Poker
Our poker tables offer a classic, social experience. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, the atmosphere is welcoming and refined. Face-to-face play with a professional dealer in a sophisticated, low-key environment.
The Casino at Refined Menu
A real casino, inside a contemporary Dunedin restaurant.
Refined Menu is a restaurant first, with a genuine casino as part of the evening. The casino features real poker, roulette, and blackjack tables with face-to-face play.
Explore the casino experience
The Restaurant-First Identity
Dining leads. The casino follows.
At Refined Menu, the dining experience always comes first. Our seasonal menu, signature dishes, and sophisticated interior set the tone for the evening. The casino is not a separate venue but a natural extension of the restaurant's atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a full dinner before moving to the casino area.
After dinner, guests can move to the casino area, which is designed with the same material palette and attention to detail as the restaurant. The casino features felt-green surfaces, merlot leather edges, and warm lighting. The transition from dining to gaming feels natural and unhurried.
The Real Casino Experience
Real tables, real play
The casino at Refined Menu features genuine poker, roulette, and blackjack tables, with professional dealers and physical cards, wheels, and chips. All games are played face-to-face, with adult guests interacting naturally. There is no online or virtual casino component.
Roulette
The roulette wheel is a centrepiece of the casino, offering the timeless thrill of watching the ball settle. It's a game of chance that suits the elegant setting, with a genuine roulette wheel and table, and face-to-face interaction with the dealer.
Blackjack
Blackjack at Refined Menu is played at a real table with physical cards and chips. The game is fast-paced and engaging, perfect for an after-dinner challenge. Face-to-face play with other guests and a professional dealer.
The Casino Interior
A material-rich space
The casino interior continues the architectural language of Refined Menu: alpine ivory and pale oak surfaces, glacier-blue glass accents, manuka-green upholstery, and persimmon ceramic details. The space features felt-green gaming tables with merlot leather edges. Warm lighting and textured plaster create an intimate, sophisticated atmosphere.
The Evening Flow
One evening, three movements
Dinner First
Begin with a seasonal dinner in the main dining room, enjoying our signature dishes and New Zealand ingredients. The menu changes with the seasons, and our chefs prepare each dish with precision and care.
Transition to the Casino
After dinner, move to the casino area, which is just steps away. The transition is seamless, with the same sophisticated atmosphere. The casino is located inside the restaurant, with no separate entrance or membership required.
Enjoy the Games
Spend the rest of the evening playing poker, roulette, or blackjack at our real tables, with professional dealers and face-to-face play. All games are real and physical, and the atmosphere is refined and welcoming.
Practical Information
Plan your visit
Location and Hours
The casino is located inside Refined Menu at 41 George Street, Dunedin Central. It is open during restaurant hours, typically from 5:30 PM until late. Opening hours may vary; please check with the restaurant.
Dress Code
Smart casual attire is recommended. We ask that guests dress respectfully for the refined atmosphere of both the restaurant and casino.
Responsible Play
We encourage responsible play. The casino is for adult guests (18+) and is intended as an enjoyable part of the evening, not a primary focus. Guests must be 18 years or older to enter the casino area, and our staff are trained to support responsible play.
A Note on the Restaurant
Gastronomy first
Refined Menu remains a contemporary Dunedin restaurant at heart. Our seasonal menu, signature dishes, and sophisticated interior are the core of the experience, and the casino is simply a distinctive part of the evening. The restaurant offers a full dining experience with New Zealand ingredients, and the casino is an optional extension for guests who wish to play.
Call to Action: Plan Your Evening
Book your table
Reserve a table for dinner and enjoy the full Refined Menu experience, including the real casino inside.
For more information about the casino or to make a reservation, call +64 3 929 5846 or email [email protected].