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NEST

4.7(1,440)
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A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.5 ★ (552)
TripAdvisor 4.8 ★ (888)

Nest is a casual fine dining restaurant infused with the warmth of Central Otago hospitality, showcasing dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients.

dairy-free gluten-free vegetarian

What to Order

Bluff OctopusBraised Wagyu Short Rib DonutCitrus Cured Mount Cook SalmonFiordland Red Deer LoinMiso Glazed EggplantWhipped Ricotta Cheesecake

Menu Highlights

Three Course Menu

$115

Choice of any entrée, main, dessert

Degustation Menu

$149

Amuse bouche, appetiser, starter and palate cleanser & your choice of any entrée, main, dessert

Lumina Lamb Loin

Glazed lamb belly | kale salsa verde | curried parsnip | horseradish yoghurt

Market Fish

Cloudy bay diamond clam & capers salsa | courgette & basil puree | clam cream sauce

Butternut Squash Mousse

Spiced olive oil sponge | pear & raisin puree | sage ice cream | pumpkin seed streusel

Spiced Roasted Nuts

$12

New Zealand Cheese Selection

$35

Central Otago honeycomb | Brioche | Sesame lavosh | Candied walnuts | chutney

Charcuterie Selection

$45

New Zealand cheese | Premium cold cuts | Turkish bread | Pickles | Chutney

What People Say

"The food was outstanding, every dish was delicious and very well executed."

Reviewers consistently praise the outstanding food and beautiful setting, making it a great choice for special occasions.

The Vibe

beautiful setting great atmosphere romantic atmosphere refined but approachable calm child-friendly couples families tourists special occasions

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Last reviewed April 2026 · Suggest an edit

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