Reviews of The Jellyfish. (Restaurant) in Mapua (Tasman).

The Jellyfish

737 Reviews

377 Comments

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101/6 Aranui Road, Māpua 7005, New Zealand

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Information of The Jellyfish, Restaurant in Mapua (Tasman)

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Reviews of The Jellyfish

T. D.

Friendly service, meals came out fast and to top it off, I had the best squid ever! A wonderful restaurant located in an amazing part of New Zealand. A visit won't disappoint you, especially on a beautiful hot sunny day.

J. T.

Great phone service. Arranged for nice table and a happy birthday sign . Parking was fine on a Friday late lunch time. Food was good and served at a pleasant pace. Nice views and a good time.

k. l.

Dog friendly with a beautiful view. Even managed to whip up a delish vegan meal!

S. &. A. W.

Great coffee and food, served with a smile and cheerfulness. Clean and tidy all round. Wonderful outlook onto the harbour. Would happily return. Let's support this business.

A.

The food was tasty, although we ordered the lunch platter for two, and were very underwhelmed by its size. It would have been more appropriate a meal for one adult. The service was good, and when we arrived they did advise of longer wait times due to being very busy (which they were).

P. S.

Good food in a great setting. Very friendly staff

P. A.

We enjoyed a delicious meal here on Friday. The crispy squid was a perfect way to wake our taste buds, ready for the beef eye fillet and pork fillet, which were prepared perfectly, with just the right accompaniments. Unusually, we were tempted by the dessert menu and didn't regret it - the panna cotta and eton mess were delicious and beautifully presented. Plenty of variety on the drinks list allowed everyone to find what they wanted, including some great local wines and beers. Thank you for a lovely meal.

P. S.

Best desserts... eat dessert first or you will retreat not having enjoy room for them and they are amazing! Great location with excellent indoor and outdoor seating - perfect for families but also good for a nice date night The staff are great - wine list is good Make time to enjoy a meal here you will not regret it!

J. L.

We really loved our breakfast here. Awesome setting, even in the rain. Delicious food and coffee. All perfectly prepared. Lovely staff and superb waitress from the UK - tulip cup aficionado! Loved our time and meal here - sure to return!! Great spot. Thank you.

K. D.

Amazing view, alright mains could have been better, great desserts, and slightly on the expensive side.

W. B.

Service was excellent and the fish was delicious, but for $37 there wasn't really enough to eat. A small woman would have found it plenty but I am a largish male. I could have ordered a side of chips but that would be another $9. And $11.50 for a class of white wine?

C. S.

Amazing staff who were so helpful. Gorgeous food that was literally amazing and a nice classy family vibe. We sat outside by the wharf and it was lovely with a view of the water. There was a cool dog while we were there, and it was nice to be outside watching what everyone was up to around the water

R. D.

I was a part of a large group having an end of year function, so we only had access to a small subset of the total menu. I had the chorizo croquettes, a medium-rare ribeye steak, and the brownie for desert. The food was simply amazing. The croquettes were delicious, and the steak was the best I've had for a long time - everything on that plate was just absolutely perfect. I also had a few bites of the banoffee pie, and it was outrageously good. Thanks for a great meal!

T. L.

Beautiful food and really friendly customer service, the view is just amazing too if you get to sit outside.

D. T.

Beautiful meal, such a shame they have decided to close for a while, we will be back when they are back. Wonderful place ❤️

P. S.

The Jellyfish has always been our go-to restaurant and it never disappoints. On 9th Oct we had the most beautiful meal starting outside with a very generous JF board. The rain arrived so our waiting staff quickly found us a table inside where we could continue to watch the ebb & flow of the estuary, with the log burner close by! My mains choice was the fabulous and very tender pork belly, the crispy bit was over & above - cannot recommend more highly. Bill had the seafood chowder which was creamy and overflowing with fresh seafood. The staff were just lovely and, to top it all, our waitresses came out with a lovely, personalised dessert for me as a birthday surprise! The hospitality sector overall is experiencing difficult times as a result of covid, with it's impact on staffing, supply delays in some cases, and financial stress in many cases. It's always been my ethos that if you're out for a meal, allow time, take a breather, inhale the views and treat waiting staff with respect. No better place to do it than at the JF.

R. D.

Best meal I've had in a restaurant in years, Jellyfish topped it all for me. The food was so delicious, food presentation was outstanding, beautiful view out over the sea and rabbit island, great friendly staff, very kid friendly

J. C.

Always love coming here. The food is always too die for. The staff very good nothing a problem. Comfortable interior and the view is wonderful. Never in a hurry to leave and we find it's not overly expensive and meal size for us is perfect.

B. W.

Ordered vegatable soup and Hop federation IPA(rewaka) and enjoyed both. Service was friendly and staff knowledgable about food. The massive distinction for Jellyfish is its iconic views over the moored up yachts, the ferry and rabbit island. Struggle to find a view that good anywhere

L. N.

Amazing service and tasty food, all with breathtaking views during your meal..

