Courtyard on Margaret

About Courtyard on Margaret

Courtyard on Margaret is a welcoming restaurant and courtyard haven set in the seaside village of Raumati Beach on the Kapiti Coast. Designed as a snug, leafy retreat from everyday life, the venue pairs genuine hospitality with a relaxed coastal atmosphere, offering guests a comfortable spot to unwind over drinks, brunch, or an evening meal.

The kitchen crafts seasonal menus that put a modern spin on classic favourites, celebrating local Kapiti Coast and regional New Zealand suppliers. From hearty daytime fare like potato rosti benedict and berry waffles to evening plates of coastal salmon, porterhouse steak, and sharing platters, the offerings are thoughtfully curated. Complementing the dining is a dedicated drinks program highlighting New Zealand wines, local tap craft beers, and artisan spirits from regional distilleries.

Courtyard on Margaret: Relaxed Coastal Dining in Raumati Beach

Tucked into Margaret Road in Raumati Beach village, Courtyard on Margaret brings an inviting, community-minded dining space to the Kapiti Coast. Operating out of a homely indoor setting and an open courtyard garden, the venue has created an easygoing haven where locals and visitors gather to take a break from the rush of everyday life. With an emphasis on genuine hospitality and local produce, it balances neighbourhood warmth with thoughtful, modern bistro dining.

Modern Twists on Classic Dining

The kitchen crafts menus that rotate with the seasons, focusing on fresh ingredients sourced from local New Zealand growers and regional producers. Whether stopping by for an unhurried weekend brunch or catching up over dinner, the menu blends comfort with creative touches.

Brunch regulars gravitate towards dishes like the signature herb and potato rosti benedict topped with poached eggs and house-made hollandaise, or the vibrant romesco toast paired with smashed potatoes and feta. Those seeking a sweeter start opt for berry waffles topped with compote and chantilly cream. Come evening, the kitchen turns to hearty shared plates and mains, featuring standout options like tender garlic-and-honey glazed buttermilk fried chicken, fresh dumplings, and crisp lemon pepper calamari.

Substantial Plates and Coastal Flavours

Substantial plates reflect the coastal village setting. The Coastal Catch delivers pan-fried crispy skin salmon resting in a delicate creamy dill sauce alongside roasted potatoes and seasonal green vegetables. Meat lovers can choose the hearty double-patty beef burger with McClure's pickles, or the Village Steak—a prime cut of porterhouse served with baby carrots, sweet shallot, and a rich vermouth jus. Plant-forward diners are well catered to with inventive plates like 'From the Field', combining roasted kumara, smashed potatoes, cashew cream, and candied walnuts.

Desserts round out the meal on a comforting note, led by house-made sticky date pudding with toffee sauce, apple and berry crumbles, and classic affogatos poured with L'affare espresso.

Local Wines, Craft Beer, and Courtyard Sips

The beverage list pays serious homage to New Zealand winemaking and brewing. The taps pour popular draughts and regional craft styles, including selections from Tuatara and Monteith's, alongside crisp ciders and low-alcohol alternatives. The wine list showcases prominent terroirs across Marlborough, Martinborough, Gladstone, Hawkes Bay, and Central Otago. Even the back bar heroes homegrown spirits, featuring gins and vodkas distilled right on the Kapiti Coast by The Bond Store and Barlovska, alongside boutique makers from around the country.

Signature items

• Rosti Benedict
• Coastal Catch
• The Village Steak
• Garlic Glazed Chicken
• From the Field
• Sticky Date Pudding

Menu

Kids

• Mini Hot Dogs — Served with fries & tomato sauce
• Fish n Chips — Kids portion fish and fries with tomato sauce
• Popcorn Chicken — Popcorn chicken bites with fries & tomato sauce

Wine

• ME by Matahiwi Estate Blanc de Blanc — Sparkling wine from Gladstone
• Awatere River Methode Traditionelle NV — Sparkling wine from Marlborough
• The Uncommon Bubbly Rose — Sparkling rosé in a 250ml can from Marlborough
• Palliser Estate 'The Griffin' Sparkling — Sparkling wine from Martinborough
• ME by Matahiwi Estate Sauvignon Blanc — Gladstone
• Palliser Estate Sauvignon Blanc — Martinborough
• Opawa Pinot Gris — Marlborough
• Pencarrow Pinot Gris — Martinborough
• Terra Sancta 'Mysterious Diggings' Pinot Gris — Central Otago
• Ant Moore A+ Chardonnay — Marlborough
• Alpha Domus 'The Skybolt' Chardonnay — Hawkes Bay
• ME by Matahiwi Estate Rose — Gladstone
• Palliser Estate Rose — Martinborough
• Misha’s Vineyard 'The Soloist' Rose — Central Otago
• Sileni 'Cellar Selection' Pinot Noir — Hawkes Bay
• Bannockbrae 'Goldfields' Pinot Noir — Central Otago
• Alpha Domus Cabernet Merlot — Hawkes Bay
• Fromm Malbec — Marlborough
• Galway Pipe Grand 12YO Tawny Port — Fortified tawny port

