Med Lounge and Garden

About Med Lounge and Garden

Situated in the charming surroundings of the Tauranga Historic Village on 17th Avenue, Med Lounge and Garden brings vibrant Mediterranean dining to Judea. The venue embraces a warm and welcoming atmosphere where guests can unwind over fresh lunch fare or linger into the evening over shared plates.

During midday service, the focus is on hearty, freshly made lunch dishes, highlighted by five-star rated house-made pitas baked fresh at Falafel Metro alongside crisp, vibrant salads. From lunchtime classics to evening tapas-style plates, skewers, and silky dips designed for passing around the table, the kitchen highlights bold spices, quality proteins, and seasonal produce.

Mediterranean Flavours and Village Charm at Med Lounge & Garden Tauranga

Set within the character-filled grounds of Building #18 at the Tauranga Historic Village on 17th Avenue, Med Lounge & Garden offers an inviting retreat defined by fresh Mediterranean culinary traditions. Designed as a gathering space that effortlessly transitions from casual daytime dining into relaxed evening socials, the venue captures the essence of coastal Mediterranean dining right in the heart of the Bay of Plenty.

House-Baked Pitas and Vibrant Midday Fare

Lunchtime at Med Lounge & Garden revolves around fresh, wholesome ingredients crafted into satisfying sandwiches and generous salads. A central cornerstone of the lunch service is the five-star rated house-made pita bread, baked fresh at Falafel Metro. These pillowy pockets provide the perfect vessel for a spectrum of Mediterranean staples.

Vegetarian diners can dig into the classic Sabich, filled with golden crispy eggplant, boiled egg, roasted potato, house pickles, savoury matbuha spread, and nutty tahini, or choose the traditional falafel stuffed alongside chopped salad and tangy sauerkraut. Meat lovers are equally well catered to with free-range chicken schnitzel tucked with red cabbage salad, or meltingly tender slow-cooked beef chuck paired with crisp ranch slaw and zesty chermoula dressing. For those seeking a lighter bite, colourful salads such as the herb-tossed Quinoa & Lentils or sumac-dusted Fattoush deliver vibrant crunch and nourishment.

Sharing Plates and Evening Tapas

When late afternoon arrives, the restaurant opens its doors for dinner service from 4.30pm. The evening transitions to a tapas-style format built around the philosophy of communal dining. Dishes are crafted to be passed across the table, allowing guests to explore multiple flavours in a single sitting.

Silky blended dips, house-baked pita bread, chargrilled skewers, and aromatic spiced plates feature across the evening spread. Accompanied by garden lounge seating, bottomless brunch offerings, and an extensive drinks menu, Med Lounge & Garden serves as an idyllic setting for casual catch-ups, celebrations, and relaxed dining in historic surrounds.

Signature items

• Sabich Pita
• Falafel Pita
• Beef Pita
• Halloumi Salad
• Fattoush Salad
• Fries

Menu

Side

• Fries — Mediterranean seasoning, aioli

Fresh Salad

• Halloumi — Grilled halloumi cheese, roasted mushrooms, lettuce, cucumber, roasted cashews, maple syrup
• Fattoush — Feta cheese with zaatar & sumac, cucumber, tomatoes, lettuce, pita crisp
• Quinoa & Lentils — Tricolour quinoa, black lentils, tomatoes, orange kumara, red onion cranberries, herb mix, tahini, sesame seeds
• Chicken — Free range grilled chicken, cos lettuce, iceberg, cherry tomatoes, Mediterranean aioli

Pita Sandwich

• Sabich — Boiled egg, crispy eggplant, roasted potato, pickles in brine, matbuha spread, tahini, coriander
• Chicken — Free range chicken schnitzel, red cabbage salad, pickles in brine, matbuha spread
• Falafel — Falafels, chopped salad with cucumber & tomatoes, pickles in brine, sauerkraut, tahini, coriander
• Halloumi — Grilled halloumi cheese, tomato, cream cheese, pickles in brine, lettuce
• Beef — Slow cooked beef chuck, ranch slaw with celery, chermoula dressing

Frequently asked questions

Where is Med Lounge & Garden located?

Med Lounge & Garden is located at 159 17th Avenue, Building #18, in the Tauranga Historic Village, Judea, Tauranga.

What days and hours is Med Lounge open?

Med Lounge is open Wednesday through Saturday. Lunch is served from 11.30am to 2.30pm, and dinner service runs from 4.30pm until late. It is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Sundays.

Can I book a table in advance?

Yes, table reservations can be made online via their booking system.

Where does the pita bread come from?

The house-made pitas are freshly baked at Falafel Metro.

What style of food is served in the evening?

Dinner starts at 4.30pm and features a Mediterranean tapas-style menu with dips, skewers, and shared plates.

Are there vegetarian lunch options?

Yes, vegetarian options include the Sabich pita with eggplant and egg, falafel pita, halloumi pita, and fresh salads like Fattoush and Halloumi salad.

Tips

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Good to know

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