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    4.6 (103 reviews)
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    Bubbly with the sunset
    Rosie R.

    I've been to Mudbrick a couple of times before, but it was always raining and I couldn't fully enjoy the views or the beautiful grounds. This visit was completely different-the skies were clear, and the sunset views were absolutely out of this world. As the sun went down, the temperature dropped quite a bit. They do offer blankets, which is a nice touch, but I do wish they had outdoor heaters to make it even more comfortable. The staff were, as always, very welcoming and kind. This time we didn't dine--we just enjoyed cocktails and the breathtaking scenery. Definitely a place l'll be returning to again!

    First round...forgot on the next 2.
    Angela B.

    Beautiful setting and the wine tasting was surburb. Walked around upon first arrival to see the property and it was amazing. The views were unbeatable and of course with the sun shining made for a lovely wine tasting. They were quite busy so sat inside for part of the tasting as I couldn't find a place to stand outside and set down my glasses. Went with the premium tasting which had 6 different wines being poured two at a time. Hence why the table was needed. The wines were tasty and the lady who poured gave good background on the vintage as well as the differences. Was surprised I liked the Merlot as much seeing I typically don't drink red. Recommend stopping in and next time will try so if the food as it looked good.

    Sara G.

    Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant Mudbrick is a cottage dream. The scenery alone is worth the trip, but the food takes it to another level. I ordered the salad leaves and the crudo of the day, which happened to be tuna, one of my favorites. The freshness and flavors were absolutely delicious. We sat outside in their front courtyard with arguably the best view of the water and Auckland Skyline. What a wonderful lunch and the beginning of a great day.

    Inside the restaurant
    Steve S.

    We stayed at Mudbrick Vineyards in the Olive Cottage, and it was truly one of the most charming and memorable experiences we've ever had. The cottage sits right in the middle of an active vineyard, surrounded by wildlife, with stunning views stretching all the way to Auckland in the distance. At night, the stars were breathtaking--such a romantic setting. The restaurant and tasting room were phenomenal, easily among the highlights of our trip. Everyone we met was warm and welcoming, especially Lee, the operations manager, who went out of his way to help us when we first arrived. A few tips: bring a set of binoculars to take in the views, make sure to book dinner at the restaurant, and don't miss the continental breakfast they deliver between 4 and 6 PM--it was fantastic. Also, we purchased a couple bottles of wine from the tasting room to enjoy in the cottage.. Overall, Mudbrick delivers an unforgettable mix of fine dining, natural beauty, and cozy luxury. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a romantic getaway. Between stand here and Delamore Lodge for the last couple days, both are just beautiful experiences and the hospitality is up there with the best places we've ever stayed.

    Miranda N.

    Took one of the first ferries over to Waiheke island from downtown Auckland, and arrived at Mudbrick via the hop on hop off bus. Mudbrick is one of the first stops, and it set my expectations high. The grounds are beautiful with great views. Because I got there early, I had my choice of seating. I could see this area filling up quickly in the afternoons, so plan accordingly. I did the flagship tasting, which was $44 NZD. I don't know much about wines at all, but I enjoyed the red wine varietals over the white wine ones. The food sounded appetizing, but seemed to be on the more expensive end, so I opted to eat later. I wish this vineyard was my last stop, because I felt like the other ones didn't compare. I would definitely come back here if I'm lucky enough to find myself in New Zealand!

    Alexis Andrea N.

    Beautiful winery with scenic views of the water, all the way to Auckland CBD! There are lots of outdoor areas to enjoy the wine at lined with cobble stones, lavender and comfy bean bags. I did the flag ship tasting for $44. They give you 2 at a time to walk around with which is a perfect way to enjoy both the grounds and the wine. I went to the archive for lunch where I ordered the gazpacho and the bok choy plate. Both were fresh and delicious!

    Squid
    Mike T.

    Took a ferry ride over from Auckland and decided to try some local wine. Mudbrick is a beautiful property with amazing views of the city in the distance. Their wine are fantastic and we really enjoyed their Bordeaux style blends. We had a quick bite for lunch at the restaurant. They only had a limited menu for lunch but it was perfect because we weren't very hungry. The spicy squid was amazing. The fries and oysters were also delicious. Highly recommend visiting this place if you can.

