Set amongst Bushmere Estate Vineyard on Main Road in Makaraka, The Vines Restaurant holds a 4.4 rating from 16 reviews for its scenic vineyard setting, warm atmosphere, and generous food.
The kitchen focuses on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients across indoor dining and patio seating overlooking the vines, accompanied by estate wine tastings and pairings. Offerings include lunch service Wednesday through Sunday, dedicated Thursday evening dinners, private events, cottage accommodation, and local van tours. Dining directly on a vineyard estate is as much about pacing as the meal itself, where matching plates to local varietals rewards unhurried visits.
It makes a peaceful dining stop roughly ten minutes from central Gisborne.