Passage Rock

Location) 438 Orapiu Road, Waiheke Island 1971

Phone) 09 372 7257

Hours) Bistro – Wednesday-Sunday 11.30-4:30 pm

Hours) Cellar Door – 7days 11am-4pm

Website) Passage Rock Website

Socials) Passage Rock Facebook

Socials) Passage Rock Instagram

Parking) Yes In Carpark

Wheelchair Access) Yes

Category) Restaurant/Vineyard

Toilet) Yes

Overview

Passage rock is a restaurant/vineyard located on the outskirts of waiheke, it offers delicious food, fine wine and a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by beautiful Syrah vines.

Passage rock is located out on the country side of Waiheke, it is a bit of a drive but well worth the visit.

Passage Rock Wines was established in 1993, They produce over 14 varietals on their 41 acre vineyard and have won many awards for their wines. Their reserve Syrah has won over 18 Gold Medals and 7 trophies.

Proud owners are David and Veronika. In 1996 the first Syrah vines were planted at Passage Rock.

Enjoy stunning views and award-winning wines matched with each dish, or you can select your own wines to share. They have lawn games to entertain all ages and they encourage you to bring your whole family and spend the day.

Passage rock is also dog-friendly for well-behaved canines.

At Passage Rock, They offer options for everyone to enjoy and are happy to accommodate special requests and dietary needs, including a dedicated vegan set menu.  

They also offer a snack menu for those short on time but still eager to enjoy delicious food. It features a variety of snacks, fresh oysters, and their wine-pairing appetizer menu.

Their Venue is perfect for any wedding or event/function their venue is a blank canvas that can be staged however you like with over 20 years experience in the wedding industry. They have a secluded Pergola nestled in the vines, perfect for the ceremony and can assist in all areas.

Their covered outdoor area seats 100 people.

They can cater for lunch, morning and afternoon teas as well as degustation dinners and cocktail meet and greet parties.

Passage Rock Menu

Summary

  • Wedding Venue
  • Restaurant
  • Award winning wines
  • Vineyard
  • Dog Friendly
  • Event/Function Venue
  • Cellar Door
  • Purchase empty wine barrels

Access Information

  • Smaller Car – Their carpark
  • Wheelchair – Their Carpark
  • Truck/Boat – Their carpark
  • Bike – Their carpark
  • Walking – Orapiu road

The best way to access Passage Rock would be on Orapiu Road, this is located off waiheke road (Waiheke road is entered via Onetangi Road) it is a small drive out towards Orapiu follow the windy farm land road and go over a one way bridge, continue straight, there is a large halo (circled) like sculpture when entering passage rocks driveway and plenty of signage which is a perfect photo opportunity, follow the unpaved driveway past the vineyard until you reach the restaurant there is plenty of parking.

Wheelchair Access

Yes they have wheelchair access and disability parking

Close To Passage Rock

Greenacres – Waiheke’s only fully accredited wastewater operator that offer a service for Waiheke Septic tanks and wastewater system they have been operating for over 20 years.

Poderi Crisci – A family owned hidden gem restaurant/winery located on a country lane of Waiheke offering delicious classic Italian cuisine and wines to match.

Talking Tree Hill – An outdoor educational facility based on Waiheke. They offer Nature-based programmes for children 5-12 years such as nature play and learning.

Sunshine Valley – A local plant nursery that offers everything garden such as varieties of indoor and outdoor plants, garden tools, fertilizers, landscaping equipment and pots.

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