The food and beer here is great. So much so that my wife and I organised a pre-wedding party here recently. Everyone loved it, good food and drink with a beautiful location and attentive staff. We were basically given the lovely Brooke who acted as a liason for our party all afternoon which I think really helped things run smoothly.
Would recommend! and a big thanks to all the staff at sawmill for a great day!
Was driving by and found this brewery, we stopped and tried a flight of beers between us, that's 5 small glasses but allows you to try a few different beers, we liked them all and bought some xpa home. Will visit again next time we are up this way. Staff friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Atmosphere and ambience great, didn't eat this time but will next as menu looked great.
Really interesting menu with a great range of options. The smoked fatty pork cheeks were the highlight. The spicy ribs were a bit too smoky for my liking, but still good. The brocolini and feta was also really tasty.
The staff were really friendly and helpful. The venue was super clean as well which is always appreciated
Me and my husband came in a late afternoon we enjoyed the beers and the beer tasting selection so much along with the ribs, oyster and pork.
A best choice when you go Matakana during winter. Reasonable priced big portion yummy food, fresh oysters, fantastic range of craft beer and warm fire place. What can I ask for more. 😍
Came for some nibbles and a drink. Had an alcoholic ginger beer which was yum! Not as sweet as non-alcoholic ginger beer and lighter than beer. Also tried the corn, such yum chipotle mayo! The eggplant was good too but nothing amazing. Eager to come back and try more on the menu and the drinks as all looks delish! Such nice chill outdoor vibes, perfect for summer!
A short drive from Matakana market to this place. The area and ambient is really nice! Big space inside and outside. Service was good even though they were really busy! Food was good as well, small portions to share. Most of dishes we ordered were good. Only two we didn’t like were BBQ pork croquettes and the beef ball from kid platter. Texture of these two were too mushy just like baby blend food inside deep fried crumbs. But overall it was a really nice place.
Wonderful ambience and good beers!
Went there at 1 pm on Sunday and the tables outside were almost full as it was a sunny day.
We tried beer tasting tray, Kingfish Tataki and Venison Smoke.
Their service was very quick and staff were friendly. Food was well presented and delicious, though I reckon a little bit pricey side considering they are small portions.
Highly recommend going there when the weather is good, and grab some beer and a table outside. We would definitely come back!
Sawmill Brewery has a great ambience, especially the al fresco area, and is a fine place to quaff a beer, or two. The pale ales are especially good. The food is okay, but a little expensive for what it is. Matakana has become a foodie destination, but come to Sawmill for the beer!
This was the second time we have visited in Jan and both the food and the service was/is amazing. Great selection of tapas style food with plenty of options to choose from, nothing disappointed us.
Great outside area for the kids to climb all over and still able too keep an eye on them. Would definitely come back again.
Good food, great selection of beers and awesome vibes..we went in late afternoon and it wasn’t very busy, the food came promptly, loved the swordfish tataki salad and the venison ribs...we also ordered the eel pate with sourdough but found it quite plain. The beers were cheap and fresh! Staffs were attentive, will definitely come back again..when the weather is better next time!
What a magic spot. The beers are always a winner and the food is perfectly matched. If you want burgers and pizza this is not the place for you. Rather, each plate is interesting and considered. A real treat.
Absolutely blown away by our incredible experience today. We popped in this arvo for a few beers in the sun and by the time we got home, we cancelled our dinner plans and returned. Every dish was amazing, staff were friendly and attentive. The vibe is spot on and did I mention the food?! Metro top 50 much. All that and B Corp certified to boot - epic epic epic will be back for more!
Fantastic beer and service, gorgeous food, and a lovely atmosphere! I loved the ethos of sawmill as an environmentally aware brewery as well. Highly recommended.
Great service, food and brew. Highly recommended. Lots of parking, outdoor and indoor spaces (outdoor heating available). Room for kids to run around. Food came out around 15 minutes and staff were helpful and efficient.
Busy atmosphere but we managed to get a seat outside. Lots of choice with the beer and the food was gorgeous. Recommend spending a summer's afternoon chilling outside.
Joanie Badenhorst-Awasthi
+4
The beer selection is top notch. The staff are very informed and able to assist you with your beer choices, to make it a truly enjoyable experience.
The place has a rustic charm, and a lovely outside area with great views. It's the perfect place to kick back with some friends for the afternoon.
Although they have a nice enough menu, I was very disappointed about the portion size (especially considering the cost), and lack of food that go with beer, e.g. burgers, steak, pizza, nachos, etc.
Lovely setting and a must visit for Omaha or Matakana visitors. Beer is delicious and tasting platters etc make it good plus the off license. Staff were excellent and and attentive. Food was delicious but found it to be super pricey and slightly limited. Almost trying to be a 5 star restaurant when it's not, its a brewery! Only reason for not being 5 stars. Definitely worth a visit though!
The beer here is world class. One of my NZ favourites. Good parking welcoming staff. Trendy relaxing vibe with great tunes and plenty of seating options. Food prices above average but a high standard so could be forgiven... especially after a pint or two. we will be back
It has HUGE selection of BEER! From ales to lagers, you name it. I would’ve given 5-stars because I was expecting larger food portions. But quality of cuisine was still great nonetheless. Very attentive and friendly service crew also adds buzz to the place!
Went for the brewery tour for Dads 70th. The whole family absolutely loved it - there's something for everyone from new-to-not-so-beer drinkers to someone who considers themselves beer experts. The beer sample rack was very generous. Smoko room menu was amazing and very tasty.
The beer was fantastic! There are 2 of them became the most impressive beer for me in Auckland. However not much selections on the menu interested.
Definitely will back again
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