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30/08/2026

We are so thankful to have a full house of not one, but two nights of Maison Vauron at 495. We are closed all day Tuesday 1st and from 4pm Wednesday 2nd for these delicious upcoming dinners from our Winemakers Series. Should we post a teaser of the menu or keep it a surprise?? 😋

28/08/2026

05/08/2026

Come warm up with us!

05/08/2026

The perfect lunch option, the cos salad, has been on since the beginning. For almost four years we have been celebrating the Cos Salad, with buttermilk dressing, croutons, grated cured egg yolk and delicious 12month cured Serrano Ham.

11/07/2026

Our winemakers dinner for Maison Vauron has sold out, so we’ve released a second evening in September for you to enjoy. Come spend your Tuesday with us and Jean-Christophe

10/07/2026

Back for the cooler months! Crispy Pig Cheeks, Seared Scallops, Hot ‘n’ Sour Pears and Ginger, Pork Broth. It’s warm, textural and delicious. Available, until it’s not.

04/07/2026

We’re bringing the white beaches and the rolling hills to Hawke’s Bay. Take a vacation with every sip and let us fly the flavour plane in the back room at 495 🍷 ✈️

04/07/2026

Just a heads up!

02/07/2026

Our back room sessions are back again and this winter they will be hosted by our very own Master of Wine, Michael Henley.
Limited to 14 people per session these sell out quickly so don’t miss your chance to spend an evening tasting and learning with Mike. Booking made via our website 🍷

02/07/2026

Have you been in to try our new Winter menu? Slow braised meats, seasonal veggies. Locally grown big flavours! See you soon! 🥂