The Goodhome Gastropub Papamoa

About The Goodhome Gastropub Papamoa

The Good Home Coast is Papamoa's gastropub at 1 Papamoa Beach Road, open since 2018 and known for great food, cold drinks and a relaxed coastal vibe. The kitchen serves pub classics with a modern twist alongside unique and seasonal dishes, all made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

The menu runs from small starters like Korean fried chicken and prawn toast through to charcoal and smoker mains such as an aged scotch steak and slow-braised beef cheeks, plus gourmet burgers, classics like fish and chips and a beef and Guinness pie, and shareable platters. The drinks list covers a rotating selection of cocktails, beers on tap and by the bottle, and an extensive New Zealand-focused wine list.

Beyond regular dining, the venue runs a weekly calendar of events - daily happy hour, a Tuesday quiz night, Thursday steak night, Friday live music, and an all-day Sunday roast - along with functions and gift cards.

The Good Home Coast: Papamoa's Go-To Gastropub

Open since 2018 on Papamoa Beach Road, The Good Home Coast has become Papamoa's go-to gastropub - a spot for great food, cold drinks and a relaxed coastal vibe. The invitation is simple: come on in, put your feet up, and stay a while.

Pub Classics With a Modern Twist

The kitchen prides itself on delicious and innovative dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, blending pub classics with a modern edge alongside unique, seasonal specials. Starters range from Korean fried chicken and prawn toast to golden-fried squid, while the burger list includes a hand-pressed wagyu cheeseburger and a crumbed portobello burger for vegetarians. The Charcoal & Smoker section is where the kitchen really leans in, with an aged scotch steak, slow-braised beef cheeks, an NZ lamb shank, and sticky Asian pork ribs all cooked low, slow and charred.

Classics, Salads and Shared Plates

Alongside the charcoal cooking, the Classics section covers familiar favourites like fish and chips, a beef and Guinness pie, and herb marinated chicken skewers in a signature 16-herb marinade. Salads bring lighter options such as a Thai beef salad and a charcoal-grilled chicken Caesar, while the To Share section offers a full meat platter, a wood-fired brie, and loaded wedges for the table. A dedicated kids menu covers cheeseburgers, fish and chips, and hot dogs for younger diners, and desserts finish things off with a well-loved sticky date pudding.

A Full Drinks List

Behind the bar, The Good Home Coast pours a rotating selection of cocktails, from classic favourites to house creations, alongside beers on tap and by the bottle and an extensive New Zealand-focused wine list. Non-alcoholic options round out the offering with sodas and juices.

A Weekly Calendar of Events

Beyond the regular menu, The Good Home Coast runs a full weekly schedule: daily happy hour from 4-6pm, a quiz night every Tuesday from 7pm, a Thursday steak night, live music every Friday from 5:30pm, and an all-day Sunday roast served every week. The venue also offers gift cards and hosts functions for private events.

Visiting The Good Home Coast

The Good Home Coast is closed Mondays, open Tuesday from 4pm until late, and Wednesday to Sunday from midday until late, at 1 Papamoa Beach Road, Tauranga. Staff ask guests to flag any dietary needs, with gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options available throughout the menu.

Signature items

• Korean Fried Chicken
• Wagyu Cheeseburger
• Aged Scotch Steak
• Fish & Chips
• Herb Marinated Chicken Skewers
• Sticky Date Pudding

Menu

Sides

• Potato Mash — Side
• Creamy Mushrooms — Side
• Green Salad — Side
• Bacon — Side
• Coleslaw — Side
• 2 x Fried Eggs — Side

Salads

• Thai Beef — Seared rare rump salad with vermicelli, mint, coriander, pickled veg, peanuts, fried shallots, wonton crackers (gluten free, dairy free)
• Caesar — Charcoal-grilled chicken, bacon, hard-boiled egg, parmesan, sourdough croutons, baby cos (gluten free, dairy free)

Burgers

• Wagyu Cheeseburger — Hand-pressed wagyu beef patty, melted American cheese, iceberg, tomato, red onion, pickled burger mayo on a seeded brioche bun, served with fries (gluten free option, local favourite)
• Pulled Pork — Low and slow pulled pork, smoky BBQ glaze, house slaw, charred pineapple salsa on a seeded brioche bun, served with fries (gluten free option)
• Crispy Critter — Free-range fried chicken, cheddar, lettuce, McClure pickles, GH secret sauce on a seeded brioche bun, served with fries
• The Fun-Gi — Crumbed portobello stuffed with molten cheese, onion ring, greens, blue cheese, pesto aioli on a seeded brioche bun, served with fries (vegetarian, gluten free option)

