Craggy Range Restaurant

Family-owned Craggy Range is situated mere moments from Havelock North, nestled between the Tukituki River and the majestic hillside of Te Mata Peak. It is home to not just a globally celebrated winery, but also a quality restaurant that was crowned ‘Winery Restaurant of the Year’ in the 2022 Cuisine Good Food Awards. 

Established back in 1998 by the Peabody family, the restaurant came about thanks to Mary and her daughter, Mary-Jeanne, who were both passionate about leaving a legacy for future generations. With this in mind, the mother-daughter duo cooked up an elaborate meal for husband/father, Terry Peabody, and over a glass of wine (or more!) persuaded him to invest in their restaurant dream. 

The team at Craggy Range Restaurant has spent years experimenting, changing and refining this dream, wanting to create an approachable space for people to enjoy wine and food, somewhere for them to keenly return to time and time again. To that end, Craggy Range Restaurant is relaxed, intimate, and always delivers on the plate. 

Fortunate to be located in what is widely regarded as the fruit bowl of Aotearoa New Zealand, the menu is regionally inspired and guided by the seasons. This is mostly thanks to the 800m² on-site kitchen garden, which is the source of many of the diverse herbs, fruits and vegetables gracing the menu. Growing and harvesting is a full-time job and the grounds staff and kitchen team collaborate closely, planning for the seasons ahead.       

This garden-to-table ethos is complemented by a roster of brilliant artisans a stone’s throw away from their backyard. Sustainably caught local fish, served lightly cured with bursts of uplifting citrus and herbs, is always a huge hit and continues to be a staple dish. Craggy Range Restaurant takes great pride in offering vegetarian or plant-based alternatives (with dedicated menus), truly celebrating the extensive yield of the Craggy Range kitchen garden. 

Let yourself be spoiled with a visit to Craggy Range Restaurant. Between the food and wine, the views and the warm hospitality, it’s sure to be an unforgettable experience.