Where to eat New Zealand food in Matamata: The Best Restaurants and Bars

February 5, 2020 Terina Blouin

Best New Zealand restaurants nearby. Discover the best New Zealand food in Matamata. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for New Zealand restaurants near you.. Matamata /ˈmætəˌmætə/ is a town in the Waikato Region of New Zealand's North Island. It is located near the base of the Kaimai Ranges, and is a thriving farming area known for Thoroughbred horse breeding and training pursuits. It is part of the Matamata-Piako District, which takes in the surrounding rural areas as well as Morrinsville and Te Aroha. State Highway 27 and the Kinleith Branch railway run through the town. The town has a population of 7,840 as of June 2017.
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10. Te Poi Tavern

11 Te Poi Road, Matamata 3473 New Zealand New Zealand Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible [email protected] +64 7-888 2925 https://www.facebook.com/TePoiTavern
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4 based on 16 reviews

Te Poi Tavern

Reviewed By w00fies

Spotted this cafe driving from tauranga to matamata. It's basically in the middle of nowhere at an intersection. Lots of vehicles parked outside so figured it's a popular stop. Did a quick run in for food. Spotted a large plate of breakfast fare being served, looked delicious. The owner? was friendly and helpful with my questions. Grabbed a large/solid spring roll. Turned out hot, fully stuffed and non greasy. Good choice.

9. Broadway Burger Bar

80 Broadway, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Fast Food, Seafood, New Zealand Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible +64 7-888 8514
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4 based on 26 reviews

Broadway Burger Bar

Reviewed By mrspynnonen

Frequently visited by friends if mine but not my first choice. Chips are Ok, fish is mostly fresh, but avoid the potato fritters which come as wafer thin potato covered in batter; whereas 5mm or 8mm potato fritters can easily be found in other establishments.

8. Horse and Jockey Inn

85 Arawa Street, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Bar, International, European, Pub, New Zealand Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service [email protected] +64 7-888 9972 http://www.horseandjockeyinn.co.nz
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4 based on 90 reviews

Horse and Jockey Inn

Reviewed By christrox

Relaxed pub atmosphere and very friendly staff. Food was quick to come out. Both the wife and I had fish 'n' chips. Was SO delicious! The fish was fresh and the batter was so light and crispy. I could've eaten the entire meal twice as it was so delicious (if I had the stomach room for it!). Their desserts also looked really good but we were too full from the meal to try any of it.The staff were super friendly and pleasant. Once you're done your meal, head to the till at the bar to pay. Affordable food. On our receipt was a coupon for free Subway if we enter a code online.All in all, lovely little pub. And they also have accommodation too.

7. Momento Espresso Matamata

67 Arawa Street, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Cafe, Contemporary, New Zealand Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible [email protected] +64 7-888 9292
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4 based on 31 reviews

Momento Espresso Matamata

Enjoy quality Espresso, delicious menu and cabinet food in a modern and fresh environment. An assortment of Gluten Free range and meals that can be changed to suite a special diet. All food is made and cooked onsite,from House-smoked salmon to slow cooked

Reviewed By 81Turtle

We stopped for brunch and ordered a salmon croissant and club sandwich and coffee.Good coffee but the croissant wasn’t fresh and was drowned in odd tasting sour cream. We gave up on the meals leaving partially eaten.

6. 64 Coffee & Kitchen

64 Arawa Street, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Cafe, New Zealand Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Seating, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible [email protected] +64 7-888 7600 https://www.facebook.com/64coffee.kitchen/
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4 based on 37 reviews

64 Coffee & Kitchen

Matamata’s coolest little cafe. Serving great coffee, delicious breakfasts, lunches, and amazing home baking.!

Reviewed By w00fies

A quick breakfast while waiting for a car service. This cafe looked interesting.Staff were very friendly, happy and helpful. The food delicious. Fast service.Tea came with 2 teapots (tea +water) and a jaffa. Saw someone else with a fish. We ordered a child's meal each and it was a lot... egg, toast, hash brown and bacon.Also grabbed a giant cinnamon scroll that was very fresh. Lots of icing on it but was a mild sweetness and not overdone. Will return here Thanks for your kind review. We are glad you enjoyed your experience. Hope to see you again.

