Black Barn Bistro

If you're a food-and-wine lover seeking a sense of place, pop in for a meal crafted by executive chef Regnar Christensen. The menu is a masterful blend of classic dishes with clever local enhancements that celebrate the region's finest produce. Take, for instance, the preserved chicken and braised green ravioli with anchovy, burnt butter and pine nuts, or the roast shoulder of lamb in a gorgeous almond cream with green chilli and coriander chimichurri. Miso and coffee-marinated eggplant, with oyster mushrooms, a mushroom dashi and black truffle is also spectacular and to finish a dark chocolate mousse with whipped sour cream, marsala and honeycomb is the kind of dessert that leaves a lasting impression. Complementing your experience is a carefully curated selection of Black Barn wines that highlight regional finds and perfectly pair with the menu. At this beloved staple of the local dining scene, you’ll get the chance to indulge in the best of Hawke’s Bay hospitality. Every dish is a celebration of the region’s culinary excellence.