WHAKATANE HOTEL & THE CRAIC IRISH PUB

Located within the Whakatane Hotel, this pub is aptly named, since craic, a word of Irish origin, means "entertainment" in the sense of "gossip" in English. Behind its beautiful Art Deco frontage, you'll find a traditional address where locals like to come for a pint or two. There's a sunny terrace in fine weather. This is the local's no-fuss pub, serving simple, efficient food (pizzas, burgers, fries).