Waiheke Cuisine is varied and largely driven by local ingredients and seasonal variations. Enjoy succulent fresh oysters straight from Te Matuku Bay, award-winning olive oil and other locally-produced specialty foods, accompanied by wines from some of the Island’s top boutique vineyards. Treats may include wild honey, the famous local green herb spread, artisan cheeses or mouthwatering gelato from Waiheke's own Master Chef NZ runner up, Ana Schwarz.
Mudbrick exudes a special type of ambiance, is world-renowned for its superb restaurant, produces award-winning wines and offers couples a magical wedding venue.
With its spectacular sea views, French potager gardens and hand-hewn mud-brick buildings, the setting is "A must-see when visiting Auckland". By day the sea and vineyard views are magnificent and by night the stunning sunsets and sparkling city lights are unrivaled.
Because bordeaux wine varieties predominate on the island, the food emphasis is on red meat; particular favorites are the rack of lamb and Black Angus eye filet. The front terrace is the best spot to take in the harbor views.
Mudbrick is open for lunch and dinner daily, and many people like to arrive by helicopter. It's a popular spot for weddings so it pays to ring before heading there.
Tantalus Estate has been honored with international accolades for their estate-grown wines, plus national awards in architecture and design, building craftsmanship, cuisine and dining.
The Restaurant offers diners a feeling of intimacy and privacy. Situated among the vines, their indoor and outdoor dining areas flow through to the Cellar Door, providing comfortable and diverse experiences for guests. Enjoy their hand-crafted wine or do a beer tasting while gazing down onto their state of the art brewery and out across the vines.
The idyllic, sloping vineyard lies in a gentle, picturesque and sheltered valley in Waiheke’s renowned wine-growing region of Onetangi, the Estate includes 5.3 hectares of vineyards, a winery, a craft brewery and an expansive, light-filled restaurant with a seasonal menu built around fresh, local produce.
Complete with olive groves, macadamia trees, an apiary, kitchen gardens, native trees and boardwalks, Tantalus Estate is a destination not to be missed.
Three Seven Two is uniquely Waiheke, with a strong sense of connection to the community and they appreciate their sense of belonging.
Everything is sourced locally and as sustainable as possible to showcase the quality and talent of the Island.
The menu is almost entirely gluten free, with exciting vegetarian and vegan options. Head Chef Bronwen Laight lives locally with her two daughters and excels in nourishing people with honest food.
Poderi Crisci is widely recognized as one of the finest restaurants on Waiheke.
Enjoy al Fresco dining all year round in this stunning location looking across the valley, with the west facing restaurant capturing the final rays of the setting sun. The restaurant and surrounds are ideally suited for a casual lunch, family gatherings or celebrations and romantic dinners.
The chefs are inspired by the finest traditional Italian cuisine prepared using the finest local produce. Modern touches and techniques are used throughout to highlight the flavors and textures of all their dishes.
The a la carte menu changes daily as they take advantage of a kitchen garden and the freshest ingredients available on the day. The same is true for their famous “Sunday Long Lunch” menu and degustation menus.
The Shed provides their very own take on rural wine shed dining, nestled in the very vines that produce award-winning reds, overlooking the Onetangi Valley. Either seated inside or outside enjoying the sunshine, you will enjoy their uniquely relaxed, modern-rustic atmosphere.
The team work a special kind of magic, drawing on fresh produce from our ever-expanding garden to produce honest-to-goodness, gutsy and thoroughly modern food, packed full of flavor. They grow their own ingredients onsite and shop locally.
Wine and dine at an award-winning restaurant.
Thomas's Bach offers relaxed island-style eating with plates and high tea to share with family and friends.
Vintage dishes, such as bacon and egg picnic pie and smashed raspberry pavlova, have been recreated adding flair and flavor with fresh ingredients and a new twist on old family favorites. Discover some new tastes and vegetarian dishes, artisan food proudly sourced locally on Waiheke. High Tea & Bubbles for a perfect late lunch or light evening meal to share and served with glasses of chilled Batch Winery sparkling wines.
