Arcadia

About this place

Arcadia is a café, restaurant and bar at 39 Palm Road, Palm Beach, on Waiheke Island, a short walk from the beach at the western end of the bay. Roughly a ten-minute drive from the Matiatia ferry (or a stop on the 502 bus), it is an all-day venue open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. It holds a Google rating of 4.5.

The kitchen keeps things simple, focusing on fresh, quality produce with daily-changing specials, supported by local suppliers for greens, sustainably caught fish and bakery items. The drinks offer includes beer on tap, a cocktail list and a wide gin selection. Seating spans a front courtyard with sea views, two indoor dining areas, an enclosed deck overlooking the garden and a garden lounge.

For MICE and group organisers, Arcadia actively caters to celebrations and events — birthdays, anniversaries, corporate gatherings and group dining. Options include booking a table, securing a private area or hiring the whole venue, with dedicated group menus. The two indoor dining areas seat up to 48 combined, while the enclosed deck seats up to 24, making Arcadia a flexible choice for group functions among Waiheke restaurants.