PALATE

Palate is a Hamilton culinary institution, independently owned and operated by locally trained chef Mat McLean since 2005. Mat opened Palate as a modest 45-seater restaurant in Victoria St's south-end, aiming for something in the style of Melbourne's relaxed and fun eateries where he'd previously worked. He built a strong following and seven years later he moved Palate north to bigger premises, an 80-seater in the city's heritage broadcasting building on Alma St, overlooking Waikato River... In 2024 Palate made its final move to SkyCity Hamilton sitting in the heart of Hamilton's main street. Owners Mat and Larissa see the move as part of the evolution of Palate and an opportunity to offer Waikato diners more. The restaurant is now open Tues - Thurs for lunch, Tues - Sat for dinner, and everything in between on Fridays. The new venue offers some distinct spaces, from the chef table where you have front row seats to the action in the kitchen, to the casual couches where you can enjoy a..

Also known as: Palate Restaurant