The Thirsty Moa

12/08/2026

☕ We're back!

The Thirsty Moa and Lohi Linen reopen this Friday 14th after our winter break — and we've missed you.

This weekend we're kicking off all-day weekend breakfast, from 8am Saturday and Sunday.
From next week, we'll be open Thursday to Sunday, running on these hours until the season kicks off properly.

Come say hi, grab a coffee, and check out what's new. 🌿 New menu here:

Inside Lohi Linen · Ranfurly, Central Otago The Thirsty Moa Pull up a stool. You’re in no hurry. Food Breakfast Breakfast Bagel $23 Salmon or bacon · plain, sesame or jalapeño bagel Bacon & Eggs on Sourdough $19 Free range eggs your way · toasted sourdough Shakshuka $22 Eggs poached in spi...

08/07/2026

03/07/2026

Natural white, amazing!

02/07/2026

✨ The Railway Station is glowing! ✨

Our new lights are on, and we think the historic station has never looked better! 💚

The best views are from The Moa – so next time you’re passing through, pop in, admire the station lit up at night, and come and see what we’ve got waiting for you.

📍 We’d love to see you!

01/07/2026

What's in the Merrychef this week? 🍟🔥Crispy wedges straight out of the oven, served with sour cream and sweet chilli sauce — the perfect side (or the whole point of coming in, we won't judge).See you at the bar. 🍷

26/06/2026

Pizza's fired up at the Moa. 🍕 Hand-built on the bench, out of the oven in minutes, zero frozen nonsense. Pop in for a slice and a w**e — you know where to find us. 🍷

24/06/2026

Matariki Weekend in Ranfurly — 10 & 11 July ✨Love Island Night with Jaide & Kodi (Fri) + our Matariki Fashion Show & St Johns School fundraiser (Sat).Book online via Humanitix, or just call into Lohi and buy your tickets in store — easy as. 💙

04/06/2026

Right then. Here's what's waiting for you at the Thirsty Moa this week. 👇 🥧 Sanga's pies — six varieties, all $12.50.

The Underbelly pork and the Cluckenberry are going fast. 🥯 Fresh bagels — salmon, bacon, breakfast with eggs, vegan, cream cheese. Three bases. You choose.

🍷 Central Otago w**e — Wooing Tree, Roaring Meg, Carrick. Glass or bottle. 🍺 Cold b**r — Emersons, Corona, Asahi, Long White and more. Dog friendly. Gluten free options available. Inside Lohi on Charlemont St — browse the linen while you're at it.

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