Taupo's best eats before or after teeing off

The Taupo region is spoilt for choice with vibrant cafes, serving local favorites like custard-filled donuts from Baked with Love or a range of gluten-free and dairy-free classic breakfasts from The Cozy Corner. You will find unique and quirky cafes offering mouth-watering specialty items and eccentric decors like Lava Glass Cafe, Replete Cafe & Store, or L’Arte Cafe & Gallery.

When you’re in the Taupo region, you will not be without a gorgeous view of Lake Taupo and the surrounding mountain ranges. In Taupo town, there are endless restaurants and eateries with lakefront views such as Waterside Restaurant & Bar, Taupo Social Club, or Two Mile Bay Sailing Club.

For the special occasion, the Taupo region doesn’t fall short of luxury fine dining. The Bistro, nominated at the top 100 New Zealand restaurants by Metro Magazine, serves fresh and regional New Zealand Cuisine in a Euro-style eatery. A local favorite for social drinks as well as serving award-winning seasonal cuisine, Plateau Bar + Eatery is an excellent spot to spend your evening after a day on the fairways.