The Rusty Snapper Cafe

This cafe is a real gem! Hidden away in Kawhia you must visit to get the biggest ice cream ever!
The fisherman’s platter is a must do too - with a friend, it’s enormous as well!
Just across the road from the harbour, the outdoor tables can be at a premium on a sunny weekend!

Basic selection but good home cooked food at reasonable prices. The scones are a must! Good ole country service. Great place to just enjoy and soak up the vibe of a wee relaxed gem of a place. Will definitely be back!

Got the burger meal, simple fresh ingredients (patty, lettuce, tomato, beetroot, cheese, fried onion) cooked perfectly; and the BEST hot chips ever! Like actually served HOT, perfectly crunchy on the outside and hot soft potato on the inside. The only downside to this meal was having too many perfect hot chips so there was no room to fit one of the massive ice creams we saw other people getting while we were there.

Very awesome family owned place. Great atmosphere and good coffee.

Best Fisher mans Platter I have had in years! So beautifully cooked and great value.