The Hunting Lodge, Kumeu
The restaurant in this historic 19th-century lodge serves up spectacular fare, while the vineyard is the site of New Zealand’s first sauvignon blanc.
307 Waikoukou Valley Road, Waimauku.
thehuntinglodge.com
Rothko at Sculptureum, Matakana
Rothko’s cuisine celebrates the flavours of the region and the season, to be enjoyed with award-winning Sculptureum wine. Then take a stroll around the art-filled gardens and galleries on the property.
40 Omaha Flats Road, Matakana.
sculptureum.nz
Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant, Waiheke
With views overlooking the Hauraki Gulf, Mudbrick is a must-visit for wine and fine food. A degustation with matched wines makes for a perfect long lunch.
126 Church Bay Road, Oneroa, Waiheke Island.
mudbrick.co.nz
Tantalus Estate, Waiheke
Tantalus has long been a favourite for a boozy lunch on Waiheke. The expansive, light-filled dining room is a great location to while away an afternoon.
70-72 Onetangi Road, Waiheke Island.
tantalus.co.nz
Casita Miro, Waiheke
Be transported to Spain at Casita Miro, famous for fantastic tapas. The glass-walled dining room overlooks the vineyard, providing a stunning location for a special occasion.
3 Brown Road, Onetangi, Waiheke Island.
casitamiro.co.nz
The Shed at Te Motu
There’s a focus on ethical and sustainable cuisine at The Shed, which uses ingredients grown onsite and from local producers.
76 Onetangi Road, Onetangi, Waiheke Island.
temotu.co.nz/the-shed
Poderi Crisci
You’ll feel as though you’ve arrived in Tuscany when you eat traditional Italian dishes while looking out across the vines at Poderi Crisci.
205 Awaawaroa Road, Awaawaroa Bay, Waiheke Island.
podericrisci.co.nz
Cable Bay
The outlook is breathtaking, the wine is world-class and the food is fantastic – what more could you ask for?
12 Nick Johnstone Drive, Oneroa, Waiheke Island.
cablebay.nz