About:
Kai Whaka Pai is synonymous with Wanaka. Kai's prime location on the lake front, where it catches all day sunshine makes it a great place to sample the local beers and wines while watching the world go by.

The Kai (as referred to by the locals) is famous for producing everything they sell on the premises and people travel far and wide for loaves of home baked Rye Bread and Banana Cream Pie. Kai Whaka Pai has a great buzz all day and then transforms into a more intimate vibe after 6pm. There is a fabulous new wine bar situated upstairs. The Pa Runga (maori for upstairs) Bar is an intimate setting with leather seats, furry cushions and the best view in town. Perfect for those pre dinner cocktails and meeting up with friends. Dine with us and enjoy generous servings and good home food comfort.

Open 7.00am till late, 7 days a week, we offer friendly service and great value.

Wine Bar:
Wanaka's Newest Wine Bar - Pa Runga

Come to the Pa Runga Bar and enjoy a warm, intimate and inviting atmosphere. Warm yourself by our fire with a glass of our local wine.

- Wine
- Bottled beer
- Spirits
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Non Alcoholic Beverages
- Food Platters

Available for Private Functions (Capacity-40 people max)

- Minimum Bar Spend
- Catering Available

For more information email us at orders@kaiwanaka.co.nz or phone us on (03) 4437795

Platter menu:
Seafood Platter - Pacific Oysters & Smoked Seafood with a Trio of Freshly Made Dips and Home Baked Breads
Mount Roy Ploughmans - Cheddar Cheese, Crudities, Pickled Onion, Gherkin and a Selection of Dips and Pickles
Savoury Platter - Hot Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese, Venison Salami with Pesto Crostini and Assorted Homemade Pizza Fingers
Cheese Board - Award Winning Cheeses from Gibston Valley, with Crackers, Grapes, Gherkins and Kai Olive Mix
Breads & Dips - Foccacia, Ciabatta & Home Baked Kai Rye Bread with a Variety of Dipping Sauces and Oils

Menus:
The Kai provides a classical provincial style menu.

We use local fresh products including Mt Cook Salmon, Fresh Venison and Nelson Green Lipped Mussels. The Kai is known for its fabulous menus and generous servings.

Counter Food:
Baked fresh on site every morning the Kai's counter food is simply delicious.

- Vanilla or Chocolate Berry Muffin
- Vanilla or Chocolate Banana Muffin
- Apple or Boysenberry Pie
- Almond or Chocolate Walnut Pie
- Fruit or Danishes
- Chicken or Veggie Foccacias
- Afghan or Choc Chips Biscuits
- Citrus Fudge
- Croissants or Filled Croissants
- Banana Cream Pie
- Salmon & Cream Cheese Muffin
- Chicken, Bacon & Brie Muffin
- Veggie, Chicken or Salmon Quiches
- Veggie Pizza
- Salami & Bacon Pizza
- Five Cheese Pizza
- Chicken, Beef or Veggie Sandwiches
- Bacon & Egg Pie

Kai By Day:
All Day Breakfast - Sausage, Bacon, Mushrooms, Eggs any style, Roast Tomato & Kai Rye Toast
Kai Fry up - Kumara 'Sweet Potato' and Sauteed'd lardons of Country Bacon with two Poached Eggs and Onion Jam
Pancakes - Blueberry or Banana Stack Drizzled with Maple Syrup
Fettucine Carbonara - The Italian Classic with Bacon, Garlic Confit, and Button Mushrooms
Bruschetta - Tomato and Fresh Basil on Garlic Rubbed Bruschetta with Bocconcini
Open Chicken Sandwich - Grilled Chicken Breast on Ciabatta with Layered Lettuce, Melted Brie and Lemon Mayonnaise
Steak Sandwich - Rump Steak with Tomato Relish, Lettuce Leaves and Sliced Tomatoes on Ciabatta Drizzled with Aioli
Ceasar Salad - Baby Cos Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan, Croutons, Bacon, Poached Egg and Ceasar Dressing with Shrimp, Chicken or Avocado

Kai By Night:
Dinner - (Samples)
A busy café by day, the Kai Whaka Pai enjoys a much more relaxed and intimate atmosphere by night. Experience fabulous food prepared by Head Chef Charles Cook-Dorreen accompanied by candle light and friendly service.

The Kai’s trademark is its generous portions of high quality food. Everything is prepared on site and cooked fresh to order.

