Mission Statement: At Cortado, our love for people and hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. Building a team that shares our family culture and values is essential to ensuring our guests receive the best experience possible.

Culture Statement: We cherish our people and extend that love to our customers, making them feel valued and cherished in return.

Cortado Core Values:

1. Passion for the Hospitality Industry: We are deeply committed to providing outstanding hospitality experiences, driven by our genuine passion for the industry.

2. Respect for Each Other and Guests: We uphold a culture of respect, treating both our team members and guests with the utmost courtesy and consideration.

3. Create an Experience to Remember: Our goal is to craft memorable and unique experiences for our guests, leaving a lasting impression.

Our Story: Cortado embarked on an exciting journey in 2015 when Jo Macdonald and Mark Yardley took over. Within a year, they initiated significant expansion and renovation projects, constantly challenging themselves to improve. Inspired by their love for South American cuisine with a Kiwi fusion twist, they created the distinctive Cortado experience.

In 2019, Kody North joined us as our General Manager, igniting a passion for learning and growth within our team. Together, we are dedicated to exceeding hospitality standards and delivering exceptional Kiwi hospitality.

Our kitchen team, driven by passion and creativity, continually strives to surprise and delight our guests. We source the freshest local ingredients and take pride in crafting most of our menu items from scratch, ensuring each dish reflects our care and attention to detail.