Cuisine: A La Carte, Mediterranean, New Zealand
Price Point: Mains from $15 - $35
Ranked: #2 of 12 restaurants in Hawke's Bay
Inspired by the flavours of Mediterranean cuisine, Ahuriri Village Kitchen serves a choice menu of fresh and innovative dishes.
With the wealth of artisanal produce at their doorstep (including Napier’s famous vineyards, coffee roasters and fruit-growing farms), Ahuriri Village Kitchen is proud to use quality ingredients from local suppliers.
Their menu showcases the best seasonal produce on offer, from pan-fried Tarakihi and smouldering steak, to creamy mushroom risotto and spinach gnocchi (both vegetarian). Dig into salads of poached chicken or sauteed squid, or save room for their decadent desserts, with every dish beautifully presented and bursting with flavour.
Friendly and welcoming, with a bright interior and sunny outdoor patio, this cafe has become a local hub for casual fine dining within Ahuriri Village.
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Ahuriri Village Kitchen
15 Hardinge Rd, Ahuriri
Napier 4110
Open Hours:
Monday - Wednesday: 7am - 4pm
Thursday - Saturday: 7am - 10pm
Sunday: 7am - 4pm
Phone: 06 835 8950
Website: www.facebook.com/AVKnz/
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Reviews
Lucas Fletcher - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 6 September 2019
Delicious food, great atmosphere
Melissa Milliken - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 23 August 2019
Food was hot and delicious and the service was great.
Michael Greatrex - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 24 August 2019
A beautiful meal for our first time out at the Ahuriri Village Kitchen. A warm and inviting atmosphere on arrival, friendly and welcoming staff and an excellent standard of food. The menu isn't huge - which I prefer - there is a good selection for most tastes. The food is well thought out and well presented. A good wine and beer offering featuring affordable but good quality local wines. A very pleasant dining experience and somewhere we would very happily dine again.
Wray Wilson - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 22 August 2019
What a lovely experience. It was a dark and rainy night but the cosiness inside made us forget.
The service was friendly, welcoming and helpful without being over the top.
And the food was delicious. We started with the pizza bread followed by the lamb for me and pan fried fish and chips for my partner. The food was delicious and just the right amount. I was surprised to see my partner even eat the 'rabbit food' so there must have been something good in that dressing!
The meal was finished with a panna cotta which left us both feeling satisfied.
I would definitely go back to Ahuriri Village Kitchen and everybody else should too!
Kelly Henderson - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 17 August 2019
Had a really good night. Service was good and prompt. Food was great! Definitely recommend and would love to come back.
Sandra Ho - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 8 August 2019
Absolutely a fantastic experience and delicious food really well presented with a great view. My favourite eating out experience so far in new zealand
Jack Smith - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 3 August 2019
First time going to AVK and it was incredible! Delicious food and amazing service - will be back!
Emma Sherwood - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 26 July 2019
Outstandingly helpful, friendly service. I would even say "solicitous", which left a deep impression. Extreme alcohol intolerance means I cannot ingest alcohol or foods cooked in or prepared with any alcohol and this obviously challenges most restaurants. AVK rose the challenge spectacularly, not only coming up with on the spot alternatives which were delicious in themselves, but by being super-attentive and careful to make sure I was safe - the chef coming out to check personally when one of the dishes ordered did contain wine (it was for my wife).
The food was superb, too. Seared scallops with the consistency of a perfect steak, and the medium-rare ribeye was perfectly pink. The dark chocolate ganache was a delightful sharing dessert, extreme chocolate indulgence that was a perfect sweet end to a sweet treat dining experience. We will definitely be back!
Stuart Martin - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 20 July 2019
Came for dinner with hubby and a friend last night. We absolutely enjoyed ourselves. Great friendly environment and the food was next level. Soooo tasty and cooked perfectly. Decent portions and not overdone. The service was just top notch too. Compliments to the Chef and team. Definitely a place to visit. I recommend the seared scallops
SHALOM HAENGA - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 12 July 2019
we had our wedding anniversary dinner here and had one of the best fine dining experiences in Napier to date.
The seared scallops were delicious that my own disappointment was that I didn't order more. 21 aged steak cooked to medium rare, cheesecake with berry salsa all fantastic. Wife had the terrine starter, pan fried bluenose fish main and dark ghana chocolate ganache which she couldn't stop raving about how yummy it was.So much that we had to return for breakfast the following morning to again thank them for such a wonderful total experience.
We will definitely return sooner than later.
graeme opai - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 1 June 2019
This was a restaurant we had been looking forward to trying - and we were not disappointed. A lovely ambience, great service and fabulous food presented with pride. We're looking forward to returning with family and friends so we can try the dishes we missed out on!
Andrea Cope - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 10 May 2019
Fantastic! One of the best meals I have had in a long while and that's from an ex chef who is super picky!