Mains

• Maple Kumara Salad — Roasted kumara, red onion, feta, dried cranberries & toasted seeds on rocket with maple vinaigrette; optional buttermilk chicken
• Beef Burger — Double beef, double cheese, caramelised onion, McClure's pickles & mustard mayo with fries & garlic aioli
• The Village Steak — Beef porterhouse, roasted sweet shallot, grilled baby carrots, miso cashew cream & vermouth jus
• Creamy Chicken Pasta — Chicken, mushroom & red onion tossed in a tarragon cream sauce with shaved parmesan
• Coastal Catch — Pan fried crispy skin salmon in a creamy dill sauce with smashed potatoes & grilled green veg with mustard herb dressing
• From the Field — Roasted kumara, smashed potatoes on cashew cream, with beetroot relish, pickled red onion & candied walnut; optional buttermilk chicken
• Burger of the Month — Monthly rotating burger creation
• Steak n Chips — Steak of the day, Makikihi fries, slaw & jus
• Fish n Chips — Fish of the day, Makikihi fries, slaw, citrus & herb mayo

Brunch

• Rosti Benedict — Herb & potato rosti with poached eggs and house hollandaise; optional bacon
• Romesco Toast — House romesco, smashed potatoes, pickled red onion, feta, toasted seeds & maple; optional bacon, gluten-free bread, or egg
• Berry Waffles — Apple & berry compote, maple & chantilly cream; optional bacon
• Eggs on Toast — Eggs your way on ciabatta with butter; optional bacon or gluten-free bread

Desserts

• Churros — Served with caramel & chocolate sauce
• Sticky Date Pudding — Warm pudding with toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
• Berry Crumble — Poached apple & berry, walnut & oat crumble, served with vanilla ice cream
• Affogato — Vanilla ice cream with L'affare espresso; optional Baileys, Frangelico, or Kahlua

Beer & Cider

• Monteith’s Wayfarer Pilsner — On tap
• Export Ultra Low Carb — On tap
• Tuatara Hazy Pale Ale — On tap
• Tuatara Interstellar IPA — On tap
• Heineken 500ml — On tap
• Monteith’s Alcoholic Ginger Beer — Bottled 330ml
• Parrotdog Birdseye Hazy IPA — Can 330ml
• Tuatara Regenerate Hoppy Pilsner — Bottled 330ml
• Monteith’s Black — Bottled 330ml
• Sol Mexican Lager — Bottled 330ml
• Somersby Blackberry Cider — Bottled cider 330ml
• Monteith’s Crushed Apple Cider — Bottled cider 330ml
• Orchard Thieves Peach & Passionfruit — Bottled cider 330ml
• Heineken 0.0 — Non-alcoholic beer
• Parrotdog Watchdog IPA — Low alcohol (<0.5%)
• Garage Project Fugazi Dry Hopped IPA — Low alcohol (2.2%)
• Export Citrus — Low alcohol (2.0%)

Small Plates

• Makikihi Fries — Served with garlic aioli or tomato sauce
• Olives — Warmed green olives
• Dumplings — Black sesame & crispy shallots with soy sauce or house sweet & sour chilli oil; choice of pork & chive, chicken & cabbage, or mixed vege
• Lemon Pepper Calamari — Citrus & herb mayo, rocket & toasted seeds
• Mushroom Arancini — Beetroot mayo & shaved parmesan
• Garlic Glazed Chicken — Crispy garlic & honey glazed buttermilk fried chicken bites with pickled red onion, black & white sesame, and mustard mayo
• Breads | Dips — Beetroot relish, romesco & basil pesto with toasted ciabatta

Brunch Cocktails

• Mimosa — Orange juice and bubbles
• The Wakeup — Espresso, vodka, caramel syrup, and kahlua
• Pomegranate Spritz — Bubbles, pomegranate syrup, and soda

Frequently asked questions

Where is Courtyard on Margaret located?

Courtyard on Margaret is located at 9 Margaret Road in Raumati Beach village on the Kapiti Coast.

When is brunch served?

Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays until 2:00 pm.

Can I book a table online?

Yes, table reservations can be booked directly online via their NowBookIt booking system link on their website.

Does the menu accommodate dietary restrictions?

Yes, the menu clearly identifies gluten-free (GF), dairy-free (DF), vegetarian (V), and vegan (VG) options, as well as customizable dishes upon request.

Is there a children's menu available?

Yes, there is a dedicated kids' menu offering favourites like mini hot dogs, popcorn chicken, and fish and chips.

Are there non-alcoholic or low-alcohol drinks available?

Yes, they offer low and non-alcoholic options including Heineken 0.0, Parrotdog Watchdog IPA (<0.5%), Garage Project Fugazi (2.2%), and Export Citrus (2.0%).

Are phones and emails answered every day?

The phone and email inboxes are unmonitored on Mondays and Tuesdays while staff take their weekly rest days, but voicemail and messages can be left.

Tips

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• {"body":"Sample craft gins and vodkas distilled right on the Kapiti Coast, including local options from The Bond Store.","title":"Try the Local Spirits"}
• {"body":"Weekend brunch dishes like the rosti benedict and berry waffles finish daily at 2:00 pm before the kitchen switches to the afternoon menu.","title":"Weekend Brunch Cutoff"}
• {"body":"Plan your visit between Wednesday and Sunday, as the restaurant and communication lines are fully closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.","title":"Monday & Tuesday Closure"}

Good to know

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