Top Things to do in Hawke's Bay Region
What to do and see in Hawke's Bay Region, North Island: The Best Food & Drink
Discover the best top things to do in Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand including Brookfields Vineyards, Lime Rock Wines, Junction Wines, Askerne Vineyards, Alpha Domus Ltd., GodsOwn Brewery, AKARANGI, Zeffer Cider, Smith & Sheth, Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate.
Restaurants in Hawke's Bay Region
1. Brookfields Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By 829melvinl - Napier, New Zealand
Sharon is a great host, this is the absolutely best wine tasting experience I have had and probably will be for ever! Excellent wines to take home after to relive the experience!
2. Lime Rock Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By AnnAventuriere - Christchurch, New Zealand
Thank you Rosie and Roger for the fabulous tasting. The vertical of Gruner Veltliner 2019 vs 2020 was really interesting and you have a fabulous Cabernet Franc (should've grabbed more bottles). I definitely recommend to stop by this small vineyard in Central Hawkes Bay it's really worth it.
3. Junction Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By rowenab305 - Dannevirke, New Zealand
We had Jo and John come to the Dannevirke Service and Citizen’s Club to do a wine tasting. It was such a great afternoon with a fantastic knowledge couple and lots of beautiful wines
4. Askerne Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By Venture06753728273 - Hamilton, New Zealand
Omg what a beautiful venue. This was one of the 4 stops on our guided wine tour and we had a blast. Greeted and served by Laura, the founders daughter, we were treated with care and respect...and with a fantastic quick wit and easy banter! The lass is a natural! We heard of the wineries history, struggles and progress while we were offered a delicious platter for our group and with each wine tasting that followed we fell more in love with her. We may have tried to set her up with a single brother haha. The selection of gourmet picnic items available for purchase, as well as the wines, were delicious and Laura made our time there so much fun. We'll be sure to recommend you to all and will be back in the future :)
5. Alpha Domus Ltd.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By EN_holiday - Wellington, New Zealand
Alpha Domus cellar door offer wine tastings and insights into their range of wines. It is a lovely setting and a family run business, which creates a truely wonderful experience. The wines were all delicious. I highly recommend a stop here.
6. GodsOwn Brewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Fully licenced Brew Pub in beautiful country setting. We have a repurposed 1973 caravan bar and safari dining tent. Enjoy our seasonal beer range and wood fired pizzas in the hop garden. Family friendly, unique NZ experience.
Reviewed By theERtravelingnurse
Good beer tasting and a lovely setup. We unfortunately went on a rainy day so the outdoor seating was not as pleasant as if it had been sunnier but service and experience was still good despite weather. We both preferred the Garden of Eden Farmhouse ale best. We also split the Brezel (soft pretzel with olive oil and mustard) and Brew grain crackers and baked Camembert. The crackers and cheese was the BEST! They really use every bit of the grain used in brewing that they can and it is so tasty! Grounds are also kid friendly and we saw plenty of people bring theirs.
7. AKARANGI
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By GFoley83 - Wellington, New Zealand
A highlight during a recent trip to Hawke's Bay. Morton (owner) is a character and provides the exact type of experience you hope to get when visiting a cellar door by providing a history of the winery itself, the delicious wines on offer and answering ad-hoc questions with wit and humour.
8. Zeffer Cider
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Come visit the Zeffer Cider Taproom & Bar and try everything from our original Crisp Apple Cider to the cult class Apple Crumble Cider to limited seasonal releases. You can fill your own flagon, send cider home or simply enjoy a flight of cider in the sun overlooking our orchard. Help yourself to the delicious selection of deli foods in our fridge and larder to create a DIY picnic or platter.
Reviewed By mattsimeon008 - Tauranga, New Zealand
Sweet place for a cider and beer. Kids loved the funky non alcoholic drinks. Would recommend for a casual drink and catch up on the lawn
9. Smith & Sheth
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Village Cellar Door: An intimate space to enjoy a flight of Smith & Sheth CRU wines, located in the Courtyard, Village Exchange in Havelock North. Heretaunga Studio Experience an exclusive sensory wine journey through our craft. Wine Lounge: Crossing into the evening hours, the Smith & Sheth CRU Cellar Door turns into a cozy Wine Lounge.
Reviewed By 175jenniferw - Hamilton, New Zealand
A unique experience A wine tasting with a difference, audio visual event Sonja was amazing, incredibly knowledgeable A generous array of wines , Well worth a leisurely afternoon Our own personal sommelier Excellent wines enjoyed with great friends Highly recommend
10. Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By thiszfactor - Wellington, New Zealand
Bob guided us through his love for Tempranillo and we enjoyed his tales as much as the wine. Purchased couple of bottles and the GrandReserve is a keepsake. Olive oil was awesome. Friendly staff and had a lovely afternoon.