Cable Bay Vineyard offers guests both The Verandah and The Bistro as Dining options.
The Verandah provides a casual and contemporary place to enjoy a few hours in style. Nestled among the vineyards and olive trees, the huge windows frame the stunning views across the Hauraki Gulf to Auckland city. The soft ceiling drapes contrast beautifully with sleek, white marble tables, and this modern space has a refreshing indoor-outdoor flow with sliding screens that open up looking out over the lawn.
Offering a menu of Mediterranean-inspired sharing plates, slow-roasted meats, salads, fresh fish and authentic Italian pizzas from an outdoor kitchen with wood-fire oven, you are guaranteed to find something to tempt you.
The Bistro is a multi award-winning bistro, providing elegant yet relaxed dining and featuring large windows that open out to stunning views. With pendant atmospheric lighting and pale wooden tables, the room embodies minimalist elegance. A crackling fire-place creates a cosy haven in winter and the large folding doors open out onto the lawn during summer with outdoor dining available on the patio under umbrellas.
Offering a sharing style cuisine, the Head Chef has created dishes that are fresh, vibrant and beautifully plated showcasing seasonal produce from an organic kitchen garden. Taking inspiration from their own wines and Waiheke Island’s terroir, the focus is firmly on flavor.
Peacock Sky Vineyard offers casual gourmet dining for lunch in restaurant, Le Côté de la Colline.
The adaptable atrium dining area is perfect on a calm day, with the sides fully open, offering perfect shade and gentle breezes. Guests can also choose to dine on the outdoor terraces, overlooking native bush. On a windy or rainy day they will pull the transparent side covers down, light up the fire and let you get cosy, so you can still enjoy the views without having to suffer the elements.
Our multi-cultural chefs, tasters and servers bring you their culinary love all the way from all over the world.
Stonyridge Vineyards Veranda Cafe is nestled in a shimmering valley of olive trees, colorful vines, and the aromas of the south of France, it is one of the most romantic and exotic venues in New Zealand for café dining, private functions, and weddings.
The ‘Bud Burst Menu’ was created by new Executive Head Chef, Nic Watt of MASU fame.
Today Stonyridge is referred to as “One of the Top Ten Must Visit Wineries in the World” Guardian UK. Specializing in Waiheke Bordeaux wines by the glass or bottle as well as their own olives and olive oil, which are often not available elsewhere.
Open 7 days a week for Wine Tastings and Lunch from 11:30am.
Archive Bar and Bistro is an addition to Mudbrick Vineyard, offering a more casual Dining menu.
Enjoy the beautiful gardens, where one can sit outside at a table in the garden, or on our outdoor couches and sip, enjoy and while away the afternoon. There is a beautiful stone fireplace, so if its chilly you can nestle by the fire with that glass of wine.
Wild On Waiheke takes sharing plates, platters and grazing boards to a whole new level.
Get that perfect balance between Kiwi laid-back and vineyard luxury, Wild on Waiheke ensures everyone feels welcome.
Enjoy good food matched with their handcrafted beers, let your taste-buds go Wild with awesome kitchens creations. Specializing in Wild ingredients, they push the boundaries with some other more interesting tastes, such as the Huntsman Platter, which is a feast for 2, or light snack for 4. All made fresh in their kitchen, people come from long and far to get what's called the best Pizzas on the island (their words, not ours!).
Passage Rock Bistro offers delicious food and award winning wines.
The bistro is surrounded by their syrah vines and stunning views providing you with the perfect setting to relax.
The menu includes their famous wood fire pizza’s, shared plates, platters, deserts, and of course a full range of Passage Rock Wines. catering for birthday parties, hens parties and other function requirements, they will also craft a menu for your budget and your food-style preferences. The chef can cater for all dietary requirements including gluten-free and Vegan.
