Must-see restaurants in The Far North

  • The Thai

    The Far North

    Northland's best Thai restaurant serves zingy dishes with intriguing names such as Angry Pig, Kiwi Chick and Mangonui Showtime, and there's also a good…

  • Gecko Cafe

    The Far North

    Morning queues of locals attest to the Gecko having the best coffee in town (it roasts its own), and the food's pretty good, too. Kick off another day on…

  • North Drift Cafe

    The Far North

    Start the day with a cooked breakfast and Ahipara's best coffee on the sunny front deck of this relaxed little cafe. Come back at lunch for a burger, fish…

  • Little Kitchen on the Bay

    The Far North

    With a terrace facing the water and a sun-drenched interior, this cute cafe serves Mangonui's best coffee, excellent counter food and good mains. Menu…

  • Beachcomber

    The Far North

    This vibrant Pacific-themed family restaurant is the best dinner option in Kaitāia, with a wide range of dishes from paua chowder to grilled meat (or…

  • Mangonui Fish Shop

    The Far North

    Locals dismiss this place as overpriced and full of tourists, but there's no denying the appeal of downing fish-and-chips and a cold beer on the deck…

  • Waterfront Cafe & Bar

    The Far North

    Waterfront has water views and old-world charm, although the service can be hit and miss. A pizza menu kicks in at lunch and extends into dinner, when it…

  • Marlin

    The Far North

    A friendly local pub with good honest tucker served from the attached cafe. Inside there are a few impressive wall-mounted game fish that definitely didn…

  • Bidz Takeaways

    The Far North

    Longstanding Bidz sells fresh fish, and the best fish, chips and burgers in town. There's also a small grocery store attached.

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