Why not check out the new Pa Runga Wine Bar upstairs for a predinner cocktail of post dinner liquor coffee. Enjoy the upmarket, intimate setting and stunning views.

This is a sample menu only, come and check out our Menu and Specials boards for more great options.

Breads
Tuscan Seasoned Pesto or Cheesy Garlic Bread - From the Kai Ovens - baked fresh to order
or
Foccacia, Ciabatta & Home Baked Kai Rye Bread with a Selection of Dipping Sauces and Oils

Entrees
Kai Moana Shellfish Green Lip Mussels, Pipi’s & Cockles ’Steamed’ in a Seafood Broth of Coconut Cream, Coriander & Sweet Thai Chilli with Garlic Rubbed Crostini
Shrimp Pancake - Coconut & Sweet Chilli Shrimp Wrapped in a Smoked Salmon and Corriander Pancake

Pasta
Taste of Italy - Taste of Italy, Pine Nut, Roast Garlic, Capsicum & Mushroom Risotto with a Tomato Pesto and Spinach Sauce
Fettuccine Carbonara - Chunky Wanaka Farm Bacon, Roast Garlic Cloves with a Button Mushroom Cream Sauce
Salads
Green Salad - Lush Green Salad Garnished with Kalamata Olives, Sun dried Tomatoes, Kiwi Feta & Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad - Baby Cos Lettuce, Shaved Parmesan, Croutons, Bacon, Poached Egg and Caesar Dressing with the option of adding Chicken, Shrimp or Avocado

Mains
Supreme of Salmon 'Kai Whakapai' - Dill and Orange Cured South Island Salmon with Gourmet Baby Potatoes, Braised Spinach, Chilli, Shrimp & Caribbean Lime Beurre
Mt Iron Veggie Stack - (a signature dish of the Kai). Market Roast Veggies with Grilled Feta, Savory Risotto & a Pomp Doro Garlic Salsa
Choice Cut of Sirloin Steak '3 ways' - Pan Fried with Saute`ed Button Mushrooms, Farmhouse Potatoes and Choice of Green Pepper Corn, Garlic and Blue Cheese Sauces
Tuscan Chicken - Seasoned Breast of Chicken with Fresh Thyme and Rosemary, Wrapped in Bacon, Resting on Spinach & Tomato Pesto Fettuccine
Fish Of The Day - Avocado & Nut Crusted Export Fillets, Pan Flashed & Oven Baked with Summer Salad or Roast Vegetable Stack and Citrus Hollanda

Catering:
The Kai provides a variety of catering menus with a great selection of food to suit all. We specialize in many different functions including morning and afternoon teas, working lunches, functions, cocktail parties and more.

Sample Menu:
Home Baked Finger Foods (from $9.50 per person)
- Petit Blue Cheese, Roast Capsicum & Walnut Muffins
- Trio of Crostini
- Cured Salmon & Cream Cheese
- Rare Roast Beef & Horse Radish
- Cajun Spiced Pumpkin Mousse & Smoked Chicken
- Mini Sweet corn, Coriander & Smoked Chicken Fritters with Thai Chilli Dipping Sauce
- Pepperoni Salami & Roast Vegetable Pizza Fingers
- Bite Sized Quiches
- Olive, Spinach & Feta
- Bacon, Egg & Tomato
- Pesto & Smoked Salmon

We also specialise in:
- Morning and Afternoon Teas
- Working Lunches
- Functions
- Cocktail Parties
For more details phone us at the Kai Whaka Pai on (03) 443 7795 or email us on orders@kaiwanaka.co.nz

Events:
The Kai caters for private functions for up to 40 people in the Pa Runga Bar upstairs. Menus can be designed to your specifications and staff are on hand to take care of your every need. For enquires either email us at Private Functions or contact Nicki on mobile no: 0210498746.

Merchandise:
The Kai have cute t-shirts for kids and a range of mens and womens clothing. These include t-shirts, hoodies and caps which you can purchase on line. We distribute nationally for $NZD5 postage and packaging and internationally for $NZD9.
The Kai also offers its own range of homemade chocolates that can be packages to your specifications. Click here for further details.

Contact:
Kai Whaka Pai Café & Bar
Cnr Ardmore & Helwick Sts
Lake Front
Wanaka

PO Box 711
Wanaka

phone: (03) 443 7795
fax: (03) 443 7765
e-mail: info@kaiwanaka.co.nz