Bars in Kawerau

We are a family-friendly bar and eatery located in Whatawhata (7 mins west of Hamilton, heading towards Raglan). The Whatawhata Hotel/Bridge Hotel/Whatawhata Tavern/The Backyard Bar & Eatery has been part of the village of Whatawhata since the 1800's. 154 years on The Backyard Bar & Eatery is still a place for people to have a drink and hang out with friends and enjoy themselves - as it always has been. But it is now so much more - live music, sport, food, family and community are the key ingredients. Kitchen Opening Hours - Monday & Tuesday - 11am -8.30pm -Limited Menu (Bar Snacks & Pizza) Wednesday to Sunday - Kitchen is open for main meals with full Menu from open until 8.30pm .

With a friendly atmosphere, our sports bar offers large screen TV's, TAB, Gaming Machines, and Joker's Wild. Two professional grade pool tables to keep the entertainment even more special while you socialize and view sports games. We also serve toasted sandwiches, hot chips, and pies.