Restaurants in Paihia

"Fresh food and excellent customer service !!!"

Nestled in Paihia, this bustling Chinese restaurant is celebrated for fresh seafood, oysters, roast duck and a generous buffet, with friendly staff an...

"Awesome yum pizza! One happy 12 year old :"

Nestled in a prime beachside location, this restaurant offers a mixed bag of dining experiences. While some patrons rave about the delicious pizzas an...

"Amazing food and views, lovely staff"

"Elegant restaurant, yummy food and friendly staff. Will recommend"

"Really great atmosphere and staff. Food was great too!"

Set in Paihia, this bustling dinner spot serves generous steaks, ribs and seafood platters with comforting chowder and indulgent desserts. Families ap...

"Service: Dine-in Meal Type: Lunch Price per person: NZ$70–80"

Tipsy Oyster is a stylish coastal hotspot blending inventive tapas and seafood — oysters, goat, lamb and sliders — with bold cocktails (notably popcor...

"Food: 3 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4"

Perched on the bay, this waterfront restaurant offers scenic views, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere, making it popular for lunch, dinner and...

"Bruh. This place is the bees-knees."

Cozy, lively burger bar that doubles as a neighborhood hangout, serving creative, mid-priced burgers (try the lamb, spicy veggie, or real-chicken brea...

"Two star rating only for location and timing of food to table. Otherwise a one star rating. Service was adequate, however. Ordered Fish of the Bay and..."

This casual Paihia spot serves bold, affordable Asian and Indian dishes—pad Thai, butter chicken, tom yum, prawns and honey duck earn praise—plus quir...

Wheelchair Accessible, Draught Kingfisher beer, Table service, Cute plating

"Great service great food!!! Highly recommended"

Terra stands out as a remarkable dining destination in Paihia, celebrated for its stunning ambiance and attentive service. While some diners have note...

"Outstanding Service: Dine in Price per person: NZ$50–60 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Tomahawk Steak and Eggs"

"This is the top restaurant in town! The atmosphere perfectly captures the coastal vibe, and the staff are incredibly friendly. Every dish we tried was..."

"The best fish and chips we've had in a long time."

A beloved family-run takeaway in Haruru delivers standout fish, burgers, fried chicken and buffalo wings with generous portions, crisp chips and walle...

"Rooms: 4 Service: 5 Location: 4 Hotel highlights: Great value"

Perched near Paihia’s waterfront, this modestly priced property blends tidy, spacious rooms and warm, attentive service with practical, family-friendl...

"Really good coffee Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5"

Tucked near Paihia’s pier, this small café is beloved for friendly staff, excellent coffee and hearty breakfasts—think eggs Benedict, bagels and waffl...

"Best seafood chowder you'll ever find"

Once touted as a local waterfront eatery, this restaurant has generated serious safety and hospitality concerns. Reports describe aggressive staff beh...

"I visited this restaurant with my friends and had an excellent experience. The server was very friendly and incredibly helpful. I ordered the butter c..."

"I absolutely adore this cafe. It has a lovely atmosphere and is family and dog-friendly. The vegan options are incredible - I've tried the Goer Crunch..."

"The restaurant offers a separate fryer for gluten-free options, but it's important to ask for it. We enjoyed some great dishes, including the fries an..."

"I had to choose between pizza and a starter, so I opted for the crispy sesame tofu salad. The waitress commented that it was odd that the only vegan o..."