Rest A While Tea Garden Hawkers Bay

A charming little tea garden with a stunning view that makes the walk worthwhile if you're looking to explore more of the Padstow area beyond the harbor. We had a wonderful experience there...

What a hidden gem! I had a delightful stroll up to the tea garden and enjoyed the best cream tea I've ever tasted! The scone was incredibly light and fluffy, and the jam was...

The food was delightful, accompanied by stunning views. The couple who runs the place is very friendly, and their cream teas were absolutely delicious.

I'm not inclined to return until the owner is back in charge. The staff who serve are wonderful, and the food is enjoyable, but it's disappointing to deal with a rude owner and the lack of heating. The village seems to be losing some of its charm, as expansion occurs and finances seem tight—especially when relying on charging for water to boost income.

I studied engineering at the Glasgow College of Nautical Science, and those were the days when, like any college student, I needed money to enjoy myself. Like many of my classmates, I took a part-time job at an Indian restaurant called The Village Curry House, where I worked for almost five months. The flaky naan bread they serve is incredibly soft and delicious. The chicken curries are the biggest and tastiest I've ever had, surpassing what I've experienced anywhere else in the world.