H. S.

Staff were welcoming and friendly, food was good, location was gorgeous. Really nice outside area on a deck overlooking a beautiful view. The metal chairs however were extremely uncomfortable - they dug into my legs and the chair cushion had a mind of its own 😂 I will try to get one of the bench seats next time.

M.

Govt needs to drop these ridiculous vax mandates so that good people like you can continue your excellent work and prosper. Thank you for speaking out. Cheers.

D. M.

I went there with my Family it was so good, the food was delicious, the staff very friendly and the desserts were something amazing!

K. C.

Good service, lovely views and vibe. Cuisine was presented nicely. Worth a visit

J. B.

Beautiful setting for a get-together with friends. Love this place

S. E. Y.

Amazing food, amazing service! We came back twice in 2 days :) meat is also amazinggg! We had fish only first time and meat the 2nd time

J. D.

Excellent meal and atmosphere. Great location sitting outside. Very good service

C.

Great coffee, fantastic views but not many gluten free options in cabinet

a. k.

Wonderful service!!!, beautiful food and a stunning view!!!!. We an amazing experience.

d.

A little expensive but every course was really nice and enjoyed the location and service. Everyone in the party enjoyed their meal

R. S.

Today I had the most delicious pumpkin gnocchi. Fantastic food and drinks and a lovely fire to warm ourselves by. Definitely stop in at the Jellyfish Restaurant next time you’re in Mapua. Or better yet! Make the trips especially 😊

j.

Very excellent service!! My wife and I were absolutely impressed with our meals. We both recommend getting a dessert platter to share - excellent idea and first time we have tried this. Excellent location too with very good view... We don't review usually but thought this restraraunt deserved it.

A. J. (.

Nice place and very helpful staff

L. E. H.

As I'm Gluten intolerant I was disappointed with the outcome of my meal!! Delay in informing me of choice I made that it was unavailable! My group were almost finished their meals when mine finally got sorted! I had three visits from different staff informing me of available meal options! Won't go again! Very disappointed!!

K. L.

Great food, good atmosphere, and a wonderful spot. Also masses of games no activities to keep the small ones amused

T.

Great place for a beer, friendly atmosphere.

V. T.

Please sit outside! Great view and decent kai. Not the best fish & chips but the view made up for it.

A. R.

Wonderful view, amazing food and fabulous service. Our first visit here for lunch, the snapper and gnocchi was excellent and exceptional value for money. The sharing dessert platter was equally as good. We eat out a lot and this is certainly among the best in the Nelson Tasman area. Especially good customer service from the American guy, very welcoming and friendly.

E.

Good food and the amazing view.. the staff was friendly and approachable. And the dessert was so good.

M.

Food is excellent in a relaxed atmosphere with a good view.

P.

10/10 for location, food was good but service from the kitchen was very slow

g. D.

Absolutely outstanding food. We walked in the restuarant for lunch on a Tuesday in May and it was no problem to work out why it was full. Simply because the food is so good ! The seafood chowder was just superb. A taste sensation and the crumbled Fresh Snapper just superb. 25% of the staff are international workers, and it is a crying shame that because Jacinda will not renew their visas, the restuarant may have to close two day's a week as she just cannot employ more international staff. Do not go through Mapua without visiting this restaurant

A.

A special sunny place right by the Mapua Wharf. Excellent coffee and muffins, food. The staff is always pleasant and service is very good.

B. W.

Had lunch here and the service and food was so amazing I just had to come back and try their dinner service. Fine dining food with a family cozy environment and nothing but the top qaulity service it feel likes the silver service. The food is what you'd expect in a fine dining restaurant with locally sourced goods. Seafood is to die for, even if you're not a fan its worth a try.

J.

Our first choice for drinks and nibbles on Fridays. So much so we reserve a table each week! What can you say about Debbie and the team that hasn't already been said? Its always good. We had a girls Saturday night last weekend for 9 ladies and it was great at the 'Jelly' as usual. A friend and I shared the lamb which is divine. Desserts are awesome😍

P. K.

Great food and service. Thank you.

M. B.

Our Jellyfish experience was amazing. We were a party of 14, it was for our sons 29th birthday dinner. Staff were awesome, such great service and the meals were excellent. I would highly recommend anyone dining here, you will not be disappointed!

j. h.

Not impressed my wife ordered GF meal. They left it till all our other meals were served then told her they could not do. Re ordered another. And had to eat by her self. May not go again. Not good. Waitress was very polite!!

F. v. k.

Food is nice, service okay,slightly bizarre, no friendly welcome and questioning our daughter and boyfriend if they are old enough to drink, had to show ID even though they are with us,done in a abrupt manner. Sorry to say,Don't think we will be back again.

C. B.

I've been here a few times now, and each time I've had amazing service, incredible food, and great coffee. I'm posting this review now, because I just met the owner, and she is as lovely as the awesome coffee she made me. Highly recommend this place, 5 stars!!

