A European inspired Bistro where everything is made in house with love and passion and garnished with spectacular Coastal views.
Photos by Abi hackling & jaap loevendie
The Bistro has a number of captivating features which we can offer to you for your dining.
As you enter our Foyer you will experiance our breath taking views of the ocean through our ceiling high windows and directly behind facing inland we have clear views of the stunning Mt Taranaki.
The restaurant offers a selection of framed views from Oakura to the Sugar Loaf Islands; then moving out onto the spacious deck enjoy outstanding panoramic views from Cape Egmont to New Plymouth.
Okurukuru We have extensive grounds for wandering before, during or after your dining experience, look around and you will see a totally different view unfold every 20 steps or so. However please do not walk through our vines as these are fragile and vital for your next bottle of wine!
We also cater for families and children with a large flat lawn to run around on and some play equipment for the younger members.
Phone: (06) 7510787
Location
738 Surf Highway 45
New Plymouth 4374
New Zealand
CLOSED PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
Hours
Thursday to Sunday 11:30-2pm & 5:30- late
LARGE BOOKINGS (15+) PLEASE CONTACT US please email bistro@bistro.net.nz
FOR FUNCTIONS PLEASE EMAIL: Bistro@bistro.net.nzCakeage fees applies
$30.00 per cake
Last Updated: 02-04-2026 | (DD-MM-YYYY)
Some of our items from the past till now
(May not be on the menu)
Beef Cheek
Gluten Free
Our Coastal Folk Tender Beef Cheek, with Anna Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Red Wine Jus,
“One of most popular items, perfect with a red wine.”
Panfried Gurnard
Gluten Free
With Seafood Risotto Cakes, Seasonal Roasted Vegetables and heaps of Lemon Butter, locally sourced from Taranaki’s waters.
Free Range Pork Belly
Gluten Free
Our absolute classic, Free Range Pork Belly w/ Red Cabbage, Apple Chutney and Mash Potatoes. Served with Red Wine Jus.
”Our most classic dish, 11 years on the menu and still one of our all-time favourites!”
Tuna Tatar
Gluten Free
Fresh Yellowfin Tuna Tatar, served with Petite Salads and Japanese Wakame.
Seafood Risotto
Lunch only, Our Seafood Risotto with Mussels, Prawns and Market Fish, Topped with Parmesan.
Beetroot Croquettes
Vegetarian
Our homemade Beetroot and Goat Cheese Croquettes, Served with Spiced Maple Syrup and during Lunch our Petite Salads.
*Only three croquettes and salad at lunch.
Roasted and Smoked Vegetable Stack
Vegan, Vegetarian, also Dairy and Gluten Free.
Our Roasted Vegetable stack is served with two Smoked Tomatoes, Red Pepper Relish w/ Herbed Pesto, Two Potato Rosti and of course Roasted Seasonal Vegetables..
Weddings at The Vineyard Bistro
Firstly we would like to congratulate you on your Engagement, and being one of the lucky couples to have found true love. We would love to help with your first step in becoming a married couple; we’d also like to thank you for considering us as the venue for your special day.
Please email us for a copy of our wedding package, they are designed to make your wedding day memorable and to incorporate all that you and your guests desire. We endeavour to be as flexible as possible, so should you have any special requests, please let us know and we will be happy to make any dream become your reality. With your choice of several beautiful ceremony options within our picturesque gardens and stunning secluded location, we know that your wedding at our Bistro will be the most memorable day of your lives.
Why have your wedding here?
We won the prestigious Taranaki Wedding Awards for Best Venue in 2018 & 2022
We have the most stunning Coastal scenery for your Ceremony and Photos
We are an all inclusive venue meaning we provide all Tables, Chairs, Linen, Cutlery
We have a dedicated wedding advisor to help plan your day and offer recommendation of our most trusted vendors.
Walk in, Get Married have a fantastic time and we do the rest You don’t need to worry about anything, we got it covered
Location:
Okurukuru is easily located at 738 Surf Highway 45, Omata.
Okurukuru’s stunning location is only 15 minutes south of New Plymouth
– just off the main highway between New Plymouth and Oakura.
If you have any questions at any stage, please email - weddings@bistro.net.nz or call us on +64 6 751 0787.
Our Wedding packages
for you and your future guests
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Our $99.00 per person wedding package.
The absolute best for your wedding day!
Includes:
- Four Canapés of your choice
Then for Entrée
- Your Individual Antipasto Selection with eight different selectionsFor Mains, (Table Sharing)
- Two meats of your choice served with
Seasonal Salads, Roasted Garden Vegetables and Roasted Gourmet Potatoes.
Then to finish,
Your Chosen Assiette of Desserts
With six different decadent desserts to pick from.
We cover most dietaries as well, feel free to ask.
Interested?
Call us on 06 751 0787 or
Email Bistro@bistro.net.nz
We will love to give you a tour around the grounds and
explain everything in depth that we will offer both of you for your most special day. -
Our $75.00 per person wedding package.
Perfect for your wedding day!
Includes:
- Four Canapés of your choice
Then for Entrée
- Selection of home baked breads
Served with Sun-dried Tomato Pesto and ButterFor Mains, (Table Sharing)
- Chicken Breast and Beef Cheek served with
Seasonal Salads, Roasted Garden Vegetables and Roasted Gourmet Potatoes.
Then to finish,
Your Wedding Cake
With our Berry Compote and Chantilly Cream.
We cover most dietaries as well, feel free to ask.
Interested?
Call us on 06 751 0787 or
Email Bistro@bistro.net.nz
We will love to give you a tour around the grounds and
explain in depth everything we have to offer you for your special day. -
If you are looking for a stunning location to get married and spend the day with family and friends try out our ceremony package!
Includes:
Exclusive use of our grounds, deck and foyer
from 2:00pm till 5:00pm.
Should the weather be uncooperative, our main foyer offers a beautiful indoor alternative, featuring stunning views of the ocean and Taranaki Maunga.
- Wet Weather Alternative -
- 34 Chairs set up traditional style -
- Your preferred ceremony location -
- Use of Okurukuru grounds for photos -- Use of our on-site Helipad -
- Signing Table for your documents -- Fully Serviced Bar till 5:00pm -
- Bar with either Open-Tab option or Cash-Bar-
Minimum of 40 Guests
Exclusive use for $4000.00
Interested?
Call us on 06 751 0787 or
Email Bistro@bistro.net.nz
We will love to give you a tour around the grounds and
explain everything we have to offer you for your special evening with us.
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Please note: Window reservations are not guaranteed, earlier bookings may get priority.