Eat and Drink

You haven't experienced Hokitika until you've tried the original whitebait pizza at Fat Pipi Pizzas. In the heart of the township, enjoy gourmet treats that extend beyond pizza and discover why this unique West Coast eating house has given the Lonely Planet travel guide tick for many years.

Chef Michael Norris invites you to Dine any evening of the week between 5-8pm. Simply wholesome food done well.  Full Bar, Restaurant & Courtyard Facilities offering Casual Dining either In or outdoors.  Authentic Historic Ambience of an Original Goldmining Hotel alongside the delivery of Good Old Fashioned West Coast Hospitality.  The Pioneer Hotel Staff look forward to providing you with an enjoyable visit whether it be just a cold beverage or a little bit more.   Majority of Main Meals $18-$25

Cafe 39 is a popular cafe right in town centre, open 7 days, serving excellent coffee and amazing homemade pies.

A warm welcome to the Hoki Boat Shed Cafe from owner operators Owen & Pina. Our cafe has a lovely Hokitika River outlook and we are proud to serve delicious, home cooked and competitively priced food.

The Cafe entrance is from the historic Gibson Quay at the junction with Revell Street.

Just a 7 minute drive from Hokitika, The Historic Woodstock Hotel was established in 1870 and remains a vibrant part of the community. Today the Woodstock Hotel offers modern accommodation and great meals with its own craft brewery on site producing a varied selection of handcrafted beer and cider.

Settle yourself in our beer garden overlooking the everchanging Hokitika river with majestic views of the Mighty Southern Alps while enjoying some of Hokitika’s finest fare.

Dulcies Takeaways, good ole New Zealand Fish & Chips along with a huge menu of other seaside treats. We are situated only 2 mins walk from Sunset Point where the river meets the sea. Phone orders are welcome or pop in and place your order.

By the beach & in town offering a range of accommodation – Elegant Driftwood Rooms; Modern & Luxury Ocean View Rooms, with the magnificent Penthouse Suite.  The Ocean View Restaurant offers elevated dining experience over the Tasman Sea. Central to Jade, Wood & Glass Art Galleries. Free WIFI & Parking, Laundry, Bike Storage

Our Restaurant offers a la carte dining and award winning New Zealand Cuisine, perfectly complemented by an excellent selection of quality New Zealand wines and craft beers. Surrounded by majestic views of the Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea, capturing breathtaking sunsets. Evening dining from 6pm Tues-Saturday. Bookings are advised.

‘Runner-up Café of the Year 2012/13 West Coast Region’ by Café Magazine and ‘Highly Commended’ in the 2014 NZ Pie Awards. Open 7 days from 6.30am, on main street opposite historic Town Clock. Extensive menu, including Gluten Free & homemade fare. Whitebait available all year. Awesome coffee, reasonable prices & great service. No surcharge on Public Holidays.

You can't miss Hokitikas only Chinese restaurant located right in the centre of town. Our restaurant is super clean & tidy and we use the freshest of ingredients for our menu full of delicious dishes. We have so much choice for you! Bookings are not required, just grab a seat and enjoy your meal!

We believe the secret to a great sandwich is great ingredients.

Our bread is baked every morning by a local baker.

Our meat is free-range and crafted the old-fashioned way by an artisan butcher.

Our cheese is handmade by a variety of South Island cheesemakers.

Our condiments are made in-house daily.

Our salad and vegetables are fresh and local.