Whanganui Restaurants

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  • 1. Article Cafe

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    The local newspaper used to be produced in this historic building, but the premises now house a friendly café that doubles as a retro clothes and arts store. A large communal wooden table takes pride of place near the streetside windows, so this is a great place to chat with locals or just people-watch while you enjoy a cup of organic, fair-trade coffee. It is also known for its biscuits and cakes; the gluten-free chocolate and prune tart with blackberries is a popular choice.

    21 Drews Ave., Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand
    027-752--2472

    Known For

    • Location in Whanganui's emerging arts district
    • Artisan breads
    • Lively atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.--Tues.
  • 2. Momiji Japanese Restaurant and Cafe

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    Traditional Japanese food made with a mix of imported Japanese ingredients and fresh local produce is the star here. There's also a good selection of beer, sake, rice wine, and New Zealand beverages. Momiji is set in an old heritage building, once a post office, in the CBD.

    26 Victoria Ave., Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, 4500, New Zealand
    06-345–0444

    Known For

    • Bento boxes
    • Kirin beer on tap
    • Sashimi and sushi with locally caught fish

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 3. Stellar Restaurant and Bar

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    This relaxed bar–restaurant specializes in pizzas, burgers, light meals, salads, and meaty main courses. It's also a music venue and hosts weekly quiz nights. There's a strong Kiwi character here, with wool presses for bar stands and giant screens for watching sports.

    2 Victoria Ave., Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, 4500, New Zealand
    06-345–7278

    Known For

    • Strong Kiwi vibe
    • Late-night entertainment
    • Nice craft beer selection
  • 4. Yellow House Café

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    Join the locals at this cozy café, spread throughout the veranda, garden, and several intimate rooms of an old, mostly yellow villa. It serves a full breakfast/brunch menu with all the classics as well as wholesome, house-cooked lunches. It's located across the road from the river and a two-minute drive from the city center. The cafe caters well to vegetarians and vegans (try the haloumi stack with roasted kumara, wilted greens, and smoked capsicum [roasted red peppers]) but for meat eaters, one of the best things on the menu is the ginger beer pulled-pork burger.

    17 Pitt St., Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, 4500, New Zealand
    06-345–0083

    Known For

    • Best brunch menu in town
    • Great tea selection
    • Bright and welcoming atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
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