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Lower Moutere

Coastal Highw

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Appleby, Mapua, Moutere, Motueka, Kaiteri, Marahau & Abel Tasman National Park. Via the Coastal Highway or through the Inland Moutere Highway, you will find vineyards, restaurants, cafĂŠs, wineries & galleries - many with fabulous outdoor dining. So get your teeth into the heart of our region to where we grow, brew, ferment & catch what is prepared for you!

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Rabbit Island Ruby Bay Mapua

Richmond

46 62 Bay

Lower Queen Street

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Appleby Highw

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Upper Moutere

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The Cellar Door Restaurant & Café 59 Appleby Highway Appleby T: 03 5444 963 thecellardoor@orcon.net.nz www.thecellardoor.net.nz

First Impressions: Just five minutes from Richmond, The Cellar Door Restaurant & Café is set in the beautiful Waimea Estates Vineyard. Dine amongst the vines - their newly renovated restaurant & café is ready to delight you. Ambience: Just off the cycle trail in a beautiful vineyard setting a relaxed & friendly environment where you can enjoy fresh seasonal food, lunch & dinner, wine tastings or stop in for a sublime coffee. Great wines & cuisine at great prices. Food Style: Fresh, flavoursome, seasonal food, using local produce wherever possible with Waimea Estates fantastic, award winning wine range to tickle your tastebuds. Come see us for lunch, dinner, tasting plates, wine sales and to cater especially for your function. Open: 10am-5pm Wed-Sun, enjoy brunch, lunch or a platter with the menu available all day. Open Fri & Sat for evening dining from 5pm-9pm. 43 Come & enjoy dinner in the vineyard - great at any time of year.

Stunningly located over the Waimea Estuary with views over to Rabbit Island and the Richmond ranges. Peace and tranquility reign. Rustic and warm with a reference to the apples that used to come and go from the Mapua Wharf to the overseas markets in days gone by. The Apple Shed Cafe is in one of the three corrugated iron sheds that sits directly on the sea at port Mapua. Fresh seafood, New Zealand beef, lamb and pork define our menus. All breads are made daily, smoked fish, meat and vegetables are smoked on the premises and as many herbs, vegetables and fruit are sourced from home gardens and orchards in the local Mapua area. Perfect when you want to experience fresh local seafood, locally roasted coffee, Nelson wines and warm hospitality in a relaxed seaside environment. Large groups are welcome.

Shed 3 Mapua Wharf Nelson

Ph 03 540 3381 www.appleshed.co.nz

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The Grape Escape Café Corner McShane Rd & Coastal Highway 60 Nelson T: 03 544 4341 info@thegrapeescapecafe.co.nz www.thegrapeescapecafe.co.nz

First Impressions: Relaxed country garden setting surrounded by farm animals and vineyards. Ambience: Casual indoor-outdoor dining in cottage gardens, sun umbrellas in summer and cosy fire in winter. Food Style: Extensive Casual lunch menu including platters, local seafoods, morning/afternoon teas. Great Selection of cakes all made on the premises. We have a good selection of local wines, juices and Sprig and Fern Brewing Company and Dale’s Beers. Large selection of gluten free and vegetarian dishes available. Open: 7 days, 10am-4pm Groups and function evenings by arrangement. Out-catering service.

Jellyfish Café & Bar Shed 1 Mapua Wharf T: 03 540 2028 info@jellyfishmapua.co.nz www.jellyfishmapua.co.nz

First Impressions: This spot is magic! Glorious views of the estuary and out to sea. Great use of space with indoor/outdoor flow opening straight out onto the wharf. Ambience: Combines classy and stylish with a warm atmosphere that is welcoming for all. Clever use of space and menu options cater for both the casual drink and bite to eat or for a more intimate dining experience. Food Style: The menus are designed by Nelson’s Head Chef of 2012, Mark Mehalski. They are fresh and simple with an influence from the sea. Match your food with one of our many superb New Zealand wines or a handpicked local beer. Open: 7 days, 9am-late in summer Mon & Sun 9am-3pm, Tues-Sat 9am-late

