The Church Bistro – Hahei, NZ

A quality dining experience…

The newly refurbished Church Bistro is a casual wine bar and eatery. You can expect to see simple, Kiwi style, European inspired food, plus seasonal and regular specials. We look forward to welcoming families, friends, and visitors in fact everyone that enjoys good food, great wine and good times!

We are available for birthday celebrations, business functions and boutique style weddings. We are happy to talk with you about your requests and to discuss menu options.

…steeped in history

The Church Bistro is situated in Hahei and conveniently placed in and around some of the most beautiful beaches in New Zealand including Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach.

The Church Bistro is housed in the original church building from the early 1900’s, and relocated from its original home, Taumarunui. The exposed kauri beams, classical joinery and original floor add to its charm and character.

ENTREE

Squid Ink Rubbed and Seared Tuna
$22.00
Chickpea salad

Wine suggestion – Margrain Martinborough Rose
Eggplant 3 Ways
$18.00
Smoked, pickled and crumbed eggplant served with
house special gf cheese bread (V)

Wine Suggestion – Lake Hayes Central Otago Pinot Noir
Brazilian Crab and Snapper Gratin
$18.00
Side salad

Wine suggestion – Quarter Acre Hawke’s Bay Sauvignon Blanc
Goats Cheese and Leek Terrine
$24.00
Prosciutto, honeycomb, seasonal fruit, crostini

Wine suggestion – Deliverance Waipara Chardonnay
Lemon and Mint Quinoa Salad
$15.00
Beetroot hummus (Vegan)

MAINS

Snapper
$36.00
Watercress sauce, black rice and coconut crumbed prawns

Wine suggestion – Spy Valley Marlborough Gewurztraminer
Beef Wellington
$38.00
A deconstructed version of this classic dish with eye fillet steak, porcini mushroom puree, flaky pastry

Wine Suggestion – Turkey Flat Butcher’s Block SGM
Moroccan Lamb Rump
$34.00
Lamb Rump (cooked medium) Lemon and mint quinoa,beetroot hummus, yoghurt foam

Wine suggestion – Mojo Barossa Shiraz
Apricot and Brie Risotto
$28.00
Main size (GF) (V)

Wine suggestion – Pablo Clara Spain Rose
Apricot and Brie Risotto
$15.00
Entry size (GF) (V)

Wine suggestion – Pablo Clara Spain Rose

DESSERTS

Romeo and Juliet- Cream cheese Panna Cotta
$15.00

This marriage made in heaven dessert!
Silky cream cheese panna cotta, soft guava puree topped with a parmesan tuile (GF)
Chocolate Molten Pudding
$15.00

Dark chocolate pudding, pistachio crumb, vanilla bean ice cream
Lemon Plate
$19.00
Lemon cream pot, deconstructed lemon meringue pie, lemon sorbet (GF)

Wine suggestion – Muddy Water ‘Sugar Daddy’ Riesling

Children’s Meals and Side dishes

Small size steak, fries and salad*
$12.00

* Children’s menu includes small size ice cream
Small size pan fried fish, fries and salad*
$12.00
* Children’s menu includes small size ice cream
Mixed Salad
$8.00
French Fries
$8.00