M.

Excellent food and service! Definitely recommend.

M. T.

I visited Jellyfish Restaurant & Bar on 30/12/2020 with a friend and it was a beautiful warm day. All restaurants were packed with customers and some other restaurants told us that we had to wait for a while to be served. At Jellyfish, even though it was also packed, the waitress was extremely helpful and sorted out a table for us very quickly. She even adjusted the blinds to give my friend a bit more sun since the table we were sitting at was a bit windy and cool. The food was delivered very quickly and it was delicious. In overall we had a great time, great food and excellent customer services. I will definitely recommend Jellyfish to a visitor to Mapua. Thank you.

G.

Best Mocca I've had plus lovely breakfast/ brunch

G.

A nice setting and friendly staff. Had 2 meals - the beef burger was nice but my wife had the snapper and this was unfortunately not so good. It came with some type of black barley base which was under cooked and quite rubbery. The fish itself was a bit underwhelming in taste and texture as well. One of our friends also had the snapper and she was also disappointed. The desert was a combo platter of 4 small desserts and was delicious.

T. K.

Beautiful food good if you have a hang over or even if you don't good place to go

S. T.

My husband and I shared the platter and it was the most delicious selection we have experienced. Went exceedingly well with a delicious Chardonnay Kahurangi Reserve. We indulged our palates by following with the dessert tasting plate. Everything delicious but must make mention of the berry brûlée and the lemon meringue pie 😋. The staff in this place were also first rate. Well done Jellyfish. We’ve got more days in this area and it wouldn’t surprise me if we come back!!

s. v.

Lunch with friends. Great food and service with a great view of the water front.

T. W.

Very impressed with my experience. I follow a keto eating plan and our waitress Raman used her great customer service skills and nutritional knowledge to adapt my culinary choices into keto-friendly versions. She on-communicated this to our chef Alex and he translated that into a deliciously satisfying meal. Totally reccomend and will return.

S.

Great venue with an amazing view of the Mapua estuary which on a day like today looks magical. On top of that the service is the best I have experienced in Nelson and the food was beautifully presented and tasted fantastic. Would make this a regular visit when in Mapua.

D. C.

This is one of Nelsons top restaurants. A little pricey but food quality and views more than make it worth the money. Fast friendly service and very professional.

H.

Really good starters, mains, desserts and drinks alcoholic and non alcoholic. Also good service as well I'm definitely full after eating there and will be going back.

t. w.

Friendly staff, great food.

J. G.

Wow the food here was absolutely amazing the chips were so crispy and the burger was extremely yum and so filling. The staff were incredibly friendly and very welcoming, will definitely return here!

M.

We had a fabulous evening. Exceptional food, great service, stunning views. I'm giving our evening a solid 10/10

L. P.

As always great service,great food,great views and friendly welcoming staff, shame there's not one on Nelson wharf as well. They Weren't in hurry for us to do our order,had a drink first, and were offered wifi password. A relaxing upper priced place for a lovely lunch time meal.

C. S.

Had lunch there and enjoyed excellent food and great service from all staff. Hats off to the maitre'd for the awesome organisation of such a busy place even on a week day. Would highly recommend!!

B. S.

Great place. Beautiful view. Local food. Perfect :)

M. S.

We only went for half an hour but it is a nice place on the harbour with nice views of course. Friendly staff, nice coffee and yummy fries!

G. C.

What a great venue. Attentive, friendly staff. Fantastic food, very good beer selection. Best affogato for some time. Yes a great place to share with family and friends

r. r.

Great food, lovely place, right on the water. Relaxed.

L. M.

Great service, and very helpful with food allergies when asked 👍 ended up with a delicious coeliac friendly meal definitely recommended 👌

K.

My husband and I went to the Jellyfish for dinner and had the crispy squid as an entree and the Te Mana Lamb Shoulder as a main. The service was great, stunning views and absolutely outstanding food.

A. R.

This place deserves so much recognition for their beautiful food, staff and location. The set up of the restaurant is every kiwi's dream. Sitting on the deck, with sun shining, looking out to see boats, a little bay and rabbit Island in the distance. The food is unreal. The fresh ingredients and quality finish had us wanting more that we visited again for the same meal. The French brioche for breakfast is a winner and the staff are so welcoming and friendly! 10/10 overall experience.

P. D.

Servings are more filling than they look. Huge bowl of chips.

R. B.

Staff very polite and friendly. Good menu. Not too expensive. Most of the food was very good. Only the Cannelloni were a bit blend and not worth the money. The fish of the day was salmon and came with ratatouille. That was next level. Very beautiful and juicy. The cheese board was absolutely beautiful. Lovely waitress that took a photo of us and later on when it got a bit chilly brought my mum a blankie. Definitely will be back when I'm in town again.

l.

lovely sunny corner spot with great views out to sea and Rabbit island. excellent service , best Ceasar salad we've had in a long time and excellent bread board with Dukkah , herb butter and oil. Will be back.

