North Island, New Zealand Food Guide: 10 New Zealand food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Palmerston North

May 6, 2020 Tonie Szymanski

Reviews on New Zealand food in Palmerston North, North Island, New Zealand. Motto(s): Palmam Qui Meruit Ferat
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10. Cafe Zest

45 Ruahine Street, Palmerston North 4414 New Zealand Cafe, European, New Zealand Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol [email protected] +64 22 436 3576
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5 based on 50 reviews

Cafe Zest

Reviewed By bridget_kiwi

This is my favourite cafe in Palmerston North! The baristas somehow manage to remember the coffee orders of their large number of regular customers, and the coffee is always delicious. I also love the food and beer on offer. Everything is served with a smile. I can't fault it!

9. Brew Union Brewing Company

39-41 Broadway Avenue and 78 King Street, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand Bar, Pizza, Pub, New Zealand Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi, Live Music [email protected] +64 6-280 3146 http://www.brewunion.co.nz
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4 based on 162 reviews

Brew Union Brewing Company

Brew Union Brewing Co is a family friendly microbrewery, bar and eatery in the heart of Palmerston North. Alongside fresh house brewed beers we have a changing selection of beers and ciders from independent breweries and cider houses across the country. O

Reviewed By alanmcgrathnz

The perfect place for a mid week informal get together with grown family members. Our server Matt looked after us brilliantly and went above and beyond to ensure my wife's dietary needs were not only met but fantastically so. Off menu dishes prepared specifically for her that were amazing! Great job Brew Union.

8. The Elm Cafe

283 Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand Cafe, European, New Zealand Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +64 6-355 4418 http://elmcafe.co.nz
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4 based on 223 reviews

The Elm Cafe

Reviewed By josephrI7944GA

Well located in Fitzherbert Ave close to the bridge on way out of town towards Massey University. Small parking area on site plus roadside parking. Great outside eating area for sunny days plus smallish eating area inside. Furnishings appear dated now but restaurant area clean and tidy as it ablution area. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable and were quick to serve. Menu was not huge but definitely something for everybody I had the Vietnamese Shinko Mushroom soup and my wife had a well filled panini. The restaurant is obviously popular given the amount of diners in the restauraunt and the amount of reserved tables. Great for business meetings or end of year parties. Not so well set up for children but I dont see that as a drawback.Enjoyed our lunch in a good warm atmosphere. Jo

7. Bethanys

32A The Square, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand Cafe, European, New Zealand Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +64 6-351 6322 http://www.bethanys.co.nz
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4 based on 302 reviews

Bethanys

Reviewed By Levinite70

Had a business meeting and had seen Bethany's but never been so thought lets try it.From the minute we walked in the staff where very friendly and attentive.The menu had great variety of choices and the food was stunning. Very good serving sizes.Atmosphere was nice and breezy with great lighting. Very enjoyable time with great food. What more could you ask for!

6. Barista

59 George Street City Centre, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand Cafe, European, New Zealand Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Takeout, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +64 6-357 2614 http://www.barista.co.nz
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4 based on 443 reviews

Barista

Open every day 8.00AM - 11.00PM Cafe by day, Bistro by night with Art and Music themes in the popular George Street boutique shopping area near the theatres, Te Manawa Art Gallery & museum, NZ Rugby Museum, City Council Chambers, Convention Centre and the

Reviewed By ria005

I have been to Barista for brunch/lunch on many occasions and am never disappointed. Delicious food, wonderful coffee and great service, even when they are busy. Recently I had my first dinner experience at Barista and I was equally impressed. Lovely atmosphere. One of my favourite places to eat in Palmy

5. Cafe Brie

218 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North 4414 New Zealand French, Cafe, European, New Zealand, Contemporary Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service [email protected] +64 6-355 5282 http://www.facebook.com/cafebrieonbroadway/
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4 based on 314 reviews

Cafe Brie

Reviewed By 20carolj

The French flag is flying with a few cafe style table and chairs outside and on entering the staff are very welcoming.snd friendly with smiles to pocket!The cafe has a large selection of food available and their Brioche is a must , but you need to be there early as these go very fast.Great cafe.

4. Aberdeen

161 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand Steakhouse, European, New Zealand, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wheelchair Accessible [email protected] +64 6-952 5570 http://www.aberdeenonbroadway.co.nz
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4 based on 651 reviews

Aberdeen

Reviewed By Verranator

Every time I visit I think, “this has got the be the best steak I’ve ever had”. They also have amazing starters (the bruschetta is very good). Also has great lamb, fish and vegetarian options that the group I was with highly rated. And my experience of the service has been excellent.Excellent bar to meet clients or friends before your meal, and it caters for private or business functions. Set menu options also make this great for larger business groups as I’ve experienced on previous occasions.Highly recommend.

3. Table 188

2 The Square Cnr The Square and Coleman Mall, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand European, New Zealand, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +64 6-353 0076 http://www.facebook.com/Table188KitchenAndBar
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4 based on 279 reviews

Table 188

Reviewed By LJCbusiness

We stumbled across this unexpected treasure while in Palmy on business. Loved everything about it - the beautiful environment and atmosphere, can’t-do-enough-for-you owners and rating-worthy menu. 10/10 and will definitely go back for seconds! Thank you

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2. Nero Restaurant

36 Amesbury Street, Palmerston North 4410 New Zealand European, New Zealand Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +64 6-354 0312 http://www.cafenero.co.nz/
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4 based on 473 reviews

Nero Restaurant

We met at periwinkles restaurant many years ago, both young, passionate and enthusiastic trainee chefs. One qualified, we opened our first restaurant 'Vasseur on Broadway' a successful boutique 35 seat restaurant which we owned and ran for 10 years. In 20

Reviewed By hillviewvet87

We attended Nero’s the other night for a work meeting and socialisation, and what a great place. The staff looked after us intently, and the owner made herself available to assist with anything we needed for the evening.The food was great, fantastic wine menu and great food as always!

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1. The Strong Room

52 Fergusson Street, Feilding 4702 New Zealand European, New Zealand, Pub, Gastropub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Live Music [email protected] +64 6-323 0300 http://thestrongroom.co.nz
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4 based on 172 reviews

The Strong Room

Fast, fresh fabulous food, with friendly faces! Come and join us. Areas for every occasion. Mezzanine Function Room upstairs, private bank vault dining downstairs and restaurant in between. Perfectly located bang slap in the middle of Feilding. Join us, w

Reviewed By palmly

Ordered the Angus Eye Fillet from the Grill, medium rare. Cooked to absolute perfection, literally no effort to cut it and so, so tender, you’ll want to give this a go.Tapas and sharing dishes also offer. Would definitely go back just for the steak. Highly recommended.

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