Restaurants

Be taken on a culinary journey at this unpretentious fine-dining restaurant on the Kāpiti Coast.

Thoughtfully curated by culinary superstar Helen Turnbull, the monthly degustation menu features the finest seasonal produce, perfectly paired with wine to match. It is a not-to-be-missed dining experience.

If you are looking for great food, fantastic drinks and spectacular views, then you can't go past the Waterfront Bar & Kitchen. 

Serving up fresh seafood, with one of the best views on the Coast it’s the perfect spot to soak up the coastal vibes and take in the stunning sunset over Kapiti Island.

Located at Waikanae Beach, Hey Coastie is the ideal spot to chill with your crew.

The newest eatery from WAH (We Are Hospo group), Hey Coastie's kitchen has something for everyone, from epic brunches to lunch and dinner. Park up in the garden with the family and choose from delicious shared plates and epic cocktails as the kids stay busy on the little Coastie coastguard boat and playhouse. Plus keep an eye on their events schedule online for paintvine events and other fun tastings.

Authentic Mexican cuisine comes with a side of coastal views at Paraparaumu’s Hola Mexican. Easily recognisable by the large mural by local artist Theo Arraj on its outside wall, Hola serves Mexican street food with a modern flair.

The street food menu offers faves like spicy nachos, corn tacos, chilli con queso, and jalapeño poppers. Finish up your meal with some authentic Mexican tequila, and incredible views of Kapiti Island.

Tasty BBQ eats and smoked meats served with refreshing North End Brewing beers, Salt & Wood BBQ is unashamedly all about meat and beer. Connected to the North End Brewery by a large glass wall, the Salt & Wood team insist that "there's no combo on earth like legit American BBQ and a cold pint".

Can't decide which of the 14 or so beers brewed at the on-site North End Brewery you should have with your meal? Ask the team which pairs best with your meal or share a 6-beer tasting tray with a friend and then have a pint of your favourite. 

There’s also a large wine and cocktail selection, and well-thought breakfast and burger menus for all-day dining.

Raumati South is home to the Cantina Kitchen which utilises the abundance of fresh local produce the district has to offer. Sunday Cantina menus are developed depending on what fresh, local, seasonal produce is available. Therefore it is an ever changing and diverse taste sensation, think pizzas and salads. They always offer lots of delicious vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options.

In Sicily, passo means to pass, to stop by, to drop in. It’s also the nickname of chef and restaurateur Michele Passarello, as well as the name of the street his family have lived on for generations. Michele is the brains behind the Paraparaumu restaurant, Passo. It’s where you will find authentic pizza, pasta, secondi, contorni, and more. The meals are just like Michele’s Nonna used to make. It’s home-style Italian cooking paired with modern flavours and techniques. More than a restaurant, Passo is a place to get together.