A.

Nice plce were u get hot drink

J. V. V.

Really beautiful spot for dinner, would highly recommend sitting outside. And they give you blankets when it starts to get colder outside too. The gnocchi was absolutely delicious (apart from the hair😥) and would highly recommend the Eton mess! Over all fantastic experience!

E.

Had an a-la-carte menu. Entree and dessert was to die for. My main of lamb was a little tough for slow roasted but the potato that was with it was beautiful. Would order again. The view over the wharf is stunning day and night and there's a real lively buzz to the place. Staff are friendly and attentive.

l. o. p. p.

On the waterfront in Mapua this restaurant has a convivial atmosphere, a menu that will please the most discerning diner and excellent wine choices. A friendly and accommodating staff will compete your dining experience. Well worth a visit

G. P.

Just had a fantastic meal followed by a fabulous desert. Really enjoyed our night out

M. V.

Most delicious breakfast. Friendly staff

T.

Very nice food. Friendly and attentive service. Nice atmosphere, although was a little echoey and loud. Very enjoyable evening. Would recommend.

R. I.

Nice setting. Quite a noisy environment. coffee machine / plates / people. Seafood soup was way too spicy. Bread was lovely. Service was a bit hit and miss. Yes I would go back but at a quiet time.

M. E.

Excellent food, outdoor seating and beautiful wharf and water views, friendly helpful staff. Love it!

J. B.

Delicious food and great service! We had a minor issue with an iced coffee and the manager personally came out to ensure they had it right. The staff are all lovely and helpful. Thoroughly recommend!

R. I.

Food ANAZING as were the staff, made even more special and amazing by my partner now fiancé as he proposed to me here on 8 August 2020 in front 4 of our dearest friends (not planned as I had invited them as a surprise for his birthday weekend). The staff helped make it special for us setting up candles on a table outside where he took us all to propose to me with the most amazing and romantic poem he had written for me ❤

W.

Very busy place, but with great lunch dishes and good coffees

S.

Food great. Service lacking. Not sure if staff overwhelmed or if not well trained. That's why not given 5 stars

K. M.

Wow it was really busy, even though they were pretty much booked out, they managed to find a spot for the four if us. The service was efficient and friendly and the food I had anyway, the duck was really nice. The only reason I have given it 3 stars is because it was really loud, it was hard to talk to there person next to me. I would go back, maybe at a quieter time

C.

The Jelly Fish Cafe has the potential to be a truly fantastic cafe. The outdoor seating is situated in the perfect place to capture the essence of being by the sea. Credit where credit is due, the Jelly fish cafe staff are very hospitable and make you feel very welcome, however I was NOT impressed with the quality of coffee. The coffee was spilt over my saucer and tasted like fluffed up milk. I could almost have mistaken it for a cup of warm milk. Overall the Jelly fish Cafe was an enjoyable experience, I loved how the cafe perfectly encapsulated the 'sea side vibe'. I would return, but would expect a much better standard of coffee next time.

R. K.

very busy and would recommend booking especially in the weekend. great atmosphere. good menu and good range of wine beers ciders and spirits. excellent friendly service. food well presented.

R. A.

Amazing as always. Very smooth coffee and the loveliest staff. Be a fool to miss this beautiful place in paradise

A. W.

Friday evening having drinks with friends then dinner. Try the whole lamb shoulder for 2 to share it is divine and you won't need too much else as it's a lot of food . Staff are warm and welcoming as always. Back on Saturday for brunch but we just missed the 11.15am deadline b4 lunch. Wish it was a bit later but the salmon entree was just the job

c.

Lovely food and outlook.

D. R.

Love this place. But you gotta keep a watch on that jolly bird.

N.

A great location to people watch on a summer's day. The food is tasty and it has always arrived at the table quite quickly. It gets very busy at peak holiday times. so making a reservation is a very good idea.

T.

Beautiful people great food. Excellent place to be.

R. M.

Fantastic coffee (best in the region IMO) and delicious food with just the right amount of change to keep things interesting. Great staff, even in the busy months, they are friendly, welcoming and fun. Beautify outlook over the estuary and water. I particularly enjoy the Jellyfish in the winter when the curry nights take place on Tuesday.

K. C.

Lovely meal Nice people Great view

M. C. C.

Scrumptious slices good coffee & great people. We watched the Mapua Ferry from the warm restaurant. Thoroughly recommend it.

G. O.

Overall good food and service. I had the “beef burger” but was very disappointed in that the burger pattie seemed to be almost wholly made of sausage meat. If I order a beef burger that’s what I want.

M.

The attentive wait service is excellent. The menu options would appeal to most potential diners and the dessert platter is an excellent choice.

S.