Food was sublime, beautifully presented and the flavours were exquisite.
Service was understated but attentive and friendly.
Thank you for a wonderful evening, the 4 of us left very happy and satisfied.
Tina :-)
Tina Gallie - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 13 April 2019
Had a scallop starter and we had the rib eye and lamb rump as mains. The scallops were very likely the best we ever had. Took some real discipline not to order another plate. The 2 main courses accompanied with a couple glasses of syrah just completed a beautiful dinning experience for us. Will certainly recommend AVH to our friends and will make a point of going back when we are next in Napier.
Lynda Arderne - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 23 March 2019
We finally got around to trying out Ahuriri Village Kitchen for dinner last week through firsttable.co.nz and had a very enjoyable evening. We sat outside so we could enjoy the last of the day's heat and sunshine on another glorious Hawke's Bay evening. The service was great (thanks Karl). He was friendly, helpful and knew his stuff. The wine he suggested was very complementary to our meals and all of the courses came out at just the right time. Both us had a different starter, main and dessert, and were happy to share the odd bite with each other. Special mention goes out to the salmon starter and the cheesecake which was very light, fruity and delicious. It was a really enjoyable night and we will be sure to return again.
Catherine Cook - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 4 January 2019
This restaurant was a gem of a find. Each plate we had was a taste sensation. This was certainly one of the best meals we have had dining out in Napier. The waitress was lovely and we had overall a lovely dining experience. We will certainly go again.
Heather Johnson - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 24 November 2018
The AVK was the prefect balance of classy & comfy. There were hats and blankets available outside if the weather wasn’t what you prepared for.
Between the four of us dining we had the lamb, steak, and fish of the day, of which all we would highly recommend. The different flavours and ingredients used was interesting but all worked fabulously together.
I hope we can find another time in our schedules to enjoy this beautiful place again!
Deborah Curtis - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 17 November 2018
We had an awesome dining experience at Ahuriri Village Kitchen. The service was incredible- friendly, efficient and non obtrusive. The decor and ambience is perfect - there are tables inside and out with blankets and sun hats available for use. But the food - oh my goodness! The warmed olives were a perfect appetiser. Thai tofu starter was full of Thai flavours and the lamb, saffron mash and asparagus was cooked to perfection and a fantastic spring dish. I didn’t really need dessert but couldn’t go past the chocolate ganache with vanilla icecream- heaven on a plate! The food is presented so beautifully and all tasted amazing. We will definitely be back!
Emma Mann - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 19 October 2018
We were very impressed with Ahuriri Village Kitchen and really enjoyed and appreciated the delicious food and excellent service.. The restaurant has a special ambiance - cheerful and most relaxing.. The new menu provided many choices and chosen dishes were well presented and delicious! We returned today with friends to enjoy a coffee prior to a movie at the Globe. Couldn’t resist sharing some cabinet food.. The date scone was perfect and so too was the YoYo!! Thumbs up to the managers and team!
Lorraine Arrowsmith - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 21 July 2018
We had a lovely night here at the Ahuriri Village Kitchen, creamy Parsnip and Apple Soup, delicate Tofu & Asian entree a little different. The mains weren't huge but beautifully presented and tasty you needed the sides of the mushrooms with the parmesan and the tiny carrots they were yummy. The dessert we ordered both the Creme Brulee and the Chocolate Ganache we preferred the Chocolate Ganache better. Definitely keen to go again and try a few other different dishes. Attentive and knowledgeable staff fantastic.
Linda Bartlett - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 19 July 2018
I would imagine in summer it is a lovely venue.In the way of modern eateries it wasnt a "flashY' place.A lovely waitress, warm and welcoming...so a tip...and the food surprised me with it being a sou vied steak and vegetables, with the recommendation of a side of mushrooms. Divine mushrooms. My partner had the fish, which he was more than happy with. We will return
Huia Eunson - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 26 May 2018
We had the fish and beef for our mains very tasty and plenty of it staff were very attentive and friendly soft music and warm cosy atmosphere
Lucy van der Linden - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 24 May 2018
We were greeted with a friendly smile and a great run through of the menu. From the second we walked in we felt the staff was attentive and thorough. Steaks were cooked beautifully and the seared scallops were to die for! This is one place to tell the friends and family about!
Lucas Fletcher - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 6 September 2019
Delicious food, great atmosphere
Melissa Milliken - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 23 August 2019
Food was hot and delicious and the service was great.
Michael Greatrex - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 24 August 2019
A beautiful meal for our first time out at the Ahuriri Village Kitchen. A warm and inviting atmosphere on arrival, friendly and welcoming staff and an excellent standard of food. The menu isn't huge - which I prefer - there is a good selection for most tastes. The food is well thought out and well presented. A good wine and beer offering featuring affordable but good quality local wines. A very pleasant dining experience and somewhere we would very happily dine again.
