Top Restaurants in Bay of Islands
Top Things to do in Bay of Islands
Top 10 restaurants in Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Discover the best restaurant in Bay of Islands, New Zealand including The Gables Restaurant, Marsden Estate Winery, Omata Estate Vineyard, Provenir, Cafe Jerusalem, GREENS, Curry King Indian And Thai Cuisine, Food at Wharepuke, Ake Ake Vineyard Restaurant, Chang Siam Thai Restaurant
Things to do in Bay of Islands
1. The Gables Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 866 reviews
New Zealand's oldest operating Restaurant, The Gables offers fine food and wine in a stunning waterfront setting.
Reviewed By Karen C - Auckland, New Zealand
We have been to the gables restaurant now for 18 years and never been disappointed. Great friendly service with excellent food with a stunning view over the water. Book early as you may not get a table.
2. Marsden Estate Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 292 reviews
Reviewed By Jill J - Kerikeri, New Zealand
The food, the service and the setting were all wonderful.
Two of us had the fresh snapper served with green beans and ginger chilli and lovely sauce.
My husband had mussels cooked in chorizo broth.
All meals perfect.
Topped off with their delicious rosé, perfectly chilled.
We will go again.
3. Omata Estate Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Boutique wine growing on a sunny peninsular in Russell. Casual style eatery serving gourmet local produce platters and wood fired pizzas to complement our wines. We also have a cellar door offering wine tastings & sales, panoramic ocean and vineyard views. Vineyard & bush walk on offer if you want to take a stroll after lunch.
Reviewed By Justonetripatatime - Auckland, New Zealand
A great place to eat, drink, relax and enjoy the view.
It is quite a drive down from the main road down an unsealed road to get to the winery and restaurant, but well worth the drive. The location is beautiful - tables overlooking the vines across to the bay beyond. The food was delicious - a lovely selection of gourmet pizzas or tasty platters, and of course the wine was a perfect match.
A great way to spend an afternoon.
4. Provenir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 319 reviews
Provenir is a modern local restaurant with a seasonally driven menu. The centre of the restaurant is the kitchen where ingredient quality is non-negotiable. Provenir emphasises the age old formula of simple ingredients cooked well, freshness with a sense of energy, a little bit theatrical, true to life with quality and a story. Hand made, artisanal, from farm to chef. We know our farmers, fisherman, wine makers & growers; from Rod McDonald with his Quarter Acre stunning Syrah, to Bill French who raises our Perendale Lamb, they are just a few of our team. Head Chef - Marcus Berndt
Reviewed By keith h - new york
breakfast was great and the wait and kitchen staff really accommodated our requests.. I think dinner would probably be good there but I did not try it
5. Cafe Jerusalem
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
Reviewed By beautmusic - Dargaville, New Zealand
Our small family loved Cafe Jerusalem. Situated in a very leafy arcade next to several other restaurants - the waitress even said that we could get food for the 3-year-old from one of the other restaurants if there was nothing suitable on their menu - it's similar to Whangarei's excellent Fat Camel in its Mediterranean/Jewish food. Both healthy and tasty and of course easy to order a whole lot of small plates to share. The pita was fresh and warm (and there was plenty of it), the rice was saffron, the falafels were small tasty balls while we also had large spicy falafel-like things that I can't remember the name of. The spicy soup was delicious and helped clear up my head cold! This was an all-round top experience and the food came out very quickly (which really helps when you're got an easily bored 3-year-old).
6. GREENS
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 854 reviews
We have been one of Paihia’s most popular restaurants since 2006 serving the finest Thai cuisine under the name ‘THAI GARDEN CAFÉ’ now rebranded as ‘GREENS’. Keeping the same Thai chefs, we are proud to announce that we have introduced full Indian meal, which will be served by a new team of highly experienced Indian Chefs.Lovingly prepared, authentic Thai and Indian cuisine, with a few surprisingly Kiwi twists – that’s what we have on menu at GREEN’S. With a wonderful mix of Thai and Indian dishes, you will enjoy the fusion of spice and flavour. From traditional dishes like Pad-Thai to Indian Butter Masala Chicken and new fish dishes which are closely guarded, using the finest quality ingredients is the speciality at GREENS.At GREEN’S, the dining experience is as important as the food itself. Take a seat in our modern and stylish water-front restaurant, and enjoy great service from our waiting staff.Whether here for lunch, dinner or a private function, enjoy an atmosphere that combines the Indo-Thai warmth with the friendliness Paihia is famed for.
Reviewed By Karen D - UK
We visited here twice on the recommendation of our accommodation hosts. Both times delicious food, both Indian and Thai. The owner was very hospitable and prices were very reasonable.
7. Curry King Indian And Thai Cuisine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
We pride ourselves on providing you with a great tasting meal, in a relaxed environment.
Reviewed By londonshoes
Would heartily recommend the lunch tine specials here. For 10 dollars you get a good plate of curry, rice and Nan.
The food was tasty and particularly enjoyed the generous amount of chicken in the Jalfraezi which was perfectly spiced and really enjoyable.
Staff were great and waiter was friendly and nicely chatty. Will definitely go back again. Best value lunch I've had in Kerikeri.
8. Food at Wharepuke
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 713 reviews
Reviewed By Arden O - Eugene, Oregon
We stayed at the hotel here, and were very surprised that a restaurant named “Food” could produce such consistently excellent and varied fare. In short, other than breakfast, you could survive nicely here for quite a while without getting in your car. We chose to eat here repeatedly over our three day stay, sampling among other things two curry dishes, the salads, a fish special, and their filet. All were very tasty, and the friendly service and unusual tropical environment made this a very memorable visit.
9. Ake Ake Vineyard Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 335 reviews
Reviewed By Cathy G - Portland, Oregon
We made the trip here yesterday to do some wine tasting and have lunch. We enjoyed tasting the variety of wines, and of course had a bottle with our lunch. The dining room setting is lovely. We were looking out over one of the vineyards, but undercover from the rain. We all loved our meals, including the coffee and desserts. The service was great as well. Would definitely recommend this place.
10. Chang Siam Thai Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Chang Siam Thai Restaurant is set in beautiful countryside in Kerikeri and is just a few minutes walk from the 'world famous in Kerikeri' Rainbow Falls. The Head Chef grew up cooking with his mum in Thailand and he and his Thai team create the most delicious authentic Thai cuisine. The chefs blend authentic Thai flavours to create sensational dishes and offer a “chef’s special” menu, which is immensely popular. There is an extensive vegetarian section and also Thai dishes for young adults. The extensive wine list is professionally matched to Thai food and is competitively priced. Lunches, takeaway and dinners available every day except Tuesday.Service is a top priority for the whole team and the restaurant has already become widely known for both its outstanding food and attentive (but not intrusive) staff. The whole atmosphere is enhanced by a pleasant décor, live jazz music on Friday nights.
Reviewed By WOLTA123 - Auckland, New Zealand
Ordered takeaways for 6 adults. We all had different meals and our order was large. From the lady who took our order, to the wait time (only 25mins) and the food itself, we couldn't fault it. Will definitely be back again! A+ and big thumbs up!