In December 2014 we enjoyed a meal at the Jellyfish restaurant before leaving NZ for Australia. The restaurant is in a pleasant location on the wharf in Mapua and the ambiance of the building is quite simple, a little rustic, but very pleasant. I ordered an eye fillet steak, cooked rare. The steak was served in good time and came with a flaked smoked potato dish. I am pleased to say that the steak, perfectly cooked to order, was tender, juicy and succulent. It was perfectly complimented by the smoked potato dish and some good NZ red wine. Having travelled widely to all the worlds continents where steak is considered of some national pride, (Australia, the States, even France) I can, without reservation, say that the Jellyfish served the finest steak I have ever eaten. It was exceptionally good. Well done.

B. G.

Nice setting and all that but not impressed with the small size of the meals. I ordered the "market fish" (John Dory) as a main and was served a piece of fish on a small nest of vegies. Cost: $26.50. Thought the price was a bit steep for what was essentially a starter.

K. G.

Lovely food and excellent service. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

H. H.

Awsome service, food was beautiful and staff was so nice. Will be telling people to check this place out.

D. M.

Not only does this place serve great coffee and have excellent breakfast choices, the location is perfect. Located on the wharf, in an industrial turned chique social place it has fantastic views whilst remaining peaceful. The servers were great and prices reasonable. Definitely worth a visit or the detour along the sceanic route!

V.

Whatever restaurant has been in this place has always offered fantastic views. Today I didn't have any food other than a platter, because lunch was finished and dinner hadn't started yet. However it was good and the service was very friendly and helpful. Try a glass of chardonnay from mapua winery!

D. C.

Great service, great coffee and great food. Amazing location. The fish and chips was massive and delicious.

F. A.

Really nice spot, we had such an amazing and understanding waitress given how busy it was. Food was great, coffee way too slow though and we got that after our food had arrived.

D. B.

This is a great cafe restaraunt. The food and the service is top notch. The outdoor patio overlooks the beautiful mapua wharf. There is a piano outside that is free to use for anyone and offer talented stangers take turns having a go.

M. S.

Superb smoked salmon with capers.... good coffee too. Tasted my friend's Eton Mess dessert. So..o..o delicious! Waitpersons were friendly and helpful.

N. M.

Awesome food and great staff. The function we attended was great.

D. L.

We’re a family of 5 and the food for kids and adults was amazing. Great service, value for money and atmosphere. It’s a great dinner stop for those doing the Great Taste Trail bike ride.

A.

Order took a long time to arrive but the food was delicious and we were nicely compensated.

J. M. (.

Top grade food, good coffee. Outside deck with ocean views. Fish dish was superb, staff were efficient and friendly. Recommended.

B. C.

Beautiful outdoor dining on the deck, delicious food, excellent range of tap and bottled craft beer; all topped off with great service and well priced meals - you will not be disappointed!

A. M.

Amazing location...amazing atmosphere...great food, lots of choice but a little expensive for us locals but I know lots of tourists use it so I get why the prices are as they are....sit and have coffee and cake and watch the locals jumping off the whalf...very pleasant way to spend and afternoon.

T.

Good food, nice location but a little noisy inside

G.

Had lunch on Tuesday and dinner tonight (Thursday). Great menu that should cater for all and the quality of the food was top notch. Wait staff also excellent

F. N.

Very tasty meals. Good portions. Lovely ambience. Great wine choices. Good service. God value.

R.

Absolutely delicious food and great, friendly staff. Calamari was beautiful and chips are good!

G. D.

Bit pricey but the food is worth it. Staff are lovely too. Highly recommend the pork belly and desserts!

N. G.

Great service and really nice meal on a very busy day. The JF team produced a superb lunch experience.

G. K.

Great service. Love the new decorations too. Keep up the good work.

S. M.

Views, staff and food AMAZING!! Thankyou for the wonderful dining experience on our last day of holiday. 👍🌺

L.

Wonderful food great people one of our favourite places to eat

L. &. L. G.

Very nice calamari lunch. Great spot on a good day. Service was also very good

M.

Loved it. Coffee was lovely. Staff was great and really friendly

J. P.

Great cage in a picturesque spot. We sat in the shade on the outside veranda in the cool breeze on a hot day. Lovely. Had a tasty haloumi salad with herbs and a refreshing rose.

C. J.

Had good coffee in a lovely location. The staff had absolutely the best customer service I've ever had in new Zealand, cheerful and helpful. Would definitely recommend

L.

Wonderful food, great service (always with a smile). What more do you need!!

J. G.

Head chef Steve did an amazing job of cooking his steak dish. It certainly is a 10/10. The snapper dish was also delicious. Thank you Steve for an outstanding meal.

P. A.

Celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary tonight. Romantic table for two by the window with a beautiful view.Fantastic food, wonderful service!

P. a. R. S.

Fabulous spot for a hot coffee or a light meal. I watched the ferry coming and going. Children were jumping off the wharf and swimming. I loved the atmosphere.

S. C.

Absolutely awesome experience tonight. The staff were so very friendly and the food was delicious

L.

Great service, great friendly staff.

K.

