The 10 Best Food & Drink in Waikato Region, North Island

December 7, 2021 Osvaldo Hartline

Waikato (/ˈwaɪkɑːtɔː/ or /ˈwaɪkætoʊ/) is a local government region of the upper North Island of New Zealand. It covers the Waikato, Hauraki, Coromandel Peninsula, the northern King Country, much of the Taupo District, and parts of Rotorua District. It is governed by the Waikato Regional Council.
Restaurants in Waikato Region

1. Purangi Estate Limited

501 Purangi Road R.d1, Cooks Beach, Whitianga 3591 New Zealand +64 22 639 1308 [email protected] http://www.purangi.co.nz/
Excellent
91%
Good
9%
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5.0 based on 100 reviews

Purangi Estate Limited

The Purangi Winery was established in 1985 the 37th Winery in New Zealand. The Evans Family who moved from Hong Kong were welcomed as settlers by the district in 1966. Our products are made in the traditional manner with purest ingredients hence the company name Purangi Estate Ltd or "PurEst". In 2009 we built a wood fired pizza oven and launched the Purangi Winery Pizzeria which has been more and more popular. We produce many of the ingredients for the pizzas, making the pesto and pizza sauce and using a wide range of fresh herbs and vegetables from our garden. Our bar in the Coromandel invites you to enjoy all our homemade products: Cider, Wines, Long Drinks and (in winter) Mulled Wine as well as a wide range of national and international beers. Relax in our family friendly environment. WE ARE IN THE PROGRESS OF RELOCATING AND ARE NOT OPEN UNTILE FURTHER NOTICE!

2. Coromandel Distilling Company

715 Pollen Street, Thames 3500 New Zealand +64 210 299 0399 https://www.corodc.com/
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Coromandel Distilling Company

3. Hamilton Farmers' Market

Brooklyn Road Gate 3 Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton 3216 New Zealand +64 22 639 1995 [email protected] http://www.waikatofarmersmarkets.co.nz
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Hamilton Farmers' Market

Hamilton Farmers' Market is the only authentic Farmers' Market in Hamilton. Meaning that all vendors must be the growers, bakers, coffee roasters etc. Established in 2006, this market has recently moved to a large refurbished horse barn at the back of the Claudelands Events centre so hail, rain or shine it is a great place to purchase fresh meat, fish, vegetables and quality baking etc.

4. Brewaucracy

34 Mahana Road, Hamilton 3200 New Zealand +64 7-282 0254 [email protected] http://brewaucracy.co.nz
Excellent
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Brewaucracy

Come for a visit, take a tour, taste our range, and fill a flagon to take away! Making traditional (and sometimes less traditional) styles with integrity and heart. Our taproom is a space which is an extension of our brewery. It's designed for sampling our beers as fresh as they can possibly be. It's here so you can see where and how the beer you're drinking was made and even talk to the brewer

Reviewed By Kiaoraall - Hamilton, New Zealand

My husband arrived home a couple of years ago and said - there is a tap room opening 2 blocks from work, being a male of a certain age the terms craft beer and tap room were most exciting! This isn't a bar or pub, its really is a proper tap room, you are sitting next to the vats, the brewer himself (or his equally on to it wife) serves you and is so friendly and chatty, my husband says he feels like Norm from Cheers when he pops in, which is now a compulsory Friday after work visit and most Saturdays for lunch at the ever changing food truck. These food trucks offer great variety of cuisines. The drink selection is excellent and ever changing - I know any beer my husband says is great, I will not like, as I don't have a palate for craft beer, but there are so many other options such as guest cider, great wine and non alc. selection - the current Pink Tide brew is something to be tried. I also note very kid and dog friendly. Recommend a visit

5. Taupo Brewery

135 Tongariro Street Downstairs Rear of the Trout Shoppe, Taupo 3330 New Zealand +64 7-929 8570 [email protected] http://www.craftytrout.co.nz/brewery
Excellent
86%
Good
14%
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Taupo Brewery

