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The Boathouse Cafe & Bar

1 Fourth Avenue | Waiheke Island, Onetangi, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand
+64 9-372 2565
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Overview
  • Excellent57%
  • Very good26%
  • Average12%
  • Poor3%
  • Terrible2%
Travellers talk about
“brunch” (6 reviews)
“pizza” (20 reviews)
“seared tuna” (8 reviews)
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CUISINES
Bar, Cafe, Seafood, European, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
PRICE
$$ - $$$
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LOCATION
1 Fourth Avenue | Waiheke Island, Onetangi, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand
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1 - 10 of 194 reviews

Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile

Lovely establishment situated in a beautiful spot with spectacular views...we opted to have the takeaway meal as it was quite busy...the service at the counter although a lovely and pleasant person was to occupied that he didn't hear my order..food received went back to hotel...More

Thank mitzya7
Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

Great service and fantastic food and coffee. I would recommend the breakfast pancakes. Location is right on the sea front with a gorgeous view even on a rainy day.

Thank James H
Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

Me and my cousins visited this place last week. We were pleased with the service and the food, delicious! And oh, don’t forget the view! Spectacular! Just across the road is a beach.. perfect to hang out with friends and family.. very relaxing and welcoming!...More

Thank Jessie Y
Reviewed 1 week ago

Can get very busy here and I can see why, outside is a lovely place to sit. Staff are friendly. We had breakfast, pancakes are super, also a Benny was really nice and a big brekkie but go easy on the muchroom sauce made the...More

Thank chapbear
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

This restaurant has been subject to many owner changes over the past several years. None of them has succeeded in creating exactly the best menu and appropriate beachy decor as the current ownership has achieved. Simply it is excellent in food, service, friendliness and consistency....More

Thank rosa454
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Excellent place for lunch on Onetangi beach. I had the mussels and they were delicious - better than Mudbrick! Great view of the beach. Good for a relaxing lunch.

Thank thomasandannette
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

So this is definitely consistently the best food on the island. Great tastes, variation, price, staff and last but not least location right on the beach! I hear there’s been a change of ownership in te past year which is obviously a testament to this...More

Thank thebeatgirls
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Went for an early walk and stopped here for coffee. Ended up with big brekkie. Highly recommend it! Coffee was great. Fast service and location with beach view tops it

Thank 452saiv
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We eat here frequently and each time the very high standard of food, service and friendliness of staff is maintained. The restaurant has a lovely warm feel about it and the staff are wonderful as is the food. The fish dishes are especially good but...More

Thank Ngaio L
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

We enjoyed a great lunch of fish and chips and a vege stack at the boathouse. The vege stack was composed of sliced eggplant with haloumi cheese and a chilli jam. Chips were not greasy and obviously freshly prepared. Fish was fresh with a crisp...More

Thank LouLou22297701
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yvonne m
30 September 2017|
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Response from Robert W | Property representative |
Hi There. Yes we are open on NYE for lunch but will closing around 5.00pm that afternoon. If you would like to make a booking, please visit our website or send me your details and I will make the booking for you. Thanks Rob... More
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welltraveled2016
20 February 2017|
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Response from Robert W | Property representative |
Hi There. We are currently only holding it on Sundays at the moment. Thank you
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Restaurant Details

Rating summary
  • Food
    Service
  • Value
Average prices
US$9 - US$25
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
Restaurant features
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi
Good for
View, Local cuisine, Bar Scene, Special Occasion Dining, Kids, Child-friendly, Groups
Open Hours
Sunday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Location and Contact Information
  • Address: 1 Fourth Avenue | Waiheke Island, Onetangi, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand
  • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  North Island  >  Auckland  >  Waiheke Island  >  Onetangi
  • Phone Number: +64 9-372 2565
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Description
The Boathouse Café and Bar is simply a ‘must-do’ Waiheke Island experience. Take in the expansive ocean views from our incredible beachfront location while enjoying our fresh, tasty food in a vibrant and fun atmosphere. Our bar specialises in local wines and beer and has an impressive range of exotic cocktails. We combine two of life’s great pleasures, being by the ocean and enjoying a delicious meal in the company of good friends.
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