Passage Rock is also a canine friendly venue for well-behaved dogs.
Aperitivo is a relaxed and contemporary Wine Bar in Central Oneroa with the best views available over the Bay and out to sea.
The Focus is on Old World and New World Wines, with a selection of Waiheke's finest. Osteria-style dining includes an array of seasonal rustic Italian style tapas and sharing plates, flat breads, fresh salads & decadent desserts.
Live music every Friday 6 - 9pm, but jazzy relaxed vibes is always the order of the day.
At Tantalus Estate, located on the ground floor beside the brewery, you will discover the moody and secretive Alibi Brewer’s Lounge – reminiscent of a speakeasy from the Prohibition era.
The lounge gives guests a sneak preview of the brewery and caters for diners enjoying a canapé-style menu. Enjoy a wide range of craft beers brewed on-site, inspired cocktails and shared plates.
Casita Miro is renowned for it's ambiance, fine food and wine. Specializing in the cuisine of Spain and the wider Mediterranean Rim, they take enormous pleasure in sharing their love for fine food, wine and sherry. Casita Miro is all about shared dining and the 'tapas' and 'raciones' (large plates) are perfect for a fun, relaxed and social dining experience.
Casita Miro has been winner or runner up for the last nine years in the 'Best Rural Restaurant' category of Metro Magazine's Top 50 Auckland Restaurants. In addition, proprietor Cat Vosper won the title of 'Restaurant Personality of the Year' in 2011. Cat was also a finalist in the Lewisham Foundation's 'Outstanding Restaurateur' category 2013. The restaurant was a finalist in Cuisine magazines Good Food Awards for 2015 and winner of the Beef+Lamb Excellence Awards 2010 - 2019.
The Oyster Inn offers a fresh, unique restaurant experience in the heart of Waiheke Island, Oneroa Village.
Take in the great sea views on the restaurant veranda or from the banquettes in their breezy dining room and savor the menu inspired by coastal classics, or just drop by and enjoy a cocktail or crisp glass of wine at the bar.
At The Oyster Inn they serve honest, simple dishes made with the very best local produce, priding themselves on fresh seafood and shellfish. They are obsessed with the provenance of everything served - so it's ideal that they're located on Waiheke Island, which provides a bountiful supply of almost everything they need.
Arrive when you like, eat when you like - the kitchen is open all day.
Don't forget to Pop in and check out their chic beach shop.
Fenice, situated right in the middle of Oneroa Village, serves authentic Italian and Mediterranean food beside a roaring open fire.
The menu reflects the seasons and is constantly changing and all food is made onsite.
Vino Vino is a favorite lunch or dinner spot in Oneroa - sit on the balcony and enjoy stunning views over Oneroa bay.
Vino Vino offers Mediterranean-style dining in a warm and inviting, locals favorite spot featuring the friendly service Vino Vino is famous for.
Dine either out on the all weather veranda, or inside where a Sante Fe-style fireplace warms the restaurant during the winter. The menu includes wonderful meze platters of olives, roasted garlic, dips, fruit and fresh bread. Wash this down with some local wine, which makes a strong presence on the wine list.
The Courtyard Restaurant and Garden Bar has been impressing locals and has fast become the secret local "place to be" for an exceptional dinner or a spritz or two in the sunny garden bar.
Situated on Ocean View road, down the stairs from the viewing platform in central Oneroa, the venue is a little tucked away but a delightful discovery.
With a large Mediterranean influence, the extensive menu boasts house made pastas, cheese and charcuterrie plates, fresh seafood dishes, and some interesting twists to some international dishes, like the cauliflower rice nasi goreng, and the poke bowl. Don't go past the classics like the TCY cheese burger, and NZ Ribeye steak, hung and air dried for 30 days.
The wine list is curated by Simon Kelly from Lubrication Wines who says "We picked the wine list to compliment The Courtyard's unique style. It's a little daring and adventurous, and features some of the world’s best vineyards. We hope it will challenge diners to try something new".
