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Highwater Eatery

4.5(492)

About this score

A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.6 ★ (426)

TripAdvisor 4.3 ★ (66)

Highwater Eatery on Cuba Street, Wellington, is a restaurant and wine bar serving acclaimed modern New Zealand cuisine. Enjoy seasonal menus, local produce, and fresh oysters.

gluten-free vegan vegetarian

What to Order

Cold apple crumbleHighwater Organic Vege bowlHouse made Poaka Nduja spaghettiPersian spiced lamb shoulderSzechuan beef tartarecharcoal-grilled floundercheesy garlic breadflounderfresh fish crudofriesgrilled whole fishhalf lamb shoulder

Menu Highlights

Babaganoush

$24

Poached eggs, soft herbs, walnuts, crisp onions, pomegranate, brown butter, toast

Oysters

Natural / Pickled ginger, horseradish / Roasted with our miso butter

Organic Korean fried Chicken sandwich

$23

Gochujang, kewpie, pickled vegetables, milk bun

Hand cut Agria fries

$16

Parmesan, chives, truffle oil, house ranch

Chocolate mousse

$17

Chocolate ice cream, passionfruit caramel

What People Say

"A great spot for seafood lovers or anyone looking for a quality shared dinner."

Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional flavours and attentive service, making it a great choice for special occasions.

"Superb; the charcoal-grilled flounder was a highlight, but it was all delicious. A great wine by the glass selection featuring both local and European classics and curiosities. Service was warm, informed and obliging."

The Vibe

relaxed refined calm cosy warm dim lighting seafood lovers special occasions couples

Awards

Regarded as one of Wellington's best restaurants for brunch, lunch, and dinner

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Last reviewed April 2026 · Suggest an edit

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