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Waterline


4.0 of 5 stars 14 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Barbecue, Asian fusion
  • Arorangi, Cook Islands

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5 of 5 stars
WhangareiTravelCat   1 contribution
Whangarei
Nov 27, 2009

We went to this intimate, relaxed eatery right on the "Sunset" beach side of the island twice in our 10 night stay. The food was freshly cooked, tasty, and had a varied menu. This benefited me as a non fish eating, and brace wearing holidaymaker. The cocktails were excellent,and there was a good selection of wines. On Wednesday nights they... more

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5 of 5 stars
JandT_xlant_Advntur   10 contributions
Auckland
Nov 13, 2009

This restaurant is sensational! We dined here on a Wednesday night, which was our last night on the Island and I am so glad that we did! It is the best restaurant to see a sunset! We loved the atmosphere and the live music was amazing! The service was great and our glasses were NEVER empty! We will certainly be... more

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2 of 5 stars
fatsprat   14 contributions
Warkworth, New Zealand
Oct 25, 2009

This place seemed like heaven when we drove up, and sat on the deck over looking the reef and sunset. The staff were all exceptionally friendly and did their best to accommodate the gluten free needs of our daughter. However, when the food came it was very disappointing especially for the price. I ordered a seafood dish, which was a... more

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5 of 5 stars
KandB27   2 contributions
Southland
Sep 11, 2009

We dined at this restaurant once however wish we had gone more often. We had an awesome sunset and loved the fact this bar was right on the beach! The food was very tasty (we had the steak-yum!!!) and the seabreezes were an excellent accompaniment! We were made to feel so welcome by Chris (or is it Alfie? Ha ha)... more

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4 of 5 stars
TopCatPom   17 contributions
Auckland
Jul 13, 2009
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We ate here twice - once in the evening and once at lunchtime. You can't beat the location - it's right on the beach. There's a deck which gives a fantastic view, and the chairs are very comfortable. So - great atmosphere! For the evening meal there was a bit of a miscommunication with the new waiter which meant we... more

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4 of 5 stars
raro20   22 contributions
Te Awamutu
May 29, 2009

Stopped twice at Waterline, first found it and went in for a couple of drinks, decided we would go there again for tea at some stage. Second time we caught the sunset and had drinks on the beach while the sun went down. The owner,staff and the surroundings are lovely. The food was ok and filling more

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4 of 5 stars
kiwigran12   29 contributions
Auckland
May 9, 2009

The food was nice, service good. Not a flash place but full of atmosphere and right on the beach - and if you want to see a wonderful sunset it is the place to go. more

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4 of 5 stars
Tena72   13 contributions
Sydney / New York
Apr 23, 2009

We had a lovely dinner at Waterline. We were charmed by the staff, the setting, the amazinf sunset and the simple but good food. The character of the restaurant really added to the evening, it was charming! more

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5 of 5 stars
kiwi_travellers_nz   1 contribution
North Island
Oct 7, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

We had our wedding reception here (27 people, and you couldn't fit anymore) and it was fantastic! The location and setup of the place is amazing - we all enjoyed cocktails on the beach as the sunset, and then from the main rustic restaurant you look through the Palm trees out to sea. You sit amonst oil flame lamps on... more

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4 of 5 stars
salznz   2 contributions
auckland nz
Oct 5, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

We visited this restaurant last year as it was only about 100m from our hotel (Castaways). We thought it was lovely and romantic, simple cuisine from a small choice of food. But on a beautiful night why would you want anything else? more

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Arorangi, Cook Islands
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