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This place was definitely a hidden (well not soooo hidden) gem! Located almost directly across from the Matamata I-site center, you really can't miss it. I have to admit, I didn't have time to find a place to eat in matamata while we waited for our bus to Hobbiton so it was just by chance we decided to give this place a try. Very cute seating area outside and we were going to sit out there but Leo (aweeeesome server!!!) told us there might be a lot of flies out there. So we opted to sit inside instead, thank you Leo! If there's one thing I hate, it's swatting away at flies while trying to eat a meal! We decided to order a few things and just share. My son ordered the kids pizza and my husband and I ordered the Buddha bowl and the Eowyns blessing pizza. The Buddha bowl was sooooooooooooo good. You have to get this if you're looking for a healthier option. It was beautiful and colorful and tasty. And let me tell you, the coconut rice is to diiiiiiieeee for. Best coconut rice I've had. Service was wonderful and our food came out pretty quick. We were ready to enjoy hobbiton on a happy stomach! If you're waiting for the hobbiton bus, make sure to stop in here to get a bite to eat before you go!
Very close to the tourist center (which looks like a hobbit house) and seems like a solid option for a sit down meal and drink here in Matamata. I tried a cider (good, a little sweet but still pretty light) and got the Buddha bowl. My boyfriend got the curry. I liked the Buddha bowl! Tasty broccolini and maple roasted kumara, half an avocado, beets, chicken, and rice. Was pretty refreshing! And they played happy birthday for 2 patrons while we were there on a Saturday. So obviously pretty festive.
We loved this place, the food was so incredible. We had a steak that was huge and cooked perfectly as well as a crispy pork dish. The stone bread side was perfection, and the fries were thick hand cut fries. I really liked the ambiance and our server was super nice. If I lived near here, I would make this my regular hangout!
The staff here is so friendly. We had Christina for our waitress tonight and she was absolutely amazing. She was very attentive, friendly and just amazing. The food was delicious, the atmosphere is awesome and the service was perfect. We chose this place after our B&B host recommended a handful of places. I had the ravioli which they make 100% from scratch. My husband had the cheeseburger and polenta fries which he said was delicious. My mum had the ribs which she devoured. The beer selection is fun...my hubby did the sampler and enjoyed all of them. If you're in the area, I would recommend this place.
We visited this pub/bar/eatery once for lunch and once for after-dinner drinks during our stay in Matamata. The lunch atmosphere is clean, cozy and welcoming. In my opinion, any menu that has Lord of the Rings inspired names is already off to a good start. We expected pub food and that's what we got. The fish and chips were average and the pizza I had was pretty good. It was a decent place for lunch - but don't go in expecting anything other than good, hearty pub food. When we returned in the evening, it felt like a local hang, and there was a rugby game on that gave it a more lively atmosphere. The bartender was friendly and chatty and we had a great time.
Super cute restaurant and bar with food that's far from your average pub fare. Service was friendly, and it was nice sitting outside on the big wooden tables with fresh flowers on each. We tried the Radler fish & chips (chips swapped out for avocado & tomato salsa + coriander? No problem) plus the scallop salad. Both were fresh, delicious and we polished the lot off! Only criticism was that the scallop dish could have had more scallops. Highlight was the homemade tartare with crispy capers.
This place is very overpriced, you can tell they just want to take advantage of tourists. The cocktail was so sweet I couldn't drink it. The pizza was really heavy and the cream cheese added on top was an odd addition. We ordered "Saurons fury" and cool as bro cocktail. My husband enjoyed the beer taster at least. We wouldn't return.
