Tongariro River state is a boutique family-owned Vineyard and Restaurant situated in a unique location of exceptional natural beauty.
On the edge of New Zealand’s oldest National Park and World Heritage area the Tongariro National Park is recognized for it’s important Maori cultural association’s as well as its outstanding Volcanic features. Tongariro is one of only a handful of sites worldwide to be given dual World Heritage status.
Situated a short walk to the Tongariro River and some of the best fly-fishing in New Zealand if not the world makes Tongariro River Estate unique, indeed the much loved River Wine Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Rose are grown on the stony flats of the old Tongariro river bed and capture the essence of this truly beautiful area.
Some times it is a good idea to let our customers do the talking for us....
"......fabulous new restaurant nestled into the vineyard on one of our frequent visits to the Tongariro region. It has great food, ambience, casual setting on the deck overlooking the vineyard.”
"The coffee was excellent, Ponsonby standard!”
"Stunning setting with great cuisine, I hope they can keep this up."
"We went to the opening night of the River Wines Restaurant on Grace Road last night for dinner and it was the best meal and evening in memory locally.”
"This is a serious cuisine opportunity tucked into one of our favourite parts of the world.”
".....the Chef came out and asked us how the food was, great service, as good as anything you would find in Auckland”
"We were so impressed with brunch that we returned the following evening for dinner and were not disappointed.”
"River Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris were a pleasant surprise as they proved to be quality wines”
"The fish was cooked to perfection with contrasting and complimentary flavours; asparagus and lemon caper sauce.”
"The lamb shank was the best I have ever tasted. It was exquisitely tender and the subtle Moroccan flavours were well complemented by the falafel.”
"We thought River pinot noir 2005 a beautifully balanced wine”
".....the restaurant is fabulous and we look forward to many days of slouching on the deck in the sun quaffing River Wines”
".......the poached pear with chocolate was to die for!”
Don’t believe the feedback? Why don’t you come and see for yourself what all the fuss is about. From casual coffee and a chat with friends, to brunch and a glass of wine, or a romantic dinner with that special some one or the whole family you won’t be disappointed.
News & Events
06/12/2011
Vine Aid Christmas in the Vines 18th December 2011 2pm – 8pm, and Tongariro Taupo District Chicken Races read more..
05/12/2011
The River Restaurant Team lead by Executive Chef Troy Toms have created a culinary feast for you to enjoy as you relax with friends and loved ones this summer at River Restaurant, we have attached a copy of the menu so you can have a sneak peak!
read more..05/12/2011
We have a lot going on this Summer and December is going to be especially busy read more..
02/10/2011
Bring your trout (and your fishing license) in to us and we can do the rest of the hard work for you. Available for lunch, entree or dinner!
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