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24/10/2026
LONG WEEKEND AT SMITHS ☀️
Three days of sunshine, good food, cold drinks and plenty of reasons to settle in for a long one.
SATURDAY
Martin Marshall on the decks from 5:30pm. Sunshine, cocktails and Saturday afternoon sessions in the garden bar.
SUNDAY
Our Sunday Lamb Roast is back, with $12.50 margaritas flowing all day. Not a bad way to spend a Sunday!
LABOUR DAY MONDAY
We're opening early from 11am till late! Making the most of that extra day off.
Homemade pizzas, sunny spots, plenty of space for the whole family and a cold drink with your name on it.
Long weekends look pretty good from here.
Smiths Matakana | 1151 Leigh Road
21/10/2026
Blingo night is back tomorrow!
6:30pm. Free to play. Flynny’s on the mic.
Bingo with a twist, dress-ups encouraged (the more ridiculous the better), and vouchers up for grabs all night.
Grab a drink, grab a pizza, grab a table with your people. It’s the best midweek night in Matakana, and we’re not just saying that.
Tag the friend who’s definitely coming dressed up. 👀
📍 Smiths Matakana. Book a table or just show up
20/10/2026
Where better to watch the Melbourne Cup than at Matakana Country Park. Cup Day at Smiths is shaping up to be our best day yet. Here’s why:
• Free entry from 2pm
• Races live on big screens throughout the venue
• A live horse display in the arena
• $10 cocktail specials
• A canapé hour on us
• Phil Stoodley playing live
• Smiths sweepstakes and best dressed prizes
Round up your mates or call it an early Christmas work do - get the team out of the office and into the garden before the silly season takes over.
Watch the Cup at 5pm, then keep the crew together for Flynny’s quiz at 6.30pm and a DJ from 8.30pm.
RSVP free for your chance to win a one-night stay for two at The Green Tent, a $150 Smiths voucher and $100 Stables Collective event credit. Get your crew together, get your outfits sorted and RSVP now.
https://stablesmatakana.flicket.co.nz/events/adb73bd5-d0a2-4b79-b3d5-9fccfe04e408?tc=fb
18/10/2026
Melbourne Cup Day is coming to Smiths.
All the Flemington glamour, right here in Matakana. On Tuesday 3 November we’re bringing the race that stops a nation, and it’s free to come along.
RSVP for your free ticket and you’re automatically in the draw to win a one-night Matakana getaway at , a $150 Smiths voucher and $100 event credit.
Red carpet arrivals and a photo wall worth dressing up for
Live music through the afternoon
Canapé hour, on us
Horses in the arena
Best dressed prizes, so go big on the outfit
The race live on the big screens, then Flynny’s Cup Quiz and a DJ into the evening
RSVP today!
https://stablesmatakana.flicket.co.nz/events/adb73bd5-d0a2-4b79-b3d5-9fccfe04e408?tc=fb
Smiths Matakana | Tuesday 3 November
15/10/2026
☀️ STICKING AROUND THIS LABOUR WEEKEND? 🍹
Good news. We're opening early!
11AM. Not 3PM. 11AM. 🍻
Margs on tap, homemade pizzas, sunshine in the garden bar and even a little something for your four-legged mate. 🐾
Smiths Matakana
Monday 26 October | 11AM – LATE
Book a table
https://www.smithsmatakana.co.nz/reservations 🍕
Public holiday surcharge applies.
12/10/2026
Check out what's happening next door this Friday. For those locals who have seen Edwin Judd here at Smiths over the past year, you'll know that he's quite infectious! Fun and a weapon on the guitar, imagine him live with his full band The RVMES, opening for Strangely Arousing.
Catch Phil Stoodley Music here from 5.30PM then roll straight into the gig. Matakana is the place to be this Friday!
Head over to the ticket page to check it all out!
https://stablesmatakana.flicket.co.nz/events/1a3d1283-a52a-4e25-8bae-0423c1d2329a?tc=smiths
08/10/2026
Love getting feedback like this! 🧡
Thanks Zaad for the lovely review, glad you enjoyed your visit!
If you're out and about in Matakana this weekend, pop in for a bite and a cold one 🍻
See you at Smiths!
