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    Solar Eating House

    170 Reviews
    #5 of 11 Restaurants in Oneroa
    $$ - $$$Cafe,
    New Zealand
    , Vegetarian Friendly
    139 Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand
    +64 9-372 2133
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    Overview
    4.0
    170 reviews
    • Excellent40%
    • Very good37%
    • Average15%
    • Poor4%
    • Terrible4%
    Travellers talk about
    “brunch” (10 reviews)
    “nachos” (4 reviews)
    “poached eggs” (5 reviews)
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    CUISINES
    Cafe, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
    RATINGS
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    Value
    Atmosphere
    LOCATION
    139 Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand
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    1 - 10 of 161 reviews

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Bad attitude outweighed the positives

    My daughter, friend and I visited on a quiet Wednesday morning for brunch. The atmosphere was nice with a good choice of items on the menu. We chose the kids French toast, the bacon Benedict and the salmon Benedict. The drinks (1 flat white, 1...More

    Thank hollylourobinson
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Ungracious chef / Sad brunch

    I ordered the salmon Benedict which comes with ciabatta toast, rocket, eggs, hollandaise, salmon and a "hash cake" I think it's called? (potato fried, like a hash browni I guess. Sounded really yum! I've had it in the past and it has been really yum!...More

    Thank Trek818895
    Reviewed 12 July 2018 via mobile
    Best salt and pepper squid we have had in a long while

    Great squid . Super views. Avoid the crowds at the places closer in town. Had the Obsidian Syrah while we waited. Wonderful Waiheke island red

    Thank LizzieM409
    Reviewed 28 April 2018 via mobile
    Coffee Stop before the Ferry

    Coffee wasn’t hot, great views though. Muffins were very tasty - a bit disappointing considering a great spot.

    Thank Karen M
    Reviewed 21 April 2018 via mobile
    Wonderful views, interesting drinks

    We needed a place for dairy free toddler to eat. Solar was great - made sure food was dairy free. Hot drinks are a bit different - Energiser juice was carrot & beetroot. Iced tea was cranberry & carrot. Great views, quirky decor, clean toilets....More

    Thank wellingt0nkirby
    Reviewed 19 April 2018
    A great brunch over the breathtaking scenery :)

    A nice place for brunch/lunch with good food and great scenery in the small town area :) Easy accessible, clean and relaxing environment.

    Thank IreneTan615
    Reviewed 18 April 2018
    Lunchtimes

    We stopped for lunch here, pleasant staff, food not too bad, but such small portions. Portion of chips $10, nowhere near enough even for a six year old. Coffee, just warm and bitter. I’ve never done a review before, but was so angry, especially after...More

    2  Thank Gerrikins31
    Reviewed 2 April 2018
    Great Coffee

    A pleasant and very popular cafe in the heart of Oneroa. We enjoyed views over the bay from our courtyard table and the coffee was voted the best we'd had over the long weekend.

    Thank SandLexia
    Reviewed 16 March 2018 via mobile
    Quick breakfast and bus change

    We came in for a quick breakfast and tea for two along with needing change for the bus. They gave us the exact change we needed and our food came out quick! Lots of room and seating, some indoor and some outdoor. Clean bathrooms. Friendly...More

    Thank RussianAllAround
    Reviewed 13 March 2018
    Pricey, Poor Internet, service was average, but a good view.

    Always good to try the local cafes and find what suits. I like to visit a cafe with internet and this place gives you an hour coupon, the food was pricey, but the view is nice. Come for coffee, but there are other places to...More

    Thank ErikH3181
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    US$8 - US$14
    Cuisine
    Cafe, New Zealand, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
    Restaurant features
    Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Reservations, Free Wifi
    Good for
    Groups, Child-friendly, View, Kids
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Monday
    8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Tuesday
    8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Wednesday
    8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Thursday
    8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Friday
    8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Saturday
    8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 139 Ocean View Road, Oneroa, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1081, New Zealand (Formerly Solar Cafe & Restaurant)
    • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  North Island  >  Auckland  >  Waiheke Island  >  Oneroa
    • Phone Number: +64 9-372 2133
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    Description
    Cool, Stylish Cafe and Restaurant at the top of Oneroa with fantastic breakfasts and amazing sea views. Oneroa's only garden bar overlooking the Hauraki Gulf. Huge outdoor areas, family friendly fun room and real outside castle.
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