Waipara’s best loved Cellar Door & Restaruant
Our menu updates every two weeks, to reflect the seasons and minimise our
environmental impact, making each visit a unique experience.
Open Thursday to Monday 11-4:30. See what’s on the menu this week.
Come join us at Greystone for a dining adventure that changes with the seasons. Every two weeks, we unveil a captivating journey through locally sourced, homegrown delights paired perfectly with our delicious estate-grown wines. Led by Chef Théo Dubost and his dedicated team, the Greystone menu explores the bounty of North Canterbury and our commitment to working in harmony with our land. The result? Dishes that showcase only the freshest seasonal ingredients, picked at their peak and raised with care.
The Long Lunch
Experience dining differently with the Greystone Long Lunch—a curated culinary journey that takes the hassle out of ordering so you can sit back, relax, and let us delight you. Immerse yourself in an indulgent four-course menu sourced from local Canterbury suppliers, expertly paired with optional wine selections to elevate your dining experience.
At Greystone, dietary restrictions are never an issue. It’s important to us that everyone at your table enjoy an exemplary wine-tasting and culinary experience. Be sure to let us know about any dietary requirements when making your reservation.
Four Course Long Lunch with Wine Pairings $136pp
Four Course Long Lunch, excluding Wine Pairings $96pp
Please book here for the Long Lunch
Wine Tastings & Small Plates
Pop into the Greystone Cellar Door and enjoy our wines in the very place they were grown, made and bottled. Your tasting flight will feature six wines carefully selected from our collection, with options that change regularly to ensure a fresh and exciting experience every visit.
Want to stay a bit longer? Pair your wine tasting with our ever-changing Small Plates menu, perfect for sharing and designed to complement with our delicious Greystone wines. Whether you’re joining us for a casual tasting or fancy a leisurely afternoon glass of wine, our Small Plates menu offers a selection to satisfy every palate.
If you wish to book for a tasting and food, please choose Small Plates for the booking (Our small plates menu is limited from 3:00pm each day).
Wine Tastings are $24 for 6 Organic Estate Wines or 3 Reserve Wines
Please book here for Wine Tastings
Please book here for Small Plates
For bookings on the day or if we are showing as fully booked, please call us on 03 3146100 to see if we can accommodate your reservation.
If your preferred date is fully booked, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 03 3146100 to be added to our waitlist.
Please note: While we require your details to secure your reservation, we do not charge a deposit.
On the menu this week
We take pride in our fresh, seasonal menu, thoughtfully crafted to harmonise with selected Greystone wines.
Please note that our menu may change without notice to ensure the freshest seasonal ingredients and perfect wine pairings.
Greystone Long Lunch
This Week’s Long Lunch Long Lunch $96pp, Wine Pairing $40
Amuse Bouche – Onion and Carrot Pakora
Greystone Organic Sourdough – Smoked Rosemary Butter
Cucumber & Mint Gazpacho, Capsicum, Granny Smith
Greystone Lamb Tartare, Marrow Emulsion, Crispy Tapioca
Greystone Hogget Navarin, Spring Greens, Potato Fondant
Strawberry & Basil, Coconut Meringue, Chocolate Ice Cream
Mignardise – Canelé
If you have any specific dietary requirements, please let us know.
À La Carte / Small Plates
Te Matuku Oysters, Greystone Mignonette 6/$34
The North Course – Confit Duck Cigar with Greystone Chutney $22
Greystone Organic Sourdough, Smoked Rosemary Butter $16
Crispy Agria Potatoes, Apple Fennel Ketchup $18
Purple & Green Asparagus, Lardo, Asparagus Granita $22
Boudin Blanc, Apple Compote, House-made Mustard $22
Onion and Carrot Pakoras $7
Lemon Madeleines 2 for $7
House Made Ice Cream or Sorbet $7
Greystone Charcuterie Board
Pork Coppa, Salami, Lamb Prosciutto, Sourdough & Pickles $32
Cheese Selection
$17ea per 50g. Served with Sourdough Focaccia, Lavosh & Preserves, made in-house.
Creamy Blue Cow’s Milk, Over the Moon, Waikato
Vintage Leyden Cow’s Milk, Karikaas, North Loburn
Vintage Maasdam Cow’s Milk, Karikaas, North Loburn
Reginald Goats Cheese, Cranky Goat, Blenheim
The Nag Goats Cheese, Cranky Goat, Blenheim
House-made Gluten Free Bread & Rice Crackers $4 per portion (available on request)
Booking a larger party?
For bookings over 7 guests, please contact us direct on (03) 314 6100 or email us at [email protected]. During the summer months all group bookings will be seated outside.
Please note, for parties of 7 or more, a credit card is required to make a reservation. A charge will be made in the event of a cancellation occurring within 48hrs prior to the booking. In the event of a booking decreasing in numbers, unless notified prior to arrival, a $45 per person will be charged to the card on file.
Meet Chef Théo, the culinary maestro behind our acclaimed Cellar Door menus
Chef Théo Dubost, who leads the culinary team here at Greystone’s Cellar Door, is renowned for his creative flair and dedication to showcasing the best of local, seasonal produce. Trained in French techniques and European cuisine, Théo honed his skills in Michelin-starred restaurants across France before bringing his expertise to New Zealand. His passion lies in sourcing the freshest ingredients from the region and cooking within the season, not only for their superior taste but also for their positive impact on the environment.
Inspired by nature, Chef Théo believes in utilizing every part of the ingredient, including butchering our own sheep and sharing the cuts in a nose-to-tail approach. This commitment to sustainability and respect for nature is evident in every dish, offering guests an unforgettable culinary experience that honors the flavors of the land.
This connection between food, nature, and sustainability reflects the importance of embracing local resources and respecting the environment, values that resonate deeply with Chef Théo and shape his approach to the Greystone menu.
Chef Théo brings the same intensity to life that he does to his cooking. When he’s not in the kitchen, you’ll find him with grease on his hands, fixing up engines, or out with friends at concerts & gigs. He’s got a thing for road trips and motorcycle races, and he’s always on the hunt for a meal that’s anything but ordinary.
It is easy to make great wine if you have a top vineyard in the Waipara hills, a talented viticulturist and an enthusiastic and innovative winemaker. Greystone wines never fail to impress for their honesty, purity and expression of place and vintage.
Bob Campbell
Give the gift of discovery with the Greystone Cellar Door Gift Card.
Delight your loved ones with the opportunity to uncover the excellence of our organic, sustainable wines, farm-to-table food, and acclaimed hospitality, all set amidst the backdrop of New Zealand’s most beautiful vineyards. Whether it’s a special occasion or a token of appreciation, this gift card is a unique way to share the Greystone experience with someone special. Let them explore the world of Greystone, where each sip, bite, and moment is a memorable celebration of nature, craftsmanship, and genuine Kiwi hospitality.
