The Boat Shed Bar & Grill
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Hours
Sun
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Mon
10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Tue
10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Wed
10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Thu
10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Sat
10:00 am - 11:30 pm
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Food and ambience
Local cuisine, Bar, Seafood, Polynesian, Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
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Details
CUISINES
Bar, Seafood, Polynesian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.0
832 reviews
Excellent
330
Very good
309
Average
123
Poor
42
Terrible
28
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steve
Hamilton1 contribution
Apr 2024 • couples
My partner and I recently dined at this restaurant, anticipating a delightful meal based on recommendations to dine here. The server was pleasant, but the overall service was quite slow, with our meals taking 45 minutes to an hour to arrive.
I specifically inquired about onions in the Hawaiian pizza when ordering, as I don’t care for them. I asked if they could be excluded but was assured that the onions were finely chopped and actually part of a pre-made mix. The pizza arrived with large onion slices. Additionally, the menu failed to mention the presence of capsicum, another ingredient I dislike, which is not typical for a Hawaiian pizza. It would’ve been nice to have a pizza base that was made from freshly made dough rather than a frozen base.
When I shared my disappointment with the waitress, she seemed receptive but made no mention of being able to update the menu to reflect the dish’s ingredients accurately. We also overheard another table expressing dissatisfaction with the chicken curry.
We hope this feedback encourages the restaurant to improve its menu descriptions and address the consistency of its dishes, ensuring a more enjoyable experience for diners.
This review is in no way reflective of the service we received from the waitress who was lovely.
Written 24 April 2024
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sydneysider48
Sydney1203 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
We dined here at night on a number of occasions during our stay on Aitutaki. The restaurant has a great atmosphere, with a verandah and outside area overlooking the reef. The menu is quite extensive and interesting, and all of our meals were excellent. Food, cocktails and wine were all reasonably priced and the service was attentive and friendly.
Written 31 August 2023
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Pitts Coach
Crookwell27 contributions
Jul 2023 • couples
We visited on a busy Sunday evening for dinner, after hearing mixed reviews after we had made our booking was wasn’t sure what to expect. BUT the service was great , food was fast to be delivered to the table and the meals were excellent, we had the fish and chips and fish curry. The curry was full of fish and the curry had a great flavour. The fish and chips was also beautifully cooked and 2 large pieces. The cocktails was the cheapest we found on the island and big sizes. Would highly recommend the boat shed
Written 10 July 2023
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Daydream800448
8 contributions
Apr 2024 • couples
Chicken curry was Watties mixed veges topped with sliced fried chicken, topped with a bland curry sauce. Swordfish steaks thin, overcooked and dry. Serving staff had no idea what the Sauvignon Blanc was, and couldn't be bothered finding out. Restaurant very quiet, even though we were told on phone last booking was 1830. They need a cook who cares. I will never go back again
Written 13 April 2024
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pizote67
Sondrio547 contributions
Aug 2023 • family
We went for lunch and dinner, and both times we waited more than 1 hour to be served (with the restaurant half empty). Our waitress was more than annoyed and 5 minutes after she served our pizzas she told us: "when you are ready you can pay at the counter". This was the only bad experience on our 15 days long Cook Islands holiday. Far better options in Aitutaki
Written 15 September 2023
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Joandharley
Kerikeri41 contributions
Oct 2023 • couples
Incredible food. We had the sushi (salmon), sashimi (tuna) and fish cakes (not sure but yummy) and we definitely over ordered for two but it was so delicious we ate it all anyway! Service was really friendly. We also really enjoyed the 70’s and 80’s music videos.
Written 15 October 2023
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David N
Yungaburra24 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
During a two week stay on Aitutaki we dinned here the majority of our stay. The food offers value for money with great flavor, great portion size and a good selection of menu items.
The service by the girls was fantastic, the girls even when busy still maintained a smile and professionalism.
If you visit Aitutaki this is a place you must visit.
