Must-see nightlife in New Plymouth

  • Shining Peak Brewing

    New Plymouth

    Inside an old electronics warehouse on an otherwise dull stretch of Gill St, stouts, IPAs, APAs and a new beer monthly bubble away in 10 huge stainless…

  • Snug Lounge

    New Plymouth

    Inside what was once the White Hart Hotel, this savvy bar on the downtown fringe is the classiest drinking spot in town (unlike its predecessor). Dress to…

  • Escape Coffee

    New Plymouth

    Inside this old wool warehouse is a counter selling raw snacks and coffee (roasted out the back in a shipping container). There's a fridge loaded with…

  • Mike's

    New Plymouth

    Mike's proudly asserts its status as NZ's first craft-beer brewery (founded 1989) and when the beer is this good, why argue? Swing into Mike's new…

  • Hour Glass

    New Plymouth

    On a rise of Liardet St is this late-night tapas and craft-beer bar, with long leather banquettes and a cute little courtyard. Plenty of craft beers,…

  • Crowded House

    New Plymouth

    A sporty hive of boozy activity with lofty ceilings, booth seating, pool tables (in good nick) and big-screen TVs. The restaurant serves impressive 'plank…

  • Okurukuru

    New Plymouth

    With stunning views across the vines and out to sea, local produce and a grassy lawn beside the pizza oven, this is a lovely place to stop if you're…

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