Eat and Drink

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Fresh, seasonal and locally grown, the Waikato’s food and drink scene reflects the region’s rich agricultural roots. From cafés and farmers’ markets to artisan cheese, craft beer, local wine and seasonal produce, it’s a destination made for flavour seekers.
Restaurants & Dining Options
The Waikato region has an abundance of top quality dining options - from award-winning restaurants and wine & tapas bars to gourmet eateries and cafes.
The Best of Waikato: A Guide to the Local Food Scene
Explore standout food experiences across the region and plan your next delicious stop.
The Stories Behind Waikato’s Food
The food scene in the Waikato attracts the best, not only the best culinary creatives, but also people who enjoy the best food and beverages.
Pick Your Own Fruit
Fruit never tastes better than when it is freshly picked – warmed by the sun and oh so sweetly juicy.
Waikato Berry Festival
From visiting berry farms picking your own to enjoying berry fruit ice creams or tasting seasonal dishes, there are many ways for locals and our visitors alike to enjoy the Waikato’s berry bounty.
Top Coffee Spots in Waikato
The Waikato is home to a number of skilled coffee roasters and top baristas making delicious brews - from flat whites and long blacks to cappuccino and macchiato.
Top Ice Cream Places in the Waikato
In the Waikato region, which is the dairy farming heartland of the country and where berries and many other kinds of fruit are cultivated, you’re never far from a shop or eatery serving up ice cream.