Lovely setting and great meal. Highly recommend. Lots of staff on and all very friendly

J. S.

Beautiful menu and fantastic wine list. Great views and lovely service. Little sound proofing, verybloud inside.

J.

Bit noisy and tables were a bit close. Staff were great and food was nice if a bit unimaginative.

P. B.

Very relaxed place. Immaculate unfussy food, prepped and served well. Beautiful location.

L. B.

Lovely place, great, professional, personal service, awesome food. Delightful location. This is a must-check-out if you're in Mapua

T. S.

A nice spot for lunch. Busy restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere. We enjoyed our food :)

D. P.

Great view nice to sit outside and eat & drink though you do need to watch out for the sea gulls, they are a bit of a pain.

N. H.

Grat food and services . Market fish on the menu was bluenose cooked so wall . With craft beers on tap can recommend hop federation red ipa

M. H.

Really good. Food was great and the staff were so friendly. Coffee was fantastic aswell

A. P.

Lovely staff who were super sweet and efficient. We stopped in for coffee and cake which was delicious. Would definitely come back.

T.

Had a lovely lunch out at your restaurant service is very happy to be seen and helpful when needed food was very nice had the Thai pork salad totally recommend anybody to go out there and have a lovely day out there

J. F.

Morning coffee + poached eggs on toast? Midday brunch? Evening dining, casual or fancy, or just for dessert? I love the Jellyfish cafe at any time of day. The food is great, the service excellent, as it should be for every decent restaurant ...but there is nothing that even closely rivals the ambience of the Jellyfish with it's pristine position on the Mapua wharf. It's morning, you've been for a walk around Mapua or a cycle ride up in the Moutere hills, and what you really want is a relaxed coffee, maybe some breakfast, on the Jellyfish verandah, talking with friends or simply reading your book/newspaper/tablet alone ...with fresh sea air, morning sunshine, the sounds of the sea. This is IT. The ebb and flow of the tides in the estuary, moored boats - working class and designer yachts alike - holding their own against the tides, Rabbit island in the background, blue blue skies against green green trees. Sights, sounds, smells, touch...every sense touched lightly by the surrounding natural beauty. A wine in the evening, the social buzz of the Mapua wharf all around you. Perfect!

V.

Lovely place, very nice food and great service

J. K.

Great food. Wonderful service. Stunning location.

c.

Absolutely delicious food

T. P.

Great coffee. Excellent views. Delicious food. Highly recommend visiting it if you're in Mapua.

R.

Beautiful view. Very good food

A. C.

The service was above and beyond. Our order of the crispy squid was super fast and very very nice. 👏👌

W.

Perfect place for lunch. Good location. The food was delicious and fresh.

K.

Beautiful spot for lunch right on the wharf at Mapua. Friendly and prompt service.

A.

Beautifully presented breakfast. Great area for a meal stop.

J. L.

Yummy food, awesome atmosphere and friendly staff! Highly recommend especially on a gorgeous Nelson day!

J.

Lovely food, great staff, fantastic day. Thank you so much for an enjoyable experience.

A.

Lovely food, excellent service without being ott. I had the sqid which was perfectly cooked but could have had a little more salad.

Z.

Great range of food and beverages with friendly attentive service

M.

Good service great food. Large meals. All with a smile

S. W.

Enjoyed local wine, a fabulous venue, brilliant views along with fantastic service to match. Highly recommend , I'll be back for sure.

D.

Fantastic service and food was delicious x.

J.

4 people had lunch at JELLYFISH MAPUA SAT 22 SEPT 1 FOOD: I HAD GROPER PERFECT. PRESENTATION ,GOOD SERVICE: CAN'T FAULT IT/ FORGOT COFFEE UNFORTUNATELY DRINKS; GLASS PINOT.NOIR RIWAKA?? LAST IN BTLE.NOT GOOD STAFF: EXCELLANT SERVICE & PLEASENT. .

S.

Fantastic lunch in the sun. Service is great and staff so friendly.

T. W.

Great food, great atmosphere and great staff. Worth a visit.

M.

Had dinner 21/6, amazing; atmosphere, pace, flavour, seasoning, service, wow. Parpedelle was a must have, so incredible, will be back 👌🏻

K.

Awesome service with a smile, and amazing food. It was also very quick.

N.

The interior restaurant noise levels reveal the inadequacy of the buildings acoustics. Great food and service diminished by a poor infrastructure.

J. D.

Had the Thai pork salad and loved it. Good slection of local wines. Great location, right on the water.

P.

Nice meal. Would have liked chips with lamb sandwich though.

L. T.

Fish dish was ultra fresh and flavors were amazing. Relaxed atmosphere.

j.

Friendly and helpful staff. Good prices. And lovely surroundings.

B.

Nice fish dishes. Watch the ferry leaving and arriving on the trip to Rabbit Island.

D.

Go there often. Last time was a big private function. Catering and staff in a big party were wonderful.