    Salmon.
    Jasmine A.

    Our last stop of the day on Waiheke Island was Mudbrick for dinner. When on vacation, we like having at least one "fancy" (ie expensive) dinner, and we chose Mudbrick. We had reservations for 6:30pm at the bistro (the main restaurant was unavailable for whatever reason), and I have no idea what the difference is between the bistro and restaurant, but the bistro was lovely. The food was absolutely AMAZING. My sister and I both had salmon and my husband had lamb and we all LOVED our meals. In addition to our entrees, we also had several drinks each (wine/cocktails) and one dessert. When we received the bill, we were shocked: it was only just over $300NZ. Yes, $300 is a lot, but for the amount of food and drink we ordered, and the QUALITY, it really wasn't that bad. (In Vancouver, one below average entree and two drinks can easily run you $60 or more!) In addition to the very reasonable price (which was far less than we were expecting), you aren't even expected to tip! However, the service was EXCELLENT, so we did tip, although not the ridiculous 20% you're required to tip in North America (this tipping nonsense has really got to stop). So with tax and tip, we paid $331.80NZ for a FANTASTIC dinner, with several drinks, for three people, which came to $285CAD. Not bad at all. Dinner at Mudbrick was the best meal I had on our trip and I highly recommend them. [Yelp collections: NZ/Fiji 2023; New Zealand 2023]

    Ashley F.

    Mudbrick is absolutely gorgeous! You really can't beat the views from here and this vineyard is one of the most stunning I've been to on the island. The landscaping is lovely and the ambiance is exactly what you want from a Waiheke vineyard. My friends and I did the wine tasting which is delish and lots of fun. Everyone working at the cellar door was so knowledgeable and friendly, we had such nice conversations with everyone who served us. While I cannot speak on the food since we only had wine, I can say the menu has variety and looks great. The great thing about Mudbrick is also that there are a couple places to walk around admire the vineyard and the views. The gardens are simply gorgeous. Great place and a must visit on the island! :)

    First course of our 2 course menu paired with Sauvignon Blanc
    Cheryl S.

    When in Auckland, take a ferry ride to Waiheke Island for some wine tasting if you don't have Marlborough on your itinerary. Or maybe you do and want to add some more tasting experiences, then I recommend adding Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant to your list. This is one of the first places that my husband and I ventured to during our honeymoon. We were ambitious, or I shall admit, I was ambitious in thinking that we could walk there from the ferry terminal on a warm summer day. The walk was nice. We got to see the houses on Waiheke and got to soak in some of the local life on the way there. It wasn't a challenging walk with inclines or hazards which was appreciated, but, I didn't factor in the strength of the summer sun. As a result, we arrived at the vineyard and restaurant sweaty, which is not always a good luck for wining and dining, lol. Therefore, if you have a chance, I would recommend getting to and from here by taxi as I don't recall it being accessible by bus. However, once you arrive, you can relax like we did, settle in and be welcomed by the lovely scenery on a beautiful, clear day. After cleaning and cooling off, we went straight for the Sauvignon Blanc. New Zealand is known for their Sauvignon Blanc so we went straight for it. Note: at this restaurant, for lunch, we did not have the option to order a la carte. The meal came in courses either 2 or 3. We ordered the 2 course set to give ourselves some space for dinner. I believe I ordered the seared salmon which paired perfectly with my Sauvignon Blanc for the first course. I then ordered their Venison Loin which paired perfectly with their recommended glass of Syrah and my husband and I shared their garden greens for some vegetables to round off our meal. He ordered lamb for his course. We were both extremely pleased with our meal. It was worth the walk and an amazing introduction to Waiheke Island. Our glasses of wine paired perfectly with our entrees and the best part of our experience was the view. I highly encourage you to book an outdoor table if you know ahead of time that the weather will be great and the skies will be clear. It's definitely worth it. The service was also excellent and our waiter was both knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend coming to Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant on your visit to Waiheke Island. It's a great way to soak it all in :)

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    Tara O.

