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Aosta

18 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand

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18 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand

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+64 29 020 00019
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Aosta

Set against Arrowtown’s alpine backdrop, Aosta channels Northern Italian craft through wild Central Otago produce. Crackling fireplace, warm room, open kitchen. Travelers heading out from Queenstown point to the kitchen’s instincts—local venison paired with elderberry jus and hand-rolled pasta built for mountain evenings. Thick focaccia arrives ready to mop up rich vodka sauce for an honest scarpetta. Between courses, Italian sommeliers pour regional bottles alongside local pinot noir, right before staff roll out carts to assemble sabayon tiramisu tableside.

  • Tableside Finishing: Staff finish tartare and whip sabayon tiramisu directly at the table to release fresh aromas right before the first bite.
  • Italian Technique, Kiwi Terroir: Northern Italian recipes meet regional South Island ingredients like local venison with elderberry jus and seasonal stone fruits.
  • Sommelier Wine Guidance: Passionate Italian front-of-house staff pair courses with focused selections from Northern Italy and Central Otago.
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Why Diners Choose Aosta

Discover why travelers and locals reserve tables at Arrowtown's premier Northern Italian destination.

  • Tableside Culinary Theater

    Guests witness dishes like wallaby tartare and sabayon tiramisu constructed and finished right before them, filling the dining room with vibrant aromatics and tactile culinary craft.

    We also loved how some of the dishes were finished and assembled at the table, allowing the aromas to come through and giving us a real connection with what we were about to eat.

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  • Italian Tradition Meets Central Otago Terroir

    Aosta merges Northern Italian techniques with hyper-local South Island ingredients, highlighting regionally sourced game, seafood, and Central Otago produce across thoughtfully constructed courses.

    The food was outstanding, a beautifully executed blend of Italian cuisine and the flavours and produce of Central Otago.

    Korynn Lima

  • Knowledgeable Sommelier Guidance

    The floor team features dedicated Italian sommeliers who guide guests through curated regional Italian vintages and South Island wines tailored specifically to each plate.

    Luca, the sommelier didn't miss a beat on the wine recommendations.

    Pauline Melchor

  • Polished and Hospitable Floor Care

    Service is polished, warm, and highly professional without stiffness, providing attentive table pacing and thorough knowledge of menu ingredients.

    Service is attentive and professional without being overbearing, with staff who are knowledgeable and genuinely hospitable.

    Tony Shih

  • Milestone Birthday Gatherings

    Aosta delivers memorable milestone dining for significant birthdays, marked by welcoming hospitality and celebratory pacing that leaves entire parties well looked after.

    Booked here for wife's 50th birthday dinner. The staff was amazing, everyone on the floor tonight was so friendly and helpful.

    Sop Khim

  • Intimate Occasions and Celebrations

    Couples celebrating personal milestones and romantic evenings find a warm, intimate atmosphere made extra memorable by thoughtful celebratory hospitality.

    My husband and I were celebrating a special event and were offered a glass of champage each.

    Yvonne Lee

Experience Northern Italian craft fused with Central Otago terroir—reserve your table today.

  • Tiramisu

    The tiramisu was the standout of the evening, and it’s made in front of you.

    ROS8215

  • Kina Pappardelle

    The pappardelle is out of the world. Umami bomb in your mouth. An absolute must.

    Rachel Madding

  • Woodfired Focaccia

    We started with one of their seasonal Woodfired Focaccias, which was fresh + delicious.

    Kristen

  • Chef's Tasting Menu

    enjoyed the chef's South Island Dinner experience. The first coarse was simply excellent and they just kept getting better and better.

    Anthony Kearns

Beyond the menu

From tableside dessert theater to celebratory pours, these thoughtful touches elevate your evening—reserve your table to experience Aosta at its best.

  • Tableside Culinary Theater

    Signature courses such as tartare and sabayon tiramisu are finished and assembled right before your eyes at the table, releasing fresh aromas before your first bite.

  • Celebratory Champagne Toasts

    Guests celebrating milestone anniversaries, engagements, or special events are treated to complimentary glasses of champagne to mark the occasion.

  • Complimentary Parting Sweets

    Dinners conclude with unexpected complimentary house-made donuts brought to the table as a warm parting sweet from the kitchen.

  • Personalized Sommelier Consultations

    Dedicated sommeliers visit your table to talk through palate preferences and pour sample tastes to help you land on the perfect bottle or pairing.

Before you head over

Key planning advice to get the most out of Arrowtown's alpine Italian dining room—reserve your table now for an exceptional evening.

  • Book Well in Advance

    With steady streams of walk-ins vying for tables just 20 minutes from Queenstown, booking well in advance is essential to guarantee your dining time.

  • Navigate Intimate Seating

    The dining room delivers a cozy, bustling atmosphere where tables sit close together—especially near the fireplace—so communicate any seating preferences ahead of time.

  • Opt for Tableside Finishes

    Save room for dishes assembled directly tableside, such as the tartare and sabayon tiramisu, to experience the kitchen's signature presentation and aromas.

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