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the Craic Whakatane

The Craic

The iconic, historic hotel is located in central Whakatāne with cafes and restaurants at our doorstep.

Partake in a beverage or meal and enjoy Whakatāne's local. Includes the Craic Irish Pub, the Boiler Room, gaming machines and garden bar.

#DiscoverOurLocal guide says: "Craic" (/kræk/ krak), or "crack", is a term for news, gossip, fun, entertainment, and enjoyable conversation. This iconic Irish pub focuses on what it does best – a refreshing drink in the afternoon sun out front as you watch the world go by. Regular live music gigs and some great pub grub."

Discover Our Local - Drink

Experience one of New Zealand's treasures. Taste our field-ripened berries. Try our famous Julian's berry ice creams, real espresso coffee, and delicious cafe offerings.

Whether you're out for lunch with your clients or dinner with family and friends, rest assured that when it comes to anything Indian, we are the authority.

Born out of a love of good coffee, today Café Awa is a favourite of both coffee lovers and foodies alike. 

Cigol Korean Restaurant offers a modern fusion menu which invokes the flavours of Korean based cuisine with a Pacific twist.

We serve tasty Japanese cuisine including fresh sushi, lunch boxes, sushi platters, and Donburi hot meals all day.

Contact Details

79 The Strand
Whakatane
New Zealand

Open 7 days - 11am until late.

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