space to enjoy the winery experience.Thank you for a great reviewRegardsTony
2. The Tasting Shed
Overall Ratings
4 based on 221 reviews
The Tasting Shed has one simple philosophy â a place where wine craves food. Expect to experience a unique environment where everything we are about is celebrating great food and wine pairings in a gorgeous wine country, less than half an hour outside of
Reviewed By cerka2019
Went there on Good Friday and was greeted by a sign at the entrance outlining that due to Good Friday alcohol sales restrictions, that guests ordering alcohol must purchase a minimum of 3 main sharing plates per couple. Also, there's a 15% surcharge.I get the surcharge but the minimum food ordering requirement was weird.In the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2002, section 47 states:The holder of an on-licence must ensure that no alcohol is sold or supplied on the premises on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, or Christmas Day, or before 1Â pm on Anzac Day, unless people who are present on the premises to dine. A person is not present on licensed premises to dine if he or she is there at a time (i)more than an hour before he or she starts (or is due to start) eating a meal; or (ii)more than an hour after he or she finishes eating a meal.Therefore, the definition of dining is related to the timing of a meal, not the size of it.Very disappointed that it seemed The Tasting Shed was misinterpreting the legislation and made it looked like a money grab to require guests order more food than they need, especially given the high prices, plus adding a 15% surcharge!Poor form.
1. Hallertau Brewery & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 375 reviews
A family owned and operated craft brewery and biergarten. Brewing the good stuff since 2004, Hallertau has always been an innovator in the NZ craft beer scene. A family and dog friendly destination with everything brewed and prepared from scratch onsite.
Reviewed By I-am-amy-nz
I know itâs a family friendly place, but kids should either be sitting at their tables or staying in the dedicated playground area. However they were running riot screaming throughout the restauarant the entire time we were there. Donât bother going here if you want a relaxing meal and drinks with friends. I will not be going back. Apparently itâs always like this at night. I imagine the day being the same. Very small pourings of wine compared to other bars. Service was good, food was nice. The blankets they provide if you sit outside are great.