    Beautiful scenery, well decorated space with exceptional service. The food was stunning as well as thoughtful and delicious. Would recommend for a special occasion or to celebrate life!

    Andrea U.

    From bare land & a dream in early 1992 to the first plantings and opening the Mudbrick Cafe in 1995, the Jones' grew with sweat, mud bricks and soil to the Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant. Tastings at Mudbrick are led by cellar masters, and our self guided tours were an excellent way to explore the grounds, gardens and vines. We learned about their history, vineyards and award-winning wines. All of the wines we tasted were delicious . We didn't have a reservation so we were seated at the archive wine bar. We shared a charcuterie board, 2 cheeses. We enjoyed our Sauvignon Blanc and a Casira Moro madam rouge with plums, figs, cherry flavors, a potent tanin and a long finish. Everything was exceptional, service was friendly, knowledgeable & attentive. The view and grounds were truly memorable. This was a splurge for lunch.

    Lisa D.

    The view is stunning. We were a group of 5, we took the ferry over to Waiheke Island to go wine tasting and enjoy lunch. We didn't have a reservation, but it was no problem, we were still seated promptly. We had a stunning view. Our server was friendly, and happily repeated the daily specials 3 times. We were jet lagged- we had just flown in from sfo and had hit the ground running. We each started with a glass of wine while we decided. 1 friend ordered the lamb, 2 ordered the salmon, 2 ordered the ahi, I ordered the Jerusalem harvest. Thankfully a friend also asked for some fries for us to all share as well. Right after we had ordered the table next to us received their entrees- I wish I had ordered the ahi. My vegetables were bland and not very filling. Thankfully I had my friend's fries to munch on. My friends who ordered the salmon asked for it to be cooked medium- they said it still wasn't cooked enough for them. My friend who had the ahi said it was perfect- it did look perfect. The friend with the lamb said it was ok- but it was not the same lamb dish she had here the last time. It got more busy while we were here, and we weren't really checked back in on. We finally just asked for our check. When we asked to pay separately we were told they don't do that. My friend who had been here before said they let her do it last time. There was also an extra 15% surcharge on the bill for it being a holiday weekend that wasn't announced or printed on the menu. I don't think I would come back here again I didn't find the wine to be anything special. The food was bland, and left me hungry: The grounds were pretty. We enjoyed walking around and looking at the tea garden. There are other wineries on the island I like better.

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    Te Motu Vineyard

    Te Motu Vineyard

    4.8(22 reviews)
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    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.

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    Obsidian Vineyard

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    4.6(8 reviews)
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    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.

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    Tantalus Estate

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    4.6(16 reviews)
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    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.

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    The Bay

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    4.5(2 reviews)
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    A classy establishment in a prime location. I attended a wedding here and there's a great decked…read morearea outside and plenty of seating/dancefloor space inside with a completely windowed exterior facing the bay. Beautiful spot for a wedding, though it being windy did make it a bit hard to hear the ceremony and of course blows hairdos about. Although that was nothing compared to the disappointing performance by the celebrant! (Which is, of course, unrelated to the venue.) The interior of the building was elegantly laid out, as you would expect for a wedding, and the bar was available as well. The open plan area made it great for a seated meal but also made for a suitable dancing area. The bathroom facilities were also of a high standard.

    I've only been here for a wedding so I can't comment on what it's like day to day - but as an event…read morevenue it was pretty cool, I thought. The place itself isn't huge, but certainly big enough to hold a bunch of tables for dinner, and then a bunch of floor to be danced on later in the night. The bar was well stocked, and the staff behind it were happy to put up with our increasingly rowdy shenanigans as the night went on - though I don't know how much of this was because we were there for someone's special day, and how much was their natural pleasantness. Out the front is quite a nice deck opening out onto an expanse of lawn which is all very scenic, but because this is waterfront the wind can be a problem. Overall this place is pretty classy, though. Do the prices reflect this? Couldn't say, the wedding covered everything. Aww yeah.

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