The Food Guide to Greymouth: Places to Eat & Food Tours

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The Best Food Tours in Greymouth

While Greymouth is renowned for its mining history, nowadays, it’s home to breweries, farmers and artisans which contribute the West Coast cuisine.

Brewery Tour

A go-to for foodies in Greymouth is the Monteith’s Brewery! Not only do they have a bar and restaurant to sample beer and cider tasting paddles paired with delectable meals, but they also offer tours of their working brewery.

The experience takes you through the brewing process, from the ingredients used to bottling and barrelling (or more like putting the good stuff in kegs).

You’ll also have the opportunity to learn how to pull the perfect pint, as well as have a tour of the mini-museum of one of New Zealand’s oldest beermakers.

Blackball Salami

If you’re in Blackball perhaps to do the Paparoa Track, don’t miss Blackball Salami. This butchery is famous across the West Coast and New Zealand for its exquisite range of salami made from a variation of beef, pork and venison combined with herbs and spices to create quality gourmet meat products.

If you don’t make it to Blackball, Blackball Salami can still be found in New World supermarkets across the West Coast.

Barrytown Knifemaking

Aside from the Greymouth Sunday Market, which we talk about in the 5 Things to Do in Greymouth for Foodies, another food-related experience is with Barrytown Knifemaking.

Now, this isn’t about eating, per se, but it’s about forging your own tools to cook with. The full-day experience takes place in the scattered community of Barrytown where you’ll be hammering and forging a quality knife in your desired shape with the help of your friendly hosts and instructors.

While the drinks and refreshments provided throughout the day aren’t exactly the main event worth bigging up in a foodie guide, the journey of making your own memorable souvenir and the end result certainly is.

More Food Tours in Greymouth

• Try a West Coast delicacy, whitebait
• Browse the Greymouth Sunday Market
• Have a bite to eat at the best taverns, cafes and street food vendors in town.

For more details and locations of each experience, see the 5 Things to Do in Greymouth for Foodies.

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About The Best Places to Eat in Greymouth

Greymouth might be known as the gateway to the West Coast, but it’s also home to a surprisingly diverse food scene. From traditional Kiwi pubs to international bites and cosy cafés, the town has plenty of spots worth sitting down for a meal.

Whether you’re after hearty New Zealand classics, international flavours, or just a good coffee, Greymouth has you covered.

Where to Eat: The Best Restaurant in Greymouth

Greymouth’s dining scene wouldn’t be complete without Monteith’s Brewery Bar (60 Herbert Street), a local institution serving hearty meals paired with craft beers brewed on-site. Expect West Coast whitebait, venison, and seafood dishes alongside tasting trays of their famous beers.

Another standout is Speight’s Ale House Greymouth (130 Mawhera Quay), set in a historic 1909 building. Its menu of pub classics with a modern twist makes it a favourite for both locals and visitors.

Where to Eat: International Restaurants in Greymouth

For a taste of homestyle Kiwi mixed with global influences, Maggie’s Kitchen (84 Tainui Street) delivers everything from classic fish and chips to Asian-inspired plates in a laid-back setting.

Meanwhile, Priya Indian Restaurant (115 Tainui Street) is the go-to for fragrant curries, tandoori dishes, and freshly baked naan, offering a warming and authentic Indian dining experience in the heart of Greymouth.

Where to Eat: New Zealand Restaurants in Greymouth

If you’re looking for true West Coast fare, Buccleugh’s on High – Recreation Hotel (68 High Street) is the place to try local favourites like whitebait patties and blue cod.

Australasian Bar and Grill (201 Tainui Street) offers hearty pub-style meals with plenty of grilled meats and seafood, while Jimmy Cook’s Kiwi Kitchen (32 Mawhera Quay) dishes up modern Kiwi classics with a focus on fresh produce.

For a scenic dining experience, Paroa Hotel Restaurant and Bar (508 Main South Road, Paroa) combines stunning coastal views with generous portions of seafood, steaks, and seasonal specialities.

Where to Eat: The Best Cafes in Greymouth

Start your day at Sevenpenny (14–18 Albert Mall), a stylish café known for its creative breakfasts, fresh salads, and cabinet treats, all paired with excellent coffee.

Another local favourite is DP1 Cafe (54 Tainui Street), where the welcoming atmosphere is matched with a solid menu of sandwiches, soups, and sweet bakes, perfect for a casual meal or coffee stop.

For more restaurant recommendations, check out more upscale dining in The Luxury Guide to Greymouth, romantic dining in The Honeymoon Guide to Greymouth, and cheap eats in The Guide to Greymouth on a Budget.

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Alternative Things to Do in Greymouth

What? Eating and brewery tours aren’t the only things to do in Greymouth? Believe it or not, Greymouth has a few other fun-filled tours, scenic walks, mountain bike trails and more to enjoy during your visit. Some of the highlights include:

• Taking the TranzAlpine train through Arthur’s Pass
• Touring the gold-rush town of Shantytown Heritage Park
• Panning for gold and finding glowworms on the Glow-Worm Cave Tour with UnderWorld Adventures
• Finding and making your own greenstone necklace with Arahura Greenstone Tours
• Walking among the mining remains of the Woods Creek Walk
• Soaking in the coastal scenery of the Point Elizabeth Walkway
• Browsing the art and greenstone carvings at the Left Bank Art Gallery…

… And much more! Get more information on these activities and others in the 10 Fun Things to Do in Greymouth and across The Complete Guide to Greymouth.