European cuisine: the best places to taste it in Paihia

6 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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Patois /'patwa:/
Patois /'patwa:/
100/100 (11 ratings)
Restaurants
Polynesian
European
Polynesian
New Zealand
European
New Zealand
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
After-hours
Sit down
European
New Zealand
Polynesian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Street Parking
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Drinks
Cheap Eats
Terra Restaurant
Terra Restaurant
92/100 (445 ratings)
Restaurants
Healthy
Vegan Options
European
Fusion
New Zealand
Fusion
European
New Zealand
Vegetarian Friendly
Healthy
Contemporary
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Brunch
Drinks
Duck Entree
Tiropita
Octopus Entree
Grilled Lamb Rump
Market Fish Snapper
Shaved Fennel Salad
Hibiscus and Cinamon Icecream Bar
Hapuka Main
Scallop Entre
Lamb
Beef Filet Main
Pork
Salmon Entre
Fried chicken
Honeycomb Dessert
Chilli Pork Tostada
Oysters
Strawberry Dessert
Champagne Breakfast
Scallop Starter
Oyster
Toast
Sit down
European
New Zealand
Contemporary
Healthy
Fusion
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Seating
Waterfront
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Free off-street parking
Non-smoking restaurants
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Fine Dining
"If I ever come back to New Zealand, I can promise that I’ll eat here. Easily the best meal we had. We did the wine pairings along with our 8..."
Lacey Williams
"Having experienced cuisine around the world, this is now my most memorable meal and worth every penny! The food was beautifully presented and..."
Sandra Pearson
"We had a fabulous degustation experience at Terra with chef, Marcus. But it was much more than small bites and the blending of seasonal and local..."
Jennifer Rodrigue
"The food was awesome and the location is amazing. We had the long lunch and enjoyed every minute of..."
Paul Eykamp
"Had an absolutely fantastic lunch here while on holiday in Paihia. A bit sad we couldn't experience their full evening service but hopefully will be..."
Sam DuFresne
"Absolutely flawless. The textures, flavours and presentation were 5 star. Great view, comfortable seating and relaxed atmosphere. We’ll be back to..."
Heidi Tukuafu
"Wow! What a spectacular experience - we were a group of 15 people with varying dietary requirements and we were all blown away by both the amazing..."
Fiona Harris
"Delicious!! So happy we found this restaurant! They just opened about 6 weeks ago. Great developed flavors in their dishes, very fresh ingredients..."
Jillian Madison
"Delicious food, fast service, lovely space. I had the champagne breakfast and couldn't even finish it, that's how much food it was. Definitely..."
Dalia Gala
"I have never written a review before but TERRA really deserves to be acknowledged for their skill in providing a dining experience that is close to..."
Mike Gilroy
Ti Bay Breeze  Cafe & Bistro
Ti Bay Breeze Cafe & Bistro
89/100 (127 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
Pub
European
Cafe
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Hot Chips
Snapper and Chips
Mince on Toast
Kumera Wedges Bacon Cream Cheese
Big Breakfast Plate
Dory and Chips
Eggs Benedict
Breeze Pancakes with Bacon and Banana
Cappuccino
Muesli Parfait
Café
Bar
Pub
Café
European
Family style
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Waterfront
Beach
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Mid-range
"my mum, partner and i came here for breakfast for my birthday, and it was absolutely beautiful! lovely staff, meals were served hot and were..."
Aaliyah Te Paa
"Fantastic cafe with fabulous food while enjoying awsome views over the bay. Enjoyed a great burger just the right amount of beef in the burger topped..."
Dianne Miller
"We went here for a birthday breakfast and is by far the best cafe I have been to in Northland .. with the DELICIOUS food, friendly service, and the..."
Jen Te Paa
"Came here on a Sunday morning just before lunch. Looking for a coffee and a view. Ended up with the coffee, view and hot chips. The chips aren't..."
Sharon Heald
"Myself and a friend ordered 1 x poached eggs with hollandaise, tomatoe and mushrooms and 1 x mushrooms on gibata. Awwww mouth watering dishes for..."
Saria Lolo
"Perfectly fine breakfast & nice service. Only comment is the bacon was only warmed up but not cooked. Nice little view even on a grey..."
