About us

Welcome to The Porch Kitchen and Bar

The Porch Kitchen and Bar is in the heart of The Village at Waihi Beach. A great place to hang out with friends and family during the daytime, enjoying the happy vibes of the town. Quite renowned for it’s continental style food. We serve some of the best organic coffees at Waihi Beach, and are fully licensed. Live music from local artists over the weekend evenings. Contact us for function and event bookings.

  • Clock Icon Sunday to Thursday 8 am to 3 pm
    Friday and Saturday 8 am to 9 pm
  • Phone Icon Call Us : +64 7 863 1330
  • 18

    Years of Experienced

  • 100

    Menu & Dish

  • 1500

    Happy Customers

  • 50

    Staffs

Casual-chic venue offering a varied menu of locavore fare, including steaks & pasta, plus breakfast.

Sun, Sand, and Sea- add delicious food and a place to lounge – you have a winner! Welcome to The Porch Kitchen and Bar, in the heart of the Village at Waihi Beach. Come in with friends for a drink or meal with your family. We have something for everyone. With 18 years of experience and offering over 1500 continental-style dishes featuring local and seasonal produce, our delicious menu is matched only by our exceptional service. The Porch Kitchen and Bar is an excellent mix of seaside chic and is the best place to catch up for a late breakfast, brunch, or laid-back dinner. Come over and experience Waihi at The Porch Kitchen and Bar.

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Services

Catering Services

Birthday Cake
Birthday Party

Birthday parties are a wonderful opportunity for family and friends to gather together. The porch brings you the best possible food and service.

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Business Meetings

At Porch, our delicious catering menu is matched only by our exceptional service. We cater to groups of 10 or more, hurry up and book now.

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Wedding Party

Porch is a stunning restaurant located at Waihi Beach and is one of the best restaurant for catering services.

Specialties

Our Menu

$19.50
Belgian Waffles

Served with seasonal poached fruit , caramelised nuts , cinnamon spiced crème and berry compote

$24.00
Fresh Veggie Special

Pizza sauce , mozzarella cheese , capsicum, falafel, hummus, onion, olives, rocket, basil

$19.50
Breakfast burrito

Bacon , scrambled eggs , sweet chilly mushroom , hash brown, spinach , cheese , tomato sauce

$14.50
Porch Granola

Served with coconut yoghurt , seasonal fruit , and milk . ( v ) ( regular , coconut , almond , soy oat )

$22.00
Chicken, Bacon, Avocado Salad, Aioli Dressing

cherry tomato , cucumber , capsicum

$15.00
Fish Sliders

Fish, lettuce, onion, tomato served lemon mayo & Tartare sauce

Chef

Our Master Chef

Jhonathan Doe

Restaurant Owner

Rebeca Welson

Head Chef

Kharl Branyt

Chef

Luke Simon

Chef

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Open hours:
Sunday to Thursday 8 am to 3 pm
Friday and Saturday 8 am to 9 pm







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