We came here after our tour at Hobbinton, which capped off the perfect LOTR themed morning. The ambiance included Lord of the Rings memorabilia and the pizzas on the menu were named in honor of the trilogy. The service was great and our waiter asked for our names so she could address us personally. Food came out quick and hot. Portions are big enough to share so everyone can try each dish. read more
We arrived in Matamata to meet the bus for our tour of Hobbiton, but we had about an hour to kill before the meeting time (and it was raining!) . Luckily, The Redboubt was open and was a nice warm place to kill an hour, have amazing snacks, and a few drinks. The Redoubt is located right at the I-SITE where you meet the bus, so you definitely can't miss it. It's decorated in all Lord of the Rings decor, down to the Hobbit hole style doorways/windows, getting you totally ready to get immersed in the journey you're about to take. We ordered a few beers to start and they arrived cold and crisp - definitely refreshing for a fun day in Hobbiton! Food-wise, we ordered the 3 Slider Selection, and picked the chicken, cranberry, burry, and brie sliders. They were super tasty and actually pretty large for "sliders" - and it even came with a small side of fries. We also shared the Redoubt's Famous Seafood Chowder, and it was super warming and hearty, but not too filling as it's seafood and not a heavier meaty base. With the delish food, awesome ambiance, and plentiful drinks - I definitely recommend stopping here if you're in Matamata for a Lord of the Rings tour, or for any other reason! read more
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2 years ago
This place was definitely a hidden (well not soooo hidden) gem! Located almost directly across from the Matamata I-site center, you really can't miss it. I have to admit, I didn't have time to find a place to eat in matamata while we waited for our bus to Hobbiton so it was just by chance we decided to give this place a try. Very cute seating area outside and we were going to sit out there but Leo (aweeeesome server!!!) told us there might be a lot of flies out there. So we opted to sit inside instead, thank you Leo! If there's one thing I hate, it's swatting away at flies while trying to eat a meal! We decided to order a few things and just share. My son ordered the kids pizza and my husband and I ordered the Buddha bowl and the Eowyns blessing pizza. The Buddha bowl was sooooooooooooo good. You have to get this if you're looking for a healthier option. It was beautiful and colorful and tasty. And let me tell you, the coconut rice is to diiiiiiieeee for. Best coconut rice I've had. Service was wonderful and our food came out pretty quick. We were ready to enjoy hobbiton on a happy stomach! If you're waiting for the hobbiton bus, make sure to stop in here to get a bite to eat before you go! read more
Very close to the tourist center (which looks like a hobbit house) and seems like a solid option for a sit down meal and drink here in Matamata. I tried a cider (good, a little sweet but still pretty light) and got the Buddha bowl. My boyfriend got the curry. I liked the Buddha bowl! Tasty broccolini and maple roasted kumara, half an avocado, beets, chicken, and rice. Was pretty refreshing! And they played happy birthday for 2 patrons while we were there on a Saturday. So obviously pretty festive. read more
We loved this place, the food was so incredible. We had a steak that was huge and cooked perfectly as well as a crispy pork dish. The stone bread side was perfection, and the fries were thick hand cut fries. I really liked the ambiance and our server was super nice. If I lived near here, I would make this my regular hangout! read more
9 years ago
The staff here is so friendly. We had Christina for our waitress tonight and she was absolutely amazing. She was very attentive, friendly and just amazing. The food was delicious, the atmosphere is awesome and the service was perfect. We chose this place after our B&B host recommended a handful of places. I had the ravioli which they make 100% from scratch. My husband had the cheeseburger and polenta fries which he said was delicious. My mum had the ribs which she devoured. The beer selection is fun...my hubby did the sampler and enjoyed all of them. If you're in the area, I would recommend this place. read more
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We visited this pub/bar/eatery once for lunch and once for after-dinner drinks during our stay in Matamata. The lunch atmosphere is clean, cozy and welcoming. In my opinion, any menu that has Lord of the Rings inspired names is already off to a good start. We expected pub food and that's what we got. The fish and chips were average and the pizza I had was pretty good. It was a decent place for lunch - but don't go in expecting anything other than good, hearty pub food. When we returned in the evening, it felt like a local hang, and there was a rugby game on that gave it a more lively atmosphere. The bartender was friendly and chatty and we had a great time. read more
5 years ago
12 years ago
The food, service and beer were so good I added a place on yelp. Try the risotto. Sean was an amazing server. read more
10 years ago
Super cute restaurant and bar with food that's far from your average pub fare. Service was friendly, and it was nice sitting outside on the big wooden tables with fresh flowers on each. We tried the Radler fish & chips (chips swapped out for avocado & tomato salsa + coriander? No problem) plus the scallop salad. Both were fresh, delicious and we polished the lot off! Only criticism was that the scallop dish could have had more scallops. Highlight was the homemade tartare with crispy capers. read more
10 years ago
9 years ago
We had an amazing day traveling through New Zealand today and found an awesome place to stop for a few pictures and then an even better place that had a $15 Steak special that we couldn't pass up. A most definite stop in Matamata if your travels bring you this way. Enjoy!!! read more
8 years ago
This place is very overpriced, you can tell they just want to take advantage of tourists. The cocktail was so sweet I couldn't drink it. The pizza was really heavy and the cream cheese added on top was an odd addition. We ordered "Saurons fury" and cool as bro cocktail. My husband enjoyed the beer taster at least. We wouldn't return. read more
10 years ago
Great food beer and service. Cool decor too. My raviolis were good maybe a bit rich with the sauce. Gotta love water out of a gin bottle. I felt like a true alcoholic read more
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