the wooden farmer

the wooden farmer

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Hours
Sun
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles

RATINGS
Food
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.3 of 5 bubbles
Atmosphere
4.2 of 5 bubbles
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PRICE RANGE
$20.00 – $45.00
CUISINES
Cafe, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
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Come visit our fabulous restaurant known for its excellent service and outstanding food. No matter if you're a regular or passing through, we have something for you.
PRICE RANGE
$20.00 – $45.00
CUISINES
Cafe, New Zealand
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles251 reviews
Excellent
158
Very good
60
Average
14
Poor
12
Terrible
8

kiwibear
Napier340 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 couples
We had avo on toast with a side of bacon. The person at the register seemed as though she understood that I want a gf meal with added eggs and a side of bacon I also wanted the avo on the plate not on the toast as it goes soggy. So - toast on the side please. My husband just had avo and eggs on toast. Mine arrived with the avo on the toast so my gf toast was soggy and my husband had an extra serving of toast?! I checked that she understood too and she said yes! Anyway - the food was really good despite the sogg. Really good actually but as it’s not waitress service it would be best to double check that the person at the register understands your order
Written 30 August 2022
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Mtchd
Clermont-Ferrand12 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 family
If you want THE Big Burger, go there, they are insane. It was for a dinner, atmosphere is okay, and it seems to have a lot of choices. So the food is awesome, and the service is perfect. Just let you know that it was quite long because of « the chief is sick » … we was finally surprised to se a banana split offered for this waiting unforeseen ! Thanks :)
Written 28 February 2024
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Connector02073020884
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 couples
Love this place! It’s always hard to pick one thing because I want so many! My partner and I love the burgers :) we sometimes get them takeaway when we’re feeling fancy but not fancy enough to go out haha Highly recommend stopping in!
Written 27 December 2024
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kemc
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 family
Gone down hill so fast with the new owners! Used to be a vibing, fun, enjoyable and affordable place to eat. Now you walk in and don't even get a hello from the staff. Have to order at the counter which for any restaurant is questionable considering the price of their food. Had made a reservation, table wasn't set, had to get our own water and cups from the fridge because that was obviously too much work for them even though we were the only customers in the building! Food took over 40 minutes to come and by the time half the table was finished, the other half was only just getting their meals. Staff look like they'd rather be literally anywhere else. No communication throughout the whole service. You put your prices up, we expect your staff attitudes, quality and quantity of food, and general customer service to go up too. Do not recommend!
Written 28 June 2024
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SER1971
20 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 family
So sad to see a once great place to eat become very slap happy with their food ! I have worked in the food industry for many years and never ever would I serve up burn bread on a dish , store bought frozen fish, dry and chewy, all the 4 dishes were just dry , flavour less and lacking any kind of love even the garnish was wilted. Baked Camembert was floating in maple syrup no fruit with it .. shocking !!
Written 25 January 2025
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Jeannette B
Auckland Central87 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 friends
We went with friends and had excellent meals. Loved the salmon poke bowl, the pork belly was perfect, great Thai beef salad and delicious mussels. Great service and improved acoustics made for a really enjoyable visit.
Written 22 May 2023
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foodienz4evanz
Rawhiti250 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2020 friends
Small town Putaruru is home to a great restaurant - the Wooden Farmer. nothing small about its size, atmosphere, service or food! It’s Commitment to delivering great food, friendly service in a great location is why South Waikato locals along with folk travelling State Highway One all become regulars here. So cool to catch up with friends post lockdown and the bonus is that on arrival the staff make you feel like family! There was 8 of us in a busy service period but drinks were served, orders taken and wonderful good delivered.
Written 6 June 2020
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Kelsey m
2 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 family
Went in for some takeaway pizzas, at over $20 each you'd think they would be decent but nope. Would have been better off going to pizza hut and getting their $5 ones. Stuff all toppings and tiny thin base that was more greasy than the chips! Went in previously for lunch and the wait staff need some training! Got all our drinks last, other groups that came in after us got all of there's first? Again food was very average and not worth the restaurant prices they were charging! Used to be amazing and our favorite local place to eat but not anymore unfortunately.
Written 29 September 2022
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Astraman01
Auckland5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2020 none
Driving south to Taupo at the start of a busy post lockdown holiday weekend, this place was recommended by friends from Whangaparaoa. Top recommendation, the difficulty was choosing what to select from the menu or cabinet, the biggest disappoint being they weren’t opening on the public holiday so we could call in for round two in the way home. Will stop in again next time we are southbound
Written 3 June 2020
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JL13
Kerikeri78 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 none
The menu is extensive, medium priced, licensed. we were a party of three, I had the fish of the day "Gurnard" generous portions, cooked to perfection, with salad and fries. They offer some dishes not found on most menus in one place. Sticky Ribs, South Island Salmon, Pate, Jalapeno Poppers, Pork Belly sliders, Lamb Meat Balls... are some of the reasons the clientele is so varied. Great vibe, good friendly service, and very reasonable prices.
Written 2 February 2020
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Lois S
Whakatāne9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020 none
Had a wonderful meal of chicken liver pate (to share, could not have finished it myself!), pork belly roast with kumara and chorizo croquettes for me and melt in the mouth sure ribs for hubby. The place for a Thursday evening was buzzing! There was a large group of around 35 that all ordered before us but there was no delay in the meals arriving for us. Would highly recommend eating here!
Written 13 August 2020
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PeterN1999
Tauranga81 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 family
We went as a family of eight for lunch today, Sunday, luckily we booked as it was jammed. The food was fantastic, the service incredible. The menu is extensive, something for everyone. Between us we tried the fish tacos, hamburgers, crumbled fish and chips, prawn spaghetti, steamed mussels and loaded wedges. It was all excellent. Make it a destination or plan to stop when passing through on SH1.
Written 29 May 2021
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Paradise25603998879
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 couples
A delicious meal, cooked to perfection, and served by friendly, professional staff. A small town restaurant with big city vibes. If you're passing through Putaruru, treat yourself to a memorable lunch or dinner.
Written 29 January 2025
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Charles B
14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2020 none
Don’t be fooled by the roadside cafe appearance. This was some of the best food I’ve had in NZ. We had a shared platter and every item was stunning, from the beautiful soft mushroom arancini, to the stunning ham, even the balsamic was delicious. This should be a destination cafe. Puts most of Auckland to shame.
Written 11 June 2020
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Chris M
Tauranga6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 none
One had smashed avocado and a poached egg and the other meal was poached eggs and potato salad accompanied by a soy hot chocolate and a coffee. All delicious and well presented. Friendly and obliging staff and great value for money.
Written 6 January 2020
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