I could give 10 stars to Bushmere Arms if I could. The last time I went to BA was in 2002 and left the place just as impressed as I did in Dec, 2017. You know when the managers of a restaurant have made an effort for their guests. The gardens surrounding the restaurant are a joy to walk in. Roses, lilies, fruit bearing trees, fountains, arched hedges, sculptures - it is really like the Garden of Eden. Food is delectable. It is awarded for beef and lamb but as a vegetarian, I was not let down whatsoever. Mushroom ravioli came in parcels wrapped like candies. Tomatoes were so sweet, they actually tasted like candies. Carrot and ginger soup - I could have had vats of it and never be satisfied. Then came lemon surprise - the most sublime creation that ended the dinner in the most memorable way. I had to choose between at least 6 other puddings and I can assure you my other guests' tummies too were humming in perfect harmony. The only downside is the wait but it is EVERY bit worth it. There are very few restaurants where the Chef has been around long and the management takes pride in making the place as beautiful. It is absolutely the most exquisite restaurant I have ever been to.

5 stars on principle. I've never been there, but someone important said it was their first choice. The news implies the owners a good sorts. So, I wish the owners the very best for their hard work and determination. More importantly, the owners took the moral high ground. Good job guys, I wish your staff the very best too.

Cosy, warm, staff friendly and polite, food is delicious 😋

Great venue. Fabulous food 😋

Nice quaint pub. Great for a beer or a bottle of wine but I wouldn't order food there if you are not prepared to wait a long time. We gave up after nearly 2hrs waiting and decided to go elsewhere.

One of Gisborne's finest dining experiences, set in beautiful surrounding gardens.

Amazing private gardens and grounds to wander in, Beautiful tasteful interior, lovely food loads of parking 😀

Order an hour before u arrive for food. Robin does it all alone so don't be surprised if your food takes more than an hr to arrive. Food is like home-cooked nothing special, very conservative no music. But better than driving to and from town if your not time poor

The food was really nice but slow in coming out. There is only one person I the kitchen so it took a long time. Slow service with ordering and drinks too. It took us 2 hours and 40mins for dinner, over an hour waiting for entree and another for main. The place is nice and so we're the bar staff/waitresses.

Owner is a real piece of work. Wouldn't give him a smile let alone my money. Save it and go somewhere else.

The gardens were amazing! It was raining, but it still looked wonderful outside. The staff were very friendly and accomodating. The food cooked and presented was beautiful! The appetisers that were served tasted lovely. My Favourites being the minted pea and mozzarella balls and the fresh crumbed fish fingers. The main course consisted of chicken, ham and beef fillet with various salads warm and cold. Cooked to perfection & tasted yummy! Dessert was cheese cake which was also yummy. The wine available was beautiful local wines and selection of spirits and beer were like all pubs good range. Would recommend to anyone looking to have an event.

Beautiful place and lovely staff,enjoyed quite and relaxing drink

Unfortunately the photos i have can not be used until the married couple receives their photos from their photographer but i will say the place is beautiful the gardens are so lovely a very clean place in and out the meals we had was lovely compliments to the chef and kitchen staff

Robin Pierson the proprietor of Bushmere Arms is a very accomplished Chef, I have always enjoyed eating Robin's food because he cooks from the heart plus he strives to makes everything from scratch. It's refreshing to find such a talented and passionate Chef like Robin in Gisborne. "Keep shaking those pans Robin"

Would definitely go back, food was brilliant, surroundings great and the walk through the gardens amazing. Can't wait to see them when the roses are out, would book next time though!

Brilliant host and perfect spot for a Winter celebration. Excellent pre lunch nibbles around a fireplace. Very good function room for lunch. Fantastic wait staff. Quality menu choices and superb cooked meal. Understanding & accomodating staff, when two extras arrived. Will use again.

Food for all guests was cooked to PERFECTION.😋

Exceptional. Have time to spend, no rush here. Sensational grounds, quality venue, wonderful food. Definitely worth spending an evening

Always a lovely meal lovely gardens to walk around just need to be patient on waiting for meal. Staff are always pleasant and helpful Robin does all the meals himself hense the wait but this gives lots of time to catch up with family and friends Lovely home grown vegetables.

Absolutely wonderful meal Waitress very attentive. Lovely setting. Not rushed so that was great lunch experience. Thank you.

A local suggested we visit the Bushmere Arms and I am so grateful she did! We had the most scrumptious lunch in the most magnificent setting. It’s a nice change of pace - we enjoyed walking the grounds and admiring the expansive gardens. We loved the food and local wine. Would definitely go back as I can imagine at night it is magical.

Great meals and ice cold drinks. Awesome place and reasonably priced