Mata Beer - Whakatane

I only stopped by briefly to check it out, but I'll definitely be back. I loved the design of the restaurant, and the location is convenient with easy parking. I had a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, some curly fries, and a beer tasting tray, and everything was delicious. The staff were really friendly during my visit as well. I’m looking forward to going back!

What a fantastic place! We were just passing through Whakatane and were looking for a nice, easy spot to eat. I’ll definitely come back here in the future. It’s much better than the downtown options. I ordered a cheese steak and my 10-year-old had a cheeseburger. Both were a good size and delicious. The beers were great as well. Overall, it has a wonderful atmosphere!

I couldn't leave Whakatāne without trying their locally brewed beer first.

Who would have thought Whakatane would end up with a local craft brewery? The scenery in the local industrial estate isn't much to write home about (there was a horse in the paddock across the road tho) but the beer more than makes up for it. Choose from easy drinking light beers to rich stouts with explosive flavor. If you like good beer you'll undoubtedly fine something to excite your tastebuds. There is indoor outdoor seating with some areas under shadecloth. They also have some space for live music type events. There's also an extensive menu of beer snacks, small bites and semi-serious meals to pad your stomach while you sample their wares. You can choose from a tasting flight of four different beers, small or large glasses of individual beers on tap or 1.25L takeaway bottles. There's also bottled beer for any of the tap beer that's run out or not currently on tap.

Great Friday night catch up with friends, berry cider and pizza!