Rothko Restaurant

We came here after touring the Sculptureum based on the recommendation of the staff at the Sculptureum and hearing they’d just received their first hat and this was easily one of the best meals we’ve ever had! The service, attention to detail, care, and amazing flavors were just amazing. The option on the menu to “Just feed me” is a great way to take the pressure off and let the staff and chef provide a meal that every guest can enjoy. The chef came out to talk and explain each dish and we watched him do this for each table. This kind of connection and his care and sharing his skill set this dining experience as a life-long high point. The octopus was the most tender and flavorful ever. The flatbread had an almost creamy texture all by itself and just lovely flavor even before spreading the non-dairy butter substitute provided for one of our diners due to allergies, and the spread was wonderful as well. We’re still talking about this lunch experience a week later. Thank you to the owners, the chef, and the great staff!

Food was great although the menu limited for kids. They had chicken nuggets and fries. Everyone in party was happy. The sculpture garden inside and outside was a treat and worth visiting. Would go back and owners were super nice.

Went for the Rothko x Serai collaboration, excited to explore the concept and food. The dishes were well-prepared and flavorful, but overall the event felt a bit exclusive. Unfortunately, the main courses weren’t introduced or explained. The tables behind and beside us were asked if someone had explained their mains, but we were left unattended, so we ended up guessing what we were eating—which took away from the overall experience. A great concept with a lot of potential, but it could definitely benefit from more attention to the guest experience.

Food master piece - such a tastefully put together menu. We had the chefs choice for two and were served 8 delicious courses. The quality was incredible, it’s awesome to have a place like this in the region. The service was top notch, with knowledgeable staff on both the food and the wine list and had a cozy feel with the fire burning. Thanks Rothko team for a great evening.

Absolutely amazing food, very creative and you can tell the ingredients are high quality. The snacks were divine, highly recommend ordering some of those and the team catered extremely well to my wife being vegetarian and gluten free. We will be back ASAP.

This is a perfect respite between touring the outdoor sculpture garden and the indoor gallery. A lovely, peaceful place where amazing creations are served! We decided on the chef’s surprise and we were surprised by each and every dish that was brought to our table. Each one was beautifully prepared, a delight to see and amazing to taste.

I went to the new Rothko concept for lunch and it was amazing. The bento style boxes are full on elegant flavourful elements that made the meal a bit more of an experience. The quality of all the ingredients was high. Nice wine and dessert too. The portion was good for lunch. Lovely setting and good service

A foodies delight, from the perfectly rendered lamb ribs to the pickles and fermented veges, to the saffron ghee rice still toasting in the hot pot when it arrived to the table. Don't be hesitant to let this chef take you on his set menu journey, a story you will tell for years to come. Well worth a return visit, or two, or three!

Located in a low key setting amongst the gardens, the restaurant is a real gem. The service is knowledgeable, attentive and professional. The real highlight are the flavors in the food. All of the lunches are served as gourmet bento boxes, with a choice of meat, fish or vegetarian for $55. There were a few other options for smaller plates if you just wanted a snack, and they put together a kids portion of a chicken meatball and rice but otherwise no kid options. But back to the highlight, the flavors are awesome and each bite is a taste explosion. The silky tofu with an aged onion garnish/sauce was the biggest surprise. The short rib beef was probably the tastiest along with the tuna. Great spot if you are visiting the sculptureum or looking for a really lovely meal in a non pretentious setting.

During our visit to the Sculptureum, we noticed this very hip and busy restaurant. After seeing the gallery and gardens, we decided to pop in for some wine and light dining. When we arrived, the restaurant was fully booked so our only option was to sit outside at a shaded picnic table where we could order wine and small bites. I ordered the Laurent-Perrier Champagne and my better half ordered the Mahi Chardonnay from the Marlborough region. He said the Chardonnay was fantastic. For small bites, we indulged and had the Mahurangi oysters (natural) with a shallot mignonette. They were absolutely outstanding! I believe these were the best oysters I have ever had. We also ordered the shoestring potatoes with truffle oil and parmesan. The staff were all attentive and welcoming. It was a great experience. Next time we will make a reservation so we can dine in the restaurant and have a greater selection of food options.