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The Works

Gisborne, New Zealand

Located at 41 Esplanade in Kaiti, Gisborne, The Works presents a varied menu featuring market-fresh fish, premium lamb, and classic favourites such as the...

4.2 / 5

Guest rating

754

Reviews

Restaurant

Cuisine

Gisborne

City

$30 to $90

Price level

Closes at 8:00 PM

Overview

About The Works

Located at 41 Esplanade in Kaiti, Gisborne, The Works presents a varied menu featuring market-fresh fish, premium lamb, and classic favourites such as the Canterbury Angus Beef Burger and pumpkin cream soup. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully prepared dishes accompanied by a strong selection of wines, beers, cocktails, and coffee. The range accommodates vegetarian options and small plates, suitable for solo dining or groups.

The dining experience at The Works offers a blend of casual and upscale atmosphere within a historic venue. The establishment supports accessibility with wheelchair friendly entrances, restrooms, and seating. Visitors can expect table service with opportunities to dine indoors or outdoors, including pet-friendly areas. Brunch and dinner reservations are suggested to help plan visits during busy periods.

Coffee served Wine list available Takeout option Family-friendly Vegetarian options Table service Wheelchair accessible Dogs allowed indoors and outside

Quick facts

  • 41 Esplanade, Kaiti, Gisborne 4010
  • Typical visit: 1–3 hours
  • Price range: $30 to $90
  • Contact: +64 6 868 9699
  • Accepts credit, debit, NFC payments
  • Mixed free and paid parking available
  • Wi-Fi onsite
  • Popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner
Amenities & features

What's available at the restaurant

Grouped by category - each group lists what's available and what isn't at The Works.

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • No Delivery

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • 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
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Hard liquor
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • 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
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside
Hours

Opening hours

When The Works is open during the week.

Closes at 8:00 PM

  • Monday 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
  • Tuesday 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
  • Wednesday 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
  • Thursday 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
  • Friday 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Sunday 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Location

Location & Nearby Places

Central Gisborne, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.

Reviews

Reviews for The Works

What recent guests say after dining at The Works.

4.2/ 5

Based on 754 guest reviews

Pork Belly Seafood Chowder Outdoor Seating Steak Risotto Fish And Chips Cocktails Duck Focaccia Bread Salmon

Rating distribution

5 57%
4 24%
3 8%
2 5%
1 7%

Océane Barle

Aug 09, 2026

"I’ve been there last Thursday night for dinner with my partner. We’ve been warmly welcome by our waitress Maya. She’ve done an amazing job, making her best to be sure that our experience goes well. We had two entrées and two mains. Everything was delicious. Tasty and original compare to what we can find in other places. And the building is really cute, make me think about south of France restaurant lol. Just an advice, when you book ask to seat on the front terrace if you want enjoy the sunset during your dinner. Thanks a lot we will definitely be back."

ethan wells

Aug 01, 2026

"My wife and I visited The Works in Gisborne on Sunday and had an amazing experience. The food was absolutely delicious, and the meals were cooked perfectly. The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed, making it a great place to enjoy a meal together. What really stood out was the excellent service from Megan, the blonde waitress who looked after us. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was just right throughout our visit. Her positive attitude and great customer service made the experience even more enjoyable. We'll definitely be back and would highly recommend The Works to anyone looking for great food and outstanding service. Thanks, Megan, for helping make our visit so enjoyable!"

Natalie Atkinson

Jul 21, 2026

"Great service. I had the salmon, it was delicious. My cocktail was good. My husband had the steak. Consistently good quality food is why we keep coming back. I would recommend to anyone."

Jennifer Kahu-Luke

Jun 06, 2026

"An absolute 10/10 experience! ⭐ My partner and I dined here to celebrate their birthday, and it was our first visit. We wanted to try somewhere new, and we're so glad we did. The food was outstanding, the flavours were incredible, the service was exceptional, and the atmosphere made the evening even more special. Everything exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend The Works to anyone looking for a great dining experience and will definitely be back again soon. Thank you for helping make the birthday celebration so memorable!"

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about visiting The Works restaurant.

Guests can enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert with table service both indoors and outdoors, including areas suitable for solo dining and groups.

The restaurant features wheelchair accessible entrances, restrooms, parking, and seating to accommodate guests with mobility needs.

Reservations are recommended for brunch and dinner to help ensure seating availability, and the restaurant accepts bookings in advance.

The venue is family-friendly, offering high chairs and a kids' menu to suit younger diners.

Both free and paid parking options including a parking lot and street parking are available close to the location.

Dogs are allowed both inside and in outdoor seating areas, making the venue pet-friendly throughout.

Takeout is available for guests preferring to enjoy meals off-site, but delivery services are not offered.

Payments can be made using credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for convenience.

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