Pātaka Kai Restaurant, Bar, & Café - the only restaurant in the world that overlooks our magnificent Pōhutu Geyser.
Dine on the deck or inside, while enjoying the full view through our floor-to-ceiling glass windows. For unique evening dining, be sure to try our dinner buffet, where you’ll see Pōhutu lit up under the stars.
Each dish has a twist of authentic Māori cuisine then crafted with locally sourced and freshly prepared ingredients by our award-winning chefs. From Steamed Puddings to Kai Moana (Seafood), Mānuka Smoked Ham, Hāngī Chicken, Pātaka Kai has something to tempt all taste buds with our tantalizing dishes.
Bookings are essential. Entry into Pātaka Kai Restaurant is now via the main entrance or Waharoa to Te Puia. Our reservations team will greet you in our arrivals lounge and direct you to the restaurant. Exit is via our Oha Gift Store.
Brunch is always a treat, so to make it remarkable, come and sit amidst the spectacle of an erupting geyser and enjoy our delectable delights...
From freshly baked breakfast pastries, to fluffy pancakes and the allure of rēwena fried bread paired with golden syrup and butter, the offerings at Pātaka Kai are a celebration of Aotearoa.
Delight in the delicate flavours of manuka smoked king salmon, savour twice-cooked sticky glazed pork ribs, enjoy buttermilk fried chicken or our seafood boil.
For those keen on breakfast classics, grilled maple bacon and eggs beckons, while creamy mushrooms seasoned with horopito add an indigenous herb twist.
Please note: This is a seasonal offering. Buffet Brunch will run from 3–5 April and then every Sunday until 27 September 2026.
6-course degustation with drink pairings (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options) available July 3, 17, 31 and August 7, 14 and 21 .
Let your senses lead the way through an unforgettable evening of flavour, texture and aroma. Each course in this carefully crafted degustation draws inspiration from seasonal ingredients, cultural connection, and culinary creativity — designed to awaken a different sense with every bite.
From the earthy essence of Aotearoa’s native ingredients to the vibrant freshness of the coast and forest, every dish is paired with a perfectly matched wine or handcrafted non-alcoholic beverage to enhance the experience.
