Best Calamares in Paihia

5 restaurant menus in New Zealand, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Paihia Club
Paihia Club
87/100 (516 ratings)
Restaurants
Bars & Pubs
Indian
Gluten Free Options
International
Vegan Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
New Zealand
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Drinks
Salmon
Burger
Beef
Roast Beef
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Pasta
Salad
Calamari
Mussels
Fish & chips
Calamares
Sit down
Indian
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Pleasantly surprised by the quality of food at this slightly out of the way restaurant in Paihia. We enjoyed the chicken biriyani (medium heat was..."
Jeff Kennedy
"Delicious food, generous portions, nice atmosphere and excellent service. We had Butter Chicken and Chicken Korma. Highly recommend this fabulous..."
Kathy Reynolds
"Not on Main Street but easy walk to RSA where Madly Indian occupies the mezzanine floor. Great selection of quality Indian food at mid-range prices. ..."
Peter Buchanan
"This is a great Indian restaurant (and I’ve been to India many times). You can tell the chef cares about the food he’s putting out. It’s got a..."
Karl Rock
"Warm receive and was served with such warmhearted guy... didn't get his name. Food was spicy and well presented. Don't underestimate the..."
Marietjie Venter
"Visited on Tuesday evening so restaurant very quiet, but tables all well presented. The main dishes, rice and garlic Naan were delicious, well..."
Moira Gough
"Great food - would recommend. Haven’t had this quality of Indian food since leaving..."
Theresa Schein
"really excellent meals. we have been twice now and both times had an excellent dining experience. can't wait to go..."
Bert van Vliet
"We had a lovely meal tonight at Madly Indian. The service received was very polite and courteous, and the food was simply delicious. We highly..."
Colin and Brenda Wollstein
"Upstairs in RSA. Lovely atmosphere and really nice food. We had chicken Tikka and lamb Rogan Josh. Thank you would dine here..."
Rachel Kennedy
"Beautiful real flavors 😋 and spices.....and fresh vegetables and meats ......the butter chicken and white rice is my favorite and I go..."
Shayzan Rademacher
"Absolutely superb. Take the time to seek them out as they are not on the main strip. You won’t be..."
Lesley Camons
"The food was really yummy and the servings very generous. The waiter was very kind and thoughtful, taking care of everybody in no time. The..."
Kai DeWe
"Great lunch at Madly Indian Paihia. Service and food excellent. Friendly staff. It's sad that people aren't taking advantage of this excellent lunch..."
Pat Peterken
"Awesome food, great lunch specials. Paihia's best kept secret. Worth..."
J Raker
"Hidden upstairs in the RSA in Paihia is a fabulous Indian restaurant. We had an excellent meal there and look forward to..."
Tricia Scott
"We had an absolutely delicious meal last night, it was surprising quiet in the dining area so we were fortunate to have super fast and friendly..."
kirsty sheridan
"Food was absolutely beautiful. Generous servings and very reasonable..."
Bernie Wood
"Awesome food. Best Indian food around!!!! Great price !!! Will be returning regularly 😀 thank you 😊..."
Melva Rogers
Zane Grey's Restaurant And Bar
Zane Grey's Restaurant And Bar
86/100 (2983 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast Food
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
New Zealand
Contemporary
International
Mediterranean
New Zealand
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Drinks
After-hours
Pork
Risotto
Fish of the Day Snapper
Steak
Mussels
Fish of the Bay
Flat White
Calamares
Bay of Islands Oysters
Seafood chowder
Angus Cheese Burger
Burger
Raw chicken
Large Cappuccino and Coffee Chocolate Sprinkles
Northland Green-Lipped Mussels & Sourdough
Mocha
Chowder
Free Range Eggs Benedict
Fish & Chips
Muscles in Coconut Curry
Fish & chips
Salad and Prawns
Ribs
Prawns
Salt and Pepper Calamari
Tagliatelle
Salad
Asian Salad
Scallop Risotto
Crab
Fish & Chips
Lamb
Oyster
Chocolate Mud Cake
Fish
Calamari
Kumara Fries
Sit down
International
New Zealand
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
After-hours
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"First off the staff was friendly and fun and our wonderful server Leoni was helpful, professional and a great personality. My husband's steak was..."
Mary Robinson
"We ate on the large outside deck. Absolutely gorgeous setting. Easily the nicest spot in Paihia to eat on a sunny spring day! Kitchen was..."
