This vineyard was a great way to end your day in Waiheke Island. There were 4 vineyards in this…read morearea #7 on your hop on hop off tour. We chose this place even we walked for 15 minutes . The vineyard has a great view of the grapes, the rough road with lustrous trees to take pictures. At the end of the road this very quaint restaurant was so beautiful. Rustic feeling yet serene when you look around. The staff were very nice. The wine was excellent. Agnes was our attendant, she was nice but not too attentive. We have to looked for her to give our orders. Waited for so long. We tasted their Red snapper so divinely tasteful. The fish was cooked to perfection. The sauce was amazing . Mouthwatering. We got their freshly baked focaccia with olive oil roasted garlic and balsamic vinegar so good. The best Their house salad was excellent. I loved the way all the leafy vegetables weren't cut by a knife. It looked like peeled by hands. So fresh and crunchy when you bite. The wine was good. We got 3 different wine my choice the Shiraz. Even the wait was long I still give them 5 for the view and excellent cuisine. Kudos to the chef.

We visited this winery as part of a wine tour. The tasting was 4 wines, a white and 3 reds. My fav…read morewas the Te Monty Kokoro. Our guide was well versed in the history of the winery and the making of the wines. Husband isn't as much of a wine drinker so it was nice that our guide offered him some lighter, more mild wines to taste. The tasting room was smaller and very busy with a casual vibe. Great stop.

Not my first visit, and definitely not my last! This is one of my favorite wineries on the island…read more The ambiance is always wonderful, whether you're sitting indoors or outdoors. The staff are super friendly, and the food is fresh and very good. And of course--the wine! Any bottle you choose, or any recommendation from the staff, is always spot on and absolutely delicious. See you again next time I'm in New Zealand!

Our first stop on Waiheke Island was Wild Estate for a wine tasting. As we were going to have…read morelunch later, we didn't order any food aside from some olives to tide us over until lunch, although the charcuterie boards looked amazing. A sample of three wines was $20NZ, and on offer was a rose and two reds, "Wilding" and "The W", all of which I enjoyed. It's unfortunate that our stop at Wild was such a short visit, as the grounds were lovely (there were neat sculptures and activities offered such as archery), the restaurant decor was warm and inviting, and the menu had a good selection. [Yelp collections: NZ/Fiji 2023; New Zealand 2023; Wine Time!]

Day was beautiful. Had a tasting out on their patio…read more This was our 4th wine tasting in the same day, I was feeling pretty spent from the wine tastings from the 3 vineyards before. I did tiny sips and wasn't ingesting anymore liquids down, only tasting them. It's a nice vineyard. Since I had so much to tastes by the last stop. I was feeling pretty mellow and chilled. I just sat under the protection of the shading on the patio and watched everyone else continue their tastings. My friend was still going strong. I was out. I spent the rest of the wine tour hour taking in the vineyard estate.

Obsidian was our first stop in New Zealand off the plane from the US…read more We landed in Auckland at dawn, dropped our bags at our hotel, boarded the Waiheke ferry, took the bus to Onetangi, walked the length of the beach, hiked up the hill, and found our way to the cellar door. All you need to know about the wine is that it was worth that effort. The winery is situated in a hollow (American for small valley) and housed in a Quonset hut. We enjoyed our tasting on a shaded outdoor patio. Our hosts were friendly, which in New Zealand is basically assumed. Obsidian is perhaps the most remote of the Onetangi wineries, which made it the perfect place to start our day. We spent the rest of the day working our way back toward the main road - stopping at Casita Miro and Te Motu - before catching the bus back on Onetangi Rd. back to Oneroa and the ferry.

Wow, went last weekend on a magic day Went to the casual…read morerestaurant and had half the menu it was so good Service was great really good vibe Bread starter is a must Loved it

One of the most beautiful sunsets I've ever experienced was eating dinner at Mudbrick. The view is…read moredivine, and the garden feels so quaint and picturesque that I was completely wowed. It's nice coming here for the ambience alone! They have two or three course dining options and I went with the two course plus a bread order which ended up being the perfect amount of food. The dishes were surprisingly innovative for being a winery restaurant, and I really appreciated the pairings they suggested with each dish. I especially liked their Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot options. It's definitely pricey, but I am glad I got to try dinner here. Only catch is that it's quite difficult to get a car back home - we had dinner at 7:30 pm and it was a bit harrowing getting a taxi. The hotel will help call for you but our driver double booked himself for extra business so we stood outside almost half an hour in the dark. Regardless, the restaurant itself was great and worth the trip.

