Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
OCR
CAFE $$$
( 06-385 8322;
www.ocrcafe.co.nz
;
2 Tyne St; mains $10-29; 9am-late Fri & Sat, 9am-3pm
Sun)
Housed in a spacious old bungalow, this groovy cafe has limited opening hours but
remains a favourite among locals and visitors alike. Burgers, sandwiches, salads and
hearty breakfasts are made with care as are the home-baked cakes and slices. A rootsy
soundtrack and wood burner lend a rustic vibe.
Powderkeg & Matterhorn
BAR, RESTAURANT $$$
( 06-385 8888;
www.powderhorn.co.nz
;
cnr Thames St & Mangawhero Tce; bar menu $11-22, à la
carte menu $22-36; 4pm-late)
The Powderkeg is the party bar of the Powderhorn Chat-
eau, with DJs in winter, regular dancing on the tables and a notable craft beer selection.
Upstairs is the swankier Matterhorn, serving cocktails and an à la carte menu of meaty
mains and decadent desserts. In summer the Matterhorn closes and its menu descends to
the Powderkeg.
Cyprus Tree
ITALIAN $$$
(19a Goldfinch St; mains $23-32; 9am-late)
Open all year round, this restaurant and bar
serves up a tasty mix of Italian and Kiwi-influenced dishes: think pasta, risotto and
sumac lamb. The high-season chaos is tempered by a friendly team, cocktails, and qual-
ity wines and beer.
Mountain Rocks
BAR, CAFE
(
www.themountainrocks.co.nz
; cnr Clyde & Goldfinch Sts; mains $14-33; 8am-late)
A log-
cabin-like space with a nod to the all-American diner. Join the locals for cheap beers and
a no-surprises selection of big-portion burgers, lamb shanks, steaks, and fish and chips.
Buzzy garden bar with a big screen for the big games.
Information
Ohakune Public Library
(
06-385 8364; 37 Ayr St;
8am-5pm Mon-Fri;
)
Offers free
internet access.
Ruapehu i-SITE
( 06-385 8427; www.visitruapehu.com; 54 Clyde St; 9am-5pm)
Can
make bookings for activities, transport and accommodation; DOC officers are usually on
hand from 10am to 4.30pm most days.
around.
