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Best Fish and Chips!
- 15Rose And Crown Olde English PubPalmerston North CentralThe fish and chips at the Rose and Crown are my Father In Laws favorite! They are always crunchy and fried perfectly using the freshest fish! It’s a great spot to have a drink from their great range of beers on tap and great craft beers along with an excellent wine list
- 21Popeye's TakeawaysFeildingThis is a classic kiwi fish'n'chip shop with all of your favorites! They make a great spring roll and their fish is always really fresh. The service is great and it's a favorite with all the locals on a Friday night!
- 31Annie's TakeawaysPalmerston North CentralWhenever we are in Palmerston North this is our go to fish and chip shop. The chips are always nice and crunchy (no one likes a soggy chip!) Their fish burger especially is delicious and you can tell their fish is super fresh!
- 41Makino TakeawaysFeildingThis tiny little fish and chip shop would easily be missed if you didn't know it was there but they are famous in Feilding! They are most known for their Makino burger which is the biggest burger you can get in the whole of Feilding! Their food is always tasty but their burgers are what everyone raves about!
- 51Fish SpotPalmerston North CentralThis is the first fish and chip shop I have ever seen in a mall! Perfect for grabbing your fish and chips and heading over to the square for a picnic or a pit stop while shopping! The service is always great and the food is really fresh. Their crumbed fish is fantastic!
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Best Restaurants
- 13Aberdeen Restaurant & BarPalmerston North CentralWe ordered from Aberdeen the night before my wedding, everything was amazing the steak cooked to perfection. With very generous servings, so big in fact I saved the rest of my Mac & Cheese and eat it the next day after we got back from the wedding reception! Helpful staff who took our order over the phone and charged it to our hotel. I will definitely be back again my bridesmaids and I were very impressed!
- 23Rendezvous Restaurant & BarAokautereTake a short Sunday drive to the boutique Summerhill shopping center and have a delightful brunch at Rendezvous, it is a real hidden gem! Sit in their beautiful restaurant, talk with friends and sip on great coffee while you devour their yummy offerings. Their menu is full of great options from savory pancakes, french toast or a panini with your choice of fillings. My first visit to Rendezvous will not be my last!
- 31Monsoon Asian KitchenPalmerston North CentralAuthentic Asian cuisine that tastes amazing every time! We have often stopped by to grab a quick meal before going to the movies on a date night. The food is fresh, fast and doesn't leave you feeling bloated like take away food does! The intimate resturant makes for a great date night!
- 42Il Capo Pasta & PizzeriaAokautereIf you want to taste authentic Italian cusine look no further than il Capo. Their yummy wood fired pizzas and creamy pastas are delicious! Located in a sunny courtyard in the Summerhill shopping center which makes for great outdoor dining in the summer. Finish off your meal with their amazing Tiramisu and you will leave wanting to come back again next week!
- 51Nero RestaurantPalmerston North CentralThis has to be my favorite restaurant in Palmerston North. It really is a fine dining experience and something special. The food is beautifully presented and tastes amazing. Perfect for a special date night or anniversary with their delicious fresh fish, amazing wine and romantic setting Nero's is truely memorable.
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Best Pizza
- 12Il Capo Pasta & PizzeriaAokautereIf you want to taste authentic Italian cusine look no further than il Capo. Their yummy wood fired pizzas and creamy pastas are delicious! Located in a sunny courtyard in the Summerhill shopping center which makes for great outdoor dining in the summer. Finish off your meal with their amazing Tiramisu and you will leave wanting to come back again next week!
- 21Pompeii Gourmet PizzaPalmerston North CentralI went to Pompeii Pizza for my niece’s birthday dinner. They catered for our large group well and all of our meals arrived at the same time. The service was lovely and the meals were delicious! The pizzas were huge and we ended up taking half of it home in a doggy bag! A must visit for all pizza lovers!
- 32The Strong Room is Feilding's newest restaurant. Their lamb shank curry, seafood chowder and lamb hot pot make for some great comfort food! They have a large range of craft beers, New Zealand wines and a cozy fireplace perfect for a winter evening!
- 45Bridge CafePahiatuaThe Bridge Cafe located just after the Manawatu Gorge is locally famous for their picturesque views and yummy food! A great place for a winter lunch or for pizza night on a Friday evening. Made fresh in their handmade clay oven a cheesy pizza with secret recipe sauce is the ultimate comfort food on a cold Manawatu evening!
- 51Pizza Piazza FeildingFeildingThis is not your average pizza place! The pizza bases are thin and the toppings are all fresh and tasty! Along with amazing pizzas they also make great pasta dishes with handmade sauces that are divine. For the best Italian in Feilding stop by Pizza Piazza!
