What a refreshing rustic restaurant and fresh food market located in Motueka. Loved the natural,…read morerustic, and open restaurant area located just past the doors upon entering the food market, its expansive floor plan rotating between different indoor and outdoor areas. They are family-owned and operated, the love and attention put into the natural, wooded space quite apparent. Menu items are sourced locally so they are as fresh as possible. I had the Lamb Burger with their "world famous" slow roasted lamb patty, topped with a fresh picked salad, mint jelly, and tomato salsa. The lamb burger patty was actually shredded meat -- rather than minced -- and packed into a puck. It was a little tough to tear the meat, a fork coming in handy to eventually deconstruct the burger. The salad portion was extraordinary as well, requiring the use of the fork to pick away at it before crafting the burger/ sandwich. Overall though, it was ultra yummy, scrumptious burger, the mint jelly combo enhancing the enjoyability greatly. It left me feeling satiated though not overly bloated. The freshness was prominent indeed. Beers were flowing and while they claim to host a keg of nearby Hop Federation, the single offering was somewhat basic (a pilsener). I actually opted for a local Pinot Noir, a lovely pairing with the Lamb Burger. The TOAD Hall is an easy option while in Motueka and Tasman area!

Toad Hall Cafe is a gem! Beautiful and slightly rustic restaurant with a lovely country store…read moreattached. Excellent menu for breakfast and lunch (my boys LOVED the Biscoff French Toast, I enjoyed the eggs Benedict on sour dough and excellent coffee). Outdoor play area for kids, some lovely outdoor seating too. We may actually eat here all 3 days of our trip to the area!

Super friendly staff and chill vibe. We had a lamb burger with truffle salt fries. Super good. Like…read morethe crunchies in the little fries which must come from actual potatoes instead of frozen carp like in the US lol.

Good beer selection and sandwiches. Nice outdoor seating on closed off street. Some umbrellas if…read moreyou want to get out of the sun. Good staff - very friendly. At the base of the cathedral steps. Had the snappy Gilmore - snapper sandwich. Great topping on it. Delicious and generous portions.

Sprig + Fern operates a myriad of taverns and taprooms throughout the Nelson-Tasman region. While…read morethe actual brewery is located in Richmond, you can only drink (and eat) at the satellite locations. This one seemed a more scenic spot with its location near Tahunanui Beach. It doesn't sit on the beach (nothing does), but it was quite peaceful to sit on the patio, drinking up some Vitamin D, salt air wafting through the air. Delicious pub food is to be had with some creative inclusions like bao buns and seafood. We had a lamb burger and poke bowl alongside some suds. The Nectaron Pale really set things alight with its punchiness though the West Coast Awesome Mix was a worthy contender. In general, though, their beers are on the lighter side with an even grassiness. They even have ciders for more light options. The bites were yummy enough though the poke bowl's avocado was quite over ripe. Easy pickings for free street parking right out front. If you do desire to pop into one of the Sprig+Fern locations, this one should be it!

What an excellent place to eat, with friendly service, delicious food and a great atmosphere. We…read moreall enjoyed our meals - the classic burger and fries and the pulled lamb tacos were particularly impressive. Totally recommend and would go back.

This Wednesday afternoon market was not large, but had a decent amount on offer. I was able to get…read moresome very firm fresh peppers (apparently not called capsicum in New Zealand), as well as some decent hot food from inside the market and from street vendors outside the market (which are probably not part of the market and may be there on other days). Notably, the dosa truck was quite busy. The Asian vendor I went outside to for a stir fry was very intent on using his fish/oyster sauce, but was willing to have me walk him through making a vegetarian stir fry, and you know what? It was delicious.

Nice little cafe in quiet Motueka, at the base of Abel Tasman. They have lots of freshly made…read morethings to choose from in the cabinet and a full, all day breakfast menu. We ordered the museli, cheddar drop scone which was huge and a blueberry sour cream cake. Coffee was strong, and everything was fresh. Food came out fast and the ladies behind the counter were great. Recommended for a breakfast or lunch stop!

Cute little cafe for breakfast…read more There is all day breakfast and then lunch on the menu, with mostly the typical fare of eggs, pancakes, panini, salads, sandwiches, fish & chips and the like. I had the pancakes, which came with maple syrup, berry sauce, a bud of whipped cream, and a slice of bacon. Vegetarian also available. The pancakes were a tad dry, but helped by the syrup. There were two pancakes, fairly wide and thick enough to make it a good serving. Service was friendly and fast enough, but it's not fast food here. 4.25 stars

A very popular road-side stop on the pursuit to the West Coast and/ or Nelson Lakes NP. Very glad…read morethey were open on Good Friday and early. They feature many a classic pie flavor with most just under 8 NZD. I had the Steak and Cheese Pie, its puff pastry lid possessing quite the buttery, melty and flakey character with a very dense base. Said base held up well structurally though the level of flakiness in the lid is quite next level, so a mess you will leave. Steak pieces in the filling were chunky and immersed in a deep, RICH, and very well-developed gravy. A little salty from the cheese addition, but, man, super filling! Coffee was also served in the morning from Sublime Coffee Roasters with the option to bring your own cup for a discounted price. Parking available in the dirt lot and plenty of easy pickings off street. We ate outside at one of the crumby tables before continuing on our road trip.

Great ambiance. Friendly waitress. Looked clean and stylistically decorated. Bathrooms nice and…read moreclean. Food was above average, excellent sized proportions. My hubby had the burger - it was massive and he loved it. Daughter had the chicken and waffles which were a little spicy for her taste. I had the brisket and eggs. Perfectly poached eggs and great bread. Unfortunately the brisket wasn't great, a little tough and lots of fat. Overall I would recommend and would return to try other items. They had a nice looking outdoor area also.

I can't believe I haven't made a review for this place yet! I spent a lot of nights and hungover…read moremornings here haha. In my final few months in New Zealand I lived in a super small town, less than like 7k people small. It only had 1 main street and this was one of the few highlights of it. This restaurant is popular for the bbq, the inside of it gives off a USA vibe too. It had a big old looking front of a farm truck that they used as their cafe order window, barrels everywhere(hence the name) felt like I was somewhere in the middle of America eating here. As far as the food goes, it's a versatile place. The BBQ is their specialty but they also have some fun breakfast items and, a fantastic gourmet donut selection. I've had the pork ribs and lamb ribs, I loved both equally as much. Can't go wrong with either choice. If you're there for lunch give the brisket burger a try! And for breakfast try out the donuts or get the smoked slamon eggs benny on a bagel with a Chai Latte! Chai in New Zealand just hots different. They also have a carnivore brunch platter which is something I would expect in the deepest parts of Texas haha. So if that's your thing go for it. Sausage and bacon are really the only meats I can do for breakfast. The nice thing about their breakfast menu is it's all day! The prices are pretty high here, but it's one of the only "nicer" restaurants within about 20km, so I guess it's understandable that you pay for some quality food and a nice night out dinner. I enjoyed this place a lot. All the memories with friends, the friendly staff, great food at any time of the day. It kinda reminded me of home and that was comfy. It's a 5 star from me!