Scratch-made dishes strongly influenced by Middle Eastern cooking and an enthusiasm for fried chicken define this relaxed Martinborough day spot. Founded by Lucy Mutch and Daniel Dew, the kitchen shapes its daytime menus around seasonal local produce, making everything on site from base ingredients rather than taking shortcuts. That seasonal rotation feeds into brunch and lunch services, alongside coffee and a thoughtful wine list curated by Dew, drawing together local Wairarapa bottles and international labels. Set menus feature for groups, with four-course options priced at \$79 per person (as at 2026), and the fully licensed room can be booked exclusively for private evening gatherings or paired with offsite catering for a dozen people or more.
Set right on Memorial Square, it is one of six restaurants within a kilometre, sharing the immediate block with spots like Cool Change Bar & Eatery and Karahui Wine Bar. Opening for brunch and lunch six days a week, it suits both casual midday drop-ins and planned group celebrations looking for generous, spice-laden plates in town.