Groper GarageSouth Bay, Kaikōura
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Restaurant · South Bay

Groper Garage

50 West End, Kaikōura, 7300 Open 7 days · noon – 9 pm

Opening hours

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Open 7 days · noon – 9 pm
Weekly opening hours for Groper Garage
Mondaynoon – 9 pm
Tuesdaynoon – 9 pm
Wednesdaynoon – 9 pm
Thursdaynoon – 9 pm
Fridaynoon – 9 pm
Saturdaynoon – 9 pm
Sundaynoon – 9 pm

Times shown in New Zealand time. Public holiday hours may differ – call +64 3 319 7407 to check.

50 West End, Kaikōura, 7300

About

About Groper Garage

Found at 50 West End in South Bay, Groper Garage is a restaurant that has become part of the South Bay dining scene. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Diners come here for modern, international-style food. If it is your first visit, look out for classics of the style such as slow-cooked lamb. We currently list 11 places in Kaikōura in the international category, and Groper Garage is among them.

Groper Garage is open seven days a week. The earliest start is noon on Mondays, and the latest finish is 9 pm on Mondays. In total it trades for about 63 hours each week.

On the practical side, the listing notes outdoor seating. For budgeting, restaurants of this kind in New Zealand typically cost around $40–$70 per person (Mid-to-upper range). The neighbourhood is a busy food area – there are at least 10 other places to eat within a kilometre, so you have plenty of options for drinks before or dessert after.

On the menu

Menu highlights

Popular dishes for this style of restaurant with typical New Zealand prices.

Full menu guide
Small PlatesSeasonal soup

With bread

$14–18

Small PlatesSourdough

With cultured butter

$8–12

MainsChicken supreme

With mushroom and thyme

$32–39

Small PlatesBurrata

With heirloom tomatoes

$20–25

Small PlatesSalt and pepper squid

With lime aioli

$18–22

SidesGarden salad

House dressing

$9–12

Plan your visit

When is Groper Garage busiest?

Estimated busy times based on its opening hours and how people usually dine at restaurants in New Zealand. The gold bar marks the current hour.

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Usually busiest around 7 pm on Fridays.

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Questions about Groper Garage

Where is Groper Garage?

Groper Garage is at 50 West End, Kaikōura, 7300, about 100 m from central Kaikōura. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are Groper Garage's opening hours?

The published hours are: Monday noon – 9 pm; Tuesday noon – 9 pm; Wednesday noon – 9 pm; Thursday noon – 9 pm; Friday noon – 9 pm; Saturday noon – 9 pm; Sunday noon – 9 pm. Hours can change on public holidays.

Is Groper Garage open on weekends?

Yes – Groper Garage is open on both Saturday (noon – 9 pm) and Sunday (noon – 9 pm).

What kind of food does Groper Garage serve?

Modern, international-style food. See the menu page for typical dishes and price ranges for this style of restaurant.

How much does it cost to eat at Groper Garage?

As an estimate, a meal at a restaurant like this usually costs $40–$70 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

How can I contact Groper Garage?

You can call +64 3 319 7407. Tap the phone number on this page to call directly from your mobile.

What other restaurants are near Groper Garage?

The closest is The Whaler Bar and Restaurant (40 m away). See the "Nearby" section for more options with distances.

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