Fine dining in Martinborough; the heart of the Wairarapa
In a nutshell, Karahui is a much loved Wairarapa Restaurant in the heart of Martinborough. We offer warm country hospitality, seasonal plates built around the Wairarapa's growers and makers and a sommelier's wine list that shines a light on the region. The restaurant is situated in a restored heritage building in the heart of the village and is TripAdvisor's Travelers’ choice for fine dining in Martinborough.
We're open for dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Friday and Saturday tables go quickly — booking ahead recommended
Eat well
Our food is crafted simply to taste great — thoughtfully made dishes, beautifully presented and served with genuine care. A relaxed space to slow down, share stories, and enjoy the moment. Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and vegetarian looked after — just tell us when you book.
A 1909 bank, reimagined
The old BNZ did its last trade long ago; these days the vault holds wine, not banknotes. Pressed ceilings, Tōtara floors and exposed brick frame a dining room made for slow dinners and occasions worth marking — with local artistry on the walls from Don Hill, Crystal Chain Gang and Paper-Hands Martinborough.
Gather here
Karahui sits in the old BNZ Bank, built in 1909, on Martinborough’s town square — original vault, pressed ceilings, Tōtara wood floors and exposed brickwork, hung with work by local artists.
Groups & Occasions
Celebrating something, or bringing the whole table? We host larger groups for dinner — contact us directly and we’ll look after you. For long lunches, tasting flights and Thai and Asian plates, our sister venue Tōhi Gin Room & Eatery is right next door on the square. Staying the night? The Chambers Apartments are a short stroll from the table.
Raise a glass
Our wine list is curated with a lot of love, crafted to play beautifully with our seasonal menu and to shine a light on the best of our region — Martinborough Pinot Noir at its heart, with Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, craft beers, spirits and thoughtful non-alcoholic pours alongside.
