Apiti Tavern & Eatery

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Apiti Tavern & Eatery Thriving local historic pub nestled in charming Apiti, mouth watering menu and fully licensed bar Feeling hungry?

At the gateway to the Ruahines sits a charming rural village called Apiti. Here you'll come to find the Apiti Tavern, a stunning building on a location which originates back to 1896. Inside, the tavern is alive with history, showcasing photographs on the walls of Apiti through the years. Locals with a thriving community heart give this place a welcoming atmosphere, unique to the rural country life. We've got a fully qualified chef, with a deliciously tempting menu, not forgetting a fully licensed bar.

SMOKED PULLED LAMB at the Apiti Tavern and Eatery. We deliciously present our lamb dish entrant for The Great Manawatū L...
09/10/2026

SMOKED PULLED LAMB at the Apiti Tavern and Eatery. We deliciously present our lamb dish entrant for The Great Manawatū Lamb Dish, part of Manawatū Rural Month, 27 September to 31st October 2026.

THE LAMB DISH
Lightly smoked lamb shoulder. Braised for tenderness and pulled, served over a cheesy potato bake and mushy pea, topped with sweet and tangy pomegranate and honey caramelized onions.

HOW TO VOTE
Order the Smoked Lamb Shoulder; Scan the QR code provided at time of purchase; cast your vote (please retain your receipt as proof of purchase).

VOTE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN!!
Each valid vote goes in the draw to win a Rural Manawatū Prize Package for Two valued at over $1700.

The prize package includes:
- The Woodshed, Rangiwahia = 2 nights accommodation
- TRC Toyota = weekend vehicle
- Hansens Café and Store = $100 voucher
- The Local Food Feilding Farm Shop = $150 food box

For full competition terms and conditions visit

Manawatu's Rural Month starts 27 Sept - 31 Oct 2026 - Celebrating our rural identity and the way of life that makes us uniquely us!

It's International B**r and Pizza Day, so what better way to recognize the day by heading out to Apiti Tavern and Eatery...
08/10/2026

It's International B**r and Pizza Day, so what better way to recognize the day by heading out to Apiti Tavern and Eatery, having a delectable pizza and possibly a beverage and soaking up the suns rays.

We currently have three pizzas on offer:
- Chicken, Brie and Cranberry Pizza
- Carnivore Pizza
- Pepperoni and the Three Cheeses Pizza

Any specials to celebrate the day?
- 1x Pizza and 1x Heineken Pint $40
- 1x Pizza and 2x Heineken Pints $50

Just added to Chefs Specials - Seafood Chowder
26/09/2026

Just added to Chefs Specials - Seafood Chowder

Looking for something to do? Head out for a road trip and enjoy everything rural Manawatu has to offer. Great scenery, f...
26/09/2026

Looking for something to do? Head out for a road trip and enjoy everything rural Manawatu has to offer. Great scenery, friendly locals, amazing food

Fathers Day Special available Sunday only.SMOKED PULLED LAMB - $36.00Lightly smoked lamb shoulders, braised for tenderne...
05/09/2026

Fathers Day Special available Sunday only.

SMOKED PULLED LAMB - $36.00

Lightly smoked lamb shoulders, braised for tenderness, pulled and served over a cheesy potato bake with mushy pea puree. Topped with pomegranate-honey glazed onion jam. Finished with mint infused lamb jus.

Amble out to Apiti and pop into Apiti Tavern and Eatery for some awesome food and relaxing atmosphere.
05/09/2026

Amble out to Apiti and pop into Apiti Tavern and Eatery for some awesome food and relaxing atmosphere.

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Andrew Martin, Kristine Chauval, Murray Bott, Lesley FarrellDrop a comment to wel...
22/08/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Andrew Martin, Kristine Chauval, Murray Bott, Lesley Farrell

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community, fans

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Blake Robinson
22/08/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Blake Robinson

Address

755 Oroua Valley Road
Apiti
4771

Opening Hours

Thursday 4pm - 11:59pm
Friday 12pm - 1am
Saturday 12pm - 1am
Sunday 12pm - 1am

Telephone

+6463284848

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