King Tide Eatery
About
Set on South Island, King Tide Eatery is a restaurant. The venue sits at 72 Esplanade, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand, placing it on the island's east coast.
Diners have left 445 reviews for King Tide Eatery, and the restaurant holds a 4.2 out of 5 average from that feedback. The kitchen serves a range of dishes across lunch and dinner, and the team takes bookings for those who want a table secured in advance. Walk-ins are also common at this Kaikōura spot.
Opening hours run through the week, with the restaurant's schedule set day by day. The venue's website at https://www.kingtidekaikoura.co.nz/ carries the current details. The esplanade setting puts the restaurant close to the water in Kaikōura.
Visitors to South Island find summer falling between December and February, with winter arriving from June to August. Hāngī, a meal cooked in an earth oven, and the pavlova dessert both belong to the local food culture. Christchurch sits within reach for those travelling the island by road.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of food does King Tide Eatery serve?
King Tide Eatery is a restaurant on South Island, with Kaikoura among the nearby places on the island. New Zealand food culture includes hāngī, a meal cooked in an earth oven, and the pavlova dessert.
Where is King Tide Eatery located on South Island?
King Tide Eatery sits at 72 Esplanade, Kaikōura 7300, on the South Island. Kaikōura is a coastal town on that island, which the Southern Alps run down.
Do I need to book a table at King Tide Eatery in advance?
Booking details for King Tide Eatery are handled through https://www.kingtidekaikoura.co.nz/. The restaurant is at 72 Esplanade, Kaikōura 7300, on South Island.
How do diners rate King Tide Eatery?
King Tide Eatery holds a rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 445 reviews at its South Island setting. That score places it among the rated dining spots in Kaikōura.
Is King Tide Eatery open in winter?
King Tide Eatery operates as a restaurant on South Island, where winter falls from June to August, opposite the northern hemisphere's seasons. The island's summer runs from December to February, so the seasonal pattern differs from that of visitors arriving from the north.
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