The Fat Oyster

The Fat Oyster Located in Orewa, Auckland offering oysters and a variety of classic comfort food with a Kiwi twist. The food here is fresh, delicious and reasonably priced.

The Fat Oyster Bar & Eatery is located on the promenade in Orewa, Auckland and is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. It is a great place to stop by for lunch or dinner (as well as brunch on weekends) and enjoy the beachfront. The restaurant has an upmarket, casual atmosphere with friendly staff, who will make sure that your meal and time with us is enjoyable. The restaurant offers outdo

or dining just minutes from the water, as well as indoor seating for up to 40 diners. The Fat Oyster is best known for its seafood, but also offers a variety of other dishes, including classic international comfort food with a Kiwi twist.

☀️ Friday at The Fat Oyster 🍗🎶🥩It's shaping up to be a stunning winter's day in Orewa, and we've got plenty happening to...
14/08/2026

☀️ Friday at The Fat Oyster 🍗🎶🥩

It's shaping up to be a stunning winter's day in Orewa, and we've got plenty happening to help you ease into the weekend.

🔥 Hot Wings Friday is on

🎶 Live music with Zach

🥩 Our popular Steak, Egg & Chips special is back

Whether you're popping in for lunch, catching up over a drink, or settling in for an afternoon of live music, we've got you covered.

Grab your favourite people and join us at The Fat Oyster.

See you soon! 🍻

12/08/2026

🦪🥂 BUBBLES & OYSTERS TODAY!

Thursday just got a whole lot better.

From 4pm today, grab half a dozen fresh oysters + a glass of bubbles for just $40.

Feeling fancy? Upgrade to Piper-Heidsieck Champagne for just $10 extra. 🍾

See you at The Fat Oyster!

Available while stocks last.

11/08/2026

🥩🍳 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

You asked for it, so Steak, Egg & Chips is back at The Fat Oyster! 🙌

Sometimes you just can’t beat the classics. A good steak, fried egg, crispy chips and all the goodness that goes with it. Simple, hearty and bloody good.

But here’s the question...

Should we stop calling it a special and put Steak, Egg & Chips on the menu permanently? 👀

👍 YES — keep it!
😢 NO — keep the specials changing!

Let us know below. 👇

Available now at The Fat Oyster, Orewa.

06/08/2026

☀️ Happy Friday!

It's shaping up to be a stunning (if slightly chilly!) day, so rug up and head down to The Fat Oyster.

🍗 Hot Wings from 3pm–6pm
🎸 Live music with Zach Hawkins from 3pm–6pm
🥩 Our Chef's Special is on this week – Lamb rump cap with cauliflower purée, glazed carrots, sticky sprouts, feta & chive croquette and rich jus.

Whether you're after a lazy lunch, Friday drinks, or dinner with friends, we've got you covered.

See you soon! 🍻🦪

📍 The Fat Oyster, Orewa

🥩 Chef's Special This Week 🥩If you're after something a little special, this one's worth a look.Lamb rump cap, cooked pe...
06/08/2026

🥩 Chef's Special This Week 🥩

If you're after something a little special, this one's worth a look.

Lamb rump cap, cooked perfectly and served with creamy cauliflower purée, glazed carrots, sticky sprouts, a feta & chive croquette, and finished with a rich jus.

Available for a limited time, so don't leave it too long.

📍 The Fat Oyster, Orewa
🍴 Available while this week's special lasts.

06/08/2026

🦪 A huge thank you to everyone who celebrated World Oyster Day with us yesterday!❤️

It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces (and a few new ones too) enjoying fresh oysters with us.

Now... who's ready to make Thursdays your new favourite day? 🥂

Thursday Bubbles & Oysters starts today from 4pm!

🦪 Half a dozen fresh oysters
🥂 A glass of bubbles

Just $40

Feeling a little fancy? Upgrade to Piper-Heidsieck for just $10 extra. 🍾

Grab your mates, finish work a little early and come kick off the weekend with us.

🌐 thefatoyster.co.nz

04/08/2026

🦪 Happy World Oyster Day! 🦪

There's no better excuse to treat yourself to a dozen fresh oysters!

Today we're serving fresh Mahurangi and Te Matuku oysters – and we've got a special to celebrate.

🤫 Today only (Wednesday 5 August), from 12pm–5pm or until sold out, order half a dozen oysters, mention "World Oyster Day", and we'll shout you the other six.

That's a full dozen for the price of six! 🍋

See you at The Fat Oyster!

Terms & Conditions apply.

31/07/2026

It's Saturday... but we're already looking forward to Thursday. 🥂🦪

From this Thursday and every Thursday through August, we're kicking off Thursday Bubbles & Oysters.

For just $40 you'll enjoy:
🦪 Half a dozen fresh oysters
🥂 A glass of bubbles

Or make it a little more special and upgrade to Piper-Heidsieck for just $10 extra.

Whether it's after work, date night or just an excuse to catch up with friends, we'd love to see you.

Who's your Thursday person? 🍾

🌐 thefatoyster.co.nz

Address

A/316 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa
Auckland
0931

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 9:30pm
Thursday 11am - 9:30pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 11am - 11pm
Sunday 11am - 9:30pm

Telephone

+64211703868

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