Someplace Else is a charcoal restaurant, bar and function venue on the beachfront at Orewa, which describes itself as Auckland's only charcoal eatery. Its Mibrasa charcoal oven gives the grilled meats, seafood and vegetables a smoky flavour. Diners have praised the charcoal chicken, the jalapeño croquettes, the charred steak and the Bulls Eye dessert, and reviewers mention the generous portions and the friendly, attentive staff. Several say the room is pleasant and that the evening was not spoiled by loud music. The restaurant says many of its mains can be adjusted for gluten, dairy and other sensitivities if you call ahead.
The restaurant is at 268 Hibiscus Coast Highway, and it is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 5pm to 9pm, closed on Tuesday, and open from 12pm to 9pm on Saturday and Sunday. It is one of eight restaurants within a kilometre on Open Locally, with Surf and Sounds Orewa, Tasca Beach, The Fat Oyster Bar & Eatery and Boulevard Bar & Eatery all within 0.4 km. The venue also hires out its private function room or the whole restaurant for birthdays, engagements, work functions and group meals.