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Foundation Bar Kitchen Lounge

1 Maahanga Drive | Te Awa, The Base, Hamilton 3241, New Zealand
07 849 2311
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Ranked #36 of 165 restaurants in Hamilton
Cuisines: Dessert, Pizza, Tapas, Gastropub
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Late Night
Description: Setting strong foundations in style and flair, setting the scene as a place to relax, chill, and feel the vibe, Foundation the place to meet, drink & eat the freshest cuisine that the region has to offer. Foundation the gathering place for mate’s to immerse themselves in the excitement of their favourite sport or whatever they please.Without this FOUNDATION we are condemned to live essentially formless lives.... ‘Disobedience is the true foundation of liberty’ – Henry David Thoreau
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Late Night
Description: Setting strong foundations in style and flair, setting the scene as a place to relax, chill, and feel the vibe, Foundation the place to meet, drink & eat the freshest cuisine that the region has to offer. Foundation the gathering place for mate’s to immerse themselves in the excitement of their favourite sport or whatever they please.Without this FOUNDATION we are condemned to live essentially formless lives.... ‘Disobedience is the true foundation of liberty’ – Henry David Thoreau
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NZ
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

We often have a light meal here after shopping at the Base. A light meal is not small and enough to be our main meal of the day. Service is always very efficient and the food and beverage selection always good value.

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Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

I have visited The Foundation on many occasions, the décor is welcoming and relaxing, love the different types of seating available, allows for formal dining to casual drink and snack along with options of indoor/out door with separate smoking and non smoking areas. The food has never disappointed, portions good, presentation cleaver and menu varied. Staff are friendly and helpful,... More

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

Foundation Bar Kitchen Lounge has become our favourite 'Local'. We have only ever had excellent service from the friendly staff. As a smoker, I appreciate the separate enclosed garden area. In fact, some of my non smoking friends prefer to sit in this area due to the beautiful plants etc. I have never had a complaint about the food, and... More

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2013

Went here for a family dinner. Food seems to keep getting better! Had scallops for entree, pork belly for dinner and chocolate brownie for desert. All was well presented and tasted really nice. The pork belly was something else, not something I would usually order, but it tasted beautiful. Atmosphere was nice, no loud music so you could actually have... More

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013

I went with my family for a special dinner on the night before our son's 21st birthday celebration. There were only a few people when we arrived and the place is huge! Good atmosphere at that time. Each one of us ordered different types of dishes to compare with each other to find out what it's like. It didn't take... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2013 via mobile

Went to foundation for lunch. Much improved service from last 3 times. Food keeps me going back but was previously let down by the service.

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Hamilton
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013 via mobile

We went for dinner the other night Food was lovely, service was good and just had a great night We had very friendly staff serve us BUT have been before and it wasn't up to par then Much better this visit would go again no problem

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 20, 2012 via mobile

Went with workmates for a farewell meal. Service was alright,but meal was too long in coming and when it arrived was not as ordered. Would not be recommending this restaurant even though it was recommended to me.

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Hamilton, New Zealand
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2012

Visited Foundation over the weekend, Couldnt of asked for better service. Greeted at the front door by a lovely staff member and seated quickly, place was busy and buzzy great atmosphere couldnt fault the food fast and of a great quality. This place is a must visit before or after a movie, some nice craft beer on tap

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Brisbane, Australia
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28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012

Interestingly presented pub food, more like a gourmet pub, nice atmosphere & setup - loved the heaters

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