The Archer

An all-day bar and bistro serving hearty eats in Stanmore Bay, The Archer hits the bullseye every time.

Conveniently situated up Whangaparaoa Road, this charming little eatery serves as a friendly local for everyone who drops by. They call a dinky white villa their home, perfectly built to welcome in every last ray of sunlight through their enormous, Georgian-style windows. It perfectly matches the summery, whitewashed interior, nourishing the dozens of hanging plants that grace the restaurant and creates a relaxed buzz that always has diners coming back for more.

The menu tours European and Kiwi kitchens, resulting in a winning menu that has something for everyone. The mains include all the Kiwi goodies from battered fish and chips to lamb shank with pumpkin mash and salmon fillet with vegetable puree. If you fancy something a little further afield, their chicken schnitzel with fries and coleslaw should satiate the Germanic side of you.

Venture a little further south and you'll find fresh pasta, sticky risottos and crispy pizzas. Add a dash of fizz with a berry mojito, their signature sunset gin range or combine pudding and beverage with a Chocolate Chip Cookie cocktail. It's every bit as naughty and decadent as it makes out to be.