Your BREWERY EXPERIANCE is lead by our Brewmaster and describes the evolution of beer, how our beer is made and what makes our SMARTBREW(TM) system the first of its kind. He will also cover how to taste beer and match to food. Irreverent, Irrelevant, Irrefutable, Irrational, Irritating, Irresponsible and Irregular. Expect a politically incorrect view on Brewing and its place in World Peace, Politics and other

Reviewed By Oopswrongemail

Every time I visited this beautiful country, I made certain I would stop in at the Taupo Brewery. During my first visit, 2015, I met the owner. He was incredibly receptive to welcoming me and sharing the Brewery’s history as well as pertinent information about New Zealand. I was fortunate enough to visit the next couple years, and I was surprised when he recognized me. The selection of adult beverages available will cover anyone’s taste, and don’t forget to get some to go! And, the food is made as is the brews, perfectly! Looking forward to my next trip to NZ!

6. Mercury Bay Estate

761 A Purangi Road Cooks Beach, Whitianga 3591 New Zealand +64 7-866 4066 [email protected] http://www.mercurybayestate.co.nz
Excellent
59%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
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4%
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4.5 based on 256 reviews

Mercury Bay Estate

Boutique Vineyard & Restaurant located above Cooks Beach & over looking the beautiful Mercury Bay. Offering a selection of estate grown wines and matched with high quality Italian style food in a casual & relaxed setting.

Reviewed By Ernesthc - Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

We tasted eight wines in total. We enjoyed them all and the Pinot Noir was superb. We had the cheese platter to accompany the wines and it too was first-class. Our table gave us fine views. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

7. The New Zealand Cheese School

2 Neal St, Putaruru 3411 New Zealand +64 7-883 8239 [email protected] http://www.newzealandcheeseschool.co.nz
Excellent
87%
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

The New Zealand Cheese School

Cheesemaking activities We specialize in private group bookings, with small or large group sizes. We can customise an activity for your needs and budget. Cheesemaking demonstrations Cheese talk and taste Hands on cheesemaking practical workshops. Corporate Team Building activities. Prices typically range from $10 to $125 per person

8. Cathedral Cove Shuttle

Excellent
67%
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Cathedral Cove Shuttle

On request transport transfer shuttle tours to top spots including Cathedral Cove & Hot water Beach all in one day. Bubbles&Brew tours to local winery, vineyard & breweries. Highly recommended for hen/stag do's. Wedding guest transfers. Reservations available on web page or allaboutwhitianga via BOOKIT button. Further enquires 0274225899

9. Taupo Market

Redoubt Street upper Riverside Park, Taupo 3377 New Zealand +64 27 306 6167 [email protected] http://www.taupomarket.kiwi.nz
Excellent
33%
Good
57%
Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 49 reviews

Taupo Market

the Taupo Market is a must do activity when in town on a Saturday - this vibrant and well-organized Market is ever changing and has something for everyone - fresh fruit and vege, great coffee, sausages, garden art, baby wear, paintings, carvings, wind chimes, belts, plants and seedlings, preserves and the yummiest baking, baskets, jewellery and clothing, fruit wine and honey. and, and, and ... there is lots of seating - you can listen to popular music - talk to the vendors and make new friends The Taupo Market - be inspired ...

Reviewed By Lynleyfish - Cambridge, New Zealand

This is the first time we visited this market and are wondering why it has taken us so long!! We are from out of town but have often visited on weekends in the past 18 months, enough to warrant going. There are some very good stalls with plenty of variety for birthday and Christmas gift ideas. One particular stall has cheap greenstone pendants, the cheapest I have seen for a long time. I am super-happy with my purchase there. There is plenty of sinful food to eat, including churros and donuts. There is no shelter from the weather elements, so be sure to dress accordingly and/or bring an umbrella. We will be back for sure!!

10. Thames Market

Pollen Street, Thames 3500 New Zealand +64 7-868 9841 https://www.facebook.com/Thames-Market-267343257084/timeline
Excellent
42%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Thames Market

Street market operating every Saturday from 8am - 12pm with stalls offering veggies, fruit, many of them organic, plants, flowers, arts, crafts, collectibles, and fine food.

Reviewed By connies591 - Cairns, Australia

Thames markets are held every Saturday. Markets are filled with books, bric a brack, plants, food stalls,and anything you can imagine. Well worth a visit

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