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    La Pancetta

    92 Reviews
    #3 of 14 Restaurants in Greytown
    $$ - $$$Italian, Mediterranean, European
    123 Main Street | Wakelin House, Greytown 5712, New Zealand
    +64 6-304 8869
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    Overview
    4.0
    92 reviews
    • Excellent59%
    • Very good20%
    • Average10%
    • Poor7%
    • Terrible4%
    Travellers talk about
    “cured meats” (17 reviews)
    “pancetta” (23 reviews)
    “pork” (9 reviews)
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    CUISINES
    Italian, Mediterranean, European, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
    PRICE
    $$ - $$$
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    123 Main Street | Wakelin House, Greytown 5712, New Zealand
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    1 - 10 of 91 reviews

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Refreshing end to our NZ tour

    Having experienced many wonderful restaurants around NZ on our farewell tour, La Pancetta was a real highlight. We were craving something refreshing and Rachael delivered in spades. We visited late on a quiet Thursday so were spoilt with delightful conversation of enviable European experiences. The...More

    Thank RhysterNZ
    Rachel P, Owner at La Pancetta, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Well it was lovely to meet you, talk Europe and meet you. So glad you enjoyed your evening with us, and do keep in touch! Rachel Owner/Chef

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    midsummer life-saver

    We phoned late for our booking so Rachel suggested some potato skins for our arrival from a bush walk, with a glass of mineral water quickly poured before we enjoyed a slow glass of prosecco while we chose: spicy squid tentacles and house-cured salmon, then...More

    Thank Ruth898
    Rachel P, Owner at La Pancetta, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thanks and good to see you both back here! Always happy to cook for you, and glad you enjoyed your experience!

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    New Years Dinner

    What a wonderful location in the heart of Greytown. We celebrated New Years here and were not disappointed, wonderful home cooking at it’s best, with friendly staff and great attention at all times. We had a selection of Cheese Balls(wonderful) followed by a selection of...More

    Thank Trenham Ian Weatherhead
    Rachel P, Owner at La Pancetta, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Thanks for dining with us. We are glad you enjoyed the experience!

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Great cuted meats.

    Go here every time i travel through Grey town. The food is great. The cured meats are excellent. Don't go past call in and treat yourself.

    Thank jaspd
    Rachel P, Owner at La Pancetta, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Thanks for your lovely comments, we look forward to seeing you here again soon.

    Reviewed 18 December 2017 via mobile
    Pleasantly different

    We arrived for lunch slightly later than usual on a very hot sunny day. We were the only customers and chose a shaded table outside in the lovely courtyard. It was such a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere surrounded by climbing plants, citrus trees and herbs which...More

    Thank zuchinibee
    Rachel P, Owner at La Pancetta, responded to this reviewResponded 5 weeks ago

    Thanks for dining with us at La Pancetta, and thanks for sharing the pleasure of your experience. We look forward to seeing you here again and Mia is waiting!

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    Reviewed 13 December 2017 via mobile
    Whanau birthday lunch

    Beautiful food - ate tapa style which suits our family - we share and want to try everything! We ate in the garden which gave us privacy and we were well looked after by our welcoming host Rachel and her staff. We will come again.

    Thank A TripAdvisor Member
    Rachel P, Owner at La Pancetta, responded to this reviewResponded 19 December 2017

    Thanks, it was lovely to have you all in the kitchen garden!

    Reviewed 7 December 2017
    A friendly place to dine

    We enjoyed our pizza and drinks on a quiet evening. Staff were very friendly and we'd recommend this place to anyone. Well Done

    Thank Bryan F
    Reviewed 7 November 2017 via mobile
    Disarray disappointed

    We had dinner here Saturday night. Unusually we were not offered a wine list and no mention made until we asked for one. We were told there was no wine list as they were preparing a new one. Offered red or white we chose white...More

    Thank Playerdeb
    Reviewed 23 October 2017 via mobile
    Glad to be back

    Having just returned from a holiday in Italy where I increased my appreciation for authentic Italian food, it was fantastic to eat food that is true Italian food. Fresh local produce including cloudy bay clams, local fresh fish, local olive oils... the list goes on....More

    Thank Maz R
    Reviewed 22 October 2017 via mobile
    Relaxed garden setting

    Stopped for a light lunch on a nice warm day. Was great sitting outside in the lovely courtyard. We shared a platter of cured meats and salad. Lovely food. The cheese plate was a good end to the meal. Plenty of options on the menu...More

    Thank Murray P
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
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    • Value
    Cuisine
    Italian, Mediterranean, European, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Restaurant features
    Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Highchairs Available
    Good for
    Business meetings, Child-friendly, Kids
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    Thursday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Friday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Saturday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 123 Main Street | Wakelin House, Greytown 5712, New Zealand
    • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  North Island  >  Greater Wellington  >  Wairarapa  >  Greytown
    • Phone Number: +64 6-304 8869
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