At Tongariro Lodge in Turangi New Zealand we believe the enjoyment of food and fine wine to be an integral part of your visit to the Taupo region.
The dining experience in our restaurant captures the essence of the bold vibrant surroundings, serving the best of New Zealand game and traditional foods. Hearty breakfast and luncheon are provided at your leisure, while our special hamper lunches will set your day up for an uninterrupted adventure. The dining room is open to casual diners also on reservation.
Menu
Entrée
Roasted pepper, tomato gazpacho 16.5
Duck liver pâté, toasted brioche 17
Sous vide wild venison fillet, salad, maple candied walnuts, goat cheese 21
Buffalo Mozzarella Caprese salad, watercress, Oriwa olive oil 16
Main
Market fish, grilled polenta, broad beans, green beans, chives 36
Taupo beef scotch fillet, fondant potatoes, confit tomatoes, salsa verde 41
Spiced sous vide chicken breast, celeriac remoulade, fennel & apple slaw 37.5
Taupo lamb loin, ratatouille, crispy capers, watercress oil 39
Roasted potato salad, grilled broccolini, cherry tomatoes, olives, dill dressing 32
Dessert
Pineapple & Mint salad, passionfruit sorbet & lime syrup 16
Vanilla mascarpone panna cotta, summer berry compote 17
Dark chocolate mousse, pistachio praline 17
Trio of Kapiti ice-cream 15
Cheeseboard, artisan crackers, condiments 22.5
Breakfast
Continental Breakfast
Tea and filtered coffee, fruit juice, fresh fruit, yoghurt, cereal, toast with preserves, pastries and homemade freshly baked muffins.
Free Range Eggs Any Way
Cooked to your liking and served on toasted ciabatta.
Angler’s Breakfast
Kransky sausage, rashers of bacon, hash brown, roasted portabello mushroom and tomato with eggs cooked to your liking.
French Toast
Classic French toast with banana and berries.
Blueberry and Oat Pancakes
Served with sliced banana and Manuka honey. Dairy, Gluten and Sugar Free.
Tongariro Eggs Benedict
Poached eggs served on homemade potato hash, spinach and hollandaise sauce.