Wray Wilson - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 22 August 2019
What a lovely experience. It was a dark and rainy night but the cosiness inside made us forget.
The service was friendly, welcoming and helpful without being over the top.
And the food was delicious. We started with the pizza bread followed by the lamb for me and pan fried fish and chips for my partner. The food was delicious and just the right amount. I was surprised to see my partner even eat the 'rabbit food' so there must have been something good in that dressing!
The meal was finished with a panna cotta which left us both feeling satisfied.
I would definitely go back to Ahuriri Village Kitchen and everybody else should too!
Kelly Henderson - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 17 August 2019
been before, will come again, just perfect all round
Gus Keip - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 15 August 2019
Had a really good night. Service was good and prompt. Food was great! Definitely recommend and would love to come back.
Sandra Ho - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 8 August 2019
Awsum
Brigid Ratapu - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 9 August 2019
Absolutely a fantastic experience and delicious food really well presented with a great view. My favourite eating out experience so far in new zealand
Jack Smith - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 3 August 2019
The menu had great choices and variants.
The food was tasty and yummy.
Service great.
Recommend this restaurant
Jo Fox - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 2 August 2019
First time going to AVK and it was incredible! Delicious food and amazing service - will be back!
Emma Sherwood - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 26 July 2019
Outstandingly helpful, friendly service. I would even say "solicitous", which left a deep impression. Extreme alcohol intolerance means I cannot ingest alcohol or foods cooked in or prepared with any alcohol and this obviously challenges most restaurants. AVK rose the challenge spectacularly, not only coming up with on the spot alternatives which were delicious in themselves, but by being super-attentive and careful to make sure I was safe - the chef coming out to check personally when one of the dishes ordered did contain wine (it was for my wife).
The food was superb, too. Seared scallops with the consistency of a perfect steak, and the medium-rare ribeye was perfectly pink. The dark chocolate ganache was a delightful sharing dessert, extreme chocolate indulgence that was a perfect sweet end to a sweet treat dining experience. We will definitely be back!
Stuart Martin - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 20 July 2019
Oh my gosh! Who knew such amazing food was tucked away in Ahuriri!!!
It took a bit to get the food, but it was worth the wait!
The prices are a little bit high, as for the same price at other places, you’d also receive a salad and a slightly larger main.
We’ll go back again as it was just that flavourful!!!
T G - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 19 July 2019
The food was bland and the chicken was so dry it was nearly in eatable. Definitely do not recommend this place to anyone
Lisa Kairau - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 18 July 2019
amazing
Shannon Caldwell - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 18 July 2019
Our favorite place to eat, as always a very warm welcome. Fantastic food, fantastic service.
Lesley Ellis - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 12 July 2019
Came for dinner with hubby and a friend last night. We absolutely enjoyed ourselves. Great friendly environment and the food was next level. Soooo tasty and cooked perfectly. Decent portions and not overdone. The service was just top notch too. Compliments to the Chef and team. Definitely a place to visit. I recommend the seared scallops
SHALOM HAENGA - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 12 July 2019
All 4 of us enjoyed the great food, great service, and good atmosphere. Thank you
Alf Meads - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 13 July 2019
Great menu and every component of the dishes was perfect, would recommend highly
magi guinan - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 13 July 2019
Lovely meals
Ingrid Riddell - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 4 July 2019
Good food, everything came out on time, cooked just right.
Steve Rogers - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 5 July 2019
Fantastic food, some of the best I've ever had, service was great and the location was great too.
Steve Eustace - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 29 June 2019
Great experience!
Thank you, we’ll be back :)
Typhaine Pagani - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 29 June 2019
We had the lamb and the rib eye, both were delicious!
Joselle-Reuben Maxwell - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 27 June 2019
Beautiful setting and the food was superb. Loved it
Rachel Hannah - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 27 June 2019
Delicious meal and excellent service thank you.
Kate Tawhai - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 6 June 2019
Warm welcome, great explanation of the menu and specials. Drinks list has a small but good selection of local wines. Pizza bread was small but tasty for an entrée Mains were faultless - fantastic fish, perfectly seasoned and the FAWC special duck confit - extremely generous portion and again well seasoned. Choc ganache dessert, lovely. Would return if in area.
Chris Stephenson - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 22 June 2019
We were warmly greeted on a chilly saturday evening....and that's where the evening started! The service and food were exceptional and we would travel back to the Hawkes Bay just to dine there again. Many thanks
Keith Murphy - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 22 June 2019
Every dish was amazing. I wish I could have eaten more dishes ;)
Delwyn McKennie - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 21 June 2019
Excellent food and service! Really enjoyed our dinner!
Jolie Capper - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 21 June 2019
Warm, inviting atmosphere. Great food and service.
