Porridge WatsonBastia Hill, Whanganui
Porridge Watson – American food
Porridge Watson – American food
Porridge Watson – American food
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American pub · Bastia Hill

Porridge Watson

30 Drews Avenue, Bastia Hill, Whanganui, 4500

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30 Drews Avenue, Bastia Hill, Whanganui, 4500

About

About Porridge Watson

Found at 30 Drews Avenue in Bastia Hill, Porridge Watson is an American pub that has become part of the Bastia Hill dining scene. Its central position makes it easy to reach on foot from most inner-city accommodation.

Diners come here for American food. If it is your first visit, look out for classics of the style such as cheeseburger. The menu also crosses into fast food & takeaway and pub & bar dining territory.

We have not yet verified the trading hours for Porridge Watson. Hours for venues like this often shift between summer and winter, so a quick call before you set off is a good idea.

Facilities and services recorded for Porridge Watson include outdoor seating. As a rough guide, expect to spend about $20–$40 a head at a American pub like this. The neighbourhood is a busy food area – there are at least 10 other places to eat within a kilometre, so you have plenty of options for drinks before or dessert after.

On the menu

Menu highlights

Popular dishes for this style of American pub with typical New Zealand prices.

Full menu guide
SmokehousePulled pork

With slaw and pickles

$24–30

SidesMac and cheese

Baked

$9–12

BurgersClassic cheeseburger

NZ beef, cheese, pickles and house sauce

$18–24

SmokehousePork ribs

Slow-smoked with BBQ glaze (half rack)

$28–38

Shakes & DessertsCheesecake

New York style

$11–14

SmokehouseSmoked wings

Buffalo or BBQ

$15–20

Plan your visit

When is Porridge Watson busiest?

Estimated busy times based on typical hours and how people usually dine at American pubs in New Zealand. The gold bar marks the current hour.

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Usually busiest around 6 pm on Saturdays.

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Questions about Porridge Watson

Where is Porridge Watson?

Porridge Watson is at 30 Drews Avenue, Bastia Hill, Whanganui, 4500, about 300 m from central Whanganui. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are Porridge Watson's opening hours?

Opening hours have not been confirmed on our listing. Please contact the venue before you visit.

What kind of food does Porridge Watson serve?

American food. See the menu page for typical dishes and price ranges for this style of American pub.

How much does it cost to eat at Porridge Watson?

As an estimate, a meal at a American pub like this usually costs $20–$40 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

What other restaurants are near Porridge Watson?

The closest is Sour Bros (20 m away). See the "Nearby" section for more options with distances.

Nearby

More places to eat near Porridge Watson

Closest restaurants, cafes and takeaways, measured in a straight line.

Map of Bastia Hill
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