featured on tvnz’s
lap of luxury
Welcome to Riverstone Kitchen, an exquisite culinary haven nestled in the heart of New Zealand's picturesque countryside. Featured on Season 3, Episode 3 of NZ's Lap of Luxury TV show, our restaurant epitomizes the essence of fine dining in a setting that truly embodies the epitome of countryside elegance.
Riverstone Kitchen truly represents fine dining in the countryside at its finest. We invite you to embark on a gastronomic journey where exceptional cuisine, breathtaking surroundings, food sourced from the gardens on-site and local producers, and warm hospitality come together to create an unforgettable experience. Join us and discover why our restaurant has become a renowned destination for those seeking the ultimate indulgence in New Zealand's Lap of Luxury.
Riverstone’s focus on local suppliers and its large production gardens has helped redefine seasonal dining in rural New Zealand, with owner and restauranter Bevan Smith’s food ethos reflected in the all-encompassing gardens that surround and define Riverstone Kitchen
Enjoy wandering the expansive vegetable production gardens & fruit trees which surround the restaurant, and indulge in a feast for the senses by enjoying our feasting menu with wines to match, overlooking the manicured gardens and remarkable Riverstone Castle across the lake from the restaurant.
DESIGN YOUR UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
Why not indulge in the ultimate Waitaki experience, by booking your stay at The Nest Tree Houses and then flying with McKenzie Helicopters through the picturesque Waitaki Valley to Riverstone Kitchen for lunch in the countryside setting?
Or, book your flight for an early evening and watch the sunset over the Riverstone Castle and Waitaki Mountain Range.