Hare & Copper Eatery Tūrangi Restaurant

This delightful discovery transformed a seemingly ordinary town into a culinary gem. The five-star dining experience is not uncommon in bustling cities, but what sets this place apart is its exceptional food. The dishes were not only delectable but also remarkably fresh and innovative. When the weather permits, the beautiful outdoor dining area adds to the ambiance. The only suggestion for improvement is to enhance the lodge aesthetic by upgrading the tables and chairs, and leaning more into the lodge aesthetic.

Love this place! It’s in such a gorgeous little house which feels so welcoming! We sat in the little lounge area by the fire for a drink before dinner. So special! I was a little shocked at the size is the meals for the cost - two little venison sliders for $34 (in Auckland in similar restaurants you’d pay around $24 for a small plate like this) but everything was very tasty and the staff are lovely.

High end restaurant. Beautiful setting, it's worth the drive! We eat out all over the place a lot and this place was certainly up there in terms of quality of food and ingredients. My only criticism would be the size of the dishes was just a bit small, an average price of $30 per dish I felt they could have been a little larger guys. Drinks menu was as expected in a high end restaurant and all looked good quality. Highly recommend, and we will be back next time passing through Turangi. The honest kiwi.

Delicious food! You need to try their truffle fries. However, some dish portions could be larger for the price. Overall, it’s a lovely restaurant with a very cozy atmosphere.

The service was impeccable from start to finish. The viand here is absolutely delicious! Every dish we tried was bursting with flavour and cooked to perfection. Each bite was a delight, and the presentation just blew us away. It’s a must-try for anyone looking for something creative and satisfying!

Wow!. What a find! You will need to book. The food is amazing. A selection of handcrafted delicacies that need to be tasted to be believed. This is no ordinary restaurant. Superb setting. A hidden gem in the oasis of Turangi.... who would have thought. Outside lights and provision for family and groups in the games area. Indoor cosy wood burner. The desserts are very very moorish. A popular happy experience. We will be back next time we are passing through.

We make sure we always come for lunch or dinner at Hare & Copper every time we come to Turangi. Excellent rotating season menu with a story behind the sourced ingredients, standouts for me are always Popcorn Chicken, Vegetable Dumplings (Seasonal), Warm Beetroot and feta salad, and the Duck liver pate with sourdough (special). Good selection of wine and beers including their own house brand. Lovely warm atmosphere, always has the fire going and a lounge to enjoy an aperitif.

Absolutely amazing food! Gorgeous setting with lovely interior, decking and garden. Cannot recommend enough! A little out of town but so so worth it. Friendly staff. The food is of such exceptional quality. The chocolate fondant was the best I have ever had and the fig ice-cream was delicious.