5. Dew Drop Inn Cafe

Hetana Street, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Cafe, New Zealand Brunch, Lunch Reservations, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Highchairs Available [email protected] +64 7-888 7560 http://www.facebook.com/DewDropInnMatamataCafe/
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4 based on 84 reviews

Dew Drop Inn Cafe

Please take note that we accept Visa and Master Card. There is a car park across the road from us, street parking and our building is wheelchair accessible. A small cafe (not restaurant) with a Hobbit theme where our customers can use our hobbit ears, etc

Reviewed By NehaJo

The meat pies are excellent, one of the best we've eaten! The owner is very friendly. The cafe also does deals like $1 muffins with coffee etc. Two thumbs up!

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4. Eat Cafe

55 Broadway, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Cafe, New Zealand Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Highchairs Available +64 7-888 8670 http://www.eaturbanfoodstuffs.co.nz/
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4 based on 199 reviews

Eat Cafe

Reviewed By paw0308

We've been here a few times on the way to Auckland from Rotorua, and their food is always good. They cater for most tastes and have a wide range of foods. The option of eating inside when its cold or rainy, or outside when its nice adds to the atmosphere.Well worth the effort of stopping.

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3. O-Del-Emz

33 Arawa Street, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Cafe, European, New Zealand Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible +64 7-888 9473 http://www.odelemz.co.nz
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4 based on 118 reviews

O-Del-Emz

Reviewed By Douglas F

We frequently have lunch here when going through Matamata and always enjoy the food. They have some great crepes - both savoury and sweet with gluten free options. Well worth a visit!

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2. Workmans Cafe Bar

52 Broadway, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Bar, New Zealand, Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Highchairs Available, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Street Parking, Dog Friendly, Family style [email protected] +64 7-888 5498 http://www.facebook.com/Workmans-Cafe-Bar-150774414980048/
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4 based on 320 reviews

Workmans Cafe Bar

Workman's café is a fun friendly environment that happily serves great coffee and fresh local food six days and nights a week,[ Tuesday through to Sunday ] we take pride in what we do and how we present ourselves. Great comfy chairs, great sounds, fab amb

Reviewed By BecWA234

What we were looking for was a quick meal to take away and eat in our motel room; after a long day of driving in some terrible weather we didn’t feel much like being out in public. What we found however was the host of all hosts, who greeted us at the door as we were reading the menu. He didn’t push us to come in, and in fact told us that a couple of other places on the street were worth a visit. His honesty, his energy and genuine interest in us, and his menu, drew us in anyway. And what a fantastic meal we had, with our host sitting down with us at the end to show us a map and give us inside info on where to go when we hit the road again tomorrow. This place is SO worth a visit; delicious food, quirky atmosphere, dashing and gregarious host and, as promised, the best looking staff around Loved loved loved LOVED IT Hey BecWA234, I remember you too the good looking Aussie couple that felt a little bedraggled but by the time you where feed and watered you both left with a spring in your step. Thanks for your wonderful review it is much apricated and great for my team to read as it confirms that we are on the right track ,I hope the rest of your trip was fantastic cheers Syd.

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1. The Redoubt Bar and Eatery

48 Broadway Welcome to Hobbiton sign is right out front, Matamata 3400 New Zealand Bar, European, Pub, New Zealand Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +64 7-888 8585 http://www.redoubtbarandeatery.co.nz/Matamata/home.html
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4 based on 527 reviews

The Redoubt Bar and Eatery

Locally themed bar and eatery, which is guaranteed to make your day better. Great New Zealand fare, tap beer, live music and good times.

Reviewed By Allen S

Stopped for lunch during road trip and were delighted with the atmosphere and lunch menu. Decided on the Soup which was on specials board and were very impressed with it. Cheesy Cauliflower and Bacon soup with Turkish Bread. Very impressed with the size of the servings and the attention from the staff.

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