The menu changes weekly and adds seasonal specials, to ensure the local regulars always have someone new to try, and to keep the team on their creative toes. The recent addition of a cabana bar will be serving up local craft beer and spritz’ in the courtyard throughout the summer.
Red Crab offers a rich heritage of Thai Cuisine using a unique blend of locally sourced ingredients with a twist of authentic Thai flavors giving a beautiful fusion of taste.
All Thai Cuisine is prepared by Thai chefs who take pride in serving you only the finest dishes. Light and fresh with a delicate balance of flavors, colors and textures that look as great as they taste!
Items from Red Crab’s extensive takeaway menu can be ordered by email or by phone and customers who prefer to dine in will be given the traditional Thai welcome and can select from our dedicated in-house menu, including beverage selections.
They pride themselves on superb presentation, great service and most importantly, excellent cuisine. Without a doubt you are in for a great dining experience.
Arcadia - Waiheke's newest Cafe, Restaurant & Bar.
Arcadia - a simple land that provides great pleasure. With this meaning in mind they have succeeded in creating a space that is simple and feels relaxed and welcoming.
Arcadia offers a casual dinning experience with a fresh and inviting menu along with a great wine and craft beer selection to enjoy while you soak up the atmosphere.
Charlie Farleys - A Waiheke institution since 1987, NZs #1 beach bar.
Good honest food, family-friendly portions, consistent quality and enjoyable service. At Charlie Farley’s, you really are a local the moment you walk in the door.
Bringing you the best tunes to sing and dance to, Their in-house musicians play your favorites every Thursday at 6pm!
Wai Kitchen, open for brunch & lunch in Oneroa Village, providing very innovative, fresh and seasonal cuisine in a relaxed and welcoming seafront environment.
The Cafe overlooks a panoramic vista of the beautiful Hauraki Gulf.
On offer is something for all tastes, whether it simply be a homemade pastry alongside an expertly made Three beans Organic Fair Trade Coffee or freshly squeezed juice, or a beautifully cooked meal accompanied by a glass of Waiheke's excellent local wines. The decor is funky and comfortable and features natural, warm finishes inspired by the surrounding seascape and island.
Ajadz is a great place for a meal out with friends or family.
The restaurant creates a wonderful atmosphere that goes well with their tasty Indian food.
Solar Cafe and Bar in the heart of Oneroa Village offers diners extensive panoramic views from the garden bar out to the Coromandel Peninsular & beyond to Great Barrier Island.
Found Cafe in Surfdale serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails.
A creative and eclectic menu with something for everyone including great coffee and pastries.
Little Frog Organic Cafe is your healthy stop in Oneroa Village specializing in organic cuisine.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner – vegan options, crepes, waffles, smoothies, juices & coffee - open 8am to late.
The Local - serving Fish & Chips, Burgers, Beer and wine.
Waiheke’s premium fish and chip restaurant located in the heart of Oneroa Village.
Open 7 days a week, offering a unique takeaway or dine-in experience, with stunning views overlooking Oneroa Beach.
Dragonfired serve freshly made organic wood-fired street food to diners on Little Oneroa beach, including pizza, pocket-breads, polenta, calzone & seasonal specials.
The vibrant team strive to provide the community with fresh healthy street food & friendly customer service.
Too Fat Buns, located in Oneroa Village serves the best gourmet burgers on the Island.
Known for their tasty and homely burgers and value for money. They cater for everyone from carnivore to vegan. You won't leave hungry.
Underground Filter & Cold Brew coffee in store now!
Mint As, located in Ostend, offers amazing, juicy and flavorsome burgers, truffle fries and tacos.
All their food is made with love and perfectly seasoned, have been several times and the food has always been great.
Timbuktu is a local cafe/deli hybrid, located in Ostend, with a focus on fresh healthy cabinet food, coffee and deli goods.
Providing a range of take home dinners, BBQ & picnic supplies.
