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Martinborough, New Zealand

Karahui Wine Bar & Restaurant

Dress CodeSmart Casual
ServiceUpscale Casual
NoiseConversational
CapacityMedium

The adventurous wine lover will embrace the sophisticated dinner menu to complement the well-selected wine and drinks list. Superb hospitality is offered in this lovely wine bar, housed in the former BNZ building on a prime corner of the town square. Starters include tuna ceviche, yuzu infused quinoa, and beet and kumara stack while mains include a tasty venison loin, Brussels sprouts, parsnip and parsnip and truffle purée.

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Address
karahui wine bar & eatery, Cambridge Road, Martinborough, Martinborough Community, South Wairarapa District, Wellington, 5711, New Zealand
Phone
06 216 8276
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Karahui Wine Bar & Restaurant restaurant in Martinborough, New Zealand
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The adventurous wine lover will embrace the sophisticated dinner menu to complement the well-selected wine and drinks list. Superb hospitality is offered in this lovely wine bar, housed in the former BNZ building on a prime corner of the town square. Starters include tuna ceviche, yuzu infused quinoa, and beet and kumara stack while mains include a tasty venison loin, Brussels sprouts, parsnip and parsnip and truffle purée.

Signature Dishes
Venison loin with parsnip and truffle puréeTuna ceviche with yuzu-infused quinoaBeet and kumara stack
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Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

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At a Glance
Vibe
  • Sophisticated
  • Rustic
  • Romantic
  • Intimate
  • Cozy
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Celebration
  • Special Occasion
  • Group Dining
  • Casual Hangout
Experience
  • Historic Building
  • Wine Cellar
  • Courtyard
  • Private Dining
Drink Program
  • Extensive Wine List
  • Sommelier Led
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
Views
  • Street Scene
Dress CodeSmart Casual
Noise LevelConversational
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingLeisurely

Classy yet relaxed atmosphere featuring pressed ceilings, native totara floors, exposed brick, and bespoke chandeliers by Crystal Chain Gang inside a historic 1909 bank building.