08/10/2026
The All Blacks are back at Smiths! 🏉🍻
Remember the atmosphere last year? We're doing it all again!
All Blacks vs Australia
Saturday 17 October | 7:05pm
Catch all the action LIVE & LOUD across our Garden Bar screens and the main bar screen.
Grab your mates, settle in with a cold one and enjoy the game at your local!
Book your table now
09 422 7360
07/10/2026
Tonight at Smiths! BLINGO.
Bring the kids, the grandparents, the dog...we love everyone.
Be in to win some great prizes, including our GOLDEN TICKET, which is a monthly chance to win 2 x tickets to Legacy Fest.
Great fun for the whole family.
Book now:
https://www.smithsmatakana.co.nz/reservations
07/10/2026
Anyone looking for somewhere local to watch the rugby this Saturday? 🏉🍻
All Blacks vs Wallabies LIVE & LOUD at Smiths from 7pm.
2 screens in the Garden Bar + another in the main bar, so you won’t miss a minute.
Grab the crew, come down for a feed and settle in for the game.
Tables will fill up, so give us a bell to lock yours in
📞 09 422 7360
See ya Saturday 🤙
05/10/2026
School holidays at Smiths are hitting it out of the park ⚾
KIDS EAT FREE with every paying adult. Monday to Friday, all school holidays.
And there's plenty more on:
🧠 Tuesday: Quiz Night. The kids might just carry the team.
🎶 Thursday: Blingo with Flynny, 6:30pm, free to play.
🎬 Friday: Social Club Fridays. Dinner at Smiths, then a movie at Matakana Cinemas, starting at $45pp.
There's something for everyone, it's easy on the pocket and nobody's doing the dishes.
Book a table: link in bio
03/10/2026
RASPBERRY SUGAR RIM. TRY IT. 🍓🍹
Margs on tap.
$12.50. All day long.
No complicated sales pitch required really.
Doors open 11am - grab a roast, grab a marg, settle in.
📍 Smiths Matakana
03/10/2026
TOMORROW’S LOOKING PRETTY GOOD 👀
A proper lamb roast, absolutely loaded - $32.
Or make a job of it and go 2 courses for $44.
Got the kids? Their roast is $16 all day.
Thirsty? Margs on tap, $12.50 all day. 🍹
Doors are open from 11am. Come hungry.
📍 Smiths Matakana
Book a table or just rock up.
01/10/2026
FAMILY CLUB TICKET - (2x Adult and 2x Child)
2x Adult Smiths burgers or subs, fries and a b**r or w**e
plus 2x Kids’ meals with any fizzy drink
plus a Family Pass to Matakana Cinemas
$119.00
Book here: https://www.matakanacinemas.co.nz/social-club-fridays
Address
1151 Leigh Road
Matakana
0985
To get to Leigh Road in Matakana, you can take the Northern Explorer train from Auckland which stops at Warkworth station, then take a bus or taxi to Leigh Road.
If you prefer to drive, take State Highway 1 and exit at Warkworth. Follow Matakana Road until you reach Leigh Road. The restaurant is located on your left-hand side.
There is a public car park near the restaurant for those who choose to drive.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
3pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
3pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
3pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
3pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 10pm |
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What people say
Smiths - Matakana is a unique and charming bar and restaurant located on Leigh Road in Matakana. The combination of an old Blacksmiths and a 60's bach creates an industrial yet retro atmosphere that is both inviting and intriguing. The decor has been hand-picked, with every piece telling an interesting tale.
The food menu at Smiths is carefully crafted for sharing, with a diverse range of tasty gems presented neatly on small plates, platters, and in dessert jars. The six beers on tap include Heineken Light for the tighter drink driving laws, as well as a rotating craft beer selection that offers a brew for every occasion. The impressive wine list showcases the best of Matakana Wine Country.
Creative cocktails are also available at Smiths, served by interesting staff who add to the overall experience. And if you're looking to enjoy the beautiful weather, Smiths boasts Matakana's largest sun deck.
No bookings are taken at Smiths, so it's recommended to come early to secure your spot. Whether you're looking to hang out with friends or cozy up in one of their booths in the evening, Smiths - Matakana is all about good times in the Matakana area.
