Restaurants & Cafés

The Bank Bar and Brasserie

Open from 11.30 till late in the heart of Hamilton, The Bank offers affordable and delicious meals that cater to a range of tastes and appetites.

There's always something going on at this place.

Scotts Epicurean

Scotts Epicurean is a bustling café elegant Edwardian café in the heart of Hamilton. A place where people gather to enjoy conversation, Allpress espresso and a cuisine inspired menu. Calming and inviting, their private courtyard is a welcoming retreat on a warm day.

Known for an eclectic menu of seasonal dishes for breakfast, weekend brunch and lunch complemented by delectable cakes and excellent espresso, every day of the week, the menu is authentic, delicious and generous.

Gothenburg

Gothenburg combines a relaxed atmosphere with excellent service that delivers a great selection of tapas.

Perfect for casual meals, special occasions, and afternoon drinks right they are situated next to the Waikato River and feature beautiful riverside views from the dining room and outdoor terrace. a few minutes walk from the main street of Hamilton.

Banh Mi Caphe

Banh Mi Caphe brings the essence of Vietnamese cuisine together with NZ produce in the heart of Hamilton City. The family-style Vietnamese food that Anh (Vietnamese co-owner) learned from her grandmother remains at the heart of the restaurant.

Banh mi is a filled baguette. Bahn mi offers a mix of classic Vietnamese street food, noodle dishes and salads. Come and explore the menu including vegan dishes as well as desserts such as rice pudding and Vietnamese-inspired banana cake.

Palate Restaurant

Over the past two decades, Palate has continued their ethos to provide consistently excellent food paired with stunning New Zealand wine. Chef and owner Mat McLean describes his food as “all smoke, no mirrors”. The focus on local and seasonal produce has always been at the forefront of the cuisine at Palate. Highly innovative with quality and flavour first, Palate is an award winning restaurant.

Located at SkyCity Hamilton, you can pop in for a casual drink, linger longer over lunch, celebrate life’s occasions, or simply just enjoy great food in the heart of Hamilton.

Mr Pickles

Mr. Pickles is a casual bar and award winning eatery overlooking the Waikato river and run by a team of seasoned hospitality professionals who focus on serving the food and beverages they crave when they go out.

Forever changing menus inspired by global flavours. and using local, fresh ingredients, dishes are presented in a way that encourages family style dining or whatever works for you, works for us.

Or as they say, "you want romance? oh baby, we can do romance."

Furnace Steakhouse

Hamilton’s favourite steakhouse and the home of the 500 gram slow cooked Signature Rib Eye on the bone. The Furnace menu provides for many tastes, with a wide range of steaks, pastas and salads as well as generous and familiar main meals.

The drinks list features quality tap beers and more than 60 wines from New Zealand and abroad. Featuring leather booths, oak joinery and distinctive schist stonework, the décor is stylish and comfortable and the staff are friendly and attentive. Whether it be an intimate meal for two or a celebratory dinner for twenty, you’ll be glad you chose Furnace.

Sage

Sage Restaurant brings a modern dining experience to MADE in Hamilton. Enjoy their seasonal shared plates crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, alongside a carefully selected range of wines, beers, and handcrafted cocktails.

Whether you're planning a date night, celebrating a special occasion, or catching up with friends, Sage offers warm hospitality and nostalgic flavours in an inviting atmosphere.