How is Split Bar & Restaurant rated?

'DOBRI DOSLI' - WELCOME TO SPLIT Enjoy a tasty cooked meal using fresh local produce and seafood, and succulent New Zealand lamb & beef. There is beer on tap and a range of beautiful New Zealand wines. Whether you are dining with us or simply wish to enjoy the atmosphere, a glass of wine and a delicious mezze platter after work, you are always welcome at Split. The two separate areas within Split, cater for a restaurant dining experience with cocktail bar, or a garden bar with a fun relaxed atmosphere, and a giant screen to entertain if desired. You can find us opposite the Post Office in Rathbone St, Whangarei.

PRICE RANGE

US$9 - US$21

Special Diets

Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Brunch

CUISINES

Bar, European, New Zealand

FEATURES

Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service

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krave123

55 reviews

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Won't be a 3rd Visit

2nd visit here... had hoped for a nice dinner out with my bestie. We were greeted and seated with nice friendly service (by the nice owner). However, that's unfortunately where it ended. We were then served by the (unfriendly owner). It was awful. He seemed...so uninterested, bordering rude. Our happy mood soon dissipated, receiving average food and listening to depressing music. An issue settling our bill, got chased down the road to come back and pay again (they had charged us for the wrong table). No apology. Awkward. Doubt we will bother again. 😕More

Date of visit: October 2023

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Nomad15491368269

1 review

Reviewed 27 September 2023

Not a dweeb

Manager is a very busy man consistently delivering great food and great service. I come here often and presume he has no time for dweebs like previous precious reviewer

Date of visit: September 2023

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Fearless56959837343

2 reviews

Reviewed 8 June 2023 via mobile

Dweeb

First impressions: This is the best way to describe the chap (owner/manager) rude is an understatement. Water apparently doesn’t come standard and is an intense effort. Food: Ok, but steak not medium rear Wine: Average and overpriced Overall… ok, but he is a dweeb

Date of visit: June 2023

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Coastal60766612210

1 review

Reviewed 17 May 2023

Great Food and service

Great food and service, would definitely go again. Friendly staff, food was quick to come out.. Good size meals.

Date of visit: May 2023

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FarAway60063960877

2 reviews

Reviewed 16 March 2023

great dinner out

We had been told about this restaurant by friends but never been so it was a long overdue dinner. . Good choice of meals , good service and they were extra large portions which we took home. Would definitely go back again. I had the...seafood chowder as a main and my partner had the beef rib-both delicious. No room left for dessert.More

Date of visit: March 2023

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Viv O

24 reviews

Reviewed 7 March 2023 via mobile

Thoroughly recommend, one of the best restaurants in town.

Great service, and delicious food. Visited as a group of 11 for my Mums birthday. The food was consistent; fresh, tasty and generous. A throughly enjoyable night.

Date of visit: March 2023

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Wayne M

335 reviews

Reviewed 11 January 2023

Excellent dinner

Great menu; excellent food and service; clearly busy and that is a good sign! Very enjoyable evening

Date of visit: November 2022

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673claires673

1 review

Reviewed 4 January 2023 via mobile

Terrible service. Arrogant boss

Service is terrible. Very arrogant manager/boss. Food is okay, But long waiting time. Won't come again. Not a happy lunch.

Date of visit: January 2023

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drriess

5 reviews

Reviewed 24 December 2022

What a gem!

Despite them being busy with a huge group and us having no reservation, we were greeted with a warm welcome. The BBQ-glazed short rib and prime scotch filet were simply fantastic. The staff was highly attentive and very nice. Definitely recommend this place.

Date of visit: December 2022

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LKBAussie

64 reviews

Reviewed 24 November 2022

Grabbed a late night dinner

Had a late night dinner here back in October after a very delayed commute up from Auckland. We were welcomed in warmly and it was no issue that it was well after 8:30pm. Service was great and the food was very nice, will come back...again next time we are in town.More

Date of visit: October 2022

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TeklaKridle

1 review

Reviewed 11 October 2022

We absolutely love Split!

Split topped our list of places to eat when we visited Whangarei. The food is just amazing and beautifully presented, with generous servings. The clam chowder is probably the best I have ever had. We went a few times - we loved the nachos and...the fish tacos. It will be our first port-of-call when we go back to Whangarei. The staff were friendly and attentive. We watched plate after plate being delivered to tables around us and everything looked amazing. Thanks so much guys. See you again.More

Date of visit: October 2022

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debrapO5180AH

2 reviews

Reviewed 25 August 2022

Anniversary lunch.

Would have given 5 stars if the room had have been warmer. Staff pleasant and efficient. Interesting range of food but I could not go past famous lamb's fry and bacon with port jelly and mushrooms and my husband enjoyed the seafood chowder. Excellent coffee.

Date of visit: August 2022

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sarahwK4516OH

2 reviews

Reviewed 10 February 2022

Excellent

A truly wonderful restaurant. The food was fantastic and the service unobtrusive and extremely caring. My family and I are from four corners of the globe and pretty well travelled and I am quite happy to say this is right up there with experiences we...have had in many different countries. I really cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough, looking at the restaurant set up it looks like it would be perfect for date night, birthday party or a wonderful lunch with friends. Please support this fantastic local business.More

Date of visit: February 2022

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trevorg01

43 reviews

Reviewed 30 January 2022 via mobile

Split is a great place to visit

Great service from the moment we booked the table , super quick/ attentive and brilliant drinks and very yum food - highly recommended

Date of visit: January 2022

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B1767YSjulieb

34 reviews

Reviewed 30 December 2021 via mobile

Beautifully presented and delicious!

Amazingly delicious food. Main off chicken breast with macadamia crust was cooked perfectly, tender and the pea puree with beans was a lovely compliment. The twice cooked pork belly, very well cooked and the accompliments unsophisticatedly exceptional. Dessert of creme brulee with berry compote was...one of the best I've tasted and the top was super crunchy, cashew and caramel baked cheesecake was well worth it! If you don't think you can fit dessert in, you should try! Great food, good service, glad we drove in from tutukaka for dinner. Highly recommend!More

Date of visit: December 2021

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