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Riverside Café 289 Main Rd Moutere Highway Motueka T: 03 526 7447 riversidecafe.news@gmail.com

First Impressions: A beautiful & iconic café set in a historical homestead. Friendly staff will welcome you to the café, giving you a warm introduction to the thriving Riverside Community established in 1941. Check out their fantastic cactus & succulent garden! Ambience: Friendly & inspiring. The café is adorned with local art & lit by a stunning copper & crystal chandelier. There is a large sheltered deck area, picnic tables in the gardens & a cool kids playground. Food Style: Innovative & enjoyable. Their menu always features wild meats, local specialities and lots of produce from their organic gardens. Daily blackboard specials offer further tempting options such as Wild Goat Curry, Vodka Cured Salmon, plus enticing desserts. Heavenly brioche & cakes are baked daily. Superb coffee. Open: 7 days 9.30am-4.30pm brunch & lunch. Dinner Fri & Sat from 6pm. Opening hours may change seasonally - please phone to avoid disappointment. www.facebook.com/riversidecommunityNZ

Up the Garden Path Café-Gallery 473 High St Motueka T: 03 528 9588 artcafe@upthegardenpath.co.nz www.upthegardenpath.co.nz

First Impressions: A hidden gem! The lush garden setting and friendly staff set the mood for Motueka’s finest food and art experience. Ambience: Colorful, warm and beautiful with local artwork everywhere. Comfortable indoor, outdoor and verandah dining areas provide plenty of seating choice and a new playground keeps the kids happy and active. Food Style: Innovative, delicious meals prepared from scratch using local ingredients, lovingly served with attention to detail: great breakfasts, gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads and premium seafood compete with handmade pastas, soups, breads and cakes. Local beer and wine, refreshing smoothies and expertly made Sublime Coffee complete the dining experience. Open: 7 days from 9am-5pm in summer. Tues-Sun from 9am-4pm in winter. Bookings recommended for the weekends.

Perfect when you’re out and about with the kids, planning a special event or seeking a delicious lunch with friends.

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Arcadia Café 265 High St Motueka T: 03 528 7840 arcadia1008@gmail.com

First Impressions: Come down the arcade to peaceful off-street dining. Combined with the aroma of spices & gentle mantra music playing to create the perfect environment for a quick escape from the humdrum of modern day living. Ambience: Expect a happy feast at Arcadia Café! The colourful décor, classical Indian mantra music & blissful staff will transport you to another realm. Food Style: Arcadia Café will never fail to please the fussiest of diners with its yummy food. There is a great range of gluten-free, dairy-free, cholesterol-free & sugar-free delights. Great taste - zero worries. Arcadia boasts locally roasted organic espresso coffee, a range of organic teas, organic yogurtbased smoothies plus locally grown organic produce from the Krishna farm, in addition to the great food - all bases are covered at Arcadia Café. Well priced meal deals, starting from the All Day Special for only $5. Don’t let the low prices fool you - this is quality food prepared fresh with vegetables sourced from the local Hare Krishna Organic Farm. 49 Open: 10:30am-7pm. Mon-Sat, year round.

Sprig & Fern Motueka 21 Wallace St Motueka T: 03 528 4684 peter.g.fry@gmail.com www.sprigandfern.co.nz

First Impressions: Clean and spacious, light and airy. Great use of recycled rimu used to create the bar and bar furniture. A stunning bar with 18 taps pouring award winning beers, ciders and local wines. Ambience: Great indoor outdoor flow with the comfy outdoor areas blending into the architecturally designed interior. In true S & F tradition there are no screens, pokies or pool tables. This is a family friendly environment with quiz and poker nights and live music most Saturday nights. Food Style: Tavern style delicious food. “World Famous” in Motueka crispy potatoes, pizzas, platters and steak meals; also with dessert options. Open: 7 days, 2pm until late. Perfect for any type of function with separate upstairs area available at no charge. (Photo courtesy: The Guardian Motueka)

