The 'Rātā' restaurant logo written in bold, brown font on a full bleed image background.
The 'Rātā' restaurant logo written in bold, brown font on a full bleed image background.
The 'Rātā' restaurant logo written in bold, brown font on a full bleed image background.
The 'Rātā' restaurant logo written in bold, brown font on a full bleed image background.
The 'Rātā' restaurant logo written in bold, brown font on a full bleed image background.
The 'Rātā' restaurant logo written in bold, brown font on a full bleed image background.
The 'Rātā' restaurant logo written in bold, brown font on a full bleed image background.

welcome

At Rātā, every table tells a story — of the people, the place, and the season. Nestled in the heart of Queenstown at 43 Ballarat Street, we've spent over a decade celebrating the flavours of the South Island through honest, produce-driven cuisine.

We're honoured to have been awarded a MICHELIN Star as part of the inaugural MICHELIN Guide 2026 New Zealand, a recognition we share with the local growers, farmers, and foragers who make our food possible. This follows our recent recognition of a Cuisine Good Food Guide 2025 hat, a testament to our ongoing culinary journey.

Whether it's a quiet evening for two or a long dinner with friends, we welcome you to share in the warmth of our dining room.

Te Nuku, 43 Ballarat St
Queenstown, 9348

Monday - Sunday
5pm - til late

+64 3 442 9393

Email: reservations@ratarestaurant.com

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This moment was never ours alone.
 Last week, Aotearoa New Zealand joined the MICHELIN Guide for the first time. Restaurants across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown were recognised with Stars, Bib Gourmand awards, and a place in the
On the pass, a dish finds its final touch before it goes out. Tomorrow marks one week since Rātā was awarded a MICHELIN Star. The kitchen hasn’t changed pace. Same care, same hands, same attention to the small things that don’t show up i
Three days on. We’re still taking it in. This recognition reflects 15 years of showing up for this place, for the people who grow, fish and produce alongside us, and for every guest who has trusted us with their evening. It was never the goal
“Receiving a Michelin Star is incredibly humbling. We’ve never built Rātā around awards – we’ve built it around people, hospitality and a deep connection to this region. 

This recognition reflects the care, commitment and con
A moment we’re incredibly proud to share.

Rātā has been awarded a Michelin Star as part of the inaugural Michelin Guide New Zealand. For 15 years, we’ve focused on creating a restaurant that feels true to this place – grounded in h