RATA, Queenstown

Rātā pays homage to Southern New Zealand. A modern light-filled eatery tucked away in the centre of bustling Queenstown, surrounded by an urban forest of native trees with a backdrop of some of the regions oldest historic buildings. It is the essence of New Zealand. Rātā creates genuine dining experiences featuring well balanced and inspired New Zealand cuisine, coupled with generous service delivered by our skilful team. The menu is of New Zealand. The best we have to offer from diverse cultural traditions coupled with freshest quality produce and ingredients from the region which includes our commitment to sourcing organic ingredients and following sustainable practices. We also preserve,

PRICE RANGE

USD 16 - USD 30

Special Diets

Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Drinks

CUISINES

European, Healthy, New Zealand, Contemporary

FEATURES

Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service

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KathrynF790

4 reviews

Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

AMAZING

Can not rate Rata highly enough. Very relaxed atmosphere, staff were friendly and down to earth. Clearly an upmarket restaurant but did not feel stuffy at all. And the food! We had four courses as suggested by our lovely waitress and it was just right....I would recommend the lamb loin in particular - incredibly tender and well seasoned. Also the preserved apricots- just a perfect combination of flavours. There is really no criticism for any of the dishes. Would definitely dine here again. It’s not cheap- two people, four courses with drinks each course = $278. But was worth EVERY penny. Situated in the town centre but in a quiet spot. Loved it!!!More

Date of visit: January 2021

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yeema1

29 reviews

Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

So Down to Earth

We went here for tea for our combined birthdays. The food was absolutely delicious especially the shared lamb - melt in your mouth. The service was excellent and friendly. It was a very down to earth experience. Definitely come back again.

Date of visit: January 2021

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mikejoknight

7 reviews

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Number one highlight of our holiday

Fantastic,divine experience the food is out of this world the flavours and presentation of every dish was at a really high standard and it’s affordable also.The staff are brilliant and have a really professional manner and are also down to earth.

Date of visit: January 2021

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davidshortland

1 review

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Vegan Friendly.

Vegan Friendly. Rata has a seperate vegan menu the staff were helpful and friendly and the food superb. Will definitely eat here again.

Date of visit: January 2021

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EllesAK

7 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Perfect night out

Exceptional evening start to finish. Friendly and attentive service when needed. Music and lighting just right. Food was everything we hoped for. Shared goats cheese profiteroles bite, followed up with Bluff octopus, full of flavour and texture and perfect amount of bite. Our mains were...the lamb and beef and both dishes were cooked to perfection with tasty accompaniments followed by desserts that were delicious. We both agreed that Rātā was the perfect dining experience during our stay in Queenstown.More

Date of visit: January 2021

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SshomesNz

12 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Excellent place to dine

The food & service was excellent and the bathrooms were very clean, was a great dining experience , will be back.

Date of visit: December 2020

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IanB1965

291 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Brilliant again

Fantastic service and nice setting. Staff are always friendly and helpful. Food superb, tried the cheese roll this time, so good.

Date of visit: January 2021

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Sarah J H

30 reviews

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Culinary Delight & atmosphere dining experience

Awesome dining experience with top of the line cuisine and wine. Will remember this and the fine clean bathrooms

Date of visit: December 2020

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Re2018jo

1 review

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Horrible!

We been there couple times during 2018-2019 and we are really like the beef Wellington here,then we booked a table 2 months ago when we planning visit queenstown again,but when we arrived we have been told they don't serve beef Wellington anymore since 2019,we feel...quite disappointed because we are come in for the beef! Anyway we still ordered 4 start and 2 main,the male waiter told us it not enough for us and trying to make us to order more…you do feel been pushed and he looks not happy when we said we wouldn't order alcohol…after we finished the start (it's took half hour to arrive) we decided to leave,also been told can't do take away,so we paid and left without eating the main…and yes we paid extra 15% surcharge as well… which means we paid near $200 and eat nothing…you can come if your budget is$100 ppl,otherwise you will get a xxxx faceMore

Date of visit: December 2020

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Yang Y

4 reviews

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

very poor experience

Poor menu, expensive price, small portion of food. the male waiter was so rude, make sure you order over 1000 dollars meal. Otherwise the guy will give you the xxxx face straight away! I will not take any explanation. You guys should feel lucky there...is nothing less then1 star! lolMore

Date of visit: December 2020

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