Rob Orr - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 14 June 2019
Throughly enjoyed our meals and experience! Great service! Highly recommend!
Sam Durrant - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 15 June 2019
Great place to eat.
Recommend to all.
Simon Johnston - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 7 June 2019
A really nice experience once more! Friendly service with absolutely lovely food.
We will come again, and again.
Gus Keip - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 8 June 2019
we had our wedding anniversary dinner here and had one of the best fine dining experiences in Napier to date.
The seared scallops were delicious that my own disappointment was that I didn't order more. 21 aged steak cooked to medium rare, cheesecake with berry salsa all fantastic. Wife had the terrine starter, pan fried bluenose fish main and dark ghana chocolate ganache which she couldn't stop raving about how yummy it was.So much that we had to return for breakfast the following morning to again thank them for such a wonderful total experience.
We will definitely return sooner than later.
graeme opai - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 1 June 2019
Great food and lovely environment.
Samantha Bartle - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 24 May 2019
A beautiful setting and lovely food. Would definitely go back
Kay Wilton - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 1 June 2019
The food was absolutely delicious, could not fault it. Loved the experience here.
Helena Freeman - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 30 May 2019
We had beautiful meals. We both had fish and was very tasty. The service as great too. Thank you
Litsa Hally - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 25 May 2019
Food options are great, not all the same same that you can get in other restaurants. Our starts of the terrine and ravioli was beautiful as were the mains of beef cheeks with pappardelle pasta and the lamb rump - which was very tender and tasty.
Fills you up for sure.... but there is always dessert...
Jo Fox - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 23 May 2019
Great service and food. Couldnt fault the restaurant. Will definitely return and tell my friends
Ros Bartosh - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 23 May 2019
A brilliant experience, they made us feel comfortable and served the food quickly. We had our young children with us and it was a great night! Staff are fantastic and the meals were delicious, thankyou for a great night, definitely be back and definitely telling others!
Amber Bradley - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 17 May 2019
This place is wonderful, from the welcoming staff, great chef’s and delicious food. I enjoyed the flavours of the lamb and hubby enjoyed the fillet
Very tasty and tender. Wine list superb
We will be back
Jan Mitchell - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 16 May 2019
This was a restaurant we had been looking forward to trying - and we were not disappointed. A lovely ambience, great service and fabulous food presented with pride. We're looking forward to returning with family and friends so we can try the dishes we missed out on!
Andrea Cope - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 10 May 2019
At first we thought it would be humble . However once seated we admired the beautiful views and location . We then lapped up the wonderful atmosphere and welcoming service provided. The food was provided in a timely manner and absolutely spectacular! The presentation was beautiful and appropriately representative of the lovely location. We tried the specials of port belly and the rump with pasta, the oysters, cheesecake and the panna cotta. All wonderful
brittany buttenshaw - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 4 May 2019
Fantastic service, lovely dining environment and super food! We will be back!
Christie Mckennie - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 9 May 2019
Great dining experience last night at AVK! We've been twice now through first table and will no doubt be back, the food and atmosphere was fantastic, as was the friendly and welcoming staff. Lovely way to spend a Friday night.
Kayne Bettridge - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 3 May 2019
I really like the quiet dinning environment like this one.
I came from Auckland the same day with 2 of my other friends
We ordered pumpkin soups, lamb, eye fillet, and a burger.
The pumpkin soup was very filling. I like how it mix with ginger.
I personally enjoy the lamb the most, and it is excellent, however by comparing the sides for the lamb dish, I prefer the sides from eye fillet dish.
The eye fillet itself was OK preferably a bit hotter and thicker steak.
I haven't try the burger, but it was excellent according to my friend's comment.
Waiters were very helpful coming to table few times asking us if the food was OK and anything we need.
Same quality of the mains I will expect at the $40+ mark in Auckland, which it cost about $33 $36, which is very good price. Me and my friends feel ourselves earn it.
Brian Kwok - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 19 April 2019
Amazing cute place lovely service the meal presentation and it was one of each course was absolutely fabulous but the taste I wish I had two of everything ravioli the terikhi and then the coconut panacota so much so I shouted a drink for staff thanks again you rock we will be back for sure
Felicity Clark - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 20 April 2019
Fantastic! One of the best meals I have had in a long while and that's from an ex chef who is super picky!
Food was sublime, beautifully presented and the flavours were exquisite.
Service was understated but attentive and friendly.
Thank you for a wonderful evening, the 4 of us left very happy and satisfied.
Tina :-)
Tina Gallie - dined at Ahuriri Village Kitchen on 13 April 2019
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We were greeted with a friendly smile and a great run through of the menu. From the second we walked in we felt the staff was attentive and thorough. Steaks were cooked beautifully and the seared scallops were to die for! This is one place to tell the friends and family about!