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What to order
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Mussels (garlic butter and green curry sauce)
Mentioned multiple times in different variations including garlic butter mussels and steamed mussels with green curry sauce. Praised for being beautifully cooked, fresh, and delicious with rich flavors.
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Pizza
Highly recommended for its thin, crispy crust and exquisite flavors. Several reviews called it the best pizza ever and praised the toppings and lightness.
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Pork and prawn dumplings
Described as an absolute standout dish, served in a flavorful coconut Thai soup and highly praised for taste.
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Mussel Chowder
Received positive remarks as the best mussel chowder some reviewers have tasted, though one mentioned it was more like a stew.
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Steak
Noted for being perfectly cooked and outstanding, with at least one review calling it the best steak they've had.
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Pumpkin soup
Described as amazing and spicy, recommended by multiple reviewers.
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Burger with beet relish
Praised for being delicious even to someone who normally does not like beets, indicating strong flavor appeal.
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Kids chicken tenders
Mentioned as big, thick, and worth the price, popular with families.
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Sausage roll
Called the best sausage roll ever by one reviewer, indicating a standout pastry/snack item.
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Breakfast dishes (sunny side eggs, poached eggs with toast)
Recommended for lovely presentation, hot and delicious quality, and perfect coffees to accompany.
Details
About UMU Restaurant and Cafe
UMU Restaurant and Cafe is a Coromandel, New Zealand restaurant, cafe, and breakfast and brunch spot that also serves lunch and dinner. Reviewers consistently praise the mussels, oysters, mussel chowder, pizzas, and coffee, along with generous portions and friendly, efficient service. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a large courtyard area. It is also noted for breakfast, solo dining, and reservations recommended for dinner.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is UMU Restaurant and Cafe known for?
UMU Restaurant and Cafe is best known for its mussels, especially the green-lipped mussels, garlic butter mussels, and mussels in green curry or chili-garlic sauce. Reviewers also repeatedly highlight the thin, crispy pizzas and fresh oysters, with several saying the seafood dishes are a standout in Coromandel.
What dishes are most recommended at UMU Restaurant and Cafe?
The most recommended dishes are the mussel chowder, steamed or garlic butter mussels, oysters, and the thin-crust pizzas. Reviewers also call out the pork and prawn dumplings, sausage roll, steak, and burgers as especially good, with comments that portions are generous and the flavors are strong.
What is the atmosphere like at UMU Restaurant and Cafe?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and trendy, with seating in front, inside, and in a large courtyard area that can be closed if the weather turns windy or rainy. It seems to suit groups, tourists, and solo diners, and reviewers mention it as a place to sit back for a while with coffee or a meal.
Is UMU Restaurant and Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is NZ$10 to NZ$50, and reviewers often describe the food as good value, especially for the portion sizes. One review specifically notes two large pizzas for NZ$40 as delicious and filling, and others mention dishes like kids' chicken tenders being well worth the price.
What should I know about ordering or timing a visit to UMU Restaurant and Cafe?
Reviewers mention that table ordering through a barcode is available, and food often comes quickly with efficient service. Dinner reservations are recommended, and the place has plenty of seating, including a big outdoor courtyard, which helps when visiting in Coromandel.
Is parking available at UMU Restaurant and Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is UMU Restaurant and Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, UMU Restaurant and Cafe is good for kids.
