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02/06/2026
๐ป One month to go... ๐ป
The countdown is on for The Gentlemenโs Long Lunch at The Fat Oyster, hosted by Sir Graham Lowe.
If you've been meaning to organise a table with your mates, now's the time. With only 30 tickets available, we'd hate for anyone to miss out because they left it too late. ๐
Expect a great afternoon of good food, good company, a few laughs, raffles, stories from Lowie, and the chance to meet a bunch of good buggers from around the Coast.
๐
Thursday 2 July 2026
๐ 12pmโ2:30pm
๐ฝ๏ธ Two-course lunch
๐บ Beer or wine on arrival
๐ค Hosted by Sir Graham Lowe
๐๏ธ $85 per person
Tickets are limited and bookings are already underway.
Round up the gentlemen and secure your spot.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
31/05/2026
โฐ Just a heads up, The Fat Oyster will be closing a little earlier today at 4pm to give our amazing team a well-earned break. โค๏ธ
If you're planning on popping in for your oyster fix, make sure you get here early. ๐ฆช๐
And while you're here, don't miss our current special:
๐ฅฉ๐ณ Steak, Eggs & Chips
Angus scotch fillet, eggs, chips, and rich bรฉarnaise sauce.
See you before 4pm!
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
29/05/2026
๐๐ฆช Kingโs Birthday Long Weekend = oyster weekend ๐ฆช๐
Weโve got something very special on offer...
๐ฆช ลkiwi Bay Oysters have arrived.
If Bluff Oysters had a twin, this would be it.
Wild harvested from the deep waters of Nelson, ลkiwi Bay Oysters are often described as the closest thing to a Bluff Oyster you'll find. Rich, creamy, full flavoured, and available commercially for the first time in around 25 years.
This is a pretty rare opportunity to try something most Kiwis have never had the chance to taste.
And if you're after something a little more warming, our famous Seafood Chowder is also waiting for you. Packed with seafood, infused with saffron, and served in a warm sourdough cob loaf. ๐ฒ
The perfect long weekend combo? A dozen ลkiwi Bay Oysters followed by a chowder ๐
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
28/05/2026
๐ฅ๐ Hot Wings Friday kicks off the Kingโs Birthday long weekend ๐๐ฅ
Long weekend mode starts here ๐๐ป
From 3โ6pm weโre serving up our famous $2 hot wings alongside cold drinks and all the Friday arvo vibes you need to roll into the weekend properly.
No better excuse to knock off early and settle in with the crew ๐
See you this afternoon, Orewa.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
27/05/2026
๐ INTERNATIONAL BURGER DAY ๐
Big burgers for the grown-ups. Little burgers for the little legends ๐
Whether youโre tackling our American Burger loaded with wagyu beef, bacon, American cheese, pickles, remoulade, capsicum relish & friesโฆ
OR keeping the kids happy with our Beef Burger from the kids menu served with fries, ice cream & choc sauce ๐๐ฆ
โฆtoday sounds like a very good day to grab a burger at The Fat Oyster ๐ป
Get amongst it, Orewa ๐
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
23/05/2026
๐ป THE GENTLEMENโS LONG LUNCH ๐ป
Good food. Good stories. Good company.
Join us at The Fat Oyster for an afternoon hosted by Sir Graham Lowe, bringing together a great bunch of gentlemen for a relaxed long lunch in the heart of Orewa.
This is all about catching up, meeting new people, sharing a few laughs, and enjoying a quality afternoon out.
Your ticket includes:
๐ฝ๏ธ Two-course lunch
๐บ Beer or wine on arrival
๐ค Hosted by Sir Graham Lowe
๐๏ธ Raffles throughout the afternoon
๐ค Mixed seating and social atmosphere
๐
Thursday 2 July
๐ 12pmโ2:30pm
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐๏ธ $85 per person
Only 30 tickets available and we expect this one to fill quickly.