Annaliese
"I had a delightful dining experience with the Contiki group at Zane's Grey's Restaurant! I must say it was a fantastic experience from start to..."
Viktor Ladang
"Leoni was very professional and attentive to our needs. I highly recommend her as a great waitress. My guest asked another waitress for some bread,..."
Leyette Callister
"A great way to treat ourselves after our sailing adventures in the Bay of Islands! Fantastic staff - We requested a seat by the aquarium, and had a..."
Dallas Survey
"This restaurant is one of my favourite views to eat at, the seating tables goes right out onto the water and is so beautiful for brunch & lunch! At..."
Tess Pyke
"My wife and I called in for lunch after a mornings excursion after arriving at the bay on the QE - our waitress Leoni was absolutely terrific and..."
DJ Sephton
"It was a wonderful experience. Our waiter Brooke made it easy to order and she was great with our 3 kids. The kids loved there desserts and looking..."
Andrew Wrightson
"my wife and I went out for a sneaky brunch without the kids. William took great care of us. He quickly seated us (by the window with a view) in time..."
Francesca J
"We've visited twice, once for a drink and again for a meal. Both times the staff have been really good and helpful. Great location with amazing sea..."
Mark
Charlotte’s Kitchen
Charlotte’s Kitchen
83/100 (2503 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Seafood
Japanese
Healthy
Gluten Free Options
Contemporary
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Healthy
Vegan Options
Seafood
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Prosciutto
Tuna
Calamari
Tempura
Dumplings
Risotto
Lamb
Aglio Pizza Bread
Mussels
Pesto
Right on the Water
Tuna
Fish
Calamares
Sashimi
Salmon
Beef
Pork
Slow Roasted Free Range Pork Knuckle
Soup
Smoked Kahawai Remoulade
Funghi
Gnocchi
Sichuan Salt and Pepper Squids
Tapas
Tacos
Sashimi Platter
seafood platter
Slow Roasted Pork Knuckle
Carne Pizza
Oysters
Ribs
Pork Bao Buns
Pork Belly Bao Buns
Pasta
Gazpacho
Salad
Calamari
Prosciutto
Oyster
Sit down
Seafood
Contemporary
Healthy
European
Accepts Visa
Seating
Live Music
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Waterfront
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"Great atmosphere, friendly staff, great food. Started with fresh oysters. Thought the serve of mussels were small but it taste yummy! Pizza was..."
Ann K
"This was a perfect evening with an incredible view and surprisingly amazing food! Usually the waterfront places are very touristy and don’t serve..."
Louisa Ruster
"They have a good selection of cocktails. There are many vegan options. Why the vegan Pizza Al Funghi comes without tomato sauce but only with vegan..."
Marco Aschwanden
"Massive pizza here, great spot to enjoy some food before or after a cruise. We shared a couple of pizza between 3 of us and there was plenty to..."
Luc T
"Sunday roast from 3pm. Live music too. Then we shared a pizza on a different day. Both extremely good and tasty and the staff seem to be happy and..."
Janet Weston
"Was very windy and heavy rain but the atmosphere inside was warm and busy. Welcoming staff and one of the best beef steak I have ever had. 😋 ..."
Knghtlight
"Went for dinner by the waters at this beautiful restaurant- definitely weren't let down from the moment we arrived, a bit early but seated..."
Shweta Sachdeva
"Nice spot on the water. Service and food has improved significantly since last year. The pizza dough has definitely been improved to a higher..."
TK
"Pretty mediocre for the price tbh. Meat and fish may be better here based on other reviews, but as a vegetarian, the meals were nothing more than..."
Maddie Barklimore
"Had a great experience at Charlotte's Kitchen, beautiful ambience upon entry, we arrived a little early for our booking, but the staff were very..."
Celia Chan
"Best seafood, locally caught, prepared by a chef and team who know what they’re doing. The market fish in golden burnt butter sauce was the..."
Ran W
"Beautiful restaurant right on the water, we unfortunately had a miserable wet evening for our dinner but it would be absolutely amazing to be there..."
Claire Doheny
"Awesome restaurant right at the end of the wharf overlooking the water from all sides. The food is easily the best we've had in the bay of..."
Nyarlathotep
"Last night was the second time we went to Charlotte's Kitchen and on both this and the previous occasion (three weeks prior) stand out as my most..."
Tony King
"Excellent atmosphere and food. Wood pizzas great along with the..."
