Tucked along Khyber Pass, Lillius is the kind of restaurant that quietly earns its reputation. Intimate, considered and deeply rooted in seasonality, the owner-operated spot by Fraser and Shannon McCarthy delivers a dining experience that feels both refined and personal. Menus evolve constantly in step with New Zealand’s best produce, shaped by close relationships with local growers and a kitchen that favours creativity without excess. Whether you opt for à la carte or place your trust in the chef-led tasting menu, each dish feels thoughtful, expressive and grounded in a genuine respect for ingredient and craft.