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Great Date Spots
- 13The Herb FarmAshhurstI have been many times it is so peaceful and quiet with beautiful gardens to explore, the kids will love finding the little fairies and gnomes hiding among the flowers! Stop in for a great lunch in their onsite cafe, visit their beauty spa or take home one of their handmade body products from their gift shop! Their Headache Balm is fantastic!
- 21Focal Point CinemaFeildingBe treated to lunch, drinks and a movie. I love the intimate feel of the cinema, the great food and wine and you can even hire out the whole cinema! A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon with family and friends!
- 32Lazertag ExperienceCloverleaNow this isn’t just for kids! What could be more romantic than chasing each other around in the dark shooting each other?! My Husband and I did this a few weeks ago and it was a lot of fun, there’s nothing like a bit of competition to get your heart going! Top it off with dinner afterwards and there’s a great date!
- 41Bentleys Motor InnWest EndMy first stay here was for the weekend of my wedding. The central location made it easy to get around and the manager was very helpful. The rooms were very well maintained and comfortable. Made even better with an in room spa pool, comfortable beds and no noisy traffic. Our stay was very enjoyable and I would love to stay again!
- 51Escape for the weekend with you and your significant other, turn the cellphones off and leave the laptops at home! When things get busy it’s so important to take the time out to recharge your relationship. At Lazy Acres you can enjoy he peaceful country side and reconnect, drink wine, relax and eat great food!
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Best For DIY
- 13Wall St Interior DesignPalmerston North CentralLike nothing else in the Manawatu, Wall St Interior has the biggest selection of designer wallpaper, fabrics and other home decor to make your home 'Pinterest worthy'. You will come out feeling totally inspired and wanting to give your home a new lease on life! Whether you are renting or own your own home the lovely staff at Wall St Interiors can give you great ideas and inspiration using some of their amazing furnishings!
- 21Renovations Palmerston NorthPalmerston North CentralSpring is the perfect time to start renovations on your home! Renovation builders can add on that extra deck to enjoy your summer afternoons or add on that extra bedroom! Fast professional service that covers the entire Manawatu!
- 31Supreme BuildKelvin GroveIf you are renovating and the job is a bit more than you can manage Supreme Build is great, they offer services on both small and large scale jobs. If you are needing help renovating or you are half way through a job and have run out of time to complete it before summer there is no job too small and they are always happy to help!
- 41Laser Plumbing FeildingFeildingIf there is something you need to get right when you are doing a big renovation it is your plumbing and gas! When you need to get a professional in Laser Plumbing are experts in their field and can help you with all of these aspects from finding a more economic hot water solution to fixing a broken water pipe!
- 51Manawatu Heating & SolarKairangaHow would you like to cut your water heating bill? Installing solar panels is a great investment to your home, not only will it save you money they also improve the value of your house if you are planning to sell! They also provide underfloor, central and wood burner fire services.
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Best Breakfast
- 15Alexandre Patisserie & ChocolateriePalmerston North CentralStepping into this cafe feels like you are stepping into Paris, cabinets full of freshly made pastries, the smell of freshly baked bread, coffee brewing and sweet smelling chocolate. If you are looking for an afternoon treat or something decedent to take home this is a must see! The staff are helpful, fast and make a great coffee and best macarons in town!
- 21Focal Point CinemaFeildingBe treated to lunch, drinks and a movie. I love the intimate feel of the cinema, the great food and wine and you can even hire out the whole cinema! A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon with family and friends!
- 33Rendezvous Restaurant & BarAokautereTake a short Sunday drive to the boutique Summerhill shopping center and have a delightful brunch at Rendezvous, it is a real hidden gem! Sit in their beautiful restaurant, talk with friends and sip on great coffee while you devour their yummy offerings. Their menu is full of great options from savory pancakes, french toast or a panini with your choice of fillings. My first visit to Rendezvous will not be my last!
- 41Flavour BistroPalmerston North CentralLocated in the Downtown Mall with the movie theater right upstairs this is a great spot for dinner! I have been dining at Flavour for over 5 years and their food and service is top quality. Their menu is full of yummy meals and they have a well stocked bar. The staff are always lovely and very good at making coffee!
- 53La Patio Cafe & BarHokowhituThis is a great spot for a light lunch or dinner their menu is full of decedent meals! For under $15 you can devour their Shanghai Mussels cooked in a tomato, coriander and chilli sauce with red onion and chorizo, served with toasted ficelle or one of their amazing salads. Delicious!