Location: Greymouth
Top Restaurants in Greymouth
Top Things to do in Greymouth
Greymouth Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Greymouth
Greymouth (/ˈɡreɪmaʊθ/) (Māori: Māwhera) is the largest town in the West Coast region in the South Island of New Zealand, and the seat of the Grey District Council. The population of the whole Grey District is 13,500, which accounts for 42% of the West Coast's inhabitants. The Greymouth urban area had an estimated population of 9,690 (June 2017). The District Council expects growth of 1.5% per year between 2006 and 2016.
Things to do in Greymouth
1. Bonzai Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 149 reviews
Established in 1982 the Bonzai has been under new management since June 2015. Now known as the Bonzai Cafe, it still provides all the old favourites, great pizza's and some of the best coffee to be found on the Coast. We've been continuing to improve the range of food available and extended our evening dining menu. We pride ourselves on excellent house made meals and good old West Coast service. All our produce is freshly baked and prepared on site. We make all our own cakes, pies, breads and savouries.
Reviewed By James H - Bettendorf, Iowa
The Four Seasons pizza sounded like a great choice since you could choose 4 ingredients to your liking. After eating some fabulous pizzas in NZ I did not expect to be eating one that used some kind of weird cheese and looked like they forgot the tomato sauce base. I did not eat much of it before leaving the Bonzai behind in search of some dinner elsewhere. Also, I am not sure why the servers have to be reminded of your order with such items as a glass of ice for your drink or a straw. Poor service, bad food - - - two clues that you should dine elsewhere.
2. Steamers Carvery & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By Sharon M - Melbourne, Australia
Stopped in for lunch en route and found this in amongst the central area of Greymouth (not a lot here)
Very country atmosphere and hubby had a mixed roast which was impressive! As a coeliac there were no GF options which is always disappointing but after discussing I decided on nachos as they appeared safe. Delicious! Best nachos I've had in ages albeit a little different from the norm.
Don't be put off by the exterior go in for a delicious meal.
3. Speight's Ale House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 611 reviews
Pouring great ales and serving good wholesome food everyday from 12.00pm.
Reviewed By Stu151 - Wickford, United Kingdom
On a wet dreary day in Greymouth we found Speight's Ale House. It was near the hotel, and it looked “decent”
It fits the bill, it has an excellent range of (good) beers, straightforward, nicely good food, good sized portions, reasonable prices, and (very) helpful staff.
It's not going to win awards as the best restaurant in New Zealand, that's not what it about - it's good food at sensible prices.
What more can I add ?
4. Ali's Eating & Drinking
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 377 reviews
Ali's is a relaxed, welcoming cafe with a great toy box. Check out our specials board - it changes daily. We are famous for our Pie Day Friday! Our menu is family friendly and affordable. Atomic is our coffee of choice. <br>We are open Mon-Sat 9am to 8:30pm (our kitchen is closed 3pm to 5pm)<br>Sunday 9am to 3pm.<br><br>Come and say hi!
Reviewed By trevorjmorrison - Greymouth, New Zealand
Ali's is a modest, friendly restaurant that opens out onto Greymouth's new town squatre.Decor is comfortable, not upmarket. My brother and I ate there in March 2018 for his birthday. Wine list adequate but not exciting.
My smoked chicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes was excellent, but my brother said the Thai seafood green curry he ate was one of the best dishes he had ever eaten, anywhere - and he has lived many years in Melbourne, Australia, with it's wealth of good restaurants. So, yes, if you are in Greymouth, try Ali's and you are unlikely to be disappointed.
5. Raceway Carvery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 28 reviews
located in Union Hotel
Reviewed By WanderingFarmer - Payson, Utah
We stopped in while staying in Graymouth, during our drive. It's a buffet style and some items on the menu the cook to order. My medium rare steak was well done. On the bright side the price is right.
6. Priya Indian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By hproxnz - Christchurch, New Zealand
Came here on a whim after being disappointed with another restaurant around the corner.
Good service overall and good prices also. I am always keen to try new paneer dishes and tried a Shahi Paneer which was delicious. we also had bhaji’s and poppadoms to start which came with a good amount of sauce for each.
It’s a bit dated and could do with a little bit more modernising but nothing to worry about.
We finished with the mango ice cream that was actually only vanilla ice cream with a mango sauce - would have liked the actual flavour of the ice cream to be mango but still yummy.
Would recommend for anyone visiting.
7. Buccleugh's on High
Overall Ratings
4 based on 463 reviews
Buccleugh's On High is a stand alone restaurant but part of the Recreation Hotel. Diners can eat in the restaurant but also have the option of eating off the restaurant menu in our lively and clean bar.
Reviewed By Peter C - Wellington, New Zealand
Visited with a small tour group for dinner and also breakfast while staying at Colerain Motel across the road. The group had a pre-dinner drink at the bar and all enjoyed themselves. I had steak for dinner and thought it excellent. The atmosphere in the restaurant was very good while the service was excellent. Staff were polite and professional. My continental breakfast the following morning was equally enjoyable although more subdued. A great place to dine.
8. DP1
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By Chilham2 - Wellington, New Zealand
Best coffee in Greymouth, cool vibe in the café too, very friendly staff so an excellent experience, definitely recommended
9. Rapahoe Beachfront Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By Ken J
Beaut... Fab food..good service...mmcold beers...nice dog.....good looking girls ...great views.....good to review on life and have a smoke
10. Freddys cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By camdeneggcups - Sydney, Australia
The whole experience was chaotic from start to finish.
I asked what vegetables were in the Veggie soup and the answer "veggies" came back from the server. Not helpful.
Long story short: ordered food, restaurant had around five or six other people in it, waited half hour for food, saw others take their hot drinks, which were cold, back to the girl to remake...
Then I caught a glimpse of the kitchen as the door was propped open. Dirty, used tea towels strewn about the place and litter on the floor.
We left having paid 30aud for our food. There was no way I was eating anything out of that kitchen.
Felt like a bunch of amateurs were running this place. We went next door to another cafe.