Written 7 March 2023
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ZenShell
Christchurch194 contributions
Jan 2022 • none
I was told this was the best place to go on Sunday. I saw more people here & liveliness than any other spot I had been to. A great mix of locals and tourists, kids enjoying themselves and the service by the two beautifully dressed staff was top notch as it was a full house.
They had damask table clothes with island prints over top for indoor dining & loads of memorablia to take in.
Food was reasonably priced. Sadly no raw fish nor sashimi but supplies at mo can be a issue. We had all starters and drinks which came to $45 a head - pretty good for a 5pm arrival & 10pm departure. I enjoyed their twist on a nasi goreng.
The karaoke was a surprise bonus & the locals & staff led the show. Was fantastic.
Loads of smiles shared and will have special memories of this.
Thanks to Poporoa Rentals too for giving a tour when it was shut and inviting me back.
Great fun!
Written 25 January 2022
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spraggbj
Christchurch161 contributions
Jul 2022 • couples
Our fifth visit to Aitutaki and we decided to head to the Boatshed on our first night as it was close to our accommodation. Only half of the menu was available so we went for a Fish of the Day and a Fish Curry. The fish of the day was reheated not cooked from fresh. It was dry and fairly tasteless. My fish curry was simply awful. The curry flavour was from a powder … the type my Nana used to have. It was gritty and bitter. My wife’s cocktail was served without any garnish in a tall glass and described as ‘coconut milk mixed with petrol.’ At least the shared deep fried ice cream was nice at the end. We didn’t return in our seven night stay on Aitutaki as there are much better options elsewhere on the island. A shame as we’ve had some really good meals there in the past.
Written 18 July 2022
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Kevin T
Auckland1194 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
An alternative to where we stayed and seemed really popular. We ate there a couple of times and the food was plentiful and good value. Both times there seemed to be only a couple of staff available and with 30 odd people waiting to be served it meant a lengthy wait. I have no problem with “island time” and embrace a relaxed approach but be prepared if it’s busy. Enjoy…..
Written 25 August 2023
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Alana K
Karratha23 contributions
Oct 2023 • couples
We had dinner here this week. Yummo to the fish and chips! Big serve with 2 fillets of good quality white fish in crunchy batter. Plus chips and salad for $20. Value for money and nice staff.
Written 15 October 2023
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Hans
Montreal102 contributions
Oct 2024 • couples
Restaurant in the form of a fisherman's cabin, very nice view of the beach.
The food is good without more.
We came across a crab claw inside a breaded doughnut...
Steak was not the best piece (full of nerves and fat)
For the rest, the cocktails are good.
Quick service
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Written 23 October 2024
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wardclark
New Zealand78 contributions
Aug 2023 • family
Was not my first pick of restaurants close by the Lagoon Resort but with Blue Lagoon having a buffet night, we chose to dine here and was pleasantly surprised. This restaurant reminds me of swashbucklers in Auckland which quirky memorabilia around the walls. The food was good value and lots of it. Staff were lovely but food service a little bit slow as there were a few people in there.
Written 24 August 2023
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Rigger Reid
Timaru582 contributions
Jan 2022 • none
Stunning location, nice warm breeze during those sunny days
Interesting place to visit lots of nautical memorabilia to look at
Had a evening meal here, Tuna Sashimi to start which was yummy, fish curry and fish and chips, good size portions and was great food.
The curry sauce was yummy to dip your chips in !!!
Had fresh salad on the side with fish and chips which needed a dressing which is a minor point. Was a good feed.
You can dine inside or outside
Staff were friendly and we had good service, there was karaoke on Sunday night.
Written 23 January 2022
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Mel Warwick
Otaki7 contributions
Jun 2024 • couples
This is a really great restaurant. The food is tasty and the menu has a great range of options to choose from. My hubbie loves seafood and steak. I like Asian style food. There was a perfect mix. The pad Thai is delicious and so was the rendang curry. My hubbie had fish and chips and a surf and turf steak. Fantastic. (Yes we went back for a second night it was that good. May even try for a third if we have time]. The staff were awesome.
Highly recommend the Boat shed. Just follow the beer signs along the runway road.
Written 6 June 2024
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