Lynda from-Waiheke
"We arrived just after 11am for brunch. The cafe was busy, we were third in line to order, the staff were fast and efficient, less than 3mins to be..."
Anthony Weston
"Great staff and chef.Great location and yummy..."
Paul Rowland
"Beef mince is really a must..."
Elena S
"Clean and service with a smile to match the million dollar view...our papa says the water is calling him to go get his kai Moana.....but for now our..."
Saria Lolo
"We were a party of 11 booking at the last minute for brunch. We had a really lovely time and Shae looked after us so well! The food was delicious,..."
Candice Murray
"Lovely little Cafe opposite the beach with great basics - the coffee, smoothies and frappes all hit the spot. Check it..."
Tim
"We ( family of 11) visited last week for brunch and the service, food, decor, drinks was just the best! My grandchildren loved especially the..."
Wayne Yandall
"Really tasty breakfast and lunch options. The granola parfait (~$15) and the pancakes were a hit (~$19), the fresh fruit was great. Service was a..."
Gavin Fitzgerald
"I had a beef burger and chips for lunch yesterday see photograph . Delicious and well priced. Staff / Service was..."
David77646
Nikau Restaurant
Nikau Restaurant
86/100 (52 ratings)
Restaurants
New Zealand
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Pub
Fusion
Contemporary
New Zealand
Contemporary
Soups
European
Fusion
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Drinks
Breakfast
Pork
Gefüllte Teigrolle
Lammkeule
Risotto
Sit down
Bar
Contemporary
Pub
New Zealand
Fusion
Gift Cards Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
After-hours
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Had roast runner for Mother's Day lunch, delivered! Tons of great veggies, pork and beef. Enough for dinner too 😊 Huge meal great flavours...."
Shan Fo
"Great food, great service Value for money. We went with two kids and were very happy with the options for kids. Well worth the..."
Kim Henderson
"Whoa, ate too much, loved the seafood chowder. Very very..."
Deidre Davison
"Love the lamb..."
David Underwood
"Excellent..."
Brendan Podayko
"Tolle Zimmer und gutes..."
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Charlotte’s Kitchen
Charlotte’s Kitchen
83/100 (2503 ratings)
Restaurants
Healthy
Vegan Options
Seafood
European
European
Seafood
Healthy
Contemporary
Japanese
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
Tuna
Pasta
Dumplings
Salad
Aglio Pizza Bread
Right on the Water
Oyster
Prosciutto
Calamari
Tempura
Risotto
Lamb
Mussels
Pesto
Tuna
Fish
Funghi
Calamares
Slow Roasted Free Range Pork Knuckle
Sashimi
Sashimi Platter
Salmon
Beef
Oysters
Smoked Kahawai Remoulade
Pork
Carne Pizza
Sichuan Salt and Pepper Squids
Soup
Pork Bao Buns
Tapas
Slow Roasted Pork Knuckle
Gnocchi
Pork Belly Bao Buns
Tacos
seafood platter
Gazpacho
Calamari
Ribs
Prosciutto
Sit down
Seafood
Contemporary
Healthy
European
Accepts Visa
Live Music
Seating
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
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
Alfresco's Restaurant And Bar
Alfresco's Restaurant And Bar
78/100 (4905 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
European
New Zealand
Seafood
New Zealand
Contemporary
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Breakfast
Egg Salmon Benedict
Salad
Southern Style Chicken Burger
Surf And Turf
No Batter Seafood Platter
Eggs Benedict
Scallops
Fish and Chips Mussels
Toasts
Fish & chips
Oyster
Calamari
Cakes
Mussels
Calamares
Burger
Pasta of the Day
Salmon
Lamb
Freak Shakes
Coconut Brioche French Toast
Pesto
Fish Tacos
Shrimp
Garlic bread
Alfs Salt N Pepper Calamari
Fish
Weißwein
Chowder
Beef
Monteith's Pale Ale and Tiger Lager
Pork
Steak Chips and Salad
Fish & Chips
Seafood Platters
80 Seafood Plater
Pork Belly
Pancakes
Seafood chowder
Chicken Wings
Prawns
Steak Sandwich
Pasta
Lemon and Blueberry
Sit down
Seafood
New Zealand
Contemporary
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
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