K. C.

We didn’t have meal at the place but just ordered coffee and glass of wine which hope trial of local winery ... ended given the wrong wine 😟😐🤔 thanks for waitress the effort but still unsure why I didn’t get what I ordered

J. M.

Really helpful staff, delicious food & a creative menu. Loved it, will go back again soon.

P.

Its Tuesday night curry night. My curry was delicious. All the staff are welcoming helpful and very good at their job

S.

What a great location for lunch or dinner. Fantastic food selection and Chef delivers the goods, we will be back again.

F.

Very nice meals and excellent service considering they were very busy

C.

Already done a review of this fabulous Cafe.

V. B.

Beautiful food and staff are very friendly and helpful. Will definitely visit again as our wee dog is welcome 😁

S.

Nice view, nice food and quick friendly service. Easy place for a drink and a bite to eat.

C.

Food was good, expensive and small portions, nice views

I.

Great views. Great food options with table service and super awesome staff.

R.

A beautiful restaurant down by the sea guarded by Hamish the heron. The meal was expensive but perfect!

L. S.

This is a fantastic spot for coffee or a meal. There's hardly a better setting and the staff are lovely.

K. P.

A fantastic meal. Greatly presented and taste was amazballs

P.

Was busy as when we went, service was great and so was the food 😀

J.

Beautiful place to sit and enjoy the views over a cuppa, or lunch 💛

N.

Beautiful spot for lunch and the food and service was excellent. Definitely recommend this place

B.

Sitting outside in the lovely winter sun. Beautiful scenery

J. R.

Every meal I've had here has been delicious. We keep coming back!

S.

Friendly staff. Fabulous views across the water out to sea. Indoor or outdoor dining.

R. K.

Nicely located at the wharf it offers outdoor and indoor sitting. Good staff and excellent food with a view.

J.

Love the beetroot salad! And the waitress is lovely and friendly, great spot, highly recommend 😀

G.

Great food and good service.

D.

Had the pork. Amazing. Just a FYI its very loud here. A lot of hard surfaces so not great for chatting.

P.

Attentive staff perfect views of Mapua out to the Tasman, a tasty menu and an interesting selection of cocktails...

c.

Yummy food. Lovely view. Good prices.

A.

Nice spot for lunch or a coffee. The salmon was really good! Friendly and cheerfull staff.

K.

First time I had been here it was lovely the food was amazing the place was lovely n warm i shell be back

J. D.

A lovely place right on the waterfront. Excellent friendly service and tasty food (if a little expensive for the size). Recommended

J. R.

An excellent place to eat...even took the kids who had their own menu. Would go there again.

L.

Really nice meal

R.

Gorgeous views, ambience. Top-class cuisine. Superb service.

R.

Really good food and great view during the day time!

J.

Coffee was great staff amazing and wonderful

B. G.

Lovely here. View the sea as you eat and drink. Indoor and outdoor eating food lovely

M.

Beautiful meal great service but didn't get much

c.

Fantastic food wide range excellent customer service really LOVE jellyfish

D.

Very enjoyable - nice friendly staff - bit noisy for older people with hearing aids

m.

Great breakfast and attentive staff

V.

Enjoyed our meal in pleasant surroundings.

H.

Excellent. Great mussels, just the right amount of chili. Delicious garlic bread.

M.

Amazing food excellent service, highly recommended

a.

Great place for a nice casual lunch overlooking the estuary.

J. H.

Really good food n wine with pleasant Staff.

A.

Table was sticky for some reason, food was ok.

M.

Great food and coffee! Fantastic wait staff!😋👌👍

S. B.

Nice meal. Beer selection was good and had nice local beers to chose ftom

C.

Had lisa serve us for dinner on a busy Saturday and she was excellent, making the food and setting worth the detour

S.

Lovely food and service. Very busy place.

J. T.

The food is really good, and the wine selection superb.

K.

Very noisey. Good food and coffee

M.

Love Jellyfish. Friendly service, fabulous food and gorgeous location. Keep going back!!

p. h.

Lovely food and location

B.

Great food awesome setting wonderful helpful staff

S.

It was OK. But evening meals better at The Apple Shed.

T.

Always delivers tasty food and great service.

J.

Excellent food and service. Prices very reasonable.

F.

Food and service above perfection, good job guys

R. H.

Lovely location and food.

C.

Delicious food. Friendly service. No one is in a hurry.

R.

Fantastic location. Food slightly pricey but that is to be expected with the location

D.

Great food and service, reasonably priced.

P.

Great food and excellent service

R.

Quick coffee and muffin only but great especially the Norwich contribution 😜

R.

Excellent fish dishes. Easy free parking and friendly staff

P.

Our favourite eatery at Mapua wharf, food and staff excellent. Eat inside or out.

l.

The view is great and the service is spot on. I would recommend it to others most definitely 👍🏼👍🏼.

P.

Great service and food. Will be going back for sure

K.

Fabulous meal, great service, highly recommend 😊

M.

Amazing food. Perfect service

b.

Had a great breakfast good coffee a must to go for

S.