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Chokdee Thai Cuisine 109 High St Motueka T: 03 528 0318 anthony@chokdee.co.nz www.chokdee.co.nz

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First Impressions: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not until you venture inside that you truly appreciate the attention to detail from the Thai costumes to Thai art on the walls to the extensive menu. Authentic Thai is the word. Ambience: Warm interior colours combine with rich wood to cosset you in an inviting environment that exudes hospitality Thai style. Food Style: Bring a big appetite; the authentic menu is made from fresh ingredients, entrees, soups, Thai salads, curry, stir fried delicacies, noodles and rice, seafood. Just the right balance of sweet, sour, spicy and creamy. Dessert and good coffee. Open: 7 days. Lunch 11am-2pm. Dinner 5pm-late. Perfect when your taste buds are tingling for garlic, chilli, coriander and coconut milk. Takeaway menu provides awesome dine at home options.

Rolling Pin Bakery 100 High St Motueka T: 03 528 9578

First Impressions: So much more than just a bakery . . . guaranteed to make your tastebuds dance. Clean & spacious. Great service, quality and affordability. See for yourself. Ambience: Street-front bakery and cafĂŠ, enticing even the discerning local or traveller to stop, relax and enjoy. The rest is easy. Food Style: Superb coffee, fresh wholesome tasty breads and mouth watering morsels. Croissants, rolls, buns, sandwiches, cream cakes, slices, pies & quiches. All product is made on premises. A true taste sensation. Try our award winning Scallop & Bacon Pies

Open: Mon-Fri 5am-3pm. Sat 7.30am-3pm. Remember Rolling Pin Bakery for your next function or event.

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The Beached Whale 8 Inlet Rd Kaiteriteri T: 03 527 8114 T: 03 527 8281 Kaiteri Lodge

First Impressions: A casual restaurant capturing the relaxed Kaiteriteri lifestyle with a ‘pacific rim’ à la carte menu and fantastic dining experience. Ambience: A friendly relaxed environment where good food, wine and entertainment can be enjoyed by all. Food Style: The chefs present a superb à la carte dining menu. The cooking style blends traditional Kiwi classics with an Asian influence creating dishes that use local produce including fresh vegetables, fish, scallops as well as traditional lamb and beef dishes. New Zealand fare with flare. The manuka wood fired pizzas promise such exotic toppings as shrimp, prawns and roasted red peppers, through to Mediterranean chicken, and there’s also delicious fish ‘n chips, dine in or takeaway. Open: All year round. Nov to May - 7 nights. June to Oct - 4 nights. Part of Kaiteri Lodge, perfect for weddings, functions and conferencing.

Hooked on Marahau Marahau Waterfront Marahau T: 03 527 8576 info@abeltasmancentre.co.nz www.abeltasmancentre.co.nz

First Impressions: Incredible views across Tasman Bay and out to Adele and Fisherman Islands in the Abel Tasman National Park. Using only the best local produce and seafood, the dining experience at Hooked on Marahau is a feast for both the eyes and the appetite. Ambience: Located right on the Marahau waterfront at the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park, you’ll dine in one of the most gorgeous settings imaginable. Hooked has two sunny outdoor areas and two cosy indoor seating areas. The service is friendly and personal. Morning and afternoons are an informal affair as is the daily happy hour from 4pm to 6pm. Evenings are ideal for both groups and couples looking for a wonderfully romantic spot. Food Style: Breakfast, lunch and evening meals are offered along with home-baked snacks, Atomic coffee and a fine selection of local wines and local craft beers on tap. Evening meals are bistro-style with seafood, meat and seafood options well covered. 54 Open: October to April. Closed in winter. Available for functions.