My friend and I don't drink but we love the winery experience. This was our first trip to NZ,…read moreAuckland & Waiheke. It was a crowded off-season day on the ferry, so we decided to make a reservation at Batch while we were waiting for our Western Explorer bus at the Waiheke Ferry landing. We skipped all the other vineyards & went straight to Batch in hopes of avoiding the crowds. We are so glad we did. The view was amazing & it wasn't crowded when we arrived. The service was excellent and the food was top shelf. We had the herb bread with olives, risotto, and pavlova. Focusing on just one vineyard was a delightful way to spend the afternoon without trying to do all the vineyards.

what a view. the lunch was amazing and they paired the wine perfectly. wish we could have stayed…read morelonger

Tantalus Estate - Waiheke Island…read more Tantalus Winery is located on beautiful Waiheke Island, an easy and very pleasant 40-minute ferry ride from Auckland. Once on the island, you can hop on a hop-on/hop-off bus or take a local bus--both make getting around simple and stress-free. The estate itself is stunning. There's a winery, a restaurant, and a brewery, and we chose to sit outside to fully enjoy the vineyard views. The setting is peaceful, lush, and absolutely gorgeous--one of those places where you instantly want to slow down and take it all in. The food was excellent. I tried green-lipped mussels for the first time--smoked and marinated--and they were delicious. Even better, they were served without shells, which made them incredibly easy to eat. The kingfish appetizer was a standout: fresh, beautifully prepared, with a dollop of avocado and a coconut-style aioli that was truly special. A real "wow" dish. We also did a wine flight, which made the experience fun especially given the range of wines available. The only downside was the music--it was blaring a bit too loud. In such a serene, Zen-like environment, it competed with the natural beauty rather than enhancing it. This is a place where you just want to sit, sip, and absorb the surroundings. That said, Tantalus is absolutely worth the trip. Incredible setting, memorable food, and a wonderful way to experience Waiheke Island.

Wonderful views, friendly, but slow service, and delicious cuisine. It took over two hours to make…read moreit through a three course fixed price lunch. And no, it was not crowded. The lunch itself was very good. Highly recommend the lamb rump roast.

One of my absolute favorite wineries to visit in New Zealand-it never disappoints! They are…read morecurrently expanding, and I can't wait to see the finished look once construction is complete. The service is always immaculate, and the views are simply breathtaking no matter where you sit. It's the perfect place to relax, sip, and take in the beauty of Waiheke Island. A must-visit spot when you're on the island!

So Sad Steve White doesn't own this place anymore... We arrived with a party of 8. Automatically…read moresat us on the patio with a patio menu... We wanted Lunch. So, we followed the sign to the restaurant which leads us back around to the host stand. We asked to order stuff from the restaurant and we couldn't. We HAD to sit inside the hot-box restaurant. I'll give it to the host who warned us that it was hot... Why not leave us on the patio and give us the restaurant menu which was 10 feet away.... I Don't Get It... I hope they fix that Greenhouse restaurant. That Window Roof will cook you during the summer months. This table was in the middle where we sat... The tables by the railing had breeze. we could see people's hair blowing around while we baked in the sun in the middle. The tables in the back were in the shade, (which were open. A Chinese family were sat by the railing and they ask to move to those tables and did move to the tables in the back shaded tables).. I really feel like that french guy, (host), sabotaged us with that horrible table. this place is losing its touch... im sad... I really like this place...

We came here as part of a wine tour. Honestly for me the wines here were my favorite out of all the…read morewineries we visited that day. I love how they paired each wine with a small bite. I absolutely loved the chardonnay, rose, and pure merlot that they sampled for us. Our group loved it so much we all purchased at least one bottle from here. :3

Perfect pairings!! Very friendly and good wine. They also share their recipes!! I would return…read morehere again.

My wife and I celebrated our eighth wedding anniversary by…read morecatching the Sea Link car ferry from Half Moon Bay Marina to Waiheke. I had never thought of Waiheke as a weekend break let alone holiday destination. We stayed at the Cross Trees Chalet, conveniently located in the property adjacent to the Te Whau Estate. After two weeks of windy, rainy and cold weather, we were blessed to have clear, still weather on this jaunt. Arriving at Te Whau, we were stunned at the view. The restaurant is located atop a hill, and looks down at its vineyard. Across the small inlet, one can see the Kennedy Point Ferry terminal. And what a marvellous view made all the more spectacular by the fading azure blue skies and the sun painting the skyline above Auckland City a burnished gold. Just spectacular. We started with the entree of Seared Kingfish and my wife had scallops. I can't really say much other than superb. For my main, I had Gnocchi wrapped in aubergine while my wife had the lamb. Again, both dishes were just superb. For dessert, I had a cheddar cheese with a glass of Semillon. My wife had the sticky date pudding. The only thing I would have done differently would have been to get the cheese platter because I just wanted more. The sticky date pudding was the best I have ever eaten in the world. The flat white (coffee) she had with it was the best flat white she'd ever had. And she can drink coffee! ;-) This has been the best dining experience I have had in a long time. The service was great. Tony and Moira have really set the bar high with their care and attention to detail. It's easy to see why they have done very well with awards over the years. But don't take my word for it, try it yourself. You won't be disappointed.

Absolutely stunning view of Auckland and Waiheke Island, with a fantastic restaurant and tasting…read moreroom. The quality of the food and wine is easily matched with amazing service. I arrived at 2.50pm for lunch, which ends at 3pm. They were more than willing to accommodate my needs, and served me a fantastic lunch of pork and pistachio terrine (see photo). I will be back next time I'm in Auckland!