NEST

October 3, 2025

We stayed at Kamana Lakehouse and had a dinner reservation at The Nest, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment we were seated, we were greeted with genuine warmth, and our waitresses Sarah and Harriet were an absolute delight. Both of them were attentive, kind, and welcoming, striking the perfect balance of professionalism and friendliness that made us feel so well taken care of. The food was outstanding – every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. We decided on the wine pairing, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions of the night. Each wine matched the dishes perfectly and really elevated the entire dining experience. And of course, having all of this with the breathtaking view of the lake made the evening unforgettable. It’s rare to find a place where the service, food, wine, and setting all come together so seamlessly, but The Nest truly delivered. A night we’ll always remember with gratitude to Sarah and Harriet for making it so special.

October 2, 2025

I forgot to review last June so here is my belated review!! We went for my partner and I’s anniversary, and were blown away. The setting is absolutely beautiful. We were sadly there after sunset so didn’t see what it is like during the day/sunset but definitely looks like it would be worth catering your booking time to this. We did the 3 course menu and were absolutely amazed by the food!! The flavours were inventive and truly luxurious. The drinks menu was great, and the service was wonderful. They brought us a lil anniversary dessert which made it so special for us. As you can tell, this was over a year ago and I still remember so many details. It was the perfect romantic place for an intimate dinner!! Thank you NEST. We have recommended to friends and intend to come back!

August 20, 2025

We visited NEST for a special anniversary dinner during our holiday in New Zealand. My partner had requested a window table when booking to surprise me, but upon arrival we were initially seated in the middle of the room, even though window tables were available. After asking, we were moved, but it slightly tinged the experience. On the bright side, our desserts had a special “Happy Anniversary” message, which was thoughtful—so the staff had clearly seen the note in our booking (makes you wonder!). Overall, the food was very tasty with lots of attention to detail. Portions were small-scale, but that was expected and perfectly fine given the quality. The atmosphere was pleasant, though not quite as grand as we had hoped.

September 21, 2025

We celebrated part of our honeymoon in Queenstown and chose the Degustation Menu at Nest Kitchen and Bar. It was an incredible experience from start to finish. Every course was beautifully presented and full of flavour, and the team made us feel so welcome throughout the evening. We paired the menu with the wine pairing, which was a perfect match and introduced us to some new favourites we’ll definitely be buying again. Nest made our honeymoon celebration truly special, and we couldn’t recommend it more highly.

October 12, 2025

We came for my brother’s 60th as a small, family group and could not have found a more perfect venue. The food was delectable, service outstanding and very patient and unhurried with my elderly parents ( also unusually good acoustics) . We did the wine pairing and thanks to the great sommelier, this was a highlight. Not to mention the views- so lovely even on a drizzly evening. Best night out and value for money in a decade!!