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The Craypot The Esplanade, Jackson Bay 7886

The Craypot





378 Reviews
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Seafood restaurant
  • Friday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Saturday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Sunday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Monday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Tuesday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Wednesday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Thursday11 am–3:30 pm




The Craypot The Esplanade, Jackson Bay 7886




About the Business

Epic Little Seaside Restaurant Jackson Bay | The Craypot | The Craypot is an award-winning seaside destination eatery located in one of the most beautiful places to visit in New Zealand - Jackson Bay, Haast. The Craypot is nestled on a terrace right above the ocean with a drive time of approximately 40 minutes from Haast to Jackson Bay. Customers can enjoy indoor or outdoor seating options in close proximity to all the attractions Jackson Bay has to offer such as hiking, fishing, sea kayaking, and watching the dolphins jump in the bay.

Contacts

Website
http://www.thecraypotnz.com/
Call Us
+6437500035
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The Esplanade, Jackson Bay 7886
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Hours

  • Friday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Saturday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Sunday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Monday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Tuesday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Wednesday11 am–3:30 pm
  • Thursday11 am–3:30 pm
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Features

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Delivery
  • Toilets
  • Good for kids
  • Family friendly
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Kids' menu
  • Wine
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Outdoor seating
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian options
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Catering
  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Transgender safe space
  • Dogs allowed
  • Drive-through
  • Counter service




Recommended Reviews

Idan Goldberger
20.10.2023
The Craypot
By far one of the best fish and chips I have ever had in my life. The fish of the day was fresh as it can be and the chips were thick and crispy. Totally worth the drive from Haast and very warmly recommended. There's a very nice and short Bush walk starting nearby too. Another reason to pay this place a visit.
Mark Scott
10.10.2023
The Craypot
We had heard about the Craypot through others in the area and thoroughly recommend a visit. The drive is about 30 mins south of the Haast Junction along a bumpy road which has some interesting history in itself. The Craypot provides some simple fish and chip options with enthusiasm and great service. Views are to die for although as in other areas of the West Coast, those sandflies are still little buggers. We also cold a cold beer and wine.
Gary Gluyas
27.09.2023
The Craypot
Brought a group of 18 here mid-March 2019 and we returned today in our motorhome. Not much has changed and still a very popular place to visit. Very busy today with a half hour wait for our 3 meals of blue cod and chips - not the cheapest meal, BUT certainly up there with the best! So fresh ... can't beat it!Really good to see a policeman checking boat catches as they return back from fishing.Very hot today and an exceptionally pleasant way to spend a day. South Island has many hidden treasures and this truly is one!
Ray Hollis
08.09.2023
The Craypot
Fabulous little seafood restaurant with great food and friendly staff. Right on the foreshore. Take some bug repellent with you, the sand flies are small but voracious.
Jian en Song
05.09.2023
The Craypot
It’s was worth the 20 min drive into Jackson Bay for this gem. One of the best seafood chowder I have ever ate. Fish and chips were great as well! Please view of the bay with good food is the best you can ask for.
Cliona Yong
30.08.2023
The Craypot
Food was AMAZING, scenery was FANTASTIC. I would give this 7 stars if I could. the owners / chefs were so friendly and nice. Definitely worth the drive in (good views on the way there anyway). We sat outside and the breeze + summer skies were beautiful. We had the blue cod fish n chips (v fresh and soft), crayfish salad (the seasoning was ace, like lick clean kind of ace), mussels (there were so many and the sauce was potent) and it was enough for 5 of us. All the dishes were really good and even the chips were great! We had coffees too and those were good.
Trish Nelson
20.08.2023
The Craypot
A very special location at Jackson Bay. My husband and I enjoyed a delicious meal whilst looking out over the Bay.
Vicki
08.08.2023
The Craypot
Perfect little cafe right on the beach front. Timing was perfect.
Moira Fraser
05.08.2023
The Craypot
This place has an awesome reputation, thoroughly deserved. We chose to share a crayfish salad and a seafood basket. The presentation is simple and most of the seating is outside. The quality of the food and the stunning setting draw people to drive the 40 km south from Haast. Am amazing experience- a lunch to remember and a place to return to. That first mouthful of crayfish was divine.
Barbara Collett
22.07.2023
The Craypot
Absolutely worth the drive. Amazing Whitebait fritter with a delicious salad. As it was wet we were inside their cosy cafe. Wait staff were fun & attentive.

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