Location: Kaitaia
Top Restaurants in Kaitaia
Top 10 restaurants in Kaitaia, New Zealand
Kaitaia is a town in the Far North District of New Zealand, at the base of the Aupouri Peninsula, about 160 km northwest of Whangarei. It is the last major settlement on State Highway 1. Ahipara Bay, the southern end of Ninety Mile Beach, is 5 km west.
Things to do in Kaitaia
1. Beachcomber Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 299 reviews
Reviewed By Walkhome - Milton Keynes
Booked a celebratory birthday dinner and had requested a quiet table if possible. We were seated away from the hustle and bustle by the window. The food was exceptional and the service was friendly and helpful. And the wait staff even sang 'happy birthday' much to my wife's delight. A great restaurant with well prepared and tasty food and wonderful wait staff.
2. Bushmans Hut Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By Jess C
Bushmans was about the only place open when we were looking for a late dinner, and we are so glad for that.
They seated our party of 8 with a smile and helped us order.
The food was delicious and came in reasonable time.
If we were in Kaitaia again, we’d return.
3. Orana Motor Inn Kaitaia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By GOM1550 - Auckland, New Zealand
With my family we had a wonderful hoes cooked style meal which was more than we could eat. Everything cooked to perfection with very friendly and helpful service.
4. Sea Dragon Licensed Chinese Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Patricia T - Cable Bay, New Zealand
This restaurant has been recently renovated and its decor is well in keeping with its theme. Most appealing. Spacious and can seat large groups. The owner very friendly, great P.R. and very helpful.. The meal was absolutely amazing. Beautifully cooked . Four dishes among five of us for lunch and more than enough. Thoroughly recommend and will return.
5. Gecko Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 126 reviews
Situated in the centre of Kaitaia, with modern decor,we have Seating available indoors & out for up to 60 - 70 people. If you have a special occasion ie: birthday or business luncheon ect we have a private function room you can book. We roast our own coffee beans on site, and this is available for purchase. For those in a hurry, we have a wide selection of cabinet/counter foods, fresh salads made daily, mini chicken roll roasts, quiches, filo pastries, Panini, croissants, baking ect or you can order from our hot food selection Vegetarian or Creamy Chicken Fettuccini, Gourmet Burgers, Caesar Salad, Asian Chicken Salad, Steak sandwiches not to mention our weekly specials or Breakfast & Child Menu and now open for dinners wednesday thursday and friday from 5pm till 9pm!!
Reviewed By John13Turangi - Kerikeri, New Zealand
Regardless of where you are heading if you fine yourself in or close to Kaitaia, then this is a must, Breakfast, lunch. the choice, vegan, vegetarian, and especially catered for, as well as many other fares, the selection is extensive, and all prepared with fresh local ingredients. The staff are very helpful in helping you have a memorable experience. You could take hours to order, or come back again and again, as I do.
6. Bayview
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By 183MaryMack - Roscommon, Ireland
Stayed in Ahipara on 5/08/16, booked a table in the restaurant for that evening. Myself and my daughter and her 6 month old baby arrived at the restaurant, the staff member who greeted us was anything but friendly, she double checked to see if we actually had a reservation then reluctantly agreed we had. Despite the coldness of the staff and their attitude the food was excellent.
7. Kai Thai Takeaway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By BurtBerserk - Pecatu, Indonesia
This unassuming restaurant produces Thai Food of a very high caliber. They are balanced with their sugars (no overdependence on coconut sweetness, for instance) and their spicy options pack a flavorful punch. Noodle dishes arrive at the perfect texture (no overcooking), the beef salad is succulent and juicy, offset by the right amount of tartness and crunch. Generous portion sizes are worth the price.
Also, for cooks, they stock a small but useful collection of Thai ingredients (curry pastes, f/x) by the cash register.
8. North Indian Food Kaitaia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Davemurray08
My Favourite Indian Takeaways/Restaurant in the world! I always go and ask for the Lamb Saga with Garlic n Cheese Naan or Butter Chicken or Lamb Biryani, I love all the dishes. Friendly polite staff Latha and Prakesh the owners are really polite and friendly as well.
9. Birdies Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Greg P - Kaitaia, New Zealand
This is a great place to go -- just for one of their great coffees, or with just a snack, or for a full meal. All great and doesn't disappoint -- I've been here many, as I used to work in Kaitaia and it was my place -- to go alone or meet up with friends and/or work colleagues.
Service is very good (the 'senior' waitress is just lovely, a pleasure to talk to and very efficient). I have only downgraded Birdies to Very Good because of the ambiance --
the outside patio is nice although it looks on to a parking lot it is quite sunny; but inside is fairly stark, not enough on the walls to even dampen a a bit of a echo and the high ceiling doesn't 'seem' right for a cafe.
10. Karikari Estate
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 98 reviews
Karikari Estate is New Zealand's northernmost Vineyard and winery. Nestled on Northland's stunning Karikari Peninsula, the vineyard looks over the rolling coastal land of Carrington Farms, towards the top of the far north of New Zealand. Whether it's a tasting, a meal, or a weekend experience, Karikari Estate Vineyard and Winery is a whole new experience to savour and enjoy. Please note, that unfortunately pets are not allowed at the winery cafe.
Reviewed By Moss092014 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
We arrived over New Year without a booking and the waiting staff were very kind to find us a place. Service and food were superb but the view is my lasting memory. I sent photos to friends overseas so say 'look what we've got here' in little old New Zealand. We're a lucky country and it's places like Karikari that make it that way.
