Malo Restaurant

Malo Restaurant is a popular and well-regarded fine dining venue in Napier offering a contemporary dining experience with strong Mediterranean influences, drawing on the vibrant, produce-driven cuisines of southern Europe and pairing them with the exceptional seasonal ingredients of the Hawke’s Bay region. The menu is carefully crafted to balance boldness and refinement, featuring dishes that are full of flavour and elegantly composed. Fresh seafood, quality meats and the outstanding fruit and vegetables for which Hawke’s Bay is celebrated all feature prominently, treated with the respect and confidence of a kitchen that understands its ingredients. The wine list is particularly well assembled, with a strong representation of Hawke’s Bay’s outstanding red and white wines alongside a curated international selection. The atmosphere is stylish and relaxed — warm and welcoming, with a dining room that feels equally at home for a casual celebratory dinner or a more formal occasion. Service is attentive and knowledgeable. Located on Hastings Street, Malo is a dependable and rewarding fine dining destination in Napier, particularly suitable for those seeking contemporary Mediterranean-influenced cuisine. Malo Restaurant’s combination of Mediterranean warmth, outstanding Hawke’s Bay produce and a well-assembled wine list make it one of Napier’s most appealing and reliable fine dining options, consistently delivering on both quality and atmosphere.