Restaurants in Gisborne

Bollywood, a blend of "Bombay" (Mumbai's former name) and "Hollywood," represents India's vibrant Hindi film industry. In 1999, we brought a taste of this magic to Whanganui, opening the doors to what would become New Zealand's most celebrated Indian restaurant in the North Island. After thriving in Whanganui, Gisborne and Hastings. Bollywood Stars now shines brightly in Napier, offering authentic Indian cuisine crafted in a traditional Tandoor (clay oven). Our success stems from serving time-honored recipes passed down through generations, paired with exceptional service. With the warmth of Bollywood music and the aroma of rich spices, Bollywood Stars is your gateway to India. Welcome!

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP! Delicious Food, Drinks and Ice Creams, served right on Waikanae Beach

Rich in heritage and abundant in local produce, located in the inner harbor, The Works is a gathering place celebrating Gisborne's finest. The only remaining portion of the original Kaiti Freezing Works, the brick building was once a sausage making factory and later a dry store, while upstairs was the carpenters' workshop. The building is woven into local folklore with almost everyone in Gisborne knowing someone who used to work there and is a slice of Gisborne history preserved for everyone to see and be a part of. The freezing works used to be famed for having the largest brick facade in the Southern hemisphere. What we see today, The Works Restaurant is the only piece of the structure retained after being demolished in 1996.