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Pataka Cafe - Whakapapa
79/100 (4085 ratings)
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"Great place for skiing! My first time learning snowboarding, which was so much fun! I booked a private learning group and each learner got chances to..."
Yuan Z
"This place is amazing. It feels like you are in a dream. It is a must that you check the weather and book ahead so you won't be disappointed if you..."
Ivan Strange
"Absolutely wonderful views in the summer! Compares favorably to the alpine crossing. But if you want to make the top you will need to arrive before..."
Sam Sartor
"Excellent place, facilities and amazing adventures in this ski park. Wonderful day in our visit, even if the day is freezing the warmth of its staff..."
Miguel TimPalace
"Had an amazing time! We are beginners, had a lesson and then practiced afterwards. It's great you get the hired gear to use for the whole..."
Katie Jones
"The place was awesome..Very nice experience for the kids..the only problem we encountered was, because of the unpredictable weather condition ,the..."
Celia Cervantes
"A great place to spend time with family. All the staff are very kind. They always wear a sweet smile despite of very cold temperatures. Our children..."
E A Jose
"Whakapapa is a great place for both tourists, skiers and snowboarders to visit. Amazing views. Happy Valley is a great place for beginners to learn..."
Victoria
"Nice drive up. Amazing views. It was the start of school holidays so lots of family there. I would..."
Maraina Waaka
"We went during the long weekend on 14th July 2023. I strongly recommend looking at weather forecast before buying the ski entrance and ski gear fee...."
Niiza San
"Our experience at Whakapapa Ski Area was absolutely amazing! The gondola sightseeing took our breath away, especially with the added charm of..."
Anjo Vidanapathirana
"I had a wonderful time at Whakapapa ski field, one of the largest ski areas in New Zealand. The view from the top of the mountain was breathtaking,..."
MaxDeGiraffe
"Still lots of snow...worth a trip up the mountain for a ride on Skywaka which is a modern large gondola to take you up to the Cafe gor a hot..."
simon paton
"Every year since a child have been heading up to Whakapapa besides the 2 decade null away overseas. An experience my kids enjoy. This is Whakapapa..."
Michael Borell
"We were there at 05:30am and we were able to park at the mountain. Cheaper if you bring your own sled. They need to put more..."
Gilbert Rubio
"Nature's beauty at its best where the snow mentioned in fairy tales come true 😌. Pack your skiing ⛷ gear. Highly..."
Venkata Narasimhan
"My first visit to New Zealand. My first trip to Whakapapa, my first snow experience, it was supper awesome, with lots of fun and..."
colette khatib
The Pinnacles Restaurant
90/100 (116 ratings)
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"Tickets tip: Sky waka ticket only includes one return, while day-pass can go unlimited. Much better than expected, especially when check the price..."
Chen Y
"We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch at Pinnacles. The food was excellent (Caesar salad, and pork ribs with potato bake & coleslaw). Because of covid..."
Shirley T
"The buffet lunch at the restaurant is very good with really fresh meat and vegetables (all sourced locally apparently). The food tastes excellent...."
Lim Leong
"Simple buffet but deliciously good food with such amazing views! Buffet included on the day we went: Starters - Breads and soups, Miso & Pea &..."
C Elu-Deans
"Came on sky waka up to the restaurant on hot summers day, enjoyably and relaxing atmosphere, food was delicious, different meats to choose from and..."
JAY P
"For $25 a great lunch. Don't expect a Valentines type menu but there was enough variety to satisfy most. Views of course were spectacular. Two..."
Lu Taylor
"Coolest place to have a buffet lunch. Spectacular views and location. Great..."
Bill Bramley
"Great food and exceptional service. Our waiter was extremely helpful and courteous. It is a buffet, so there is something there for everyone. There's..."
Pamela New Zealand
"Great service provided by Dawson and the team welcomed me and the family. Rescheduled our booking for earlier. As we have preferred diet requirements..."
Mark Kaufmann
"What a wonderful surprise 🍽🎉A great dining experience with stunning views and even better service! Dawson, the manager is amazing. Warm and..."
BAH “Aunty Bronnie”
"I had a fantastic time at the Pinnacles. Even with the clouds it was a beautiful experience. Made even better by the good food and brilliant service...."
Allie S
"Wow …. Friday Matariki Day caught the Gondola up to the Pinnacles Cafe and was very pleasantly impressed , firstly the upgraded window seat..."
Lance Bell
"Great selection of food at the restaurant. very tasty and fresh. Dawson was very attentive, professional and friendly. They kept the buffet open for..."
H C
"Nice complex at top of Gondala for meal, coffee and spectacular..."
David Phillimore
"Expensive to get to, but the buffet was good value at $20..."
Mark Windsor
"Used to ski up here a few years ago. Enjoyed our ride up on Sky Waka and thought the buffet lunch at The Pinnacle's Restaurant was very good value..."
Richard Dodds
"Thank you so much to the staff of this amazing restaurant. The view was incredible, the food was totally fresh and delicious and they kindly..."
Sue Graham
"Visited Knoll Ridge Cafe to experience the Buffet lunch today... Bookings we're recommended prior to arriving and glad we had done so. Wonderfully..."
Leela Tasker
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