Restaurants in Blenheim
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Bellafico
A mainstream, main-street eatery with a huge wine and beer list that makes great reading. The menu drifts from light afternoon fare into evening mains with an emphasis on local produce (shellfish, venison, rabbit, field-mushroom paté) cooked with Italian zest. Beware the easy-listening soundtrack, sometimes emanating from a human.
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Raupo
An airy, high-ceilinged timber-and-stone building alongside the Opawa River. During the day there’s a satisfying cafe menu (brekkies, burgers, mussels, lamb shanks) and sweet treats, seguing into slightly more sophisticated fare in the evenings. Sheltered outdoor seating, and soft-jazz grooves on the stereo.
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Café le Cupp
The best tearoom in town by a country mile. Ogle your way along the counter (egg sandwiches, mince savouries, luscious lamingtons, carrot cake) or get yourself a brekkie such as the full fry-up, French toast or muesli. Note the presence of the ginger gem… there is a God.
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Secret Garden
A leafy oasis in a somewhat dull townscape, this sophisticated restaurant and garden bar spoils its guests with bacon butties and local coffee for breakfast before pressing on towards wild-game pies, craft beer, single malts and cigars later on. Smart service.
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Living Room
Prominent corner café and deli, decorated in warm tones with artistic, Franco style. It's great for a peppy coffee, quality breakfast or quiche on the run.
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Wither Hills
Simple, well executed food in a stylish space. Pull up a beanbag on the Hockneyesque lawns and enjoy a platter or Café de Paris steak before climbing the ziggurat for impressive views across the Wairau.
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Wairau River
Mudbrick bistro with wide veranda and beautiful gardens with plenty of shade. Order a double-baked blue-cheese soufflé, or the sticky pork and peanut salad. Relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable.
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Herzog Winery
Refined dining in Herzog’s opulent dining room. Beautifully prepared food and a remarkable wine list. Less extravagant bistro lunches (noon-3pm) also available.
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