arc
Sophisticated all-day dining in Wanaka, offering artfully crafted breakfasts, lunches, and globally inspired tapas.
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Must-see attractions
Sophisticated all-day dining in Wanaka, offering artfully crafted breakfasts, lunches, and globally inspired tapas.
Ask for Recommendations
Inquire about must-try dishes like lamb shank, churros, croquettes, or signature cocktails.
Consider the Set Menu
Opt for the set menu to enjoy a curated selection of dishes, often catering to dietary preferences.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
New Zealand, Contemporary, Tapas
Price
$$$
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Tapas-Style Evening Dining
Indulge in an evening of sharing globally-inspired, entrée-sized dishes. Perfect for exploring diverse flavors.
Artisan Brunch & Cocktails
Savor beautifully crafted brunch dishes with artisan coffee and breakfast cocktails in a cozy setting.
Regionally Sourced Fine Dining
Experience a sophisticated dining journey with passionate staff highlighting the best local and sustainable produce.
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Ask for Recommendations
Inquire about must-try dishes like lamb shank, churros, croquettes, or signature cocktails.
Consider the Set Menu
Opt for the set menu to enjoy a curated selection of dishes, often catering to dietary preferences.
Visit at Different Times
Experience their Euro-chic lunches by day and decadent tapas by night.
Don't Miss the Bread
The homemade bread with smoked butter is so good, you might want to order a second loaf!
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Ask for Recommendations
Inquire about must-try dishes like lamb shank, churros, croquettes, or signature cocktails.
Consider the Set Menu
Opt for the set menu to enjoy a curated selection of dishes, often catering to dietary preferences.
Visit at Different Times
Experience their Euro-chic lunches by day and decadent tapas by night.
Don't Miss the Bread
The homemade bread with smoked butter is so good, you might want to order a second loaf!
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners rave about Arc's incredible food quality, innovative flavor combinations, and exceptional service, calling it a highlight of their New Zealand travels. The atmosphere is consistently praised for being delightful and intimate. While overwhelmingly positive, some minor suggestions for improvement could enhance the experience further.
"Best meal during our honeymoon trip as of yet! Very hospitable staff and delicious and surprising menu! Already with the starters and their remarkable homemade bread with butter (we simply had to order a second loaf), we enjoyed every course! Also, the wine selection is wonderful and cocktails are the perfect pairing to the menu!
10/10 would recommend!"
María Muñiz Montilla
"We had a great time tonight! Chill vibe, delicious and creative food. I love the desert a lot, it has crunchy peanut candy, as the Chinese we ate it a lot when we were children, when it mixes with waffle, jelly, and ice cream, it becomes familiar but fresh to us. We will come back for sure😄"
LE FU
"We had the most beautiful dinner at Arc. The quality of the service from start to finish, the atmosphere and the delicious fresh food. Quality ingredients and the combination of flavours is magic! I cant recommend them highly enough."
Sanne Keurentjes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arc serves brunch from Wednesday to Sunday, 9 AM - 2:30 PM, and the bar/tapas menu is available from 5 PM until late.
Arc offers beautifully crafted breakfasts, Euro-chic lunches, and decadent tapas-style entré-size dishes for dinner.
Customers often recommend trying the lamb shank, churros, croquettes, and the highly praised homemade bread with smoked butter.
The set menu is mentioned as a way to enjoy dishes tailored to different dietary preferences, suggesting accommodations are possible.
The restaurant is described as having a chill, cozy, and elegant atmosphere with a minimalist design featuring native plants.
Yes, Arc is noted for its wonderful wine selection and perfectly paired cocktails, including unique breakfast cocktails.
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Arc is an all-day fine-dining restaurant serving beautifully crafted breakfasts, Euro-chic lunches, and decadent tapas on its evening menu. This sophisticated bar and eatery offers a truly incredible dining experience, with passionate staff serving regionally sourced produce that showcases the flavour of Wānaka. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty meal or want to graze on a selection of small plates, Arc is one of the top restaurants in town for food lovers looking to eat well in a stylish setting.
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Designed with an artist's eye, with a love for nature, and exceptional food, Arc breathes positivity and life into everything it does. A native plant garden, a breathable space with earthy tones, Arc accommodates a minimalist approach with dried wild Otago flowers everywhere you look. Made to enjoy an intimate evening, Arc offers a menu of plates for sharing, and to indulge in various dishes for dinner.
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Location: 74 Ardmore StreetCuisine: New Zealand, ContemporaryOperating Hours: Wednesday – Sunday, Brunch 9 AM – 2:30 PM, Bar/Tapas 5 PM – lateSpecialties: Apricot & strawberry waffle, Turkish egg, Ora king salmon bagel. Arc is known for its brunch menu and evening tapas. The beautiful native plant garden and the delicious coffee and breakfast cocktails make it a must-visit.
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Arc is a cosy, elegant space offering brunch during the day accompanied with artisan coffee and breakfast cocktails. Enjoy breakfast and brunch dishes that have the same level of detail and innovation that you would expect to find when you go out for dinner. Meanwhile, in the evening the food is tapas style, with entré-size dishes that are designed to share.
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Showcasing the best that Otago has to offer, arc serves up some delicious local and sustainable options in a fine-dining setting. Brunch is a beautiful mixture of simple and intricate dishes, using local ingredients that allow each piece to shine. At night, arc turns into a tapas-style restaurant that serves up small plates from around the world.
Wanaka's Outdoor Dining Scene
Food Style: Open for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 9.00am until 2.00pm and every evening from 5.00 pm for global style tapas, cocktails, and drinks. Arc is known for its flavoursome small plates with fresh twists like Ora King salmon with shiitake XO, horopito mayo and fennel. The crayfish benedict is a brunch menu favourite.
5 questions with Mario Rodrigues, Head Chef, Bistro Gentil, Wanaka
The guys at Muttonbird and at Arc use the whole fish, crisping up the skin, making stock from the bones, like old style school cooking. I love seeing this kind of thing.
Spring in Wānaka: From Where To Eat and Shop to Exploring the Outdoors
If you like what you taste, head along to Kika or Arc down the road, Wānaka’s higher-end options by the same owners.
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