Fantail & Turtle
This must be the place.
Just 12 minutes from the CBD, Fantail & Turtle is a family owned, award winning destination suitable for all occasions, capable of hosting unforgettable events for up to 600 guests, featuring extensive gardens and all-weather outdoor areas flooded with afternoon sun. We're a fiercely independent bar, eatery & functions venue, driven by core values of manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, & whanaungatanga. Expect fresh & local beer, real ale & cider flowing from 15 taps, an on-site microbrewery, a hand picked wine list covering near and distant regions synonymous with varietal excellence, an indulgent gin list enhanced with botanics fresh from our on site gardens, moreish cocktails to sip late into the evening, and a modern seasonal menu, designed to share with a focus on showcasing sustainable & locally sourced produce. We operate a waste-free kitchen, repurposing everything that doesn’t make it to the plate into stocks & sauces. proteins are free range & house-butchered where possible. fish are sustainably line caught, processed whole and dry-cured on site. herbs & greens are foraged or picked fresh from our gardens. food scraps are returned to the earth through on-site composting. we are proud to partner with small local producers who share our values and commitment to sustainability. There are multiple spaces to choose from, and a dedicated Functions & Events Manager to work alongside you to ensure a flawless and stress-free experience. Our team are industry leading & regularly recognised amongst the best, and we can’t wait to show you why. Finalist - Best Places to Work NZ Awards 2024 Supreme Winner - NZ Gastropub Awards 2024 Auckland Regional Champion - NZ Gastropub Awards 2024 Winner - Outstanding Local, Lewisham Awards 2023 Finalist - Best Bar, Hospitality NZ Awards for Excellence 2021, 2024