JARKs is a casual cafe, bar and restaurant in Hastings. It has dine-in, takeaway and group menus, plus a refreshments list and a cocktail list. Lunch and dinner are served from 11am to 9pm, Tuesday to Saturday, with snacks between meals. The restaurant is closed on Sundays and Mondays and on some public holidays, and the website says menu items and prices are subject to change.
The business began at Waimarama Beach in 2007, under the name JARKs Surfside Café, Bar & Restaurant. It moved into Hastings in 2014 and runs the Cityside restaurant and bar there. The owners describe a simple food and service philosophy, aiming for quality food at an affordable price. Our pick in Hastings for a casual lunch or dinner with a cocktail.