The Burnt Place Bar & Kitchen is a restaurant, café and bar at 191 High Street, Hawera, in the South Taranaki district (within the wider Taranaki / New Plymouth region). Positioned in the heart of Te Hawera, it presents itself as a relaxed "third place" for the community, combining daytime dining with an evening bar atmosphere.
By day the venue serves a brunch and lunch menu along with small plates suited to a quick bite or a longer catch-up. In the evening the offering shifts to a sharing-style experience, spanning small plates through to meat dishes with accompanying salads and vegetable dishes, paired with a cocktail list. It operates Tuesday to Sunday, with last booking slots in the evening; brunch service starts earlier at weekends.
### MICE and group considerations
The Burnt Place is oriented towards casual dining, social occasions and group meals rather than formal conferencing. Its sharing-style menu lends itself to team dinners and celebrations, and the venue asks that bookings of more than 15 people be arranged directly by phone or email so staff can help plan the visit. Organisers should confirm current hours, capacity and group catering options directly with the venue.
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