King Wah Chinese Seafood Restaurant

King Wah Chinese Seafood Restaurant is located in the heart of Paihia, in the Bay of Islands, Northland. It occupies a central position in the Paihia Mall on Williams Road at 13 Williams Road, Paihia 0200. The restaurant has featured prominently in the local dining scene for over twenty years.

Cuisine & Menu

The restaurant offers a variety of Chinese cuisine with a certificate of authenticity, specialising in seafood. The menu includes an à la carte selection alongside a large “All You Can Eat” buffet encompassing soup, entrées, mains, desserts, tea and coffee. The buffet is cooked to order, and there are options that cater to vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets. One of its distinctive features is “Bring Your Own Catch” — guests can supply fresh fish or seafood which the restaurant will prepare.

Ambience & Service Offering

King Wah aims to provide a family friendly environment. Its spaces include indoor seating and undercover outdoor areas, allowing patrons a choice of more sheltered or open-air dining. It handles both dine-in and takeaway orders, with Chinese and European style takeaway food available. The restaurant is licensed, and customers are welcome to bring their own wine (BYO) under a corkage arrangement.

Opening Hours & Capacity

• Open daily from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm for lunch and dinner.
• Buffet and à la carte meals offered throughout those hours.
• The restaurant can cater for large groups and tour bookings of up to approximately 100 people.

Special Features

• “Bring Your Own Catch” option lets customers supply fresh fish or seafood which staff will cook.
• A wide seafood selection, including fresh local fish and oysters.
• Hong Kong style BBQ including items such as chicken, pork and duck.
• Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes available.

King Wah Chinese Seafood Restaurant strikes a balance between offering authentic Chinese-seafood fare and serving the needs of families, travellers and locals alike. For those exploring Paihia and the wider Bay of Islands, it is a place to enjoy a varied seafood-centred meal, group dining, or a more casual lunch or dinner, all within a central and accessible location.