See Do Experience
I am the river, the river is me
E rere kau mai te Āwanui, Mai i te Kāhui maunga ki Tangaroa. Kō au te Āwa, kō te Āwa kō au.
Article Café
The beating heart of our creative scene. This is a serious scene on Saturday mornings. Get a coffee, something from the cabinet, browse the vintage clothing, check out the local art and chat with a local at the big table.
Citadel Café
The beating heart of our beachside suburb, the Citadel is a destination in its own right. The vision behind the Citadel’s origins was to create a community hub. They have definitely delivered in terms of developing a welcoming culture, a vibey whatever, funky décor, lush garden and kids’ play area.
Maria Lane Eatery & Bar
Cleverly developed between two alleyways, Maria Lane is a seriously cool spot, very stylish, small plates menu and some other stuff. Live music sometimes, cocktails and mocktails.
Japanese Kitchen
Located down an alley, you’ll feel a bit cool just for finding it. The enclosed alley has a funky, vibrant airy feel to it, open air dining all year round. Built around 1919/20 (the courtyard was covered in the 1980s), this is a very classic meets cool feel to the whole place.
Porridge Watson
One of our city’s hippest bars, this is a very welcoming, chill spot where you’ll see all sorts of people. Play some shuffleboard, competition is fierce. An ever changing tap of craft beers, great snack, a big ol fridge full of options. Sofas, tables, relaxed and welcoming.
Mischief Café
Food with soul & coffee with attitude, they’ve got it going on at Mischief! Healthy food to energise your day, call in and feel inspired.
