Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant

A front runner in Hamilton's growing dining scene, Iguana has been standing tall for over 20 years and remains a favourite with visitors and locals alike.

Taking residence in the building that was once Hannah's Shoe Factory, this restaurant boasts a prime location and some interesting local history. They embrace their heritage by preserving the original timber floors and some of its old features which affords it a rustic and cosy vibe. It's perfect for families, groups of pals or a yarn with an old mate.

Whet the pallet with some of your favourite comfort food. Their bao buns can be filled with anything from teriyaki pulled pork to spicy chicken and crispy halloumi, while your dining partner can knock back some fried chicken wings with smothered in housemade sweet chilli bbq sauce and topped with aioli, coriander and lemon. And that's before we've got to the classic green-lip mussels and sumptuous chilli and garlic king prawns!

For mains, only the finest meat will do! Chow down on some hefty plates like their crisp pork belly, New Zealand lamb shank and pan-seared salmon that comes complete with a pea and bean fricassee and topped with a mouth-wateringly delicious chilli coconut sauce. It's a seafood party! Or should we say iguana party...?