I've been passed this place many times while driving through Paihia but never actually stopped until recently. This is one of the more popular restaurants in the area - Zane Grey's overlooks the harbour and wharf. It not only has a restaurant and bar but also apparently has an aquarium inside.
The restaurant was named after a local legendary fisherman Zane Grey. He first visited NZ in 1926 and caught some large fish such as a Mako Shark. He established a base at Otehei Bay in the Bay of Islands which became a destination for rich and famous people. He wrote quite a few articles for international sporting magazines about fishing and also held numerous records a hookless bait that is still used today to attract fish.
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11 comments:
A different Zane from the writer.
SOunds like a great place to visit
I about fell over when I seen the name Zane Grey! I have read most of his books!
I think it is the same Zane Grey, he came to NZ for R&R.
That's interesting if it is the same Zane Grey. He's well known in my neck of the woods as a writer of western novels, including Rider's of the Purple Sage.
I believe it was the big game fishing (marlin etc) that attracted him, and yes he wrote westerns which I've also read a few of.
Well that's all interesting new information to me.
I've been there for a meal several times. I food is good and the aquarium is small but entertaining.
Is this the same Zane Grey who wrote US western adventures stories? I suppose not, but I will Google.
It looks as if Mr Grey is well known to your readers Amy.. bet the fish is fresh here ✨
Nice building!
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