Great food, great views

j.

Lovely setting for a lunchtime or evening meal on the mapua marina ..excellent wines

T.

Warm greetings, good service, great food. Well recommended.

B.

Lovely view, friendly service, tasty food.

T.

Lovely spot, great views of the water and the food was lovely.

K.

Great Food. Great Service. Michelin star quality

A.

Yery good place and food sort taking time to enjoy

R.

good fish and an excellent wine in a charming place. thanks for the nice evening

J.

Good food nice restaurant lovely outlook.

H. C.

Picturesque location. Attentative service. Delicious food well presented.

S. C.

Excellent customer service and the food was great.

P.

Nice food. Good location

C.

Good for large groups. Food is ok, nothing special.

A.

Great friendly service, lovely food.

h.

A lovely spot to have A coffee in the d Sun and watch the boats and boating activities.

R.

An amazing meal and the service was fantastic

H.

Brilliant service and amazing food.

s.

Great service, fantastic food,

B.

Great service and delicious food!

R.

Great location excellent meal and service

D.

Taste food and great service. Thanks guys!

L.

Excellent meal. Definitely go again

R.

Great location excellent meal and service

k.

Great location great menu great service

J.

Yummy seafood and nice view

R.

good fish and an excellent wine in a charming place. thanks for the nice evening

P. E.

Our favourite eatery at Mapua wharf, food and staff excellent. Eat inside or out.

R.

An amazing meal and the service was fantastic

B.

Lovely view, friendly service, tasty food.

J.

4 people had lunch at JELLYFISH MAPUA SAT 22 SEPT 1 FOOD: I HAD GROPER PERFECT. PRESENTATION ,GOOD SERVICE: CAN'T FAULT IT/ FORGOT COFFEE UNFORTUNATELY …

l.

Great entertainment .A special place to gather

C.

Delicious food and awesome staff

T.

Great food lovely staff

K.

Awesome place, foodgasm worthy food!!

R.

Awesome food, setting and staff.

B.

Easy dinner! Quite tasty hummus on the JF platter.

C.

Very good

S.

Beautiful breakfast. Friendly service.

k.

Great location great menu great service

J.

Fabulous, great food, great service!

A.

Always good food

P.

Always hospitable, always first class service

A.

Lovely seaside spot with good platters.

D.

Amazing service, amazing food, amazing location.

R.

Cant bet the location, food was great and staff were very very nice.

B.

Great food, coffee and service.

l.

Great entertainment .A special place to gather

C.

Beautifully presented delicious food.

P.

Excellent service and brilliant food

J.

Lovely restaurant lots of seafood on the menu

T.

Amazing veiws good food great people

D.

Very friendly and lovely views

J. G.

Fantastic place to visit great food

L.

Nice atmosphere, friendly staff

P.

Yummy food.

J.

Creme Brule yum

A.

Great food in an awesome location

G.

Awesome place to grab a beer and relax

B.

Simply amazing. Very friendly staff.

s.

Perfect.... great staff great food

L.

Awesome meal and service as always

P.

Nice area, decent food

k.

Very good service food 👌

L.

mussels and clams were on point delicious

V.

Great place with great food.

S.

Awesome people awesome food 😎

D.

Wonderful seafood and excellent service

M.

for something special try the Jellyfish

A.

Beautiful spot...lovely lunch!

M.

Lovely service great views

S.

Nice meal friendly staff

F.

Great food great staff

R.

Vibrant atmosphere and good food

K.

Amazing food and service

C.

Best service in the cosmos

M.

Loved the service and location

M.

Awesome..as usuall

c.

Helpful staff - great coffee

V.

Lovely food.

L.

Excellent meal and service

J.

Yummy seafood and nice view

A.

Great kids menu😊

H.

Wonderful place friendly helpful staff

J.

Fabulously fresh fish with chips

J.

Nice surroundings, service and food

C.

One of my faves when visiting Nelson

L.

Great food and service

L.

Amazing food and service

S.

Always excellent

F.

Best view

A.

Great time Great service Great taste

D.

Very nice

d.

Great food.

G.

Great service and food

D.

Lovely coffees

M.

Nice food

S.

Great Service & Great Location!

M.

Great spot to eat at

J.

Great place for coffee

R.

Pretty good coffee.

F.

Excellent food.

C.

Amazing.

H.

Nice friendly staff

p.

Yum as

H.

Wonderful fresh food

T.

Squid besterst evrrrr

I.

Great spot for a feed.

J.

Lovely food. .

l.

Really good food

S.

Great food

J.

Too popular.so good

A.

Yum

M.

Food is ok

A.

excellent

S.

Awesome

J.

Was a beautiful meal

D.

Lovely food

D.

Amazing as usual

J.

Always superb.

R.

Highly recommended.

C.

Awesome

a.

Quite good

D.

Would go back

J.

GORGEOUS

R.

Awesome

L.

Lovely place

I.

Great meal

S.

Great place.

A.

Good meals

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