North End Takeaways

About North End Takeaways

North End Takeaways brings together locally crafted brewing and relaxed coastal dining in the heart of the Kāpiti Coast. Connected with the acclaimed North End Brewery, which was founded in 2013 by a trio passionate about food, drink, and coastal life, the venue celebrates European-inspired beer styles fermented right in Waikanae. Taking inspiration from the prominent northern tip of Kapiti Island, the establishment embodies a strong local philosophy, utilizing regional ingredients and collaborating closely with nearby sister ventures.

Whether dropping by for takeaway options, sampling distinct seasonal brews, or picking up freshly packaged craft ales, patrons experience a genuine slice of Kāpiti craft culture. With European brewing heritage reimagined through local botanicals and New Zealand hops, North End Takeaways serves as an accessible hub for food, refreshment, and quality craft hospitality.

Crafting Coastal Brews: The Story Behind North End

Born from a genuine passion for food, drink, and the relaxed rhythms of the Kāpiti Coast, North End represents a distinctive chapter in New Zealand craft brewing. Founded in 2013 by a trio of locals, the operation takes its name and visual spirit from the northern tip of Kapiti Island, visible across the water from Waikanae Beach. From its inception, the brewery set out to balance traditional European brewing heritage with native botanicals and local ingredients, producing beer that captures the character of the land.

European Brewing Roots, Kāpiti Terroir

At the heart of the North End ethos is a dedication to European beer styles adapted to a local setting. Rather than solely chasing fleeting trends, head brewer Braden and the production team explore farmhouse saisons, blended wild ales, Belgian-style quadrupels, and crisp pilsners alongside modern hazy and pale ales. Fermented in Waikanae, many of the specialty releases spend months aging in wooden barrels or undergoing slow maturation with wild yeast strains.

This artisanal philosophy extends into seasonal projects like the tart *Wild Luna*, brewed with hibiscus and lime, or *Evolutas*, a three-year-aged wild ale that showcases deep complexity. Even the core selections—such as the crisp *Pacific Blonde* lager and *Fieldway* Aotearoa Pale Ale—are engineered to complement good food and casual seaside gatherings.

Community Collaborations and Circular Craft

North End functions as part of a closely connected hospitality family on the coast. Spent grains from the brewing process find a second life at nearby Olde Beach Bakery, where bakers turn brewing by-products into fresh loaves of bread. The brand also maintains strong relationships across local hospitality venues, including Salt and Wood BBQ, Long Beach Tavern with its productive garden bar, and Salty's Tavern in Paraparaumu Beach.

This collaborative network allows the team to focus on quality and community sustainability. By incorporating local produce, respecting seasonal shifts, and keeping operations tight-knit, North End continues to bring an authentic, European-influenced craft experience to takeaway customers and craft beer aficionados alike.

Signature items

• Hill Road Hazy IPA
• Fieldway Aotearoa Pale Ale
• Pilspresso Coffee Pilsner
• Cuvee de Moor
• Super Light Session Pale Ale
• Wild Luna Sour

Menu

Core Range

• Fieldway Aotearoa Pale Ale — 5.8% ABV Aotearoa pale ale canned in 330ml.
• Hill Road Hazy IPA — 6% ABV juicy hazy IPA available in 330ml cans.
• Pacific Blonde Kapiti Lager — 4.5% ABV crisp Kapiti-style lager in a 330ml can.
• North End Pilsner — 5% ABV New Zealand pilsner packaged in 330ml cans.
• Super Alpha Pacific Pale Ale — 5% ABV aromatic Pacific pale ale in a 330ml single can.
• Super Light Session Pale Ale — 2.5% ABV light session pale ale served in a 330ml can.
• North End Mixed Six Can Pack — A curated 6-pack selection of mixed 330ml brewery cans.

Merchandise

• North End Trucker Printed Hat — Black printed brewery trucker cap.
• NEM Bucket Hat — Classic branded North End bucket hat.
• NEM Cooler Bag — Insulated cooler bag for carrying beverages.
• North End Flagon Glass — Branded shucka flagon glassware.
• Hill Road Hazy Tee — Black cotton graphic tee available in unisex styling.
• North End Petit Luna Tote Bag — Reusable fabric tote bag featuring Petit Luna branding.
• Can Badge Embroidered & Printed Tee — Embroidered and printed brewery t-shirt in black or white.
• Tooth & Nail T-Shirt — Branded cotton crewneck graphic tee.

Seasonal Range

• Lord of the Cones IPA — 7% ABV bold India Pale Ale in a 440ml can.
• Pilspresso Coffee Pilsner — 4.8% ABV crisp coffee-infused pilsner in a 330ml single can.
• Become the Ocean Gose — 5% ABV refreshing tart gose style beer in a 330ml can.
• Beach Hoist American IPA — 6.5% ABV American-style India Pale Ale in a 440ml can.
• Iron Sands Oat Rye Stout — 6% ABV rich stout brewed with oats and rye in a 440ml can.
• The Bitter Sea Extra Special Bitter — 4.7% ABV classic ESB ale in a 440ml can format.
• Baby Grand Sour Red Ale — 6% ABV Flanders-inspired sour red ale in a 440ml can.
• Brett Grisette Farmhouse Ale — 5.5% ABV bretted farmhouse-style ale in a 440ml can.
• Evolutas 3 Year Wild Ale — 6% ABV complex wild ale aged across three years in a 440ml can.

Special Editions

• Cuvee de Moor Barrel Aged Belgian Quadrupel — 13.3% ABV rich barrel-aged Belgian quadrupel in a 500ml bottle.
• La Voile Noir Barrel Aged Stout — 6.5% ABV oak-aged dark stout packaged in a 500ml bottle.
• Oude Draak Barrel Aged Oud Bruin — 6.2% ABV traditional barrel-aged sour oud bruin in a 500ml bottle.
• Rivage Brux Barrel Aged Farmhouse Ale — 6.2% ABV barrel-aged rustic farmhouse ale in a 500ml bottle.
• Wild Luna Hibiscus & Lime Barrel Aged Sour — 4.2% ABV tart sour ale infused with hibiscus and lime in a 500ml bottle.
• Rustica Young Wild Ale — 6% ABV spontaneously fermented young wild ale in a 500ml bottle.
• Saison De Terroir Blended Farmhouse Ale — 6.5% ABV blended farmhouse saison packaged in a 500ml bottle.
• West Moon Vatted Old Ale — 10.5% ABV traditional vatted old ale presented in a 750ml bottle.

Frequently asked questions

What styles of beer does North End produce?

North End brews a wide spectrum ranging from core lagers and hazy IPAs to Belgian quadrupels, saisons, farmhouse ales, stouts, and barrel-aged wild ales.

Where does the brewery get its name?

The name is taken from Kapiti Island, where the northern end of the island is prominently visible from Waikanae Beach.

Are low-alcohol craft options available?

Yes, North End produces Super Light, a full-flavored 2.5% ABV session pale ale.

What happens to the brewery's spent grain?

Spent brewing grain is supplied to sister company Olde Beach Bakery to make fresh bread.

Can I purchase brewery merchandise?

Yes, North End offers branded gear including trucker caps, bucket hats, graphic t-shirts, cooler bags, tote bags, and glassware.

Are age verification checks required for alcoholic purchases?

Yes, in accordance with host responsibility policies and New Zealand liquor laws, all purchases and deliveries require verified proof of age (18+).

Tips

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