Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door?
What makes it 47% Baby-Friendly: Babies can sit in a highchair or pram at lunchtime and enjoy the outdoor terrace, yet long menus, limited pram space, no listed change table and quiet diners mean some parents may struggle.
Positives:
- Baby-Friendly Facilities: Highchairs and stroller ramps are available free by request.
- Easy Parking: Complimentary off-street parking is right outside the entrance.
- Wheelchair-Accessible: Ramps and accessible restrooms make indoor navigation easy with a pram.
Challenges:
- Limited Pram Space: Indoor pram spots are few—mention your stroller size when booking.
- No Changing Room: No dedicated baby-change table or nursing room; check with staff.
- Dinner Restriction: Evening tasting menus are not suitable for under-10s; plan for lunch visits.
What is Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door?
- A lakeside restaurant and cellar door set on the shores of Lake Hayes as the hospitality arm of Amisfield’s single-estate organic vineyard in Central Otago.
- A 200-hectare wine estate with over 80 hectares of sustainably farmed vines, specializing in low-yield, high-concentration Pinot Noir alongside select aromatic white varieties.
- A purpose-built schist-clad building that houses both a contemporary restaurant space and a cellar door directly linked to on-site production facilities.
What is so special about Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door for with baby?
- Order from the Gallery menu where highchairs are available.
- Enjoy a calm courtyard stroll along Lake Hayes with your stroller.
- Request terrace seating early for extra space with the baby.
- Browse the cellar door for organic wine and grape juice treats.
- Use free parking and accessible ramps for smooth arrival.
Note: Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door is 47% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Queenstown for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time for a Gallery menu lunch and a stroll around the grounds without rushing with a baby.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door
Gallery Menu Lunch:
Order simple dishes from the Gallery menu suited for families.
Tip: Request a highchair when booking and bring your own baby food.
Courtyard & Grounds Stroll:
Walk the outdoor courtyard and water feature next to Lake Hayes.
Tip: Use the stroller-friendly paths for a calm break between courses.
Terrace Seating with Stroller:
Sit outside on the terrace overlooking the vineyard.
Tip: Arrive early to secure space for your pram.
Browse the Cellar Door Shop:
Explore organic wines and grab grape juice for little ones.
Tip: Pick up a bottle of grape juice at the counter for baby-friendly sipping.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door
- Book Ahead: Reserve highchair and pram space when you book online.
- Visit Off-Peak: Go early or midweek to find quiet courtyard seating.
- Bring Baby Food: Pack your own snacks and milk; no dedicated kids’ menu is available.
Reviews of Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door
Eatin' with Timmy
Classic Central Otago winery, with some interesting dishes. Amisfield cleverly mixes some Kiwi classics with modern cookery techniques to provide an lunch worth a journey. Food was well complimented with their wines and some international options by the bottle. Would have been nice to have a few more by the glass. A la carte menu was good value, degustation much more pricey so we gave it a miss.
B. R.
3.5 STARS My friends and I went. We didnt book the full dining experience, just wanted to check it out. The place felt somewhere in the middle, it was neither great or bad. It was somewhere in the middle. Maybe that was the intention of the designers to make it all about the wine and food (?) We only had some glasses of wine and cheeses. The wines were OK, the cheese and how the server presente...
Bronz
Finally got to go to Amisfield, my pockets weren't deep enough to dine so had to suffice with a wine and cheese board. It was a windy day so sat inside by the fire. Lovely ambience inside but what I enjoyed most was watching all the food that came out. Honestly couldn't tell what some things were the presentation was amazing. Our cheese board was nice and great to get a decent amount of crackers. ...
Massimo Attinà
Amisfield was a big disappointment, I would strongly NOT recommend this place. We did the 18 course fixed menu for 220 euros (440 nz$). We have been to several Michelin star restaurants all over the world, so we weren’t scared of the price, but this has been the worst way to spend our money in a restaurant ever. We ranked individually all 18 courses, the average is 2/5 for the dishes. Special men...
Michael Jones
I finally completed my third visit to Amisfield and I had a positively raucous time. The matched wine was a great choice and when paired with a couple of cocktail starters kept us in fine spirits throughout the meal. The food itself was simply superb, standouts were the venison, the pāua and the eel dish. The chef came out and had a friendly chat during meal and then prepared an impromptu and comp...
When is the best time to visit Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door (Queenstown, New Zealand)?
In summer, the terrace warms quickly—book early shade seating. In autumn, enjoy golden vine views during your courtyard stroll. Dress warmly in winter as winds can sweep across Lake Hayes.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Gallery Menu Lunch for 2 adults | NZD 100 |
| Grape juice for baby | NZD 5 |
| Off-street parking | NZD 0 |
| Total Estimated | NZD 105 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 10 Arrowtown-Lake Hayes Road, Frankton, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
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