Gather the gentlemen and lock in your spot ๐
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
21/05/2026
๐๐ถ Itโs Friday. You know the drill ๐ถ๐
Hot Wings Friday kicks off from 3pm with Zach Hawkins playing live right through until 6pm ๐ค๐ป
The weatherโs looking good, the drinks are cold, and the wings are ready ๐
๐ฅ $2 hot wings
๐ถ Live music from 3โ6pm
๐บ Friday arvo vibes sorted
Grab the crew, settle in, and slide into the weekend the right way.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
19/05/2026
๐ป Lads lunches have come a long wayโฆ ๐ป
Back in the day it was sandwiches on a steel beam ๐
These days weโre thinking a proper seat, a cold beer or wine on arrival, a quality two-course lunch, and a few good stories with the lads sounds like a much better option.
Join us at The Fat Oyster for an afternoon hosted by Sir Graham Lowe.
๐
Wednesday 2 July
๐ 12pmโ2:30pm
๐๏ธ Only 30 tickets available
More details coming soonโฆ but safe to say the lunch setup has improved a bit over the years ๐
18/05/2026
๐ฅฉ๐ณ Some combos just never miss ๐ณ๐ฅฉ
Our Steak, Eggs & Chips special has been going down an absolute treat ๐
Angus scotch fillet, crispy chips, eggs, and bรฉarnaise sauce. Simple, satisfying, and exactly what you want when youโre after a solid feed.
Available from 11:30amโ5pm, so whether itโs a long lunch, late lunch, or โmight as well treat myselfโ lunchโฆ weโve got you covered ๐ป
Get into it while itโs on.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
14/05/2026
๐๐ถ Friday arvo sorted ๐ถ๐
Hot Wings Friday is back from 3โ6pm and Zach Hawkins will be playing live to kick the weekend off right ๐ค๐ป
Grab the crew, settle in for the arvo, and enjoy:
๐ $2 hot wings
๐ live music
๐ cold drinks
๐ good food and good vibes
Bit cooler out there these days, but honestlyโฆ perfect weather to post up somewhere warm with a beer and a plate of wings ๐
See you at The Fat Oyster.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
14/05/2026
๐ฅฉ๐ณ New Special Alert ๐ณ๐ฅฉ
Steak, egg and chips done the way it should be ๐
Available from 11:30amโ5pm:
๐ Angus Scotch Fillet
๐ crispy chips
๐ egg
๐ rich bรฉarnaise sauce
Simple, satisfying, and exactly what you feel like when you want a solid feed.
Perfect with a cold beer, a wine, or a sunny Orewa afternoon ๐ปโ๏ธ
Get in while itโs on special.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
12/05/2026
๐ถ๐ Fridays at The Fat Oyster ๐๐ถ
Zach Hawkins is back this Friday bringing the tunes from 3โ6pm ๐ธ๐ค
Pair that with our usual Hot Wings Friday special and youโve got the perfect excuse to roll into the weekend ๐๐ป
๐ $2 hot wings
๐ live music
๐ cold drinks
๐ good company
Settle in for the arvo, grab a table, and let Zach take care of the soundtrack.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
08/05/2026
๐๐ Last chance for this weekโs special ๐๐
If you havenโt tried the Kleftiko style lamb shanks yet, nowโs the time.
Slow cooked, full of flavour, and served with glazed baby carrots, sticky brussel
sprouts, cauliflower purรฉe, and jus.
Theyโve been going down a treatโฆ and they wonโt be around much longer. ๐
Get in before theyโre gone.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
08/05/2026
๐๐ฝ๏ธ Reminderโฆ Motherโs Day is tomorrow ๐ฝ๏ธ๐
Which means one thingโฆ
๐ someone else should be doing the cooking ๐
Bring Mum down to The Fat Oyster this Sunday 10 May and weโll take care of the rest.
Good food, great company, and a complimentary glass of Tosti Prosecco for Mum ๐ฅ
Weโve got four sittings to choose from:
๐ 12:00pm
๐ 1:45pm
๐ 5:00pm
๐ 6:45pm
Easy win, and Mum gets looked after properly.
