Staying at Oke Beach House puts you close to some of the Bay of Islands’ best dining experiences — from in-house catering, waterfront restaurants in Russell to island cafés accessible only by boat.
Dining and catering in the Bay of Islands
Salt & Seed
Salt & Seed are a favourite catering option for stays at Oke Beach House. Their chefs have catered at the house many times and can create a personalised menu for your group using seasonal New Zealand produce.
Contact the team directly to discuss menus, dietary requirements, availability and pricing before your stay.
Omata Estate
Omata Estate is a boutique vineyard on the Russell peninsula, near Okiato, at 212 Aucks Road. Visit for estate wines, coastal views and a relaxed kitchen serving sharing platters and wood-fired pizzas.
Plan a vineyard lunch during your Bay of Islands stay. Check current opening hours, menus and reservations with Omata, and allow for your chosen route and any ferry connections.
Omata Estate menus and bookings · Directions to Omata Estate
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel
Refreshing Rascals and Reprobates since 1827. Located on the waterfront of Russell in the Bay of Islands, the Duke of Marlborough Hotel offers an outstanding restaurant, accommodation and event venue. Holding New Zealand's first liquor licence, this historical beauty has been lovingly restored and offers her visitors a great place to relax, unwind and watch the world go by.
A visit to the Bay of Islands isn't complete without lunch at the Duke.
Otehei Bay Café – Urupukapuka Island
Otehei Bay Café & Bar is a waterfront stop on Urupukapuka Island, reached by boat. Combine lunch with island walking tracks, beaches or seasonal kayak hire.
If you are travelling without a private boat, Explore operates ferries from Paihia and Russell. Arrange your transfers and check the current timetable, café opening hours and weather before setting out.
Otehei Bay Café information · Otehei Bay ferry timetable and bookings
Sage Restaurant
Sage Restaurant, located at Paroa Bay Winery, draws inspiration from its elevated setting overlooking the Bay of Islands. With a strong focus on locally grown and sustainably sourced ingredients — from line-caught seafood to produce from trusted local suppliers and onsite gardens — the menu celebrates fresh, modern New Zealand cuisine. Thoughtfully crafted dishes balance creativity with simplicity, allowing the quality of the ingredients to shine.