Jolly Roger Bar & Restaurant
A picturesque restaurant offering hearty meals with stunning marina views, known for its generous portions and friendly atmosphere.
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Jolly Roger Bar & Restaurant
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A picturesque restaurant offering hearty meals with stunning marina views, known for its generous portions and friendly atmosphere.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long waits for your food, it's recommended to visit during less busy times.
Try the Seafood Chowder
This highly recommended dish is a must-try for seafood lovers according to reviewers.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Seafood, Bar, Cafe, Steak House
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+64 3 573 6585
Address
1/4 Te Ara Kaimoana, Waikawa, Picton 7220, New Zealand
Website
jollyroger.net.nz/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Stunning Marina Views
Savor delicious meals with breathtaking views of Waikawa Bay, perfect for a relaxed dining experience.
Generous Portions & Value
Enjoy hearty, value-for-money meals with large portions, ensuring you leave satisfied.
Fisherman's Basket
Indulge in a highly recommended seafood platter, considered one of the best in New Zealand.
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Visit Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long waits for your food, it's recommended to visit during less busy times.
Try the Seafood Chowder
This highly recommended dish is a must-try for seafood lovers according to reviewers.
Enjoy the Latte Art
Coffee enthusiasts can appreciate the cute and well-crafted latte art offered.
Walk to Waikawa Bay
Consider a scenic walk from Picton to Waikawa Bay to bypass ferry traffic.
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from all over the internet
Visit Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long waits for your food, it's recommended to visit during less busy times.
Try the Seafood Chowder
This highly recommended dish is a must-try for seafood lovers according to reviewers.
Enjoy the Latte Art
Coffee enthusiasts can appreciate the cute and well-crafted latte art offered.
Walk to Waikawa Bay
Consider a scenic walk from Picton to Waikawa Bay to bypass ferry traffic.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners frequently praise Jolly Roger Bar & Restaurant for its stunning marina views and generous, value-for-money portions, with many highlighting the friendly and accommodating service. However, some reviews mention slow service and average food quality, suggesting a mixed experience for some patrons.
"The Jolly Rodger has an amazing view over the marina and a lovely outdoor seating area! Although the seagulls might try to get a bite of your food after you leave but the water gun can handle them!! 😂 All jokes aside the restaurant is in a great location and is very nice both inside and out. The service is great and the stuff is fantastic and polite but also funny. Food is a 10/10 for me and my family, I ordered a bowl of large fries and they were amazing!!! Perfectly cooked, golden, crispy and salted fries!! My Mum really enjoyed her cheesy chicken schnitzel with mushroom sauce and a yummy salad! She also says (And so do I) that the meals are definitely worth the price as they are BIG proportion's……. Andd my Dad says that his Beef Burger was very tasty, and very filling, he would come back again. (The picture was taken once I got back home with my fries I ordered because I couldn’t finish them off 😅"
Kacey Janssen
"What a nice area with a view. Quite peaceful too while enjoying our yummy food outside in the warm sun. Staff were friendly. Definitely coming back again."
Tofia Kepasi
"We were recommended by the local campground as a good choice for dinner and they were correct. Reasonably priced food with generous portions. Service was quick and friendly"
kiwisflythecoop nz
What People Like
What People Dislike
Frequently Asked Questions
To avoid long waits, it's recommended to visit during off-peak hours. [^data]
Yes, many reviewers mention that the meals are large and offer great value for money. +2
The Fisherman's Basket is highly recommended by diners and considered one of the best seafood platters in New Zealand.
The restaurant offers stunning outlooks over the marina and Waikawa Bay, making it a beautiful dining spot. +1
Yes, coffee is available and reviewers note the cute and well-crafted latte art. +1
The homemade cinnamon bun is a breakfast favorite, described as fabulous and delicious.
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Recommended to me by a local restaurant so I had to try it! Coffee was 10/10 so was the bacon and eggs. Lovely lady looking after customers fantastic...
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