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ Orewa Promenade
07/05/2026
๐ฅ๐ Hot Wings Friday is on ๐๐ฅ
Yeah itโs cooled down a bitโฆ but honestly, itโs still perfect weather for wings and a cold drink ๐๐ป
From 3โ6pm weโve got:
๐ $2 hot wings
๐ warm food
๐ cold beers
๐ the perfect excuse to knock off early
Not exactly beach weather anymoreโฆ but definitely โfind a good spot and settle in for the arvoโ weather.
Grab your crew and kick the weekend off right.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
06/05/2026
Big thanks to the team at Hancocks Family Merchants for the feature ๐ป
Great food and drinks, and one of the best spots around to settle in for a catch-up ๐
Whether youโre here for fresh seafood, a cold one in the sun, cocktails with the crew, or a long lunch by the promenade, weโre lucky to have some pretty great beverages behind the bar thanks to the legends at ๐ท๐บ๐ฅ
Appreciate the support and weโll keep the drinks cold ๐ป
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
05/05/2026
๐๐ฅ Motherโs Day is filling fast ๐ฅ๐
If youโve been meaning to organise something for Mum, nowโs the time ๐
Join us this Sunday 10 May and treat her to a relaxed meal by the coast, plus a complimentary glass of Tosti Prosecco on arrival ๐ฅ
Weโve got four sittings available:
๐ 12:00pm
๐ 1:45pm
๐ 5:00pm
๐ 6:45pm
Tables are going quickly, so lock yours in before theyโre gone.
Book now at thefatoyster.co.nz or give us a call.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
04/05/2026
๐ท๐ Midweek plans sorted ๐๐ท
If youโre thinking about heading out for a bite, this might make the decision easyโฆ
Kleftiko style lamb shanks with all the good stuff - glazed baby carrots, sticky brussel sprouts, cauliflower purรฉe, and jus.
Rich, tender, and seriously satisfying.
Add a glass of red and youโre exactly where you need to be. ๐
On this week only.
๐ Orewa Promenade
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
04/05/2026
๐ฎ๐ฅ Cinco de Mayoโฆ with a Fat Oyster twist ๐ฅ๐ฎ
No sombreros, no mariachi bandโฆ but weโve got a few things that hit the spot ๐
Soft tortilla tacos loaded with flavour
Chipotle slaw, cumin yoghurt, capsicum relish
Pulled beef cheek or blackened market fish
Pair it with a margarita
Classic, spicy, or white peach
Not traditional, but definitely worth showing up for.
๐ Orewa Promenade
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
02/05/2026
๐จโจ Weโre still O so smittenโฆ โจ๐จ
Huge congrats to the talented Nicola Warner on her award for โThe Mighty Oโ ๐
We love this pieceโฆ featuring the lovely Olivia and a little slice of life here at The Fat Oyster. Even better knowing it comes from the mum of one of our former crew.
If you havenโt seen it yet, itโs on display at the Estuary Arts Centre. Well worth a look and a great way to support some local talent.
Make a day of itโฆ bit of art, then wander down to us for a bite and a drink ๐๐ป
๐ Orewa Promenade
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
02/05/2026
๐๐ฅ This Weekโs Special: Kleftiko Style Lamb Shanks ๐ฅ๐
Slow cooked and packed with flavourโฆ this oneโs all about comfort.
Tender lamb shanks served with glazed baby carrots, sticky brussel sprouts, cauliflower purรฉe, and a rich jus to bring it all together.
The kind of meal that makes you want to settle in and take your time. ๐
On all week, so come get into it.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
01/05/2026
๐๐ฝ๏ธ Mum deserves better than burnt toast in bed ๐ฝ๏ธ๐
This Motherโs Day, Sunday 10 May, skip the dishes and bring Mum to The Fat Oyster ๐
Every mum dining with us gets a complimentary glass of Tosti Prosecco ๐ฅ
Weโve got four sittings available:
๐ 12:00pm
๐ 1:45pm
๐ 5:00pm
๐ 6:45pm
Good food, great company, and no one asking Mum where anything is.
Bookings essential. Seats are limited.
