We had dinner at The Gables based on the recommendation by our hosts - and it did exceed our expectations. Service was excellent, very friendly and attentive, creating a very nice atmosphere. The menu had a touch of delightful creativity, which made it difficult to...More

The restaurant is so close to the water and has great views. The staff are very professional and friendly. The food is equally as good. I had seafood chowder which was very tasty and my husband had fish and chips. The fish was fresh and...More

We went for lunch and so glad we did!! We indulged in a Rib Eye Fillet and were not disappointed. It is cooked for two to share and the resulting bone came home for the dog to enjoy for about two hours. It was superb...More

We visited this restaurant twice during our stay in the Bay of Islands. We will definitely come again, it was a completely positive experience. The restaurant’s location is gorgeous. The interior is warm and let you feel the history. The food is excellent and proves...More

No plan in mind and no reviews read, we hopped on the ferry to Russell thinking to have a leisurely lunch on the waterfront. The Gables appealed as we strolled down the street. We liked what we read of the menu at the door. Inside,...More

Gorgeous waterfront view, warm ambience. Is apparently the oldest running restaurant in NZ. Menu is fantastic and the food and wine we ordered delicious. Staff very attentive. Bit on the pricy side but an awesome experience.

Visited this restaurant under the recommendation of some friends and wow! Food was incredible. It felt really special and some of the best food we have had in NZ.

Delicious food and great ambience. Great service and desserts are too die for. Gorgeous setting as tucked away. Had the mulled wine and it was yummy.

We stopped by for lunch. The building interior is wonderful so its pleasing that the food and service lives up to the location. We had the sea food chowder which was excellent. Really good friendly service and well worth a return visit for dinner.

What a gorgeous place for a romantic dinner. The restaurant is located in one of Russell's historic buildings overlooking the Bay, and the sunsets are superb. The service and food is equal to the setting - friendly, accomodating staff and great local seafood. And when...More