Poderi Crisci sits at Waiheke’s eastern end, nestled on Awaawaroa Bay and is family-run. This Italian-inspired vineyard serves wood‑fired pizzetta, handmade pasta, antipasti, and oysters in a rustic, welcoming space. Its kitchen garden and barrel-aged wines underpin the sense of place. Tables stretch from vine-sheltered patios to farmhouse interiors, all bathed in warm afternoon sunlight. Poderi Crisci is small-scale charm with genuine heart — Tuscan-influenced cuisine grounded in family ethos, imperfectly perfect for a long lunch.