Detour Bar & Lounge

#DiscoverOurLocal guide says: "The impressive platters at Detour Bar & Lounge are hard to pass up, but the steak options might have you deliberating for a while. Enjoy live music washed down with your favourite beverage while you decide."

Discover Our Local - Eat

Thornton Bar & Eatery

A beautiful indoor/outdoor Villa Bar & Eatery (licensed) just minutes out of Whakatane, right on the corner of the Tauranga turnoff.

Drift

Good coffee. Relaxed atmosphere. Friendly service. Main street of Matata, great view of lagoon.

Blueberry Corner

The favourite among locals known for fresh, quality blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and sensational natural fruit ice creams.

Mou Mou Kai Café - Tāneatua

Our Mou Mou Kai Café is a slice of Tūhoe manaakitana in Tāneatua, and it offers the very best in kai inspired by the coast and Te Urewera.

The Bean Coffee Roastery and Cafe

Fresh coffee roasted daily in-store. Purchase your beans or a delicious espresso and freshly-made treat.

Ataturk Turkish Cafe

Friendly staff and a great Turkish element in the heart of Whakatāne. Whether a quick takeout kebab or a relaxing dine-in experience, they cater to all.