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Dining at
Craggy Range
Two distinct, yet deeply connected dining experiences, each celebrating the vibrant bounty of Hawke's Bay. Both spaces are united by a sense of warmth, exceptional hospitality, and a true taste of the region.
Our flagship restaurant offers a refined yet relaxed dining experience, celebrating the very best of the wider Hawke’s Bay region.
Led by Executive Chef Casey McDonald, the regionally inspired menu highlights the incredible produce of our region, perfectly paired with Craggy Range wines.
Recipient of Three Hats, named Winery Restaurant of the Year and also Chef of the Year at the Cuisine Good Food Awards 2025.
The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, bookings are highly recommended.
Enjoy spectacular views of Te Mata Peak, with our outdoor terrace reserved exclusively for guests dining with us - a perfect spot for a pre- or post-meal drink.
Our menu is complemented by a curated wine list featuring Craggy Range wines from current and past vintages, locally brewed beers, and seasonal cocktails.
If you are marking a special occasion, explore how you can elevate your experience here.
Take in the breathtaking views and dine al fresco on The Terrace — now open for bookings.
Seasonal Menus
Locals Lunch
Monday - Thursday | $69To celebrate our beautiful region, we are offering a seasonal menu featuring Casey's famous potato focaccia bread, a choice of main course, and dessert to finish.
Lunch from 12pm
The Loft at Craggy Range
An experience that feels less like dining out, and more like being let in. Tucked away upstairs, The Loft is an intimate and luxuriously appointed space offering a unique dining experience that is comfortingly familiar, but still worth dressing up for.
As the weather cools, The Loft at Craggy Range becomes one of Hawke’s Bay’s most inviting places to settle in for the evening.
Throughout April, guests joining us on Friday and Saturday nights can choose between our celebrated Shared Menu, or for something truly special - our Signature Table menu, an experience designed for those looking to linger a little longer.
For the month of April, the Signature Table takes on a playful fireside character, drawing inspiration from alpine nostalgia and the comforts of cooler evenings. Guests are welcomed with warming cocktails and garden crudités, harvested at their peak and served with molten cheese fondue, a luxurious nod to the season.
The five course menu brings together local seafood with rich, warming sauces, thoughtfully sourced meats, vibrant autumn produce and decadent desserts. Designed to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace, it is an experience that invites guests to linger as the evenings grow cooler.
The Loft space will also welcome larger groups for shared lunches, and is available for private dining experiences for up to 36 guests, please enquire: guest.experience@craggyrange.com.
Executive Chef
Casey McDonald
At Craggy Range, Executive Chef Casey McDonald, has created a dining experience that reflects his passion for celebrating the region’s incredible produce and the families who grow it. His distinctive style combines warm, genuine hospitality with a commitment to showcasing the abundance of Hawke’s Bay.
Under his leadership, Craggy Range Restaurant has earned numerous accolades, including Three Hats, the title of Chef of the Year 2025, and New Zealand Winery Restaurant of the Year in the Cuisine Good Food Awards.
Casey’s career spans renowned kitchens across New Zealand and globally, including working alongside Rex Morgan in Wellington, Gary Danko in San Francisco, and Phil Howard at the two Michelin-starred The Square in London. In Melbourne, he led Andrew McConnell’s acclaimed restaurants -Supernormal, Cumulus Inc, and Cutler & Co. - the latter awarded Gourmet Traveller’s ‘Best in Australia’.
Our organic and biodynamic garden serves as the foundation for our seasonal menus, ensuring that our talented kitchen team, has access to an exceptional variety of fresh produce.
Mary's
Learn MoreOur sister restaurant, Mary’s, is named in honour of Mary Peabody.
Located in the heart of Havelock North, Mary’s offers a relaxed and vibrant neighbourhood dining experience, with a menu that celebrates local, seasonal ingredients. Enjoy everything from light bites and oysters, to comforting classics, served with warm, genuine hospitality.
The curated drinks list features our favourite Craggy Range wines, alongside local craft beers and cocktails.
Mary’s also offers local delivery through Uber Eats.
