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“Simply the best in Queenstown and don’t miss it ”
Review of Rata

Rata
Ranked #26 of 287 Restaurants in Queenstown
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: $22 - $42
Cuisines: Contemporary
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Dining options: Breakfast, After-hours, Delivery, Reservations
Description: 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, ferment and dehydrate to bring you the flavours of the south year round. Our wine list proudly showcases wines from the Otago region, greater New Zealand and beyond, with an emphasis on an eclectic mix of the highly regarded and little known gems.
Reviewed 10 August 2019 via mobile

We went there while visiting our daughter for her 21st Birthday. Every dish is perfectly done and staff were supper knowledgeable about what they serve to match with our needs. What an awesome experience! True Michelin experience.

Date of visit: August 2019
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Reviewed 9 August 2019

I had a starter dish of raw tuna in olive oil and balsamic reduction, which was ok but needed a sprinkle of salt to liven it up. My main course was pan-seared butterfish, which was not as good, and had a tendency to fall apart. My wine by the glass was a crisp, flavorful Chardonnay.

The restaurant has pleasing lighting and simple but upscale furniture, well above the average for Queenstown.

Date of visit: August 2019
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Thank MannyG2000
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Reviewed 6 August 2019

We dined here on Sunday night with friends, this had to be the best dining experience I have ever had. I have food allergies and had notified this when booked on line. On our arrival we were shown to our table and I was given a menu with options that were available to me for each course. The food was amazing, and the service was exceptional. Thank you Rata for a wonderful evening.

Date of visit: August 2019
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Thank NewVenture
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Reviewed 5 August 2019

This restaurant is one of my favorites. The people at the reception are nice, They do whatever they can to help us to find a table. The menu is perfect. All my dishes were delicious. We went there twice in our 4 nights. The people working there we fantastic. The wine list is great and the prices are fair. The restaurant is the best. I have been there in 2017 and I went back to find out that it still provides the same nice sensation. I highly recommend this place.

Date of visit: July 2019
Thank Luciana M
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Reviewed 5 August 2019

If you are celebrating a special event, choose this beautiful restaurant. A lot of class and tasty dishes served both for lunch and dinner. Have been in this restaurant a few times and it never disappoints. I will be going there again for lunch this weekend.

Date of visit: March 2019
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Thank 352bettyh
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