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The Point Cafe

58 ESplanada, Kaka Point, New Zealand
+64 3-412 8800
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Overview
  • Excellent28%
  • Very good38%
  • Average18%
  • Poor8%
  • Terrible8%
Travellers talk about
“seafood platter” (20 reviews)
“salad” (15 reviews)
“battered cod” (2 reviews)
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CUISINES
Bar, Cafe, Seafood, Pub, New Zealand, Contemporary, Gluten Free Options
PRICE
$$ - $$$
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LOCATION
58 ESplanada, Kaka Point, New Zealand
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11 - 20 of 148 reviews

Reviewed 23 November 2017

We randomly stopped by this place on our way back from Nugget point. Restaurant was close but bar was open and the staff was friendly and was able to hook us up with some good food. I loved there toast with tomato and pineapple. There...More

Thank Savi K
Reviewed 19 November 2017 via mobile

Would highly recommend this place - best fish and chips. After driving and sight seeing most of the day it was great to sit here and relax. We got the blue cod pan fried with chips and salad. And cheesecake special for dessert. Friendly staff...More

Thank Alison C
Reviewed 31 October 2017

The only cafe, restaurant and bar at Kaka Point. Served great food. Treated ourselves to Whitebait fritters (2 decent sized fritters), and battered blue cod. So delicious. We were advised the restaurant closes around 7-7.30pm. So make sure you get in before then or ask...More

Thank Gee8246
Reviewed 30 October 2017

Our party of 14 turned up to The Point Café for lunch, we had not booked - The staff were amazing we did not have to wait long before food and beverages were placed in front of us - talk about efficiency. The blue cod...More

Thank Cassidy C
Reviewed 27 October 2017

After reviewing all the various places to eat in Kaka Point - NOT - we decided to have dinner the The Point Cafe. Actually, it's the only place to eat in Kaka Point. So, the decision was fast and decisive. The PC is a combo...More

Thank SanFranciscoGuy634
Reviewed 23 October 2017

Although the host was a bit gruff (not as welcoming as he could have been), our waitress was friendly and helpful and our reserved table was ready for us. We tried the fried prawns and they were very good, and my pasta special (fettuccine with...More

Thank Bi-coaster
Reviewed 22 October 2017 via mobile

I’ve had a few seafood platters in my time and often I get to the end of them thinking that I’d wished I’d chosen something else because there was just too much deep fried battered food. Not so here tho...instead I was treated to a...More

Thank richyk3107
Reviewed 17 October 2017

We went to have a light lunch & catch up. Couldn't fault it. Dining room warm & cosy - great view over the sea. Toasted sandwiches delicious & our choice of cakes to go with our coffees lovely. Friendly helpful staff. Put "The Point" on...More

Thank NZJess
Reviewed 7 October 2017 via mobile

Loved the seafood platter for two - such a great variety. Fish pieces, mussels, scallops, prawns; coupled with salad and chips,and accompanied by a local wine - we were deeply satisfied

Thank teeay65
Reviewed 3 October 2017 via mobile

I often look at the seafood platter on a menu and think it's just too many opportunities to disappoint me on one plate. Boy was I surprised and happy I ordered it. Everything on the plate was perfect. My wife's chicken full parcels were also...More

Thank MikeCurtis69
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Restaurant Details

Rating summary
  • Food
    Service
  • Value
    Atmosphere
Cuisine
Bar, Cafe, Seafood, Pub, New Zealand, Contemporary, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Restaurant features
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar
Good for
Kids, Child-friendly, View
Location and Contact Information
  • Address: 58 ESplanada, Kaka Point, New Zealand
  • Location: South Pacific  >  New Zealand  >  South Island  >  Otago Region  >  Kaka Point
  • Phone Number: +64 3-412 8800
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