Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
MAP
GOOGLE MAP
(
www.salutedelicatessen.co.nz
;
47 Horomatangi St; snacks $3-9, mains $10-20; 8am-5pm Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm Sat,
9am-4pm Sun; )
Bellissimo deli-cafe with operatic soundtrack, Taupo's best espresso and
what everyone needs: a walk-in cheese fridge. The Mediterranean-flavoured menu in-
cludes pizzas, fresh homemade pasta and aromatic pork
carzuela,
plus a counterful of
quality nibbly treats like bagels, slices, cakes and naughty-but-nice cronuts. Picnic sup-
plies aplenty.
Indian Affair
MAP
INDIAN
$$
GOOGLE MAP
( 07-378 2295;
www.indianaffair.co.nz
;
cnr Ruapehu & Tuwharetoa Sts; mains $16-29; lunch Mon-Fri, dinner
daily; )
Eschewing the staid, traditional curry-house vibe in favour of bold, floral feature
walls and high-back leather chairs, this thoroughly modern Indian restaurant serves up
spicy classics (try the tikka lamb chops and chicken
jalfrezi
) with warm service. Alfresco
tables bask in late sun; good whiskies.
Plateau
(
www.plateautaupo.co.nz
;
64 Tuwharetoa St; mains $20-35; 11.30am-late; )
An ambient place for a
handle or two of the Monteith's range, popular Plateau delivers in the food department,
too. Its menu of modern pub classics features the likes of smoked salmon salad with corn
cakes, and an artful steak sandwich.
PUB
$$
Brantry
MAP
MODERN NZ
$$$
GOOGLE MAP
( 07-378 0484;
www.thebrantry.co.nz
;
45 Rifle Range Rd; mains $30, 2-/3-course set menu $45/55; dinner)
Operating out of an unobtrusive 1950s house, the Brantry continues its reign as one of the
best in the region for its well-executed, good-value offerings centred on meaty mains
turned out in classical style. Book-ending with entrée and dessert is highly recommended.
Drinking & Nightlife
Things get lively in the height of summer when the town swells. The rest of the year it
might pay to take a newspaper to read over your pint.