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
30/04/2026
๐ฅ๐ Hot Wings Friday is on ๐๐ฅ
From 3โ6pm itโs the deal you know and love
๐ $2 wings coming out hot, crispy and seriously moreish
Perfect excuse to knock off early, grab a cold one and settle in for the arvo ๐๐ป
๐ถ Plus weโve got Zach Hawkins playing live from 3โ6pm bringing the tunes
And with a mint weather forecast rolling into the weekend, you may as well start early and get yourself in the mood ๐
Wings, music, sunshineโฆ thatโs Friday sorted
๐ Orewa Promenade
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
30/04/2026
๐ถ Friday Live Music is back with Zach Hawkins ๐ถ
Kick off May the right way with live tunes, good vibes and a few cheeky extras this arvo.
Zach Hawkins is playing from 3โ6pm bringing the perfect Friday soundtrack while you tuck into our Hot Wings Friday special. $2 wings, cold drinks and live musicโฆ not a bad way to start the weekend.
First day of May, sunโs out, and the weekend is calling.
Grab your crew and settle in.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
29/04/2026
๐ฆ This Weekโs Pick: Seafood Chowder ๐ฒ
A proper cooler-weather favourite has landed.
Our Seafood Chowder is rich, creamy and infused with saffron, packed with a medley of seafood and fresh market fish, then served in a warm sourdough cob loaf made for tearing, dipping and finishing every last spoonful.
Comfort food with a coastal twist.
Available all week, but when itโs gone, itโs gone.
๐ The Fat Oyster, Orewa
๐ 021 170 3868
๐ thefatoyster.co.nz
Address
A/316 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa
Auckland
0931
To get to A/316 Hibiscus Coast Highway in Auckland, you have a few options for public transport and driving/parking:
Public Transport:
1. Bus: Take the bus to the Silverdale Bus Station. From there, walk south on Hibiscus Coast Highway for about 5 minutes until you reach A/316.
Driving/Parking:
1. From Auckland CBD: Take State Highway 1 (Northern Motorway) north towards Albany. Continue on SH1 until you reach the Silverdale exit (Exit 398). Take the exit and merge onto Hibiscus Coast Highway. Drive for about 4 kilometers until you reach A/316.
2. Parking: There is limited street parking available along Hibiscus Coast Highway near A/316. Alternatively, there may be parking options available at nearby shopping centers or public parking lots in the area.
Please note that these directions are provided for general reference and it's always a good idea to double-check with maps or navigation apps for real-time traffic updates and specific directions to your destination.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
11am - 11pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 11pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 9:30pm |
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What people say
The Fat Oyster, located in Orewa, Auckland, is a delightful restaurant that offers a unique twist on classic comfort food. With its prime location on A/316 Hibiscus Coast Highway, it has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
One of the standout features of The Fat Oyster is their incredible selection of oysters. Whether you prefer them raw or cooked, they have something to satisfy every palate. Their oysters are always fresh and expertly prepared, ensuring a truly enjoyable dining experience.
But it's not just about the oysters at The Fat Oyster. They also offer a variety of other dishes that are sure to please. From mouthwatering burgers to delicious seafood platters, their menu is filled with options that will leave you craving more. And let's not forget about their Kiwi twist - they take traditional favorites and add their own unique flair, resulting in dishes that are both familiar and exciting.
In addition to their fantastic food, The Fat Oyster also knows how to create a welcoming atmosphere for their guests. They pride themselves on being an integral part of the Hibiscus Coast/Orewa community and have been featured in 'Hibiscus Matters'. This dedication to community shines through in everything they do.
If you're looking for a special occasion spot, The Fat Oyster has you covered as well. They offer Valentine's Day specials with complimentary glasses of bubbles or tap beer for bookings. Limited spaces are available for two sittings at 5:30 pm or 7:30 pm, so be sure to make your reservation soon.
With its friendly staff and inviting ambiance, The Fat Oyster is the perfect place to relax and enjoy good food with friends and family. Whether you're stopping by for $1.50 Chicken Wing Fridays or indulging in an Espresso Martini on a sunny day, you're guaranteed to have a memorable experience at this charming restaurant.
So, if you find yourself in Auckland, make sure to visit The Fat Oyster on Hibiscus Coast Highway. Your taste buds will thank you for it!
