Play Pokies at Mount Social Club in Mount Maunganui

I think the massive dining table is in a place that makes lining up for the toilets awkward. It's also taking up too much space in front of the stage. I found that each time I ordered the same drink it seemed to be missing an ingredient, although the place does get really busy after 10pm.

We took the family in for a late lunch. I had the chicken burger, it was excellent. The service was fast and friendly, I requested a side of aioli, it was delivered within a minute. The decor was quirky with lots of things for the kids to look at. The atmosphere was welcoming and fun, some good music and with the gas heaters on we were kept nice and warm even though it was a cold day outside.

We visited on a rainy Saturday early evening.
Smoking was allowed only under umbrella seats but those were fully drenched and dripping wet ! ( punishing smokers ? 😉)
Service was friendly
Slow and easy
Food options are not varied but manage to give everybody something to bite on.
Crowds were just building when we had to leave due to our work schedule .

I probably caught them on a bad night. Appeared short staffed. Sharing platters looked nice from a distance, but sadly we ordered 2 mains: steak and nachos - I won't say more. Perhaps on another night they'd be much better. Really funky decor though and even a live singer was setting up for the evening, as we left. Still worth another try, cos we've had amazing meals there about 2-3 yrs ago.

Great spot! Cool atmosphere to have some drinks in. Random music usually happening so it keeps it interesting. You can definitely get some good photos in here and have some good beers. It's my go to bar in Tauranga. My only criticism is the window seats on the left side are pretty hard and uncomfortable, but it's the best view in the place. Wish they were softer. Highly recommend you stop in!