The Old Forge Kitchen

The Old Forge Kitchen The Old Forge Kitchen is a Cafe, Restaurant and Catering Business situated in Te Aroha West.

We're back tonight. 70th birthday celebration.
30/05/2026

We're back tonight. 70th birthday celebration.

End of an era today.... well sort of. We are fully booked for lunch and dinner. A bit like tetris fitting everyone in....
09/05/2026

End of an era today.... well sort of. We are fully booked for lunch and dinner. A bit like tetris fitting everyone in., but the support for our business has been amazing

Today is our last day as a restaurant. For those that know us, we're missing one of our team today as Richard is still in hospital. I'm hoping to get him home tomorrow but he is really upset to miss seeing everyone and a bit emotional not to have him here.

I can't express how grateful I am to have my past chefs come back and help us get through. We have had some amazing staff over the past 7 years and I will be forever humbled by this experience.

So happy Mothers Day to all. Watch this page for our future projects because we will rise again and don't forget we can still cater for you at any time. Contact details all remain the same for now. Teena x

A few changes to this weeks hour's. One of our team is in hospital so we will do the best we can as we head into our la...
03/05/2026

A few changes to this weeks hour's. One of our team is in hospital so we will do the best we can as we head into our last week and fully booked for Sunday and almost for Saturday. Hopefully the sun will shine this weekend.

So we will be open for our last days on Friday and Saturday this week only. Sunday (Mother's Day) is fully booked with no walk ins possible.

We appreciate all the people that have been in over the last few days to wish us well.

Few changes to this week's opening hours.Monday to Thursday - we will be closed.Friday opening at 10am till 2pm.Saturday...
26/04/2026

Few changes to this week's opening hours.
Monday to Thursday - we will be closed.
Friday opening at 10am till 2pm.
Saturday and Sunday opening at 9am till approx 2.30pm. Advisable to book your table. Leave a message on 078848338 or message this page.

An update: As we count down to our last day open as a restaurant, (10th May) we do have a few days where our hours will...
22/04/2026

An update: As we count down to our last day open as a restaurant, (10th May) we do have a few days where our hours will change. Watch our page for changes and its always a good idea to book your table. As most of our staff have found other jobs and either leaving or have left, we are making changes to our menus so we can still provide a quick turnaround in our kitchen. We appreciate your understanding. We are so excited to know that our staff are being snapped up for other jobs (although the hospo industry gives itself a bad name - more on that later)

We will be closed this Saturday while we remember those that served.

We are now fully booked for Mother's Day for both Lunch and Dinner. Bookings are still available on the Saturday if you would like to celebrate early. Don't forget to book your table.

We have started planning for our next steps - The Old Forge will remain as a function centre. - Group bookings are being taken now. Our event coordinators are ready to work with you and plan your event. Watch this page for updates as we progress our journey.

We will be closed Thursday 16th April. We have another large dinner function to cater for. See you over the weekend ...
15/04/2026

We will be closed Thursday 16th April. We have another large dinner function to cater for. See you over the weekend for more great coffee.

WE ARE CLOSED THIS WEEKEND!! We are closed today (Saturday 11th April) for a birthday celebration and tomorrow we have ...
11/04/2026

WE ARE CLOSED THIS WEEKEND!!
We are closed today (Saturday 11th April) for a birthday celebration and tomorrow we have decided to close to keep our staff and customers safe while we all ride out the storm/cyclone.

Its our auction day on Thursday so this means we will also be closed this week on Thursday - it also helps us prep for a 200 person function that night.
Thankyou everyone for your continued support and understanding.

Fresh Quiches in the cabinet today! Bacon, cheese & tomato🥓🍅 or Mushroom, Spinach & Feta🌿🧀Need a school holiday treat? L...
07/04/2026

Fresh Quiches in the cabinet today! Bacon, cheese & tomato🥓🍅 or Mushroom, Spinach & Feta🌿🧀
Need a school holiday treat? Lolly Cake and Hot Chocolates are being served all day! 🍭

Last night we catered for a wedding which was fantastic and again we received numerous thankyous and appreciation for th...
04/04/2026

Last night we catered for a wedding which was fantastic and again we received numerous thankyous and appreciation for the food. Just goes to show doesn't matter what the situation is, we can still do great food. 5 types of canapés (2 hot) and a main buffet with spit roasted lamb and beef. 2 hours from home and no where to hide. 😱 Good job Richard is always organised with plan b. Extra tables, microwave, jug etc. We thought we were going into a small kitchen with an oven. 😁 Supposed to be in a paddock with rain. Don't think so. This was plan d. Fortunately we had the chiller trailer so have wheels, will travel.

30/03/2026

This Easter weekend, we will be closed on Friday and Saturday as we will be out catering a Wedding 💕 We will be open from 9am on Sunday for your weekend brunch.

Address

9 Alexandra Road
Te Aroha West
3391

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+6478848338

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