Alpino cucina e vino

Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula


In a heritage former post office, the stylish and elegant yet informal and approachable Alpino cucina e vino is one of the best restaurants in the Waikato region. The main menu focuses on excellent pasta, hearty Italian-style antipasti and mains – try the braised wild goat with pappardelle or the octopus salad – and top-notch wood-fired pizza is also available for takeaway.


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