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    The Redoubt Bar And Eatery

    4.1 (27 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Menu 3/2020
    Jen M.

    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!

    Buddha bowl
    Amanda I.

    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.

    Crispy pork!
    Paul M.

    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!

    Kelli W.

    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.

    Vivian G.

    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.

    Jessica C.

    The food, service and beer were so good I added a place on yelp. Try the risotto. Sean was an amazing server.

    Beer battered fish, homemade tartare, crispy capers and avocado+tomato salsa in exchange for hand cut fries.
    Ella B.

    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.

    $15 Steak Night... with a side of egg. Yummy!!!
    Stuart F.

    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!!!

    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.

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    We loved The Redoubt! Fabulous service, ambiance and the food was fantastic! Great dinner following our day at Hobbiton.

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    Beautifully plated breakfast dishes served by dedicated staff in a charming environment

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    This place has the best lamb that I have eaten in my time in NZ. I picked it because all the Hobbits are there and was extremely satisfied

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    Great time in here, stuffed chicken was fun and tasty, waitstaff friendly, don't miss

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    Review Highlights - The Redoubt Bar And Eatery

    We ordered a few beers to start and they arrived cold and crisp - definitely refreshing for a fun day in Hobbiton!

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    Horse And Jockey Inn - The Horse and Jockey Bar, Matamata, New Zealand.

    Horse And Jockey Inn

    2.4(7 reviews)
    0.1 km
    $$

    Don't stay here unless you plan for a sleepless night, brought your own soap and the only other…read morealternative is to sleep in your car, or maybe just sleep in your car. This seems like the kinda olace where human traffickers would bring their victims. The night we were here was a holiday weekend and there were literally no rooms between hamilton, rotorua and the coast. We got the last room. It was more of repurposed closet. Had a terrible margarita at the bar. Was supposed to be spicy pineapple. Can recommend the cheesy garlic bread though, it was almost good enough to merit the one star. Other high points were the staff- Raj and his team were genuinely nice to me, but when my buddy came down to ask for soap he was literally told to F off. We asked if we just left if they would refund our money. They offered to call the police and have us thrown out. Good times!

    Haha, this was kinda my introduction to New Zealand. My best friend moved to NZ and I chose to…read morevisit him for my 40th birthday. After that wonderful trans-Pacific flight, I landed in Auckland and we pretty much came down to Matamata to go to Hobbiton the next morning so we needed a place to stay and Horse And Jockey Inn was a great price for us to crash for the night. As Tom C. (currently the only other review for this 'Inn') mentions, it's a cross between a motel and a hostel. I knew that when I booked the room. BFF and I were college roommates so sharing a room was no big deal. It was pretty cozy to say the least. It had 2 beds, a heater, and I think there was a chair. That's it. Down the hall was the bathroom. Everything was kept clean, but they probably haven't made improvements since this place opened in the 60's or 70's to the rooms. Not sure what the age of the bathroom was. I was pretty tired and it's all a blur now. However, for 2 guys who needed a place to stay for a night, it worked just fine. It's located right off the main drag of this otherwise very quaint town. Staff was super friendly when we checked in and very helpful. They had some sort of rule about coming in late with keys, but I can't remember, but the key situation with getting to the rooms was different than I've ever seen before. There's a bar at the bottom of the inn and a grocery store that has seen better days across the street. I can't imagine spending more than 1 night here though. I think it's okay for a just-passing-through type of place.

    Wonder Horse - Mezzanine floor

    Wonder Horse

    5.0(3 reviews)
    43.0 km
    $$

    In Hamilton for 2 nights. Enjoyed this spot twice . One of…read morethe few bars we could belly up to as many in NZ seem to have no stools. Great cocktails and beer selection. Friendly, engaging staff.

    This is a serious contender for best bar in Hamilton. I came here Saturday night with my husband…read moreand a couple friends. Why, why have I not been here before now?! I used to live just up the block! My husband had already been here and, somehow, did not bring me in immediately. This is one of those places where I had a "love at first sight" moment. Even on a fairly crowded night, the vibe in this place is super-cool. It's small, almost uncomfortably so, but in spite of that (because of that?) it has a great intimate feel. The cocktails are pricey, but different and skillfully prepared. There is a good selection of whiskey (my whiskey-loving friend tells me). There was a DJ artfully spinning a weird, awesome, "did-he-just-do-that?" selection of tunes. The decor is comfortable/cool, with walls of exposed bricks and "I never want to get up" comfy couches. The back walls are lined with loads of books and one portion of the ceiling is covered with records. They appear to have some bites to eat, but admittedly, we were just there for drinks. It's a little tricky to find, set back from Victoria Street down a side alley. But, it's SO worth finding.

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    Wonder Horse - Wonder Horse at 1am on a Friday morning

    Wonder Horse at 1am on a Friday morning

    Wonder Horse - Lounge area

    Lounge area

    Wonder Horse - Nyet My President (white Russian with orange Donald "hair") lol

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    Nyet My President (white Russian with orange Donald "hair") lol

    Matamata Roast - Gotta have the skin!

    Matamata Roast

    2.5(2 reviews)
    0.0 km

    Need some refueling after a long day at Hobbiton? Well, check this place out. It's got a little…read morebit of everything, except salads! I simply ordered a two meat combo dinner for $16.50 NZD, and was pretty much satisfied. Being famished after visiting the Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton, I needed some meat! The manager welcomed us and served up some thick slices of roasted pork, with the appropriate salty crispy pig skin, and lamb. It sat on top of potatoes, pumpkin, and peas. Applesauce and a lemon glaze gravy on the side. Maybe it was a "so hungry, it tastes so damn good" feeling, but it wasn't. The meat was well roasted, some fatty, and tender. Probably seasoned only with salt, which was good enough to me. Items on the menu: ~ Roast Dinner Plates (beef, pork, chicken, lamb, or vegetarian). ~ Southern Fried Chicken Combos. Though I've seen better looking chicken elsewhere. ~ Rolls served up banh mi style, or meat in a regular sandwich. ~ Burgers with your choice of meat. ~ Fish and chips, hot dogs. ~ Milkshakes and cheese cake. Inside dining: ~ Nothing special, just a few tables. Normally, I'd give a place like this a three star rating, but with the little choices you have in the area I'm generously giving a fourth star. And with seeing people coming and going, it appears to be a hit with the locals.

    Very boring. Pork crackle soggy, not enough apple sauce Lamb…read moreroll, dry, needed more gravy. Disappointing

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    Matamata Roast - Menu board as of Dec 2015.

    Menu board as of Dec 2015.

    Matamata Roast - Crispy salty goodness!

    Crispy salty goodness!

    Matamata Roast

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