The restaurant

The crown jewel of Main Beach Takapuna, this sun-drenched venue boasts a premium seaside location with floor to ceiling glass walls, framed by native pohutukawa and tropical palms. The menu has a wide range of options from land and sea, with fresh locally-sourced seafood including line-caught snapper from Lee Fish in Leigh brought in whole and filleted daily. With its award-winning design, Regatta will leave a lasting impression whether you're a table for two or celebrating with friends and family.

The Head Chef: Shaan Kumar

In 2015, Shaan embarked on his New Zeland culinary journey, starting as a kitchen hand and gradually working his way up. His passion for food propelled him across the country, from oyster farming in Pahi to mastering green lip mussels in Havelock, South Island lamb in Christchurch and creating his name in Wellington, establishing  Coenes as one of the best seafood eateries. As Head Chef at Regatta, Shaan proudly showcases the country’s finest produce, bringing local offerings to the plate. His journey is a testament to relentless dedication, a deep connection to New Zealand’s cuisine, and a commitment to culinary excellence.

The signature dish

Regatta supports Fiordland Wapiti Foundation's mission to protect sensitive indigenous wildlife species and their value as a precious food source; we are proud to serve wild, sustainable produce. Chef Shaan has crafted a dish featuring the Fiordland wild Wapiti denver leg, transforming it into one of our signature highlights.