North Island, New Zealand Food Guide: 7 European food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Paihia

February 25, 2020 Giuseppe Pratt

Discover Restaurants offering the best European food in Paihia, North Island, New Zealand. If you long to explore New Zealand’s beautiful Bay of Islands, Paihia makes a wonderful base. Known as “the Jewel of the Bay Islands,” this seaside town has golden beaches, lovely coastal walking trails and waterfalls, and a colorful population of local birds. Paihia also holds an important role in the country’s history. It was here, after a century of conflict between indigenous Maori tribes and Western settlers, that peace was finally made and the groundbreaking Treaty of Waitangi was signed.
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7. Sage @ Paroa Bay Winery

31 Otamarua Rd, Russell 0272 Drive past Paroa Bay Winery on your left and you will see SAGE on your right, Russell 0272 New Zealand Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Highchairs Available [email protected] +64 9-403 8270 http://www.paroabay.com/sage
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4 based on 100 reviews

Sage @ Paroa Bay Winery

Breath taking views overlooking the Bay of Islands matched with top Mediterranean cuisine and our own wines grown and made onsite. Outdoor and indoor seating. Vegetarian options available.

Reviewed By xiabuxiabu

Beautiful location,impeccable service,delicious food and wine. A magical evening at this amazing restaurant. Great service with wonderful staff. I can’t say enough about Sage. Not inexpensive but worth every dollar.Truely memorable.

6. Ti Bay Cafe & Bakery

144 Marsden Road, Paihia 0200 New Zealand American, Cafe, European Breakfast, Lunch [email protected] +64 9-402 6893
Ti Bay Cafe & Bakery

Enjoy homemade pies, fresh sandwiches or toasts as an all-day breakfast or lunch with a beverage such as frappé, smoothie, coffée (hot/cold) or Italian sodá in front of an open breach view.

Reviewed By Nicholas C

Besides being next to our hotel, this is a good place for breakfast. There's a wide offering for such a small outlet. Hot breakfast like eggs benedict, e.t.c. hot pastries, cakes, and sandwiches at very reasonable prices (for New Zealand). Oh, and a selection of coffee and tea of course. We ate here twice during our stay in Paihia.

5. Patois /'Patwa:/

24 Kings Road, Paihia 0200 New Zealand European, New Zealand, Polynesian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/PatoisPaihia/
Patois /'Patwa:/

| Bar & Kitchen | | Courtyard Dining along with Lounge/Dinning Indoors | Casual Atmosphere | Classic Cocktails and In House Cocktails | Rotating New Zealand Wine and Selected New Zealand/ International Beer | Tapas, Burgers, Bar food and other delicious t

Reviewed By Robinjyates

Looking at the menu caused more confusion than guidance. This is a restaurant/bar for the adventurous with most of the items being originals from a family of experienced and widely traveled chiefs. Bits from here , bits from there blended together over years of practical experience. There were 4 of us so we all had something different and swapped about. It was all good with all manor of ingredients that none of us had dreamed of combined before. The service was excellent and in response to our many questions the the chief came out and explained the origins of the dishes we were eating.Next time we are in the Bay we will eat there again.

4. Nikau Restaurant

Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands 358 Seaview Road, Paihia 0200 New Zealand New Zealand, European, Contemporary, Fusion, Soups Breakfast, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Seating, Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +64 9-402 7826 http://www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz/locations/new-zealand/paihia/scenic-hotel-bay-of-islands/restaurant-and-bar/nikau-restaurant-breakfast-menu
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4 based on 31 reviews

Nikau Restaurant

Located within the Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands the Nikau restaurant offers true New Zealand cuisine and wines served with traditional "kiwi hospitality". The menu is predominantly a la carte with occaisional buffet dinners offered.A relaxing house bar adj

Reviewed By faleolo11

Was welcomed by friendly staff.Warm and not overbearing. We where seated and well attended too. The food was good the desert was outstanding.The overall feeling was we felt welcomed,the restaurant had a great feel about it. The staff were professional .a great way to spend our Valentine's day. thank you for the experience! !!!Dear Guest, Thank you for posting a review after your recent dining experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed your dining experience with us and look forward to welcoming you back. Kind Regards Ross Brljevich General Manager

3. Alfresco's Restaurant and Bar

6 Marsden Road, Paihia 0247 New Zealand Seafood, European, New Zealand, Contemporary Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +64 9-402 6797 http://www.alfrescosrestaurantpaihia.com
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4 based on 1470 reviews

Alfresco's Restaurant and Bar

UNLIKE MOST PLACES WE NEVER CHARGE HOLIDAY SURCHARGE Live Music Every Sunday Afternoon 3pm - 6pm. Happy Hour Everyday 3pm - 6pm Alfresco's is a family run business that is open everyday from 8.00am serving freshly produced food and excellent coffee. We st

Reviewed By TwinkD

My husband and I went here for dinner as it was right next door to where we were staying. The food was really nice although the service was a little sub par. They weren't busy but the service was quite slow. We would eat there again as the food was nice.

2. Charlotte’s Kitchen

69 Marsden Road End of Wharf, Paihia 0200 New Zealand Healthy, Seafood, European, Contemporary Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +64 9-402 8296 http://www.charlotteskitchen.co.nz
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4 based on 1056 reviews

Charlotte’s Kitchen

Charlotte’s Kitchen established in 2015 brings a fresh approach to dining – with a killer view right at the end of the Wharf in Paihia, Bay of Islands

Reviewed By Les_Touzieaux

This is on the pier at Paihia and extremely popular especially Friday to Sunday so recommend that you book a table or be disappointed. We were very impressed by the food and service, lots of local people were in which is a good sign

Top 10 restaurants in Paihia, New Zealand

1. Sage @ Paroa Bay Winery

31 Otamarua Rd, Russell 0272 Drive past Paroa Bay Winery on your left and you will see SAGE on your right, Russell 0272 New Zealand Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Highchairs Available [email protected] +64 9-403 8270 http://www.paroabay.com/sage
Food
Service
Value
Overall Ratings

4 based on 100 reviews

Sage @ Paroa Bay Winery

Breath taking views overlooking the Bay of Islands matched with top Mediterranean cuisine and our own wines grown and made onsite. Outdoor and indoor seating. Vegetarian options available.

Reviewed By xiabuxiabu

Beautiful location,impeccable service,delicious food and wine. A magical evening at this amazing restaurant. Great service with wonderful staff. I can’t say enough about Sage. Not inexpensive but worth every dollar.Truely memorable.

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