Nick Hodder
"Fantastic food - definitely try the salmon pizza, there's plenty to share. Strong drinks, tasty starters, and great views define the dining space,..."
Sabine McGregor
"I could not rave more about our experience at Charlotte’s Kitchen on Saturday evening. We hosted a family reunion there with difficult dietary..."
Georgina Drain
Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack
Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack
81/100 (2723 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
American
Bar
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Calamares
Fish & Chips
Sandwiches
Ribs
Burger
Fish & chips
Prawns
Steak Sandwich
Chicken Wings
Kabobs
Fish
Pork
Salad
Wings
Crab
Scallops
Calamari
Sit down
Bar
American
Barbecue
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
Alfresco's Restaurant And Bar
Alfresco's Restaurant And Bar
78/100 (4905 ratings)
Restaurants
European
New Zealand
Gluten Free Options
New Zealand
Seafood
Contemporary
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Vegan Options
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Egg Salmon Benedict
Calamari
Cakes
Southern Style Chicken Burger
Mussels
No Batter Seafood Platter
Calamares
Fish and Chips Mussels
Salmon
Fish & chips
Burger
Lamb
Pesto
Shrimp
Fish
Coconut Brioche French Toast
Chowder
Pasta of the Day
Beef
Pork
Alfs Salt N Pepper Calamari
Fish & Chips
Freak Shakes
Pork Belly
Monteith's Pale Ale and Tiger Lager
Seafood Platters
Fish Tacos
Seafood chowder
80 Seafood Plater
Prawns
Weißwein
Garlic bread
Steak Chips and Salad
Pasta
Pancakes
Salad
Surf And Turf
Chicken Wings
Eggs Benedict
Steak Sandwich
Scallops
Toasts
Lemon and Blueberry
Oyster
Sit down
Seafood
New Zealand
Contemporary
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Waterfront
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Street Parking
Live Music
Seating
Lunch
Breakfast
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"Nice little meal. Good beer. Very friendly..."
Frank Osbæck
"Tasty meals, cosy and entertaining atmosphere, welcoming staff! Pets are welcomed, or at least dogs (so don't bring your possum pet just in..."
Gilliane Jean Marie
"A decent spot at the beginning of the Paihia strip. Best for breakfast. Dinner service was friendly and attentive. Warm atmosphere and live music on..."
Renae C. Greenman
"Lovely restaurant with great views of the sea. Seems to be further away from the main shops which may be why it was empty why we went but the food..."
Ali Alsaffaf
"Seating available inside & out, and the look of the food was incredible , photos don’t do enough justice. Everything was delicious and fresh and..."
Alison Vickers
"Very friendly staff serving super delicious food in a nicely decorated, atmospheric place. Everything is cooked fresh for you - no junky fast food..."
Roland Hummel
"Very nice dining experience, very nice environment, the kitchen was quick to get our breakfast meals out especially as there were a few customers..."
E T
"Great atmosphere and flavours, portions though, were a too small for the prices. We went for dinner and ordered duck pate, calamari and then the..."
María Paz Cárcamo Agüero
"It was okay, my latte was nice but a bit too sweet, just tell them next time not to put too much syrup in. I got this thing with an egg on top it was..."
Ash Gibson
"Very good cafe on the road, i like coffee here. For vegetarians, there is are a options, but you have to modify it. See the picture baby spinach with..."
Prashant Vala
"We visited at lunch time on the weekday and it was not busy at all. Friendly staff took out toys and blocks for the children. Heaps of items to..."
TheNZLILY
"Dropped in to Alfrescos for a quick bite before our intended visit to Kawiti’s caves to see the glow worms....we blame Alfresco for missing the..."
G M
"Delicious food and great service, couldn't fault a single thing. Even allowed a little bit of substitution to cater for me, which was really..."
Trish Roberts
"Had a lovely late lunch. Service was great, very attentive staff. We loved the decor and vibe. Food was yummy (we had the antipasto platter, fresh..."
Hope
"Incredibly perfect meals. For my partner, a perfect vegetarian meal. For me, the most succulent lamb with amazing accompaniments. Friendly..."
Rob T
"Lovely restaurant with great view and food . Been here at morning after check out. Food was tasty, love the sausage.😍 Also the little plants on..."
zeng xiaoli
"Yumy place! We enjoyed the seafood platte which was big and full of oysters, mussels, prawns, and fish. The food was brought quickly. The location is..."
Valeria Kuznetsova