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GAON Restaurant

4.6(553 reviews)

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Look for GAON Restaurant in North Island for restaurant dining in Palmerston North, where it occupies 130 The Square in the central district. The kitchen serves dinner only, with the evening service running seven days a week.

The restaurant has drawn 553 reviews and holds 4.6 out of 5, a tally that reflects a busy dining room rather than a quiet one. Booking ahead is sensible for weekend sittings. Opening hours run from 17:30 to 21:00 Monday to Thursday, and from 17:00 to 21:00 Friday through Sunday. The website at https://www.gaon.co.nz/ carries the restaurant's own details.

Palmerston North sits within reach of Wellington, Napier and New Plymouth, among other North Island centres. New Zealand's weather is changeable, and the surrounding ocean keeps both summer heat and winter frost moderate. Tūī, kererū and other native birds are common across the country.

New Zealand is a long, narrow group of islands, so almost nowhere in the country is far from the sea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of food does GAON Restaurant offer?

GAON Restaurant is a dining spot on North Island, with nearby places including Auckland, Wellington, Rotorua, Taupo, Hamilton, Tauranga, Napier and New Plymouth. New Zealand's changeable weather, moderated by the surrounding ocean, shapes what kitchens across the country can source.

When is GAON Restaurant open?

GAON Restaurant opens from 17:30 to 21:00 Monday through Thursday, and from 17:00 to 21:00 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Those evening hours suit North Island diners, where the ocean keeps both summer heat and winter frost moderate.

Where is GAON Restaurant located on North Island?

GAON Restaurant sits at 130 The Square, Palmerston North Central, Square 4410, on North Island. The surrounding country is a long, narrow group of islands, so the sea is never far away, and Tūī, kererū and other native birds are common inland.

How do diners rate GAON Restaurant?

GAON Restaurant holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 553 reviews, reflecting steady approval from its diners on North Island. The island's birdlife, including tūī and kererū, and coastal dolphins and fur seals, give visitors plenty to see alongside a meal.

Do you need to book a table at GAON Restaurant in advance?

Reservations for GAON Restaurant can be arranged through its website at https://www.gaon.co.nz/. The restaurant sits on North Island, where Polynesian settlers arrived around the thirteenth century and British colonisation followed from 1840.

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