Old Stone Butter Factory

Bay of Islands & Northland


This cool basement restaurant-bar hosts lots of live gigs from touring Kiwi bands along with the occasional spoken word night, or gay mixer. As the hours dissolve, DJs kick in. Burgers and pizza are good value, and the sunny courtyard is ideal for a coffee, a craft beer (the range is extensive) or a glass of wine.


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