Cadera Mexican Bar and Restaurant

Tapas, tacos and margaritas on Ōhope beach... looks like all our hopes and dreams have been answered! Welcome to Cadera, where relaxed, social dining wins every time.

One thing this eatery isn't lacking, as well as the gorgeous sound of lapping waves, is soul! If you can tear yourself away from the ocean-side views, you are welcomed into a lively dining hall where every inch of wall space is dedicated to Mexican-inspired art. Sitting pretty adjacent are the informal booths and bar stools, perfect for a chilled yarn whilst outside, the sun-soaked picnic tables are equally enticing...

Wherever you decide to plonk your behind, prepare your tastebuds for a thrill ride through Mexico. How about a mountain of loaded nachos to get started? Or perhaps you want to save your appetite for a triple cheese quesadilla or roly poly burrito? Generously stuffed with anything from pulled beef or pork, guacamole and chipotle rice, these bad boys are not to be underestimated.

If you fancy a bit of this and a bit of that, tapas is your best bet. Featuring the spicy goodness of jalapeno poppers, nostalgic yumminess of chicken drumsticks and the only-suitable-for-platonic-diners chilli garlic prawns, feel free to decorate your table however you wish. Carry on the party with a jug of sangria or any of their flavoured margaritas; feel free to blame tomorrow's headache on those beach vibes. They get us every time.