Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Casita Miro
SPANISH $$$
OFFLINE MAP
( 09-372 7854;
www.mirovineyard.co.nz
;
3 Brown St, Onetangi; dishes $19-40; noon-3pm
daily, 6-10pm Thu-Sat Jan-Feb, reduced hours in winter)
A wrought iron and glass pavilion
backed with a Gaudi-esque mosaic garden is the stage for a very entertaining troupe of
servers who will guide you through the menu of delectable
ración tapas
- dishes bigger
than regular tapas, designed to be shared.
The Oyster Inn
SEAFOOD, MODERN NZ $$$
( 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 bistro 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 anoth-
er Waiheke day.
Delight
CAFE, TURKISH $$$
OFFLINE MAP
( 09-372 9035;
www.delightcafe.co.nz
;
29 Waikare Rd, Oneroa; mains $14-23, mezze $10-19;
8am-3pm)
If you're bored with eggs Benedict, try one of the piquant breakfast tagines at
this stylish cafe/mezze bar. Paninis, wraps and salads are served along with more tradi-
tional mezze, and the views are just as delicious.
Solar Eating House
CAFE, BAR $$$
OFFLINE MAP
(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
ITALIAN $$$
OFFLINE MAP
( 09-372 2148;
www.podericrisci.co.nz
;
205 Awaawaroa Rd; mains $24-33; noon-3pm Thu-
Mon, extended hrs in summer)
Poderi Crisci has quickly gained a sterling reputation for its
food, particularly its legendary four-hour long lunches on Sundays ($65 per person).
Italian varietals and olives have been planted alongside the existing vines. Definitely
worth the drive into the restaurant's isolated valley.
Te Whau
WINERY $$$
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