Where locals gather and visitors feel at home.
This truly rare gem is offered to the market for the first time in over 20 years.
Located in the heart of the rural Puketapu community, just minutes from Napier and Hastings, The Puketapu Pub enjoys an enviable reputation as Hawke’s Bay’s most iconic and successful country pub. Hugely supported by locals and a destination in its own right, this is a business that people actively seek out — and return to.
Patrons include local families, school and sports teams, Young Farmers, motorbike and car clubs, cyclists using the nearby Tutaekuri River Trail, horse riders (horses too), and tourists from across New Zealand and overseas. Frequently featured on national television and in major publications, the pub’s reputation truly is the envy of many.
Hospitality at its best:
The Puketapu Pub offers three distinct dining and hospitality areas:
• A private restaurant with bar
• A lively public bar with dining, featuring a beautifully appointed long bar, modern keg room and fireplace
• A popular garden bar with roadside dining — perfect for live music and admiring classic cars and motorbikes
A recently fully renovated commercial kitchen, complete with all new equipment, underpins a menu that draws diners from far and wide — whether they’re chasing a gourmet experience or a classic hearty roast. With seating for over 240+ patrons, the pub is often full, with takeaway meals consistently busy.
Affectionately known as “The Puketapu”, the business operates strongly all year round and supports:
• 3 full-time qualified chefs
• 14 full-time staff
• 25 part-time staff
Character, charm & community:
Originally built in 1885, rebuilt in the 1920s and recently fully renovated while retaining its original character, complemented by a leafy and inviting garden bar.
The Puketapu Pub is the social hub of the community, hosting regular events including sold-out monthly trivia nights, club and business meetings/AGMs and much more. It also services a strong outside catering arm — from weddings to birthdays and private celebrations.
Mary and her loyal, hardworking team have created something truly special: a business with heart. Exceptional service, quality food, attention to detail, and a genuine caring culture sit at the core of its success.
An exceptional opportunity
Opportunities like this are seldom available. Comprehensive financial information is available on request, clearly demonstrating a highly profitable and well-established business.
Business and land and buildings may be purchased together or separately.
Business Listing: The Puketapu Pub | Trade Me
Be quick — or miss your chance to become part of the fun, welcoming, and tightly knit Puketapu community.
Features:
* Iconic Hawkes Bay Country Pub
* Prime Rural Location Close to Napier & Hastings
* Multiple Hospitality Spaces & Large Capacity
* Character Building with Proven, Profitable Operation
