The pub's deck overlooks the beach. Photo / Janna Dixon
Address: 21 The Strand, Onetangi, Waiheke
Ph: (09) 372 4106
Open: Tuesday-Sunday 9am-late
Website: charleyfarleys.co.nz
It's always a funny experience going into a bar that doubles as a cafe. Although there will be beer taps, spirit bottles and a wine list, there will also be the cavernous echo that you get in cafes, and Charley Farley's in Onetangi is no different.
It's not as unappealing
as it might sound, though, especially since Charley Farley's attracts a good crowd and the sheer number of people tends to soak up much of the noise.
Outside, though, it's a different story. The deck overlooks the beach, literally. You can see the waves breaking on the sand a few yards away as you sit and enjoy the sun.
I was impressed with the menu here. Not mere pub food, or anywhere near it, CF offers a full cafe menu and it's an impressive list. Which is more than can be said for the wine list, however, which tends towards the small. Tiny might be a better descriptor, but at least it is thoughtfully chosen to go with the menu.
