“Every detail felt considered.”
From the personalised menu to the perfectly paced courses, our anniversary dinner felt quietly luxurious. The team remembered our favourite wine from a previous visit and had it waiting at the table.
The Essence of Elegant Dining
Discover the ambience of our New Zealand restaurant, where warm lighting, exquisite table settings, and attentive service set the stage for every visit. Each room is designed to feel intimate yet expansive, with rich textures, deep hues, and soft brass highlights that invite you to settle in and stay awhile.
From the moment you arrive, our team carefully choreographs every detail — from background music and table spacing to temperature and lighting — so conversations flow easily and every plate is served at the perfect moment.
Our Culinary Philosophy
At Tablee And Grill, our kitchen celebrates the richness of New Zealand produce, seasonality, and creativity. We partner with trusted growers, fisheries, and artisans to source ingredients that are as honest as they are expressive, allowing each dish to reflect the region from which it came.
Traditional techniques are paired with bold, modern flavours: slow-braised meats glazed with native botanicals, line-caught seafood finished over charcoal, and garden vegetables prepared with precise, minimalist detail. Every plate is designed to feel both comforting and quietly surprising.
Our culinary team crafts a menu that evolves with the seasons, ensuring returning guests discover something new while still finding their favourite signatures. The result is an unforgettable gourmet journey that unfolds course by course.
Artistry on every plate
Experience beautifully plated dishes that reflect the artistry and passion of our culinary team. From delicate starters to thoughtfully layered desserts, each course is crafted to elevate your evening.
Our signatures honour classic flavour pairings while introducing subtle, contemporary twists that stay with you long after the final course.
Meet the Chef
Our head chef leads the kitchen with a philosophy that balances precision, warmth, and a deep respect for New Zealand's culinary landscape. Having trained in celebrated dining rooms across Europe and Australasia, the chef brings a global perspective that honours local ingredients.
Inspired by coastal markets, alpine valleys, and the vibrant producers who define them, each menu is composed like a story — beginning with bright, textural bites and building towards rich, layered mains and quietly indulgent desserts.
Above all, our chef is committed to delivering the pinnacle of hospitality through every plate: dishes that are beautifully composed, technically refined, and always anchored by genuine generosity.
Wine & Cocktail Selection
Our sommeliers and bar team curate an ever-evolving list of award-winning New Zealand wines and thoughtfully composed cocktails. Each pairing is selected to complement the menu's flavours and textures, enhancing your dining experience without overwhelming the plate.
From single-vineyard Pinot Noir and structured Chardonnay to low-intervention favourites and rare cellar finds, our list offers something distinctive for every palate.
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Exclusive Poker Evenings
Our reservation-only poker evenings are designed as intimate, in-person social experiences that complement our fine dining. Hosted in a private lounge, these gatherings pair elegantly set poker tables with curated menus, premium beverages, and attentive table service.
Games are strictly recreational and hosted live on-site — no online play, no digital tables, and no real-money gambling services. Instead, guests enjoy the camaraderie, conversation, and relaxed competition that naturally unfolds over the course of the evening.
Whether you're joining us after a multi-course dinner or planning a private poker night for your group, our team ensures the atmosphere remains sophisticated, welcoming, and centred on exceptional hospitality.
Private Dining Experiences
Host intimate celebrations, corporate gatherings, or family milestones in private spaces tailored for comfort and luxury. Each room can be customised with dedicated menus, paired wines, and discreet service, ensuring your event feels both personal and effortless.
For business dinners, anniversaries, birthdays, or a refined poker night among friends, our events team will assist with every detail from arrival timings to dessert pairings.
Private Dining Rooms
Elegant dining rooms accommodate small to medium-sized groups, with curated lighting, bespoke table settings, and optional chef's table experiences for a more immersive evening.
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Plan strategy dinners, client hosting, or team celebrations in a setting designed for clear conversation and confident hosting, supported by a dedicated events coordinator.
View corporate optionsExquisite Service, Every Night
Our dedicated team delivers service that is attentive yet discreet, anticipating needs without interrupting the natural rhythm of your evening. From the first welcome to the final farewell, we aim to make every guest feel like an honoured regular in our home.
Thoughtful Pacing
Service is carefully timed around the flow of conversation, ensuring dishes arrive when you're ready, not rushed or delayed.
Personal Guidance
Our team is on hand to guide you through the menu, offer pairing suggestions, and accommodate preferences or dietary needs with ease.
Seamless Evenings
From pre-arranged celebrations to last-minute plans, we coordinate behind the scenes so you can relax fully into the moment.
Customer Testimonials
Hear firsthand experiences from guests who have savoured memorable evenings at Tablee And Grill, whether celebrating a special event or joining a refined poker night.
Read more guest stories“A social evening, not a casino.”
We booked a private poker evening after dinner and it was exactly what we hoped for: relaxed, well-hosted, and purely social. The focus stayed on conversation, great food, and beautiful drinks.
“Effortless client entertainment.”
Tablee And Grill became our go-to for hosting clients. The private room, tailored menu, and calm service made it easy to focus on building relationships while our guests enjoyed a truly special evening.
Reserve Your Table
Secure your next fine dining or poker evening experience with our responsive reservation system. Whether you are planning a quiet dinner for two, a celebratory gathering, or an exclusive poker night, our team will confirm the details and tailor the evening to your preferences.
- Fine dining reservations for couples, families, and small groups
- Private dining and corporate function bookings
- Reservation-only, in-person poker evenings in our private lounge