Welcome...
At HUHU cafe we offer a range of menu items which are natural, healthy, and appeal to a wide range of tastes. The menu is ingredients based, and focuses on small plates, meaning that each dish is based on just one or two key ingredients. Customers can choose a combination of two or three small plates to create a meal that appeals to their tastes. Ingredients are predominantly sourced locally. There is a truly New Zealand flavour to the menu.
The wine list is carefully chosen to complement the menu. Our House List features one or two excellent, but modestly priced, examples of the main New Zealand wine varieties, available by the glass or bottle. Our Reserve List features some of the best wines New Zealand has to offer.
As well as our a la carte menu we have a range of counter food, including muffins, scones, bagels, cakes and slices for those wanting a quick snack or something to take away. Our coffee, roasted by Atomic, is of a very high standard.
Our décor has a contemporary New Zealand feel, with comfortable seating. There are great views from within the restaurant, and from our outside deck, over Waitomo Village to the bushclad hills beyond.

The HUHU café team is lead by Chef Andy Rawles and Owner Bruce Maunsell. Our staff are keen, knowledgeable and skilled in providing excellent service.
Catering & Functions

Our function room is available for meetings, seminars and private functions for up to 20 people. Ask about our set menus for groups.
We can cater for your dinner party, picnic lunch, wedding or any other type of function. Chef Andy and his team have had extensive experience in catering and can tailor a menu to suit your requirements.
We can also out-cater at a location of your choice. We also have connections with some great venues around the King Country and will be happy to help you organize a really memorable occasion.
If you are looking for somewhere for a fun weekend away with a bunch of friends, or a few days team building with your workmates we can help put together a package including catering, local accommodation and fun and/or challenging activities.
Get in touch to find out more.
Wine & Food Evenings
We host wine and food evenings with guest presenters from May to October. If you are interested in coming along
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