+64800695263 | joysparkhere@gmail.com | 47 Gorge Road, Queenstown 9300
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Dining & Bars

Michelin-inspired cuisine, a rooftop skybar, and a hidden speakeasy. Every table is a stage for local produce, rare wines, and the theatre of service.

100% OFFLINE

• Physical Venue • Face-to-Face

Chef Profile

Executive Chef Julian Mercer

Three decades across Paris, Tokyo, and Melbourne have shaped a kitchen that treats Central Otago produce as art. His philosophy is simple: every plate tells a story of place, season, and craft.

Michelin-starred experience

Executive Chef Julian Mercer portrait

Signature Quote

"The best ingredient is the one grown within sight of the kitchen."

Julian Mercer

Restaurants

Three Dining Rooms, One Kitchen

Each restaurant offers a distinct atmosphere, from the theatrical tasting room to the relaxed brasserie. All share the same commitment to local sourcing and meticulous service.

Fine dining tasting room

The Tasting Room

Seven-course degustation with sommelier pairing and chef interaction.

Brasserie dining area

The Brasserie

A la carte lunch and dinner with lake views and live cooking.

Sushi and raw bar

The Raw Bar

Sashimi, oysters, and ceviche prepared at the counter.

Bars

Skybar & Speakeasy

The Skybar is open to the lake breeze at sunset, while the Speakeasy waits behind an unmarked door for members and their guests. Both pour rare spirits, curated champagnes, and cocktails built from house infusions.

Skybar

Sunset session, DJ residency, cabanas

Speakeasy

Password entry, vinyl nights, rare whiskies

Rooftop Skybar at sunset
Speakeasy hidden bar interior
Signature cocktail presentation

Private Dining

A Table for Your Inner Circle

Reserve the private cellar, the chef's table, or a lakeside terrace for an evening designed exclusively for your party. The chef and sommelier will build a menu around your preferences and wines.

  • Private wine cellar for up to 16 guests
  • Chef's table with kitchen view for 8
  • Lakeside terrace dining for 24
  • Bespoke menus and wine pairings
Private dining cellar

Reserve Your Table

Every reservation is handled by our dining concierge. Share your preferred restaurant, party size, and any dietary requests, and we will confirm your table in person.

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