The SandsMoana, Nelson
The Sands – Quick takeaway meals
The Sands – Quick takeaway meals
The Sands – Quick takeaway meals
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Takeaway · Moana

The Sands Restaurant

623 Rocks Road, Moana, Nelson, 7011

Opening hours

Right now in Nelson6:50 am
Hours not confirmed

We have not yet confirmed the opening hours for The Sands. Many takeaways in Nelson open for lunch and dinner (typically 11:30 am – 2 pm and 5 – 9:30 pm), but please check before you go.

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623 Rocks Road, Moana, Nelson, 7011

About

About The Sands

Found at 623 Rocks Road in Moana, The Sands is a takeaway that has become part of the Moana dining scene. From the Nelson city centre it is roughly 2.9 km away – a short drive, bus or bike ride.

The kitchen focuses on quick takeaway meals. Dishes typical of this style include fried chicken and fish and chips, so it is a good pick if those are on your list. It is one of 19 fast food & takeaway venues we list in Nelson. The menu also crosses into seafood territory.

Opening hours for The Sands have not been confirmed on our listing yet. As with many takeaways in New Zealand, trading hours can change with the seasons and public holidays, so we recommend calling ahead before you visit.

Good to know: outdoor seating. For budgeting, takeaways of this kind in New Zealand typically cost around $10–$20 per person (Budget). The neighbourhood is a busy food area – there are at least 7 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 takeaway with typical New Zealand prices.

Full menu guide
Burgers & ChickenClassic burger

Beef, cheese, lettuce and sauce

$7.6–13

Fish & ChipsPaua fritter

A Kiwi takeaway favourite

$5.1–8.5

Sides & DrinksSoft drink

Can

$2.6–3.4

Sides & DrinksThick shake

Chocolate or caramel

$5.1–6.8

Kebabs & WrapsFalafel wrap

With hummus

$9.4–13

Burgers & ChickenChicken burger

Crispy fillet

$8.5–13

Plan your visit

When is The Sands busiest?

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

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Usually busiest around 6 pm on Fridays.

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Questions about The Sands

Where is The Sands?

The Sands is at 623 Rocks Road, Moana, Nelson, 7011, about 2.9 km from central Nelson. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are The Sands's opening hours?

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

What kind of food does The Sands serve?

Quick takeaway meals. See the menu page for typical dishes and price ranges for this style of takeaway.

How much does it cost to eat at The Sands?

As an estimate, a meal at a takeaway like this usually costs $10–$20 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

Does The Sands do takeaways?

Yes, takeaway is listed as available.

What other restaurants are near The Sands?

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

Nearby

More places to eat near The Sands

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

Smugglers – Restaurant food 290 m
Restaurant

Smugglers

8 Muritai Street, Tāhunanui
Tāhunanui, Nelson
Catch 22 – Bar food 360 m
Bar

Catch 22

31 Beach Road, Tāhunanui
Tāhunanui, Nelson
Ocean Lodge – Bar food 420 m
Bar

Ocean Lodge

20 Muritai Street, Tāhunanui
Tāhunanui, Nelson
Beach Cafe – Cafe food 500 m
Cafe

Beach Cafe

Tāhunanui
Tāhunanui, Nelson

Other fast food & takeaway places nearby

Fast Food & Takeaway in Nelson
NameAreaStatusDistance
Roto Street TakeawaysTāhunanui1.3 km
Victoria Square Fish and chipsToi Toi–1.6 km
GuiseppesToi Toi1.6 km
Arnel's TakeawayBeachville–2.4 km
Haven Fish and ChipBeachville–2.5 km
AkbabasNelson East3.1 km