Waiheke’s hidden gem for flavour, family, and a little flair.
Tucked just below the Ocean View Road lookout in the heart of Oneroa, The Courtyard is a welcoming, off-the-beaten-path restaurant and garden bar that locals whisper about and visitors feel lucky to find.
Run by internationally experienced chef and owner Brent Mills—who brought his flair for flavour home after two decades in Bali, Sydney, and New York—The Courtyard delivers a dining experience that feels both innovative and intimate. The vibe is relaxed, the service heartfelt, and the food? Bold, Mediterranean-inspired, and brimming with seasonal creativity.
The ever-changing menu features housemade pastas, charcuterie boards, fresh seafood, and clever riffs on classics like eggplant parmigiana or dry-aged NZ ribeye. Paired with a daring, globally-curated wine list from Lubrication Wines, each meal is an invitation to explore and indulge.
Whether you're sipping a spritz under the sun in the garden bar, or enjoying dinner with friends in the light-filled dining room, The Courtyard is a space that feels like home—especially if your home came with Mediterranean soul and a bit of cheeky flair.
Find us:
Down the steps from the Ocean View lookout, Ocean View Road, Oneroa
Open evenings for dinner and drinks – walk-ins welcome or book ahead to secure your spot.
Address: 149 Ocean View Road, Waiheke Island, Auckland, New Zealand
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