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Waterfront Restaurant & Bar

48 Marsden Road, Paihia, New Zealand (Formerly Swiss Cafe & Grill)
09 402 6701
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Ranked #3 of 30 restaurants in Paihia
Price range: INR883 - INR1,324
Cuisines: European
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Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Description: Previously called Swiss Cafe & Grill,now with great new look & name Waterfront Restaurant & Bar is under the same ownership & is located in central Paihia with views overlooking Russell, with our large alfresco area. Relax & unwind with local wines, seafood & prime beef while watching the sunset over the yachts in the bay.THERE ARE NO SURCHARGE ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYSWERE OPEN ON CHRISTMAS DAY 25TH DECEMBER FROM 11AM & DINNER FROM 5PM DON'T FOR GET NEW YEARS EVE "PARTY UNDER THE STARS"
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HK
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12 reviews 12 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

This is a small cozy restaurant, with few tables indoor and a rather generous porch with outside seating. The kitchen is tiny and probably right-sized for the small community in Paihia. A couple of key observations: -bread basket had to be ordered and paid for...evidently bread is not complimentary here! -the garlic butter that came with the bread is the... More

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Paihia, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Myself and a group of 8 other girls visited this restaurant for my birthday meal, everybody's meal and drinks came as ordered and we all thought the food and service was fantastic. I especially liked the nice big wedge of cake with candles and a "Happy Birthday" song that came after the meal! I would definitely recommend this restaurant to... More

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Dallas, Texas
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34 reviews 34 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

we had an ok meal here. i had the lamb shanks. friend had the steak. all average. would be lovely to sit out during daylight with the view. night time was still nice as you could hear the crashing waves. nothing to rave about.

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See 7 more reviews by ataahua w for Paihia
Buxton, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Having been to this restaurant when it was known by another name two years ago we revisited and we were not disappointed. Excellent once again, staff still the same, ver friendly and excellent servive

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Russell
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23 reviews 23 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

This place has it all, great location, great feel, awesome food, friendly staff and to boot reasonably priced. If your in the area this is a must to do and we are locals and will defiantly go again!!

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See 4 more reviews by happyoneRussell for Paihia
Te Puke, New Zealand
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We had walked past the night before and glanced at the menu. plenty of good food and it looked a nice setting. We were early diners and as it was late summer we were given a choice of an outside table or one inside, we chose the outside because of the view. On the back of each chair is a... More

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See 4 more reviews by Dave A for Paihia
Queensland, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Great food and service. It was a busy night but the food was served without speed and we felt very well looked after. The waitresses were all very p,easing. All in all I would recommend a visit to,this lovely restaurant.

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See 2 more reviews by AussieTurnbulls for Paihia
Auckland Region, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Hubby and I took our 5 and 1 1/2 year old for dinner here on a Friday evening. Of course they were the only children in the Restaurant and taking them isn't something we "like" doing if you know what I mean lol. But their staff were so friendly towards the kids and patient. They had kids menus which were... More

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Perth, Western Australia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our meal at the Waterfront. It was a chilly night, and the staff had lit the gas fires, so everyone there was cozy! The service is wonderful and the staff are warm and friendly. We started with some garlic bread and I have to say it was one of the best I've had. I... More

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Kerikeri, New Zealand
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26 reviews 26 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

On what was the wettest, windiest night in months we were welcomed in to this pleasant oasis. At first we were going to sit outside (under conver)as the restaurant looks directly over the ocean, and wrap up with the cuddle rugs they provide, and huge gas heater. However - the weather got steadily worse, and we were ushered in to... More

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