Before we talk about the food, here's a few things to note: 1. Reservation is important. It can be very busy on weekends. 2. A great place for a meal on special occasions. May not be great for families with young children. 3. Not sure...More

Looked to be inhabited by those tbat read reviews and believed it was the place to dine - as we did.

Started our evening with the Rata honey and goats cheese profiteroles which were intricate and sensationally delicious. A must to start the evening. Followed by the speciality Beef Wellington. What can I say. Advisable to wear elastic pants. Lol. Don't eat all day if you...More

My wife and I met for dinner with friends here on our stay. We had dinner at a few contemporary restaurants on our stay and I would have to say this had the best food. It has a great atmosphere and the fit out is...More

Beautiful laid out restaurant, top notch wait staff. Had oysters for entree and they were beautiful. Beef Wellington for tea was beautiful and well worth the wait. Night was made with top notch service!!!!

Went to Rata tonight on our Queenstown visit. Attentive service and prompt delivery of meals and drinks despite the restaurant being full. We had the confit chicken terrine to begin, followed by the venison carpaccio and lamb loin to start. For main we ordered the...More

heard lot about this restaurant and it stood up to its reputation great meal, good value and great product and can be a Michelin star restaurant Keep up the good work guys

This is Josh Emmett's restaurant and lives up its reputation and then some! Lots of things on the menu I wouldn't eat but the Beef Wellington (not listed on the menu because they only provide it when they have the best beef) is to die...More

A taste sensation with great service! Everything about this Rata we love, hence why when we come to Queenstown it's a must for us. The food is incredible! The setting is beautiful, fine dining and really relaxed atmosphere.

Got a reservation for early dinner at short notice. Struggled to decide as everything looked great. Food was so good, as was the service. Great for a special night out.