One of the best views over the water in the Bay of Islands. Sit back in the sun and enjoy a drink or two – the gourmet burgers are HUGE, fresh and to die for. By far the BEST burgers in town.

The scallop dish was superb, the setting is beautiful on the Opua Wharf and the atmosphere is a rustic, nautical theme. The service was varied with the waiting staff providing good, prompt and friendly service. However the kitchen closed early and we were unable to order desserts, port or coffee. Slightly higher prices than other restaurants in the area, dining during the day is okay, if you are happy to put up with the noisy and smelly vehicle ferries pulling up next to the restaurant. Great for seafood.

A little difficult to find (ask a local) the pasta, especially the cannelloni is made fresh and you can definitely tell. What lacks in atmosphere is made up for with cheerful and friendly service and great fresh food. Try the garlic bread as a starter … but don’t stuff yourself on it before your main arrives!

Located in the heart of the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds this cafe has a beautiful, relaxed Bay of Islands feel to the cafe and the outdoor dining. Perfect for a late brunch, early lunch in the afternoon sun; their menu is varied and affordable. An outstanding feature is the Cajun Chicken Salad and the ever-famous Sweetcorn Fritters. Kids love to run through their bush border and large grassed area, while parents can enjoy a wine or beer under the big sun umbrellas. Great food, lovely outdoor area, friendly staff with a relaxed feel.

Unfortunately this restaurant consistently disappoints their diners. The seafood “extravaganza” is nothing more than a combination of frozen and crumbed seafood nibbles that you would expect from a tavern type establishment. Waitress forgets to place our order, wrong bottle of wine corked and presented at the table, frozen and then burnt dinner rolls and rubbery chicken with no cheese or pesto. Our table were extremely disappointed with our dining experience.

This restaurant has beautiful views of the Bay of Islands and provides a unique dining experience over the water with a central aquarium filled with local fish. It is a fantastic place to sit for an afternoon drink in the warm Bay of Islands sun overlooking the water. The menu is varied, good value and the food is fresh. Their seafood is also fantastic and they certainly take note of customer service. With a big screen tv, relaxed bar, great beers and wines – this restaurant is a must to visit while in the Bay of Islands.