Modern casual dining. Seasonal food. SUSTAINABLE New Zealand produce.

Explore our menus & book your table.

Eat at Highwater

At Highwater, our food is guided by the seasons and the best local produce we can find. Almost everything is made from scratch in-house, with local, sustainable produce at the heart of what we do. Thoughtful technique and simple cooking allow the ingredients to shine, while our Spanish charcoal oven brings depth and flavour through fire.

Our menu showcases our stunning New Zealand produce, with flavour influences from around the world. Refined without being overly fussy, it’s flavoursome food made to be enjoyed and shared — and washed down with a glass of something nice.

Open for dinner Tuesday to Saturday, and brunch and lunch on Saturday, we offer à la carte and set menus suited to relaxed dinners or drinks, long lunches, pre-show dining, special occasions or simply everyday dining.

Groups & Celebrations

Groups are very welcome at Highwater. You can book directly online for up to 10 people. For groups, we recommend our Chefs Menu which is designed for sharing so the whole table can enjoy a relaxed and generous Highwater experience.

Celebrating something special, have a larger group, or a question about booking? Get in touch — we’re always happy to help. Email us at: info@highwatereatery.co.nz or call +64 4 210 4420

Our menus are below. Please note there may be variations on the day due to seasonality and availability of produce.

SET MENUS

Lunch Set Menu (Set Lunch Menu option for 2+)
Shared starters followed by an individual main and dessert. A relaxed shared lunch experience.

Set Menu Additions
Oysters +6.5 ea
Dessert option +10 per person
Wine pairing ~35 to ~70 per person

Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available, and most dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior notice.

Please make note of this when you book.

MAINS

 Babaganoush, poached eggs, soft herbs, walnuts, crisp onions,

pomegranate, brown butter, toast 24

Persian spiced lamb shoulder, fried egg, pickles, toum, herbs, flatbread 26

Gluten free, dairy free & nut free options available

EGGS ANY WAY

with our Sourdough toast & organic butter 15

+CHOOSE YOUR SIDES

Spinach, miso butter, sesame  7

Leek, cheddar croquette + gentleman’s relish  7

House-made Kurobuta bacon   10

OYSTERS

Oysters: Natural 6.5 / Yuzu kosho vinegar sorbet, braised seaweed +1 / Roasted with our miso butter +1

Wine Match available

SMALL - MEDIUM

House-made sourdough bread, organic butter (2pc) 8

Charcoal cooked sourdough flatbread, quattro formaggio cream, leek fondue, pickled chilli, sage 22

Organic crudités, whipped smoked Hapuka roe, sesame furikaki  19

Nori salt & pepper karaage, mussel emulsion, ginger pickled daikon 25

Burrata, pickled tamarillo, NZ walnut, Kin olive oil 25

Long line Snapper crudo, Mills bay mussel escabeche, smoked garlic aioli, chive  28

LARGE

Organic Korean fried Chicken sandwich, Gochujang, kewpie, pickled vegetables, milk bun 23

Highwater Organic Vege bowl 27

Fried cauliflower, almond whip, golden raisins / Puy lentils, leek, parsley, organic feta, lemon /Chickpea battered spinach, green mango yoghurt / Endive, pear, walnut

HOUSE-MADE SPAGHETTI:

House-made Poaka Nduja, heirloom tomato, Grana Padano   30

Mingiroa organic asparagus, broad bean, organic peas confit garlic crema, spring herbs, pecorino 30

SIDES

Hand cut Agria fries, parmesan, chives, truffle oil, house ranch 16

Endive, smoked feta, cherry, walnut, tarragon, cherry vinegar 16

DESSERT

Cold apple crumble 16

Meringue, white chocolate, raspberry 16

Chocolate mousse, chocolate ice cream, passionfruit caramel 17

CHEESE

Cheese: Single serve 80g 22 / All three   40g 30

Beaufort AOC Savoie
Epoisses, Bourgogne
Roquefort, Auvergne

All served with mother cracker / pear / honey / boysenberry jam, NZ Nuts

WINE MATCH AVAILABLE

OYSTERS

Oysters: Natural 6.5 / Yuzu kosho vinegar sorbet, braised seaweed +1 / Roasted with our miso butter +1

Wine Match available

SMALL - MEDIUM

House-made sourdough bread, organic butter (2pc) 8

Organic chicken liver parfait, mandarin vinegar jelly, gingerbread, endive (2 pc) 16

Charcoal cooked sourdough flatbread, quattro formaggio cream, leek fondue, pickled chilli, sage 22

Organic crudités, whipped smoked Hapuka roe, sesame furikaki  19

Nori salt & pepper karaage, mussel emulsion, ginger pickled daikon 25

Charcoal grilled lamb ribs, yuzu pickled pear, Szechuan honey (3pc) 24

Burrata, pickled tamarillo, NZ walnut, Kin olive oil 25

Long line Snapper crudo, Mills bay mussel escabeche, smoked garlic aioli, chive  28

‘Traditional’ Beef tartare, smoked beef fat toast, crisp onion, chive, parmesan 28

LARGE

Organic ricotta gnocchi, cavolo nero, spinach, walnut, taleggio, red cabbage 42

Moki, Cloudy bay clams, Mills Bay mussel, Cafe de Paris butter 54

Pure South Angus Bavette, roast bone reduction, charred onion crisp, tarragon emulsion 50

Advieh Te Mana lamb shoulder, sirkanjabin Half (for 2) 60 / Full (for 4) 120

SIDES

Fried Cauliflower, almond whip, green olives, capers, golden raisin, curry leaf 18

Endive, smoked feta, cherry, walnut, tarragon, cherry vinegar 17

Hand cut Agria fries, parmesan, chives, truffle oil, house ranch 16

DESSERT

Cold apple crumble 16

Meringue, white chocolate, raspberry 16

Chocolate mousse, chocolate ice cream, passionfruit caramel 17

CHEESE

Cheese: Single serve 80g 22 / All three 40g each 30

Beaufort AOC Savoie
Epoisses, Bourgogne
Roquefort, Auvergne

All served with mother cracker / pear / honey / blackberry jam, NZ Nuts

WINE MATCH AVAILABLE