Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
www.waikitchen.co.nz
;
1/149 Ocean View Rd, Oneroa; mains $17-23; 9am-4pm, extended summer)
Why?
Well firstly there's the lively menu that abounds with Mediterranean and Asian flavours.
Then there's the charming service and the breezy ambience of this glassed-in wedge, fa-
cing the
wai
(water).
Casita Miro
MAP
SPANISH
$$
( 09-372 7854;
www.mirovineyard.co.nz
;
3 Brown St, Onetangi; dishes $19-40; noon-3pm daily, 6-10pm Thu-
Sat Jan-Feb, reduced hours in winter)
A wrought iron and glass pavilion backed with a Gaudi-esque
mosaic garden is the stage for a very entertaining troupe of servers who will guide you
through the menu of delectable
ración tapas
- dishes bigger than regular tapas, designed
to be shared.
The Oyster Inn
( 09-372 2222;
www.theoysterinn.co.nz
;
124 Ocean View Rd; mains $23-36; 11am-late)
The Oyster Inn
is a popular destination for Auckland's smart set. It has an excellent seafood-skewed bis-
tro menu, oysters and champagne, and a buzzy but relaxed vibe that's part bar and part
restaurant. Brunch from 11am on the verandah is a great way to ease into another Waiheke
day.
SEAFOOD, MODERN NZ
$$
Delight
MAP
( 09-372 9035;
www.delightcafe.co.nz
;
29 Waikare Rd, Oneroa; mains $14-23, mezze $10-19; 8am-3pm)
If
you're bored with eggs Benedict, try one of the piquant breakfast tagines at this stylish
cafe/mezze bar. Paninis, wraps and salads are served along with more traditional mezze,
and the views are just as delicious.
CAFE, TURKISH
$$
Solar Eating House
MAP
CAFE, BAR
$$
(139 Oceanview Rd; mains $15-24; 8am-9.30pm)
With a spacious outdoor area and ocean
views, Solar is our relaxed choice for the first coffee - or beer or glass of wine - of the
day. Lots of local organic and sustainable produce underpins the menu.
Poderi Crisci
MAP
ITALIAN
$$
