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Japanese Izakaya & Cocktail Lounge
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Price≈$25
Dress CodeCasual
ServiceUpscale Casual
NoiseLively
CapacityMedium

This cocktail bar in the heart of New Plymouth sounds unlikely but the influences of Japanese cuisine in the menu are worth checking out. Guaranteed to stay open late into the evening, graze seriously from a huge menu that includes gyoza dumplings, yakitori, bao buns, tempura snacks and much more cooked fresh each day to match the zany cocktail list.

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Address
Snug Lounge, Devon Street West, Westown, New Plymouth, New Plymouth District, Taranaki, 4310, New Zealand
Phone
06 757 9130
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Snug Lounge restaurant in New Plymouth, New Zealand
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This cocktail bar in the heart of New Plymouth sounds unlikely but the influences of Japanese cuisine in the menu are worth checking out. Guaranteed to stay open late into the evening, graze seriously from a huge menu that includes gyoza dumplings, yakitori, bao buns, tempura snacks and much more cooked fresh each day to match the zany cocktail list.

Signature Dishes
Chicken karaage bao bunMarket fish sashimiBeef tatakiPork belly skewersPrawn dumplings
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Recognition history

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At a Glance
Vibe
  • Lively
  • Cozy
  • Intimate
  • Trendy
  • Ornate
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Group Dining
  • Casual Hangout
  • After Work
  • Late Night
  • Celebration
Experience
  • Courtyard
  • Open Kitchen
  • Standalone
Drink Program
  • Craft Cocktails
  • Sake Program
  • Extensive Wine List
  • Beer Program
Dress CodeCasual
Noise LevelLively
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingStandard

Plush, dark red moody lounge featuring low lighting, velvet seating, an open fireplace, and energetic background music, alongside an active shared courtyard.