The most authentic Italian cuisine we’ve found in New Zealand. This restaurant has great ambiance, sassy style, superb service and fabulous food! Tucked back off the beach, in Paraparumu, it’s... read more a little hard to spot, but make sure you do.

  Who knew that Tuesday night's in Paraparaumu Beach could be so much fun! We stumbled across this restaurant, and the prospect of authentic Italian food was too much to resist.... read more And we weren't disappointed.
Starting with perfectly mixed Aperol Spritzers, we loved the eclectic array of art and small funky details which gives TSM a modern, exciting vibe. The red checked table-clothes provide a nice nod to tradition though. The service is quick, friendly but with just enough sass, to reaffirm they know they have a splendid offering.
Tuesday night is 'Eat Like an Italian' night, and you won't be disappointed. The food was as I remember from my travels in Italy - but with kiwi size portions, so beware, you will be full when you leave!
Be bold and try one of the Italian wines on offer. We had a bottle of the Punset Barbera D'Alba 2016 which was a perfect match for our meal.
Put TSM on your 'to-do' list next time you're in the area.

  Who knew that Tuesday night's in Paraparaumu Beach could be so much fun! We stumbled across this restaurant, and the prospect of authentic Italian food was too much to resist.... read more And we weren't disappointed.
Starting with perfectly mixed Aperol Spritzers, we loved the eclectic array of art and small funky details which gives TSM a modern, exciting vibe. The red checked table-clothes provide a nice nod to tradition though. The service is quick, friendly but with just enough sass, to reaffirm they know they have a splendid offering.
Tuesday night is 'Eat Like an Italian' night, and you won't be disappointed. The food was as I remember from my travels - but with kiwi size portions, so beware, you will be full when you leave!
Be bold and try one of the Italian wines on offer. We had a bottle of the Punset Barbera D'Alba 2016 which was a perfect match for our meal.
Put TSM on your 'to-do' list next time you're in the area.

  We dined at Surfers Mistress on Friday night and we’re glad we did. Good service, beautiful food, an authentic Italian taste sensation, we’ll be back for sure

  My first visit.
Staff were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and attentive.
Restaurant was very well laid out enabling conversation without intrusion from other customers.
Menu was simple but sufficient covering... read more for all tastes. We actually opted for the 'date-night' menu which was excellent value.
During our meal it was great to see that our plates were not removed until both of us had finished eating: an etiquette that escapes a lot of other establishments.
Cleanliness was obvious and in the new regime we now find ourselves in, staff were active but subtle in engaging in COVID19 safe practices.
Don't pass this place by. I look forward to using their garden in better weather.
I am a Tiramisu snob and their home made Tiramisu was delicious.
Highly recommended and cannot wait to return.

  After hearing some good reviews from friends and family, it did take us a little while for us to finally go to the Surfer's Mistress. It is safe to say... read more we were very impressed, the food was outstanding, and the service was extremely attentive and very friendly.

My wife and I went there to do a gender reveal, and once we opened the letter and saw a pink teddy bear my wife burst into tears, and the waiter came right over to inquire if these were happy tears or not, when we told him they were he was very excited for us. This is the kind of attention to detail and personalized service that epitomizes this place.

We are looking forward to going again, they are also very prominent on social media and have started organizing set menus and degustations, we are looking forward to going to one of these.

  We had a faultless Italian meal at this great restaurant at Paraparaumu Beach for my husband’s birthday. Superb service too. Menu highlights: Arancini Balls, cheese on polenta, any of the... read more pizzas, ragu, salmon fettuccine, tiramisu, affogato, Panna cotta. Simply delicious! The ambiance was great with the gorgeous tables, tasteful artworks and atmospheric music. A terrific family meal.

  Fabulous hosts & attentive staff, food amazing (all pasta & pizza is handmade on premises), good wine selection, lovely ambience with eclectic styling. Need to go back to try more... read more off the menu.