Tinui Cafe

European, Seafood, Coffee
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Tinui Cafe

Tinui Cafe
4.3 / 5 (2114 reviews)

Description

Tīnui is a cosy country pub that pairs fresh, clean interiors with hearty, well-priced fare — standout burgers, steak and legendary hash browns — and a welcoming, local atmosphere. Live sport and motorcycle-friendly parking add to its road-trip appeal, while owners and staff are praised for personable service. A few guests report occasional brusque reception and a limited menu as it evolves, but most visitors find the food, value and friendly vibe worth the stop on the way to Castle Point.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: tina

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★ 4.3 / 5 from 2114 reviews
trentyz
11.01.2024

What an awesome spot tucked away on the way to castle point. We ended up just coming for a drink/toilet stop but had a great chat with the owners who were setting up for the rugby later that night. Genuinely lovely people and if we didn’t have to be in Wellington that night, I would have loved to stay longer.

gary-esler
11.01.2024

On a MR2 run to Castlepoint and stopped in for lunch. Lovely meals at great prices and friendly helpful staff. Happy to recommend.

alastair-mcilhone
11.01.2024

Friendly staff, nice food and beer, warm climate, fun roads

tina-nixon-fish6479
14.01.2025

Nice wee place for a,night off from cooking Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

air-water-land-limit
14.01.2025

Over the past 3 years I've enjoyed at least 3 fantastic pub lunches and relaxing catchups with members of Patriots Defence Force Motorcycle Club. Lots of Motorcycle Parking and sunshine each visit. Our next monthly ride is scheduled to stop in March 2025. Chuuuuurs!! Jayse RC Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Menu

  • Breads

    Housemade Herb & Parmesan Bread
    Housemade Herb & Parmesan Bread
  • Mains

    Prime Hereford 300G Scotch Fillet
    Prime Hereford 300G Scotch Fillet
    Panko Crumbed Blue Cod
    Panko Crumbed Blue Cod
  • Desserts

    Almond & Brown Sugar Spiced Meringues
    Almond & Brown Sugar Spiced Meringues
    Pistachio, Cranberry & Chocolate Terrine
    Pistachio, Cranberry & Chocolate Terrine
  • Antipasti

    Housemade Garlic Bread
    Housemade Garlic Bread

FAQ

The restaurant offers the opportunity to experience sports events on a TV / screen.

The restaurant is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physical limitations.

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