Fine Dining in Queenstown | Toast & Oak

A Restaurant That Celebrates New Zealand Through Food, Wine & Hospitality

Tucked beneath the Remarkables in the heart of Queenstown, Toast & Oak is a destination for those seeking more than simply a meal. Recognised in the Michelin Guide New Zealand, our restaurant offers a thoughtful dining experience that celebrates Aotearoa's extraordinary produce, world-class wines and the people behind them.

Whether you're joining us for our Expressions tasting menu, a special celebration, or an evening discovering New Zealand wine, every experience is built around curiosity, seasonality and genuine hospitality.

If you're searching for the best fine dining restaurant in Queenstown, a memorable Chef's Table experience, or an exceptional wine-focused restaurant, we invite you to take a seat at our table.

A Fine Dining Experience Inspired by Aotearoa

At Toast & Oak, every dish begins with an ingredient.

Rather than following trends, our menus evolve alongside New Zealand's seasons and the producers who grow, harvest, forage and craft the ingredients we proudly serve.

Our kitchen works closely with growers, farmers, fishermen and artisans throughout the country to showcase the incredible diversity of New Zealand's landscape—from alpine lakes and native forests to coastal waters and fertile farmland.

Every plate tells a story.

Some begin with line-caught seafood.

Others with remarkable fungi, rare heirloom vegetables or carefully raised lamb.

Each ingredient is treated with respect, allowing natural flavour to remain at the centre of every dish.

Expressions: Our Signature Tasting Menu

The Expressions menu is the heart of Toast & Oak.

Designed as a journey through New Zealand's landscapes, each course showcases exceptional ingredients paired with refined technique and thoughtful storytelling.

Throughout the experience you'll discover seasonal produce, native flavours, local growers and wines selected to complement every course.

For guests looking for one of the most unique tasting menus in Queenstown, Expressions offers an evening that evolves from the first bite to the final petit four.

No two visits are exactly the same.

As the seasons change, so does the menu.

An Award-Winning Wine Experience

Wine has always been central to Toast & Oak.

Our cellar has been carefully curated to showcase both celebrated New Zealand producers and outstanding international wineries.

From iconic Central Otago Pinot Noir and Hawke's Bay Cabernet blends to rare Champagne, Burgundy and Italian classics, our list reflects both established names and exciting discoveries.

Our team is passionate about matching wines to food, helping guests discover bottles they may never have considered before.

Whether you enjoy a single glass, a carefully selected pairing or a bottle from our cellar, wine is woven into every part of the experience.

Recognised by the Michelin Guide

Toast & Oak is proud to be recognised in the Michelin Guide New Zealand.

This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team—from the chefs carefully preparing each dish to the front-of-house team creating warm, memorable hospitality.

While awards are never the reason we cook, they remind us that thoughtful hospitality, consistency and attention to detail matter.

Every service is another opportunity to improve, evolve and continue raising the standard we set for ourselves.

Behind Every Plate Is a Producer

One of the things that makes Toast & Oak unique is our connection to the people who grow, harvest and create the ingredients we serve.

We believe remarkable restaurants begin long before ingredients reach the kitchen.

Through our Behind the Plate series, we introduce guests to the growers, fishermen, mushroom cultivators, coffee roasters and artisans who make our menus possible.

These relationships aren't simply suppliers.

They're collaborators.

Understanding where food comes from allows us to honour every ingredient with the respect it deserves.

More Than Just Dinner

Dining at Toast & Oak is designed to feel relaxed, welcoming and personal.

Whether you're celebrating an anniversary, birthday, honeymoon, engagement or simply enjoying an evening out, our team takes pride in creating memorable experiences.

Guests regularly join us for:

• Anniversary dinners

• Birthday celebrations

• Honeymoons

• Marriage proposals

• Corporate entertaining

• Wine lovers' weekends

• Special occasions

• Chef's Table experiences

• Date nights

• Visiting Queenstown holidays

Every guest receives the same attention to detail, whether it's your first visit or your tenth.

Discover New Zealand Through Wine

Our Behind the Glass series celebrates the incredible wineries and winemakers shaping New Zealand's wine industry.

From Central Otago to Hawke's Bay and beyond, we share the stories behind the bottles, introducing guests to the vineyards, philosophies and people responsible for every pour.

Wine isn't simply paired with food.

It's part of the conversation.

Seasonal Menus That Continue to Evolve

Because we cook with the seasons, our menu is constantly changing.

Returning guests often discover entirely new dishes inspired by what is available at its very best.

This commitment to seasonality means every visit offers something new while remaining unmistakably Toast & Oak.

Fine Dining Without Pretension

Exceptional restaurants should never feel intimidating.

At Toast & Oak, we believe hospitality is just as important as technique.

Our team is here to guide, recommend and create an experience that feels both refined and genuinely welcoming.

Whether you're an experienced wine collector or simply looking for an unforgettable dinner in Queenstown, you'll be welcomed with the same warmth and care.

Visit Toast & Oak

Located in the heart of Queenstown, Toast & Oak welcomes locals and visitors alike to discover modern New Zealand dining through thoughtfully crafted food, exceptional wine and genuine hospitality.

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...we look forward to welcoming you to our table.