A relaxed restaurant, bar and live music venue on Mana Esplanade in Paremata, Porirua, with a courtyard by the water. It serves brunch and cafe classics with fresh baking, burgers, fish and chips and hearty mains, plus share plates and bar snacks for groups. The bar pours a rotating range of local and popular beers, a wine list of New Zealand and Australian wines, and simple cocktails. Live music runs regularly, with local artists, acoustic sets and summer sessions, and the courtyard is where it is played.
Customers praise the food as delicious and generous, good value for the amount served, and the Rosebud cocktails. One said the service was outstanding. The upstairs space has harbour views and seating for tables of up to four, and a function room with catering options can be hired for birthdays, breakfasts and work events. Digital gift vouchers and a rewards scheme are offered. Our pick in Paremata for a harbourside drink with live music.