Puretastes Restaurant - Paihia Bay of Islands NZ
Puretastes situated on a parallel horizon to the stunning oceanic background known as the Bay of Islands, this the chic pool-side restaurant with an elegant fusion of contemporary yet delicate interiors is a perfect fit with an award-winning resort.
Indulge in a sumptuous blend of contemporary cuisine sourced primarily from Northlands finest produce, attentively prepared by our team of chefs, host to Head Chef Chris Hagan, an acclaimed chef with numerous awards to his credit including the title English Grand Winner of the NZ-UK Link foundation Competition 2006.
Whether it be a decadent breakfast or candlelit dinner, Chris and his team ensure only the finest culinary experience.
Puretastes is truly the venue for a luxurious dining experience, a perfect accompaniment to the magical surrounds of the Bay of Islands and the Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel.
We use Northland ingredients where ever possible.
Breakfast Menu |
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From 7am to 11am Continental $16
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Cooked Breakfast |
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puretastes breakfast |
$19 |
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eggs benedict |
$17 |
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pancakes |
$17 |
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mushrooms on Heron Hill sourdough toast |
$17 |
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omelette |
$16 |
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today's detox drink |
$ 8 |
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full breakfast |
$30 |
LUNCH MENU |
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From 12 noon to 3pm |
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Todays selection of hand made breads |
$ 7 |
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Panini’s |
$10 |
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Today’s soup of the day |
$16 |
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Eggs benedict |
$18 |
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Sushi, sashimi & squid tempura platter |
$20 |
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Tuna burger |
$25 |
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Selection of cheese and fruit platter |
$21 |
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Tempura fish ‘n’ chips |
$20 |
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Smoked chicken salad |
$21 |
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Thai crispy beef |
$22 |
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Tasting Menu |
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A treat of small tastes of the a la carte menu Our tasting menu is designed for the enjoyment of the whole table. Menu only available for dining in restaurant 4 courses $75 per guest - with wine match $110 |
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tomato and haloumi terrine (only available on 5 course) caramelised pork belly pan seared fish chocolate brûlée, |
Dinner Menu |
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From 6pm till late, last mains orders 9pm |
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Breadtodays selection of Heron Hill and hand-made breads |
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$7.50 |
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Entrees |
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tuna |
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$22 |
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spring chicken |
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$23 |
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prawns |
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$23 |
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tomato and haloumi terrine |
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$21 |
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scallops and pork cheek |
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$22 |
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Mains |
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trio of lamb roast loin |
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$34 |
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ricotta and medtrainen vegetable stack |
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$31 |
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sirloin of beef |
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$33 |
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pan seared fish |
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$32 |
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caramelised pork belly |
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$32 |
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thai ‘crispy’ beef |
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$32 |
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Side dishesnorthland kumara chips with parmesan olive oil |
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$7.50 |
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Dessert |
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chocolate brûlée |
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$16 |
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strawberries & cream |
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$15 |
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coffee parfait, whisky jelly |
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$15 |
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taste of coconut, mango ravioli |
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$14 |
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tasting of puretastes gelati & sorbets |
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$13.50 |
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Childrens Menu |
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penne pasta with olive oil, tomato and grated cheese |
$12 |
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tempura fish & chips with tartare sauce or ketchup |
$15 |
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soup of the day served with bread |
$10 |
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sausage & chips |
$14 |
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hamburger & kumara chips |
$15 |
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icecream sundae with chocolate or raspberry sauce |
$ 8 |