Classics

• Fish & Chips — Crispy beer-battered fresh catch of the day, beer-battered fries, garden salad, tartare, lemon (chef's pick)
• Beef & Guinness Pie — Slow-cooked beef brisket and Guinness pie, buttery mash, green peas, rich house gravy
• Carbonara Pasta — Creamy Italian classic, choice of chicken and bacon or portobello mushroom, sautéed onion, parmesan cream sauce (vegetarian option)
• Herb Marinated Chicken Skewers — Chicken thigh skewers in signature 16-herb marinade, chargrilled, tzatziki, cherry tomato salsa, crisp roti, seasonal salad (gluten free option, staff pick)
• Smoked Bangers & Mash — Smoked sausages over creamy potato mash, green peas, sweet onion gravy

Desserts

• Sticky Date Pudding — Warm date pudding, rich buttery toffee sauce (most loved)
• Bread & Butter Pudding — Croissant layered with banana and white chocolate, Baileys and toffee sauce
• Crème Brûlée — Silky vanilla custard with a caramelised sugar top (gluten free)

Starters

• Korean Fried Chicken — Crunchy free-range bites tossed in sweet-spicy gochujang, slaw and toasted peanuts (dairy free option, chef's pick)
• KFC Tacos — Crispy Korean chicken, slaw, mayo and crushed peanuts in warm tortillas
• Fish Tacos — Beer-battered fish in warm tortillas, creamy slaw, pineapple-whiskey salsa, smoky chipotle lime
• Prawn Toast — Crispy sourdough piled with prawn mousse, ginger, garlic, sesame, rice-flake crust and dipping sauce (dairy free option)
• Korean Cauli Bites — Crispy fried cauliflower in sticky gochujang glaze and toasted sesame (vegetarian, vegan)
• Jalapeño & Cheese Croquettes — Golden croquettes filled with creamy cheese and fresh jalapeños, smooth aioli for dipping (vegetarian)
• Squid — Golden-fried squid in magic seasoning and herbs with a sweet green chilli kick (gluten free, dairy free option, local favourite)
• Beer Battered Fries — Crispy golden fries with tomato sauce (gluten free option, dairy free, vegetarian)

To Share

• Meat Platter — Ribs, pulled pork, chicken skewers and sausages with fries, brioche, coleslaw and aioli - for the table
• Wood Fired Brie — Creamy baked brie topped with caramelised onions and toasted nuts, crisp sourdough for dipping (gluten free option, crowd favourite)
• Loaded Wedges — Golden wedges, smoky bacon, melted cheese, sweet chilli, sour cream (dairy free option)

Kids Menu

• Cheese Burger — Seeded bun, patty, aioli, lettuce, fries, tomato sauce (gluten free option)
• Fish 'n' Chips — With tomato sauce (gluten free option)
• Hot Dog — Two mini hotdogs on a stick with fries
• Ice Cream Scoop — Chocolate or vanilla with chocolate topping

Charcoal & Smoker

• Aged Scotch Steak — Prime steer scotch aged for depth and tenderness, cooked over charcoal, herb-roasted vegetables, sautéed greens, cowboy butter, chimichurri (gluten free, dairy free option, chef's pick)
• Aged Sirloin Steak — Sirloin aged for flavour and tenderness, grilled to your liking, herb-roasted potatoes, seasonal greens, cowboy butter, chimichurri (gluten free, dairy free option)
• NZ Lamb Shank — Braised low and slow in a rich stock and red wine reduction, buttery mash, sautéed greens, glazed carrots, house jus (gluten free, dairy free option)
• Low & Slow Beef Cheeks — Braised until melt-in-your-mouth tender, buttery mash, sautéed greens, roast carrots, house jus (gluten free, dairy free option)
• Sticky Asian Pork Ribs — Slow-braised pork ribs glazed in rich Asian sauce, beer-battered fries, creamy slaw, McClure pickle (gluten free option, dairy free)

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Good Home Coast located?

At 1 Papamoa Beach Road, Tauranga, New Zealand.

What are the opening hours?

Closed Monday, Tuesday 4pm until late, Wednesday to Sunday 12pm until late.

Is there a happy hour?

Yes, happy hour runs daily from 4-6pm.

What weekly events does the pub run?

A Tuesday quiz night from 7pm, a Thursday steak night, Friday live music from 5:30pm, and an all-day Sunday roast.

Is there a kids menu?

Yes, including a cheeseburger, fish and chips, a hot dog, and an ice cream dessert.

Does the menu cater for dietary requirements?

Yes, many dishes are marked gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian or vegan - staff should be told of any dietary needs.

Can I book a function or buy a gift card?

Yes, functions can be booked and gift cards are available through the website.

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