The Roaming Giant

The Roaming Giant

Escape the circus out there, and wander in.

The circus used to be known to frequent Claudelands, bringing with it giant animals such as elephants, giraffes, and even the odd bear. When not delighting the Hamilton Public, the animals often made attempts for their freedom with the hope of exploring the neighbouring Claudelands bush. Old newspaper articles tell us that some of these attempts were successful - one detailing the disbelief a youn

31/08/2024

We've gone nuts and put peanut butter whiskey in (almost) everything this September! Cheers to our mates at , tuck into a nutty cocktail and Butterscotch Pecan Pie that's perfect for every kind of night out. 🥜🍹
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*StarSocial rewards terms apply. September definitely contains traces of nuts.

26/08/2024

Bring Dad to The Roaming Giant for Father's Day and he'll go in the draw to win a $150 Mitre 10 voucher 💰🔨

Even better, on Sundays get $10 small plates, pizzas and drink deals between 2.30pm and 5.30pm. The whole family wins!

23/08/2024

If you see us a little teary today, we are saying goodbye to our absolute superstar Sera 🥲🫶

Sera is off to travel the world 🌍 ✈️ and although we couldn’t be more happy & excited for her we sure are sad to see her go!

Pop in today for her last shift & have a drink or two,

We are going to miss you Sera, but this is just see you soon 🍻

21/08/2024

Want to escape the cold? The kitchen are firing up the grill for lunch! 🔥🔥

Open from 12pm see you then!

13/08/2024

Have that sweet craving but looking for something a little different? 🙌

Try our Saffron & Cardamon Poached Pear, with mango coconut sauce, granola & berry sorbet 😍

Even better!? It’s Wednesday so all desserts are only $10! (Word has it on Wednesday our Tap Cocktails are $10 aswell 😉)

12/08/2024

Mouth watering Steak? And even better? It’s Steak Night!

$25.00 for dinner, message us to book your table for dinner tonight 🤤🤤

12/08/2024

Forgotten to book your spot? Get in QUICK 🎯🥂

We still have a few group spots left for our 12pm session for BULLSEYE BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH this Saturday 🎯🎯

Email [email protected]

See you there!

07/08/2024

Come say hi to Bethany & the team for your Thursday Bevy’s after work! 🍻

Let the pre weekend vibes begin 🙌🍻

07/08/2024

We’re on target for the best weekend ever! 🎯 Dart Masters is back at Claudelands for 2024 and we are celebrating in style with a full weekend of activities.

Try your luck at our dart competitons, giant inflatable football dart board, and dress to impress for costume prizes. There will be live music, DJ’s and Export Ultra drink specials all weekend - you don’t want to miss it! 🍻

05/08/2024

Sip, Sip, Hooray! 🥂 You’re favourite BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH spot is at it again this weekend! Saturday & Sunday 🙌

Escape the circus outside & book you and your brunching crew in! [email protected]

04/08/2024

Monday bestie night? 🙌❤️

Every Monday brings you two for $30 Small Plates, sharing is caring 🤝

31/07/2024

Not sure what you fancy? Try a bit of everything 😉

$50 Sharing Platters today & every Thursday, word has it they pair perfectly with our Jug & Wine deals too 🙌🥂

Escape the circus, get into your local!

30/07/2024

Looking for a mid-week Sweet Treat? 😉

Look no further every Wednesday we have $10 Desserts & $10 Tap Tails! Stop in or book a table, available from 12pm!

24/07/2024

Let there be BRUNCH & Let it be BOTTOMLESS 🥂🥂

We still have spaces available to book your crew in for Bottomless Brunch at the Giant this weekend! 🎪

Email us today for all bookings: [email protected]

22/07/2024

Got a lunch craaaving? We’ve got you 🙌

Open from 12pm for all your tasty lunch favourites for the rest of the week! 🥂

21/07/2024

It’s poooouring Espresso’s 🍸

You know we love a delish Espresso Martini on a Monday 😉 So escape the circus out there & join us for one after work!

18/07/2024

Getting the girls together this weekend? 🥂🌸

We still have spaces available to book in your BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH AT ROAMING! 🥂

Email us today: [email protected]

16/07/2024

There’s no better excuse on a Tuesday to head to your local, we’ve got you covered for Lunch or Dinner! 🍻

$25.00 Steak Special from 12pm every Tuesday 🥩

14/07/2024

Half way through staying dry this July? We’ve got you covered!

Monday still calls for Espresso Martini’s but keep them alcohol free if ya need too 😉

See ya after work!

09/07/2024

Staying dry this July? We’ve got your back!

Enjoy the winter sunshine today with one of our delish Mocktails 🍸

Tag a friend below that’s staying dry for July!

09/07/2024

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07/07/2024

Chase the rain away after work with a Monday Espresso at your local 👌

04/07/2024

Zero degrees outside but the kitchen is heating up the grill!

Out chefs are prepping for a big weekend 🙌 Call in for lunch or dinner this weekend!

02/07/2024

WIN WITH ROAMING ⭐️⭐️⭐️

We are doing it again! The team have two sets of 4 Tickets to give away to Magic vs The Pulse this coming Monday 8th July!

All you have to do is tag a friend below and you’re in the draw!

Winners will be announced and contacted Friday!

LETS GO MAGIC 🙌🙌🙌

Edit: Such a huge response thank you everyone! We decided to give an extra set of tickets away! Our winners are: Shar Cherrington, Helen Bell & Brooke Hardman!

30/06/2024

Recovering from the long weekend? Monday always calls for a cheeky Espresso 😉 (we’ve also got something else if your making changes this July 🙌)

Pop in after work! We’d love to see ya!

27/06/2024

Celebrating Matariki this long weekend? Matire has you covered with all your Cocktail favs! 🥂

24/06/2024

Run don’t walk after work! 🍻

Tuesday $25.00 Steak Night, escape the circus & escape the dishes! 🙌

24/06/2024

Grab your Bestie & Roam into the Giant 🙌

Our kitchen crew are whipping up your two for $30 small plates tonight! (And every Monday 😉)

23/06/2024

It’s raining it’s Espresso’s Pouring! 🌧️

Make it through your Monday so you can treat yourself to an Espresso Martini after work 😉

20/06/2024

Weekend incoming! It’s FRIDAY and there is no better way to escape the circus than at the Giant 🎪🙌

🍻 $10 Fried Chicken
🍻 Heineken & Rosè Specials
🍻 LIVE Music 5pm - 8pm

See you there!

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Our Story

The circus was known to frequent Claudelands, bringing with it giant animals such as elephants, giraffes, and even the odd bear.

When not delighting the Hamilton Public, the animals often made attempts for their freedom with the hope of exploring the neighbouring Claudelands bush.

Old newspaper articles tell us that some of these attempts were successful - one detailing the disbelief a young boy experienced on his way home from school after coming face to face with an elephant doing its best to hide amongst the trees.

This is just one of the many accounts of the roaming giants that used to visit this area, and though sightings are rare these days, we've got plenty of room out back for them just in case.

Escape the circus out there, and wander in.

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789 Heaphy Terrace
Hamilton
3214

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 10pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 12am
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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